News in brief

THE BEST THING EVER?

What’s the most useful feature or tip in

> THE SHIFT

Wonders where his affordable mid–range Mac is, now that Apple has all the pieces ready to go

LETTER OF THE MONTH

I was really surprised by your group test

Where next for Services?

With hardware uncertain, Apple is planning to grow Services

Long live the music

APPLE HAS OFFICIALLY discontinued the iPod, and the

Apple no longer #1 – or is it?

APPLE IS NO longer the most valuable company

CRAVE

THE GEAR WE’RE LUSTING AFTER

COOL THINGS TO DO TODAY

Great things to do on your Mac, iPhone and iPad

THE ULTIMATE iPAD BUYERS GUIDE

With a range of screen sizes and more power than ever, there’s now an iPad to suit everyone’s needs

Choose your size

The iPad now comes in four models with five different screen sizes

Which processor?

The chips in the latest iPads are as powerful as those in desktop Macs

IPad cameras

Neglected in the past, iPad cameras have had big updates recently

Accessories

Expand your iPad’s abilities with the latest accessories and add–ons

Just in case

A keyboard case is an ideal way to

How much storage?

To spend, or not to spend? Let’s explore your storage options

Connectivity Wi–Fi and 4G/5G

You’re always online and connected with the latest range of iPads

> Compare iPad models

REVIEWS

TOUGH TESTING, TRUSTED RATINGS

Get started with Shortcuts on Mac

Automate repetitive tasks, save time, and be more productive with the Shortcuts app

Create your first shortcut

Start simple and, before you know it, you’ll have mastered the process

Do more with Shortcuts

There’s much more you can do with Shortcuts when you dig a little deeper

Sony A7 IV

Sony’s latest generation full–frame mirrorless camera

JBL Flip 6

A waterproof speaker to take anywhere

HyperX SoloCast

Small but mighty USB microphone

TREBLAB Z7–PRO

Bang for buck headphones

BELKIN CONNECT PRO THUNDERBOLT 4 DOCK

An expensive, but versatile 12–port dock for pro users

Garmin Dash Cam 67W

A fully featured flagship dash cam, but at a price

Eufy Video Doorbell Dual

Are two cameras better than one?

The best stands for iMacs or displays

Raise your iMac or monitor, and have a useful place for putting things

Anker 521 Portable Power Station

Portable power in a compact package

Satechi X3 Slim Bluetooth Keyboard

An affordable Magic Keyboard replacement

BEST MONITORS FOR $350 AND UNDER

Want a great screen, but you’re on a budget? We can help

DELL C1422H

The best overall monitor under $350

Hydra 2 > AI Camera

Get your iPhone to perform more like a DSLR

Top tips and tricks to shoot like a pro

By using a digital zoom, you can indulge

Filmora 11.0.9

Edit your movies with ease

Hazel 5.1.1

Create an automated filing and spring cleaning system

Lila’s Sky Ark

A musical medley of picturesque pixels

Big News — Smart Reader

Read newsletters and RSS feeds all in one app

Another Tomorrow

Can you find the killer?

Six apps for watching content

Films, TV and more — watch it all with these apps

Best of the best

Can’t find the hardware or app you’re looking for in our reviews section? Then check in here — we’ve highlighted the best in every major category, as voted for by us

You have custom access

SELECT YOUR HOME folder, or any of the

> How a processor can reach 1,600%

What does CPU % mean in Activity Monitor, and how can it exceed 100%?

> Where to back up to?

Should I back up my iPhone to iCloud or my Mac?

Quick–fire questions & answers

HOW TO REMOVE AN APP FROM THE APP

> More memory or storage in an M1?

When I choose my new M1 Mac, should I get more memory or a bigger SSD?

> Is the internal SSD wearing out?

Is there a reliable way to check whether my Mac’s internal SSD is wearing out?

> Replace a Fusion Drive

What should I replace the Fusion Drive in my iMac 27-inch 2017 with?

> App Dock icons don’t work properly

I normally open recent documents through an app’s Dock icon, and clear that list in the app itself. Why doesn’t that work the same with apps like NeoOffice, LibreOffice and OpenOffice?

> Stop Skype Integrated Calling

Whenever I click to make a Call in Messages, instead of FaceTime opening and making my audio call as I’d expect, Skype opens to make my call. How can I stop this happening?

> How to un-Setapp

About 40 new apps suddenly appeared in Launchpad, none of which I installed. When I click on them, I’m told I need a Setapp account. How to remove them?

Manage macOS notifications

Stay focused and distraction–free while working on your Mac

Use dynamic links in iWork

Discover how to add links in Pages, Numbers, and Keynote

Make websites behave

Fed up with pop–ups and auto–playing videos? Take control with Safari

Convert multiple images

Use Preview for a quick way to convert lots of images to a different format

New features from Apple

Discover Universal Control, Face ID with a Mask,

Master Macro mode

Capture eye–catching shots and see the world afresh from your iPhone

Power scientific research

Fight Covid and other scientific investigations with this clever app

Tailor your Home screen

Give your device a whole new customized look in just a few taps

Apple Magic Trackpad

Apple mice may not be perfect — but the Magic Trackpad is the future