GENERAL macOS TIPS

HERE’S TO THE NEXT 100!

It’s hard to believe we’re here, celebrating a

THE TEAM

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Google kills Stadia while Apple Arcade thrives

Games streaming landscape shifting

> Europe mandates USB–C charging

The end of the Lightning cable?

News in brief

A bite of the Apple

THE SHIFT

THE iPHONE’S NOTCH has never been a problem

LETTER OF THE MONTH

I’ve had many cameras in my lifetime —

Audio Hijacked?

As a long time and loyal subscriber, I

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I have a question: I have an iMac

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200 BRILLIANT macOS VENTURA TIPS

It’s time to take to the Stage, start swapping your passwords for Passkeys, and get set with tips for all these new features.

Stage Manager, Finder and more

All the world’s a Stage, and your apps and windows are its Cast

Mail, Messages and FaceTime

Unsend and correct your mistakes to save embarrassment

Safari, Passkeys and Security

Start the transition away from passwords to Passkeys

Photos, Music and TV

Find dupes and apply batch edits to your photos

MAPS

Plan multi–step car trips, bike better and walk with ease

System Settings

Now easier to navigate and more accessible

Continuity Camera, Notes and more

Use your iPhone as a camera and microphone for your Mac

Apple silicon Macs

Do more with the M1 or M2 chip in your new Mac

More Ventura tips

Unsend and correct your mistakes to save embarrassment

REVIEWS

TOUGH TESTING, TRUSTED RATINGS

iOS 16 SUPERGUIDE

Make the most of your next free iPhone upgrade with our in–depth guide to all its new features — plus essential tips and tricks

LOCK SCREEN AND FOCUS

New features for focus, productivity and more

PHOTOS

It’s easier than ever to share your favorite photos with friends and family

MESSAGES AND MAIL

New abilities bring Apple’s messaging apps up to date

WHAT’S NEW IN MAPS

Plan a route on one device, add multiple stops and see it on another one

SAFARI AND SECURITY

New features include a replacement for passwords

THE BEST OF THE REST

There’s so much more to the new version of iOS than the headline acts. Now let’s take a look at what else is new

Get started with Podcasts

Listen to podcasts on the move or while you’re sitting at your Mac

Get started with Podcasts

However many podcasts you listen to, this app helps you get organized

Go further with Podcasts

Now you’ve mastered the basics, it’s time to get the most out of Podcasts

iPhone 14 Pro

A significant makeover, that’s mostly skin deep

iPhone 14

While the Pro flies high, this one feels like it’s stuck in a holding pattern

apple Watch Series 8

Iterative updates mean you shouldn’t be sprinting to upgrade just yet

Watch Ultra

This is the Apple Watch you’ve been waiting for… if you can afford it

AirPods Pro (2nd generation)

The best AirPods Apple has ever made

MAC WRITING APPS

Super software for every creative keyboard warrior

Focused Work 3

Work more efficiently without distractions

coconutBattery 3 Plus

Easily monitor your Apple devices’ batteries

Papers, Please

Modern classic gets iPhone overhaul

Six apps with Lock Screen widgets

Handy info at just a glance

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

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TECH SUPPORT & TECHSPLANATIONS

Manage how links open

Use Bumpr to control which apps open when you click on links

Access your Mac anywhere

Learn how to control your Mac via your iPad, iPhone or another Mac

Share files fast with AirDrop

Instantly send things to friends and family with this built–in feature

Streamline your workflow

Use your cloud apps without ever needing to open them

Get details about photos

Want to know more about a landmark in your photo? Here’s how to do it

Use Maps on Apple Wach

Maps makes it easy to get anywhere, in the right way, at the right time…

Continuity

This powerful set of features make it easier to use all your Apple devices together