News in brief

A NEW MAC|LIFE APP!

LAST MONTH WE launched a brand–new app for

THE TEAM

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Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro for iPad

Pro video and music apps come to iPad

> Messaging changes

From your Apple Watch, no. On Windows, yes

> New security updates

DID YOU RECEIVE an unfamiliar security alert urging

AI The pros & cons

AI gadgets are here and they’re only going to get more powerful. The question is: are Apple and the public ready for them?

> THE SHIFT

MATT BOLTON thinks the Mac has become boring when it comes to software, but maybe that’s just the arc of the universe

LETTER OF THE MONTH

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MAKE YOUR MAC NEW AGAIN

Your Mac is a powerful beast, but there are many ways to enhance its performance even further. With our guide, you can eke out every ounce of power

It’s clean–up time

Decluttering your Mac is one of the easiest ways to speed things up — here’s how

A deeper declutter

Take things further when giving your Mac a much–needed tidy

Power up the Finder

Mastering the Finder is one of the best ways to improve efficiency on your Mac

Mission Control & Stage Manager

macOS has some great tools for taking control of your desktop spaces

Be a master of organization!

Bringing a little structural discipline to your Mac will boost your productivity

Get moving

Use external drives for space–hogging files

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

Arm yourself with the best gadgets for a breath of fresh air

Backyard

The top tech for growing, guarding and grilling

On the road

The ultimate kit list for hitting the highways

Vacations and excursions

Get away from it all… apart from your all–important tech

THE BEST APPS FOR OUTDOORS

What3Words > Free > https://what3words.com It’s a simple

CUSTOMIZING YOUR HOME SCREEN

Give your iPhone a whole new look — we show you how

Personalize your Home Screen

Design a Home Screen that works perfectly for you

Focus modes & widget stacks

Cut out distractions with these handy tools

Create Apple Music playlists

Enjoy top–quality tunes wherever you go by building your own soundtrack

What’s new in Affinity Photo 2

Put the app’s tools through their paces to create eye–catching images

Get started with Ulysses

This brilliant writing app could be the only word wrangler you’ll ever need

Master Focus Filters across your devices

How to customize with Focus to enhance your productivity

Look sharp on every video

Get ready for your close–up with Hand Mirror for Mac

Aim for the stars

Track the planets and learn the constellations with Night Sky 11

Do more with HomePod

Discover how to tweak its settings, access hidden features and more

Switch views on Apple Watch

Watch faces aren’t the only way you can customize your Apple Watch

VR headsets

With rumors of Apple entering the arena, we explore current VR technology

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TECH SUPPORT & TECHSPLANATIONS

Peripherals

Solving your tech conundrums for a fully functional workspace

macOS

Shine a spotlight on the solutions to your most irritating Mac problems

Razer Kiyo Pro Ultra

A 4K camera with a huge catch

TP–Link Deco X50–Outdoor Router

Bring Wi–Fi to your next cookout

Return to Monkey Island

Misadventure on the high seas

JLab GO

A portable keyboard that won’t break the bank

Audio Pro C5 MkII

A stylish wireless bookshelf speaker

Microsoft Outlook

Can Apple learn from Microsoft?

How to import your iCloud calendars

Select the square icon in the bottom–left to

Belkin BoostCharge Pro 3–in–1 Wireless Charging Pad

Elegant and powerful wireless charging

Matter: A Better Reading App

Taking a new look at the read-later app

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