As a recent Mac convert, here’s what has surprised me most
Transitioning from Windows and Android to all-Apple products has required some changes in my computing habits. But so far, those changes have been worth it......»»
Apple"s M4 Mac event will be a week of daily press releases and I"m here for it
Apple has confirmed that it will announce new Macs during a week-long event starting October 28. It isn't the first time it's taken this route, and I'm absolutely here for it.Apple could have a lot to unveil through Halloween week.It was the worst-ke.....»»
Chemists develop a metal-free way to selectively convert symmetrical diols into one of two mirror-image isomers
A team of chemists at the University of Cambridge has developed a metal-free way to convert symmetrical diols selectively into one of two mirror-image isomers. In their paper published in the journal Science, the group took advantage of the ability o.....»»
A week of Mac announcements – which one are you waiting for? [Poll]
Apple marketing VP Greg Joswiak yesterday revealed that we can expect an exciting week of Mac announcements, starting on Monday morning. The tweet also effectively confirmed that there will be no Mac event, just press releases and small-scale brie.....»»
New Macs, new iOS 18.2, and debunked Apple rumors, on the AppleInsider Podcast
Apple has now promised us a week of what appears to be new Mac announcements, just as analysts start saying iPhone sales are failing, and Apple Intelligence is finally upon us.Apple's week of Mac announcements is comingIt's not as if it matters when.....»»
Perplexity AI native app for macOS now available on the Mac App Store
After teasing a native app for macOS last month, Perplexity AI on Thursday officially launched a version of its app for the Mac. Users can now interact with the platform more easily without having to rely on the web version. more….....»»
How to banish annoyances in Safari with Distraction Control on Mac
Constant distractions on your Mac can derail productivity, but Apple's Distraction Control tool provide an easy way to stay focused and in control. Here's where to find it.How to use Distraction Control on MacFrom pop-up ads to cluttered sidebars, it.....»»
One of the hottest AI apps just came to the Mac (and it’s not ChatGPT)
Perplexity released a native app for Mac, allowing users to access the answer engine from their desktop rather than a web browser......»»
Apple teases “week of announcements” about the Mac starting on Monday
Announcements will almost certainly include the first wave of M4-powered Macs. Apple has released new iPhones, new Apple Watches, a new iPad mini, and a flotilla of software updat.....»»
Next week might be the biggest Mac launch since 2020
Apple has finally given us an official date for the upcoming Mac announcement and it's Monday, October 28......»»
Three advantages Apple Intelligence has over its AI competitors
The first Apple Intelligence features are launching next week with iOS 18.1, and beta testers have even now gained access to wave two in iOS 18.2. I’ve been using many of these AI features on my iPhone, iPad, and Mac since July. Here are the three.....»»
Display shipments for M4 MacBook Air and new iPhone SE set to begin soon as early 2025 launches near
Apple is planning a host of M4 Mac announcements for next week, but one model that won’t be included is the MacBook Air. However, a new report indicates we shouldn’t have to wait long for Apple’s most popular Mac to get updated, or the new iPho.....»»
Apple confirms ‘exciting week of announcements’ for Mac starting on Monday
While it’s not an event, Apple has officially confirmed that next week will be an “exciting week of announcements” starting on Monday morning. The teaser was posted to social media by Apple’s marketing VP Greg Joswiak. This announcements.....»»
Apple is readied for an entire week of M4 Mac announcements
Apple will introduce a number of new products over Halloween week, with the focus being on new Mac updates with M4.Apple CEO Tim Cook in front of the logo for the week of launches - Image credit: AppleFollowing Apple's "Glowtime" event in September,.....»»
Apple"s spring 2025 to be busy with M4 MacBook Air & iPad updates
A report suggests Apple's budget iPad and MacBook lines are set for updates in early 2025, and the Mac Studio won't get its M4 upgrade until the summer.M4 MacBook Air and more could arrive in early 2025Apple is quickly shifting away from the undesira.....»»
Dolphins sense military sonar at much lower levels than regulators predict, study shows
For the first time ever, a team including several UC Santa Cruz scientists have directly measured the behavioral responses of some of the most common marine mammals to military sonar. And the finding that surprised them most was that these animals we.....»»
Avast One for Mac review: a free antivirus is all you need
I reviewed Avast One's free and paid plans for macOS, testing prevention, protection, and more to check its value for Mac owners......»»
macOS Sequoia 15.2 beta 1 now available with new Apple Intelligence features
macOS Sequoia 15.2 beta 1 is now available for developers. It brings some of the most highly anticipated new Apple Intelligence features to the Mac, including ChatGPT integration, Image Playground, and more. Here’s everything new. more….....»»
Report: M4 MacBook Air on track for early 2025 as Mac Studio faces slight delay
While Apple is planning its first M4 Macs for next week, that momentum is set to carry over to 2025. Bloomberg today reports that Apple is set to unveil a new MacBook Air powered by the M4 chip in early 2025, while the timeline for an updated Mac Stu.....»»
Is It Wise to Convert 15% of My 401(k) Into a Roth IRA Each Year to Avoid Taxes and RMDs?
Is It Wise to Convert 15% of My 401(k) Into a Roth IRA Each Year to Avoid Taxes and RMDs?.....»»
The M4 Mac launch is incoming, but not how you might expect
The past few months have been full of speculation, anticipation, and pretty wild rumors concerning the upcoming M4 Macs — and now the predicted release date of November 1 is just a week or so away. Despite the lack of an event announcement, sti.....»»