How to use macOS Erase Assistant to reset your Mac
The Erase Assistant in macOS allows you to restore your Mac to its original state. Here's how to use it and get back to a fresh desktop.If you want to reset your Mac to its original state to start from scratch, you can use the macOS Erase Assistant t.....»»
Apple is already working on iOS 19, iPadOS 19, macOS 16, and more
A new report says that Apple has formally begun work on the OS updates planned for late 2025, including macOS, iOS, watchOS, and visionOS.Apple's hardware and software plans for 2025 are already underwayIn a typical move, Apple is wrapping up its fou.....»»
Window Tiling in macOS Sequoia is Apple"s third try to fix a problem
First there was Spaces, then Stage Manager, now there's Window Tiling. All try solving the issue of Mac window management — yet all are hidden. Here's where they are and what they do on macOS Sequoia.The new macOS Sequoia adds more window managemen.....»»
Apple rolls out second round of current-gen developer betas
Apple is on the second round of developer betas for its current-gen operation systems, including iOS 17.6, iPadOS 17.6, tvOS 17.6, watchOS 10.6, macOS Sonoma, and visionOS 1.3.iOS 17Developers taking part in Apple's beta program can secure the new bu.....»»
Vulnerabilities found in Swift repository left millions of iPhone apps exposed
The open-source Swift and Objective-C repository, CocoaPods, had multiple vulnerabilities that left millions of iOS and macOS apps exposed to potential attacks for a decade, but it is now patched.CocoaPods leave millions of iOS and macOS apps vulnera.....»»
5 Things to Know About the macOS Sonoma 14.6 Update
Apple’s confirmed a new macOS Sonoma 14.6 update for Mac and the software is in testing ahead of its release later this year. macOS Sonoma 14.6 is a milestone release. This means it could bring a mix of features, bug fixes, and security patches to.....»»
When Will Apple Release macOS Sonoma 14.6?
Apple’s confirmed a new macOS Sonoma 14.6 update. The software doesn’t have a release date yet, but we can help Mac users set proper expectations regarding the roll out. macOS Sonoma 14.6 is the next milestone upgrade for macOS Sonoma, th.....»»
3 million iOS and macOS apps were exposed to potent supply-chain attacks
Apps that used code libraries hosted on CocoaPods were vulnerable for about 10 years. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson) Vulnerabilities that went undetected for a decade left thousands of macOS and iOS apps susceptible to.....»»
PSA: MagSafe probably isn’t charging your iPhone when using Continuity Camera
iPhones are powerful pocket computers with advanced chips, price tags largely exceeding $1,000, and they’re at the center of much of our lives. They also, since Apple debuted Continuity Camera in macOS Ventura, serve as pretty great alternatives to.....»»
DisplayBuddy for Mac can now control brightness on Samsung smart monitors
For those unfamiliar, DisplayBuddy is a tool that lets users adjust the brightness of third-party external displays directly from macOS. Earlier this year, the app was updated twice with a new interface, presets, and widgets. Now DisplayBuddy is ge.....»»
Get ready for a redesigned Settings app in iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS 15
All of the hype around WWDC this year has centered around two letters: AI. Even though a large portion of Apple’s keynote is expected to highlight AI-related features, there will certainly be a variety of other improvements on deck for iOS 18,.....»»
iOS 18 Freeform app getting giant navigation & object positioning upgrades
In iOS 18 and macOS 15, Apple's Freeform app will receive an entirely new navigation feature called Scenes, as well as new options for object alignment. Here's what to expect.Freeform will receive a new navigation feature called Scenes with iOS 18 an.....»»
Apple’s Journal app could be blown away with an iOS 18 AI upgrade, as this new third-party app proves
Apple’s WWDC keynote is fast approaching, where the company will unveil all its AI features for iOS 18, macOS 15, and more. I’ve written previously about how Apple has the potential to make AI mass-market with iOS 18 in a way few other compani.....»»
Virtual lab meetings found to improve undergraduate research experience and foster diversity in academia
Moisés A. Bernal, assistant professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Auburn University, is collaborating with researchers Kathleen Lotterhos (Northeast University), Megan Phifer-Rixey (Drexel University), and Torrance Hanley, (Sacred He.....»»
iOS 18 may give Siri the upgrade we’ve been waiting for
Both iOS 18 and macOS 15 are set to get a slew of new AI features. Here are some of the coolest new capabilities to expect on the iPhone......»»
Apple’s Journal app could be blow away with an iOS 18 AI upgrade, as this new third-party app proves
Apple’s WWDC keynote is fast approaching, where the company will unveil all its AI features for iOS 18, macOS 15, and more. I’ve written previously about how Apple has the potential to make AI mass-market with iOS 18 in a way few other compani.....»»
Q&A: Economist examines impact of noncompete agreements
Liyan Shi, an assistant professor of economics in the Tepper School of Business at Carnegie Mellon University, argued in a study published in Econometrica that noncompete agreements harm the economy. She suggested that a near ban of these noncompete.....»»
I tested the most popular free antivirus apps for Mac. Here are the very best
Contrary to popular belief, MacOS is still susceptible to malware. Here are the best free antivirus for Mac so you can stay safe without forking over big bucks......»»
macOS 15: What Mac Users Need to Know Right Now
If you’re curious about the next version of macOS, we’ll take you through everything you need to know right now about Apple’s upcoming macOS 15 update for Mac. While we’ve heard quite a bit about iOS 18 for iPhone, we haven’.....»»
French publishers ask Tim Cook to abandon forthcoming Web Eraser
Advertisers and publishers in France have jointly written to Tim Cook imploring Apple to not roll out the ability for Safari users to selectively erase portions of sites, such as ads.Safari getting new AI tools in iOS 18Apple has not even announced t.....»»
macOS Monterey 12.7.5 Issues Trouble Mac Users
Mac users who recently downloaded Apple’s macOS Monterey 12.7.5 update are running into issues with the firmware. Apple released macOS Monterey 12.7.5 on May 13th. The update, a point upgrade, features under-the-hood improvements for Mac device.....»»