Macworld Labor Day deals usually mean discounts on grills or TVs—but this one’s all about upgrading your productivity. Right now, you can score a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for Mac for just $42.99 (MSRP: $229). That’s a one-time payment, no monthly subscription fees, and permanent access to all the apps. ...

Macworld I’ll be honest—I’ve tried using AirTags to keep track of my stuff, but the bulky shape just didn’t work in my wallet. That’s why I was pretty excited to find the MagTag, a sleek AirTag dupe, especially now that it’s on sale for only $19.97 (reg. $59.99). ...

Macworld A new report from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg tells us that Apple is working with Google to test out a custom version of Gemini that could power Apple’s next-gen Siri voice assistant in the cloud. The report says Apple is in “early discussions” and that Google is currently training a version of its Gemini AI assistant that can run on Apple’s cloud infrastructure. ...

Macworld When you’re moving desks, you don’t really know what to pick up first. You have your coffee cup in one hand, your laptop in another, and you’re probably struggling to hold your mouse between two fingers, hoping nothing slips out of your grip. Well, this ESR MagMouse will solve that issue for you, and it’s only going to cost $25. ...

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros 3-in-1 Fastest iPhone wireless charging Apple Watch fast charging Adjustable iPhone pad Compact Premium build Cons 25W only for iPhone 16 and later Our Verdict Even without speedy 25W charging, we love the adjustable pad, premium looks and soft silicone feel of this next-gen iPhone/Watch/AirPods charging dock. ...

Macworld Google introduced its new Pixel 10 on Wednesday, and it features Google’s own new Tensor G5 chip, which the company says is 34 percent faster than its predecessor. That sounds great for Pixel customers, but if you keep track of the trends in the smartphone market overall, you’re probably interested in how the Tensor G5 performs against Apple chips. ...

Macworld During the early smartphone days, mainstream brands typically put out a single flagship model per year. We’d get one main variant of the latest iPhone, Galaxy, or Google Nexus, and those seeking cheaper options would opt for previous or second-hand models sold through third parties. ...

Macworld If your iPhone feels like it’s one low-storage warning away from mutiny, I’ve been there—and Cleaner Kit is the kind of tool I wish I had earlier. Right now, you can grab a lifetime subscription to this iPhone cleaner software for $29.99 (reg. $104.97), and honestly, it’s kind of a no-brainer. ...

Macworld On November 1, 2019 Apple joined the ranks of Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+ with its own exclusive streaming service. Apple TV+ features a wide assortment of shows and many more in the pipeline funded by Apple’s mountainous cash pile. Below, you’ll find a compendium of everything we know about Apple’s streaming platform. ...

Macworld Apple on Thursday announced that the monthly fee for its Apple TV+ video streaming service is now $12.99 in the U.S., up from the previous $9.99. The fee in the U.K. is £9.99, and annual Apple TV+ subscriptions and Apple One (which includes Apple TV+) remain unchanged. ...

Macworld One thing that will do wonders to keep things organized on your desk is a proper charging station. And we’ve got a great one today: Anker’s Prime GaN charging station is tiny, powerful, and only $56 right now, thanks to a 20 percent discount that brings it down to the lowest price we’ve ever seen. ...

Macworld Apple first introduced system-wide dark mode support with macOS Mojave and popularized it a year later with iOS 13. At this point, the most commonly used apps have generally adopted the feature, but not websites. While Safari offers a built-in Reader view that can force dark mode on most pages, it is usually limited to articles and often hides essential web elements like videos. ...

Macworld The iOS 26 update is one of the most significant software changes to land on the iPhone in years. Not only does it bring with it the all-new Liquid Glass redesign, but there are also major adjustments to your iPhone’s functionality across the board. While you might be glad to see some of those changes, others might leave you unimpressed or even frustrated. ...

Macworld Apple made a big boo-boo last week and unintentionally released code that revealed upcoming product plans. That’s the focus of this week’s show: Apple’s plans for the MacBook Pro, Mac Pro, Apple Watch, iPad, and more! This is episode 947 with Michael Simon, Jason Cross,  and Roman Loyola. ...

Macworld Your Mac is powerful — but most of that power stays locked behind complicated command lines and hidden menus you’ll probably never see. Unless, of course, you’ve got MacPilot. Right now, you can grab a lifetime license for just $29.97 (when you use coupon code MAC10 at checkout) and unlock over 1,200 features you didn’t even know your Mac had. ...

Macworld Apple added the capability to add digital state IDs or driver’s licenses to Apple Wallet years ago, with the very first supporting states announced back in 2021. There are currently ten states/territories in the U.S. that support this capability, with another 8 having announced support in the future. There’s also news that the feature may soon come to the U.K. ...

Macworld Apple usually bundles up a bunch of security fixes into a single release, targeting the most recent operating systems and then sometimes releasing the fix for older versions of the OS later—for those older devices that can’t run the latest OS. Today is different. Apple has released iOS and iPadOS 18.6.2, macOS 15.6.1, macOS 14.7.8, macOS 13.7.8, and iPadOS 17.7. ...

Macworld macOS 14, a.k.a. Ventura, was released in October 2022. It brought new features to Macs, including iCloud Shared Photo Library, Continuity Camera (which allows an iPhone running iOS 16 to be used as a webcam), unsend for emails, the ability to edit sent Messages, and more. ...

Macworld macOS 14, a.k.a. Sonoma (named after the Californian wine region), was released in September 2023. It brought new features to Macs, including changes to widgets, a new Game Mode, the ability to easily turn web pages into web apps, and fun additions to video conferencing apps. ...

Macworld There are certain times of the year when buying a new iPhone is a bad idea, and there are certain times of the year when you can get a bargain on a new handset. The trick is knowing when you should buy a new iPhone. Luckily we are here to help. ...

Macworld A powerful power bank that doesn’t break the bank? Yes, please! This 20,000 Ugreen Nexode is 25 percent off at Amazon, which means you can get it for $75, the price we’ve ever seen for this model. ...

Macworld Remember Apple’s FineWoven cases? If you don’t, let’s refresh your memory. It was a material Apple introduced during the iPhone 15 event in 2023, offered on Apple iPhone cases as an eco-friendly alternative to leather. ...

Macworld It’s been more than three years since Apple announced the Studio Display, a cheaper alternative to the Pro Display XDR for Mac users looking for a great external monitor with Retina quality. Even with rumors suggesting that Apple will launch an updated monitor next year with better technologies, I couldn’t help myself and bought a Studio Display a while ago. ...

Macworld Even if you’re firmly in Team Apple, chances are there’s a PC lurking somewhere in your home — the one your kids use for schoolwork, the spare laptop for guests, or that desktop you keep around “just in case.” For $14.97, you can give it the upgrade it deserves with Windows 11 Pro (MSRP: $199) while this sale price is still available. ...

Macworld Let’s look back at 2022, a year when Apple redesigned the standard iPad without a Home button, and the iPad Pro upgraded from the M1 chip to the M2. After those releases, it was over a year before Apple updated the iPad line again, which resulted in the iPad mini going three years between updates, and the iPad Air two years. It led to a sense that the iPad was done. ...

Macworld We love finding the Mac mini on sale, and it just so happens that it’s 14 percent off at Amazon right now. The M4 Mac mini is only $689 right now, which is the cheapest it’s been thus far. This compact Mac features the uber-powerful M4 chip that we love so much. ...

Macworld In less than a month, Apple will unveil the next generation of Apple Watches, with three rumored models: Apple Watch Series 11, Ultra 3, and SE 3. While these models will likely look a lot like the current ones, Apple appears to have much bigger plans for its wearable. ...

Macworld If you’re looking for a mouse for a Mac or MacBook, you’ve got plenty of options beyond Apple’s Magic Mouse (from $99/£99). These days most mice will work on either Mac or PC, so you’ve got access to just about the entire PC mouse market, from wired to wireless, trackpads to trackballs, and even over-the-top dedicated gaming mice. ...

Macworld Apple is gearing up to unveil its next-generation iPhones this fall, and as usual, the rumor mill is already in full swing. While the usual minor performance improvements and design tweaks are expected, this year’s iPhone 17 lineup is also expected to bring more meaningful changes than we’ve seen in a while, including some stunning features we’ve never seen before. ...

Macworld Apple offers three classes of AirPods to cater to different use cases and budgets: regular, Pro, and Max. But despite their size, price, and surname, the AirPods Max actually pack fewer features than the AirPods Pro 2. All too often underrated, the Pro models are packed with cool features you probably don’t know about. ...

Macworld If you’re looking for a small but mighty gadget that does more than just jingle on your keychain, this Personal Safety Alarm with Apple Find My tracking might be your new everyday essential — and at just $23.99 (reg. $39.99), it’s a steal. ...

Macworld We love the MacBook Pro M4 and find that it’s an incredible laptop–we love it a lot more when it’s on sale! And right now, B&H has it for $300 off, so you can get yourself one for $1,499. The more RAM and storage you add, the more the price climbs, but this one’s decently spec’d. Alongside the impressive M4 chip, you get 24GB RAM and 512GB of storage. ...

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Lightweight & compact Bluetooth remote control included Good magnetic adhesive force Also serves as a selfie stick Cons Wobbles noticeably at maximum length Closing the legs can be a little fiddly Our Verdict The Kraftgeek Just Tap is a clever MagSafe tripod with a length of between 13 and 66 inches (33-168cm). ...

Macworld The iPhone release that is expected in September will focus on the standard iPhone 17 and the 17 Pro models. The “e” model, which was introduced earlier this year with the iPhone 16e, is on a different cycle, with an expected release in the spring of next year. Which means we’ll start to see more rumors as the release approaches. ...

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Up to five 4K at 60Hz displays 3x 8K at 60Hz displays USB charging options 2.5Gb Ethernet 140W PD laptop charging DockTag IT support Cons USB-C not Thunderbolt No card readers Our Verdict The Plugable UD-7400PD offers something no other dock can match: support for up to five external displays, no matter which M-series processor powers your ...

Macworld In just a couple of weeks, Apple is going to launch the iPhone 17 family of phones with a familiar set of four options: an entry-level model, two Pro models, and a fourth model priced between the Pros and the base. However, a new report claims the lineup could look a lot different next year. ...

Macworld Although Apple doesn’t officially promote a screen cleaner in its store, there are tons of clues online that Apple Store employees commonly use one brand to keep its many screens streak- and fingerprint-free. This was confirmed to me by a friend who once worked at one of Apple’s retail outlets, as well as widespread video evidence on TikTok. ...