Macworld When Apple releases major updates to its operating systems, we here at Macworld usually advise people to hold off for a few days before installing, just in case. Though this time, following the release of macOS Tahoe last Monday, we didn’t feel as cautious as we did in the past, because the betas have been really stable. But it looks like we should’ve heeded our old advice. ...   Mac Central

Macworld The iPhone 17, iPhone Air, and iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max are available for ordering now, with shipments starting this Friday. The early reviews for the phones were posted on Wednesday, and the general consensus is that Apple has quite a lineup to consider. Here are some highlights from several of the reviews. Macworld plans to have full reviews of the new iPhones in the near future. ...   Mac Central

Macworld It never hurts to have an extra USB-C cable around, especially if it’s a lengthy, high-quality cable that can support fast-charging. Apple’s Beats brand USB-C cables are a fantastic option for $19, but today you can get one for a whopping 53 percent off: Amazon is selling a 5-foot Beats USB-C to USB-C Woven Cable for just $9, the best price we’ve ever seen. ...   Mac Central

Macworld For as long as Apple has been making iPhones, people have wondered when a touchscreen is coming to the Mac. And for as long as people have been wondering, Apple has firmly denied that it will ever happen. However, a new report by Ming-Chi Kuo raises the possibility that a touchscreen MacBook will arrive as early as next year. ...   Mac Central

Macworld The surprising hot new color for the iPhone 17 isn’t blue or black or space gray—it’s Cosmic Orange. Apple showed us all that orange really is the new black by dropping a stunning bright “safety” orange for its new flagship phones, and it appears to have a hit on its hands, with the new color selling out instantly. ...   Mac Central

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. ...   Mac Central

Macworld During its iPhone 17 launch event, Apple introduced the highly anticipated AirPods Pro 3. Prior to the keynote, some leaks suggested we might see bigger changes, including a design with much shorter stems. That didn’t materialize. Instead, Apple delivered the rumored Live Translation feature, along with stronger ANC, longer battery life, and heart rate sensors. ...   Mac Central

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Four Thunderbolt 5 ports More affordable than full docking station Cons High-gloss top attracts dust and smudges Our Verdict If you don’t need all the extra ports offered by full docking stations, this pro hub gives you three super-speedy downstream Thunderbolt 5 ports at the lowest available price. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup starts shipping this Friday, which means the rumor mill for next year’s iPhones is going to start churning. We’ve already heard reports that 2026 could mark the debut for Apple’s folding iPhone, and now we’re hearing details on what could be inside it and the other phones in the lineup. ...   Mac Central

Macworld How often have you wished the rigid PDFs you receive could be turned into something workable? Whether it’s a form you need to fill out, a contract that needs edits, or a report that has to be reformatted, PDFs can be stubborn. PDF Expert makes handling them simple, and for $79.97 (MSRP $139. ...   Mac Central

Macworld If you’ve been itching to try out iPadOS 26 but don’t have a compatible iPad, now’s your chance to get one: The M3 iPad Air just dropped to $449 at Amazon, an absolutely massive $150 discount. It also happens to be the best price we’ve seen for this tablet. Even better, this deal applies to all storage capacities and color options. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Apple updates iOS every year without fail, bestowing upon our iPhones a range of new features and security improvements as well as the occasional redesign. In September 2025 iOS 26 made its debut. Most iPhone users will move to the new platform pretty much straight away, and the majority are sure to love the changes. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Apple hides some of its best features through obscurity, not intentionally. For many years, you have been able to select and change the icon for any file, folder, volume, or drive. But it’s a multi-step process that requires starting with the right image. You can find the source icons all over the place. ...   Mac Central

Macworld August slipped away, September is over in a blink, and October is knocking at the door, which means the year’s second Prime Day is landing soon. Amazon announced the year’s second deal event, with the Prime Big Deal Days being held on October 7-8, a fantastic time to get your hands on some new Apple gear. ...   Mac Central

Macworld macOS Tahoe arrived on Macs on September 15, 2025. Many people raced to install macOS Tahoe and love it, while others have installed the updated only to regret it later. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Between four new phones, three new watches, and a new set of earbuds, Apple had lots to talk about at its Awe Dropping press event earlier this month. But these eight launches were only the tip of the iceberg, according to a new report pointing to ten more products on the way. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Apple has officially released iOS 26 to everyone, and while changes like Liquid Glass make the update impossible to miss, there are plenty of useful new features that aren’t as obvious. Some of them are buried in menus, and others only appear when you know where to look. Here are some of the best hidden features of iOS 26 that are worth trying, and exactly where to find them. 1. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Fall is almost here, and with it, the silliest season of them all. No, the Macalope is not talking about the ongoing reign of terror of pumpkin spice-flavored… well, everything. He’s talking about the endless speculation, handwringing, and violent disagreement spilling onto the streets about the relative success of the current year’s iPhone models. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Have you ever been out on the go when suddenly your Apple Watch buzzes its low-battery warning, and your phone isn’t far behind? Instead of lugging around cords and wall plugs, you could keep your devices alive with one sleek little gadget: the 2000mAh Power Bank & Apple Watch Charger, now just $19.99 (MSRP: $59.95) with free shipping. ...   Mac Central

Macworld When you upgrade to iOS 26, you’ll immediately come face-to-face with Liquid Glass, Apple’s new graphical look for the user interface. Apple is excited about Liquid Glass, but, as with any UI change, you might find it jarring and maybe even a little hard to read. If you’ve given it a good, long look and decide you need to make adjustments, you can do so. ...   Mac Central

Macworld When you first install iOS 26, Liquid Glass is the first thing that will grab your attention. However, the update also brings a lot of other exciting things like Live Translation, an AI-powered filter for unwanted messages and calls, and polls in iMessage. But most importantly, iOS 26 also adds several new ringtones for iPhone users. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Apple has released iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe, but it will still update the operating systems they replace. In fact, Apple on Monday released iOS 18.7, macOS Sequoia 15.7, and macOS Sonoma 14.8. The updates do not contain any features and are instead just security updates. To learn more about the security content provided, click on the links below: About the security content of iOS 18. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Wondering what the name of the latest macOS version is? Want to know what the next version of macOS will be called? Curious about the versions of Mac OS X that came before? Here we’ll fill you in on the names of the different versions of the Mac operating system in order: from the newest macOS to the first version of Mac OS X and the codenames that Apple used for them. ...   Mac Central

Macworld As is tradition, Apple released beta versions of its new operating systems to developers on the first day of WWDC on June 9. That first beta release had all the major features Apple demonstrated in its WWDC keynote: Liquid Glass, the new Phone app and features, the new Camera and Photos experience, and more. ...   Mac Central

Macworld iOS is at the heart of the iPhone experience. It’s the operating system on which everything else sits, while also delivering plenty of features and dedicated apps built by Apple itself. Every year (usually in September) Apple adds new features to compatible iPhones with an update to iOS, and in the months that follow more features arrive. ...   Mac Central

Macworld The first round of AirPods Pro 3 reviews are out, but the one review that stands out to us is the one by DC Rainmaker, a site by a triathlete and adventurer. What’s great about DC Raimaker’s review is that he takes a close look at the heart rate sensor in the new AirPods Pro 3 and checks its accuracy. ...   Mac Central

Macworld The ultra-portable iPad mini is the perfect companion for anyone who wants a smaller tablet with a ton of power, and it’s even better with a smaller price. Over at Amazon, you can get a new 128GB iPad mini for $399 in any color, saving you $100 off its MSRP. With an 8. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Apple issues a big update to iOS (the operating system that runs on all iPhones) once a year, bringing new features and interface tweaks to many iPhones. The latest of these major iOS updates – iOS 26 – arrived on September 15, 2025. Following the arrival of iOS 26 there will be subsequent updates to iOS 26 with new features, bug fixes and security upgrades. ...   Mac Central

Macworld Apple does a big update of macOS (the operating system that runs on Macs) once a year, bringing new features and interface tweaks. One of these major macOS updates arrives on September 15, 2025. In this article, we will offer you guidance on how to install macOS Tahoe. ...   Mac Central

Macworld After months of testing, Apple has released iOS 26 to the public, and it’s a major update. The new version of the iPhone operating system features a new look and feel with Liquid Glass, which will instantly make your iPhone look fresh. But that’s not all. Under the hood, there are a bunch of refinements, utilities, and new APIs worth exploring. ...   Mac Central

Initial Audio has updated SourceLab to version 1.2.6. Improvements: Velocity Range Settings for All Six Sound Sources: Adjust the velocity minimum and maximum values at the bottom left of each sound source to fine-tune how your wavetables, loops and samples respond to dynamics. ...   KVR Audio

Overloud has released Gem Fuse, bringing together six analog-style processors in a single plugin emulating an acclaimed modern stereo outboard unit. Designed for the mix bus and mastering, Fuse provides the tonal color, weight, and cohesion that define great analog hardware. ...   KVR Audio

The Vienna Symphonic Library has announced the release of Studio Jazz Drums, featuring a Rogers drum set performed and recorded at the company's second studio, the Silent Stage, and announced the Vienna Jazz Days Promotion offering discounts of up to 45% on instruments that are often used in Jazz. ...   KVR Audio

Audio Modeling has released SWAM VariFlute, the first release in their new Discovery line. Powered by the same engine behind flagship SWAM instruments, VariFlute lets you design and play flutes, pipes, and hybrids with endless customization—tube type, material, aperture, breath noise, and more. At the same time, Audio Modeling has released updates for all other SWAM Instruments and Ambiente. ...   KVR Audio

Floof Audio has released Floof Station, a plugin stacker designed to be simple, intuitive and fun to use. It is carefully engineered to handle the core tasks of combining plugins efficiently, allowing users to stay focused on making music. Features: Plugin stacking - Combine up to twelve VST3/AU MIDI effects and instruments. Simple intuitive usage - No complex menus or steep learning curve. ...   KVR Audio

VSL has updated Vienna MIR PRO 3D to v7.2.4483. Added Clickable name tags in venue view. Reset warnings preference. Option to deactivate auto-color and auto-name. Option to set default CPU/GPU processing (PowerHouse). Support for latest GPUs (PowerHouse). VST2 to VST3 plugin update compatibility. Fixed Sample rate mismatch problem with some hosts. A rare GUI Crash in OpenGL drawing. ...   KVR Audio

Audiofier has released four new titles in the MICRON series for Kontakt: THORNS (XY Atmos) – Now with Cycle and Focus playing modes. THREADS 1 (XY Loops) – ambient guitar loops, with the new Multi-Layers system. GRANULAR FOG (XY Playable) – playable granular-processed textures from light shimmers to evolving clouds. ...   KVR Audio

Analogy Instruments has released MOTHERSHIP, a new virtual instrument that aims to deliver authentic analog tone. Built from multi-sampled waveforms of a classic analog synthesizer, MOTHERSHIP offers over 1GB of detailed samples, carefully captured across the keyboard for expressive, natural playability. ...   KVR Audio

Sound Magic has released updates for CineGrand2 and Piano One and announced its Guitar Madness Sale Event. CineGrand2 2.1 Sound Magic has updated CineGrand2 to Version 2.1, which has numerous improvements: Add VST3 and Audio Unit support for Intel Macs. Improved CPU usage. Improved EZ Gesture. Updated Style. Many minor changes. Free Piano One 7. ...   KVR Audio

discoDSP has released updates for Bliss Sampler and OB-Xd Synthesizer. Bliss Sampler 3.3 Audio Processing & Effects: Replaced filters with new generation analog modeled ZDF DSP. Added Sample Editor > Effects > Render Pitch Shift feature for offline pitch processing. ...   KVR Audio

Suzumushi has released SoundObject 4.0 for Windows. SoundObject creates binaural and transaural sounds with a sense of three-dimensional sound localization from a monaural acoustic source and its positional information. It uses a pinnae (earlobe) scattering effect filter to achieve a sense of direction in the elevation direction. ...   KVR Audio

NUSofting has released Filter4Tongue Free a 100% free download for Windows VST2 / VST3 (with an optional donation). Features BandPass x4 filter bank, two serial pairs in parallel routing. Symmetrical and divergent tuning of the filters. Non linear mode, selectable. Pink noise internal source. Saturation on overdrive. Modulator: envelope follower with loop mode and with four targets. Read More   KVR Audio