Macworld If you’re looking for a dependable, portable, and budget-conscious laptop for day-to-day tasks, look no further. This pre-loved MacBook Air hits the sweet spot—and it’s only $189.97 (reg. $999) with free shipping for a little while longer. With a 1. ...

Macworld Shelling out money every month just to open Word or make a quick spreadsheet can feel like death by a thousand cuts. Instead of paying endless subscription fees, you can grab Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 for Mac with a license that never expires. And this weekend only, it’s down to an all-time low of $39. ...

Macworld Preorders for the iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and Air went live at 8 am ET this morning (actually closer to 8:30 if you were using Apple’s website), and if you’re just waking up looking to get an iPhone 17 Pro Max in the new Cosmic Orange color, you’re going to have a long wait. ...

Macworld If you’re waiting for the first folding iPhone and feel like it will never arrive, don’t worry. Half of it just did, in the form of the iPhone Air. Now we just need to wait for the other half to turn up in 2026. The so-called iPhone Fold has been rumored for considerably longer than the Air, and the wait has at times been excruciating. ...

Macworld One thing I love about my Apple Watch Series 9 is how independent it is. I often leave my iPhone behind when heading out for my morning runs, as carrying a phone while exercising can slow me down. Even without cellular, I can still listen to downloaded music, record the workout, view real-time metrics, and pay for water on my way back home. ...

Macworld Apple Intelligence is Apple’s generative artificial intelligence (AI) system, and it comes with a huge range of features and abilities. You’ll find it deeply embedded in your iPhone, whether that’s woven into your apps via Siri, Writing Tools, and more, or as standalone apps like Image Playground. ...

Macworld Though details were scant, Apple introduced several new chips at its “Awe Dropping” iPhone 17 event on Tuesday. There were new A-series processors as expected: the A19 in the iPhone 17 and A19 Pro in the iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro. But Apple also quickly announced a new C1X cellular modem and N1 network processor. ...

Macworld Apple’s new iPhone Air, iPhone 17, and iPhone 17 Pro have an all-new way to protect devices against certain kinds of spyware attacks. It’s called Memory Integrity Enforcement (MIE) and Apple has been working on it for about five years, according to the Security Research blog post announcing the feature. ...

Macworld Scanners, printers, and fax machines had a good run, but there’s an app that does what you need, cheaper, and right from your phone. iScanner turns your phone or tablet into a portable scanner that fits in your pocket and handles way more than a traditional scanner ever could. A lifetime subscription is now just $39.99 (reg. $199.90). ...

Macworld Apple’s new AirPods Pro 3 have “new foam-infused ear tips for greater passive noise isolation,” but you don’t need to drop another $249 to get it. These memory foam earbud tips will make your AirPods Pro 2 just as good, and you can get a 3-pack for $18.60 right now, the best price we’ve ever seen. ...

Macworld For years, black has been more than just another color in Apple’s lineup. It has been the shorthand for “Pro.” When you picture a MacBook Pro on a desk, chances are it’s the Space Black model. The iPad Pro? The iMac Pro? Same story. Even Apple’s accessories, from the Magic Keyboard to the Magic Trackpad, are available in a deep black option. ...

Macworld There’s a slew of new iPhones you can order beginning today, and if you’re already scouting out ways to buy them, we have your back. Whether it’s directly from Apple, from your go-to retailer, or your carrier, there are loads of options to get yourself a new phone. ...

Macworld Last Tuesday was an expensive day. Apple event day is always an expensive day. New iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods Pro made their debut, and this means that on September 19, many of us will be taking delivery of new Apple stuff. (The larger-than-normal credit-card bill comes later.) Just because Apple’s selling lots of new stuff doesn’t mean you need to buy it all. ...

Macworld Your Mac is capable of a lot more than Apple lets on—you just need the right tool to unlock it. That’s precisely what MacPilot does. With a lifetime license for just $39.99 (MSRP: $99), you’ll get access to over 1,200 features designed to customize, optimize, and streamline your Mac experience without ever typing a line of code. ...

Macworld Apple held its big “Awe Dropping” and the biggest announcement was the iPhone Air. Is it worth the hype? We talk about the new iPhone and the rest of Apple’s announcements on this episode of the Macworld Podcast.   This is episode 950 with Michael Simon, Jason Cross,  and Roman Loyola. ...

Macworld Back when the iPhone 14 launched in 2022, it included a new feature that let you tap into Globalstar satellite networks to get service when stranded outside of cellular coverage. At the time, the service was free for users in the U.S. and Canada with a two-year trial. ...

Macworld Apple had a lot to say about its new phones during the “Awe Dropping” event Tuesday, but there were plenty of little features that couldn’t fit in the keynote. One interesting feature spotted in the iOS 26 release candidate includes a reference to an option to disable pulse width modulation (PWM) in the iPhone 17 Pro. ...

Macworld It all seemed to be getting so neat. Earlier this year the iPhone SE was retired, nominally replaced (at a considerably higher price point!) by the iPhone 16e, which left the entire range helpfully categorised by generation: the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus, and the iPhone 16, 16e, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max. ...

Macworld Apple introduces a lot of exciting products on Tuesday. But wait! There is one more thing, one thing that Apple didn’t show. Apple has released a new 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max charging. For $39 (it’s not available in the U.K. ...

Macworld The official unveiling of the iPhone Air isn’t a surprise, considering that the phone had been rumored for about a year. Along with the rumors came concerns about Apple making such a thin iPhone–namely, whether the iPhone Air sacrifices battery life for thinness. That doesn’t seem to be the case. ...

Macworld Every few years, the Apple faithful sinks its hooks into a new “one more thing” product that, we’re convinced, will change everything. Most recently, that was the Vision Pro. The next prospect in this long line of halo products? Next year’s folding iPhone. This long-rumored device has been massively hyped over the last few years, and there are lots of reasons to be excited. ...

Macworld Jamf Threat Labs has released a new report on Mac malware. Dubbed ChillyHell, the malware was first discovered in 2021 and privately reported by cybersecurity firm Mandiant in 2023. This past May, Jamf spotted a new sample of ChillyHell on VirusTotal, a website used to analyze suspicious files and URLs, indicating new activity for the malware. ...

Macworld Are you one photo away from the dreaded low-storage notification? There’s nothing worse than scrambling at the last second to clear out some storage space. By the time you’re done manually deleting old screenshots, whatever moment you were trying to capture is over. ...

Macworld The key to making a successful product is to identify a problem and then offer to solve it. But what happens when no problems remain? Then you have to create one. Or three. At its “Awe Dropping” event today, Apple unveiled the iPhone Air, which at 5.6mm is its thinnest-ever smartphone. (It’s even thinner than these 17 very thin things. ...

Macworld Apple on Tuesday introduced the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, the true flagships in the company’s 2025 iPhone lineup. While the new iPhone Air might grab attention for its ultra-thin design, the Pro models are where Apple puts its best ideas into practice. ...

Macworld At the “Awe Dropping” media event, Apple today introduced its 2025 smartwatch line, featuring the Apple Watch Series 11, Ultra 3, and SE 3. While the higher-end models continue to pack exclusive perks, as expected, the Apple Watch SE 3 stole the spotlight with the highest number of new additions. ...

Macworld Apple today introduced the iPhone 17, the entry-level model in this year’s lineup. If you thought it was going to be a ho-hum upgrade compared to the iPhone 17 Pro and Air, you’re going to be surprised. The iPhone 17 is a solid upgrade with a brighter display, faster chip, and longer battery life. ...

Macworld We knew it was coming, but it still blew our socks off. At the “Awe Dropping” press event today, Apple announced the iPhone Air, its ultra-slim flagship smartphone, which is just 5.6mm thick. It’s the thinnest iPhone ever (comfortably beating a record held by the iPhone 6 since 2014) but it doesn’t just put Apple’s own products in the shade. ...

Macworld iPhone 17 will be on sale imminently and, if you’re planning to be an early adopter, now’s a great time to consider what accessories you’ll need to go with your new phone. Designed to work seamlessly with iPhones, MacBooks, iPads, and AirPods, the PicoGo II series from Baseus presents the ultimate way to charge all your Apple gear. ...

Macworld At its “Awe Dropping” event on Tuesday, Apple announced the new AirPods Pro 3, the latest iteration of its high-end earphones. The AirPods Pro 3 take a big step from being a simple listening device to a robust wearable with key features that make them more useful. Here are the three major upgrades that we can’t wait to check out. ...

Macworld Everyone may be talking about the iPhone today, but we’ve got an incredible deal on an M4 MacBook Pro. B&H has a limited-time deal on the M4 MacBook Pro with 24GB of memory and 512GB of RAM for just $1,399. That’s $400 off—and remarkably, $200 less than Apple charges for the model with 16GB of RAM. ...

Macworld Apple’s highly anticipated “Awe Dropping” September iPhone event is today! We’re tracking every rumor leading up to the 10am PT keynote, and stay tuned for live coverage and analysis from Macworld experts during the event. Apple September Event: Live News and Analysis2 days ago, By Michael.SimoniPhone 17 event: Recap AirPods Pro 3: Still start at $249. ...

Macworld We’re just hours away from Apple’s “Awe Dropping” event, and while the iPhone 17 will undoubtedly be the star of the show, we’re also expected to get a look at new Apple Watches and the first AirPods Pro update since 2022. ...

Macworld It took the iPhone an eternity to strike Lightning in favor of the universal USB-C port. Now that it’s here on all models, including the low-end 16e, many users still limit its use to charging, overlooking the slew of other advantages it offers over Lightning. ...

Macworld These days, iPhones can do a lot – and we mean a lot. From photography and video editing to gaming and artificial intelligence, it’s enough to make you forget they can also, you know, make phone calls and send text messages. With all these headline features, it’s not surprising that a bunch of clever capabilities slip through the cracks. ...

Macworld Most screen protectors do the basics—scratch resistance, a bit of drop protection—but few solve the everyday frustration of glare. TORRAS’s new OrigArmor Screen Protector takes a different approach. It’s the world’s first to pair anti-reflective coating with a seamless 3D curved edge fit, delivering both clarity and comfort in one upgrade. ...

Macworld Sometimes, data is a little too complicated to explain in a single slide or lay out in a spreadsheet. That’s why it’s so useful to be able to make a good data visual. You don’t need to be a pro designer to make your data look pretty. Instead, just use Microsoft Visio Pro 2021. ...