Macworld You’re probably paying Microsoft 365 way more than you need to… and for what? The same apps, just on an endless subscription loop? With a Microsoft Office lifetime license, you can break free from the monthly payments and get the classic Office suite for a one-time fee. Right now, you can pay just $69.97 and it’s yours forever (reg. $219.99). ...

Macworld Following news that Apple will be forced to allow external purchase links inside apps and could face criminal charges over its battle with Epic Games, the company announced some good news on Thursday. In the second quarter 2025, Apple posted revenue of $95.4 billion, a 5 percent increase year over year and a second-quarter all-time high. Quarterly earnings per diluted share are $1. ...

Macworld Password managers such as 1Password and LastPass are great and super important. We maintain a recommended list of Password managers for a reason—a good one makes it easy to use strong, unique passwords everywhere on the web, no matter what platform or browser you happen to use. But to get the most out of them, you need to pay a subscription fee. ...

Macworld WWDC kicks off on June 9, where we’ll get our first look at Apple’s new software for the fall: iOS 19, iPadOS 19, tvOS 19, macOS 16, watchOS 12, and visionOS 3. We’ve heard there’s a big redesign in store this year, the most dramatic change in years. So what does that leave for May? Not much. ...

Macworld Apple has reacted to what appears to be a huge spyware campaign this week by sending warnings to iPhone owners around the world. Recipients of the warnings are advised that a “mercenary spyware attack” is attempting to remotely compromise their device. As of Wednesday, according to TechCrunch, only two iPhone owners have publicly acknowledged receiving the warning. ...

Macworld Once upon a time, my iPhone and Mac dominated my screen time. I’d use the former for texting, social media scrolling, listening to music, and so on, while the latter would handle work tasks, movie streaming, and long web-browsing sessions. But a few years ago, everything changed—when a less-popular Apple product unexpectedly joined my workflow. ...

Macworld When it first came out, ChatGPT was pretty simple, but it has rapidly grown from a simple AI into a tool you can use to automate entire facets of your job. Getting to that point takes some practice, though. If you want help, you can find out how in the ChatGPT and Automation E-Degree, a collection of 12 lectures breaking down skills in AI automation, data visualization, and more. ...

Macworld The Apple Watch recently had its tenth anniversary, and WWDC is coming up in June. So in this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we’re looking at the state of the Apple Watch–where it’s been, where it’s at now, and what’s in store for the future. This is episode 932 with Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyola. ...

Macworld Cellular carriers limit the number of devices you own logged into the same iCloud account that can place voice calls to the regular phone network via Wi-Fi. You might encounter this error as: “Wi-Fi Calling: You have registered the maximum number of devices for this service.” This error may appear whether you have exceeded the limit or not. ...

Macworld Update May 1: Apple has issued a statement saying it will comply with the ruling and plans to appeal. If it seems like we’ve been writing about this Epic vs. Apple Fortnite case for years, it’s because we have. The case has been raging since 2020, and finally ended (sort of) with a ruling in 2021. ...

Macworld In a recent video as part of its iOS Decoded series, 9to5Mac takes a look at some rather interesting code found within the latest iOS 18.5 betas. This code references and enables features that aren’t expected to be a part of iOS 18.5 when it goes into wide release, however. Instead, it looks like experiments for what might be a part of iOS 19, or maybe even future products. ...

Macworld Apple’s brand new MacBook Air is on sale again, and this time it’s hit its best price ever. Amazon is selling the M4 MacBook Air for $849, a savings of $150 and a fantastic price for an already great value laptop. The MacBook Air comes with the new and speedy M4 chip, alongside a gorgeous 13. ...

Macworld Two weeks ago, we learned about Atomic Keyboard’s MDR Dasher Keyboard, a keyboard based on the Lumon Terminal Pro terminals used in the Apple TV+ show Severance. The company plans to sell it, and you can sign up for more information, though pricing and availability have yet to be determined. But Atomic Keyboard is hard at work on the project. ...

Macworld It’s been a while since we got a new Apple Watch SE: after the first version of Apple’s budget smartwatch came out in 2020 and the second in 2022 with few changes, the company has kept quiet about further releases. But new reports suggest we’re finally going to see the 3rd-gen SE later in 2025, and that it will come in two new sizes. ...

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros 14 top-end ports, including three Thunderbolt 5 2.5Gb Ethernet 140W Power Delivery Stylish looks Cons Slow card readers Our Verdict This powerful and stylish dock is built for the new class of Thunderbolt 5 Macs is a recommended upgrade ready for the latest Macs or your next one. ...

Macworld Apple’s AirPlay technology makes it easy to stream media from an Apple device to a device such as a speaker or a television. But the wireless connection that AirPlay uses has vulnerabilities that hackers can use to gain control of those devices. ...

Macworld I’m going to wax a little philosophical for this week’s column, which also happens to be my last. Stay Foolish debuted a decade ago, almost to the day, but I’ve been writing regularly for Macworld for nearly 20 years. ...

Macworld Now the sun’s out you may be wearing your sunglasses and wondering why your iPhone won’t unlock. If you are fed up with having to remove your sunglasses every time you need to unlock your iPhone. Here’s what you can do to speed up the process. The reason why Face ID isn’t unlocking your iPhone is it can’t verify that you are looking at the phone. ...

Macworld There are two reasons you should ditch your Microsoft 365 subscription. For starters, it’s a monthly subscription you have to keep up with. Second, Microsoft just announced a price increase for 365, meaning you’ll pay more every single month just for access to your favorite apps. ...

Macworld If you plan to buy a major technology device in the next couple of months, you might have difficulty finding it in stock. According to Reuters on Monday, the Trump administration’s tariff policy will lead to shortages of consumer electronics in the U.S. Pegatron Chairman T.H. ...

Macworld If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to get a new MacBook Pro, now’s the time to do it. Why? Well, because B&H Photo is clearing out the space black M3 Pro models for $900 off, which means you can get one for as little as $1,499. The catch is that this deal is only available today so you have to ask fast. ...

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros 2-in-1 or 3-in-1 charging Fast 15W for iPhone Fast 5W for Watch and AirPods Compact and lightweight Cons Requires USB-C wall charger Our Verdict This 2-in-1 and 3-in-1 Hyperjuice multi-device chargers are compact and good-looking enough to look sharp in a modern home or work environment. ...

Macworld This September’s iPhone launches just got a tiny bit less interesting, with reports that the previously rumored anti-reflective, anti-scratch screen is no longer likely to appear on the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max. ...

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Impressive 5K 60Hz touchscreen Color accuracy Minimalist design Fantastic adjustable stand Cons Fiddly Mac touchscreen software install Hub doesn’t daisy-chain extra displays Our Verdict Artists and video pros will appreciate the higher 5K resolution of this premium 27-inch touchscreen display with a fantastic height-adjustable, tilt and ...

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 Every day, the Macalope is more and more convinced that we need less artificial intelligence and more human intelligence. (Zing! Walk that one off, human race.) Fresh off credulously telling us how close we are to artificial general intelligence, The New York Times’s Kevin Roose is back to ask, if you prick AI, does it not bleed? “If A.I. ...

Macworld Your Mac is capable of so much more than the default settings let on. Beneath that polished exterior, there’s a treasure trove of powerful features waiting for you to access. Instead of digging through Terminal commands or endless menus, MacPilot makes it easy to unlock over 1,200 advanced macOS features, and you can grab lifetime access for $29. ...

Macworld With summer rapidly approaching, it’s time to stop putting off upgrading your earbuds and just order the AirPods Pro 2 already! That’s because they just hit their 2025 low: Amazon is selling the AirPods Pro 2 for just $169, a massive savings of more than 30 percent off the $249 MSRP. These earbuds are easily one of our favorites, as the 4. ...

Macworld Apple is quite secretive about the sales numbers of individual products, so we have to make do with revenue figures for entire categories. But even with those vague numbers, most analysts agree that this year’s iPhone 16e is shifting considerably more units than the 3rd-gen iPhone SE it (sort of) replaced. ...

Macworld Buying a new iPhone is always exciting, especially when it’s your first. If you’re coming from another smartphone, there are some cool tricks you should learn to get the most out of your iPhone, but you should also be aware of some common mistakes among first-time iPhone users so you don’t repeat them. ...

Macworld If there’s one thing that annoys me, it’s the way Apple describes its phones as being “7.8mm thin.” Not thick, like the way people talk in the English language, but thin. As if the 7.8mm part of the sentence isn’t already telling you that. I wonder what they’ll do when the new models come out? Perhaps they should go with “The iPhone 17 Air measures just 5. ...

Macworld It’s frustrating when your MacBook’s sleek design comes at the cost of functionality—just USB-C ports and no way to adjust the screen height. That’s probably why everyone’s grabbing this MacBook stand with a built-in hub to avoid annoyances and neck pains. ...

Macworld With every iPhone launch, people are excited until they start to voice their frustration over Apple’s incremental hardware changes. The rage is typically justified. Over the past several years, Apple has given us largely tweaked iterations of the same device. ...

Macworld When you’re starting your own business, one of the first things you need to establish is your brand. That’s only possible by creating logos and other content, but you’re probably not capable of hiring a full-blown creative team to do those tasks. ...

Macworld It’s no longer true that the best games aren’t available to play on the Mac. Recently we’ve seen many many A-list games arrive on the Mac, including Assassins Creed: Shadows, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Civilisation V11, and Resident Evil.  You can see reviews of our favorite A-list games that are now on the Mac below. ...

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Good grip Automatic right-left detection Good sound Cons Fit and sound depend on the ear cups Our Verdict The Freeclip is an exciting alternative to open-ear headphones with a headband. They fit well and impress with a solid sound that is particularly effective with electronic music. ...

Macworld Keeping your iPhone or iPad backed up and organized can be more of a chore than it should be, especially if you use iCloud, iTunes, and your computer to store different things. Between scattered music files, old texts, and cloud backups that are hard to manage, it’s easy to lose track of what’s where, but there’s a new app that can help. ...

Macworld After a decade of development, the Apple Watch is basically the same as it was when it launched in 2015. Yes, the technology inside has gone through significant improvements its early days a dacade ago. Bigger, brighter displays. More powerful processors. An ever-growing suite of sensors to detect everything from your heart rate to incredibly fine movements. ...

Macworld Apple’s newest MacBook Air is already a great value at $999, but thanks to its current discount over at Amazon, it’s even more affordable as its price drops to $909, the lowest we’ve ever seen. This laptop features the super speedy M4 chip and a gorgeous 13. ...

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Enjoyable survival-horror action Modest system requirements Free demo available Cons Definitely not suitable for children Zombie-slaying can get a bit monotonous at times Our Verdict It might not be the best game in the series, but the zombie-slaying action is still good fun, and a new enemy called Nemesis adds a bit of variety. ...