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iPad Pro M5: £31 More Than an Air If You Skip Apple
The iPad Pro M5 is £1,199 at Apple, Currys and John Lewis a year on. Refurbished it's £880, just £31 more than an iPad Air. My UK maths and verdict.
23 October 2026

How to Screenshot on Mac Now Siri Wants Shift-Command-6
How to screenshot on Mac with every shortcut, plus the macOS 27 Siri clash on Shift-Command-6 and why HDR captures save as HEIF.
21 October 2026

The iPhone Duo Costs £700 More Than a Pro Max. Worth It?
The iPhone Duo is £1,999 in the UK, exactly £700 over a Pro Max at every tier, and won't ship from Apple until January. Buy, wait or skip?
19 October 2026

The HomePod mini 2 Costs £149 and Ships Without Siri AI
HomePod mini 2 is £149 in the UK, £50 more than the original launched at, and Siri AI comes later. My maths on who should buy now or wait.
16 October 2026

How to Right Click on Mac, and Why Ctrl Isn't Ctrl Here
How to right click on Mac with a trackpad, Magic Mouse or keyboard, plus the Windows habits that make Control-click do the wrong thing.
15 October 2026

Apple TV Price UK: The New Box Costs Double the 2022 One
Apple TV price UK: the new Apple TV 4K is £299, double the 2022 launch price. My maths on the old model, free Siri AI and who should buy.
14 October 2026

How to Connect AirPods to a Laptop Without Wrecking Calls
How to connect AirPods to a laptop on Windows, Mac or Chromebook, the no-button pairing trick, and the fix for muffled audio on calls.
12 October 2026

Apple Card UK: The Card in Your Wallet Isn't It
Apple Card UK is still US-only in 2026. What the Apple Account card in your Wallet really is, plus the 0% finance and Klarna options you get instead.
8 October 2026

AirPods 4 ANC at £129 Costs More Than the AirPods 5
AirPods 4 ANC are £129 at Argos, but AirPods 5 with ANC cost £119. My UK price maths on when the old model is still worth buying.
7 October 2026

How to Screenshot on iPad After iPadOS 26 Took the Swipe
How to screenshot on iPad with buttons, Pencil, keyboard or AssistiveTouch, and why the corner swipe stopped working in iPadOS 26.
6 October 2026

The iPhone Air Is £300 Cheaper Anywhere But Apple
Apple now charges £1,099 for the iPhone Air in the UK, but Currys and Argos sell it for £799. Why the 1TB rose £300, and who should buy one.
5 October 2026

Is the MacBook Air M5 Worth £1,299? Not From Apple
The MacBook Air M5 rose from £1,099 to £1,299 in June. Where it is £111 cheaper, the charger missing from the box, and whether to wait for M6.
4 October 2026

Apple Gift Card UK: Don't Redeem It If You're Shopping In Store
Apple gift card UK rules, checked: once redeemed, Apple only lists online use. Keep the code for in-store buys, and know the 8 v 20 card limit.
3 October 2026

Apple One UK Only Pays Off If You Already Watch Apple TV
Is Apple One UK worth it? I priced every plan against the services people actually pay for. The saving only lands if you watch Apple TV.
2 October 2026

How to Factory Reset a MacBook the Buyer Can Actually Use
How to factory reset a MacBook without leaving Activation Lock on. The Disk Utility route most guides give can lock the next owner out for good.
1 October 2026

Is the iPhone 17e Still Worth It Now It Costs £699?
The iPhone 17e is now £699 in the UK, up £100. My maths on what changed against the iPhone 17 and iPhone 16, and where it's still under £599.
1 October 2026

How to Turn Off iPhone (The Slider Isn't the Only Way)
How to turn off iPhone three ways - buttons, Settings and Control Centre - plus the force restart gesture Apple's own page skips for iPhone 8 and SE.
30 September 2026

iPad Mini: Same Tablet, £100 More Than at Launch
Apple's iPad mini costs £100 more than at launch and hasn't changed. The UK prices, why the refurb is a trap, and whether to wait for the mini 8.
29 September 2026

The Cheapest Apple Watch Ultra 3 Is the One Apple Sells
Apple still sells the Apple Watch Ultra 3 refurbished at £559, less than any new one in Britain and £190 under the Ultra 4. My maths and verdict.
28 September 2026

How to Type a Hashtag on Mac (UK Keyboard Fix)
Shift+3 gives you a pound sign, not #. The hashtag on Mac sits on Option+3 on a British layout, and the two swap on a US one.
27 September 2026

Apple NHS and Blue Light Discount UK: It's 2%, Not 10%
The Apple NHS discount is 2%, not the 10% page one promises. Here is what Blue Light Card actually gives you, and why the education store won't help.
26 September 2026

How to Block a Number on iPhone (It Won't Stop the Spam)
How to block a number on iPhone in every app, what the blocked caller sees, and why blocking is the wrong fix for UK spam texts.
25 September 2026

iPad 11th Generation: £429 at Apple, £355 If You Look
The iPad 11th generation is £429 at Apple and Currys, £355 at the cheapest UK seller. My maths on the £74 gap, and when Apple is still worth it.
24 September 2026

How to Copy and Paste on Mac, and Move Files Without Cut
How to copy and paste on Mac is two keystrokes, until you touch a file. Cut is greyed out, and the shortcut that moves files sits on another page.
23 September 2026

The Old AirPods Max Costs £150 Less and Lasts as Long
Two different headphones are called AirPods Max in the UK right now. The older H1 pair is £150 less with the same 20-hour battery. Which one to buy.
22 September 2026

iPhone 16 Pro Max Price in UK: £703 or £999, Same Phone
The iPhone 16 Pro Max price in UK runs £703 to £1,099 for one 256GB phone. What the gap buys, and why Apple's refurb costs more than a new 17.
21 September 2026

How to Reset Apple Watch Without Leaving It Locked
How to reset Apple Watch properly. Erasing it on the watch leaves Activation Lock on - only unpairing from your iPhone actually removes it.
20 September 2026

Apple Music Price UK: £11.99, but Family Wins at Two
The Apple Music price UK guide that does the maths: £11.99 individual, £19.99 family, and why the family plan already wins at two people.
19 September 2026

How to Force Quit on Mac When the App Isn't Listed
How to force quit on Mac when Option-Command-Esc is no help: the window only lists apps, and Apple's data-loss warning is on a different page.
18 September 2026

Apple Pencil Pro: The Newest One Fits the Fewest iPads
The Apple Pencil Pro is £129 and fits fewer iPads than the £79 one. Check yours before you buy, and see what the cheap pencil drops.
17 September 2026

How to Screen Record on iPhone (Black Screen Isn't a Bug)
How to screen record on iPhone: where the button actually lives now, why streaming apps record a black box, and the setting that blocks it.
16 September 2026

AirPods Pro 3 UK: Stop Buying These From Apple
Apple charges £219 for AirPods Pro 3. The cheapest AirPods Pro 3 UK price today is £164.84 - here is the maths, and who should buy AirPods 5 instead.
15 September 2026

Apple Watch Series 11 Price UK: Apple Stopped Selling It
Apple pulled the Series 11 on launch day. The real Apple Watch Series 11 price UK buyers face now, and the retailer charging £110 too much.
14 September 2026

iOS 27 UK: Release Date, Time and Which Siri You Get
iOS 27 is out now in the UK. It installs on iPhone 11 and later, but Apple Intelligence needs a 15 Pro, and the UK is not blocked from the new Siri.
12 September 2026

How to Free Up Space on iPhone Without Losing Your Photos
How to free up space on iPhone without deleting photos you can't get back. The 30-day trap, the Messages setting, and what storage really costs.
11 September 2026

Half the Apple AirTag 4 Pack Deals Are the Old Tag
The Apple AirTag 4 pack is £99 at Apple, but UK listings at £59 are the older first-generation tag. The price maths and which one to buy.
10 September 2026

How to Split Screen on iPad When the Option Isn't There
How to split screen on iPad in 2026: if Split View has vanished, one setting in Multitasking and Gestures is why. Here is the check that fixes it.
9 September 2026

Apple Refurbished UK Gives iPhones a New Battery, Not Macs
Apple Refurbished UK is a flat 15% off, not "up to" 15%. My maths on today's prices, which devices get a new battery, and why to wait a week.
8 September 2026

Apple Studio Display: The 120Hz Is on the Other One
The 2026 Apple Studio Display is still 60Hz. What £1,499 really buys, what the £400 stand adds, and when the XDR at £2,999 makes sense.
7 September 2026

How to Check iPhone Battery Health (And the Number Apple Hides)
How to check iPhone battery health properly: what Maximum Capacity really means, why 80% isn't the replace line, and the cycle count Apple hides.
6 September 2026

Apple Pay Limit UK: There Isn't One. Why You Get Declined
Apple Pay limit UK: Apple sets none and your bank rarely bites. The card machine is what stops your tap - and the rules changed in March 2026.
5 September 2026

How to Reset AirPods: Your Case Probably Has No Button
How to reset AirPods in 2026: the current models have no setup button, and a reset alone won't unlink them from your Apple Account.
4 September 2026

iPad Price UK: Apple Hit the Cheap iPad Hardest
Every iPad price UK buyers pay in 2026, why the cheapest iPad rose 30% while the Pro rose 15%, and the one model not to buy this month.
3 September 2026

Apple Student Discount UK: It Isn't 10%. Here's the Maths
The Apple student discount UK buyers get on the education store is a flat cash cut, not 10%. I priced every Mac and iPad to show what you save.
2 September 2026

Mac mini vs Mac Studio: You're Comparing the Wrong Two
Mac mini vs Mac Studio with the new UK prices: the real choice is the £1,699 mini against the £2,499 Studio, and what that £800 actually buys.
1 September 2026

Apple Watch SE 3 vs Series 11: The Gap Is Now £60
Apple Watch SE 3 vs Series 11: same S10 chip, and Apple now sells the Series 11 refurbished from £279, just £60 more. UK prices and my verdict.
31 August 2026

How to Erase iPhone Before Selling: The One-Hour Trap
How to erase iPhone before selling, in the right order - and why signing out of your Apple Account at the buyer's door can cost you a full hour.
30 August 2026

How to Transfer Data From iPhone to iPhone (And What Won't)
How to transfer data from iPhone to iPhone in one go, plus the Health data, eSIM and Apple Watch that quietly do not come with it.
29 August 2026

How to Uninstall Apps on Mac: The Bin Doesn't Finish the Job
How to uninstall apps on Mac properly: what the Bin leaves behind, where it hides, and the one check that tells you if it even matters.
28 August 2026

How to Clear System Data on Mac: It's Not Your Caches
How to clear system data on Mac: it is rarely the caches. APFS snapshots are the usual culprit, and two Terminal commands clear them out.
27 August 2026

AirPods 5 Are Out: Should You Still Buy AirPods 4?
AirPods 5 are out in the UK from £119, with noise cancelling on both models. What changed against AirPods 4, and when the old pair still makes sense.
26 August 2026

New Mac mini: £899 Now Buys What £599 Did in 2024
The new Mac mini starts at £899 with the M6 chip and 256GB storage - the same storage the £599 model shipped with. Worth buying, or not?
25 August 2026

Touchscreen MacBook: Wait Until December, Then Decide
The touchscreen MacBook may be two months out, or may slip to 2027. When to wait and when to buy a MacBook Pro now, with UK prices.
25 August 2026

New iMac 2026: Wait for the M6, Not for OLED
The new iMac 2026 gets an M6 chip and new colours before year end. Here's why buying the M4 today is the one move I'd avoid.
24 August 2026

New Beats Headphones Leaked: Cheaper, With One Big Catch
The new Beats headphones leaked at $299 with 1.75x the ANC of Studio Pro, but no H2 chip. What that means before you spend £499 on AirPods Max 2.
23 August 2026

iPhone Ultra: Day One or Not at All This Year
iPhone Ultra supply is tipped to be very limited at launch, and it drops the telephoto camera. Here is who should pre-order and who should not.
22 August 2026

The New AirPods Just Slipped to 2027. Buy the Pro 3 Instead
Apple's macOS build leaked an ad for the new AirPods with cameras, then Bloomberg said 2027. What that means if you have been waiting to buy.
20 August 2026

iPhone 18 Pro vs Pro Max: Is the Camera Different?
Rumours said the iPhone 18 Pro Max would get an exclusive camera. It didn't - both Pro models share the same 48MP variable-aperture system.
19 August 2026

AirPods Pro 4: Apple Leaked Its Own Ad. Should You Wait?
Apple shipped an advert for its camera AirPods inside macOS 26.7. What it means for the AirPods Pro 4 timeline, and whether to buy Pro 3 now.
18 August 2026

Apple Maps Ads Are Live. The UK Hasn't Got Them Yet
Apple Maps ads went on sale on 14 August, US and Canada only. What the two ad slots look like, and the one setting to change before they reach us.
17 August 2026

iCloud Storage Prices UK: 2TB Now Buys More Than Space
iCloud storage prices in the UK have not moved, but from iOS 27 the 2TB tier unlocks Home app AI features. Is the £6 a month jump worth it?
16 August 2026

MacBook Air Shortage: Waiting Is the Expensive Option
The MacBook Air shortage has pushed UK delivery into September. Here's where stock actually is, and why waiting costs you more.
15 August 2026

Apple Trade In Value: The Clock You Didn't Know Was Running
Your Apple trade in value is an estimate on a 14-day clock, not a price. A leaked Wallet feature would stretch that to 90 days.
14 August 2026

watchOS 27 Adds Two Apps. One Needs Your iPhone
watchOS 27 adds a Siri app and a unified Find My app. One only works with a compatible iPhone nearby. Here's which watches qualify.
13 August 2026

CarPlay Not Working in the Same Spot? It Isn't You
CarPlay not working at the same point on every drive? Radio interference is the cause no troubleshooting list mentions. Here's how to tell.
12 August 2026

M6 MacBook Pro: The One Mac I'd Skip This Autumn
The M6 MacBook Pro lands this autumn but the M7 follows six months later. Which MacBook Pro is actually worth your money, and which to skip.
11 August 2026

iPhone 17 Price UK: What It Costs Now and Where to Pay Less
The iPhone 17 is now £899 in the UK, up £100 in September. What every iPhone costs after the rise, and where the 17 is still cheaper than Apple.
10 August 2026

iPhone 18 Price Increase: Apple Saved the Worst for Last
The iPhone 18 price increase is coming in September, and iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods were only ever spared in June. Here is what to expect.
5 August 2026

Use an iMac as a Monitor: 3 Ways, One You Can't Undo
I used an iMac as a monitor the hard way and destroyed it. Here are the three methods, what each costs, and which one you should actually pick.
3 August 2026

Apple Upgrade vs iPhone Upgrade Program: You Don't Own It
Apple Upgrade vs iPhone Upgrade Program: leasing not financing, no bundled AppleCare, and a buyout at the end. Plus what UK buyers actually get.
30 July 2026

Apple HomePad: Release Date, Price and Everything Rumoured
Everything reported about the Apple HomePad: the rumoured price, release window and whether to wait before buying an Apple TV or HomePod mini.
28 July 2026

Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Series 12: The Redesign Isn't Coming
Gurman says the Apple Watch Ultra 4 and Series 12 get no redesign this year. Here's what is actually changing, and whether you should wait.
28 July 2026

AppleCare One UK Is Here: Is £16.99 a Month Worth It?
AppleCare One UK is live at £16.99 a month for three devices. What it covers, the excess fees, and when it beats separate AppleCare+ plans.
27 July 2026

MacBook Neo 2: 12GB RAM Is the Upgrade That Matters
The MacBook Neo 2 is tipped to bring an A19 Pro chip and 12GB of RAM. Here's why the memory bump matters more, and whether to wait.
23 July 2026

iPhone 18 Pro: It Looks the Same. Here's What Changed
The iPhone 18 Pro looks much like the 17 Pro, but the changes under the glass matter: the A20 Pro 2nm chip, a variable-aperture camera and satellite 5G.
21 July 2026

Apple Upgrade: Why You'd Lease an iPhone Through Klarna
Apple Upgrade launches 28 July: lease an iPhone, Mac, iPad or Watch via Klarna. How it works, what's eligible, and the AppleCare catch.
21 July 2026

The Best Mac Apps in 2026 (The Ones I Actually Use)
My pick of the best Mac apps in 2026 - the paid and free tools I actually use for creating, coding and keeping my Mac tidy.
20 July 2026

The Open-Source SEO Tool I Use Instead of Ahrefs
OpenSEO is an open-source SEO tool that feeds real keyword data into Claude. Here's why I use it instead of paying for Ahrefs or Semrush.
20 July 2026

A20 Pro Chip: What 2nm Means for the iPhone 18 Pro
The iPhone 18 Pro's A20 Pro is the first phone chip on a 2nm process. What that means for speed and battery, and how it differs from the A19 Pro.
18 July 2026

Mac Studio M5 UK: M5 Max or M5 Ultra, Which to Buy
The Mac Studio M5 is on sale in the UK from £2,499. M5 Max vs M5 Ultra, what each upgrade really costs, and which chip most people should buy.
16 July 2026

macOS Golden Gate Public Beta: What's New, How to Install
The macOS Golden Gate public beta is out. What's new in macOS 27, which Macs can run it, how to install the beta safely, and whether you should.
16 July 2026

Apple Intelligence in China: Why It Runs on Alibaba's AI
China has finally cleared Apple Intelligence for iPhone, with Alibaba's Qwen and Baidu as partners. Here's what the approval means.
16 July 2026

The Apple Intel Chip Deal Was the Price of Dodging 100% Tariffs
The Apple Intel chip deal traces back to a 100% tariff threat and a meeting in Washington. Here is what the WSJ report reveals and why it matters.
11 July 2026

Apple Sues OpenAI: What the Trade Secret Lawsuit Alleges
Apple sues OpenAI over trade secret theft, naming two ex-employees. Here is what the filing alleges, and why 400 former Apple staff matter.
11 July 2026

ChatGPT's New Mac App Bundles Codex and GPT-5.6
OpenAI's new ChatGPT Mac app bundles Codex, ChatGPT Work and the new GPT-5.6 models. Here's what it means for Mac users.
10 July 2026

Apple's $30B Broadcom Deal: The Tiny Chips Behind the Headline
The Apple Broadcom deal tops $30 billion and 15 billion US-made chips. What Apple is actually buying, and why it matters.
9 July 2026

I Made a Free Mac Screen Time App Like Spotify Wrapped
MacWrapped is a free Mac screen time app that turns your last month of usage into a shareable Spotify Wrapped-style card, all on-device.
3 July 2026

Upcoming Apple Products 2026: What Shipped, What's Left
The September event has landed - iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Duo, Watch Series 12, AirPods 5. Here's what's out and what Apple still has to ship in 2026.
3 July 2026

iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Duo: Prices, UK Dates, Verdict
The iPhone 18 Pro and Apple's first foldable, the iPhone Duo, are official. UK prices, pre-order and release dates, and which one to buy.
2 July 2026

Wispr Flow Alternative: Why I Cancelled It for FluidVoice (Free Mac App)
FluidVoice is a free, on-device Wispr Flow alternative for Mac. Why I switched, plus how to use Apple's Mac dictation and fix it when it breaks.
29 June 2026

Apple Price Increase 2026: Every Mac and iPad Affected
The full list of Apple price rises in 2026 — every Mac, iPad and accessory affected by the memory shortage, and the models that stayed the same.
26 June 2026

macOS Golden Gate Icons: What Changed From Tahoe
A closer look at the macOS Golden Gate icons and how Apple reworked colour, sharpness and Liquid Glass refraction since macOS Tahoe.
22 June 2026

iPhone LUTs: How to Use LUTs on Apple ProRAW Photos
iPhone LUTs made simple: how to apply LUTs to Apple ProRAW photos on-device in Display P3, the best paid and free options, and no Lightroom subscription.
16 June 2026

Apple's New Foundation Models: On-Device vs Cloud AI
Apple's new Foundation Models split work across on-device chips, Apple's cloud, and Google's servers. Here's what each of the five does.
14 June 2026

Is Siri AI Available in the EU? What iOS 27 Is Missing
Apple's new Siri is not shipping in the EU with iOS 27. What is blocked, which countries are affected, and when Europe is expected to get it.
12 June 2026

WWDC26: The Small iOS 27 Updates That Matter Most
WWDC26's headline was Siri, but the iOS 27 updates worth caring about are the small ones: speed, a Liquid Glass slider and Photos wins.
10 June 2026

Siri AI: What It Does and Has It Actually Shipped?
Apple's rebuilt Siri, explained: what it can actually do, which devices support it, what has shipped so far and what is still missing.
8 June 2026

WWDC 2026: What to Expect From iOS 27 and the New Siri
WWDC 2026 lands on 8 June. Here is what to expect from iOS 27, the AI-powered new Siri, and Apple's bid to finally fix Apple Intelligence.
5 June 2026

macOS 27 Drops Intel Macs: Is Your Mac Cut Off in 2026?
macOS 27 Golden Gate is Apple silicon only. Check whether your Mac is on the list, what happens to Intel Macs, and what to do now it has shipped.
4 June 2026

Apple Business Manager: The Plain-English Guide (2026)
Apple Business Manager is Apple's free portal for managing iPhones, iPads and Macs at work. What it does, what it really costs, and how to get set up.
4 June 2026

10 Hidden Mac Apps Apple Ships but Never Mentions
Apple ships a folder of hidden Mac apps it never promotes. Here are 10 worth knowing, from Keychain Access to Wireless Diagnostics.
3 June 2026

Apple's Siri Revamp Loses Its Lead Before WWDC 2026
The Apple Siri revamp lead left for OpenAI a week before WWDC 2026. Here's what it signals about Apple's AI.
1 June 2026

Microsoft Is Making Office 2019 for Mac View-Only
Microsoft is dropping Office 2019 for Mac into view-only mode on 13 July 2026. Here is what changes and how to keep editing.
31 May 2026

Mac Auto Power On: Skip the Button in macOS Tahoe 26.5
Set your Mac mini, Mac Studio, or iMac to auto power on when connected to power. New macOS Tahoe 26.5 feature explained.
25 May 2026

Apple Sports Lands in 90+ New Countries for World Cup 2026
Apple Sports has rolled out to 90+ new countries with World Cup 2026 features: brackets, visual formations and Live Activities.
21 May 2026

Apple Accessibility Features 2026: VoiceOver & Magnifier AI
Apple's new accessibility features use Apple Intelligence to upgrade VoiceOver, Magnifier and Voice Control. Here's what's coming and when.
19 May 2026

Apple Intel Chips: Test Production Has Begun, Says Kuo
Ming-Chi Kuo says Intel has begun testing Apple Intel chips for lower-end iPhone, iPad and Mac. Here's what it means.
15 May 2026

10 Hidden iPhone Features Apple Doesn't Advertise
Ten hidden iPhone features Apple barely mentions, from using AirPods as a wireless mic to custom alarm snooze and locking apps behind Face ID.
13 May 2026

Mac mini Price Increase 2026: Which Model to Buy Now
The 2026 Mac mini price increase is here: the M4 model is retired and the M6 starts at £899. Which Mac mini to buy now, and which to skip.
5 May 2026

Is Apple Vision Pro Discontinued? What Happened to It
Apple has quietly stepped back from Vision Pro after the M5 refresh. What it means if you own one, and where Apple is putting its effort now.
1 May 2026

Apple Is Reportedly Debating Dropping MagSafe From iPhone
A leaker says Apple is debating MagSafe's future on iPhone. Here's what's actually at stake, what could change, and why a full removal looks unlikely.
30 April 2026

5 Hidden Apple Apps That Reveal How Apple Really Works
Apple ships hidden apps on the App Store for staff, accessory makers, and regulators. Here are 5 hidden Apple apps and what they reveal.
29 April 2026

MacBook Neo Shortage: Why Apple Ran Out of A18 Pro Chips
The MacBook Neo is selling so fast Apple is running out of A18 Pro chips. Here's why the shortage happened and what comes next.
27 April 2026

Tim Cook Steps Down: John Ternus Is Apple's New CEO
Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple's CEO. John Ternus takes over ahead of the September iPhone launch. Here's what the transition means.
21 April 2026

Apple AI Strategy 2026: A Marathon, Not a Sprint
Apple's AI strategy looks slow next to OpenAI and Google. A new interview with Joswiak and Ternus explains why that's deliberate.
17 April 2026

What Makes a Mac a Mac? What the £599 MacBook Neo Tells Us
The MacBook Neo forces one real question: what makes a Mac a Mac? Here's what Apple kept, what it cut, and why the answer works.
16 April 2026

iPhone Predictive Text: Turn It Off to Type Faster
Struggling with iPhone typing errors? Turning off predictive text could fix the problem - and it takes about ten seconds to do.
14 April 2026

Claude Dispatch: Turn Your iPhone Into a Mac Remote
Claude Dispatch turns your phone into a remote for your Mac. Here's why mobile-driven desktop agents change how you set up your tools.
7 April 2026

My Minimalist iPhone Setup: Every App Explained
A complete look at my minimalist iPhone 16 Pro setup - home screen, apps, widgets, dock, and lock screen - and the thinking behind every decision.
2 April 2026

How Apple Could Have Saved the Mac Pro (and Why It Didn't)
The Mac Pro arrived at the worst possible moment - and Apple's cancelled Extreme chip shows the fundamental problem with where the Mac Pro goes next.
31 March 2026

Mac Pro Discontinued 2026: Why Apple Killed Its Flagship
Apple has officially discontinued the Mac Pro. Here's why the writing was on the wall for years - and what it means if you're a pro Mac user.
27 March 2026

Apple Business 2026: The Free MDM, Email and Maps Ads Platform
Apple Business launches April 14 - a free all-in-one platform combining device management, business email, and ads on Apple Maps. Here's what's changing.
25 March 2026

AirPods Max 2: H2 Chip, Better ANC, and New Features
Apple has announced AirPods Max 2, powered by the H2 chip with 1.5x better ANC, lossless audio, Live Translation, and more. Everything you need to know.
16 March 2026

MacBook Neo Review 2026: Is the Cheapest Mac Worth It?
MacBook Neo review: I used the £699 Mac as my only machine for a week. What it nails, where Apple cut corners, and who should skip it.
12 March 2026

Apple's Big Week: MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e, and M5 Macs
Everything Apple announced this week - MacBook Neo with an A18 Pro chip, iPhone 17e with MagSafe, M5 MacBook Air and Pro, and the new Studio Display XDR.
5 March 2026

How to Take Better Photos on iPhone with Pro Raw
Learn how to set up iPhone Pro Raw, adjust camera settings, and edit with Lightroom presets for photos that rival a dedicated camera.
4 March 2026

Apple Notes Tips: The Only Productivity App You Need
Apple Notes has become a powerful productivity app. Here are the tips and features most people miss, from smart folders to audio transcription.
26 February 2026

10 Best Free Mac Apps You Should Be Using in 2026
These are the 10 best free Mac apps I use every day to boost productivity, tidy up macOS, and make my Mac worth the price tag.
24 February 2026

Apple Creator Studio Review 2026: Worth $12.99/Month?
Apple Creator Studio bundles Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro and Pixelmator Pro for $12.99/month. Here's who it's for and who should skip it.
10 February 2026

TRMNL Review: The E-Ink Display That Respects Your Attention
My TRMNL e-ink display review after weeks of use. A subscription-free, open-source dashboard that delivers information without demanding your attention.
25 January 2026

5 Free Apple Apps Missing From Your iPhone
These 5 free Apple apps don't come pre-installed on your iPhone but are well worth downloading — from pro video tools to a hidden Wi-Fi scanner.
13 January 2026

How I Built a Minimalist Desk Setup in a Garden Office
A full tour of my minimalist desk setup in a 4x3m garden office, featuring a MacBook Pro M4, Apple Studio Display, and the gear I use daily.
28 October 2025

How I Turned a 2015 iMac 5K Into a Monitor
I converted my old 2015 iMac 5K into a working external monitor using a converter board. Here is exactly how I did it and what it cost.
3 April 2024