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A20 Pro Chip: What 2nm Means for the iPhone 18 Pro
The A20 Pro chip in the iPhone 18 Pro moves to TSMC's 2nm process. Here's what that means for speed and battery, and how it differs from the A19 Pro.
18 July 2026
Mac Studio M5: Release Date, Specs and What to Expect
The Mac Studio M5 is now expected around October 2026 with M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips. The latest on release date, specs, RAM and prices.
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: The Full Release Lineup
From the iPhone 18 Pro and first foldable iPhone to M5 Macs, a new Home Hub and Apple TV - every product Apple is still tipped to launch in 2026.
3 July 2026
iPhone 18 Pro and the First Foldable iPhone: Everything Pointing to 8 September
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman tips an 8 September debut for the iPhone 18 Pro and Apple's first foldable iPhone. The likely date, design and price, explained.
2 July 2026
Wispr Flow Alternative: Why I Cancelled It for FluidVoice (Free Mac App)
After dictating 44,414 words in Wispr Flow, I switched to FluidVoice: a free, open source, on-device Wispr Flow alternative for Mac.
29 June 2026
Apple Mac & iPad Price Increase 2026: What Went Up (and What Didn't)
Apple's Mac and iPad price increase is here, blamed on a global memory shortage. What went up, what didn't, and whether to buy now.
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
Apply LUTs to ProRAW on iPhone Without Lightroom
How to apply LUTs and presets to ProRAW photos on iPhone, on-device in Display P3, without a 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
Apple Intelligence & Siri Delayed in the EU: What iOS 27 Loses
The Siri AI EU delay is official: iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 will ship without Apple's new assistant in Europe. Here is what you'll miss.
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 at WWDC 2026: What Apple Showed, What It Didn't
Siri AI is official. Apple's rebuilt assistant, the new app, the EU and China gaps, and what it all means for your iPhone, unpacked from WWDC 2026.
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 drops Intel Mac support. Here's who's affected, why macOS Tahoe is the last Intel release, and what to do before autumn 2026.
4 June 2026
Apple Business Manager: The Plain-English Guide (2026)
Apple Business Manager is Apple's free portal for setting up and managing iPhones, iPads and Macs at work. Here's what it does and how to start.
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 Get 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: Why the £599 Model Is Gone
Apple has discontinued the £599 Mac mini, pushing entry to £799. Here's what the Mac mini price increase means and why it happened.
5 May 2026
Apple Vision Pro Is Dead: Why the M5 Refresh Flopped (2026)
Apple has all but abandoned the Vision Pro after the M5 refresh failed to revive interest. Here's what the pivot to smart glasses means.
1 May 2026
Apple Is Reportedly Debating Whether to Drop 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 Apple's £599 Mac Worth It?
My MacBook Neo review - is Apple's £599 laptop the real deal? Here's what the A18 Pro chip delivers and where Apple made cuts.
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