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Happy birthday, Apple! We're celebrating 50 years of Apple with a look back on some of our favorite products, coverage, and interviews.

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Happy birthday, Apple! We're celebrating 50 years of Apple with a look back on some of our favorite products, coverage, and interviews.

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Apple Expands This Location-Focused Privacy Feature to More Users

If you have a newer, lower-end iPhone, you may be able to stop your carrier from knowing your exact location. But the feature still isn’t supported by most US carriers.

By Will McCurdy
iPhone 17e

I Can't Believe These 12 macOS Features Still Don't Exist in 2026

I've been reviewing macOS for decades, and these missing features are starting to feel inexcusable.

By Edward Mendelson
macOS workdmark on a wavy background with the apple logo

18 Handy Apple Messages Features You Should Already Be Using

From customizing messages to securing them with end-to-end encryption, the latest version of Apple's OS kicks in several helpful new features for Messages. Here’s how to tap into them all.

By Lance Whitney
25 Cool Tricks for Using Apple Messages

Don't Stop at the MacBook. Why Apple Needs a 'Neo' Line of Lower-Cost Devices

COMMENTARY: Apple Watch Neo and iPad Neo have a nice ring to them, but a few other products could also benefit from a budget-friendly 'Neo' rebrand.

By Tyler Hayes
Apple Watch SE 3 and iPad shown with tweaked colors

How Smart Is Apple Intelligence? I Tried Every Feature, and Here's the Verdict

From writing tools to visual intelligence to a revamped Siri, I break down Apple's full suite of AI features to tell you what's worth using.

By Ruben Circelli
Apple Keeps Pushing Apple Intelligence, But What Exactly Is It and Is It Worth Using?

Your Carrier Is Selling Your Location Data. Change These iPhone Settings to Stop It

Did you know you can limit how much precise location data you share with your mobile carrier? Here's exactly how to tweak your iPhone settings to optimize your privacy.

By Jason Cohen
points on a map

Android vs. iPhone: Which OS Dominates in the 2026 Smartphone War?

The walls are coming down, but which side of the fence is better? We pit Apple and Google against each other across 14 essential categories to see who truly rules the smartphone space.

By Gabriel Zamora
Android vs. iOS

Latest iOS 27 Rumor Tips Major Design Overhaul For the Camera App

Users will reportedly be able to swap out existing controls and add a new row of settings, known as widgets.

By Jibin Joseph
iPhone 17 with a railway track in the background

Think You Know Your iPhone? Check Out These 109 Hidden Tricks

That iPhone in your hand is incredibly powerful. Unlock its full potential with these next-level tweaks.

By Eric Griffith
Collage of person smiling into iPhone, layered with multiple iPhones portraying different functions

iOS 26.5 Is Here With End-to-End Encrypted RCS. Here's What Else You Get

Also on tap are improvements to Liquid Glass and keyboard accuracy, among other things.

By Jibin Joseph
Apple's Messages app icon next to Safari app on an iPhone display

Miss the Classic iOS Look? Here's How to Strip Away the Liquid Glass Clutter

A 'Reduce Brightness' setting aims to make the transparency features less intrusive, but there are a few other ways to tone down Liquid Glass.

By Lance Whitney
liquid glass theme on iphone

Apple May Tweak Liquid Glass With macOS 27 to Improve Readability

Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports the user interface will be refined for visibility in the next update.

By James Peckham
The MacBook Neo running macOS 26

Is the $599 MacBook Neo Too Good to Last?

Rumors suggest Apple may be rethinking its MacBook Neo lineup amid the global memory crisis, dropping the cheaper 256GB option and prioritizing the 512GB configuration.

By James Peckham
The MacBook Neo rear in its Citrus color

Apple Now Requires Proof You're a Student, Teacher to Get Discounts

Previously, you only had to provide ID for in-store purchases, but you'll now need to verify via Unidays that you attend or work for a school to get education deals on Apple's website.

By James Peckham
Someone carrying Mac products in a city

Apple's AirPods With Cameras Reportedly Move Closer to Production

They aren’t meant to snap pictures or record videos. Instead, they'll act as eyes for Siri.

By Jibin Joseph
AirPods Pro 3

Apple Reportedly Running Out of A18 Pro Chips for MacBook Neo

Due to growing demand, Apple has reportedly asked suppliers to double Neo's production, and it may need a new batch of A18 Pro processors from TSMC.

By Jibin Joseph
MacBook Neo in four different color options

The Best Video Editing Software for Macs in 2026

We test a multitude of video editing apps, evaluating their ease of use, capabilities, rendering speed, and more. These are the best choices for making movies or viral videos on your Mac.

By Michael Muchmore
A person sitting at a laptop editing a video

Hey Apple, I Don't Want a Galaxy Z Fold Clone, I Want a Colorful 'iPhone Flip' Instead

Apple often woos big spenders with its most powerful iPhones, but I say it's more likely to score a major hit by chasing younger people with an affordable, fun, and bright flip phone that can unseat Motorola and Samsung's offerings.

By Florence Ion
Motorola Razr Ultra

The Best Apple Watch for 2026

Torn between the Apple Watch Series 11, Ultra 3, and Watch SE 3? We've tested each one to help you find the perfect match for staying connected and crushing your fitness goals.

By Andrew Gebhart
Apple Watch 2025 lineup

The Best Mac Antivirus Software for 2026

Despite what you may have heard, your Apple computer isn't immune to malware. We've tested the top programs to identify the best antivirus protection for Macs.

By Neil J. Rubenking
The Best Mac Antivirus