TerraMaster F2-425 2-bay NAS review: Features beyond its bay count

The TerraMaster F2-425 may be a two-bay NAS, but it offers the functionality of bigger and more premium models on the market.

Mike Wuerthele 3 months ago 7

Wokyis M5 dock review: Mac Plus looks, M4 Mac mini performance

The Wokyis M5 gives your M4 Mac mini a cute retro Mac form factor, storage, a five-inch screen, and USB-A ports. What's not to like?

Mike Wuerthele 3 months ago 15

How to change the background in Messages for iOS 26 and iPadOS 26

Bring more life and personalization to your group chats, by adding backgrounds to your conversations in Messages in iOS 26 and iPadOS 26. Here's how to change yours for the better.

Malcolm Owen 3 months ago 6

KiiBoom Cybrix 29 review: Half a keyboard, all the utility

While the KiiBoom Cybrix 29 is effectively half a keyboard, it's still extremely useful for Mac owners as a macropad for shortcuts — or for gaming.

Brian Patterson 3 months ago 5

Beelink Mate mini 80Gbps Dock review: Port expansion without the bandwidth limit

Finally, a relatively inexpensive storage and ports dock for the M4 Mac mini that isn't bandwidth constrained.

Mike Wuerthele 3 months ago 13

Orico MiniPro Dock Case review: Mini Mac Pro, mini bandwidth

The Orico MiniPro Dock Case does turn your Mac mini into a cute mini Mac Pro replica, but it's not just the small size that's limiting.

Mike Wuerthele 4 months ago 3

Dell UltraSharp 32 6K Monitor review: Cross-platform productivity champion

The Dell UltraSharp 32 6K Monitor is in between the Apple Studio Display and the Apple Pro Display XDR price-wise, and is a superior choice to both in a multi-platform environment.

Mike Wuerthele 4 months ago 27

Edifier M60 speakers review: Big sound in a small package

The Edifier M60 compact desktop speakers take up very little space on your desk. But they'll claim your heart when you hook them up to your Mac for the first time.

Oliver Haslam 4 months ago 10

Belkin UltraCharge Pro 3-in-1 & travel charger review: Wired performance, wireless convenience

Belkin has launched three new 25W wireless fast chargers that are the first to support Qi2.2. I've been testing them out with the iPhone 16 Pro, and I'm shocked at how well they work.

Andrew O'Hara 4 months ago 6

Nothing Projector One review: Compact, smart, and budget-friendly

The Nothing Projector One is a compact and accessible way to watch movies on your wall, if you can live with 1080p and a bit of fan noise.

Brian Patterson 4 months ago 3

What's new with iPad app windows in iPadOS 26, and how they work

Of all the very many new features in iPadOS 26, none of them make the iPad feel so different as the very many window options. Here's what we've gained — and what we've lost.

William Gallagher 4 months ago 12

How to use or disable iOS Apple Mail's new categories feature

As of iOS 18.2, Apple's Mail app features categories to help users sort through their mail. Here's what it does, how to fine-tune it, and how to turn it off if you prefer.

Charles Martin 4 months ago 7

How to use an iPhone to take pictures of the Aurora Borealis

The biggest solar storm in 20 years will hit the Earth on January 19. 2026. Here's how to get the perfect picture of the Aurora Borealis using your iPhone.

Malcolm Owen 4 months ago 7

Mac mini, the little Mac that could, is 21 years old

It's once again a fan favorite with its new M4 version, but 21 years after Steve Jobs launched the Mac mini, it has had an extraordinary life of rave reviews — and criticism.

William Gallagher 5 months ago 18

How to bring back Launchpad on macOS Tahoe

Launchpad has been dropped in macOS Tahoe and it is either greatly missed, or dismissed with a shrug. If you're the former, there are things you can do to get it (mostly) back.

William Gallagher 5 months ago 18

Be wary of the connection between ChatGPT and Apple Health

You can now integrate Apple Health data into the ChatGPT iOS app. We don't recommend it.

Mike Wuerthele and Malcolm Owen 5 months ago 10

Apple's long game will result in a safe, secure, and ethical AI ecosystem

Despite recent headlines screaming that Apple is behind, or caving in, Siri won't be "powered" by Gemini, ChatGPT, or anything other than safe and secure Apple Foundation Models. Here's what's actually happening behind the inflammatory headlines.

Wesley Hilliard 5 months ago 29

The last Intel MacBook Air is now vintage

Apple has classified the final Intel-based MacBook Air, Apple Watch Series 5, and iPhone 11 Pro as vintage products as of December 31.

Andrew Orr 5 months ago 3

Grab Apple's M4 15-inch MacBook Air for just $999 before the year ends

Amazon's year-end MacBook Air deals continue, with the 15-inch model on sale for $999 today thanks to a $200 discount.

Christine McKee 5 months ago 0

The best Apple Home devices that launched in 2025 — tested

Apple users had a banner year when it came to new smart home devices. Of all the ones I tested, here are my favorite Apple Home-compatible ones that launched in 2025.

Andrew O'Hara 5 months ago 5

There may be something big coming to Apple Fitness+ in 2026

Without naming features or dates, a teaser shared Tuesday shifted attention back to Apple Fitness+ ahead of the new year.

Andrew Orr 5 months ago 1

How and why the famous '1984' ad was really first shown in 1983

It's the iconic Apple ad, the Ridley Scott-directed Macintosh spot that famously was shown first and once during the 1984 Super Bowl — except that's not quite true.

William Gallagher 5 months ago 4

How we worked in 2025: William's desk and wide monitor

William's desk surface hasn't changed in years, but almost everything on it has recently. From a new Mac Studio to a totally unnecessary third Stream Deck, here's how he works.

William Gallagher 5 months ago 2

Today only: Get Apple's M4 Pro Mac mini for $1,229 with bonus coupon

A year-end sale on Apple's Mac mini line discounts the standard M4 Pro spec to $1,229, thanks to a bonus in-cart coupon.

Christine McKee 5 months ago 1

Apple's cautious AI approach could pay off in 2026, report speculates

Against the backdrop of long-overdue Siri features, a new report argues that Apple's cautious AI approach could be one of its biggest advantages in 2026.

Marko Zivkovic 5 months ago 15

Andrew O'Hara's 2025 desk setup: A full studio with ample storage and power

2025 was largely a year of minimal changes in my desk setup, with most of my gear holding over from years past. There were a few upgrades though, helping to smooth out video production and media storage.

Andrew O'Hara 5 months ago 0

Ford insists it will continue to support Apple CarPlay

While some car manufacturers are turning their back on CarPlay, Ford is still committed to Apple's in-car software, and won't be shifting away anytime soon.

Malcolm Owen 5 months ago 23

Andrew's best tech in 2025: Aqara G5 Pro, 25W Qi2.2, & Anker laptop battery

Based on the ever-churning rumor mill, it sounds like 2026 is going to be a banner year for tech fans. That said, I still found a bunch of great gear in 2025 to tide me over from Apple Home devices to chargers.

Andrew O'Hara 5 months ago 4

Apple Watch 'Quit Quitting' ad spots want you to escape your sofa

Apple's latest ad spot collection urges people to "Quit Quitting," by showing Apple Watch users running away from furniture.

Malcolm Owen 5 months ago 3

Best year-end Apple deals: AirTag $19, Apple Watch Ultra 2 $549, $799 MacBook

Amazon's year-end sale is in full swing, with steeper discounts issued on Apple AirTag, the closeout Apple Watch Ultra 2, and more.

Christine McKee 5 months ago 0

Zombie Roombas still Matter to HomeKit with support upgrades

Despite the impending sale of iRobot, some Roomba models are still getting updates, with a few getting last-minute Matter support and HomeKit integration.

Malcolm Owen 5 months ago 2

Marko's best tech of 2025 — iPad Pro, and an unexpected MacBook Pro

With the holiday season finally here, it's time to talk about the tech products we found most useful in 2025. Here are my top picks of the year.

Marko Zivkovic 5 months ago 0

Amazon slashes Apple Watch Series 11 to $299 this January

If you're embarking on a new fitness journey for 2026, keep track of your steps and monitor sleep patterns with the Apple Watch Series 11, which is now on sale for $299.

Christine McKee 5 months ago 0

Limited-edition AirTags, gift cards up for grabs in Apple's New Year sale in Japan

Apple's New Year sale in Japan once again provides a limited edition AirTag to iPhone buyers, as well as a free Apple gift card.

Malcolm Owen 5 months ago 0

'Pluribus' bomb drops: studio notes changed the finale & Tim Cook's cookies

Sony and Apple thought that "Pluribus" had a dull ending, which led to a special delivery, and a promotional effort using Tim Cook's social media came under fire over an erroneous assumption about AI.

Malcolm Owen 5 months ago 17

Year-end deal: Save $400 on this M4 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro

Amazon has slashed $400 off Apple's premium M4 Max 16-inch MacBook Pro during its year-end sale, with units in stock for fast delivery.

Christine McKee 5 months ago 0

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Andrew O'Hara 5 months ago 3

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