watchOS 9 Tips and Tricks
How Apple Watch low power mode works, and what it turns off
Low Power Mode is in watchOS 9, extending the battery life of the Apple Watch by reducing overall power usage. Here's how to activate it, and what it turns off.Latest comparisons
M2 Pro Mac mini vs Mac Pro - compared
The Mac Pro is still available as the Mac to switch to Apple Silicon. The powerful M2 Pro Mac mini is now out, and it gives the tower a run for its money.
M2 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro vs M2 13-inch MacBook Pro
Apple added powerful new M2 Pro and M2 Max chips to the 14-inch MacBook Pro. Here's how it compares to the 2022 13-inch MacBook Pro with M2.
2023 16-inch MacBook Pro vs 2021 MacBook Pro - compared
Apple has added powerful new M2 Pro and M2 Max chips to the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro. Here's how they stack up versus the M1 Max and M1 Pro models.
M2 Pro Mac mini vs Mac Studio - compared
The M2 Pro Mac mini bridges the gap between entry-level and high-end. Here's how it compares to the baseline Mac Studio.
M2 Mac mini vs M1 Mac mini - compared
On January 17, Apple refreshed its Mac mini with the M2 Apple Silicon processor — and more. Here's how the new M2 and M2 Pro models compare to the 2020 M1 Mac mini.
Latest Videos
The best Thunderbolt 4 docks and hubs you can buy for your Mac
If you're looking for Thunderbolt 4-compatible hubs and docks so that you can add more connectivity to your Mac, we've curated some of the best docking and port-expanding accessories currently on the market.
Why the new Mac mini is the perfect home & family computer
The just-released Mac mini looks unexciting from the exterior with its years-old design — but don't let that fool you. This unassuming Mac is a steal with surprising performance.
CES Hands On: The best smart home gear coming in 2023
At the 2023 CES, we went hands on with some of the best smart home products to launch outside of Apple's HomeKit ecosystem.
Hands on: best HomeKit gear announced so far in 2023
We went hands-on with all of the new smart home products that work with Apple HomeKit so far this year, trying out everything from smart lights to wall-mounted controllers.
Hands on with all the best Apple accessories at CES 2023
There was a lot to see that works with your iPhone at the 2023 CES. Here's what we loved.
Latest tips
Best file compression apps for macOS and iOS
File compression on the Mac has been around since nearly as long has the line itself has. Here are our top picks for squeezing files down as small as they can go on macOS and iOS.
How to open links in Apple Maps instead of Google Maps
So, you prefer Apple Maps, but everybody else uses Google Maps. But, there are ways to open Google Maps links in Apple Maps — here's how.
Best bags for MacBook Pro in 2023
Your MacBook Pro is a daily workhorse, so carrying it in a protective bag that fits your lifestyle makes good sense. Here are the best laptop bags to consider, whether your routine involves crowded subways or the great outdoors.
How to add student ID to Wallet in iOS 16
In participating colleges and universities, students can add IDs to the Wallet app on iPhone and Apple Watch. Here's how to do it.
How to start a workout with your voice on Apple Watch
Tracking workout performance is a highlight feature of the Apple Watch. However, starting a workout with your hands is not always possible. Here's how to do it.
Latest Reviews
Twelve South BookBook for MacBook Review: Fun and Functional
Twelve South's BookBook for MacBook is a simple and durable leather laptop case that visually impresses with a leather-bound book appearance.
Nomad High Volta accessories review: Help your iPhone & Apple Watch stand out
Nomad has just launched a new, eye-catching color for its Sport Case and Sport Band. We put them to the test with our iPhone and Apple Watch.
Mac mini with M2 review: More power for less money
The second Apple Silicon Mac mini has arrived two years after the line first migrated, and with the M2 processor, it remains the best computer for switchers, and for the computer as appliance crowd.
Apple Fitness+ review: Two years later, barely treads water
Apple Fitness+ joined the workout streaming movement in December 2020. It's a good start, but it is barely afloat next to shiny competitors brimming with personality in an ever-shifting online fitness market.
Cherry KW 9100 Slim review: Too-generic wireless keyboard
The Cherry KW 9100 Slim is a full-sized Bluetooth Mac keyboard that claims to be a low-budget alternative to a Magic Keyboard.