Apple breaks the Mac App Store for macOS Sierra users
A back end change to the Mac App Store appears to have shut out users of macOS Sierra and older versions, blocking not just purchases, but also downloads of software already bought.
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William Gallagher
How using a VPN can help you see location restricted content
One of the best VPNs for Mac will not only protect your data, but it also helps you avoid location-based restrictions. Here's how you can watch more TV shows and sports events.
Malcolm Owen
Apple Silicon & Intel Macs can play classic games with the help of Mac Source Ports
If you're looking to play classic games on a modern Apple Silicon Mac, then Mac Source Ports can likely make it happen. Here's what the website offers and why it's worth checking out.
Marko Zivkovic
Apple Silicon M5 chips are probably in mass production now
South Korean media claims that Apple Silicon M5 chips are in mass production, which makes a lot of sense considering that the first devices that will use them are expected ship before the end of 2025.
Mike Wuerthele
How to install and use the beta VirtualBox for Apple Silicon Macs
VirtualBox is now available for Apple Silicon-based Macs, although with spotty x86 support. Here's how to use it.
Chip Loder
New macOS malware disguises itself as Chrome & Zoom installers
North Korean hackers are using fake job offers and disguised app updates to sneak malware onto Macs, and while Apple's latest XProtect update blocks some threats, others are still slipping through.
Andrew Orr
Cybercriminals are using AI to target macOS in 2025
Cybercriminals are upping their game in 2025 with smarter AI and stealthier ransomware targeting Mac users, leaving defenders scrambling to keep up.
Apple fixes bug that stopped utilities making bootable backups
Mac utility app SuperDuper! will no longer always fail to make a bootable backup because of a bug in macOS Sequoia — but Apple's fix doesn't remove all problems.
Apple moves to open-source, unify Swift component across platforms
Apple has made the build system in its high-level programming language Swift — used by llbuild, the Swift Package Manager and Swift Playground — officially open source.
Charles Martin
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Amber Neely
