Mac Apps

How to use AI-powered templates in the Luminar image editor [sponsor]

Sponsored Post ∙ January 24, 2021

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The best free apps for creating podcasts on Mac

Sandy Writtenhouse ∙ December 16, 2020
Podcast creator apps for Mac - Spreaker Studio

If you want to get into podcasting, then you need to start with a recording tool. And if you’re a true beginner, then you may not know exactly which features you want in that tool yet. Before you spend money on an app that you end up wishing you hadn’t later, why not look at some free podcasting apps for Mac?

With a free app, you can check out features, see which ones you like and which you don’t, and then continue with it or upgrade to find more robust. To help you start your own show, here are some terrific free Mac apps for creating podcasts.

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Guide to using the improved Maps app on macOS Big Sur

Sandy Writtenhouse ∙ December 9, 2020
Updated Maps on Mac Big Sur

The Apple Maps app received nice enhancements with iOS 14 and iPadOS 14. So of course, Apple introduced some of these new features for Maps on macOS Big Sur. In addition, the app has a slightly different appearance and navigation.

Whether you just picked up your first Mac or upgraded to the new OS, we’ll guide you through using the updated Maps app on Mac.

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The best free diagram apps for Mac

Sandy Writtenhouse ∙ December 8, 2020
ClickCharts Fishbone Diagram on Mac

You’ll find plenty of diagram apps for Mac; they come in all shapes and sizes. Tools like OmniGraffle 7 and Diagrams are great options if you’re going to create diagrams regularly and don’t mind spending a few bucks. And of course, online diagram makers like Lucidchart and Cacoo are also terrific, if you don’t mind a web-based tool.

But if you only plan to make a diagram occasionally and want a downloadable app so you can work offline, what are your options? We’ve listed some of the best free diagram apps for Mac available on the App Store. This lets you use a tool at no charge, before you spend your cash, and without an internet connection.

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