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Amazing free animated screen savers for Mac with moving scenes

Sandy Writtenhouse ∙ Updated April 15, 2022

At iDB, we offer up some terrific wallpapers for your devices. Our Jim Gresham continually finds the best backgrounds for all tastes and preferences. So if you’re in the market for a cool screen saver to go along with your awesome wallpaper, this list is for you.

We’ve assembled some of the best free animated screen savers for Mac. Whether you step away from your computer for a few minutes or just let that screen saver pop up so you can relax for a bit, check out these amazing moving screen saver options. And as a bonus, some double as wallpapers too!

Twelve South StayGo USB-C Hub is keeping me connected while working from home

Jim Gresham ∙ April 27, 2020

If you listened to the iDB podcast Let's Talk iOS episode 338, you heard me talk about the ways I continue to increase my work from home (WFH) efficiency, during this shelter in place order. Taking stock of my situation, I realized I missed a key component to the setup: a solid USB-C hub. Digging around the possibilities, I came upon the StayGo USB-C hub by Twelve South. They make quality products that I've tested before, and I decided to give it a 'Go.' It's going very well.

Verizon says it won’t charge late fees or disconnect postpaid customers disrupted by coronavirus through June 30

Evan Selleck ∙ April 27, 2020

These are troubling times for a lot of people all across the globe, and many companies have stepped up in an effort to help their customers. Verizon is doing just that by announcing a couple of changes.

10 tips and tricks for new iPhone SE owners

Christian Zibreg ∙ April 27, 2020

With the new iPhone SE a reality, folks who haven't owned an iPhone in years are sharing their tips for using the handset. We've rounded up a few common tips we think new iPhone SE customers will love. Watch our hands-in video walkthrough and learn something new today!

WhatsApp now supports group video calls with up to eight people

Evan Selleck ∙ April 27, 2020

Not too long ago, Facebook announced "Messenger Rooms", a brand new way for folks to enjoy group video calls with the social network.

HBO Max will fully support the Apple TV app at launch

Evan Selleck ∙ April 27, 2020

WarnerMedia's upcoming premium video streaming service, HBO Max, launches on May 27. And now we know that Apple's device will support the service at launch.

Halide and Spectre updates enable iPhone SE Portrait mode for inanimate objects and pets

Christian Zibreg ∙ April 27, 2020

The powerful Halide Camera app for iPhone, as well as the long-exposure Spectre app from the same developers, have been refreshed on the App Store with some cool new features bringing depth-of-field photography support for pets and inanimate objects to the new iPhone SE.

App Store Search Ads expand to Russia

Evan Selleck ∙ April 27, 2020

Apple has expanded availability of App Store Search Ads, making it possible for developers to promote their apps within the digital storefront by another means.

iPhone SE (2020) unboxing and color comparison: White vs. Black vs. PRODUCT(RED)

Christian Zibreg ∙ April 27, 2020

Apple's new $399 iPhone SE smartphone landed last Friday as its most powerful inexpensive handset, with reviewers and reports from early adopters suggesting that the Cupertino tech giant potentially has a massive hit on its hands. With that in mind, we thought we'd compare each color of the new handset and, of course, film the entire unboxing experience.

iPhone 12 may see mass production delayed by a month, but will reportedly still launch this year

Evan Selleck ∙ April 27, 2020

Another day, another rumor regarding Apple's plans for mass production for its upcoming iPhone 12 lineup.

How to switch between software and hardware iOS keyboard like Magic Keyboard on on the fly

Christian Zibreg ∙ April 27, 2020

With an external (hardware) keyboard like the Magic Keyboard connected to your iPad, the onscreen (software) keyboard doesn’t appear. Apple in its wisdom does allow you to switch between the hardware and software keyboard, but it could have definitely done a better job surfacing that feature for average users who may be unaware it even exists in the firsts place. Follow along with our step-by-step tutorial to learn how to quickly switch your iPad keyboard between the stock iOS keyboard and your Magic Keyboard or any other physical iPad keyboard.

How to enable accessibility options on Mac’s login screen

Sandy Writtenhouse ∙ Updated October 15, 2025

Learn how to enable accessibility options on your Mac login screen if you or another user needs these accessibility features while getting into the computer or user account.