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iOS 19 will simplify connecting to captive Wi-Fi networks, like those at coffee shops, hotels and gyms, on multiple devices
Apple's iOS 19 update coming this fall will reportedly include a feature that can synchronize captive Wi-Fi access details across the iPhone, iPad and Mac.
Mac clipboard: How to strip formatting and styling to copy and paste plain text
Learn how to strip the original formatting and styling when using macOS clipboard to copy and paste plain text instead of your Mac.
Google hopes to integrate Gemini into iPhones with iOS 19
iOS 19, coming this fall, could bring support for AI models from Google's Gemini chatbot to boost the Apple Intelligence features on the iPhone, iPad and Mac.
New Smash Smash app for macOS lets users destroy their desktop for fun
You may recall back in January when we showed you a preview of an upcoming app from Festivitas developer Simon Støvring called Smash Smash that could provide endless entertainment to Mac users by letting them ‘smash’ their desktop with a virtual hammer, and now, Smash Smash is officially available for everyone.
iOS 18.4.1 fixes connection issue with wireless CarPlay
Wireless CarPlay in iOS 18.4 was causing an unknown percentage of drivers connection issues, but Apple's iOS 18.4.1 update fixes the problem.
Using a disk speed test on macOS to troubleshoot or decide when it’s time to upgrade
If you’re a techie like me, then you may on occasion have the desire to run a disk speed test for the purpose of evaluating the performance of your Mac’s storage system. Regardless of whether you’re a professional, an enthusiast, or a contemporary user, there are benefits to understanding your system’s disk speed.
CalDigit announces TS5 and TS5 Plus Thunderbolt 5 docking stations for macOS & Windows
Just this week, CalDigit announced its next-generation Thunderbolt hubs featuring support for Thunderbolt 5 – the fastest and most capable iteration of Thunderbolt to date, featuring 80Gb/s of bi-directional bandwidth and 120Gb/s of ordinary bandwidth with Bandwidth Boost. CalDigit calls its latest docks the TS5 and TS5 Plus.
macOS Sequoia 15.4 release notes: New Apple Intelligence features and more
Read the full macOS Sequoia 15.4 release notes from Apple and learn about the latest Mac features, changes and security fixes in this update.
How to display the clock with seconds on Mac
Learn how to see the time on your Mac accurately to the second with tools built into macOS, apps, widgets, screen savers, or websites for precise time tracking.
New emoji characters just hit your iPhone and other Apple devices
iOS 18.4 and other recent software updates brought new emoji, including a face with bags under the eyes, to the iPhone, iPad and other Apple devices.
Topaz Photo AI v3.6.0 brings second-generation Super Focus & Adjust Lighting models, support for more files
Topaz Photo AI, one of my favorite tools in my photo editing software suite, picked up an important update this week in the form of version 3.6.0 for both macOS and Windows machines.