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Macworld readers decode Apple’s ‘Spring Loaded’ invite
The search for Easter eggs and hidden messages in Apple event invitation kicked into high gear. Many of you posted your thoughts on Macworld’s Twitter and Facebook feeds and we highlight some of them here.
News Analysis
Apple's 'Spring Loaded' preview: iPads, AirTags, AirPods, and… iMacs?
The latest rumors and leaks give us some clues about what Apple might announce at its 'Spring Loaded' event on April 20.
Mac 911
Laggy performance in macOS Big Sur's Finder? Try closing tabs
While there’s no consistent pattern, a tabbed window may bog down normal Finder functions.
Feature
A Mini LED display could be the best reason to buy a new iPad Pro
Apple may start using a new backlight technology in some of its products this year. Here's what Mini LED is all about.
Deal
Add ports to your M1 MacBook with this awesome Anker USB-C hub deal
Amazon is selling the Anker USB-C hub for $36 today, the lowest price we've ever seen.
Macworld Podcast
Macworld Podcast: We predict what will happen at Apple's 'Spring Loaded' event
Apple is having an event on April 20. The Macworld staff makes their predictions on what products (and TV characters) we'll see at the event.
Mac 911
How to reveal hidden files in macOS (and hide visible ones)
A few techniques let you see files marked as hidden, whether intentionally or otherwise, and reverse their status.
News
This Apple ‘Spring Loaded’ invite theory is kinda blowing our minds
Apple's 'Spring Loaded' event invite seems like a simply play on the tagline, but there could be a lot more hiding in its illustration.
Feature
macOS 12: 10 features we expect, want, and hope to see
macOS Big Sur 11 was a big improvement. Apple can build on it to make the Mac experience even better.
News
A new iPad Pro may finally arrive as Apple sets 'Spring Loaded' event
Apple has announced that its 2021 Spring Loaded event will be held on April 20 at 10 am PT at Apple Park.
Updated
Apple’s event calendar: Apple announces 'Spring Loaded' event on April 20
When is the next Apple event? We’ll tell you what we know about Apple’s event schedule.
News
Now Siri says the spring event is April 20 and Apple may just be trolling us
After numerous rumors and false predictions, Siri has started telling people that the Apple event will be held next week.
News
Legal briefs: Senator wants to ban Apple from ever buying another company
Apple is sending its chief compliance officer to the Capitol for a hearing, a senator wants to block future mergers, and Cook has some choice words to share about Epic Games.
Updated
Get a deal on an iPhone, M1 MacBook and more at Apple’s Certified Refurbished Store
Want a new Apple device but don’t want to shell out for a full-priced version? Consider a refurbished model instead. Our FAQ and refurb deal guide can help you choose.
News Analysis
Why new Apple products might be harder to buy this year
Apple has never waited this long into a new year to announce something new. But these are difficult times.
Updated
Best iPad 2021: Wait for the Pro if you want it all
There are a lot of iPads to choose from, so we’ll help you pick the right one.
Updated
Macworld readers pick Apple CEO Tim Cook's successor
Apple CEO Tim Cook doesn’t think he’ll be the head of Apple in ten years. With that in mind, we posted this poll on our Twitter feed to you, dear reader: Who do you think should be Cook’s successor? And here are the results.
News
Weekly Apple Update: New iPads finally on the way but supply shortages cause delays
New iPad Pros should finally arrive this week, Apple expands Find My to third-party devices, and supply shortages delay some future releases.
Updated
How worried should you be about your M1 Mac’s SSD lifespan?
Users are concerned over SSD lifespan with the M1 swapping from memory under heavy loads. It’s not something to ignore, but the fact is, SSDs last a lot longer than most people think.
Mac 911