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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
Run Windows 10 on your M1 Mac with Parallels Desktop 16.5
Want to run Windows on your M1 Mac? Parallels Desktop 16.5 will let you use the Windows 10 ARM Insider Preview.
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.
Updated
iOS 14.5: Apple releases beta 8
The latest iOS update adds several welcome new features to your iPhone.
Updated
Here’s everything we know (and hope) Apple is releasing in April 2021
Here are all the products, software updates, and service updates we know (and hope) Apple will release in April 2021.
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.
Opinion
iOS 15: 10 features we expect, want, and hope to see
For all the great new features of iOS 14, we still have a lot we want from this year’s release.
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.
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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.
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Apple Watch Activity badges: Earth Day and International Dance Day challenges
Trying to snag every Activity badge? Here’s a full list of every achievement and what you need to do to get it.
Mac 911
How to maintain video resolution when sharing videos via AirDrop
In some cases, high-resolution images and videos taken on an iPhone or iPad will be downsized or downsampled en route to a Mac. Here’s how to fix it.
How-To
The ultimate Mac repair guide: Get your Mac powered on and starting up
When your Mac won’t power up or boot up, there could be a number of reasons why. We’ll take you through the steps to troubleshoot this problem so you can get up and running as soon as possible.
Opinion
Apple may have just fixed everything wrong with Apple Arcade
The addition of 30 new games is great, but it’s the big change in policy that may have just saved the service.
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Apple Arcade complete guide: Everything you need to know
Apple’s game subscription service features carefully curated games with no ads or in-app purchases.A
Mac 911
Your top questions to Mac 911—and some answers
Many people write in with similar problems. Here’s a super-FAQ to help solve the most common iOS , iCloud, and Mac issues.
Updated
9 awesome hidden iOS 14 features that will turn you into an iPhone pro
These features may require a little digging into Settings, but they’re worth it.
Updated
How to change Siri's voice
Siri has multiple voices to choose from, and even different accents.
Opinion
WWDC 21 could be the biggest Mac event in years
2020 was a big year for the Mac and WWDC21 should keep the momentum going, with new Macs and a look at the new macOS.
Feature
Master iOS 14 on your iPhone with our expert guide
Bookmark this page to quickly find all of our tips, guides, and how-tos for all the new features in iOS 14.
News