MacLife

Mac|Life is the leading independent magazine devoted to all things Apple. For over five years, Mac|Life has helped both new and veteran users get more out of their iPhones, iPads, Macs, and more, with coverage that cuts through today's glut of apps and accessories to find what matters most. With a bright, clean design and casual tone, Mac|Life offers an easy and enjoyable way to keep up with the latest Apple trends and topics.

IGNORANCE IS NOT BLISS

THE TEAM

DoJ sues Apple • Antitrust lawsuit alleges smartphone “monopoly” illegally maintained

M–chip security flaw • Encryption vulnerability in Apple and Intel chips

Apple announces layoffs

News in brief • A bite of the Apple

Apple vs Spotify • The battle between the world’s largest music services has escalated. We take a look at what’s happening

Paying the piper

THE SHIFT • MATT BOLTON loves Apple’s commitment to pushing audiovisual formats, even if the hardware doesn’t always reflect it

LETTER OF THE MONTH

FAST FIXES FOR YOUR MAC • Is your Mac giving you trouble? These problem–solving procedures might just get it up and running again

The Golden Rule: Restart your Mac

Help! My Mac is broken! • Having problems with your computer? Follow these tips…

Useful problem – solving apps • These apps are handy for finding and fixing issues. The first three are bundled with macOS, so you already have them.

How to use Disk First Aid and Recovery

Help! I’m having file problems • Lost a file? Opening with the wrong app? We solve all this and more

Help! How do I back up my Mac? • It’s always wise to back up regularly, but what if you have problems?

Help! I’m having iCloud issues • Like your Mac, iCloud just works, but some problems can occur

Help! What’s up with my network? • Is your Mac having trouble on your home network? Try these tricks

Help! My accessories won’t work • Hardware peripherals can cause issues. Here’s how to fix your kit

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Create engaging slideshows • The latest Keynote update has a bunch of exciting new features

Take control of the menu bar • End the menu bar nightmare once and for all with Bartender 5

Work with HDR images • Edit and share HDR images (and videos) with Pixelmator Pro 3.5 Flare

Detect objects, text and people • Go beyond simply taking a closer look at stuff

Make your iPhone more secure • Stop ne’er–do–wells accessing your iPhone

Quickly capture your best ideas with Funnel • Manage your thoughts in a flash

Make home cooking easy • Take control of your cooking and keep track of all your recipes

Make your iPad smarter • Your iPad becomes a time–saving personal assistant thanks to ChatGPT

Solid–state sound • A new silicon–based audio tech aims to replace old–fashioned headphones

ASK • TECH SUPPORT & TECHSPLANATIONS

Mac Hardware • We’re here to help solve your hardware issues

macOS • Shine a spotlight on the solutions to your most irritating Mac problems

Create your dream smart home • How to equip your house with the best smart home tech and upgrade your security, entertainment, and comfort

Lighting, blinds & curtains • Manual control? Pah! It’s time to get smart…

Home security & comfort

Multi–room audio & video • Boom! Shake the room with these home entertainers

Keep your old Mac running • Get that Mac out of the attic and fire it up, or you’ll never know what it’s capable of!

Boot from an external drive • How to bring your...