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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.

EXCITING TIMES AHEAD

New M4–based Macs • Apple announces updated iMac and all–new Mac mini

How green is your AI? • Artificial Intelligence has a sustainability problem — we find out why

THE SHIFT • JOHN–ANTHONY DISOTTO With not much to show between new releases, is it time for Apple to consider an irregular iPhone upgrade cycle?

iPadOS 18 tips, tricks, & secrets • iPadOS 18 makes your iPad smarter, smoother and even more you. Here’s what’s new

Customize your slideshows • How to create a customizable and shareable slideshow in Photos

Record sounds on Mac • Record different sound sources with QuickTime Player and Audio Hijack

Work with Versions in Keynote • Revert to previously saved versions of documents in iWork apps

Use the Apple Maps website • Apple Maps is finally available as a website — albeit in beta form

Learn new creative skills • Get creative and have fun in your spare time with Skillshare

Enter podcast paradise with Overcast • Perfect your podcast listening with this app

Improve your sleep routine • Tackle the urge to use your iPhone in the dead of night by building healthy sleep habits

Master accessibility on Apple Watch • Your Apple Watch is packed with features to make everything easier

Mesh shaders & ray tracing • The key technologies for the future of games on Apple devices

ASK • TECH SUPPORT & TECHSPLANATIONS

The ultimate Christmas gift guide • Spoil yourself and your loved ones this holiday season by treating them to some great gadgets

RISE OF THE ROBOTS • Apple robots are set to revolutionize the smart home

iPhone 16 • Apple Intelligence-ready smartphone for the rest of us

Apple Watch Series 10 • Slimmer design with an even bigger display

AirPods 4 • Apple’s most affordable AirPods remain a brilliant buy

Wispr Flow • The power of AI dictation for DMs, documents and Discord

reMarkable 2, Marker Plus & Type Folio • A paper–like experience from a tablet

Elgato Key Light Neo • Spruce up your video calls

Edifier D32 Tabletop Wireless Speaker • A stylish and versatile home speaker

The Star Named EOS • A trip down memory lane

Adobe Premiere Elements 2025 • Create eye–catching videos for sharing on social media

Best of the best • Can’t find the hardware or app you’re looking for in our reviews section? Then check in here — we’ve highlighted the best in every major category, as voted for by us

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