7 macOS Tahoe features you might have missed (but need to try)
The macOS Tahoe update was one of the biggest changes to Apple’s Mac operating system in years. Not only did we get an entirely new look and feel in the form of Liquid Glass, but…
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This macOS Tahoe 26.1 setting will eliminate embarrassing Clipboard mishaps
When Apple released macOS Tahoe about two months ago, one of its marquee features was an enhanced Spotlight that finally allowed for access to the Clipboard history. When you open Spotlight (Command+space bar, or click…
The macOS Tahoe 26.1 beta changed the Macintosh HD icon, but it still looks wrong
Among the many iconic changes in macOS Tahoe is the icon used for the Mac’s internal storage. Since Macs no longer use hard drives, the hard drive icon in macOS Sequoia and older isn’t accurate.…
How to customize folders in macOS Tahoe: Emojis, colors, and more
For the longest time, Mac folder personalization was primarily limited to adding a name, tag, and custom icon. While you could tweak the look further through unofficial means, the default methods were quite restrained. With…
macOS Gatekeeper review: Can Apple’s free antivirus defend a Mac from malware
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros macOS’ Gatekeeper and XProtect functions work well together to block or quarantine the most obvious malware and throw up multiple warning prompts before harmful software can be installed. Good…
Macworld Podcast: iOS 26, macOS Tahoe, Liquid Glass, and what to expect
The newest versions of Apple’s operating systems are now officially available. On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about what to expect from iOS 26, macOS Tahoe, iPadOS 26, and more. This is…
M3 Ultra Mac Studio owners are reporting problems installing macOS Tahoe
When Apple releases major updates to its operating systems, we here at Macworld usually advise people to hold off for a few days before installing, just in case. Though this time, following the release of…
How to change the icon of a macOS storage device
Apple hides some of its best features through obscurity, not intentionally. For many years, you have been able to select and change the icon for any file, folder, volume, or drive. But it’s a multi-step…
Security updates released in iOS 18.7, macOS Sequoia 15.7, and Sonoma 14.8
Apple has released iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe, but it will still update the operating systems they replace. In fact, Apple on Monday released iOS 18.7, macOS Sequoia 15.7, and macOS Sonoma 14.8. The updates…
ChillyHell malware continues to go undetected on macOS, according to Jamf
Jamf Threat Labs has released a new report on Mac malware. Dubbed ChillyHell, the malware was first discovered in 2021 and privately reported by cybersecurity firm Mandiant in 2023. This past May, Jamf spotted a…