This free app fixes the worst part of two-factor authentication
Two-factor authentication (2FA) is one of those things we all know we should use—even if it feels like a hassle. Yeah, it’s a tiny bit annoying in the moment, but it’s a whole lot less…
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Apple’s succession crisis is all part of the plan
Apple’s high-level employees keep leaving. While some might consider this a troubling state of affairs, given that the departures of talented people can be both the cause and effect of low morale at a company,…
Macworld Podcast: What to expect from Apple in 2026, part 2
Apple could release some major products that change how we think about the iPhone and MacBook Pro. Here’s what to expect in the second half of 2026. This is episode 966 with Michael Simon, Jason Cross, and Roman Loyola.…
Macworld Podcast: What to expect from Apple in 2026, part 1
2026 could be one of the most memorable years in Apple’s history. Here’s what to expect from Apple in the first half of the year. This is episode 965 with Michael Simon, Jason Cross, and Roman Loyola. Tune…
The iPhone is the least exciting part of the iPhone event
In eight days, we’ll get our first official look at the new iPhone, with, very likely, the sort of anticlimactic disappointment that only comes after lengthy anticipation. Like each of its predecessors, the iPhone 17…
CyberLink Photo Director 365 review: Smarter photo editing with AI
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Editing is faster with AI and automation Easy-to-use wizards Cons Limited control in some AI-generated graphics Our Verdict The new AI in CyberLink Photo Director 365 helps achieve results…
AirPods to get live translation feature as part of iOS 19 update
According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, who has a great track record for this sort of information, Apple is planning to update AirPods to offer live translation later this year. The feature will come as part…
Real-time Linux is officially part of the kernel after decades of debate
Enlarge / Cutting metal with lasers is hard, but even harder when you don’t know the worst-case timings of your code. Getty Images As is so often the case, a notable change in an upcoming…
These features won’t be part of iOS 18 when it launches this fall
There are big, big things coming to iOS 18. You’ll be able to customize your iPhone like never before, every app gets good quality-of-life updates, and of course, Apple Intelligence permeates the entire system (if…
Do you really need a VPN as part of your antivirus software?
Modern antivirus programs aren’t just antivirus tools. They’re often big security suites, bundling additional security features along with malware protection. Many of the best antivirus suites we recommend include a built-in virtual private network (VPN)…