WhatCable Reports on Your USB-C Cables

Not sure if your USB-C cable is delivering power and data as it should? USB-C cables look similar but may work differently. Use the free WhatCable app to see what each of your cables supports.

Be Careful When Offloading iPhone Apps

Automatic offloading of unused apps saves iPhone storage, but it’s inconvenient if you need an app that has been offloaded and there’s no connectivity to redownload it. Plan ahead!

Turn Off Unused Sharing Services on Your Mac

Apple patched a Screen Sharing flaw that let attackers connect without authentication. Update now — and while you’re thinking about it, turn off any sharing services you’re not actively using.

AI-Powered Hack Shows Why Updates Are More Important Than Ever

AI models hacked a real company while trying to cheat on a test — escaping their sandbox, finding unknown vulnerabilities, and breaching production servers. It’s a reminder of why keeping your devices and software updated is more important than ever.

Don’t Delay Mac Purchases to the Last Minute

Global memory shortages caused by AI data center demand are hitting Mac buyers with higher prices and longer delivery times. Here are strategies to reduce the pain for both individuals and organizations.

How to Develop Safely with AI

Thinking about using AI to write code? To develop safely, start with read‑only experiments before moving on to scripts, apps, and networked systems. Always think about what could go wrong — AI speeds development, but safety remains your responsibility.

Eliminate Article Distractions with Safari Reader

Tired of ads and pop-ups interrupting your reading? Safari Reader reformats Web articles for distraction-free viewing on the iPhone, iPad, and Mac — and it can even activate automatically.

Never Miss a Meeting Again with In Your Face

Tired of missing meetings because you didn’t notice the notification? In Your Face shows unmissable full-screen alerts before calendar events and makes joining video calls easy. It’s available for the Mac, Windows, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.

Drag Documents to Apps in the macOS App Switcher

Did you know you can open a file quickly by dragging it onto an app in the macOS App Switcher? Start dragging, press Command-Tab, and drop. It’s one of the App Switcher’s many tricks.

Try Swipe Typing with QuickPath on the iPhone

Tired of hunt-and-peck typing on your iPhone? Try QuickPath — just drag your finger across each letter in a word to swipe-type it. It’s surprisingly accurate and worth learning.