Safari’s Compact Tab Bar Returns in macOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4

Those who have been missing Safari’s compact tab bar are in luck — it’s back as of macOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4. The compact tab bar is a welcome way to save vertical space for content.

Speed Up Mac and iOS Typing with Text Expansion

Tired of typing the same email address, phone number, or tricky words over and over? Text expansion on Mac and iOS can save you keystrokes every day.

Never Run AppleScripts from Untrusted Sources

Attackers are now using fake websites to open Script Editor with pre-filled malicious scripts. Never run an AppleScript from any source you don’t completely trust!

Choose Default Apps for File Types in iOS 26 and iPadOS 26

iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 finally let you choose which app opens your files — just like on the Mac. Here’s how to use Open With and set new defaults in the Files app.

Backups: Trust but Verify

Don’t just trust your backups — verify them. Each quarter, restore a few files from Time Machine, your clone, or your cloud backup, and make sure they open correctly. Silent failures happen; test restores prevent nasty surprises.

Charge Your MacBook with the Right Power Adapter

Lost your MacBook charger? Don’t grab just any USB power adapter — using one that’s too weak can result in no charging, glacial charging, or battery drain while you work. Here’s the minimum wattage you need for each MacBook model.

How to Display Contacts with Last Names First

Want to display your contacts with the last name shown first? Here’s how to configure your iPhone, iPad, and Mac to display “Anderson, Andy” instead of “Andy Anderson.”

Pay for Apple TV+ Annually to Avoid the Recent Monthly Price Increase

Apple has raised the price of an Apple TV+ monthly subscription to $12.99. However, if you plan to keep the subscription active for the entire year, you can save $56 by switching to the $99 yearly plan.

When to Trust AI Tech Answers (And When to Call Us)

When should you trust an AI chatbot’s tech advice? Learn when chatbots can help with basic issues and when it’s time to call a professional for more complex problems.

Blood Oxygen Monitoring Returns to Recent US Apple Watches with Software Updates

Apple restored blood oxygen monitoring on recent US Apple Watch models through a creative workaround that processes and displays data on the iPhone instead of the watch. Here’s how to get it working again.