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1st Beta of macOS Tahoe 26.5 & iOS 26.5 Released for Testing

Apple has issued the first beta versions of iOS 26.5, MacOS Tahoe 26.5, and iPadOS 26.5, for users who are participating in the developer beta programs for Apple system software. The new versions of beta system software don’t include any major new features thus far, except for laying the groundwork for including advertisements in Apple ... Read More
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How to Downgrade from MacOS Tahoe to MacOS Sequoia

macOS Tahoe 26 has been a controversial release of MacOS system software, mostly due to it’s completely redesigned interface built around what Apple calls Liquid Glass, which has a new look, but includes some major usability and legibility issues. Tahoe is also just buggier and less refined than other Mac operating systems like Sequoia. Accordingly, ... Read More
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PSA: iOS 26.4 Age Verification in UK Fails for Some, Leading to Device Restrictions

If you’re an iPhone user in the UK, you might want to hold off on the latest iOS 26.4 update for a bit, as many UK users are reporting problems with the new mandatory online Age Verification system that is included in the latest versions of iOS. Failures and issues with the age verification system ... Read More
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Older Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad Models Get Updates: iOS 18.7.7, watchOS 8.8.2, watchOS 5.3.10

Apple has released software updates for various older Apple devices, some of which are simple security patches that include important fixes to potential exploits, while others allow continued usage of core features like iCloud, iMessages, and FaceTime. These updates arrive as iOS 18.7.7, iPadOS 18.7.7, iOS 18.7.7, watchOS 8.8.2, and watchOS 5.3.10. Specifically, older Apple ... Read More
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How to Access Portrait Camera Mode in iOS 26 on iPhone

Camera app received a dramatic redesign with iOS 26, and many iPhone users have found that the new interface is confusing, leading them to believe that some prominent features of iPhone Camera have been removed. For example, many iPhone users running iOS 26 now think Portrait Mode camera has been removed or is no longer ... Read More
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Release Candidate of macOS Tahoe 26.4 & iOS 26.4 Released for Testing

Apple has issued a release candidate build of iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, and macOS Tahoe 26.4, to users who are participating in the beta testing program for Apple system software. The RC (release candidate) build typically matches the final release version, unless any critical bugs or issues are discovered, and usually marks the end of ... Read More
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Security Improvement Update for macOS Tahoe 26.3.1(a) & iOS 26.3.1(a) Released

Apple has released what they are calling a β€œSecurity Improvement” as a software update for macOS Tahoe 26.3.1, iOS 26.3.1, and iPadOS 26.3.1. The update, err, improvement, is being labeled as macOS Tahoe 26.3.1 (a), macOS 26.3.2 (a), iOS 26.3.1 (a), and iPadOS 26.3.1 (a), and though it installs just like a software update, you ... Read More
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How to Set the Primary Display on macOS Tahoe, Sequoia, or Sonoma

Using multiple displays with a Mac is a very common setup, whether that’s using a larger external monitor with a laptop, or running a multi-display desktop setup. It’s well known that large screens and external displays can really boost some peoples productivity, and one way to further improve your multi-screen Mac setup is by choosing ... Read More
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How to Clean Install MacOS Sequoia

A clean install of macOS Sequoia installs the operating system onto a freshly erased Mac, removing all existing data, settings, and even the previous MacOS versions from the Mac. This approach is sometimes preferred by advanced users who want a completely fresh start, are troubleshooting persistent system issues, or simply want to run MacOS Sequoia ... Read More
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Enjoy the 3 New iPhone 17e Default Wallpapers

The new iPhone 17e features a new set of default wallpapers, as is customary with new iPhone models from Apple. This time around Apple has come up with three different wallpapers, for each color of iPhone 17e; black, silver, pink. The wallpapers themselves look like overlapping glass arranged in an overlapping ring pattern, giving a ... Read More
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Fix Bluetooth Mouse or Keyboard Disconnecting in MacOS Tahoe

Some Mac users have noticed an annoying issue with recent MacOS updates (including both MacOS Tahoe and Sequoia) where Bluetooth accessories like a mouse or keyboard randomly disconnect, briefly stop responding, or disconnect for 10-30 seconds and then reconnect leading to lengthy lags in using the cursor or keyboard. Some users even report that some ... Read More
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MacOS Tahoe 26.3.2 Released for MacBook Neo

Apple has released MacOS Tahoe 26.3.2 as a software update specifically and only for the all-new MacBook Neo. This makes the MacOS 26.3.2 update a day-one update for the Mac, and should therefore be installed right away for any new MacBook Neo owner. This update is not available for any other Mac. The update apparently ... Read More
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How to Make a MacOS Sequoia USB Boot Installer Drive

If you’re a Mac user planning on performing a clean install MacOS Sequoia, or you’d like to have a MacOS Sequoia boot drive for troubleshooting reasons, then you’ll find that creating a bootable installer drive for macOS Sequoia is useful to have on hand. Making bootable install disks is a little technical in that it ... Read More
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4th Beta of macOS Tahoe 26.4 & iOS 26.4 Released for Testing

Apple is marching along with beta releases, now issuing the fourth beta of iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, and macOS Tahoe 26.4, for anyone participating in the beta testing programs for Apple system software. The newest betas of macOS Tahoe 26.4, ipadOS 26.4, and iOS 26.4 include a few new emoji icons including Bigfoot, support for ... Read More
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β€œDevice Added to Your Account” Message on iPhone, iPad, or Mac? Here’s What To Do

Some iPhone, iPad, and Mac users may have noticed a message that appears suddenly on their device that reads something like this; β€œDevice Added to Your Account – An iPhone/Mac/iPad now has access to FaceTime. If you don’t recognize this device you can remove it in System Settings.” Getting this notification out of the blue ... Read More
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Grab the 4 MacBook Neo Default Wallpapers

MacBook Neo is available in four color options, and each color choice also has a color matched default wallpaper that if you look carefully kind of spells out β€œMac”. And while the MacBook Neo is already a popular Mac for it’s colorful enclosures and impressive price tag, you don’t necessarily need to buy a MacBook ... Read More
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M5 MacBook Air & M5 Pro MacBook Pro Released by Apple

Apple has released spec-bumps to the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro lineup, bringing all of the laptops into the M5 chip world, with faster memory and storage. Additionally, the company has released two new 27β€³ Apple Studio Display models. The updated Macs include nice new internal specs and options but are not redesigned, so the ... Read More
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3rd Beta of macOS Tahoe 26.4, ipadOS 26.4, & iOS 26.4 Released for Testing

Apple has released the third beta versions of iOS 26.4, iPadOS2 26.4, and macOS Tahoe 26.4, for users enrolled in the beta testing programs for Apple system software. The last beta was released a week ago, and the prior a week before that, suggesting an accelerated pace for releasing the final versions of these system ... Read More
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