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The latest news, reviews, and updates about Apple Macs, MacBooks, and MacBook Pros all in one place. If macOS is your thing, Digital Trends offers in-depth coverage of everything you need to know. Whether you’re looking for tips and tricks for navigating Catalina, or are just hungry for the latest product announcement from Apple, we’ve got you covered. Read on for the newest rumors, laptop reviews, and more to come out of one of the largest computing brands around.

Two iPad Pro tablets next to each other against a black background. Both have Apple's Magic Keyboard case.

iPad Pro vs. MacBook Air: It’s closer than you’d think

Should you buy an iPad Pro or a MacBook Air? There’s a lot to consider, and each one has its strengths. Read our guide, though, and things will become clearer.
An iPad and an external display using Stage Manager in iPadOS 16.

How to use your iPad as a second monitor for your Mac

The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M3 Max chip seen from behind.

How a MacBook Pro sneakily got me back into PC gaming

A MacBook Air on a desk with an open book in front of it.

These are the 10 settings I always change on a new Mac

A MacBook Pro M2 sits on a wooden table with a nice bokeh background.

Best MacBook deals: Get an Air for $750 and save on M3 MacBook Pro

Apple MacBook Air M1 open, on a table.

I’m finally ready to stop recommending Apple’s cheapest MacBook

The Paste Mac app, with its clipboard bar open and the Paste homepage in Safari.

This simple app changed how I use my Mac forever

Apple MacBook Pro 14 front view showing display and keyboard deck.

I’m a laptop reviewer. Here’s why I still use a laptop from 2021

A MacBook Pro running macOS Sonoma at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June 2023.

7 key settings in macOS Sonoma you should change right now

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One of my favorite Mac apps is driving me nuts

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The MacBook Pro we all want is still many years away

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5 things you need to know before buying a new MacBook Pro

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There are two sizes of MacBook Pros. Here’s the one you should buy

The new M2 16-inch MacBook Pro and the 14-inch MacBook Pro are Apple's latest notebooks. In this guide, we will compare them.

The easy way to decide between the MacBook Air 15 and MacBook Pro 14

The MacBook Air 15 expands Apple's lineup of the thinnest laptops, with a larger display for better multitasking. But how does it compare to the MacBook Pro 14?
A Safari window and the Maps app open in macOS Sonoma.

All the best macOS Sonoma tips and tricks you need to know

Find out how to get more from macOS Sonoma and uncover some of its most useful features with these clever tips and tricks for Apple’s operating system.
A MacBook Pro 13-inch on a table.

A major era in MacBook history is finally over

We're living in a golden age of MacBook glory. But only since the removal of the 13-inch MacBook Pro were we able to officially embrace it.
The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M3 Max chip seen from behind.

Here’s why people are raising concerns about the M3 Pro MacBook Pro

Apple's M3 Pro MacBook Pro hasn't gotten much attention this week, which may have been on purpose.
An Apple iMac Pro in a dark room flanked by two monitors, one on either side of it.

A new iMac Pro could still launch. Here’s what I want from it

Despite recent reports, it looks like Apple is still working on a larger iMac Pro. If that’s true, here’s everything I want to see in the next all-in-one Mac.
The keyboard and trackpad of the MacBook Pro.

Here’s more proof that Apple is wrong about MacBook memory

Some new testing has been published that calls into question Apple's defense of the amount of memory it puts in its high-end MacBook Pro.
An open MacBook Pro on a table.

MacBook Pro 14-inch vs. MacBook Pro 13-inch: Which one should you buy?

With the arrival of M3 chips, it’s harder than ever to pick a MacBook Pro. Should you get the 14-inch or 13-inch version? Our guide has the answers.
Apple's 15-inch MacBook Air on a desk, with macOS Sonoma running on its display.

How to add and use desktop widgets in macOS Sonoma

With macOS Sonoma, Apple has brought interactive widgets to your Mac’s desktop. Here, we’ll show you how to add and use them to ramp up your productivity.
The MacBook Pro open on a table.

MacBook Pro M3: Should you choose the M3, M3 Pro, or M3 Max?

Apple finally revealed its range of MacBook Pro M3 models, and we have the scoop on all of the configuration options.
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Apple just dashed our iMac hopes and dreams

In an uncharacteristic move, Apple has confirmed it has no future plans for one of the most highly anticipated iMac models.
The back of the Blue iMac on a desk in an office.

Apple iMac (M3) review: When enough is enough

There's a new iMac, now using the M3 chip. It's not the iMac you want, but it might be the one you need.
A MacBook Pro on a table in front of a window.

Apple MacBook Pro M3 Max review: Delivering the goods

The MacBook Pro is Apple's most important laptop, and with the upgrade to the M3 Max, it's even more powerful.
Apple's Craig Federighi presents new features in macOS Sonoma at the company's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June 2023.

How to downgrade from macOS Sonoma to an older version

If Apple’s macOS Sonoma operating system isn’t quite to your taste, you can downgrade to an older version. Here, we show you three different ways to do it.
Apple revealing the M3 Max processor.

Apple’s M3 Max appears to keep up with Intel’s top desktop CPU

Benchmarks of Apple's new M3 Max chip just leaked, and the scores bode well for the 16-inch MacBook Pro.
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7 trackpad gestures for Mac that everyone should know

Apple’s macOS operating system is full of great trackpad gestures that bring extra functionality to your Mac. Here are seven handy gestures you can try today.
An Apple MacBook Pro 14 sits open on a table.

Why Apple’s subtle MacBook Pro decision makes me so happy

Apple has announced a new 14-inch MacBook Pro configuration that completely replaces the 13-inch model.
How to use a blue light filter on a PC or Mac

How to use a blue light filter on your PC or Mac

Blue light from your PC's screen may disrupt your circadian rhythm. Here's how to use a blue light filter with built-in night modes on your PC or Mac .
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How to watch Apple’s ‘Scary Fast’ Mac launch event if you missed it

If you missed Apple's live-stream event on Monday night showcasing new gear, it's still possible to watch the 30-minute broadcast.
A stack of MacBooks is pictured from the top down.

Why the MacBook Air is still stuck on the M2

For now, we'll have to wait until the MacBook Air gets updated with the M3. Here's why.
Apple's M3 chip family.

The M3 is the most important chip Apple has ever made

We expected for Apple to release the M3 during its "Scary Fast" event, but there's a lot more riding on it than raw performance.
Two MacBooks Pro renders side by side against a black backround.

I saw the new Space Black MacBook Pro, and it’s stunning

Apple has announced a new color option for the MacBook Pro, and after seeing it in person, I'm smitten.

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