Shopping for a new MacBook is always exciting and stressful. Sure, getting a shiny new Apple device is a win, but comparing models, chipsets, and specs can get exhausting fast. And now, with the new MacBook Air sporting both a powerful M4 chip and a lower price tag, you have yet another choice to make. […]

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If there’s one thing both Apple fans and critics can agree on, it’s that Apple thrives on strategic iteration. The company is known for rolling out incremental upgrades that always give users a reason to consider an upgrade. Take the iPad lineup as an example. Apple Intelligence is exclusive to M-series chips (M1, M2, M3, […]

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Leave it to Apple to keep people on the edge of their seats. Just as Apple Silicon iPad models take center stage with Apple Intelligence, Apple surprises everyone with a new A-series iPad refresh. The iPad 11 is an unexpected (yet welcome) update to the entry-level lineup. That said, do the new features warrant an […]

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When Apple announced the iPad Pro M4 last year, the reactions were primarily divided between “Yay, the new M4 is coming to iPad!” and “What happened to M3?” To be fair, skipping over an entire chipset is a weird move. But what came as an even bigger shock is that Apple decided to drop this […]

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Tech usage and parenting have always been a heated debate. Some people rely on smartphones and tablets to keep their kids occupied, while others strictly limit screen time to under an hour a day. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach, and Apple knows it. That’s why iOS and iPadOS 18.4 gives you more flexibility in managing your […]

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It just makes no sense that HBO Max, one of the biggest streaming platforms, wouldn’t let you rotate your screen orientation. It’s a very basic function on any app with video playback. You should be able to move the charging cable out of the way or switch hands while watching without wrestling your phone into […]

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It’s crazy that Adobe took over 30 years to launch Photoshop for iPhone—yet here we are. The mobile version brings a full suite of tools. Whether you’re fine-tuning an Instagram post or curating a vision board, you can treat the app as your creative partner. That said, it’s not perfect. The free features are limited, […]

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Remote screen hijacking has been a cybersecurity threat for decades. At its worst, users became so wary of remote desktop tools like AnyDesk and Cobalt Strike that they avoided them entirely. To stay ahead of these risks, Apple introduced stricter permission controls. You’ll find a system alert saying “[App Name] Is Accessing Your Screen” whenever […]

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Some people treat their iPhone like it has nuclear launch codes. They go to lengths to wipe conversations, clear the Recently Deleted folder, and now, thanks to iOS 18, lock apps behind Face ID. Privacy features like these are honestly useful. However, not everyone wants to feel like their smartphone is on lockdown. Maybe you […]

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Government surveillance has been a hot topic for years. Some hardcore conspiracy theorists have even ditched smartphones entirely for tactile alternatives. There’s some truth to these fears. However, a more immediate threat comes from mercenary iOS malware like the notorious Pegasus Spyware. It’s a politically driven attack that can record calls, access encrypted messages, and […]

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