February 2025

Macworld Do Macs get viruses? Do Macs need antivirus software? The answers to these questions aren’t as simple as they might seem. In this article, we look at the dangers faced by Mac users, and the pros and cons of using Mac antivirus software. Historically, the Mac has been considered safe and secure for a […]

We’re expecting to see an M5 chip powering this year’s MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro. That chip has now entered mass production, according to a new supply-chain report. Not much is known about it for sure, though it is expected to have enhanced AI performance, and it’s also been suggested that it may

China is considering opening an antitrust investigation into Apple’s App Store commissions, mirroring those already carried out in the US, EU, and elsewhere. However, it’s likely that the Chinese government is simply raising the possibility as a form of leverage in the latest trade war instigated by the Trump administration … more…

Macworld Apple on Tuesday introduced a new app called Invites that lets users create custom invitations and share them with family and friends along with photo albums and playlists. But while the app might have been a surprise, it wasn’t a pleasant one for everyone. Over on X, the makers of event app Partiful posted

Most Apple products sold in the US could see price raises, after Trump imposed 10% import tariffs on all imports from China. While Apple has been working on diversifying its supply chain, the majority of its products are still assembled in China. Trump did a similar thing in his first term, applying tariffs to thousands

Macworld Over the last couple of decades, Apple has solidified its place at the top of the technology world. Dominant products like the iPod, iPhone, and iPad have made the company a household name, which in turn has elevated the profile of even its more modest businesses, like the Mac and the Apple TV. Apple

Macworld You want the best prices for groceries, home decor, and other necessities, but that usually means you’re hitting multiple shops. Does it feel like you spend more time on the road than you should? Join BJ’s Wholesale Club to enjoy one-stop shopping and find the savings you’ve been looking for. You’ll need to join as a

Macworld Apple is making its AppleCare+ extended warranty plan a little more expensive for some users. For all current models in the United States, Apple is raising the monthly subscription price by 50 cents. That means the monthly cost of standard AppleCare+ for an iPhone 16 is now $8.49 instead of $7.99. The price increase

CardioBot is a health companion app for iPhone and Apple Watch that shows users how they can live a healthier life. The app has now been updated with new features, including “Activity Coaching” and fully interactive graphics. Read on as we detail everything that’s new with the update. more…

You may be familiar with Opera, a well-known cross-platform web browser. The company is now introducing Opera Air, a new version of the web browser with multiple mindfulness features aimed at helping users relax while they browse the web. more…