Boost the core features of your iPhone or iPad with our essential list of next-level apps. Plus, discover five apps to rival iTunes, read our review of the impressive new iPad mini with Retina Display, and take a look at Anki Drive, the coolest iOS toy ever.

Make Mail work your way
There’s more than meets the eye with the Mail app. Adam Banks shows you how to get the most from it and sort your email accounts once and for all.

How smart is smart?
We live in a brave new world where everything in your home can connect to everything else. But it’s important to know your smart home’s limits.

Smart attack
The rise of smart tech has made our lives easier. But do we really need smart pet food dispensers and toothbrushes?

THIS YEAR’S BIG iOS UPGRADE!

On test: Is Apple’s 27–inch Retina 5K iMac its best ever?

Create a Time Capsule with a USB hard drive

Take pro photos on iPhone with ShiftCam’s MultiLens...

The Ultimate Apple Media Guide is here!
We show you how to make the most of the Music app in Catalina — and master TV, Podcasts and Books too.

100 Apple Hacks & Shortcuts
Your device can do more than you may realize. Read our roundup of the best tricks and time–savers for Mac and iOS.

How to make a smarter home assistant
What do smart assistants all have in common? They can all be stupid at times. Learn how to make ’em smarter.

macOS Big Sur is here!
Big Sur is Mac’s biggest update in two decades! We take an in–depth look at what you can expect when the exciting new OS rolls out this fall.

Hands on: iOS 14 and iPadOS 14
Your complete guide to all the new brilliant features on the latest version of iOS and iPadOS.

Get the best gear for your home office
Our experts review all the top devices and accessories to make working from home easier than ever...

macOS Masterclass
Need to give your productivity a bit of a boost? Check out our in–depth guide to utilizing the numerous multitasking functions on your Mac and iOS device.

Sounds like the future
Alex Cox gives you the lowdown on Dolby Atmos — possibly the biggest leap forward in surround sound technology in the last 20 years. Turn it up to 11!

Apple Buyers Guide
Selecting the Apple product that’s right for you can be a little daunting — there’s just so many! Read our guide to find the best Apple tech, whatever your budget.

The future of smart lighting
Smart lighting is getting better and cheaper by the day, making illuminating your home more flexible than ever. Alex Cox looks at the latest developments.

The Photos superguide for Mac
We all take loads of pictures on our iPhone or camera. Here, we’ll show you how to make the most of them using the Photos app for Mac.

The best apps you never knew existed
Get a dose of app inspiration with these excellent hidden gems for your Mac, iPhone, and Apple Watch..

iCloud: The Complete Guide
We take an in–depth look at how iCloud has evolved, what it does, and how iOS, iPadOS and Catalina use it to make your life better.

VPN Group Test
Virtual private networks protect you from hackers and are a great tool for working remotely. We put five market leaders to the test.

Secrets of iOS 13 & iPadOS
Read our guide to discover all the hidden tips and tricks to make the most of your mobile Apple devices..

An Apple a day...
How will the coronavirus impact iPhone production?

The devil is in the detail
Six times Apple sweated the small stuff.

Smart future
CES 2020 saw the latest releases, prototypes, and fresh tech — and this year it was all about the smart home of the future..

Digital Life
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Photography masterclass
The iPhone is the perfect device for on–the–go photographers. Here, you’ll discover how to shoot, edit and share better–looking photos.

Stay spy–free
Many of you are worried about connectivity and oversharing. So can you cut the cord on your smart devices and control your smart home privately?..

Become an Apple Genius
Want to save yourself a trip to the Genius Bar? Check out our in–depth guide to the most common Mac problems and how to fix them.

Can your iPad finally do it all? We find out...
Mac|Life’s Adam Banks takes the plunge and tests whether the iPad is ready to replace the notebook PC.

Staying on track
We look at the latest developments in the world of tracking, and reveal what Apple has planned. Plus, the best tracking devices on the market now...

Digital Life
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Is 8K the way?
We examine what you should look for when purchasing your next TV. Plus, we review Samsung’s 65–inch Q900R.

The 6 years that made Apple
From humble beginnings...

Digital Life
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The Shift
Matt Bolton says Apple needs to improve how it explains design decisions.

Apple TV+
Apple has entered the TV streaming market. Here’s what you need to know about Apple TV+ and how it compares to its rivals.

Digital Life
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The Shift
Matt Bolton reckons Apple needs to get better at communicating.

AirPlay 2 at home
The past, present and future of AirPlay 2 explained, how to use it with macOS, plus the best speakers to go with it.

Digital Life - Sign up to the newsletter for more Mac|Life.

Life in the 5G fast lane! - There’s no faster network in the world! Read why 5G will change your life and discover everything you need to know about the revolutionary new tech..

Apple’s in the money - The company reports record revenue.

Digital Life - Sign up to the newsletter for more Mac|Life.

Smart lighting - We look at the best smart lighting tech...

More Mac, less coin - MacBook Air and MacBook Pro get an update for the back–to–school season.

The Shift - Matt Bolton says Apple is now listening to pro users.

Naim Mu–so second generation..

Repair service expands - Best Buy partners with Apple for service repairs.

Stay safe online - Bad things can happen on the internet. Read our essential survival guide to the common risks and how to keep yourself and your Mac out of harm’s way.

A new wave of smart TVs - The second age of smart TVs is upon us, and the industry’s renewed focus is all thanks to a change in attitude from a certain company call Apple...

Steamed up - The Steamlink app finally hits iOS and tvOS; and the new Apple TV app is here.

Digital Life - Sign up to the newsletter for more Mac|Life.

Crave - The gear we’re lusting after this month..

Digital Life - Get two new digital guides when you subscribe.

The Shift - Matt Bolton discusses the big change in Apple's approach to TV..

iPhone extravaganza! - Picking a new iPhone can be a little daunting — there are so many to choose from! Our 10–page guide will help you decide which one best suits your needs.

Smart gardens are here - Whether you’re mowing the lawn, watering your plants, or hosting a barbecue, technology can help transform your outdoor space...

Mac - Never lose a precious file again with our easy back–up guide

Reveal the tonal details of your photos, Better Reddit browsing, Advanced video editing, Publish an ebook, 6 apps to kickstart your spring clean, Apple Quiz Questions to help sort the Apple fools from fanboys...

Downwards spiral Should Apple be worried about decreasing sales?, Out of their depth Just how waterproof are Apple's iOS devices?, Iconic Apple ads Exploring how we were
won over with advertising, Get started with... an energy efficient home How to reduce your home’s environmental
impact through the clever use of smart devices...

An all–new network When can we likely expect
5G to hit iOS devices?, Beyond repairibility
Should Apple revise its closed–system approach?, Get started with... Robot Vacuums How to clean your home
floors without hassle, using fully programmable
robot vacuum cleaners...

Clean up your Mac Take care of your untidy Mac using our in–depth guide. You won’t have to sift through mountains of files and can begin filtering them the smart way, Master iOS shortcuts An expert reveals how to make the most of Siri Shortcuts and the
Shortcuts app’s powerful new features — from scripting to building your own, Smart Assistants Find the perfect digital companion to make your life a little easier, as we run down the top Voice–controlled smart assistants: Siri, Alexa, and Google...

Secrets of macOS Mojave: Unlock the full power of Apple’s latest operating system for Mac with our
in–depth guide; covering Dark Mode, Desktop Stacks, new apps, and more, Secure online with a VPN: Render your online browsing and streaming habits totally secure by setting up a VPN — the ideal way to create a private internet connection, Smart home safety: Keep you, your family, and home’s health and safety in check with these clever implementions of smart security tech — from sensors to smoke alarms...

The ultimate guide to iOS 12: Faster and more responsive, we dig
deep into all you need to know about iPhone and iPad’s latest OS upgrade;
from fresh features to new settings, Top tips for Family Sharing: Easily manage family access across your household’s Apple devices with our in–depth guide — you’ll never see an unexpected purchase on your bill again, Smart security: Keep your home on lockdown from potential intruders with these smart security devices — they’ll ensure you’re defended and also add convenience...

Cropping unwanted items in Affinity Photo, Protect your Apple gear with Lost Mode, Organizing your iPad via drag and drop, Give your emails the
VIP treatment, Wing Shooter: invader ever war...

iCloud mastered - Discover the amazing things you can do with Apple’s cloud-computing service – from syncing photos, documents and other content across all your devices, to sharing files with family and friends.

The App Store turns 10 - Ten years ago the App Store was born – and it changed the way that all of us use our devices. Join us as we explore its history, its highlights, and its future...

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