Macworld - January 2022

Mirai Speaker: This TV speaker throws a wicked curve

If you find yourself cranking your TV’s speakers to hear what’s being said, this curiously curved speaker promises to clear things up.

How to know if you're streaming or directly controlling a HomePod

Apple's media players, accessible via the Control Center, let you see and choose how you're sending audio.

Apple Music Classical and 5 other reasons to switch from Spotify to Apple Music

The grass may be greener with the red icon.

Should you replace your MacBook battery or pay Apple to do it?

It's a tradeoff on comfort and model year-the newer it is, the harder it is to replace.

How to pick the right combination of internal and external SSDs for the Mac

Apple's prices for built-in SSDs remain far more expensive than the general marketplace.

Should you shut down your Mac every night?

What are the advantages of putting a Mac to sleep rather than shutting it down? We explain what each method has to offer.

Apple's upcoming service will reportedly use AI to help you get fit and stay healthy

An iPad Health app is also on the way.

General Motors to join Tesla in ditching CarPlay support

U.S. carmaker will phase out CarPlay support in electric cars beginning next year.

Yes, Apple will 'fake' zoomed photos on the iPhone 15 too - but how far will it go?

Of course, the Galaxy S23 Ultra isn't taking actual clear pictures of the moon.

Your Mac might not be safe from ransomware for much longer

Hackers looking for fresh targets are ramping up efforts to crack macOS, security researchers warn.