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iOS versions: Explore every iOS version from day one to today
A complete history of every iOS version, including release dates, key features, the latest version, and supported iPhone models.
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Complete macOS versions history 2001-2026: Dates, features & support
Explore every macOS version from Mac OS X Cheetah to macOS 26 Tahoe, with release dates, features, names, and the versions still supported.
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Mac compatibility checker – Find out which macOS your Mac can run
Check your Mac's macOS compatibility – including whether it runs the newest releases like Tahoe or if your Mac model is limited to older versions.
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How long Macs & MacBooks last: Lifespan, support & when to upgrade
How long do Macs and MacBooks last? Average lifespan, macOS support timelines, battery life, and when it’s time to upgrade.
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How to downgrade macOS update: Rollback Tahoe to Sequoia
Learn how to downgrade macOS and revert to a previous version with step-by-step instructions, including backups, clean installs, and recovery options.
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How to downgrade an iPhone from iOS 26 to a previous iOS version
Want to revert your iPhone to a previous iOS? This guide explains when downgrades are possible, how to do them safely, and what risks to watch for.
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How to create a bootable USB macOS installer: Step-by-step guide
The steps to create a macOS installer with createinstallmedia in Terminal so you can install macOS on multiple Macs, or do a clean install.
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iMac Pro rumors: The big screen iMac could make a comeback
Apple no longer makes an iMac with a larger screen, but could Apple be planning to revive the larger, pro-focused model? Here's what we've heard.
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Everything you need to know about the M5 iPad Pro
Apple has updated its flagship tablet with the latest chip. Here's our complete guide to the M5 iPad Pro.
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M5 MacBook Pro guide: All the details of the new MacBook Pro
Here's everything you need to know about the new 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5.
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iPhone 17 superguide: Everything you need to know about the new iPhone 17 series
Here’s the lowdown on the new 2025 iPhones including specs, price, new features, design, dimensions and more.
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This is how long Apple supports iPads for
Thinking of buying an older iPad? Here's how long Apple is likely to keep it running.
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New Apple Watch superguide: What you need to know
Apple has three new Apple Watches for 2025: an Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch Ultra 3 and the Apple Watch SE 3rd gen, here’s the lowdown.
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iOS 26 brings live translation to your iPhone: Here's where to find it
Live translation runs on device, and can translate text and speech across several apps.
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iOS 26 vs iOS 18: What’s different, what's new, and should you update?
iOS 26 will be here soon, before you decide whether and when to update, find out how it compares to iOS 18.
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macOS Tahoe vs macOS Sequoia: What’s different and what's new?
macOS Tahoe arrives on Monday September 15. Before you decide whether and when to update, find out how it compares to macOS Sequoia.
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macOS 15 Sequoia superguide: Everything you need to know
Find out about the latest version of macOS 15 Sequoia, compatibility, problems, what's new in macOS 15.6.1.
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macOS 14 Sonoma superguide: latest security update
Apple continues to issue security updatest for Sonoma. Here's what you need to know about the latest version of macOS Sonoma.
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iOS 18 superguide: Features, latest update, release dates, and more
Find out about the latest version of iOS 18, compatibility, new features, problems, and what's new in iOS 18.6.
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How to get iOS 26 beta updates on iPhone
Want to try out the next round of iOS 26 features early? Here's how to download and install the iOS beta, and what you need to know before you do.
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iOS 26 feature that turns off headphones when you fall asleep isn't limited to AirPods
The upcoming feature appears to work on Beats headphones as well as AirPods.
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Some upcoming iPhone features were kept secret at WWDC, report claims
Fearing a repeat of last year's embarrassments, Apple discussed only features available now or very soon.
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Apple praised for 'noticeable' fixes to iOS 26's performance and stability
Second developer beta also tackles legibility issues.
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watchOS 26 beta 2 might have the weirdest Apple Watch bug ever
Apple says the issue only affects the he Hermès models, so it may be related to a specific watch face.
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Podcast: Your hot takes on Liquid Glass, Apple's OS names, and more
This episode is all about social media hot takes. You have thoughts and we’re going to share and respond to what you wrote.
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iOS 26 contains a hidden (and really nice) ringtone for the iPhone 17
And you can hear it right now!
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Apple: Macs will be Macs, iPads will be iPads, and never the twain shall meet
But the company is open to bringing Mac-like elements to iPadOS.
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Hate Liquid Glass? You'll still love iOS 26
We all have opinions about iOS 26's fancy new interface, but there's no debate over these awesome new features for third-party apps.
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iOS 26 will now autofill verification codes from Gmail and WhatsApp
Apple is making it much easier to use non-Apple apps on the iPhone.
The Macalope
There ain't no AI Siri and there never was
Apple caved to the worst pressure, and now it's paying the price.
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Hey AirPods users, you can soon beta-test new features coming this fall
In July you'll be able to try out the studio-quality recording and camera remote features announced at WWDC last week.
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RIP Mickey Mouse glove: macOS Tahoe has a new set of cursors
Apple quietly redesigns your Mac's pointer.
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Wait, did Apple Intelligence just become… good?
This year's WWDC may not have been an AI-centric keynote, but it has meaningfully boosted Apple Intelligence.
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Don't expect those delayed Siri features until 2026
In a recent interview, Apple execs confirm that those Siri features are not coming later this year.
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iOS 26 finally makes it super simple to assign a custom iPhone ringtone
The once-cumbersome process now takes a couple of clicks.
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macOS 26 Tahoe fixes a major pet peeve of Google Chrome users
The final barrier for switching from Safari is finally out of the way.
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Why Mac power users should rush to upgrade to macOS 26 Tahoe this fall
If you’re a power user, you might be wondering what Apple’s macOS Tahoe update has for you. The answer is a lot.
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Apple’s latest gaming efforts won’t move the needle
If Apple wants gamers to take the Mac seriously, it’s going to need to do a lot more.
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Podcast: WWDC25 special!
We talk about the hot new stuff from Apple, including Liquid Glass, iPadOS windowing, Live Translation, and more on this episode of the Macworld Podcast!
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Xcode 26 code raises hopes for a cheaper Vision Pro, but there's probably nothing to see here
There's Vision Pro, and then there's Vision Pro 4K. Mysterious!
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iOS 26 hints at upcoming AirPods Pro 3 release
The new iPhone operating system contains code that mentions the yet-to-be-released earphones.
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Liquid Glass is nice but it's not weird enough
Apple designed for the present when it should have designed for the future.
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Should you install the iOS 26 beta?
You want to try out the new features early, but some aren't available yet and running beta software can be risky.
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watchOS 26 kills off five classic Apple Watch faces
If you're a fan of the Toy Story face, get ready for bad news.
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How to remove the macOS Tahoe beta
Regret installing macOS Tahoe beta? Want to go back to macOS Sequoia? Here's how to uninstall the macOS beta.
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macOS 26 includes the first Terminal app redesign in decades
Terminal isn't left out of Apple's UI overhaul.
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How to remove an iOS beta from your iPhone
Regretting trying out the iOS 26 beta? Here's how to remove the iOS 26 beta and recover your iPhone back to iOS 18.
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If you still use Time Capsule to back up your Mac, the clock is ticking on support
Apple says macOS 27 will no longer support AirPort or Time Capsule backups.
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