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iOS 26 code suggests the Apple Watch Ultra 3 is getting a larger display
A new Apple Watch resolution is revealed that's larger than any current display.
Deal
Amazon Prime Day 2025: When is Prime Day and how to get the best deals
Prime Day is here from July 8-11, bringing tons of discounts, including sales on our favorite Apple tech.
News
Only Apple Watch can be trusted to count calories accurately, report finds
Test of the leading brands concludes that fitness watches in general are "uniformly pretty rubbish" at measuring calorie burn.
News
Forget iOS 26, take a stroll through Apple's 'garden' of OS code names for 2027
There's a flower theme, for the most part.
Feature
8 hidden watchOS 26 features that are better than Liquid Glass
Apple’s watchOS 26 update is full of great new features, but some of the best have flown under the radar. Here are eight top features you may have missed.
News
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.
News
Recreate the classic iMac G3 era with this cute Apple Watch charger
Color options naturally include Tangerine and Bondi Blue.
News Analysis
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!
News
watchOS 26 kills off five classic Apple Watch faces
If you're a fan of the Toy Story face, get ready for bad news.
Feature
10 WWDC features you need to know (but probably missed)
iOS, macOS, iPadOS, and watchOS 26 are filled with little features Apple didn’t talk about during the keynote
News
Your Apple Watch just got a lot smarter with watchOS 26
Liquid Glass redesign means it looks different, too.
News
WWDC 2025: Third-party Control Center widgets reportedly coming to Apple Watch
Momentous change expected in watchOS 26.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: WWDC25 preview and what to expect
Apple’s most important event of the year is happening next week! In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about what we expect to see at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference.
News
Apple just confirmed major UI changes are coming at WWDC
The tagline on the WWDC25 website says it all.
News
Report: WWDC interface overhaul will be ‘more widely felt' than iOS 7
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman claims the rumored iOS and macOS redesign will ‘touch all of Apple's operating systems.'
News
Apple AI glasses 'better made' than Meta's now on tap for 2026
The company has also canceled plans to equip the Apple Watch with cameras.
Feature
Why the usual Apple Watch battery advice is wrong
We turned off each Apple Watch feature to see how much it affected battery life, and were surprised by the results.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: The state of the Apple Watch and watchOS
The Apple Watch recently had its tenth anniversary, and WWDC is coming up in June. So in this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we’re looking at the state of the Apple Watch–where it’s been, where it’s at now, and what’s in store for the future.
News
Apple Watch SE likely to get two new sizes this year
Imminent new model looks to be based on Series 7's 41mm and 45mm sizes.
Feature
The Apple Watch is boring–here's how to change that
Another new heath sensor isn't going to make the Apple Watch exciting again. It's time for a makeover.
Feature
10 ways Apple can get its AI back on the right track
Apple’s new AI suite has stumbled out of the gate. Here’s how to make it better.
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News
Apple may be working on a radically new all-glass Apple Watch
Report claims Apple wants to ship an all-glass watch before the iPhone.
News
The Apple Watch SE might not have a future in plastics after all
Report claims that the kid-friendly Apple Watch is running into production issues.
News
New Apple Watch feature means you'll never sleep through an alarm again
Break Through Silent Mode option will arrive in watchOS 11.4 update.
News
The Apple Watch may get a new life as a camera-equipped AI device
Instead of launching a new device like the Humane AI pin, Apple is exploring ways to build AI into its existing products.
Feature
Apple Watch SE 3 or 11e? Why following the iPhone is the wrong strategy
Don’t hold your breath for an Apple Watch 11e this fall.
Mac 911
Want to renew AppleCare+? You have to wait until it expires
In one of the strangest decisions since recharging a mouse from its underside, Apple says your service contract has to expire before renewal.
Feature
How a single Apple Watch alert changed my life
I have a new outlook on health and Fitness+ thanks to my Apple Watch's monitoring.
News
Reminder: Update your Apple devices this weekend
The latest updates contain some important security fixes.
How-To
How to view your body temperature on Apple Watch
Want to know your actual temperature, instead of "-0.3°C"? Here's how.
News
Whoops! Apple accidentally breaks watchOS updates on older devices
Arrival of watchOS 11.3 update makes it impossible to install latest version of watchOS 10.
News
It's 'safe' to wear Apple Watch bands, Apple insists
A class-action lawsuit in the U.S. states that Apple Watch bands have harmful chemicals.
Updated
The pros and cons of a cellular Apple Watch
Do you really need an Apple Watch with cellular? We examine the benefits, and discuss whether they are worth it, and look at the best cellular deals.
Feature
6 forgotten Apple products getting an update this year
2025 isn't just about flagship iPhones and Macs.
News Analysis
2025 is missing one very important Apple product
Sorry VR fans, Vision Pro isn’t expected to get an update until 2026.
Macworld Podcast
Podcast: Apple's 'loaded' 2025
If you thought 2024 was a pretty good year for Apple products, 2025 looks to be even bigger. On this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about Apple’s loaded release schedule for the year.
Opinion
These are the OS features I want to see in 2025
Even if you're not buying new hardware, there's a lot to look forward to this year.
Feature
Why the Apple Watch needs a reboot
Apple presents its smartwatch as a product that is still in its infancy. This may be true from the company's perspective, but the perception on the market is different.
Opinion
In 2025, even Pro users will want Apple's cheapest devices
Apple will go all-in on the low-end iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and Mac next year.
News
Satellite connectivity may be the next Apple Watch Ultra killer feature
Users will be able to send and receive texts via satellite.
News
Oura CEO predicts Apple isn’t making a smart ring because ‘it’s hard’
Apple is rumored to be exploring the possibility of making a smart ring.
Opinion
I’m skipping the Apple Watch this year, and so should you
Apple's newest smartwatch isn't the upgrade it seems.
How-To
Everything your Apple Watch can do without an iPhone
What can you do with an Apple Watch when your iPhone isn't around?
Updated
How to change your Apple Watch ringtone and alert sounds
After all this time, Apple is finally giving you control over the sounds your Apple Watch makes.
Reviews
Anker MagGo 10K Power Bank For Apple Watch review
The MagGo 10K Power Bank For Apple Watch offers fast charging, a large power capacity, a practical form factor, and a very informative display.
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