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Here's everything we know Apple is releasing in May 2021
The first new iMac in years, a new iPad Pro, and an updated Apple TV 4K are Apple's big May releases.
How-To
Apple Maps: How to report accidents, speed checks, and hazards
New to iOS 14.5 are Waze-like features to crowdsource traffic incidents.
How-To
How to customize the Safari start page in macOS Big Sur 11.3
Instructions on how to adjust the sections that appear, rearrange the section order, and add a background image.
Updated
macOS Big Sur 11.3 is now available with a major security patch
The update includes improved support for iPhone and iPad apps on M1 Macs, new Safari features, and more.
How-To
How to unlock your iPhone with your Apple Watch while wearing a mask
A new feature in iOS 14.5 makes mask-wearing a lot more convenient for those who use an iPhone with Face ID.
Feature
Master iOS 14 on your iPhone with our expert guides
Bookmark this page to quickly find all of our tips, guides, and how-tos for all the new features in iOS 14.
Updated
iOS 14.5 is out now with lots of new features and improvements
The latest iOS update adds AirTags support, App Tracking Transparency, unlock iPhone with Apple Watch, new emoji, Siri voice options, and more.
Mac 911
How to format a drive for networked Time Machine access
Time Machine can use APFS for backups starting in Big Sur, but that seems to prevent networked backups. Here's the fix.n
Feature
macOS 12: Everything we know (and want)
macOS Big Sur 11 was a big improvement. Apple can build on it to make the Mac experience even better.
News
iOS 14.6: Apple releases beta 1 to public beta testers
With iOS 14.5 not quite out yet, Apple is keen to start testing the next iOS release.
News
iOS 15: Lock screen, notification, privacy upgrades reportedly in the works
Everything you need to know about the next version of iOS.
Macworld's May digital magazine: 20 years of Mac OS X
The best content from Macworld wrapped up in our digital magazine.
Updated
Apple’s event calendar: WWDC is coming June 7-11
When is the next Apple event? We'll tell you what we know about Apple's event schedule.
News
Apple introduces paid podcast subscriptions with redesigned app
With Podcasts Subscriptions, listeners can get features such as exclusive content and early access to new series, and ad-free shows.
How-To
iPhone Other storage: What is it and how do you clear it?
That significant Other filling up all your iPhone storage? Here’s what you can do about it.
Mac 911
Laggy performance in macOS Big Sur's Finder? Try closing tabs
While there’s no consistent pattern, a tabbed window may bog down normal Finder functions.
News
Apple expands Fitness+ with new workouts and a new instructor
Additional workouts for beginners are coming soon, along with workouts for pregnancy and for older adults.
Mac 911
How to reveal hidden files in macOS (and hide visible ones)
A few techniques let you see files marked as hidden, whether intentionally or otherwise, and reverse their status.
News
Run Windows 10 on your M1 Mac with Parallels Desktop 16.5
Want to run Windows on your M1 Mac? Parallels Desktop 16.5 will let you use the Windows 10 ARM Insider Preview.
Updated
Here’s everything we know (and hope) Apple is releasing in April 2021
Here are all the products, software updates, and service updates we know (and hope) Apple will release in April 2021.