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Mac|Life is the leading independent magazine devoted to all things Apple. For over five years, Mac|Life has helped both new and veteran users get more out of their iPhones, iPads, Macs, and more, with coverage that cuts through today's glut of apps and accessories to find what matters most. With a bright, clean design and casual tone, Mac|Life offers an easy and enjoyable way to keep up with the latest Apple trends and topics.

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THE SHIFT • MATT BOLTON believes that now is the time for us to say “Hey Siri, shape up or ship out,” and for Siri to be top of the AI league

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START THE LATEST NEWS FROM THE WORLD OF APPLE Apple announces Lockdown Mode • New high–security mode for high-risk individuals

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UPGRADE YOUR APPS • Choosing alternatives to Apple’s built–in apps and tools can take your Mac workflows to the next level. Whatever you’re planning on doing, our pick of the best will help get your projects done

A faster Finder • Power up your files and folders with this app that’s perfect for demanding users

Drill down deeper • Deep search of your Mac’s files and folders

More flexible surfing

Manage email effectively • Keep your inbox in order with a more powerful email client

Go pro with your movie • Take your movie–making to the next level on Mac

HOW TO Edit a movie in Premiere Elements

Collaborate more effectively • Be sure of worldwide standards with Microsoft’s Office suite

Do more with your photos • Use this powerful AI–based image enhancement and editing app

Pro–level music production • Turn your GarageBand know–how up to 11 with this premium version of Apple’s music–making app

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Evolution MacBook of the • How Apple has changed the way we use computers — not just once, but again and again

From Portable to Pismo • From the first mobile Mac to one of Apple’s most–loved models

From TiBook to MacBook • The millennial Macs that introduced Apple’s metal years

From Touch Bar to M2 • The end of the road for Intel and a whole new world of Macs

REVIEWS • TOUGH TESTING, TRUSTED RATINGS

MacBook Pro 13–inch (2022) • Legendary laptop gets updated innards, but still feels out of time

Arlo Go 2 • Versatile 1080p security camera with Wi–Fi and 4G LTE support

1More Piston Buds Pro • Affordable wireless earbuds with noise cancelling

622 Magnetic Battery • Portable charger with a kickstand

Aura Mason Luxe • Display all your memories

Sony WH–1000XM5 • Sony’s new cans can block out the sound of a hurricane while delivering music to your ears

Logitech Lift • Reduce wrist–strain with Logitech’s latest ergonomic mouse

BoostCharge Pro Portable • MagSafe charger is ideal for travel

Ugreen Nexode 100W Charger • Charge four devices at once

Western Digital G–Drive 12TB • A spacious hard drive with Power Delivery

PORTABLE HARD DRIVE STORAGE • Slimline storage under $100 to pop in your bag and go

Penbook for iPad • Digital note–taking with a human touch

Writerly • Writing the book on creative Mac apps

Coppice • An app to harness great ideas and expand them

ReadKit 3.0 • Catch up on your favorite news stories

Audio Hijack 4 • Capture any audio streams on your Mac

Six apps to protect your privacy • Take control of your data once and for all

Best of the best • Can’t find the hardware or app you’re looking for in our reviews section? Then check in here — we’ve highlighted the best in every major category, as voted for by us

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