Hardware 
How to set iCloud to save emails on your Mac, not in the cloud
It’s certainly not unusual to want to store your data only on locations over which you have full control—not some company’s cloud, even if that’s Apple. Macworld readers Bob and Barbara migrated off other mail services to iCloud specifically to … Continue reading
Overflow 3 review: macOS app launcher doubles as a spacious Dock alternative
There’s only so much room available to cram applications, folders, and documents into the macOS Dock. But don’t worry, there’s a way to add a second dock to your screen that’s even more spacious and powerful than the original. Overflow … Continue reading
Macworld Podcast: Join us on Wednesday, Aug. 8, at 10 a.m. Pacific
This week we asked viewers/listeners on Twitter of the Macworld Podcast for their hot takes. We picked a few and we’ll talk about them on the show. Join us with your comments and questions for Jason Cross, Leif Johnson, Roman … Continue reading
The best video baby monitors: Keep eyes—and ears—on your bundle of joy
Today’s baby monitors are more capable—and more complex—than ever. Here’s how to find the right one, so you and your baby can get some sleep.
First Alert Onelink Safe & Sound review: Alexa in a smoke detector? It’s an inspired, if expensive, idea
Here’s a clever way to get a smart speaker into every room without cluttering up every room with a smart speaker.
The Apple Watch is a bit of a nag—that’s why it’s helpful for losing weight
This is part of a series on losing 60 pounds with the help of the Apple Watch. I’m currently 10 pounds down since July 25. In this post we’ll talk about the Apple Watch as a weight loss motivator. Ask … Continue reading
Apple’s original TV shows and series: Apple to create series based on best-seller ‘Pachinko’
Updated 08/07/18: Variety reports that Apple has secured series rights to the best-selling novel Pachinko by Min Jin Lee. Apple is said to be spending as much as $1 billion over the course of 2018 on original TV programming. That’s a lot … Continue reading
Apple Music adds new Friends Mix weekly personalized playlist
Earlier this year, we identified more than a dozen ways to improve Apple Music. One of them was for Apple to create more personalized playlists, adding to the meager offerings of Chill Mix, New Music Mix, and Favorites Mix. On … Continue reading
Best smart smoke detector to keep your home safe
Smart smoke and carbon monoxide detectors don’t just sound the alarm, they also alert your smart phone and more.
Leeo Smart Alert Nightlight review: $100 is cheap if it saves your house from burning down
It plugs into an AC outlet, alerts you to smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, and contacts you via an app with a recording of the sound. A few false alarms aside, this security device is a smart buy for any … Continue reading
