MacFormat

MacFormat is the UK’s best selling magazine for the home Mac user. Each issue brings you all the exciting developments from the world of Apple, including reviews of new Macs, iPads and Apple’s own apps like iPhoto, iMovie and GarageBand. We’ll show you how to make the most of your Mac, OS X and all the creative things you can do with it. We also review all the latest 3rd party software and kit – so if you’re looking for a new hard drive, monitor or printer that works with a Mac, you’ll be well served. iOS users are also welcome and we review the latest iPad and iPhone apps. ***Note: This digital edition is not printable and does not include the covermount items or supplements you would find with printed copies***

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Apple dives into the smart home • New home hub, cameras, thermostats and door locks

Apple TV 4K gets a sizeable upgrade

HomePod mini 2 arrives

APPLE NEWS ROUNDUP

Police can now allegedly break one of Apple’s strongest security features • Makers of the GrayKey device say they can bypass Inactivity Reboot

AirPods 5 are ‘the least unrepairable AirPods yet’ • iFixit tears down Apple’s earbuds and finds a few surprises

Pastebot 3 Free (IAPs) • A big update to an essential Mac utility

Crave • THE GEAR WE’RE LUSTING AFTER

John-Anthony Disotto… • AS THE iPHONE DUO UNFOLDS AND APPLE EMBARKS ON ITS LATEST MISSION TO ADVANCE TECHNOLOGY, I CLOSE MY MACFORMAT CHAPTER…

The iPhone Duo in NUMBERS • The key facts and stats behind Apple’s first folding phone

The AI backlash • Artificial intelligence seems to be becoming more problematic by the day…

PICK YOUR PERFECT MAC • Discover the best laptop or desktop for your needs and budget, plus some great iPad options too!

MacBook Neo • The best budget laptop you can buy today

iPad (11th gen) • The iPad that’s great but maybe just wait…

MacBook Air • Apple’s ultraportable is a flying machine

iPad Air • Portable power without the price tag

iMac • Style meets substance in Apple’s all-in-one

Mac mini • There’s nothing mini about this Mac’s performance

MacBook Pro (14 inch) • Apple’s smallest Pro is a portable powerhouse

iPad Pro (11 inch) • This iPad really can replace a Mac

Mac Studio • How much to make a monster Mac?

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APPLE SKILLS

Reduce distractions on Mac • Dim your Mac background to focus on the window you’re working on

Make the Apple menu your own • Use FruitMenu Redux to power up your Apple menu with custom shortcuts

Run virtual macOS machines • Run multiple versions of macOS at near native speeds on your Mac

Go exploring! • Use AllTrails to discover local, national and even international trails

Enjoy calming landscapes • Use Portal to immerse yourself in relaxing scenes from around the world

Do more with Notes on iPhone • iOS 27 turns the Notes app into a proper writing tool. Here’s how…

Great ways to use Siri on iPhone • Apple’s revamped virtual assistant finally lives up to the hype

Silicon anode batteries • Future iPhones may include a new kind of battery that will last even longer

GENIUS TIPS

iOS software • Swipe away your touchscreen troubles and rekindle your love of Apple’s mobile devices

Networking • We help to solve your Wi-Fi woes and connection conundrums

macOS • Shine a spotlight on the solutions to your most irritating Mac problems

The Ultimate CHRISTMAS Gift Guide • Treat your family, friends – or yourself – this Christmas with the coolest gadgets that...