iPhone 14 Pro and Apple Watch Ultra Ordering Observations

After spending two days writing about Apple’s latest releases, Adam Engst spent some time on the order pages for the iPhone 14 Pro and the Apple Watch Ultra and came away with a few observations. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

1Password 8.9.4

Enables you to choose how often your account password is required when you unlock with Touch ID. ($35.88 annual subscription, free update, 2.9 MB, macOS 10.15+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Keyboard Maestro 10.2

Updates the popular automation and clipboard utility with enhancements and bug fixes. ($36 new, free update, 34.5 MB, macOS 10.13+) | Continue reading


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BusyCal 2022.3.2

Updated with enhancements, accessibility improvements, and bug fixes. ($49.99 new, free update, 59.3 MB, macOS 10.12+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Pixelmator Pro 2.4.7

Brings Type tool enhancements and improved HEIC handling to the image editor. ($39.99 new, free update, 450 MB, macOS 10.15+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Steve Jobs Archive

At the Code conference, Laurene Powell Jobs, Tim Cook, and Jony Ive unveiled the Steve Jobs Archive, an elegant website showcasing some classic Jobs quotes. The question is, where will it go from here? | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

iOS 16 and watchOS 9 Will Ship on 12 September 2022

Apple’s latest operating systems for the iPhone and Apple Watch are coming soon. Here’s how to make sure you’re ready. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Second-Generation AirPods Pro Add H2 Chip, Touch Control, Enhanced Case

Apple has announced the second-generation AirPods Pro, beefing up the audio performance, noise cancellation, and transparency mode with a new H2 chip, offering volume adjustments via Touch control, and improving the wireless charging case. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Apple Unveils Four Models of the iPhone 14

At its Far Out event, Apple expanded the iPhone line by introducing the ho-hum iPhone 14, the large iPhone 14 Plus, and the exciting new iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra Expand Health, Safety, and Connectivity Features

Apple has revamped the entire Apple Watch lineup, dropping the obsolete Apple Watch Series 3, upgrading the Apple Watch SE, taking the next mainstream step with the Apple Watch Series 8, and introducing the adventure-oriented Apple Watch Ultra. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Move Downloaded Mac Apps Before Initial Launch

Howard Oakley explains App Translocation, a macOS security mechanism that protects against malicious plug-ins within benign apps but can occasionally cause first-launch crashes.Read original article | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Here’s Why Your AirTag Battery Replacement Is Not Working

Is your AirTag still not working after replacing the battery? The most common cause is that certain batteries from Duracell have a bitterant coating that renders them unpalatable to small children and AirTags. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Bookends 14.1.2

Maintenance update with a variety of enhancements and bug fixes for the reference management tool. ($59.99 new, free update, 101 MB, macOS 10.13+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Paprika 3.7.1

Brings several improvements to the popular recipe manager. ($29.99 new, free update, 17.5 MB, macOS 10.13+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Nisus Writer Pro 3.3 and Nisus Writer Express 4.3

Nisus Writer Pro 2.1.9 fixes a frustrating problem with trackpad usage that could sporadically trigger unwanted zooming and result in tiny zoom percentages. ($79 new, free update, 225 MB) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Avoid the Tempting but Flawed Kindle Kids Ebook Reader

Amazon sells Kindle ebook readers customized for kids, bundled with extra features and services. But the Kindle Kids interface lets Amazon promote whatever it wants to kids while preventing parents from managing what their kids see. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

macOS’s New XProtect Remediator Now Regularly Scans for Malware

A few months ago, Apple quietly updated Monterey, Big Sur, and Catalina with XProtect Remediator, a new malware scanner built into XProtect, so your Mac is now regularly checking for malware in the background. Howard Oakley uncovered it and offers some technical details.Read orig … | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

iOS 12.5.6 Fixes Serious WebKit Vulnerability for Older Devices

Apple has released iOS 12.5.6 to fix a serious WebKit vulnerability for older models of the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. It has been exploited in the wild, so update immediately if you’re still using one of those classics. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Walmart.com Listed Fake 30 TB SSDs For Sale

A security researcher discovered a 30 TB SSD on Walmart’s website for under $18. He bought one and cracked it open to learn just how it was too good to be true.Read original article | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

T-Mobile Offers Three-Month Network Pass Test Drive

T-Mobile is expanding its Test Drive program with the new Network Pass, which gives you unlimited T-Mobile cellular data free for 3 months.Read original article | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Fantastical 3.6.10

Improves Zoom conference URL detection and notifies customers that future releases will require macOS 11 Big Sur or later. ($39.96 annual subscription, free update, 67.3 MB, macOS 10.13.2+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

ChronoSync 10.3 and ChronoAgent 2.2

Brings enhancements and bug fixes to the synchronization and backup tools. ($49.99 new for ChronoSync, $14.99 new for ChronoAgent; free updates; various sizes, macOS 10.12+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Alfred 5.0.2

Minor update for the keyboard-driven launcher with bug fixes and small improvements. (£34 new, upgrade pricing available, 6.7 MB, macOS 10.14+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

BBEdit 14.5.2

Maintenance update with numerous bug fixes. ($49.99 new, free update, 25.1 MB, macOS 10.15.4+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Free Two-Month Membership in Online NMUG Mac User Group

One of the most vibrant Mac user groups in the world is the Naples MacFriends User Group, which has been drawing hundreds of members from around the world to its weekly online meetings. NMUG is offering two free months of membership for anyone who signs up in September. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Plex User Passwords Compromised in Data Breach

Streaming service Plex is warning users to change their passwords after user data was compromised. Here’s how to do so.Read original article | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Design Your Own Frankenphone

Developer Neal Agarwal has launched a website that invites you to design your own iPhone. Make it as sincere or silly as you want.Read original article | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Apple “Far Out” Event Scheduled for 7 September 2022, iPadOS 16 Delayed

Apple has announced an event for 7 September 2022, titling it "Far Out." We expect new iPhones and Apple Watches, likely accompanied by release dates for iOS 16 and watchOS 9. iPadOS 16 will follow later in the year. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Zoom 5.11.9

Updates the video conferencing app with a long list of improvements and bug fixes. (Free, 35.4 MB, macOS 10.10+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Claris’s Plans for FileMaker Bode Well for Individual Users

Claris has announced that it will be changing the name of FileMaker Pro to Claris Pro and integrating it with a modern, Web-based development environment called Claris Studio. Even better, it will be free for personal use—a license fee is necessary only when deploying a solution … | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Keyboard Switcheroo 1.2

Keyboard input picker gains a floating window mode and Shortcuts support. ($1.99, free update, macOS 12.3+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Apple Adds M1 MacBooks to Self Service Repair

Apple is adding M1 MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models to its Self Service Repair program, alongside iPhone 12 models.Read original article | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Tune Find My for Travel Tracking to Avoid Annoying AirTag and Apple Device Alerts

Apple’s AirTag and other Find My trackers—along with Find My-tracked Apple devices—may be too aggressive about telling you where they are—or aren’t. They can be useful for tracking luggage and other valuables while traveling, particularly with others, but you will likely need to … | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

GraphicConverter 11 Rescues Ancient QuickTake 150 Photos

After a mention on a mailing list reminded him of old QuickTake 150 photos he had in Photos, Adam Engst went looking for a way to convert them. Unsurprisingly, the answer turned out to be GraphicConverter, though he had to get the right version first. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Lightroom Classic 11.5

Brings a few new features and enhancements to the desktop-focused photo cataloging and editing app. ($9.99/$19.99/$52.99 monthly Creative Cloud subscription, free update for subscribers, macOS 10.15+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

How to Use Note Tags and Quick Notes

Apple added two features to Notes in iOS 15, iPadOS 15, and macOS 12 Monterey to enhance your note-taking. Note tags give you an alternative way to organize your notes, while Quick Note gives you an always-available shortcut for creating notes on your Mac and iPad. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Safari 15.6.1

Patches a major security vulnerability for Big Sur and Catalina. (Free, various sizes, macOS 10.15+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

iOS 15.6.1, iPadOS 15.6.1, and macOS 12.5.1 Monterey Address Serious Security Vulnerabilities

Evildoers are exploiting a pair of security vulnerabilities in iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 12 Monterey, so Apple has released focused updates to thwart them. Don’t delay, update today. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Instagram and Facebook Could Track Everything You Do in Their In-App Browsers

Meta’s Instagram and Facebook iOS apps open external links in an in-app browser instead of Safari, enabling them to inject custom JavaScript code into every website you visit using the in-app browser.Read original article | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

How to Securely Erase a Mac’s SSD or Hard Drive

If you need to get rid of a Mac or external drive, how do you ensure that no one can access the data on it? Adam Engst runs through the various methods you can employ, one or more of which should address your situation. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

How to AirPlay to Your Mac

macOS 12 Monterey added the option to use your Mac as an AirPlay receiver for audio, video, and other content. Here’s how to take advantage of it. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Bookends 14.1.1

Brings a refreshed app icon and other improvements to the reference management tool. ($59.99 new, free update, 101 MB, macOS 10.13+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Parallels Desktop 18

Major upgrade for the popular virtualization software brings support for macOS 13 Ventura and improved compatibility with Windows 11 on ARM. ($99.99 standard edition, 331.7 MB, macOS 10.13.6+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

How to Turn Off YouTube’s New Picture-in-Picture Feature

YouTube has finally added support for Apple’s Picture-in-Picture feature on the iPhone and iPad. Some may like it, but if it annoys you, here’s how to turn it off. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Survey Results: Which iOS 15 and macOS 12 Monterey Features Do You Actually Use?

The results are in and wow, do people not use a lot of Apple’s features. In fact, only 4 of 20 features garnered more votes from those who used the feature than those who didn’t. Some of the usage patterns are no surprise—SharePlay, really?—but others caught us off guard. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

OWC miniStack STX Expands Your Mac’s Storage and Connectivity

Do you have a Mac mini that needs more storage and Thunderbolt 4 ports? The OWC miniStack STX is built just for you. | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

Nitro PDF Pro and PDF Pro Essentials 13.3

Former PDFpen PDF editing apps add support for Shortcuts in macOS 12 Monterey. ($179.99/129.99 new, free update, 259/212 MB, macOS 10.14+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago

SpamSieve 2.9.50

Fixes a couple of bugs in macOS 12.5 Monterey and improves the spam-filtering utility's filtering accuracy. ($30 new, free update, 21.2 MB, macOS 10.9+) | Continue reading


@tidbits.com | 2 years ago