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Here's everything Apple announced at its fall Mac event
We take a look back at everything Apple announced at its recent Unleashed event devoted to the MacBook Pro.
Igor Bonifacic10.18.2021Apple updates Final Cut and Logic to take advantage of new M1 Pro and Max chips
Apple has updated Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro to take advantage of the M1 Pro and M1 Max chips inside new MacBook Pros — including playback for seven 8K video streams.
Jon Fingas10.18.2021Firefox Focus revamp gives you more control over privacy and tracking
Mozilla has revamped its minimalist Firefox Focus browser with new shortcuts and privacy controls — and it's bringing Firefox to the Windows store.
Jon Fingas10.05.2021Windows 11 review: Microsoft’s most pleasant OS—until it isn't
Windows 11 is a solid step forward aesthetically from Windows 10, though some of the changes may annoy long-time Windows users.
Devindra Hardawar10.04.2021GM's new software hub will update your next EV like a smartphone
To better manage the countless lines of code that power modern vehicles, GM announced on Wednesday that it has developed an end-to-end software platform, dubbed Ulfiti.
Andrew Tarantola09.29.2021Microsoft's Windows store is now open to third-party app stores
Microsoft is opening Windows 11's store to third-party app stores, including the Epic Games Store.
Jon Fingas09.28.2021Dubler 2 can turn any microphone into a MIDI controller
Dubler 2 turns your voice into MIDI data. But it's probably best paired with its own custom USB mic.
Terrence O'Brien09.28.2021Firefox offers its own take on suggested web links
Mozilla Firefox is now suggesting relevant web links when you search — if you don't mind the occasional sponsored link.
Jon Fingas09.15.2021Chrome beta's experimental cards help you resume recent tasks
Google has released a Chrome beta that uses cards to help you get back to recent tasks, like shopping or a document you were working on.
Jon Fingas08.31.2021Windows 11 will be available on October 5th
Microsoft has announced that Windows 11 will be released on October 5th for new and upgrading users.
Jon Fingas08.31.2021Microsoft might not deliver Windows 11 updates to PCs with old CPUs
Microsoft has warned that it might withhold Windows 11 updates if your PC uses an old, unsupported CPU.
Jon Fingas08.28.2021Windows 11's new focus timer feature will work with Spotify
Windows 11 will have a Focus Sessions feature that uses Spotify music to help you concentrate on tasks.
Jon Fingas08.06.2021A single typo locked Chromebook users out of their laptops
Google botched Chromebook logins due to a buggy Chrome OS update with a typo.
Jon Fingas07.21.2021TurboTax creator Intuit leaves the IRS' free tax filing program
TurboTax creator Intuit has left the IRS Free File program over claims the federal tax agency's system is holding it back.
Jon Fingas07.17.2021watchOS 8 beta hands-on: Subtle but useful changes
The watchOS 8 public beta might not be as big a change as iOS 15, but it still promises better integration with your iPhone, along with health and fitness updates.
Cherlynn Low06.30.2021iOS 15 beta hands-on: A surprisingly complete preview
iOS 15 features like SharePlay, Focus modes and Live Text are ready for testing.
Cherlynn Low06.30.2021Microsoft signed a driver loaded with rootkit malware
Microsoft has confirmed that it signed a driver containing malware, although it stressed the limited real-world security impact.
Jon Fingas06.27.2021How to watch Microsoft's Windows 11 launch event
Microsoft is holding its Windows 11 launch event at 11AM Eastern — here's how to watch as it happens.
Jon Fingas06.24.2021Android 12's second public beta is here
The second public beta of Android 12 arrives today, and it brings features like Privacy Dashboard and mic and camera toggles.
Cherlynn Low06.09.2021Arturia FX Collection 2 packs 22 plugins ‘you’ll actually use’
Arturia's updated FX collection adds seven new plug ins and is a much better bang-for-your-buck.
Terrence O'Brien06.08.2021