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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.

ADVENTURES WITH iPHONE

Apple: the State of the Union • Where things stand, and what’s next — a report card for the incoming CEO

THE IMPACT OF A NEW APPLE CEO • With John Ternus set to head up Apple in September, we look at what this means for Apple’s future

THE SHIFT • JOHN–ANTHONY DISOTTO reveals how he has ditched his Apple Watch for a “not–so–dumb” watch, and now can’t go back to a smartwatch

iPHONE CAMERA SUPERGUIDE • Shoot great photos and videos — we show you how!

Create video presentations • Capture, edit, and share video feeds from a camera and your Mac’s display

Quickly manage your files • Find superpowers living in your menu bar with Dropzone 4

Find files fast with Vector • Make sure all your files are at your fingertips with this powerful tool

Create system–wide hot keys • Use BetterTouchTool to instantly launch apps, files, folders and more

Learn vibe coding with Bitrig • Create an app without coding knowledge, but with artificial intelligence help

Organize anything with Notion • Get sorted with this AI–powered task and project management app

Rein in spending with Not Yet • Stop and think before you splash your cash

Go beyond Math Notes • Create smarter, flexible, dynamic, context-aware calculations with Soulver

Bluetooth 6 • The wireless technology that continues to add important new features

ASK • TECH SUPPORT & TECHSPLANATIONS

Top tech for great adventures • Gadgets and apps for living your best life outdoors

CREATE YOUR OWN SERVER • Worried about trusting data and services to the cloud? Find out how to host them safely at home

Oceanhorn 3: Legend of the Shadow Sea • As the last Sky Island descends, it’s time to set sail

Soundcore Nebula P1 • Experience cinema at home

Current Reader • RSS feeds without the pressure

TerraMaster D1 SSD Pro • A fast and economic storage enclosure for Thunderbolt Macs

Plaud NotePin S • The easy way to record notes

Satechi Slim EX3 Wireless Keyboard • Multi–device control

Octavo • Page imposition for printing

Cambridge Audio LR/S • Modern speakers with a retro feel

Venba • A short but rich and tasty Tamil treat

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

John Ternus • Graham Barlow wonders if replacing Tim Cook with a “slightly different Tim Cook” is the best way forward for Apple

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