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5 reasons Apple’s ecosystem is almost impossible to leave

5 reasons Apple’s ecosystem is almost impossible to leave

By Rajesh Pandey · April 16, 2026

Apple’s ecosystem isn’t held together by one killer feature. It’s the sum of dozens of small conveniences, which makes it difficult to leave. more...

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By David Snow · April 16, 2026
Apple hits record recycled material use, eliminates plastic packaging

By David Snow · April 16, 2026
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By Ed Hardy · April 15, 2026
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By Ed Hardy · April 15, 2026

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Gemini Mac app puts Google AI right in your workflow
Gemini Mac app puts Google AI right in your workflow

By Ed Hardy · April 15, 2026
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Here come fun new April Activity challenges on Apple Watch

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Apple Watch Series 11 hits record-low $299: Save $100 on latest smartwatch

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Swap your iPhone’s standard Lock Screen buttons for something more useful
Swap your iPhone’s standard Lock Screen buttons for something more useful

By D. Griffin Jones · April 11, 2026
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iOS 26.4 adds new way to tone down Liquid Glass
iOS 26.4 adds new way to tone down Liquid Glass

By Ed Hardy · April 10, 2026
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How to put stunning Artemis II moon wallpapers on your iPhone, iPad or Mac
How to put stunning Artemis II moon wallpapers on your iPhone, iPad or Mac

By David Snow · April 8, 2026
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Get organized with advanced features in Notes and Reminders
Get organized with advanced features in Notes and Reminders

By D. Griffin Jones · April 3, 2026
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Make an Apple Music playlist automatically with Playlist Playground
Make an Apple Music playlist automatically with Playlist Playground

By D. Griffin Jones · April 2, 2026
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5 ways to get the best battery life on your MacBook
5 ways to get the best battery life on your MacBook

By D. Griffin Jones · March 24, 2026

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Top 8 clean setups: Great cable management pays off

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★★★★☆Origami case/stand elevates your iPad for easy viewing [Review]
Origami case/stand elevates your iPad for easy viewing

By Ed Hardy · April 7, 2026
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★★★★☆AirPods Max 2 are gorgeous, dreamy headphones — for now [Review]
AirPods Max 2 are gorgeous, dreamy headphones — for now

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Super-slim MagSafe power bank is the best I’ve ever used

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★★★★★This Ugreen Thunderbolt 5 dock does almost everything right [Review]
This Ugreen Thunderbolt 5 dock does almost everything right

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This travel adapter replaces every charger in your bag

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