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The best laptops for battery life in 2024 - our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
These are the longest-lasting laptops you can buy in every category, from ultraportables and Chromebooks to gaming laptops.
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iOS 18 adding new background sounds to help iPhone users destress
By Scott Younker published
The ambient background sounds tool is getting new sounds with the iOS 18 update coming later this Fall.
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Apple issues urgent spyware warning for iPhone users in 98 countries — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Apple is warning users in 98 countries that they are being targeted by mercenary spyware designed to compromise their iPhones. Here's how to avoid it.
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Forget iPhone 16 Pro — Apple tipped to unleash three 48MP cameras on iPhone 17 Pro Max
By Dave LeClair published
A new report suggests Apple is bringing a massive camera upgrade to the iPhone 17 Pro Max with three 48MP lenses.
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Florida suddenly pulls digital drivers license support for iPhone and Android — tells everyone to delete the app
By Scott Younker published
In an abrupt move, the state of Florida ended support for digital driver's licenses, telling people to only use physical IDs for now.
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Best 13-inch laptops in 2024 - our top picks
By Alex Wawro last updated
The best 13-inch laptops offer a good mix of power and portability, and these are the best you can buy right now.
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Best iPhone VPN for iOS in 2024
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
VPN Using the best iPhone VPN for iOS is the simplest way to stay protected on your Apple device. We've reviewed and ranked the five best options here.
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This new drama on Apple TV Plus is my favorite show of the year — and it's 91% on Rotten Tomatoes
By Alix Blackburn last updated
Apple TV Plus just got one of its best dark mystery shows of the year — and it has a high score of 91% on Rotten Tomatoes.
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