How to restart Finder on Mac
Is your Mac sluggish when using Finder or is the app frequently crashing? Read on for how to restart Finder on Mac.
Poll: Would you like to see Slide Over and Control Center in macOS?
There has long been debate over the extent to which macOS and iOS will converge. Some think we’ve already gone too far down that route, with Launchpad coming in for particular criticism as an unnecessary child-like interface (though it can be made more useful). At the other extreme, some think Apple should go as far as touchscreen Macs and enable people to run either OS on both Macs and iPads.
Apple itself has consistently said that it considers Macs and iPads to be different categories of device, a message somewhat diluted by ads referring to the iPad as a computer.
But I was struck by a suggestion of two iOS features that might work on Mac …
Microsoft brings long-awaited OneDrive Files On-Demand feature to Mac
Thurott reports Microsoft has updated its 365 product roadmap with mention of Files On-Demand finally rolling out to macOS users. Initially offered as a preview in September of last year to Mac users, no formal word was made by the company as to when users should expect a widespread release.
While the site reports not all users are seeing the macOS version available, the rollout (which began yesterday), should hit most users in the coming weeks.
IINA for macOS launches as modern media player alternative to VLC with dark mode, PIP, more
‘Confirmed VPN’ iOS/macOS update makes it the first open service with third-party audits, open source code, more
Confirmed VPN launched last year for iOS, macOS and more, but it has been working on something bigger than just another VPN service. Today, the company has made its apps openly operated with third-party audits, open source code, audit logs, and much more. It is also inviting other VPN services to join the platform called Openly Operated.
Popular macOS photo editor Luminar 3 launching December 18 with libraries, AI tools
Luminar 3 will launch for macOS and PC December 18, as the popular Adobe Lightroom competitor adds new feature based upon artificial intelligence.
How to allow pop-ups on Mac
While blocking pop-ups is generally helpful, there are times when you’ll need to enable them. Follow along for how to allow pop-ups on Mac.
Microsoft announces Edge browser based on Chrome coming to Mac in 2019
Edge was Microsoft’s solution to completely replacing Internet Explorer as the default browser on Windows. When Microsoft launched its new Edge browser, it was only made available on Windows 10, but now, with an upcoming release, Microsoft is bringing its browser to the Mac.
Fujitsu releases new 64-bit Mac app for popular ScanSnap scanners
If you own a ScanSnap scanner from Fujitsu, we’ve got good news for you. You may have noticed that the ScanSnap app for macOS is 32-bit, prompting a compatibility warning when you open it. Recently, however, Fujitsu has released a new ScanSnap app that fully embraces the 64-bit Mac future.
iOS 12.1.1 and macOS 10.14.2 bring real-time text support to Wi-Fi calling, here’s how it works
Earlier today, Apple released iOS 12.1.1 and macOS Mojave 10.14.2. iOS 12.1.1 adds new features like new haptic touch features on iPhone XR and expanded eSIM support. The update also brings support for the real-time text (RTT) protocol to Wi-Fi calling, while macOS 10.14.2 brings it to the Mac.
What exactly does that mean? Read on to find out.
Apple releases fourth developer beta of macOS 10.14.2 to testers
Apple this evening has released the fourth developer beta of macOS 10.14.2. The release comes two weeks after the third beta release. The fourth beta of iOS 12.1.1 has not yet been released.
‘LEGO The Incredibles’ RPG for macOS coming on November 21, pre-order and trailer now available
The Incredibles 2 movie from Disney and Pixar was released to own earlier this month, and now the family friendly film is getting LEGO-fied into a Mac game after debuting on Windows and console systems earlier this summer. Feral Interactive has shared a new trailer for the upcoming LEGO The Incredibles RPG for macOS ahead of its launch.
Apple warns users about macOS legacy media support in latest Final Cut Pro X release
Apple released a major Final Cut Pro X update yesterday with support for third-party workflow extensions, batch sharing, and more. Along with the new features, Apple is also warning users about legacy media support with future versions of macOS.
Updated Aerial app brings Apple TV screensavers to Mac with dusk/dawn mode, new ISS footage
Originally released a few years ago, Aerial is a free, open source app that lets users bring the beautiful Apple TV screensavers to Mac. With the latest update, Aerial brings new videos that arrived with tvOS 12, including footage from the ISS, and more.
New Apple Music features I hope are added in iOS 13 and macOS 10.15
I’ve been thinking a lot about new Apple Music features that I hope are coming in iOS 13 and macOS 10.14. Earlier this year, I wrote up an Apple Music vs. Spotify comparison that summed up exactly how I feel about both services. Both are really good.
These are the best apps with Dark Mode support on macOS 10.14 Mojave
Earlier today, Apple released the public version of macOS 10.14 Mojave. In addition to features such as new applications, new file sorting options, and more, the update adds an official Dark Mode. On the heels of Mojave’s release, many third-party applications have been updated with their Dark Mode themes.
Read on for a full roundup.
OmniFocus 3 for macOS released w/ new Forecast view, multiple tag support, more
In conjunction with the public release of macOS 10.14 Mojave, The Omni Group has today released a major update to its popular task management system, OmniFocus. As part of OmniFocus 3, the application gains tag support, a new Forecast view, and more.
macOS Mojave now available with Dark Mode, News and Home apps, much more
The next major version of the Mac operating system is now available: macOS Mojave. Version 10.14 introduces system wide Dark Mode, new apps like Apple News and Home, new ways to organize (and decorate) your desktop, and much more.
Timing app for macOS updated with improved design, dark mode, Chinese localization, more
Popular time tracking app for macOS, Timing has just received its update for macOS Mojave. The new version includes support for dark mode, which combined with a design overhaul makes the app look great on the new macOS in both light and dark mode.
macOS Mojave developer beta 10 for Mac now available
We’re not quite out of beta season yet. macOS Mojave developer beta 10 is out today. As always, we’ll dig through the latest beta version and highlight all the changes between the first beta and the latest beta below.
macOS Mojave developer beta 9 for Mac now available
macOS Mojave developer beta 9 is now available for testing. As always, we’ll dig through the latest beta version and highlight all the changes between the first beta and the latest beta below.
‘Aqua Screenshot Library’ project aims to preserve the visual history of macOS
Apple collector and podcaster Stephen Hackett announced a new project today aimed at documenting the long evolution of macOS software design.
Office 365 for Mac will require macOS Sierra or higher starting next month
Microsoft shared an Office 2019 for Mac preview last month. Now the company has announced that all the updates that come with the new software will be heading to Office 365 subscribers as long as they are running macOS Sierra or later.
macOS Mojave drops Back to My Mac iCloud feature, Apple Remote Desktop recommended
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When macOS Mojave is released later this fall, the operating system update will drop support for the Back to My Mac iCloud feature that lets you network with other Macs remotely. In place of Back to My Mac, Apple recommends iCloud Drive, screen sharing, and Apple Remote Desktop.
