9to5 Mac

• Indie App Spotlight: ‘QuakeInfo’ is a fast and easy way to monitor ongoing earthquakes
  April 18, 2026 by Michael Burkhardt
  Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. If you live in a earthquake-prone climate, you might be interested in a tool to help monitor them. QuakeInfo is a long-standing […]
• Apple’s upcoming AirPods Pro 3 variant could debut a groundbreaking new feature
  April 18, 2026 by Michael Burkhardt
  Earlier this year, Apple acquired a secretive startup: Q.ai, for over 2 billion dollars. It’s the companies second largest acquisition to date, and it leaves you wondering: what’s the end game here? While smart glasses seem like an obvious play, there’s another Apple product in the pipeline that also seems quite fitting for this new […]
• Security Bite: ClickFix malware authors already bypassing Apple’s new Terminal paste warning
  April 18, 2026 by Arin Waichulis
  9to5Mac Security Bite is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Making Apple devices work-ready and enterprise-safe is all we do. Our unique integrated approach to management and security combines state-of-the-art Apple-specific security solutions for fully automated Hardening & Compliance, Next Generation EDR, AI-powered Zero Trust, and exclusive Privilege Management with the most […]
• These are my favorite ultra-slim MagSafe batteries you can get today [Video]
  April 18, 2026 by Fernando Silva
  I love MagSafe batteries and by this point, I have probably tested hundreds of them. There are plenty of great options out there with different capacities, charging speeds, built-in cables, and diagnostic displays, and there seems to be a MagSafe battery variant for any situation. But the feature I like most is thinness. While it’s […]
• How to protect your privacy by opting out of data collection in popular AI apps [Sponsored]
  April 18, 2026 by Sponsored Post
  A recent study found that around a third of AI app users are having deeply personal conversations with the chatbots. Even if you’re not sharing your deepest fears with an AI app, your questions and conversations may still include a significant amount of personal data. A separate Stanford study found that six leading US AI […]

Macworld

• INIU Cougar P64 140W review: Affordable fast MacBook power bank
  April 18, 2026
  Macworld At a glance Pros 140W PD 3.1 charging Large 25K battery capacity Cool looks Good value Cons Lower max output than rivals Our Verdict The Cougar P64 is a compellingly affordable power bank for MacBook owners with its speedy recharging and compact, lightweight form. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing […]
• If your computer feels outdated, this Windows 11 Pro upgrade is your $13 fix
  April 18, 2026
  Macworld TL;DR: Upgrade your PC with Windows 11 Pro for better performance, smarter multitasking, and stronger security — all for a one-time price of $12.97 until May 3. If your computer feels like it’s working against you — lagging, cluttered, or just plain outdated — you’re not alone. The good news? You don’t need a new device […]
• Microsoft Office for Mac drops to $49.97 with no subscription
  April 18, 2026
  Macworld TL;DR: Pay $49.97 once (reg. $219) and get lifetime access to Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac—no subscriptions, no renewals. There are two types of Mac users: those who can get by without Microsoft Office, and those who absolutely can’t. If your work, school, or daily tasks revolve around Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, or PowerPoint […]
• Test your Mac’s performance using one of these benchmark and speed-test tools
  April 18, 2026
  Macworld Is your Mac’s performance not as good as it once was? Wondering if there might be a problem with your software or if one of the components has failed? Or perhaps it’s your web connection that’s bothering you, but you aren’t sure if it’s just that your broadband connection is really poor, or if […]
• Apple TV this week: ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’ is now streaming
  April 17, 2026
  Macworld What’s new on Apple TV? What are the best shows and movies? How do you sign up and what does it cost? This article will answer all of that, and you’ll also get a list of all the currently-available Apple TV content. There’s also a ton of new content in the works for Apple’s […]

Technology

• Hundreds of Fake Pro-Trump Avatars Emerge on Social Media
  April 18, 2026 by Tiffany Hsu
  The artificial-intelligence-generated fake influencers have surged on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube in an apparent bid to hook conservative voters.
• White House and Anthropic Hold ‘Productive’ Meeting, Aiming for a Compromise
  April 17, 2026 by Julian E. Barnes, Sheera Frenkel and Tyler Pager
  Friday’s meeting at the White House followed the introduction of Anthropic’s powerful new artificial intelligence model, Mythos, which U.S. officials believe could be critical for security.
• Cerebras, an A.I. Chip Maker, Files to Go Public as Tech Offerings Ramp Up
  April 17, 2026 by Cade Metz
  The Silicon Valley chip maker filed a prospectus just as SpaceX, Anthropic and OpenAI prepared for their own listings, in what is shaping up to be a wave of enormous initial public offerings.
• How Do You Measure an A.I. Boom?
  April 17, 2026 by Kevin Roose
  A chart created by METR, a nonprofit A.I. organization, has become an industrywide obsession as it measures the rapid development of big A.I. systems.
• Through A.I. Glasses-Powered Translation, Korea’s Theaters Hope for a K-Pop Moment
  April 17, 2026 by Hahna Yoon
  Producers and the cultural authorities hope that technology can overcome a language barrier and take the country’s shows to the world.

Personal Tech

• I Feel So Sorry for My A.I. Sunglasses
  April 16, 2026 by Sam Anderson
  Plenty of people hate Mark Zuckerberg’s superintelligent, supercharged spectacles. I was ready to hate them, too.
• Spice Up Your Cooking Skills With Help From Your Phone
  April 15, 2026 by J. D. Biersdorfer
  Recipe apps and artificial intelligence can give you a boost, but free tools already on your device can also assist with meal planning and preparation.
• A.I. Chatbots Want Your Health Records. Tread Carefully.
  March 23, 2026 by Brian X. Chen and Teddy Rosenbluth
  Following rivals like Amazon and OpenAI, Microsoft is upgrading its artificially intelligent assistant to track your health. There are benefits and risks to consider.
• Paul Brainerd Dies at 78; Pioneered Desktop Publishing With PageMaker
  March 21, 2026 by Michael S. Rosenwald
  His software brought printing into the digital age, allowing users to stop manually splicing columns of text and graphics and instead create layouts on a virtual pasteboard.
• Useful Local Travel Apps to Download Before You Go Abroad
  March 19, 2026 by Ruffin Prevost
  Ride-hailing, dining and navigation apps you rely on at home may not be the best options in many countries. Here are local alternatives to download before you go.