In Apple’s new operating systems for 2023, you can choose to invoke Siri with just “Siri” or the old “Hey Siri”—or turn the feature off entirely. We explain where to find the feature for each of your Apple devices.
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Four Solutions to Gotchas in macOS 14 Sonoma
Some of the new default features in Sonoma have caused confusion. We explain why windows hide when you click the desktop, where printer queue apps went, how to turn off the new reaction gestures, and the privacy awareness icons.
When Should You Upgrade to macOS 14 Sonoma, iOS 17, iPadOS 17, watchOS 10, and tvOS 17?
Apple is gearing up to release macOS 14 Sonoma, iOS 17, iPadOS 17, watchOS 10, and tvOS 17. We briefly examine the features worth upgrading for and suggest when to upgrade each of your Apple devices.
Tips for Getting Back to Work Faster After Restarting Your Mac
Do you avoid restarting your Mac because of how long it takes to set up your apps, documents, windows, and browser tabs again? These macOS and browser settings will restore your working environment after a restart.
Clean Up Your Mac’s Desktop with Sort Options
We can’t help with a messy office desk, but if your Mac’s desktop is a confusing mess of randomly placed icons, using the Finder’s sort options will make it nice and orderly.
Reveal Your Desktop Quickly with a Keyboard Shortcut
The Mac’s Desktop is a great place for in-progress documents, screenshots, and other things you’re working on, but only if you can get to it easily. Read on for two little-known tricks for temporarily pushing windows aside.
Quickly Put Lots of Files in a Folder with One Command
Learn how to take advantage of a slick Finder command that Apple added in macOS 11 Big Sur.
Use Quick Look to Preview Spotlight Results in Ventura
In macOS 13 Ventura, Apple added Quick Look support to Spotlight so you can easily preview the search results.
You Can Now Upgrade to macOS 13 Ventura When You’re Ready
Should you upgrade to macOS 13 Ventura? There’s no need to install it today, but we think it’s now safe for those who want to take advantage of the new features and integration with Apple’s other operating systems.
Protect Your Hidden and Recently Deleted Albums in Photos
Now you can protect the Photos Hidden Album—and the Recently Deleted album—with Face ID or Touch ID on an iPhone or iPad, or Touch ID or your password on a Mac.
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