An Intel-based app that worked before your macOS 27 upgrade may need Rosetta reinstalled. Here’s how to restore Apple’s translation software.
Austin Mac Works Blog: Troubleshooting
Shared Albums at Work: What Changed and Why Your iCloud Storage May Fill Up
Photos in Apple’s Shared Albums never used to count against your iCloud storage. New permanent albums preserve full-resolution photos but use your allowance. Here’s what changed and what to check when project photos stop syncing.
Find What’s Filling Your Disk with OmniDiskSweeper
Running low on Mac disk space? The free OmniDiskSweeper shows which files and folders are hogging your storage, sorted by size so you can quickly find and trash the biggest culprits.
Follow These Steps When Switching to a New iPhone 18
Getting a new iPhone 18? Don’t rush the setup. A little prep work now can save you from missing data, apps, and settings later. Here’s what to do before and after transferring from your old iPhone.
Keep a USB Mouse and Keyboard Around for Troubleshooting
For troubleshooting, your wireless Magic Keyboard and Magic Trackpad can work over USB-C if needed, but if Bluetooth or pairing fails when you’re booting into macOS Recovery, an old or cheap wired USB mouse and keyboard can save the day.
Be Careful When Offloading iPhone Apps
Automatic offloading of unused apps saves iPhone storage, but it’s inconvenient if you need an app that has been offloaded and there’s no connectivity to redownload it. Plan ahead!
WhatCable Reports on Your USB-C Cables
Not sure if your USB-C cable is delivering power and data as it should? USB-C cables look similar but may work differently. Use the free WhatCable app to see what each of your cables supports.
Use Fake Contacts to Improve Dictation Accuracy
Frustrated when Dictation on the iPhone mangles what you meant to say? Create fake contacts for troublesome words, and Dictation will learn to recognize them correctly across all your Apple devices.
Today’s Fire Prevention Tip: Avoid Cheap Lithium-Ion Batteries
A study found that nearly 8% of cheap lithium-ion batteries have dangerous manufacturing defects that can cause catastrophic failure—even fires—while name-brand cells had none. Stick with reputable brands.
Not All Your Mac’s USB-C Ports Are the Same
Your Mac’s USB-C ports look identical, but one is special—and using it can cause macOS installations or updates on external drives to fail, or trigger other errors with Thunderbolt docks. Learn which USB-C port isn’t like the others.
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