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Apple Watch Activity badges: Global Running Day on June 3
Trying to grab every Activity badge? Here's a full list of the achievements and what you need to do to get them.
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Swap your old-school AAs for these USB-C batteries
These rechargeable AA and AAA batteries use USB-C, not a special dock
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How to connect two or more external displays to an M1, M2, M3, M4 or M5 MacBook or Neo
Apple's limited extra display Neo, M1, M2, M3, M4 and M5 MacBook problem solved
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How to stop your MacBook sleeping when the lid is closed
Learn how to use a MacBook in clamshell mode, stop sleep with closed lid, keep downloads running, and avoid common power and display issues.
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iOS 26.5 has an amazing new iPhone wallpaper you need to see
Apple’s 2026 Pride Collection includes a beautiful, customizable new wallpaper for iPhone and iPad as part of iOS 26.5. Here’s how to set it up.
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Work smarter: Connect your Mac to an extra monitor
You can add one or more displays to your Mac. Here's what you need to connect an external monitor, including how to find which adapter you need, the best cables and docks, and how to fix any problems you encounter.
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How to type the Pi (π) symbol on a Mac or iPhone
Learn how to use the coolest math symbol on your Apple device.
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AirTag Stalking? How to locate & turn off an unknown AirTag
Learn how to find, identify, and disable an AirTag that’s moving with you, and what to do if you think someone is tracking your location.
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How to type @, #, €, £ and other special characters on a Mac
Learn how to type @, #, €, £ and other special characters on any Mac keyboard – U.S., U.K., and other layouts explained with shortcuts and tips.
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Five tips to make you a Mac power user
Here's what you can do to make your Mac experience immediately better. These will range from accessories to settings and tweaks that will improve usability. You’ll also find that you’re working more efficiently, saving time, and being more productive.
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How to watch 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' for free on Apple TV
For decades, it aired on broadcast TV, but that's no longer the case–it's now an Apple TV+ exclusive. But Apple is making it available to anyone to watch for free, for a limited time.
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How to get Apple TV+ for free: Best deals, trials and discounts
Want to watch Apple TV+? These Apple TV+ deals let you to stream shows for free.
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This Mac user converted an old iMac into a Studio Display–here's how
It's not a simple plug-and-play conversion, but you can make it work if you have the money, time, wherewithal, and patience.
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How to watch 'A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving' for free on Apple TV
Apple is making it available to all from November 15 to 16.
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How to get Apple Music for free
There are ways to get Apple Music without paying, including a three-month Apple Music trial and other lengthy trials.
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How to watch 'It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown' for free on Apple TV+
If you don't subscribe to Apple TV+, you'll still be able to partake in the great tradition of watching this animated special.
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My daughter brought a Mac to college. This is the tech I wish I'd packed for her
Don't leave home without this essential tech kit for college and university students
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How to copy and paste on a MacBook or Mac
Cut & paste on Macs without formatting, paste between iPhone, Macs and iPad, get clipboard options, and see your Mac clipboard.
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Stop! Don’t plug that USB drive into your Mac until you read this
Learn the nuances of file formats to get the most out of your flash drives.
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