Author: Ruslana Lishchuk

As a Mac user, you can often meet the need to delete duplicates to free up storage on your device. It’s particularly common to delete unnecessary duplicate photos with special scanning tools. Such software offers much faster deletion compared to checking your folders and removing images manually. Can originals be automatically deleted instead of duplicates? Unfortunately, the answer is yes. Such accidental photo erasure is often linked to the software misreading EXIF timestamps. Learn how to remove duplicate photos without risking the original images. How Do Duplicate Photo Scanners Work? To delete a duplicate photo, the software must identify the…

The most recent surveys on data loss among users found that over 70% of respondents had experienced accidental erasure of important files at some point. Even though such a deletion is rarely final and users can often bring the files back to their devices, there are cases in which the success of the data recovery process is hindered. When it comes to Mac users, some of the factors compromising data recovery include the negative effects of SSD wear level and TRIM commands. What Is the SSD Wear Level on Mac Devices? All SSDs will inevitably break down when they repeatedly…

iPhone users with dual-SIM or eSIM profiles can benefit from running two phone numbers on a single device. This is useful for having separate numbers for work and personal life, as well as for having multiple local and travel phone lines. The ability to switch between phone numbers leads to a common problem where messages become inaccessible. We’ll explain here what happens to your messages when you switch between profiles or disable a line and, of course, provide solutions for this issue. Let’s dive in! How dual SIM works in 2026 Your iPhone uses two phone numbers simultaneously. This means…

Apple has maintained its position as the leader in device integration since its inception, but the company took this concept to a new level of perfection during 2025. The iPhone and Mac devices achieve complete integration through their combined features, which include Live Activities, Universal Clipboard, and the new Phone application for Mac. The system enables users to track deliveries, switch between projects, and receive calls through a seamless transition between different screens. Why Integration Has Become Essential The connection between iPhone and Mac devices has evolved from being a premium feature to becoming an absolute necessity. Apple enables real-time…

When files disappear on a Mac, recovery isn’t always as simple as it sounds. Apple has built macOS around speed, security, and reliability – and while that’s great for everyday use, it complicates things when something goes wrong. The APFS file system handles data in ways that make traditional recovery methods less effective. FileVault encryption adds another layer of protection, but it can also lock out recovery tools entirely. Then there’s TRIM – a feature that helps SSDs stay quick and efficient by wiping free space, often erasing traces of lost data for good. Together, these technologies make Macs great…

What may appear to be the end of an era is, in fact, a transition period for Apple’s Mac product lineup. That’s right, we already know that macOS Tahoe will be the final release for all Intel Macs. Older Mac users, though, won’t be abandoned overnight. So, what is in the cards for those using Intel Macs? How long can you stick to your devices, and how can you make the transition to newer models easier? Intel Macs Era in Retrospective Back in 2005, Apple basically switched from its old chips and introduced Intel microprocessors. By 2007, every Mac had…

macOS Sequoia has been on the market for quite a while. Officially launched back in September 2024, it marked the release of some significant updates, bringing Apple fans’ user experience to a new level. Although macOS Sequoia is a major improvement to the system’s performance in most aspects, there are still some limitations to it that one should keep in mind. Following is a quick summary of the big features of macOS Sequoia and certain pitfalls of the upgrade. MacOS Sequoia Key Improvements: What Was Good? iPhone Mirroring macOS Sequoia introduced Apple fans to a groundbreaking feature of iPhone mirroring.…

The process of staying productive on a Mac requires users to handle multiple small tasks, which include email and note management, research activities, and deadline fulfillment. The combination of Apple shortcuts automation and Apple Intelligence helps users tackle their excessive workload, which affects bloggers, students, entrepreneurs, and other users. The tools allow them to save time by performing document summarization, email creation, and system organization tasks. It enables them to stay focused on their essential work. The following guide shows simple yet functional workflows that help users turn their Mac into an efficient productivity tool. Why Mac Automation Matters? The…

The leading solution for Mac users who want to operate Windows and additional operating systems together with macOS is Parallels Desktop. The software provides developers, gamers, and regular business users with the most straightforward path to linking their work between macOS and Windows systems. The new Parallels 26 version delivers enhanced performance, better system integration, and a hidden Internet Speed Booster feature that has generated widespread interest. The name alone sounds bold – who doesn’t want faster internet inside their virtual machine? But here’s the catch: Parallels hasn’t exactly been clear on how it works, or even if it does…

Smart glasses, new laptops, and AI-powered servers, you name it! Artificial intelligence has great potential to revolutionize the world of devices, and Apple is very well aware of it. According to sources, we are to expect a new generation of Apple Silicon chips as early as 2026. Let’s dive deeper into what’s in the cards for Apple and how Apple AI Chips may empower Mac devices in the future. What Do We Know About New Apple AI Chips? New Apple Silicon chips are reportedly under development, and although the information is still primarily based on leaks and speculation, we have…