MacFormat

MacFormat is the UK’s best selling magazine for the home Mac user. Each issue brings you all the exciting developments from the world of Apple, including reviews of new Macs, iPads and Apple’s own apps like iPhoto, iMovie and GarageBand. We’ll show you how to make the most of your Mac, OS X and all the creative things you can do with it. We also review all the latest 3rd party software and kit – so if you’re looking for a new hard drive, monitor or printer that works with a Mac, you’ll be well served. iOS users are also welcome and we review the latest iPad and iPhone apps. ***Note: This digital edition is not printable and does not include the covermount items or supplements you would find with printed copies***

Mac Format

iPhone 14 could be Apple’s most divisive range yet

The Apple Store experience

APPLE NEWS ROUNDUP

Apple has filed 248 carrelated patents since 2000

M2 MacBook Air is hot stuff

Media Picks

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Pawnbarian

StoryTrails

Notion • Free (offers in-app purchases) The best thought-organiser app just got better

Crave

CONTACTS

AIRPODS IN NUMBERS • With new AirPods expected to arrive in September, here are some key facts and figures about Apple’s iconic headphones

MATT BOLTON… • IS GLAD THAT APPLE IS IN “A COMPETITION OF PHILOSOPHIES AND IDEAS” WITH META OVER THE FUTURE. SOMEONE NEEDS TO BE…

Win

Apple Under Pressure • Apple is facing pressure from courts, parliaments, regulators and protestors. But how is it responding?

121 TIME-SAVING TIPS

APPLE SKILLS • Your in-depth guide to getting more from your Apple kit

Create amazing 3D models

Draw a logo in Pixelmator Pro • It has never been easier to design graphics on your Mac – we show you how with Pixelmator

Manage and fill passwords

Automate your shortcuts

Secure your emails and more

Create an amazing movie

Create GIFs using GIF Maker

Refresh your Watch

Bluetooth • It’s old, and a bit slow, but Bluetooth remains a key technology for mobile devices

Save web pages for posterity

Use Universal Control on your iPad • Swipe away your touchscreen troubles and rekindle your love of Apple’s mobile devices

Mac hardware • We help to solve your hardware hassles, from interrupted upgrades to running diagnostics

Peripherals • Thinking inside the box to refresh the parts other tips can’t reach

$AVE MONEY ON YOUR MAC • Struggling to afford your next new Mac or iPhone? Discover how to track down huge savings on an upgrade, plus breathe life into your current setup

Upgrade your Mac

Awesome apps for less

Buy smart, save big! • Discover how to cut the cost of your next MacBook, iPhone or iPad

Get started with Books

How to get started with Books

Do more with Books

APPLE CHOICE • Our authoritative reviews help you make more informed choices

MacBook Air (2022) • FROM £1,249 FROM Apple, apple.com/uk FEATURES Apple M2 chip, 8GB unified memory (16GB/24GB available), 13.6in Liquid Retina display (2560x1664), 256GB storage (512GB/1TB/2TB available), Wi-Fi 6 (aka 802.11ax Wi-Fi), Bluetooth 5.0, 2x Thunderbolt/USB 4 ports, MagSafe 3 port, 3.5mm headphone jack

Sony WH-1000XM5 • £379 FROM sony.com FEATURES 2x 30mm drivers, active noise cancelling (ANC), 360 Reality Audio, 8 microphones; 30 hours battery life (ANC on)/40 hours (ANC off), 250g

Arlo Go 2 • £279.99 FROM arlo.com FEATURES 1080p, 2.4GHz Wi-Fi/ 4G LTE, siren, speaker, mic, SD card slot, rechargeable battery, wall mount kit

Logitech Lift Vertical • £69.99 FROM ogitech.com FEATURES Ergonomic, vertical mouse, left- or right-handed options, four buttons with...