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***
Meet the team
Mac FORMAT
Far out! Apple’s incredible autumn line-up – revealed
iPhone 14 • New features, new colours, new sizes
iPhone 14 Pro
Watch Ultra
Watch SE
AirPods Pro 2
Hindsight
Charmstone • So long ç+†, this app makes app-switching a breeze
Citizen Sleeper
Media Picks
1 Password 8
Crave
MATT BOLTON… • THINKS THAT THE iPHONE’S NEW ‘DYNAMIC ISLAND’ IS A TOTAL GIMMICK… AND ALSO APPLE’S BEST BIT OF DESIGN IN YEARS
APPLE AND FINANCIAL SERVICES • With the impending launch of Apple Pay Later, Charlotte Henry looks at Apple’s place in the world of financial services
iOS 16 SUPERGUIDE • Make the most of your next free iPhone upgrade with our in-depth guide to all its new features – plus essential tips and tricks
Lock Screen and Focus
Photos • It’s easier than ever to share your favourite photos with friends and family
Messages and Mail • New abilities bring Apple’s messaging apps up to date
What’s new in Maps
Safari and Security • New features include a replacement for passwords
The best of the rest
APPLE SKILLS
Manage how links open
Access your Mac anywhere
Share files fast with AirDrop
Streamline your workflow
Make dynamic presentations • Give your animated presentations extra pizzazz in Keynote 12.1
Get details about photos • Want to know more about a landmark in your photo? Here’s how to do it
Track ageing with Humanity • Help increase your lifespan with this helpful companion app for iPhone
Use Maps on apple Watch • Maps makes it easy to get anywhere, in the right way, at the right time…
Continuity • This powerful set of features make it easier to use all your Apple devices together
GENIUS TIPS
iOS software • Swipe away your touchscreen troubles and rekindle your love of Apple’s mobile devices
Networking • We help to solve your Wi-Fi woes and connection conundrums
macOS • Shine a spotlight on the solutions to your most irritating Mac problems
PRINT YOUR PHOTOS • Give your digital photos a new lease of life by turning them into physical prints
PREP YOUR PICS FOR PRINTING • Editing tips on creating a print with more punch
TURN YOUR PHOTOS INTO A BOOK (OR MUG OR JIGSAW…) • Bring your digital photos to life on a range of products
RESTORE OLDER PHOTOS • Turn analogue prints into digital images and turn back time on faded prints
Get started with Podcasts
Get started with Podcasts
Go further with Podcasts • Now you’ve mastered the basics, it’s time to get the most out of Podcasts
APPLE CHOICE
Samsung M8
Insta360 ONE RS
TP-Link Archer AX55
Belkin Connect Pro Thunderbolt 4 Dock
Airpulse P100X
Ezviz C6 2K Smart Home Camera
Nanoleaf Ultra Black Triangles Smarter Kit
THE BEST CALENDAR APPS FOR MAC & iOS • We pit the best calendar apps...