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At WWDC 2025, Apple unveiled all of its latest software releases. The new Apple Watch update – watchOS 26 – finally brings Apple Intelligence to your wrist, alongside the new Liquid Glass redesign. But one of my favourite features has to be Workout Buddy. It’s Apple’s idea of a motivational sidekick – almost like Microsoft’s Clippy assistant from (simpler) days gone-by! It delivers personalised fitness coaching during your workouts, without needing an actual human to breathe down your neck. In fact, it’s all powered by Apple Intelligence, with digital trainer voices that talk to you on the fly. But how…
Apple just revealed the next major Mac software update – macOS 26. Don’t worry, there’s still a California-based moniker alongside the number: Tahoe. As you’d expect, macOS 26 will work best with the latest Macs. It’s available for beta users right now, but a public release won’t come until September, if Apple follows its usual schedule. A whole bunch of older Mac desktops and MacBooks will also get the free software update – stretching back a good few years. Note that Apple’s software versions are now named after the year ahead – ie: iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, etc –…
Apple just revealed its next major Apple Watch software update – watchOS 26. As you’d expect, watchOS 26 will work best with the latest Apple Watches, and it’ll come pre-installed on the upcoming Series 11 smartwatch. It’s available for beta users right now, but a public release won’t come until September, if Apple follows its usual schedule. A whole bunch of older Apple Watches will also get the free software update – stretching back a few years. Note that Apple’s software versions are now named after the year ahead – ie: iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, etc – to bring…
Blockbuster movies, indie gems and gripping TV series – here’s what you should be streaming on Paramount’s subscription service Since its UK arrival in the summer of 2022, Paramount+ has quickly established itself as a streaming service to be reckoned with. While it felt a little light on content upon arrival, it’s now matured into a much better rounded service mixing Paramount’s blockbuster movie library with a smattering of indie titles on the film front, with the TV side of things featuring a number of exclusive newer series as well as classic shows of yesteryear. The sheer amount of content…
If you have a smart TV that’s now old and sluggish, no longer receives updates, or has been replaced by a fancier one with better specs, and you’re thinking of dumping it, pause for a moment. You can give your aging smart TV a second life in all sorts of surprisingly useful ways. 8 Photo or Art Display Andrew Heinzman / MakeUseOf You can mount your old smart TV on a wall near a power outlet in the living room, bedroom, or hallway, and turn it into a dedicated photo or digital art display. Load a USB drive with your…
We spend a lot of time agonizing over the perfect smart TV. However, when the box is finally opened and it’s time to set it up, the question of where to place it often becomes an afterthought. But there are more than a few places you might want to think twice about before plopping up or down your prized screen. 7 Above a Fireplace MarinaGrigorivna/Shutterstock From a design and aesthetic standpoint, planting your smart TV above a fireplace can look great, especially if you’ve seen it done in magazines or home makeover shows. However, this setup can actually shorten the…
As a frequent traveler, I find offline viewing especially useful while in flight mode, in transit with spotty Wi-Fi, or when trying to preserve my mobile data. However, not all streaming services are equal in this regard, and each has unique strengths and drawbacks. 4 Netflix: Still the Gold Standard for Offline Viewing Netflix was the first streaming service I subscribed to, and it remains the most user-friendly and slick platform for offline features. The Download option is prominently displayed on its interface, right next to the Play button, encouraging users to consider storing titles for offline use. Most Netflix…
Prana recuperators are modern ventilation systems that provide a constant flow of fresh air into the premises and exhaust stale air, while retaining heat. They help create a comfortable microclimate in a house, apartment, or office, preventing the appearance of mold, mildew, and condensation. Prana 150: The most popular model. Smallest hole diameter and lowest performance, ideal for small rooms or offices up to 20 m²; Prana 200 G: Performance is approximately the same as the Prana 150, but with an increased diameter, which increases the heat exchanger area and, as a result, improves heat exchange. A short base (up…
Nothing ruins a relaxing vacation night like flipping through a hotel TV stuck on reruns. That’s why I always pack a few compact streaming tools that turn any screen into my personal entertainment center. 5 Chromecast Cristian Storto/Shutterstock Chromecast is my go-to travel essential for its simplicity. It’s about the size of a car key fob, but surprisingly powerful. All I need is a TV with an HDMI port and a decent Wi-Fi connection, and I can stream anything from my phone or tablet straight to the screen. It’s familiar, flexible, and incredibly easy to use. Whether I’m watching Netflix,…
Searching for the best lightweight laptop? Looking for the ultimate ultrabook? Want all the power you need for work and/or gaming on the go, in a device that won’t tear the seams of your shoulder straps? You’re in the right place. (Here’s a more general roundup of the best laptops, if you want it). There’s no shortage of super-slim, lightweight notebooks out there among bigger, heavier machines. But if you’re set on skinny, we’ve rounded up some of the best lightweight laptops right here, from Apple’s ever-popular MacBook Air to offerings from Dell, Asus, Microsft and more, to provide an…