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Mac|Life is the leading independent magazine devoted to all things Apple. For over five years, Mac|Life has helped both new and veteran users get more out of their iPhones, iPads, Macs, and more, with coverage that cuts through today's glut of apps and accessories to find what matters most. With a bright, clean design and casual tone, Mac|Life offers an easy and enjoyable way to keep up with the latest Apple trends and topics.

TIME FOR A “NEW” iPHONE?

THE TEAM

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THE SHIFT • MATT BOLTON is worried that the Lock screen is becoming too complicated with all the different modes it now has

Apple Watch 7 arrives • New–gen Apple Watch is shipping

iWork apps updated • Apple has released new versions of its iWork apps, available for download now.

CRAVE • THE GEAR WE’RE LUSTING AFTER

iOS 15 SUPERGUIDE • iOS 15 is packed with new features and improvements. We’ll tell you about the best and show you how to use them

Compatible devices

FaceTime, Messages, and Memoji • FaceTime gets a social boost with SharePlay, photos are better in Messages, and there are new Memoji accessories

HOW TO Use the new FaceTime features

Safari, Live Text, and iCloud+ • The update to Safari is already proving to be controversial, and it’s easy to see why

Protecting your privacy

Photos, Music, TV, and more • Memories are a great way of rediscovering forgotten photos, and now they’re even better

Focus, Notifications, and Reminders • Fed up with distractions while you’re trying to concentrate? The new Focus feature is for you

HOW TO Improve your focus with Focus

What’s new in Maps and Weather • Explore the world in glorious 3D or use augmented reality to help find your way, and discover new updates in the Weather app

The best of the rest • Accessibility, Siri, HomeKit, and CarPlay have all been improved in iOS 15

HOW TO Use the new Contacts Widget

What’s new in the Find My network

Mac|Life • The only way to get more from your Apple devices

Get set for Monterey • macOS 12 is coming to your Mac soon — here’s how to make sure you’re ready

Back up your Mac • Backups are vital in case you lose files or need to migrate

HOW TO Back up your Data volume

Upgrading dos and don’ts…

Refresh or reinstall? • There may be no benefit in wiping your old system and installing afresh

HOW TO Create a fresh macOS install

Welcome to macOS Monterey • Not all Macs get the same new features, and you need an M1 to get the lot

HOW TO Get your Mac up and running again

REVIEWS • TOUGH TESTING, TRUSTED RATINGS

GEAR UP • The latest & greatest hardware

iPhone 13 Pro • Yes, it’s good, but is it enough to tempt you?

Benchmarks: Our analysis explained

iPad mini (2021) • Apple’s most portable iPad gets a complete redesign and a pro feel

Benchmarks: Our analysis explained

Q Acoustics M20 HD • Punchy playback for all your devices

Huawei MateView • A 4.5k+ HDR display with wired and wireless connectivity

INTELLI ScoutPro 240W Powerbank • Wired and wireless charging on the go

The best hip bags to carry your tech • Want to move light? Hip bags are perfect for lugging your things around in style

STREAMING SOUNDBARS • Enhance your cinema experience, and upgrade audio streaming at home with these smart soundbars

Things to consider…

SONOS BEAM • Great sound — both in movies and over AirPlay — and a wealth of smart features in a compact package

1Password 8 • Do to your data as to your deepest secrets

Usage: System Activity Monitor • Place key system stats at...