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13-inch MacBook Pro M2 review. Why Apple’s newest chip isn’t the best. How the M2 will shape future Macs. Fix a water-damaged iPhone. Watch YouTube on your Apple Watch. Acrobat vs Preview.

Macworld

How the M2 will shape the next Macs and complete the Apple silicon transition • Apple’s next-generation chip is here but it might take a while before it shows up in another Mac.

Apple’s new dual charger offers smart power splitting • MacBooks and iPhones are automatically allocated a larger power share than Apple Watches and AirPods.

MIT researchers warn of ‘PACMAN’ M1 flaw that can’t be patched • A new vulnerability is built into the chip but there’s no way to know if the M2 fixes it yet.

The MacBook’s notch inspired this developer to make a better AirDrop • This developer used one of the MacBook’s least popular features to make an improvement to one of the better macOS features.

The pandemic forever changed WWDC—in the best way possible • Apple changes with the times, and so does its relationship with outside developers.

LOGITECH MX MECHANICAL KEYBOARD: GAMING COMES TO THE OFFICE

LOGITECH MX MASTER 3S: THE BEST MAC MOUSE GETS BETTER

Hot Stuff • What we’re raving about this month

How to fix a water-damaged iPhone • Emergency tips to get water out of an iPhone that’s been dropped in water and fix any damage. Here’s how to dry out a wet iPhone.

U.S. lawmakers back push to force iPhone to switch to USB-C • EU rule to take effect this year.

You can now watch YouTube videos on your Apple Watch • WatchTube isn’t quite the ideal viewing experience, but it’s a cool idea.

Italian spyware iPhone attack: Why there’s probably no need to worry • The attack underscores the importance of keeping iOS up to date.

REVIEW: 13-INCH MACBOOK PRO M2 A POWERFUL TWEENER IN APPLE’S LINEUP • APPLE’S NEW LAPTOP IS STUCK BETWEEN THE LOW-END AIR AND THE HIGH-END M1 PRO/MAX MACBOOKS.

WHY APPLE’S NEWEST CHIP ISN’T THE BEST • BUT THAT SHOULDN’T STOP YOU FROM BUYING ONE.

Apple Preview vs. Adobe Acrobat DC: Should you pay to edit PDFs? • Let’s see how Apple’s Preview app compares to Adobe Acrobat for PDF handling.

Lingon X: Powerful job scheduler for your Mac • While its main purpose is scheduling, Lingon X provides valuable insight and control over startup and recurring events on your Mac.

PopClip: Supercharge your ability to select and paste text on a Mac • Any selection or text field gains customizable actions with PopClip installed.

Apple Music has betrayed its most loyal listeners • The ad-free, all-music service now has ads in radio stations and interviews in playlists.

Apple TV+ will be the only place to watch every MLS match for the next decade • The partnership will begin with the 2023 season and some games will be free.

How the HomePod can be Apple’s new iPod: Fun, popular, and simple • The iPod was recently laid to rest. Now it’s time for the HomePod to rise.

Tribit Starlet01 kids’ headphones: Astounding sound for a pittance • This wired $19 headset sounds great, is very comfortable, and offers decibel limiting for sensitive young ears.

JBL Charge 5 Bluetooth speaker: Big sound from a small package • Waterproof and dustproof, JBL’s portable speaker is ready to shine in any environment.

Mac 911 • Solutions to your most vexing Mac problems.