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Why macOS Hosting Is a Great Fit for Apple-Centric Development

4 days ago | macobserver.com | Nick deCourville

Apple has long ceased to be just a manufacturer of computers and smartphones. The company is a full-fledged technological ecosystem in which everything, from design to development, is subordinated to the idea of seamless integration. Millions of developers, designers, startups and digital teams rely on the Apple ecosystem, especially when it comes to creating applications for iOS, macOS and other platforms.
My First Impressions After Spending 5 Days With iOS 26

1 week ago | macobserver.com | Nick deCourville

I have spent five days with the iOS 26 developer beta, and my first impressions are cautiously optimistic. While certain features like the new group messaging options are unavailable and there are plenty of bugs to be found, the developer beta provides a first look at what’s coming next for iPhone. From Liquid Glass giving everything the look of visionOS to a new Games app and Apple Intelligence features, here’s what you can expect from iOS 26 so far.
Hallmark Studio Greeting Card Program Not Working on iMac? Here's Why

1 week ago | macobserver.com | Nick deCourville

For those using the Hallmark Studio Greeting Card program on Mac/iMac, be aware that it currently doesn’t support macOS 15 Sequoia. Many people online, including Apple Support forum users, are expressing their dismay because the greeting card app is non-functioning after updating their device. Unfortunately, the only solutions at this time are to wait for Hallmark to update the app, download an alternative, or downgrade to macOS 14, which is not recommended.
My First Week After Switching From an Intel Mac to the M4 Model

1 week ago | macobserver.com | Nick deCourville

Switching from an Intel-based 2018 MacBook Pro to the M4 MacBook Air really made me realize just how much I was missing. I noticed the performance boost upon first opening the Air, as the chipset simply dominates everyday tasks like making video calls and web browsing. Jumping from a 2.2GHz 6-core Intel Core i7 to a 10-core Apple M4 is quite the leap, even if the RAM and storage are somewhat identical.
Amazon Slashes $380 Off Apple's 14-Inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro (16GB/1TB)

1 week ago | macobserver.com | Nick deCourville

Any power user who hasn’t upgraded their rig in a while may want to check out Amazon’s offer on a 14-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro for $1,195.99. If knocking close to four hundred bucks off this beastly machine isn’t enough for you, Amazon also has an offer on the M2 Pro Max variant that’s certainly enticing. While the M2 may be a couple of years old at this point, the upgrade to the Pro model chipset is going to make this an absolute monster for your processing needs.
How To Capture HDR Screenshots and Screen Recordings on iOS 26

1 week ago | macobserver.com | Nick deCourville

For those who obsess over crisp, lifelike visuals, iOS 26 now includes the ability to capture high dynamic range (HDR) screenshots and screen recordings. Moving from SDR (standard) to HDR is as easy as navigating to the new Screen Capture section under Settings > General. This section also includes options for Full-Screen Previews, Automatic Visual Look Up, and CarPlay Screenshots. After enabling this option, your iPhone will snap photos and videos in HEIF format.
How to Downgrade From iPadOS 26 to iPadOS 18

2 weeks ago | macobserver.com | Nick deCourville

If you’re not a fan of iPadOS 26, then you should know that the downgrading process is as easy as connecting your iPad to a computer, putting the iPad in recovery mode, and then restoring it directly from your PC or Mac. While it is possible that you will lose some of the information you saved while running iPadOS 26, know that iCloud is going to have your back for the majority of your files. There are a lot of reasons you may want to downgrade from iPadOS 26, as it’s currently a developer beta.
This Week's Best Apple Deals: $150 off MacBook Air, 50 Percent off Beats and More

2 weeks ago | macobserver.com | Nick deCourville

Grab your best wheeling-and-dealing boots, because I’ve got some of the hottest and best Apple deals on the internet right now. Whether you’re looking for the latest MacBook Air or a powerful charging station for all your accessories, here are my favorites for the week. Be sure to act fast, as not every offer is going to last. First up on the chopping block, Amazon has some Beats headphones at a great price.
How To Find Your iPhone’s MAC Address (Wi-Fi Address) in 2025?

2 weeks ago | macobserver.com | Hisan Kidwai

If you’re trying to find your iPhone’s MAC address, whether it’s for setting up a secure Wi-Fi network, troubleshooting a connection issue, or registering your device on a restricted system, you can do so by opening the Settings app and navigating to either the General or Wi-Fi section. Let’s take a closer look at the solution in detail. Yes, the MAC Address and Wi-Fi Address refer to the same thing on your iPhone.
Apple's 11-inch M3 iPad Air is $100 Off at Best Buy

2 weeks ago | macobserver.com | Nick deCourville

If you’re looking for some Apple M3 power with extra portability, then it’s time to head over to Best Buy and check out their deal which saves you $100 off the 11-inch M3 iPad Air. Bringing the total price down to $499, this 128GB model is perfect for students, artists, or any professional who knows how to spot a deal. Offering Blue, Purple, Space Gray, and Starlight color options, Best Buy is also applying this $100 discount to the 13-inch model.