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***

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Meet the team

Apple unveils AirPods Max • And Apple Fitness+ also hits the big time

THE POLL

APPLE NEWS ROUNDUP

HoudahSpot 6 $34 (about £30) • Never lose a file on your Mac again

Media Picks

Crave • THE GEAR WE ARE LUSTING AFTER

MATT BOLTON… • ONLY NEEDS TO SEE TO SEE ONE MAJOR AREA OF IMPROVEMENT FROM APPLE IN 2021, AND THAT’S THE ACCESSORIES

Win • A storage bundle for your devices from WD!

Apple TV+ show time • If you’ve previously dismissed Apple TV+, it might be time to take another look…

Best free apps for Mac & iOS • From powerful desktop publishing to easy-to-use video tools, there’s something for everyone in our no-cost software collection

Must-have freebies for your Mac • Boost your Mac’s toolset without spending a penny

More free Mac apps • There are plenty more completely gratis options to choose from

Indispensable additions to your iPhone • Our selection of the very best apps for iOS devices

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Compelling apps for your iPad • Make your iPad more capable without having to splash the cash…

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APPLE SKILLS

Screen Sharing in Messages • Help friends and family members by accessing their Macs remotely

Master Messages in Big Sur • The new version of macOS features some big improvements in Messages

Do more with your images • Photoshop Elements 2021’s Guided Edits make photo editing simple

Run Linux on your Mac • Run a virtual machine for free with VMware Fusion Player 12

Keep your Mac awake • Prevent sleep interrupting your tasks with the Amphetamine app

Look your best on video calls • Can’t meet in person? Here’s how to master the art of video calling

Make the most of Scribble • The iPadOS feature that’s a lot like handwriting, only smarter

Create shareable videos • New features and an interface overhaul have made Clips even easier to use

Create custom widgets • Widgetsmith gives control over your Home screen in iOS 14

Ceramic Shield • It’s the toughest glass on any smartphone. How does it work?

GENIUS TIPS

iOS software • Swipe away your touchscreen troubles and rekindle your love of Apple’s mobile devices

Mac hardware • We help to solve your hardware hassles, from interrupted upgrades to running diagnostics

macOS • Shine a spotlight on the solutions to your most irritating Mac problems

The iOS 14 Shortcuts primer • Get started with Shortcuts and learn how to create a range of powerful workflows that will simplify your life

Get started with the Shortcuts app • Find your way around Apple’s powerful workflows

Find things • Tired of looking things up? Get some helpers

Customise your device • Style up your device the way you want it to look

Shortcuts on Apple Watch • Use automations to give your Watch a serious boost

Save time, data, battery • Shortcuts that boost...