Should you upgrade to macOS 12 Monterey? There’s no need to do so immediately, but we think it’s now safe for those who want to take advantage of the new features and integration with Apple’s other operating systems. Details here:

Is it time for a new email provider? Our article looks at recommended choices and helps you pick one that meets your needs, whether you’re an everyday user or a business.

Want to use a timer when taking an iPhone photo or manually control the depth of field in Portrait mode? You’ll need to reveal the Camera app’s hidden controls. Read on to find out how to show them—and what they help you do.

Looking for an affordable alternative to an expensive Adobe Creative Cloud subscription? Check out the Affinity suite: Affinity Designer, Affinity Photo, and Affinity Publisher. Read on for thoughts on how they compare and if Affinity is for you.

Apple’s new Legacy Contact feature makes it simpler for you to give a family member access to your iCloud data after your death. Read on to learn how to make someone a Legacy Contact or what to do if you are a Legacy Contact.

Do you love or hate those red badges on your iPhone Home screen icons? Or maybe you’re indifferent and mostly ignore them? Regardless of your opinion, our article explains how to make the most of them—or eliminate them entirely.

Tired of forgetting your AirPods or iPhone when leaving home? The Find My app’s new Notify When Left Behind feature can remind you of that fact before you’ve gone too far. Learn more at:

Much of the work of sending holiday cards is addressing all those envelopes. However, with the Contacts app on your Mac, you can easily print mailing labels for all your friends and family rather than writing addresses out by hand.