iOS 26.2.1 was released last week, adding support for AirTag 2, alongside bug fixes. However, a small minority of users are reporting that it has introduced bugs rather than removed them. Among the problems being reported are apps crashing, freezing, or lagging; connectivity failures; and severe battery drain … more…

Macworld “It just works” is one of Steve Jobs’ most famous quotes, but it’s more than that: it’s the core principle behind Apple’s product strategy. From unboxing and setup to exploring features, the experience of every Apple device is designed to be simple, welcoming, and intuitive for newbies and techies alike. What’s even more impressive, however, is the way Apple products combine so seamlessly. If you’ve invested in a Mac, an iPhone, an iPad, an Apple TV, and an Apple Watch, but haven’t discovered the features that bring them together so effectively… well, you’re missing out. Master Apple’s clever ecosystem integrations and it’ll feel like the borders on each screen simply disappear. Rather than wrangling multiple devices, you’ll be working…

Apple today announced a new Education Hub in Bengaluru as part of an expanded effort to provide technical training and skills development for employees across its supply chain in India. Apple said the new Apple Education Hub in Bengaluru will serve as a centralized training and coordination facility for supplier employees in India, marking the company's first education hub of its kind in the country. The hub will begin offering courses in March and operates in collaboration with Manipal Academy of Higher Education, which will provide faculty and curriculum support focused initially on digital literacy and Swift programming. In parallel with the Bengaluru hub, Apple is broadening its suite of development courses at more than 25 supplier facilities across the…

It’s well over three years since the launch of a new Apple Home architecture to make HomeKit more reliable and to support the Matter standard. Still, not everyone has yet updated, and if you’re among them, you now have less than a week to do so before your smart home stops working … more…

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Simple and efficient Bluetooth tracker Works with Apple’s Find My app Louder than original AirTag Increased Precision Finding range Easy to set up Inexpensive Cons Still chubby Still no keyring hole Still uses non-rechargeable battery Our Verdict At $29 Apple’s own Find My tracker remains a very affordable accessory for locating your lost items. The new version is louder and has a wider range, key improvements are welcome indeed. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Best Prices Today: Apple AirTag (2026) Retailer Price $29 View Deal Price comparison from over 24,000 stores worldwide Product Price Price comparison from Backmarket Best Prices Today: Check…

Macworld Apple may have another stinker of an iOS update on its hands. iPhone owners on multiple forums are reporting crashes, freezes and other problems with the latest point update, iOS 26.2.1. One thread on the Apple Community forum is called “iOS 26.2.1 has rendered my phone unusable” and complains that nearly every app on the user’s iPhone has started to crash or freeze since installing the update. They report that deleting apps and files doesn’t appear to help. “This is extremely disappointing and feels like a major regression from previous iOS versions, which were stable and reliable on this same device,” the user writes. And they’re not alone: I counted six commenters on the thread who reported the same…