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- 01:34 pmChrome for macOS soundly beats browser benchmark records
Google has set new browser performance records for Chrome following a year of improvements, with the latest results made using an M5 MacBook Pro.Google Chrome iconAs one of the main browsers in use today, Google Chrome has engineers working to improve its performance, so it can maintain its position in the market. That work can sometimes lead to massive improvements, even for Mac users.In a Chromium blog post on June 4, Google declares that its optimizations to Chrome have resulted in it setting records in some industry-standard benchmarks. They are said to be records across all browsers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:34 pmChrome for macOS soundly beats browser benchmark records
Google has set new browser performance records for Chrome following a year of improvements, with the latest results made using an M5 MacBook Pro.Google Chrome iconAs one of the main browsers in use today, Google Chrome has engineers working to improve its performance, so it can maintain its position in the market. That work can sometimes lead to massive improvements, even for Mac users.In a Chromium blog post on June 4, Google declares that its optimizations to Chrome have resulted in it setting records in some industry-standard benchmarks. They are said to be records across all browsers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:34 pmChrome for macOS soundly beats browser benchmark records
Google has set new browser performance records for Chrome following a year of improvements, with the latest results made using an M5 MacBook Pro.Google Chrome iconAs one of the main browsers in use today, Google Chrome has engineers working to improve its performance, so it can maintain its position in the market. That work can sometimes lead to massive improvements, even for Mac users.In a Chromium blog post on June 4, Google declares that its optimizations to Chrome have resulted in it setting records in some industry-standard benchmarks. They are said to be records across all browsers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:34 pmChrome for macOS soundly beats browser benchmark records
Google has set new browser performance records for Chrome following a year of improvements, with the latest results made using an M5 MacBook Pro.Google Chrome iconAs one of the main browsers in use today, Google Chrome has engineers working to improve its performance, so it can maintain its position in the market. That work can sometimes lead to massive improvements, even for Mac users.In a Chromium blog post on June 4, Google declares that its optimizations to Chrome have resulted in it setting records in some industry-standard benchmarks. They are said to be records across all browsers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:34 pmChrome for macOS soundly beats browser benchmark records
Google has set new browser performance records for Chrome following a year of improvements, with the latest results made using an M5 MacBook Pro.Google Chrome iconAs one of the main browsers in use today, Google Chrome has engineers working to improve its performance, so it can maintain its position in the market. That work can sometimes lead to massive improvements, even for Mac users.In a Chromium blog post on June 4, Google declares that its optimizations to Chrome have resulted in it setting records in some industry-standard benchmarks. They are said to be records across all browsers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:34 pmChrome for macOS soundly beats browser benchmark records
Google has set new browser performance records for Chrome following a year of improvements, with the latest results made using an M5 MacBook Pro.Google Chrome iconAs one of the main browsers in use today, Google Chrome has engineers working to improve its performance, so it can maintain its position in the market. That work can sometimes lead to massive improvements, even for Mac users.In a Chromium blog post on June 4, Google declares that its optimizations to Chrome have resulted in it setting records in some industry-standard benchmarks. They are said to be records across all browsers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:34 pmChrome for macOS soundly beats browser benchmark records
Google has set new browser performance records for Chrome following a year of improvements, with the latest results made using an M5 MacBook Pro.Google Chrome iconAs one of the main browsers in use today, Google Chrome has engineers working to improve its performance, so it can maintain its position in the market. That work can sometimes lead to massive improvements, even for Mac users.In a Chromium blog post on June 4, Google declares that its optimizations to Chrome have resulted in it setting records in some industry-standard benchmarks. They are said to be records across all browsers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:34 pmChrome for macOS soundly beats browser benchmark records
Google has set new browser performance records for Chrome following a year of improvements, with the latest results made using an M5 MacBook Pro.Google Chrome iconAs one of the main browsers in use today, Google Chrome has engineers working to improve its performance, so it can maintain its position in the market. That work can sometimes lead to massive improvements, even for Mac users.In a Chromium blog post on June 4, Google declares that its optimizations to Chrome have resulted in it setting records in some industry-standard benchmarks. They are said to be records across all browsers. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums01:30 pmGoogle Chrome breaks its own speed records on macOS Tahoe
Macworld Google has posted benchmarks from its own testing with its Chrome browser on the Mac, and the results show a nice speed improvement. In Speedometer 3.1 tests, Chrome posted a score of 61, which is a 5 percent improvement over results posted a year ago. Chrome also recorded a score of 469 in JetStream 3 tests, which is a 10 percent increase. While a 5 to 10 percent increase doesn’t seem like much, consider that last year, Google reported a 22 percent Speedometer improvement from 2024 to 2025. So that’s a sizeable 30 percent boost over a two-year span. Faster is always better, especially when it comes to browsers, since web content and sites are becoming more and more complex. Google states that it performed most of its optimizations on JavaScript. One optimization involves “fast paths” where the browser’s engine can skip unnecessary execution steps. The handling of async and generator functions has been improved, optimized BigInt handling, and more. Non-JavaScript optimizations include WebAssembly items, rendering engine style computations, page-loading and text-handling, and vector gaphics rendering. Google’s report does not state what version of Chrome was tested, though the testing was done on macOS Tahoe 26.0.1. Google also did not provide any test results on Apple’s Safari browser for comparison. I wasn’t able to replicate Google’s results while running Speedometer or JetStream, but my testing conditions are not the same as Google’s, and Google did not define their test bed in their report. The current version of Chrome is 149.0.7827.54. To update Chrome, launch the browser and then go to Chrome > About Google Chrome. In the main window, the top of the About Chrome will show the version you are using and whether an update is available. Chrome will need to relaunch to complete the update.01:00 pmWWDC26 predictions: Siri, AI, hardware and screen time [Cult of Mac podcast No. 23]
This week on the Cult of Mac podcast: We match wits with our predictions about what we'll see at Apple's WWDC26 keynote. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)01:00 pmApple @ Work: How zero-touch enrollment killed the market for stolen corporate devices
Apple @ Work is exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform. Mosyle is the only solution that integrates in a single professional-grade platform all the solutions necessary to seamlessly and automatically deploy, manage, and protect Apple devices at work. Over 45,000 organizations trust Mosyle to make millions of Apple devices work-ready with no effort and at an affordable cost. Request your EXTENDED TRIAL today and understand why Mosyle is everything you need to work with Apple. There was a time when a stolen iPad or MacBook was a double nightmare for an IT department. You had to worry about the data, but you also knew the physical hardware was gone forever and would have to be replaced. A thief could wipe the device, reinstall the OS, and sell a perfectly good machine on Facebook Marketplace. However, with the maturity of the Apple Business platform and zero-touch enrollment, Apple has mostly destroyed the financial incentive for stealing corporate Macs and iPads. more…12:30 pmToday in Apple history: Apple chooses Intel over PowerPC
On June 6, 2005, Steve Jobs said Apple would transition the Mac from PowerPC processors to Intel. The first Intel Macs arrived within months. (via Cult of Mac - Your source for the latest Apple news, rumors, analysis, reviews, how-tos and deals.)11:43 amSteve Jobs made his last WWDC appearance 15 years ago, today
It should be remembered for the launch of iCloud, but instead the WWDC on June 6, 2011, will always be known as the last appearance of Steve Jobs at an Apple event. It was 15 years ago, today.Steve Jobs was visibly more gaunt during his last few times presenting WWDC - image credit: AppleEven as early as WWDC 2006, there was concern over Steve Jobs's health. By WWDC 2011 on June 6 that year, there was no denying that he was looking gaunt, and that he had less energy than we were used to.But then by this time, there was also no denial that his health was poor. He'd had leaves of absence for treatment, and Apple had stopped pretending everything was fine. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums08:00 amThis $40 tool helps you discover Mac features you’ve been missing out on
Macworld TL;DR: Get the most out of your Mac with this lifetime license to MacPilot, on sale now for $39.99 (MSRP $99). Are you making the most of your Mac? Even if you’re a Mac expert, you may not realize all your device can really do. MacPilot changes that — allowing you to unlock some of the coolest Apple features that are hidden from view. Right now, you can lock in major savings and get a lifetime license to MacPilot for only $39.99. Access hidden Mac features in just a few clicks You paid a lot of money for your Mac, so you should make sure you’re getting a lot out of it. MacPilot can help you unlock more than 1,200 Mac features — from displaying hidden files in Finder to fully customizing your dock with spacers and stacks. You don’t need any coding or previous tech knowledge to take advantage of this tool. Change your screenshot file format, disable the startup chime, or use your screensaver as your desktop background with MacPilot. It also lets you see your Mac’s graphics card, RAM bus speeds, and system serial number. Change up your Mac with this lifetime license to MacPilot for just $39.99. MacPilot Lifetime LicenseSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.08:00 amTrade your monthly Microsoft 365 bill for a $44.97 lifetime Office license
Macworld TL;DR: Get a lifetime license to Microsoft Office 2021 for Mac for $44.97 through June 14 and stop paying recurring subscription fees for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and more. The best productivity software is the kind that helps you get work done without charging you a monthly fee forever. Right now, Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac is on sale for $44.97 through June 14, giving Mac users a lifetime license that only has to be paid for once. MS Office apps you’ll own forever: Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook Teams (basic) OneNote (free version) That’s basically everything you need to handle work projects, personal tasks, or school assignments like a pro. It’s perfect for students, families, or small business owners who want a dependable, full-featured productivity suite without ongoing costs. Once you purchase, you’ll get instant delivery of your redemption code via email, along with instructions to activate it. The license connects to your Microsoft Account (not your device), and it works on one Mac for the lifetime of the product. It also comes with updates and free customer service. Just make sure you redeem the code within 7 days of purchase, and note that this version is not compatible with virtual machines like Parallels Pro. Skip the subscriptions — get a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Home & Business for Mac 2021 while this $44.97 deal lasts until June 14. Microsoft Office Home & Business for Mac 2021: Lifetime LicenseSee Deal StackSocial prices subject to change.12:13 amChrome for Mac breaks benchmark records on the latest MacBook Pro
A new post on Google’s Chromium blog shares the results of the latest Chrome performance benchmarks, including record scores on tests running on an M5 MacBook Pro. Here are the details. more…Friday June 0511:29 pmiFixit tears down fake Apple Watch Ultra 3, AirPods Max 2, and AirPods Pro 3
iFixit recently visited the Huaqiangbei district of Shenzhen, China, where they bought Apple Watch Ultra 3, AirPods Max 2, and AirPods Pro 3 knockoffs, took them back to the studio, and immediately disassembled them. Here’s what they found. more…09:28 pmThe better way to use Gemini on the Mac
Back in April, Google joined OpenAI and Anthropic in offering a dedicated Mac app for its AI chatbot software. Two months later, it’s clear that Gemini for Mac isn’t as good as it could be. more…08:13 pmSteve Jobs’ Apple Retail Store chief Ron Johnson: ‘Apple is going to win on AI’
Steve Jobs’ former retail chief Ron Johnson believes Apple is poised to dominate artificial intelligence, largely because the iPhone will be… The post appeared first on MacDailyNews.07:48 pmmacOS 27: Everything we know about the next big Mac update
Macworld On June 8, Apple will officially reveal the follow-up to macOS 27 Tahoe, followed by a months-long beta cycle, and the official release of the new operating system in the fall. As for what to expect, since the development is all in-house at Apple, leaks aren’t as prevalent as hardware, so a lot of the features are seen for the first time at the WWDC keynote. However, we’ve heard about big changes to how Siri is implemented, along with tweaks to the Liquid Glass UI that was released with macOS Tahoe. We can also draw some conclusions based on Apple’s hardware plans. For example, Apple is rumored to release its first touchscreen MacBook Pro during the macOS 27 cycle, so it’s possible that macOS 27 could bring major interface changes related to the new machine. Leading up to WWDC, stay tuned to this page as we track all the latest macOS 27 rumors. We also have an Apple WWDC event live blog where we will be sharing expert commentary and our immediate reactions and what the news means to you. What’s coming in macOS 27: At a Glance New chatbot-style Siri app Release timeline for advanced Siri capabilities New Apple Intelligence features End of Intel Mac support Touchscreen features macOS 27 release date: When will macOS 27 be available? First developer beta: June 8, 2026 First public beta: July 2026 Final version: September 2026 Apple will debut macOS 27 at WWDC26. Apple’s Keynote presentation will be on June 8, 2026, and the company will highlight the key features. The official version of macOS 27 will not be available until later in 2027. In recent years, Apple has released macOS at the same time as iOS. The iOS release has been happening during the second week of September, so Monday, September 14, is our guess as to when macOS 27 becomes available to everyone. When will the macOS 27 beta be released? It isn’t necessary to wait until the fall to try out the new features in macOS 27, though. Apple will release a developer beta at WWDC – likely immediately after the keynote on June 8. Apple will then release a public beta in July. The beta cycle includes several iterations as Apple refines the software. Here’s how you can participate in the beta program.