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What to do with an old Mac

What to do with an old Mac

... and when to expect new ones!

Lewis Wallace
March 02, 2024

The days of turning an old iMac into an aquarium are long gone. But there are plenty of things you can do with an old Mac, from specialized gaming and streaming to utilizing it as a server for printers and Time Machine backups.

This weekend’s new how-to shows you six cool things to do with an old Mac.

Also in this edition of The Weekender:

We put together a roundup of what to expect at Apple’s March event … assuming we get one! (All signs point to yes.) There are plenty of other new Apple rumors this week, too.
The Apple car is dead! Pulling the plug on Project Titan triggered some strong opinions at Cult of Mac. We’ve got duel editorials (I think the move’s depressing but D. Griffin Jones thinks it’s nothing but good news for Apple), as well as a fresh podcast that’s nearly wall-to-wall Apple car talk.
If the iPhone’s shoddy autocorrect is driving you mad, you can switch it off.
Without some shopping, is it even a weekend? We found hot deals on Apple Watches (sorry, but the Ultra already sold out), Beats headphones and earbuds, the best wireless iPhone chargers around and Apple's Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad 10.
Just in time for weekend streaming, Apple TV+ added more than 50 blockbuster movies to its library. These faves are there for a limited time only, though, unlike Ridley Scott’s Napoleon, which finally arrived on Apple TV+ after its theatrical run.

Enjoy your weekend!

— Lewis Wallace, managing editor

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How-tos

6 cool things you can do with an old Mac

There are lots of things you can do with an old Mac. Here are the six best things you can do bring it out of retirement.

Screenshot a whole page (or an entire email) on iPhone

You can capture a whole webpage or email, without the need to stitch together a bunch of separate screenshots after the fact, using a somewhat hidden iPhone feature.

How to turn off autocorrect on your iPhone

You can turn off autocorrect on your iPhone if you want your texts to come across as casual and laid-back. It’s super-easy!!! :)

How to control the volume with your Apple TV remote

Why mess with multiple remotes? You can set up your Apple TV to control the volume on a separate sound system, like a soundbar.

Special section: So long, Apple car

Killing the Apple car is depressing and sad

Why did Apple pull the plug on Project Titan? Canceling the Apple car in favor of generative AI shows a demoralizing lack of ambition.

Canceling the Apple car is a sensible move we should celebrate

As a big car enthusiast (and a bigger AI pessimist), I think Apple’s cancellation of its car project in favor of tackling AI is good news.

Apple car crashes to a halt

Cupertino completely cancels its self-driving car project and shifts its focus to artificial intelligence.

Apple car comes to a screeching halt [The CultCast]

This week on Cult of Mac's podcast: The cancellation of the Apple car project leaves us reeling. Is this good for Apple, or just depressing?

News

Get ready for new MacBooks and iPads at Apple March event

Expect Apple to hold a product launch event in March 2024 with a range of new iPad Pro, iPad Air and MacBook Air models.

Plus, more Apple rumors and leaks:

3 iPad Pro improvements better than a thinner chassis

The 2024 iPad Pro with OLED is expected to be much slimmer. But here's why more battery life or additional ports would have been better.

Apple Arcade’s future: Kids win, but devs fear ‘smell of death’

As Apple Arcade focuses on family-friendly games built on popular franchises, some indie game developers feel abandoned.

Apple TV+ subscribers get 51 new movies, but not for long

Are there great movies on Apple TV+? Yes, in addition to Apple Originals, now you can binge on a temporary collection of 51 hit films.

Plus, more Apple TV+ news:

Why iPad's Center Stage is probably never coming to iPhone

Center Stage is the best improvement to video conferencing in years, but it's unlikely to ever come to iPhone.

Loop your current faves with Apple Music's new Heavy Rotation playlist

Unlike other automatic playlists, the new Apple Music Heavy Rotation playlist updates daily with your latest favorite tunes.

Deals

Save $150 on a Magic Keyboard Folio for iPad 10

Get an outstanding iPad 10 accessory that will boost your productivity in our Apple Magic Keyboard Folio sale.

Plus, more deals on Apple gear:

AirPods work even better with Mac, thanks to AirBuddy

With the AirBuddy app for Mac, you can make enhanced connections to AirPods, Beats and other earbuds or headphones.

Learn up to 25 languages with this lifetime Rosetta Stone sub

Save nearly half on the app that helps users master foreign languages quickly. This lifetime deal includes all 25 Rosetta Stone languages.

Treat your Apple gear to a 5-in-1, MagSafe-compatible charging stand

Get the streamlined 5-in-1 MagSafe charging stand for just $54.99 (regularly $79). It can charge iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods and more.

Setups

Triple 4K displays: Too many or just right?

Could you deal with triple 4K displays in your computer setup? Some people think it's going totally overboard.

M3 MacBook Pro supercharges trader's rig

An investor sees big gains in performance after switching from an M1 MacBook Air to an M3 Pro MacBook Pro loaded with extra memory.

Satechi's great USB-C hub and stand isn't just for Mac mini

The excellent Satechi USB-C hub and stand works great for two powerful Apple desktops -- Mac mini and Mac Studio.