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Both tiers of the Mac mini lineup just got more capable—and more expensive.

It's the end of an era.

With updates to both displays, Apple continues to make a convincing case to be the default choice for creatives of all kinds.

Ready to upgrade? OWC confirms day-one compatibility for all gear and software with macOS 26 Tahoe, iOS 26, and iPadOS 26. Discover how to supercharge your creative workflow today.

Why pay more for upgrading your Mac mini storage when you can use the modular OWC Express 1M2?

More than a decade after the controversial launch of Final Cut Pro X, Apple is turning the page with Final Cut Pro 11.

No matter what your concentration, these five educational sessions from the NAB Show will broaden your knowledge and creative horizons.

Featured during Apple's keynote, OWC's Accelsior 8M2 PCIe SSD is the only way to unlock the performance potential of the new Mac Pro.

Apple's mighty but relatively mini workstation can chew through media faster than ever. Here's what you need to know.

You can control your Logic Pro session with an iPad using the Logic Remote app. Here's what you need to know.

Raycast is the macOS launcher built for power users. This powerful tool will make you more efficient as you search and swap between assets.

OWC testing has found USB performance on base model M1 Macs to lag behind other chips. Here's why.

These apps make life easier for creatives with cross-platform workflows.

Take advantage of your iPhone's awesome camera system and use it as your Mac webcam. Learn how to look and sound your best in Zoom Meetings or FaceTime with Continuity Camera.

If you take a lot of screenshots, the Mac's built-in utilities can be a bit too simplistic. That's where CleanShot X comes in with a focus on efficiency.

Apple's M-Series Macs are amazing. But the choosing a configuration that's just right for a professional workflow can also be very confusing. We're here to help.

Explore the benefits and drawbacks of using Macs and PCs as the workforce shifts to a hybrid model. Which is better for business?

From moving files between devices on your local network, to sending them from a cloud service to your server, the Transmit FTP app does it all.

Just as adding multiple monitors can be a quick way to work more efficiently at your desk, adding a second computer can be equally effective in increasing productivity; especially if you have a mix of operating systems. But how can two computers share one mouse and keyboard? With Symless Synergy, any combination of Macs and PCs can share keyboards and mice. No need for expensive hardware such as a Keyboard Video Mouse (KVM) switch!

Wondering whether an eGPU could actually make your old Mac feel new again—even when doing creative work? We did the testing for you.

The only spec'ing Mac users typically do is on the Apple website. But building a PC can teach you how to get the most from your Mac.

In the latest entry to our intro to GarageBand, we cover how to quickly and easily produce drums and beats and edit recordings using Quantize and Velocity.

Want new Mac speed without buying a new Mac? Consider the eGPU! What is an eGPU? We've got the answer and more right here.

Ever wonder how to record a digital piano on a Mac? Here's how to connect a keyboard with GarageBand, record and edit your performance.

Need an Avid HDX card on a Mac that doesn't have slots? Thunderbolt and the Akitio TItan to the rescue!

Need to find specific file types like all the ProRes files on a particular media drive? The Finder's "Smart Folder" feature makes it easy. Here's how to set it up.

Need help with recording and editing guitar performance in GarageBand? This getting started guide takes you step by step.

Transferring video files from your Android to Mac or iPhone to Windows? Snapdrop to the rescue. A fantastic Airdrop alternative.

Content creation is hard work, and creators need tools to make work easier, faster, and smoother for them.

From MacBook Pros to "trash cans" to "cheese graters." A look at the best types of Macs for musicians and recommended software.

Here are some remote work solutions for media professionals who need to travel back and forth from the office and home.

The Mac is a powerful tool for digital creators, especially video editors. Editing, sound mixing, visual and color effects work can all be done on your Mac.

I’ve been writing a lot about Parallels Desktop, a powerful app for running virtual machines that now runs on Apple Silicon Macs. In April, a short article showed how to install both an ARM version of Windows 10 and Ubuntu Linux on an M1 Mac. Today I’ll show you how to test the upcoming Microsoft Windows 11 on an M1 Mac using a Parallels Desktop virtual machine.

Adding a larger display to a laptop or a second display to a desktop is an easy way to boost productivity. The display ports on monitors don’t always directly connect to the display ports found on laptops and desktops.

The face of online content creation is constantly evolving. But the place where YouTube content creators turn to find top-performing solutions remains constant. OWC is the go-to supplier of YouTube content creators like technology aficionado iJustine; podcast producers like Lij Shaw (the owner of Grammy awarded TheToyBoxStudio.com); and celebrity photographers like Harrison Funk, who has photographed the likes of Freddie Mercury, Led Zeppelin, David Bowie, Diana Ross, and more.