Top 50 Apple Blogs
Between the iPod, iPhone, and all the other i-devices, Apple has become pretty ubiquitous and has had its fair share of attention. Well, we're going to go ahead and give it more attention by introducing you to our favorite 50 Apple blogs.
We've hand-picked these blogs because they know their stuff, are regularly updated, are easy to navigate, and are incredibly useful. So give them a go—you're sure to learn something new.
- 9 to 5 Mac: This blog is an exchange for information on Apple products and services. It draws on the knowledge of all its readers to create a complete resource.
- About: Macs: Drawing from many different resources, this blog compiles a ton of Mac info in one place. Reviews, basics, and tips and tricks are all covered.
- An Apple a Day Keeps Windows Away: With tips, software previews, and iPhone wallpapers and skins, this blog is loaded with lots of freebies and extras.
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- App Chatter:
App reviews, news, links, notes on the iPhone and iPod touch, and a podcast make App Chatter a complete resource for Apple applications.
- Apple 2.0: This blog, run by a keen-eyed Apple skeptic, promises to take you out of the "reality distortion field" and bills itself as an honest look at Apple products and news.
- The Apple Blog: This is a user-friendly blog that combines daily news with Apple user walk-throughs and reviews.
- The Apple Core: This site is run by two Apple mavens and keeps its followers up-to-date on new Apple products and developments. It also offers videos, downloads, and whitepapers.
- Apple Gazette: A news source run by one committed Apple fan, this site promises to avoid rumors and bring skepticism to anything that isn't factual news.
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- Apple Insider:
Apple Insider is a vibrant news feed for all Apple events and plans. It's updated multiple times a day.
- Apple News Log:
Combining both news and tech discussions into a regular podcast, Apple News Log is a great place to listen in on the happenings in the Mac world.
- Appletell: This blog gives a complete look at Apple. It has new info on the homepage and seperate pages for iPhone, hardware, software, reviews, rumors, photos, and more.
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- Blog on a Stick: TwisterMC takes this blog all over the place and covers many topics. He offers great Apple and other tech-related news, as well as movies, music, and some slices of life to keep the overall tone fairly light.
- CNET News: CNET News is basically a news feed that keeps readers up-to-date on Apple news as it breaks.
- Cult of Mac: Leander Kahney, published author on Apple and Apple culture, runs this blog that offers both business-side reporting and fun trivia.
- Daring Fireball:
John Gruber blogs about developments in Apple products as well as other tech-related news. This site is a little less frantic than most; it tackles bigger issues with some open-ended debate to be had in each article.
- Everything Apple: Everything Apple is one man's look at the Mac world and where it's going. It features both news and opinion pieces.
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- Freeware for Mac: Boasting a huge archive of free software for OS X, this site also incorporates product news and previews.
- I Bought a Mac: This blog is written by a graphic designer who recently switched from PC to Mac. The site is geared toward the new Mac user with the aim of answering their questions and troubleshooting their problems.
- Infinite Loop: This site brings all the news of other Apple blogs while also being part of a larger network, Ars Technica, that incorporates all tech news and issues.
- The iPad Blog: This brand new blog focuses only on the iPad tablet. It has tons of news, apps, and accessories.
- iPhone Central: This is Macworld's focused look at the iPhone. It has news and apps from the experts.
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- Mac 360:
Mac 360 is a depot for news, reviews, tips, and forums. It's rich in tutorials and incorporates tons of content from the Mac-using community.
- Mac Admin Corner: Mac Admin Corner provides tips and tricks for OS X administrators written by an IT professional with over 12 years experience in higher education.
- Mac Bytes: Mac Bytes is a link site that brings in "new Mac Websites, interesting forum threads, opinion pieces, polls, photos" and has an open discussion thread for each new topic.
- The Maccast: The Maccast is a self-described geek resource for Mac users and brings in tons of news on Apple. It's more for the tech and business savvy reader.
- Mac Complainer: Although billed as a place to come complain about Apple technology, Mac Complainer also has tips and tricks, news, and reviews.
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- Mac Daily News:
This site features Apple news and speculation from experts. It also has opinion, iPhone apps, and an attached store.
- Mac Fix It:
This blog is by and for Mac owners, and is geared toward troubleshooting common problems in all Apple products.
- Mac Geekery: Designed for the more serious Mac users, this site isn't afraid to get technical with its tips. Specifically for advanced users, these articles and tips go far more in depth on the tech aspects than your typical blog.
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- Mac Inspector:
This running news feed keeps the reader up-to-date with numerous daily posts and links.
- Mac OS X Hints:
With over 13,000 individual hints on this site, Mac OS X Hints prides itself on being the Internet's "smartest and friendliest community of OS X users."
- Mac Rumors: This blog keeps you up-to-date with all of the latest apple news and rumors. It has a separate blog devoted to the iPhone as well as buying guides and forums.
- Mac.Blorge:
This blog has Apple and Mac news and views that include product updates, company strategy, and more.
- MacBlogz:
A conglomeration of some of the most popular Apple blogs on the Internet, MacBlogz brings a ton of news and rumors together in one source.
- Macenstein: Dabbling in both news and rumor, this site is a light-hearted look at Apple with lots of media and frequent posts to keep it fresh.
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- MacMasters:
MacMasters is esigned specifically for new users. It has a strong focus on troubleshooting common problems in striaght-forward ways.
- MacMike's News: MacMike's News is one man's attempt to keep abreast of all the latest Apple news. This frequently updated site follows rumor and speculation as well.
- Macsimum News: As the name promises, this site delivers tons of Mac news, with breaking stories, opinion pieces, tech support, and user reviews.
- MacSurfer: This site offers daily headlines and news from the Apple world drawing from multiple sources. It also has stock info, archived articles, and polls.
- Mactropolis: Billed as a fan site, this blog keeps all Mac users up-to-date on news and reviews.
- MacUser: A blog by and for Mac users, this site has everything from news to tips and product reviews.
- My OS X Freeware: My OS X Freeware is a depository for daily freeware updates for Mac OS X that doesn't bother with Apple news or rumors, preferring to stick to usable downloads.
- Nerd Vittles: This site is focused on OS X and it's applications, intentionally made for the new and uninitiated.
- OS X Daily: This blog offers OS X and Mac tips and tricks, including tutorials, downloads, and software help.
- Silver Mac: Written by a converted PC user, this site promises to bring Mac news and only address PCs if it is mentioning a problem. It's somewhat of a personal blog with an Apple slant, with lighter posts mixed in with the tech news.
- The Secret Diary of Steve Jobs: This fake diary is a satirical look at the Apple world through the eyes of it's resident genius. It tackles Mac news with humor.
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- TidBits: TidBits is self-described as "Mac news for the rest of us," and it has something for everyone. Categories include networking, business apps, media creation, and more.
- UK Mac:
UK Mac is written by a professional PC IT employee. In it, he espouses his preference for Macs based on personal experience. This blog takes selected Apple news and combines it with a few tips and tricks.
- The Unofficial Apple Weblog: This blog is very focused on bringing in breaking news. It relies on a wide base of contributors to break stories and link information as it becomes available. It's a thoroughly researched source with lots of info to choose from by category.
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- World of Apple: World of Apple started as an opinion site in 2005 and has grown into a genuine news outlet with over a million visitors a year. Now focused on breaking news, and proud of the cease and desist orders it has gotten from Apple, this site promises up to the minute news and rumors.
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