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VirtualBuddy runs macOS 12+ and ARM-based Linux virtual machines on Apple Silicon, automatically downloading or using custom IPSW/ISO images. It offers APFS-based snapshots, file and clipboard sharing, recovery mode, and beta device support via Xcode packages. You can customize hardware, save VM states, and build the app from source with Xcode 16.
This article shows how macOS 27 includes a built-in LLM accessible via /usr/bin/fm that runs entirely offline and needs no account. The author tests it on an M1 MacBook Air, noting its limited memory, occasional inaccuracies, and a range of Terminal-based tricks.
A Jamf survey shows more than 20% of organizations running macOS networks have lost money or been breached due to AI tool use, and about 60% expect future incidents. Shadow AI, agentic AI, vendor sprawl and usage-based billing are creating governance blind spots. Jamf urges early governance measures: regular audits, strict data-access policies and use of built-in tools.
container is a Swift tool that runs OCI-compatible Linux containers as lightweight VMs on macOS 26 Apple Silicon. It lets you pull, build, push, and run standard container images, and provides scripts for install, upgrade, downgrade, and uninstall. The project uses the Containerization Swift package and is in active development with a stable API only within patch versions.
Pearcleaner is an open-source Mac utility that uninstalls apps, removes leftover files and manages development and plugin environments. The maintainer is currently busy with full-time work and a new SaaS startup but welcomes PRs and plans to resume issue triage and feature work when time allows.
This article lists nine free or one-time-purchase Mac apps that tackle little annoyances in macOS—from using the notch as a file shelf and hiding menu-bar clutter to boosting file transfers, window management, screenshots, local AI, and cleanup. Each tool solves a specific pain point so the system feels smoother without ongoing subscriptions.
Google’s Gemini macOS app runs on Apple Silicon and sits in your menu bar, ready with a global shortcut (Option + Space) for instant AI assistance. It can share your active window for context-aware answers, sync chat history across devices, and offers tools for image and video creation.
The article critiques the icon design in macOS Tahoe, highlighting issues such as clutter, inconsistency, and poor usability. It argues that the proliferation of icons dilutes their effectiveness, making it harder for users to navigate and understand the interface. Additionally, the piece discusses how the small size and detail of icons contribute to confusion and frustration.