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Hazel 5.1.2 Agen Schmitz No comments

Hazel 5.1.2

Brings improvements and bug fixes to the file automation and cleanup utility. ($42 new, free update, 20.9 MB, macOS 10.13+)

CleanMyMac X 4.10 Agen Schmitz 18 comments

CleanMyMac X 4.10

Introduces a a redesigned Assistant with extended statistics and more timely recommendations. ($89.95 new, free update, 82.2 MB, macOS 10.10+)

Hazel 5.1 Agen Schmitz No comments

Hazel 5.1

Adds support for AppleScript and running Shortcuts on macOS 12 Monterey. ($42 new, free update, 20.8 MB, macOS 10.13+)

Hazel 5.0.7 Agen Schmitz No comments

Hazel 5.0.7

Brings an assortment of bug fixes to the file automation and cleanup utility. ($42 new, free update, 20.3 MB, macOS 10.13+)

CleanMyMac X 4.8 Agen Schmitz No comments

CleanMyMac X 4.8

Adds native support for M1-based Macs and receives a refreshed user interface. ($89.95 new, free update, 78.2 MB, macOS 10.10+)

Hazel 5.0 Agen Schmitz 2 comments

Hazel 5.0

Major upgrade for the file automation and cleanup utility switches to a standalone app and adds support for macOS 11 Big Sur. ($42 new, $20 upgrade, 20.4 MB, macOS 10.13+)

CleanMyMac X 4.7 Agen Schmitz No comments

CleanMyMac X 4.7

Brings numerous under-the-hood changes, UI improvements, and bug fixes to ensure compatibility with macOS 11 Big Sur. ($89.95 new, free update, 63.9 MB, macOS 10.10+)

CleanMyMac X 4.6.11 Agen Schmitz 5 comments

CleanMyMac X 4.6.11

Enables detection and removal of adware threats that install their home pages in Safari. ($89.95 new, free update, 58.3 MB)

CleanMyMac X 4.6.9 Agen Schmitz 8 comments

CleanMyMac X 4.6.9

Brings improvements and bug fixes to the all-purpose cleaning and maintenance app. ($89.95 new, free update, 57.4 MB)

CleanMyMac X 4.6.2 Agen Schmitz 11 comments

CleanMyMac X 4.6.2

Improves the Malware Removal module with new methods of detecting viruses and malware. ($89.95 new, free update, 53.9 MB)

CleanMyMac X 4.6 Agen Schmitz 2 comments

CleanMyMac X 4.6

Introduces the Application Permissions management feature in the Privacy module to provide more control over your personal data. ($89.95 new, free update, 49 MB)

CleanMyMac X 4.5.2 Agen Schmitz No comments

CleanMyMac X 4.5.2

Adds support for cleaning up new groups of Chrome items in the Privacy module and ensures that Firefox items are displayed properly within Privacy. ($89.95 new, free update, 55.5 MB)

Hazel 4.4 Agen Schmitz No comments

Hazel 4.4

Brings compatibility with macOS 10.15 Catalina and now requires a minimum of 10.12 Sierra. ($32 new, free update, 10.2 MB)

CleanMyMac X 4.5 Agen Schmitz No comments

CleanMyMac X 4.5

Brings support for macOS 10.15 Catalina and adds instant notifications about malware threats. ($89.95 new, free update, 48.1 MB)

Josh Centers 19 comments

Fix Apple Hardware Problems with Deep Cleaning

When was the last time you cleaned your Apple devices? Many common hardware issues can be resolved with a lens brush, cotton swab, rubbing alcohol, and a little elbow grease.