Mac App Read Later
Apple began transitioning to 64-bit hardware and software technology for Mac over a decade ago, and all modern Macs now include powerful 64-bit processors that can run advanced 64-bit apps. These apps can access dramatically more memory, enable faster system performance, and take advantage of technologies that define today's Mac experience, such as Metal graphics acceleration.
Apple has been working with developers to transition their apps, and in 2018 Apple informed them that macOS Mojave would be the last version of macOS to run 32-bit apps.
Apple's transition to 64-bit technology is now complete. Starting with macOS Catalina, 32-bit apps are no longer compatible with macOS. If you have a 32-bit app, please check with the app developer for a 64-bit version.
Opening 32-bit apps
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When you attempt to open a 32-bit app, you will see an alert that the app needs to be updated to work with this version of macOS, or that the app is not optimized for your Mac and needs to be updated.
macOS Catalina
macOS Mojave and macOS High Sierra
If you haven't upgraded to macOS Catalina, you can still open and use the app, but you should check with the app developer for a 64-bit version that also works with the latest macOS.
How to find 32-bit apps on your Mac
System Information can find 32-bit apps that are installed on your Mac:
- Choose Apple menu > About This Mac, then click the System Report button.
- Select Legacy Software in the sidebar. All legacy software is 32-bit.
- If you don't see Legacy Software in the sidebar, select Applications in the sidebar, then check the list of apps on the right. The column labeled ”64-Bit (Intel)” shows ”No” for apps that are 32-bit.
When upgrading to macOS Catalina, the installer shows a list of recently used apps that are 32-bit. You can review this list before choosing whether to cancel or continue the installation:
macOS Catalina also shows a prohibitory symbol over the icon of each 32-bit app in the Finder, letting you know that the app will not open.
How to contact the app developer
The developer (or vendor) is the person or company that made the app. The easiest way to find contact information for an app's developer is to search the web for their name or the name of their app. Learn more about contacting third-party vendors.
To find the name of the developer:
- Select the app in the Finder.
- Choose File > Get Info from the menu bar.
- Look for copyright information in the Info window. For example, Apple is the developer of this app:
Bookmark
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Save articles with just a click from Safari or any other browser and app with the bookmark extension. Articles doesn't simply save links to those pages you want to return to. It also downloads their content and converts it to a minimal format.
Read anything you saved later in an optimized format with custom styles for better readability and distraction-free reading. All content is stored on your device, so it even works offline.
Reader
The reader's design is carefully crafted for articles and offers custom styles for better readability and distraction-free reading.
Choose your favorite theme (Lato, Lora, Alegreya, Vollkorn, Open Sans, Merriweather, Iowan, Palatino), reading mode (day or night) and paging (scroll or page). The fluid layout dynamically adjusts all text properties and margins depending on your device and preferred style size (small, medium, large, extra large), giving you an optimal reading experience.
While reading, simply select text to take notes or highlight favorite sections. Search inside articles to quickly find anything you are looking for. Favor, tag or archive articles, share them via email or export an article including annotations in text or markdown format.
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Cloud
All your articles and annotations are stored securely in Apple's iCloud, there is no external account required.
Keep all your articles safe and at hand on whatever device. Every time you add a bookmark, annotation or tag, it's synced to all your other devices. Always have the latest version, when you start reading on your iPad or Mac and continue on your iPhone on the go.
In contrast to other read it later apps, Articles does not collect or sell any personal information. And it keeps your data private.
Premium
The basic edition is free to use and includes all features. You can bookmark 30 articles each month at no cost.
Upgrade to a premium subscription for more or unlimited bookmarks per month.
- Articles Plus: 60 bookmarks per month
- Articles Pro: Unlimited bookmarks per month
Articles is an independent app, your purchase supports the further development.
What Users Say
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