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MacworldStreaming services have become the most popular way to watch movies and TV on a Mac. But rising prices and the number of services now available can make it hard to afford all the subscriptions required to deliver the content you want to watch.That means its tempting when you come across websites like MyFlixer, which offers loads of AAA titles at no cost. Of course, theres no such thing as a free lunch, and you should always be deeply suspicious of sites that contain free versions of premium content. MyFlixer has already been banned or blocked in several countries, but mirror sites reappear quickly, making it hard to stop people accessing the portal. Its not just the fact that the content is provides is very likely pirated, but more importantly you could soon find yourself with intrusive ads or even malware on your system that puts your personal information at risk. Heres how to protect yourself against the dangers that lurk on MyFlixer and its various mirror sites.PROMOTIONCleanMyMac: Total Cleanup and ProtectionCleanMyMacs advanced malware protection safeguards your Mac from viruses, miners, keyloggers, Trojans, and other threats. MacPaw, the developer behind CleanMyMac, regularly updates its custom-built malware database to ensure your Mac machine is always protected against the latest and emerging threats.Get CleanMyMacWhat is the MyFlixer virus?Just visiting the MyFlixer site shouldnt immediately infect your Mac with malware. But youll very quickly be prompted to accept new content alerts, push notifications or browser extensions. If you do this, youll then be pestered by adware to download things like companion apps, which will most likely turn out to be malware.The approaches differ for each mirror-site, but the method of getting an infection onto your system is usually similar. If youve already fallen for the tricks the sites employ, then youll need to clean up your browser prompts, remove any extensions or apps, and use anti-virus software to restore your machine back to full health. Well cover all these steps below so that you fix the problems that can be caused by using MyFlixer.How to remove the MyFlixer browser extensionIts quite easy to remove the MyFlixer extension from your browser. Heres the methods needed for some of the most popular browers on macOS.How to remove the MyFlixer Safari browser extensionRemoving the MyFlixer Safari extension is easy and is the same way youd remove any extension from the browser. Heres the steps:Open SafariGo to Safari > Settings then select the Extensions tab.In the left column, click on the Extension you want to removeClick UninstallScreenshotMartyn CasserlyHow to remove the MyFlixer Chrome browser extensionTo remove the extension on your Chrome browser, heres what youll need to do:Open ChromeClick on the Extensions icon in the toolbar (looks like a puzzle piece)Find the extension you want to remove, then click the three dots to the right of its nameClick Remove from ChromeYoull be asked to confirm your decision, so click Remove to finish.ScreenshotMartyn CasserlyHow to remove the MyFlixer Firefox browser extensionIf you prefer to use Firefox, heres whats required to remove the extension:Open FirefoxClick on the Extensions icon in the tool bar (looks like a puzzle piece)Click the Settings icon (Cog) to the right of the extension you want to removeSelect Remove ExtensionConfirm your choice by clicking RemoveScreenshotMartyn CasserlyHow to stop push notifications from MyFlixerWith the extension removed, youll still need to deal with the push notifications that will flood you with adware and potential malware. Heres the steps to take on the most popular browsers.How to remove MyFlixer push notifications on SafariTo stop notifications from MyFlixer, heres what youll need to do:Open SafariSelect the Websites tabIn the left column select NotificationsIn the main pane, select the MyFlixter option and set the drop-down menu to DenyNext, select the Pop-up Windows option from the left columnAgain, find the MyFlixer site and this time set the drop-down menu to BlockScreenshotMartyn CasserlyHow to remove MyFlixer push notifications on ChromeThe instructions are a little different on Chrome:Open ChromeClick the three dots icon in the top right cornerSelect Settings > Privacy and securityScroll down and select Site settingsFind the MyFlixer site and click on itAdjust all the settings to BlockGo back to the Site settings page and select Pop-up and RedirectsIn the Not allowed to send pop-ups or use redirects section, click AddEnter the web address thats sending you notifications and click AddScreenshotMartyn CasserlyHow to remove MyFlixer push notifications on FirefoxOpen FirefoxClick on the three lines in the top right cornerSelect SettingsFrom the left column choose Privacy & SecurityScroll down to Permissions and click on the Settings button for NotificationsSelect the Block option for the MyFlixer websiteClick Save ChangesScreenshotMartyn CasserlyHow to find and remove MyFlixer malwareClearing a virus or malware off your system isnt something you can really do yourself, so if you think your system may be compromised then youll need to use an antivirus program. Youll see plenty of free ones around, but most of these only scan for infection and wont remove anything until you move to the paid version which makes sense as it is providing a professional service.We recommend taking a look at our Best Mac Antivirus Software chart to see the products that weve tested and found to be the most reliable. A prime example is Intego Mac Security X9, which tops the chart at the time of writing. You can find out more in our Intego Mac Security X9 review. Using this software should locate and remove any malware from your Mac that MyFlixer (or any other site) has managed to install on your system. You can read a more detailed explanation of the process in our How to remove a virus from your Mac tutorial.Petter AhrnstedtWhile the immediate threat is dealt with by antivirus, there can still be files and other junk left behind, so wed also recommend you use a Mac Cleaner app to completely return your Mac to a pristine state. CleanMyMac is an excellent option, with a friendly and easy to understand interface that allows you to know what needs fixing without bombarding you with confusing information. You can find out more in our CleanMyMac review.Once you have these apps on your Mac, its a good idea to run them periodically to ensure your data is safe and that your system is running to its full potential.How to avoid the MyFlixer virusWhile free streaming sites might seem incredibly tempting, theres often a hidden cost involvedand it can be nasty. Basically, if youre being offered something that you know youd normally have to pay for, then the chances are its some kind of scam or delivery method for malware. So, to stay safe, dont visit those sites and certainly dont download anything from them. Thats just asking for trouble.If you really want to enjoy movies and TV shows on your Mac, then the safest way is through a paid service. It means youre not ripping off the people that work hard to create the content and arent playing into the hands of cybercriminals that want to steal your data.You dont have to sign up to all of them at the same time though. Most services offer free trials, so you could always work your way through those first. When youve exhausted those, simply sign up to one and binge what you want, then cancel your subscription and repeat the process on the next one. This way you minimise what you have to pay, while ensuring you dont get any dangerous malware on your computer. FAQ 1.What is MyFlixer?A site that offers free TV and movie streaming, often of pirated content from other studios.2.Is MyFlixer safe?No. There are usually prompts for notifications, extensions and downloads that can contain adware and malware.3.Is MyFlixer legal?Distrubuting content for which the site doesnt have copyright is illegal. This is why the site has been banned or blocked in various countries.4.How to block MyFlixer ads?Change the settings in your browser to block pop-up ads and notifications.5.How to protect your Mac from MyFlixer virus?Install and use a quality antivirus app and run a Mac Cleaner app afterwards to remove any remaining artifacts from your system.

MacworldThe MacBook Air, the iPad Air, the Mac Studio, and the iPadApple released new versions of these devices this week, and on this episode of the Macworld Podcast, we talk about whats new, whats not new, and whats totally confusing! Stay tuned, its gonna be a good one!This is episode 924 with Jason Cross, Michael Simon, and Roman Loyola.Watch episode 924 on YouTubeListen to episode 924 on Apple PodcastsListen to episode 924 on SpotifyGet infoFor more information about the topics discussed on the show, click on the links below.Apple unveils cheaper MacBook Air with M4 chips and a better cameraApples new Mac Studio is the most powerful Mac ever even with an M3 chipReally? The new iPad Air has a new chip, and thats itOdd new iPad gets a faster chip and more storage, but not Apple IntelligenceSubscribe to the Macworld PodcastYou can subscribe to the Macworld Podcastor leave us a review!right here in the Podcasts app. The Macworld Podcast is also available on Spotify and on the Macworld Podcast YouTube channel. Or you can point your favorite podcast-savvy RSS reader at: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/macworldTo find previous episodes, visit Macworlds podcast page or our home on MegaPhone.Apple

Even as Apple has released a new Magic Keyboard for iPad Air, the company has also revealed that is has been researching a more Microsoft Surface-like traditional keyboard arrangement.The new iPad Air Magic Keyboard with larger trackpad plus function keys image credit: AppleIt feels as if we've always had the Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro and the iPad Air, but it was only launched in 2020. Well after it was released, though, Apple was continuing to research this Surface-like alternative."Hinged keyboard accessory having multiple installation modes for a tablet computing device," is a newly-revealed patent application, which follows on from a previous version applied for in July 2020. Despite being filed well after the Magic Keyboard would have been in development, though, this patent references over 40 other filings, dating back to 1993. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Apple's Game Porting Toolkit is helpful for developers, former Apple software engineer Nat Brown explains, but it still has a lot of work to do to encourage more games to get made for macOS.An example of gaming on a Mac - Image Credit: AppleNat Brown, formerly of a game technology team at Apple and previously of Microsoft and Valve, was deeply involved in producing the Game Porting Toolkit. A suite of tools to help developers bring games over from Windows and other platforms to run on a Mac.Brown joined Apple in 2019, a time when Apple Silicon didn't exist, but he felt it was to be coming due to the development of iPhone hardware. "I was like, you know, if they're not doing this for the Mac, then somebody's broken," he tells the MacGameCast podcast. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Frederick Fritz Steiner, the dean of the University of Pennsylvania Stuart Weitzman School of Design, has been honored with the Council of Educators in Landscape Architecture (CELA)s Lifetime Achievement Award. Steiner, who also served as dean of the UT Austin SoA for 15 years, has taught at Arizona State University, Washington State University, and the University of Colorado at Denver during his career in academia. He is credited with co-founding the Ian L. McHarg Center for Urbanism at UPenn in 2019 and has written, edited, or co-edited 22 books, including the 2022 title Megaregions and Americas Future.You can hear Steiner discuss his career and decision to leave Texas due to pro-gun legislation in his Archinect Sessions #55 interview from 2016.

id Software studio director Marty Stratton has revealed why the most recent trailer for DOOM: The Dark Ages had so much emphasis on its story, considering the fact that the franchise has been traditionally known for its focus on gameplay. In an interview with EDGE (via GamesRadar), Stratton revealed that this was done because the stories in the newer DOOM games have been quite popular.Stratton spoke about how, despite the minimal storytelling in DOOM 2016, with the protagonist even going out of their way to throw audiologs out of their way, players ultimately ended up enjoying digging intot he games lore.In so many interviews, we sit down with somebody and their first question is about the story, said Stratton. Theres YouTube channels dedicated to analyzing every little bit of iconography. We have data that shows that in DOOM Eternal an extremely large percentage of people who play through the game watch the cutscenes.A DOOM game that doesnt have a story is just an arcade game, Stratton continued, explaining why the story in DOOM: The Dark Ages is such an integral part of the game. Yes, there are people who like that experience, but, well, thats what the skip button is for.It is worth noting that DOOM Eternal placed a much larger emphasis on its story than its predecessor. Quite a bit of the background lore was expanded on not only through text-only lore entries and item descriptions, but also through cutscenes and conversations.The latest trailer for DOOM: The Dark Ages was released back in January during Microsofts Xbox Developer_Direct. Along with giving us a better look at the game, the trailer had also revealed that the title would be coming to PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on May 15.Since the trailers release, id Software has been revealing quite a few details about the upcoming shooter. Game director Hugo Martin, for instance, revealed that DOOM: The Dark Ages will have the largest spaces that the studio has ever made.Despite the size of these levels, however, Martin also said that they were designed in a way that players wont have to end up spending two hours on just exploring without action to break things up. The large levels will also give players plenty of variety as they take on demons.You might start in a dungeon-like space, then open up in the second half of the level into a more open-ended portion, Martin said. Were trying to make sure the player feels theres a good amount of variety.Martin had also revealed that the studio likes to revisit the original DOOM from 1993 to get more inspiration. He compares this to a painter visiting a museum to study a Norman Rockawell painting.Its like a classic piece of art, said Martin. Its like a painter going to a museum and studying the Norman Rockwell painting hes already studied 50 times. Every time you look at it, you learn something new.For more details about DOOM: The Dark Ages, check out our interview with Martin and Stratton, where the duo revealed details about various aspects like custom difficulty options, the games medieval fantasy setting, and the lack of multiplayer.In the meantime, also check out 15 new things weve learned about the upcoming game.

Changes to the Steam listing for Bungies upcoming game Marathon indicate that we might be getting pre-order details soon. While the Steam listing for Marathon has existed for quite some time now, a recent changed added a host of new app types to Steams backend.While the SteamDB details on it are sparse, with the type being Unknown, them being listed alongside the base game for Marathon indicates that it might be various editions for the game, and even some DLC.Traditionally, Bungies other major title, Destiny 2, has always launched its expansions alongside a host of different smaller DLCs, as well as with various editions that include the Annual Pass for that year. This could most recently be seen with the last major Destiny 2 expansion, The Final Shape.This update to Steams backend would indicate that previous rumours about Bungie getting ready to reveal more details about Marathon might be closer to the truth. Back in February, Giant Bombs Jeff Grubb indicated that Bungie might be getting ready for a Marathon showcase event in April.Speaking about Marathon being missing from Sonys last State of Play showcase, Grubb spoke about Bungie traditionally doing its own things for its games, including special showcases for announcements.Theyre probably going to do their own thing, said Grubb. Bungie does their own thing usually for Destiny, theyre going to adopt that same Were talking to our audience strategy this year as well, so I think April. Well probably hear from them about Marathon, and it would just be its own thing separate from a State of Play.In the meantime, Bungie has been continuing its playtests for Marathon. Back in October 2024, director Joe Ziegler spoke about expanding playtests for the game and bringing in more players to get more feedback.He said that Bungie is expanding our playtests a little bit wider and wider. Were looking to add a significant amount of players to each of our milestones as were going forward, and some of these big inflections are opportunities for you all to join us.Bungie has been relatively quiet about Marathon since its release. October, however, saw the company reveal two of the games playable characters, dubbed Runners, through concept art. The two Runners, codenamed Thief and Stealth, will have their own unique abilities.Some more details about Marathon could also be gleaned from a behind-the-scenes video that Bungie had released all the way back in 2023. The video focused on how emergent storytelling thanks to players actions would be a core component of the game.While the upcoming game shares the same name as the classic shooter series, we dont yet know how much of the storyline will be followed in Marathon. For those that might want to check out the older shooters, however, Bungie released the classic shooter trilogy on PC for free.The original Marathon, as well as sequels Marathon 2: Durandal and Marathon Infinity can be played on PC through Steam. Revisiting the classic titles will also reveal to newer players just how many aspects of various Bungie games over the years first originated from Marathon, including concepts like AI Rampancy that played a big role in the Halo franchise.