iPhone Life - Best Apps, Top Tips, Great Gear
How to Quick Launch Camera in 2022: 6 Different Ways
By Olena Kagui
Learn how to access camera modes and open the Camera app faster than ever before! The tips in this article will ensure that you never miss the perfect moment again. Plus, I'll teach you how to use the iPhone Camera remote app on your Apple Watch.
Best Smart Camping Gadgets (2022)
By Nicholas Naioti
With summer comes the opportunity for campouts, road trips, barbecues, and hikes. Sometimes the simple act of investing in a small bit of gear can be a motivator to get out and appreciate the natural beauty around us. From creative portable lighting to the best ways to keep cool in the summer heat, here is a well-rounded list of new tech to enhance your next road trip or campout.
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This Free Calendar App is a Productivity Game-Changer
(Sponsored Post) By Olena Kagui on Tue, 05/17/2022
Apple is pretty good about updating its products, but it seems to have forgotten about the Calendar app and its many downsides. The makers of Informant 5, on the other hand, do not forget to regularly improve their app based on user experience and feedback. The latest updates to this calendar and task-management app are a productivity game-changer.
Does Target Take Apple Pay? (2022)
By Brian Peters
Apple Pay is a popular system used by many people to make payments at stores and online without needing access to their physical credit cards or cash and can be used with Macs, iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches. Unfortunately, not all major retailers have made their stores and sites compatible with Apple Pay. So, does Target accept Apple Pay? The short answer is, yes!
Does McDonalds Take Apple Pay? (2022)
By Brian Peters
Apple Pay is a contactless payment system used by hundreds of millions of people to make payments online and in stores without needing to have cash or credit cards on hand. You only need your favorite Apple device (iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, or Mac) on hand. You can even use it to pay for a purchase at McDonald's.
iPhone Alarm Not Going Off? Here's the Fix! (2022)
By Leanne Hays
Why is my alarm not going off?! When you set an alarm on an iPhone, you need it to work. If your iPhone alarm doesn't go off, here's why and how to fix it.
Quick Apple Pencil Tip Replacement Guide (2022)
By Olena Kagui
There are many reasons why you may need an Apple Pencil tip replacement. I will explain when and how to replace Apple Pencil tips to ensure a smooth glide that doesn’t damage your iPad’s display. I’ll also tell you everything you want to know about third-party replacement Apple Pencil tips.
Great MagSafe Case & Other Top iPhone Accessories of the Year (2022)
By David Averbach
In 2020 Apple introduced MagSafe technology into its line of iPhones. MagSafe is a ring of magnets inside the iPhone that allows you to magnetically connect your iPhone to accessories. MagSafe also allows you to charge your iPhone wirelessly with compatible docks and chargers.
Smart Speaker Showdown: iPhone Life's Top 3 Recommendations of 2022
By Nicholas Naioti
In October of 2021, Apple unveiled the new HomePod mini, a thoughtful update on the cult favorite HomePod (which is now discontinued). But how does the HomePod mini stack up to the competition at the same price point? I’ll break down the advantages and drawbacks of the HomePod mini compared to the Google Nest Audio and the fourth-generation Amazon Echo.
iPhone 14 Leaks, iOS 16 Rumors & Saying Goodbye to the iPod
By Susan Misuraca
In episode 183, David and Donna break down the latest rumors leading up to Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference beginning June 6. David shares the buzz around the iPhone 14 as well as the major upgrade we’re expecting from next year’s iPhone 15. Other topics include smart home lighting and a new trend—earbuds that enhance your hearing!
How to Turn Off AirPods to Save Battery in 2022
By Olena Kagui
Many people want to learn how to turn AirPods off because they think it may help preserve battery life. Unfortunately, this isn’t possible. I’ll explain why turning AirPods on and off isn’t possible. Plus, I’ll give you valuable power-saving tips!
Can You Use Apple Pay on Amazon? (2022)
By Leanne Hays
Can you use Apple Pay on Amazon? Amazon lets vendors accept Apple Pay, but not many accept digital wallet payments yet. So, I'll teach you how to use your Apple Card to make Amazon purchases and how to transfer money from Apple Cash to your bank account so you can use the associated debit card to buy things from Amazon.
Does Walgreens Take Apple Pay? (2022)
By Leanne Hays
Does Walgreens accept Apple Pay, and how do you use Apple Pay at Walgreens? Here's how to use Apple Pay on an iPhone at Walgreens.
How to Inspect Element on iPhone or iPad (2022)
By Rachel Needell
Often, when attempting to save a small image, it will degrade in clarity and sharpness. Using inspect element to save an image will preserve its original size and clarity even if it looks very small on the website. This is a really cool feature, so don’t be scared to check out something a bit more advanced!
How to Tweet a GIF—The Easiest Way (2022)
By Amy Spitzfaden–Both
A picture is worth a thousand words, and since the bird app limits your characters, you'll want to learn how to post a GIF to Twitter. GIFs are short animations that usually show some kind of emotion or reaction and are frequently used for humor or emphasis. Basically, any time you might say, "I have no words." Here's everything you need to know about posting GIFs on Twitter.
How to Transfer Pictures from Android to iPhone (2022)
By Amy Spitzfaden–Both
If you're like me and live in a technologically diverse household, you'll want to know how to transfer photos from Android to iPhone. My husband and I both have a million pictures of our daughter but since he has an Android and I have an iPhone, we've experienced challenges in sharing them. Here are several easy ways to transfer photos from Android to iPhone.
Top Tech Products to Stay Cool in the Heat (2022)
By Olena Kagui
Summer is here, and we are all so excited to spend more time outside. Although the sun can be fun, getting too hot is not. Luckily, there is gear out there that can help cool you down so you can spend less time sweating while you live your best life.
How to Cancel AppleCare for iPhone (2022)
By Brian Peters
The AppleCare+ service can provide additional coverage for your device in case you're worried about breakage, loss, or theft. If you need to cut back on your monthly expenses, however, or have decided you're not concerned about these possible issues, you might want to stop AppleCare coverage. We'll walk you through how to do so.
3 Best Garden Planner Apps
By Leanne Hays
Whether you enjoy growing flowers, herbs, fruit, vegetables, or all of the above, seed starting is an important skill to master. Growing plants from seed won’t save you money the first season. After all, you’ll need trays, lights, and even shelves if you’re starting more than a few flats. But in subsequent seasons, you’ll reap the financial rewards, germinating dozens of starts for the cost of a single seedling from a greenhouse. Growing seedlings at home also allows you to fill your garden with plant varieties not generally found on the market. You’ll have literally thousands of options readily available from seed catalogs. Here are three seed-starting apps that will help you through the intricate and rewarding process of germinating seeds and growing starts indoors or directly in the garden.