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watchOS 8 Update: New Apple Watch Features & Release Date
By Erin MacPherson
Apple announced during the "California Streaming" event on September 14 that Apple Watch users have a host of new features to look forward to when they update to watchOS 8 on September 20. Learn when to expect the update to be available for your device, plus which new Apple Watch features you'll notice right away, and which may be delayed!
iPadOS 15 Release: When to Update iPad & Which Features Are Available Now
By Erin MacPherson
Apple announced during its "California Streaming" event that iPadOS 15 is rolling out on September 20, but we've learned that some iPadOS 15 features won't be available yet. Delayed features are part and parcel with Apple's large annual software updates, so while we're not surprised to learn that we'll have to wait on certain functionalities, we're still a little bummed. When can you update, and which iPadOS features will be immediately available and which will be delayed? We'll walk you through it.
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Join Our iOS 15 Class to Master New Features
(Sponsored Post) By Olena Kagui on Wed, 09/08/2021
Our online course for iPhone Life Insiders, iOS 15: Master the Massive Update for Your iPhone, starts on September 22! We'll show you how to use the new user interface, FaceTime with Android and Windows users, use the new Focus mode, navigate the redesigned Safari app, and so much more! Our experts will walk you through everything you need to know in our live weekly sessions. Not yet an Insider? Join today and get 50% off your iPhone Life Insider subscription!
How to Share Health Data with Friends or Family in the Health App (iOS 15)
By Erin MacPherson
Whether you're a caregiver for a friend or family member or just looking to create a little bit of friendly competition by sharing your Health app fitness details, you'll be able to do so thanks to the new Sharing feature in the Health app on iPhone. We'll walk you through how to select whom to share with and exactly what Health app data you share.
How to Change Text Size on iPhone for Individual Apps (iOS 15)
By Erin MacPherson
Sure, you can adjust the text size for your entire iPhone, but what if it's just one or two apps that are hard to read? Thanks to iOS 15, now you can decrease or increase text size for one app or several instead of changing font size across all apps! We'll walk you through setup and text size adjustment on iPhone for individual apps.
How to See & Share Photo Memories with Music on iPhone (iOS 15)
By Erin MacPherson
Memory Mixes in the Photos app are special collections of photos, arranged and set to music via intelligent suggestions built into your iPhone. This fun feature lets you watch little slideshows and customize them with filters, hand-picked music, and more! Here's how to find Memory Mixes and their customization options in iOS 15.
The Fastest Way to Save Photos from Messages on iPhone in iOS 15
By Erin MacPherson
Saving photos from the Messages app used to be fairly tedious. Now you can download and save photos with the tap of a single button, thanks to the iOS 15 update! We'll show you the quickest way to save photos from text messages, plus review where items are saved once downloaded.
How to Disable Device Left Behind Alerts on iPhone (New iOS 15 Feature)
By Erin MacPherson
Tired of seeing notifications on your iPhone, Apple Watch, or iPad when you've intentionally left a device at home? Me too. Notify When Left Behind is meant to be handy, but it can be annoying when you don't want to see so many alerts. I'll show you how to disable Notify When Left Behind alerts and turn them back on when you need them.
FaceTime has gotten more attention than almost any other feature with this most current iOS software update, iOS 15. One of the most exciting features to roll out is the brand-new ability for iPhone users to FaceTime with Android users and Windows smartphone users! It's as simple as texting a link. Let's check it out!
The great thing about your Kindle purchases is that you can read the e-books you've bought on your other devices. Can you read Kindle books on iPad? Yes! You can also read them on your iPhone, Mac, and other devices if you have already purchased them via Amazon or Kindle. We will teach you how to download kindle books on your Apple devices.
How to Use Quick Note on iPad (iPadOS 15)
By Ashleigh Page
Quick Note is a floating note editor available from your iPad Home Screen or while working in any app, and it's new in iPadOS 15. We'll show you how to open Quick Note and use it to store your ideas, and then we'll teach you how to close Quick Note once you're done. You may be surprised how handy this new feature is!
What to Expect from Apple’s iPhone 13 Fall Event
By Susan Misuraca
In the 166th episode, David and Donna unpack all the features we’re expecting from the iPhone 13, Apple Watch Series 7, iPad mini 6, and M1X MacBook Pro. Get your fix of Apple rumors and find out when Apple’s fall iPhone event will likely take place.
The Quickest Way to Open a New Tab in Safari with iOS 15
By Elisabeth Garry
Safari got a makeover with the iOS 15 update! Along with the new look, there are some cool new features to check out, such as a few new ways to navigate. In this article, we'll show you how to open a new tab in Safari just by swiping, plus we'll discuss who will love the feature and who may not.
Every fall, Apple's events shake up the tech world with exciting product releases! This year, we expect several events, announcing a series of new iPhone 13, Apple Watch 7, AirPods 3, two new iPads, a new MacBook Pro, and maybe some brand new devices. Let's dive right in!
How to Swipe Between Tabs in Safari in iOS 15
By Elisabeth Garry
Switching Safari tabs on your iPhone used to take multiple taps on the screen each time you wanted to move to another tab, but a new solution has been introduced with iOS 15! Now you can swipe between tabs instead of navigating via your list of tabs. We'll show you how.
The process of upgrading and transferring data to a new device can be painful, but Apple is seeking to fix that by offering temporary storage through iCloud. Now when you purchase a new iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch, you can create a full device backup with temporary iCloud storage, then seamlessly transfer that backup to your new device. Read on to learn how to create a backup with temporary storage for data.
Hide My Email Helps You Protect Your Identity with Dummy Accounts in iOS 15
By Elisabeth Garry
Apple has let you create unique, dummy email addresses to mask your personal email address for a while, so long as you are able to use Sign in with Apple. Now, this service is expanding to any online form that requires an email address. With iOS 15, iPadOS 15, and macOS Monterey, if you have iCloud Plus, you can now sign up for any account or mailing list with a dummy email address and have all information sent to that address forwarded to your personal inbox. We'll go over why you might want to use this service and how to do it.
Custom Text Tones for iPhone? Here’s How (iOS 15)
By Olena Kagui
Having the same ringtone and text tone as your friends can get frustrating. Have you ever been sure you just received a text, only to find that it was the person next to you? A great way to distinguish your iPhone is to change your text message ringtone. We will teach you how to do that and set different text tones for your favorite contacts.
Set Up Your Apple Legacy Contacts in iOS 15
By Ashleigh Page
Losing a loved one is difficult. Having their digital memories, such as photos, allows us to cherish the times we spent together. With the Digital Legacy progrsm in iOS 15, Apple allows you to securely and easily pass on your digital data after death. Read on to learn more about this feature.