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MacBook Screen Flickering? The Easy Way to Fix It (macOS Sonoma)
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Why is my MacBook screen flickering? Before you panic and run to an Apple store, there are several easy fixes you can try to get your computer screen steady again. Here's how to fix MacBook or MacBook Pro screen flickering.
10 Best Ways To Use the iPhone 15 Action Button (iOS 17)
By Olena Kagui
The iPhone 15 Action Button is an exciting feature, but it can be a little overwhelming to decide what to do with it since there are so many options. I'll help you figure out the best ways to use this button that are actually practical. Let the customization begin!
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Protect your iPad for years to come!
(Sponsored Post) By Austin Durr on Mon, 12/04/2023
Zugu iPad cases are considered the very best in their class for good reason. But even the most careful iPad owners will notice dust and dirt accumulating during regular use. Zugu's specially formulated wipes and soft microfiber cloth will keep your iPad feeling and looking sparkly clean. Learn more about Zugu's specially formulated wipes and how you can protect your iPad for years to come!
iPhone 15 Release Date & Rumor Roundup: Everything We Know
By Olena Kagui
It's almost that time of the year again when Apple announces its brand-new lineup of iPhones! This September, we can expect the release of the iPhone 15. It is rumored to be one of the most significant iPhone transformations yet! Between the leaks, whispers, and past experiences, here's everything we know about the new iPhone 15 line.
Romanticize Your Life with OHOM Self Heating Tea Set
By Haley Hunter
Any warm beverage lover knows the importance of drinking your steaming cuppa in the temperature sweet spot: after the scalding steam has eased and before the lukewarm disappointment sets in. Finishing your morning beverage before it goes lukewarm is a challenge though! That’s why the promise to keep my beverages hot while simplifying my desk layout piqued my interest. First stop: the OHOM Ui Plus Self Heating Mug Set (starting at $88) and OHOM Leiph Self Heating Teapot Set ($49).
How to Use New Interactive Widgets with iOS 17
By Rachel Needell
One fun new feature that debuted with iOS 17 is the highly requested interactive widgets. In previous iterations of iOS, the widgets displayed bits of info or data. Now, with iOS 17, you can actually use the widgets as if they are mini versions of the app! This includes things like checking off reminders on your to-do list, turning your lights on and off via the Home widget, or pressing play or pause on your Apple Music. Here's how it works!
How to Leave a Video Voicemail on FaceTime (iOS 17)
By Rachel Needell
iOS 17 brought some cool new features to the FaceTime app that users have been asking for for a long time. One of those features is FaceTime's new video voicemail option. The way it works is that when the person you're FaceTiming misses or declines your call, you can leave a video message that they will receive in the FaceTime app. Here's how!
How to Use New Camera Level in iOS 17
By Rachel Needell
A cool new feature added to the Camera app in iOS 17 is a level. It appears on the iPhone screen as you are taking your photo. The level will help you ensure that the photos you take are as straight as possible without obstructing too much of the picture while you're taking it. Here's how it works!
Securely Share Passwords with Friends & Family (iOS 17)
By Rhett Intriago
If you and your family share certain accounts, like streaming services, sharing passwords is probably commonplace in your household. Thankfully, you now have the option to share passwords on your iPhone with trusted contacts.
Keep Home & Work Separate with Safari Profiles (iOS 17)
By Rhett Intriago
You can now create different profiles for Safari, enabling you to separate your tabs and bookmarks for work, school, personal life, and more. The latest version of iOS allows you to have multiple profiles, each with its own settings and browsing data. You can have different Safari browsing experiences for all your different needs. Read on to find out how this new feature works!
Apple's September Announcement: Everything We Can Expect
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Apple's fall event may be just around the corner! Sources say we should set our calendars for September 12 or 13 and ready ourselves for the iPhone 15, the Apple Watch 9, and more. Here's everything we know about Apple's rumored fall event.
Declutter Messages by Auto-Deleting Verification Codes (iOS 17)
By Rhett Intriago
If your Messages inbox filled with a bunch of six-digit verification codes left over from sign-ins to various sites and apps? Your iPhone now has a feature that will automatically clear out verification codes, also known as one-time passwords or OTPs, after you’ve used them. If you frequently get two-factor authentication codes texted to you, this feature is sure to help clear up your messages.
iView: Our Magazine's Digital Future
By Hal Goldstein
Around Thanksgiving, 1985, not knowing anything about printing, publishing, or running a business, my late wife Rita and I launched our company and first print publication: a 32-page newsletter about making the most of the Hewlett Packard 110 Portable PC. For 38 years, we’ve published print issues helping tech enthusiasts—first of HP, then Microsoft, and finally of Apple products—238 issues in all. With the summer 2023 issue of iPhone Life, the print streak ends.
How to Use the Revamped Weather App on Apple Watch (watchOS 10)
By Rachel Needell
With Apple releasing watchOS 10 this fall, Apple Watch lovers will be very interested to know that the Weather app has been completely redesigned. This new version is easier to use and doesn't seem to have many bugs that the previous app struggled with. If you're ready to learn how the new Weather app on Apple Watch works, keep reading!
Best Photography Gear for iPhone 14 Pro Max (2023)
By Olena Kagui
Since every iPhone comes out with a better camera than the last, many of us have ditched those bulky digital cameras and use our smartphones instead. As an iPhone photography and videography enthusiast, I am always looking for gear to take my shots to the next level.
5 Quick Ways to Secure Your iPhone
By Cullen Thomas
With hacking making the news every few weeks, it’s high time to take a moment and tighten our digital defenses. Apple makes tons of privacy and security tools available, but it’s up to you to make the most of them.
Download Your Maps & Use Them Offline (iOS 17)
By Rhett Intriago
Apple has continued to improve its Maps app through every iteration of iOS. Apple Maps has long since proven itself as a reliable navigation app on par with competitors like Google Maps and Waze. Even so, it has been missing one crucial feature, which iOS 17 has finally added: offline maps.
How to Log Your State of Mind on Apple Watch (watchOS 10)
By Rachel Needell
A cool new feature Apple has added to the Mindfulness app on Apple Watch is State of Mind. This feature allows you to log your mood throughout the day or log your mood for the whole day at once. Say goodbye to other mood-tracking apps because this new option from the Mindfulness app is convenient, easy to use, and also quite pretty. I'll show you how.
Log Your Mood & Track Your Emotions (iOS 17)
By Rhett Intriago
Your iPhone now has a built-in mood-logging feature, allowing you to enter how you’re feeling in the Health app throughout the day. This is to help make you more aware of your emotions and better understand why you feel a certain way. Read on to find out more about this emotion-tracking feature.
