How to Add a Note to an Apple Maps Location
By Olena Kagui
Olena Kagui
Olena Kagui is a Feature Writer at iPhone Life. In the last 10 years, she has been published in dozens of publications internationally and won an excellence award. Since joining iPhone Life in 2020, she has written how-to articles as well as complex guides about Apple products, software, and apps. Olena grew up using Macs and exploring all the latest tech. Her Maui home is the epitome of an Apple ecosystem, full of compatible smart gear to boot. Olena’s favorite device is the Apple Watch Ultra because it can survive all her adventures and travels, and even her furbabies.
How to Create a Photo Album on iPhone
By Olena Kagui
iPhone photo albums are the best way to keep your Photos app organized. Creating albums to sort your photos and videos can help you easily share specific memories with loved ones or simply make them easier to access whenever you need them. Let’s learn how to make iPhone albums!
The Best Apple Watch Workout & Fitness Tips
By Olena Kagui
While the Apple Watch has extensive capabilities, to many it is first and foremost a fitness tracker. But did you know it can do so much more than display a few stats for your lunchtime walk? Here are 10 of the best tips to help you get the most out of your Workout and Fitness apps.
How to Reduce Apple Watch Notifications
By Olena Kagui
Are You an Apple Watch Expert? Mini Apple Watch Trivia
By Olena Kagui
Quiz yourself on your chronological knowledge! Scroll down to the bottom to check your answers.
Apple Watch Sleep Tracking 101: Rest Better with Your Watch
By Olena Kagui
Is a lack of sleep hurting your health? If, like me, you are among the one in three adults in America who don’t get enough sleep (according to the CDC), then you’re at risk for a whole host of health problems, such as heart disease and high blood pressure. Fortunately, Apple makes it really easy to track your sleep with the Apple Watch. You can then use what you learn to make the lifestyle changes necessary to improve your sleep.
AI Environmental Impact: How Is AI Affecting the Earth?
By Olena Kagui
Today, AI is everywhere. While the benefits of AI to society are promising, a brand-new concern is coming to light: AI has a large carbon footprint, requiring a lot of energy and water. By 2026, the International Energy Agency predicts data centers—which power AI and cryptocurrency—could consume 4 percent of energy usage worldwide, the same amount of electricity required to power Japan. While there are ways to offset AI’s environmental toll, it will require widespread awareness and ongoing sustainability initiatives in order for us to use this advanced technology responsibly.
iPhone 17 Release Date & Features: Everything We Know
By Olena Kagui
The new iPhone release is still months away, but everyone is talking about what the future lineup will look like. Apple launches a new iPhone every fall, and between supposedly leaked designs and predictions from Apple experts, here's what we know about the upcoming iPhone 17.
New MacBook Air Has a Speedy M4 Chip for Apple Intelligence
By Olena Kagui
On March 5, Apple announced the 2025 MacBook Air, boasting the M4 chip built for Apple Intelligence, 18-hour battery life, and four color options including Sky Blue. 50 percent of the new MacBook Air is made out of recycled materials and is twice as fast as the 2024 model despite having a lower starting price point.
New iPhone 16e Has Apple Intelligence, Notch & 48MP Camera
By Olena Kagui
Apple made a surprising announcement on February 19th, 2025: a brand-new budget iPhone is out, and it’s not your typical SE. The new iPhone 16e is the budget version of the iPhone 16 lineup, but it comes with a few surprises, like Apple Intelligence compatibility and a 48MP back camera. Should you consider buying the iPhone 16e? We’ll give you the pros and cons.
