Tamlin Day

What to Expect from Apple's March 25 Event

By Tamlin Day

It's that time again. For the last few years, Apple has hosted its first announcement of the year in March, and this year looks to be no exception. The official date, March 25, already has plenty of rumors flying around the blogosphere. From new Apple streaming services to AirPods and AirPower, we've got all the current rumors right here and ready for your perusal. So pull up a chair, grab your hot beverage of choice, and read on to learn all about what to expect from the upcoming March 25 announcement.

How to Move from an Android Tablet to an iPad Pro

By Tamlin Day

Are you ready to take the plunge and move from your old Android tablet to a new iPad Pro? The decision to start over with a new device in a new mobile operating system can be daunting, but the good news is that transferring important data from an Android to an iOS device is simple when you know how. In this article, we'll cover how to move contacts, documents, and other data from your old Android device to your new iPad Pro. Read on to learn more about this stress-free setup method.

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How to Set Up a Voicemail Message for the First Time

By Tamlin Day

If you've owned an iPhone (or any other smartphone) before, then chances are pretty good you've already recorded a voicemail message. If you're just getting started with your first smartphone, or if you've switched carriers, then you'll need to record a new voicemail message. In this article, we'll cover how to set up a first-time voicemail using your iPhone's Visual Voicemail screen inside the Phone app. Read on to learn all about how to set up a voicemail from scratch on your new iPhone.

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How to Switch Sim Cards on the iPhone

By Tamlin Day

Sometimes, you just need to start over. If you are switching out SIM cards for a new carrier or because your old one stopped working or transferring a SIM card from an old smartphone, then this guide will show you how to switch out SIM cards for all models of the iPhone. Switching out the SIM card is easy when you know where to look, but each model is different. Fear not! We've got you covered. Read on to learn all about how to switch SIM cards on your iPhone.

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Power Bank Roundup: Staying Charged While On the Go

By Tamlin Day

Losing battery in the middle of the day can be really frustrating, especially if you need your iPhone for work. If you spend a lot of time on your iPhone throughout the day without spending much time near an outlet, then you're probably in the market for an external power bank. In this roundup, we'll show you all our favorite external chargers from the past year as well as our favorite new power bank from CES 2019. Whether you're looking for something stylish or powerful, we've got the power bank that's right for you. Read on to learn all about the chargers we love.

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Slim, Safe, & Stylish: Bulk-Free Protection for Your iPhone XS

By Tamlin Day

Your iPhone XS is slim and compact, and your case should be, too. In this roundup, we'll show you all of our favorite slim XS cases including one of the winners of our Best of CES 2019 award. All of these cases are slim enough to fit in your pocket but rugged enough to protect your iPhone XS from all the drops, dings, and bumps along the way. Read on to learn all about our favorite slim iPhone XS cases.

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How to Set Up Your New HomePod

By Tamlin Day

Setting up a brand new HomePod is exciting, but it can also be a frustrating process. In this article, we'll cover how to set up your HomePod as well as basic troubleshooting tips for if your HomePod and iOS device refuse to communicate. From where to place your HomePod for the best sound to how to avoid enabling your grandkids to order off Amazon, we've got you covered. Read on to learn all about how to set up your HomePod and which security options are right for you.

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Got a New iPhone? Here's How to Set Up Your Device

By Tamlin Day

There's nothing quite like that moment when you open an Apple box and see your fresh new iPhone for the first time, but what comes next? In this article, we'll teach you how to set up a new iPhone with a new Apple ID or with an existing Apple ID and data from an older device. Whether you're a first-time user or upgrading your current iPhone to a new device, we've got you covered. Read on to learn how to transfer data from an existing device, restore your settings from iCloud, or create your very first Apple ID for your brand new iPhone.

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Why Messenger Sends Question Marks (& Other Weird Glyphs) & How to Fix the Problem

By Tamlin Day

Anytime a new version of iOS is released there are bound to be some growing pains. Since the release of iOS 12.1, some users have reported that a few of their contacts have received question marks and other odd glyphs instead of the intended emoji. Why does this happen, and what can you do to fix the problem? Don't worry, we've got you covered. In this article, we'll go over all the reasons your contact might be receiving alien glyphs from your iPhone and what they can do to solve the problem. Read on to learn all about these strange Emojis and how to get you and your contact's phones speaking the same language.

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How to Get (& Use) the Red-Headed Emoji on iOS 12.1

By Tamlin Day

At the 2018 September Apple announcement, Tim promised us over 70 new emojis, including the long-awaited red-headed emoji. Redheads around the world rejoiced with the announcement of Apple's newest member of the emoji family. But how does one install the new emoji, and how does one access the emoji once installed? Fret not, we've got you covered. Read on to learn how to install and access the new red-headed emoji in iOS 12.

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