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Why Can’t I Share My Location on iPhone? Fix It Fast!
By Leanne Hays
Why can't I share my location on my iPhone? If you're trying to use iPhone location sharing and it's not working, there are several reasons why this could be happening. You may need to turn on certain settings, your iPhone may have poor signal strength, or it may be something else. Let's go through all the ways to fix things when share location is unavailable.
Home Office Upgrades to Make Your Mac Happy
By Cullen Thomas
They say your work is only as good as your tools. A MacBook can do a lot all on its own, but adding a good-sized monitor, keyboard, and mouse really unlocks its potential both for work and for play, and those accessories are just the start. We're always on the hunt for ways to make our offices more unique, beautiful, and functional, and here are the top Mac office accessories we've found lately.
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Why Is My FaceTime Camera Not Working on iPhone & iPad
By Leanne Hays
FaceTime video not working? Whether FaceTime is not showing the other person, the other person can't see you, or your FaceTime call is just glitching, we're here to help!
Is AppleCare Worth It for iPhone?
By Olena Kagui
New iPhones may come with a free year of AppleCare, but Apple’s Limited Warranty does not cover user-caused damage such as cracked screens. You can purchase AppleCare+ and additional Theft and Loss coverage to enjoy affordable repairs and even device replacement. But is AppleCare+ worth the additional $100+ annually? It depends.
Easily Recover Your Apple Account
By Rhett Intriago
If you ever lose access to your Apple ID, you’re not totally out of luck, as long as you set up an Apple Recovery Contact. By setting up a Recovery Contact, Apple can verify your identity through a trusted contact if you ever lose access to your Apple ID. Find out how to set up a Recovery Contact on iPhone.
What Does Restarting Your Phone Do? Benefits & Risks
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
What happens when you restart your phone? Many of us feel nervous about restarting our iPhones, a worry perhaps left over from having seen browser tabs and Word documents disappear when a computer crashed or updated. But restarting your iPhone has a much lower risk of losing data and many benefits. Here's what happens when you restart your iPhone.
How to Send a Message to Multiple Contacts Separately on iPhone
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
If you want to know how to send a text to multiple contacts without creating a group message on your iPhone, unfortunately your options are currently both limited and imperfect. However, that doesn't mean it's impossible to do. Here's how to send a group text individually in a couple different ways so you can find which one works best for you.
How to Lock Chrome Incognito Mode Tabs on iPhone & iPad
By Leanne Hays
Google Incognito mode in the Chrome app is great for private browsing, but did you know you can make your Incognito tabs even more private? If you leave Incognito mode tabs open on your iPhone or iPad, anyone who has your password or comes along while your device is unlocked can see them. If you want to leave Incognito tabs in Chrome open, you can keep them private by locking them. Here's how to turn on the Chrome incognito lock.
Check Out Apple’s New Sports App
By Rhett Intriago
Are you looking for the best sports app for iPhone? The good news is that Apple has released its own free sports app that can show you the latest scores for your favorite teams and leagues.
How to Turn Off SharePlay on iPhone
By Rhett Intriago
SharePlay is a feature that allows you to enjoy movies, music, and more with others. You can use SharePlay to watch movies with your friends over FaceTime or share an Apple Music listening session while riding in the car. However, if you are not interested in using SharePlay, you can disable it. Here’s how to turn off SharePlay.
How to Turn On Apple Watch
By Olena Kagui
Learning how to turn on an Apple Watch is the first step to owning one of these amazing devices. I’ll teach you how to switch on an Apple Watch, and I’ll refer you to a useful resource on what to do if your watch won’t turn on.
Solved: Why Is My Apple ID Grayed Out?
By Rhett Intriago
If you have an iPhone, you can conveniently make changes to your Apple ID right from the Settings app. However, if you ever open the Settings app and notice that your Apple ID is grayed out, you won't be able to open your account settings. Let's go over why your Apple ID is grayed out and how you can fix it.
How to Split Screen on iPhone: Every Option
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
iPhone split screen is a feature not currently available except in the form of Picture in Picture, but that doesn't mean you can't multitask. While investing in an iPad might be worth it depending on your multitasking needs, you do have some options to compensate for the lack of split screen on iPhone.
Your First Cellphone: True Stories of Cellphones Past
By August Garry
I got my first cellphone when I was around 14. It was my father's, actually; I just got to carry it when I went anywhere without my parents, and he didn't want it in the first place, so it became de facto mine. It was a Samsung SPH-N400—an old Samsung flip phone. In any case, what I had was a little blue block about two inches wide and four inches tall with a retractable antenna and a bright green screen whose pixels you could count on your fingers. It had the game Snake and it took me 30 minutes to draft a single text message—a capability I didn't even know the phone had for the first several months it was in my possession. I loved it dearly.
How to Find a Lost Apple TV Remote
By Olena Kagui
Lost Apple TV remote? Don't worry! It is now possible to find your Apple TV Remote using your iPhone. For years, Apple TV users have complained about unfindable remotes, causing some to buy third-party cases that could house an AirTag. Anyone with a Siri Remote or newer can finally find their remote in seconds.
When Does an Android Beat an iPhone?
By Olena Kagui
Anyone who knows me will tell you I’m an Apple head, but I wasn’t always this way. I’ve had a smartphone in my pocket ever since they became mainstream, and that smartphone has been an iPhone since 2019. The heated Android vs. iPhone debate has always interested me because of the almost fanatical passion on both sides. Let me tell you all the things that Android phones do better than iPhones and why I don’t see myself switching back to Android anytime soon.
How to Record Spatial Video on iPhone
By Olena Kagui
Spatial videos look three-dimensional when viewed on the Apple Vision Pro or compatible third-party AR/VR headsets. They can be filmed due to the particular positioning of the camera lenses on the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. I'll teach you how to enable spatial video recording on your iPhone and start shooting!
How to Export Photos and Keep the Original Date
By Olena Kagui
Sometimes, when you export a photo or video from the Photos app, the metadata will not copy over. This means that the original date that the photo will be replaced with the date you exported it. There is a trick to save the original date when exporting on both Macs and iPhones.