The Apple Watch has a comprehensive built-in sleep tracker that can analyze your sleep graph, create a healthy bedtime routine, and even monitor your nightly heart rate, body temperature, breathing rate, etc. If you want to dive even deeper into sleep tracking, I’ll introduce you to paid and free third-party apps that use artificial intelligence to help track, analyze, and improve your sleeping habits.
By Mike Riley
Even though Apple products have made remarkable strides in battery life performance, they still haven't quite made it to a full day of non-stop use. And with the iPad Pro and Mac line moving their charging connectors to USB-C, the old USB charging bricks no longer suffice. This article takes a look at three power-related products to help you decide which one may be best for your mobile computing work and play styles.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Where is iTunes on my Mac? This might be a question you're asking if you have just updated to MacOS Catalina or later, or switched from a PC to a Mac. Apple replaced the music part of iTunes with Apple Music at the end of 2019, so while many people have made the transition already, first-time Mac owners or the newly updated might be feeling anxious about where their music went, and worry it's hidden behind a paywall. While it is true that Apple Music has replaced iTunes in the latest MacOS updates, you're still able to access your old library for free, and can still buy individual songs and albums instead of paying for the subscription service. Here are the answers to all your questions about the Apple Music/iTunes switch including how does Apple Music work, who can get the current iTunes version, and what about non-music content?
By Ashleigh Page
Whether you're a brand new Apple Airpods owner or have recently purchased a non-Apple device, the process to set up your AirPods is easy! We've already covered how to pair AirPods with Apple devices, and in this article, we'll focus on how to connect your AirPods to Android, Windows, Chromebook, and other non-Apple devices. To pair your AirPods, all you need to do is make sure your device Bluetooth is on, enable AirPods pairing mode, and select your AirPods from the Bluetooth device list. Let's get started.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Why isn't my Apple Pencil working? This was a question I asked just six weeks after buying my first ever Apple Pencil. There are a few different reasons why your Apple Pencil no longer shows that it's charging or won't interact with your screen, and many of them have easy fixes. Your Apple Pencil may be truly broken, and if that's the case you'll need to send it in for repair, but first you'll want to go through the steps below to rule out all the easy fixes. Here is your complete guide to troubleshooting your Apple Pencil.
By August Garry
AirTags are supposed to help us find our misplaced items, but what happens when an AirTag itself is lost? We'll show you why you might need to mark your AirTag as lost, how to do it, and how to mark your AirTag as found once you're reunited with it.
By Olena Kagui
iMessages can be sent between Apple users in the Messages App and have many cool nifty effects and features. Although it is primarily a phone app, it can be used on your Apple Watch, iPad, iPod touch, and MacBook. We will give you tips on how to sync messages from your iPhone to your Mac, as well as iMessage troubleshooting tips!
The WWDC 2021 keynot on June 7 is less than a month away, and we are hoping to get some exciting news on iOS 15, iPadOS 15, macOS 12, watchOS 8, tvOS 15, and more. Apple's annual developers conference is all-online and free for the second year in a row. This event is a chance for Apple to showcase new software for its devices so that developers and system engineers can learn about changes for the year ahead. The event's highlight is the keynote announcement, which will stream live at 10 a.m. PDT on the 7th. Unlike the usual Apple announcements, the event focuses on software rather than new devices. This year, we expect to see UI upgrades on all the devices, new Apple Fitness Plus features, improved parental controls for Apple TV, and hopefully some new digital designs in the form of Apple Watch faces and screensavers.
By Ashleigh Page
HomePod not responding? Whether you're having issues or looking to sell your current HomePod, we'll explain how to reset HomePods and HomePod minis, regardless of the model you have. We’ll go over the three methods for resetting your HomePod to factory settings starting with the easiest one!
By Erin MacPherson
Using your Apple Watch to call and text should be simple, but if your contacts will not sync with iCloud, it can be difficult to figure out who you're interacting with. We'll show you several ways to fix the problem if you experience your iPhone contacts not syncing with your Apple Watch, plus a few tips to make sure it never happens again.
Experience van Gogh for free on your iPhone without crowds or confusion. Several Immersive Van Gogh Experiences are coming to the USA this summer and fall. Many of them are already sold out until 2022, so if you want to enjoy some Vincent van Gogh paintings sooner, you may have to do it virtually on your iPhone!
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
"How do I know if my Apple Pencil is charging?" I asked this question not too long ago, and it turned out that my Apple Pencil was not charging, and was in fact broken. The Apple Pencil 1 and Apple Pencil 2 have different charging mechanisms and ways to let you know that they're charging, so we'll go over both. Here's how to tell if your Apple Pencil is charging.
By August Garry
Using speakerphone on your iPhone is a great way to talk hands-free, multitask while you’re on hold, or include a third person in a phone conversation. Putting your iPhone on speakerphone is also extremely easy! We'll show you how to make a call on speaker phone, and answer a call on speaker phone.
By Erin MacPherson
Can Siri speak reminders? Can Siri create a daily reminder that repeats at a certain time? We'll cover these questions and more in this in-depth guide on how to manage and set reminders on your iPhone or iPad using Siri Reminders app commands.
By Olena Kagui
Sending big video files online can be tricky, especially when you get the dreaded message, "size limit reached cannot send video." Learn how to send a video that is too large through the mail app of your choice. I will teach you how to AirDrop videos, compress videos on your iPhone, and even how to send larger than 25 MB files in Gmail.
By Erin MacPherson
Found an iPhone and wondering how to find the owner? In this article, we'll walk you through how to find the owner's contact information, and what to do if you find a lost iPhone that is locked. As long as you follow the steps in this guide, you should be able to return the lost or stolen iPhone with as little hassle as possible. Here's how to find the owner of a lost iPhone.
By Erin MacPherson
Backing up your data is crucial to prevent the loss of important files, photos, and other data on your device should something happen to it. You never know when a cup of coffee will spill or another accident will make your computer unusable. We'll show you the best ways to back up your Mac and how to use each method.
Why isn't Siri working? It can be very frustrated when you've got your hands full and need a quick assist, but Siri isn't responding to you. Luckily, the reason Siri isn't working on your iPhone, iPad, or HomePod is probably a simple Settings mixup. We'll show you how to make sure Siri is enabled on your Apple devices, and if this doesn't fix your problem, where to turn for help.
By Olena Kagui
Sometimes when you have a file to send from Mac to iPhone, you’ll find that AirDrop failed to complete the transfer. You are not alone in wondering, "Why is my AirDrop not working?" In this article, we’ll show you several quick AirDrop troubleshooting techniques that will help!
By Ashleigh Page
Apple, upgrade my iPhone! Whether you're a tech lover keeping up with the latest models or a regular user whose phone has seen better days, the Apple iPhone Upgrade Program might be just the thing you've been looking for. We'll discuss the details of the Apple lease program, including cost breakdown and what you need to know before enrolling. Here's how to upgrade your iPhone.
