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How to Exit Full Screen: Mac Shortcut
By Olena Kagui
We will teach you how to exit the full screen on your Mac. You can do this the traditional way by clicking the green button on your open window. You can also use the full-screen Mac shortcut on your keyboard.
How To Save a Text Conversation on iPhone or Mac
By Ashleigh Page
If you simply want to save text messages for sentimental purposes, you can easily save them directly from your iPhone or Mac Messages app. To save them for legal purposes, you may need to show the date and time messages were sent, which requires third-party software. In this article, we'll walk through the pros and cons of each method, and cover how to save messages directly from your iPhone and Mac Messages app and using third-party software.
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Improve Your iPhone with These MagSafe Accessories
(Sponsored Post) By Olena Kagui on Tue, 01/11/2022
If you have any iPhone 12 or 13, you have MagSafe, Apple's magnetic technology that can help you do more with your phone. STM Goods creates a unique lineup of MagSafe-compatible accessories that can make your life easier. Keep reading to learn more about the MagArm, MagLoop, and MagPod!
The Best Way to Fix Unlock with Apple Watch Not Working
By Olena Kagui
If your Apple Watch won't unlock your iPhone anymore, you are not the only one. Many iPhone 13 users have experienced this issue, which Apple has since addressed and fixed. There are also a few other surefire ways to quickly resolve Apple Watch not syncing with iPhone or other problems that may be causing this. Let's get started!
How to Use the New Apple Watch Keyboard
By Olena Kagui
The Apple Watch can do a lot entirely independently of the iPhone, but typing on the watch has always been one of the biggest obstacles. While Apple Watch keyboard apps are an option, the new Apple Watch Series 7 keyboard is a game changer!
Fitbit vs. Apple Watch: The Ultimate Guide
By Olena Kagui
Today there are three models of the Apple Watch for sale and even more Fitbit options. When picking the right device, there are many factors to consider. For example, do you want a smart watch, calorie tracker, or health-monitoring device? Then there's price, battery life, compatibility, and so much more to consider next! Let me help you figure out if an Apple Watch or Fitbit is right for you and which model is best.
Why Is My iPhone Hot? How to Stop Your Phone Overheating
By Ashleigh Page
Is your iPhone getting hot or overheating at random times? While you might have a damaged hardware component, the culprit can also be software bugs, battery-sucking apps, and defective chargers. To help you avoid an unnecessary trip to the Apple store, we've compiled a list of common issues and easy solutions to stop your iPhone heating up.
Is your iCloud storage full or almost full? Do you need to get more iCloud storage? Maybe not! Here's how to manage iCloud storage and free up space. We'll show you how to delete items from iCloud storage that you no longer need, seven different ways.
Is Your iPhone Spying on You?
By Elisabeth Garry
Many of us have had a conversation with a friend, only to be scrolling on our phones later and come across an ad for the very thing we thought we’d been discussing in private. My colleague, Erin MacPherson, told me this story: “My mom was talking to me about wanting a side-by-side double trash can for under her breakfast bar, and a few days later, I was seeing Amazon ads for exactly those. It was... freaky. Up until then, I had pretty much assumed that I’d forgotten about Googling something or looking it up on Amazon, but I was sure I hadn’t with that one.” Stories like this raise the question—is your iPhone spying on you?
iPhone Touch Screen Not Working? Try These 6 Tips
By Elisabeth Garry
When your iPhone or iPad touch screen is not working, it can just about drive you crazy. Without the touch screen, your whole iPhone becomes basically unusable. Luckily, we have six tricks for how to fix it when your iPad or iPhone screen is not responding to touch.
How to Use Cinematic Mode on iPhone 13
By Olena Kagui
One of the most exciting features of the iPhone 13 is Cinematic mode. The new iPhone video camera got an upgrade. Together with AI technology, videos filmed in Cinematic mode can be edited directly on your phone to alter depth perception and more. This article will teach you how to shoot video in Cinematic mode and even do some basic editing.
What to Do If Your iPhone or iPad Won’t Turn On
By Ashleigh Page
Is your iPhone or iPad not turning on? While this can be frustrating, it is usually not difficult to troubleshoot the issue and resolve the problem. Below, we'll walk through common solutions so that you can get your device working again whether you're experiencing a software glitch, charging issues, or have dropped your device.
How to Turn Off Deliver Quietly on iPhone
By Amy Spitzfaden–Both
You turned off message notifications or notifications for another app, but now you want to turn them back on. We're all entitled to change our minds, so it's important to know how to reverse these things. Deliver Quietly isn't actually the setting anymore, as of iOS 15, so now you're really just turning back on notifications that have been turned off for any app. For this example, we will use iMessage, but you can follow these steps for any app. Here's how to enable iMessage notifications when they've been turned off.
Apple Pay Not Working? Here's the Fix!
By Amy Spitzfaden–Both
Why is Apple Pay not working? Hitting obstacles at the point of payment is an extremely frustrating experience, and can even land you in a real pinch. Luckily, there are several troubleshooting steps you can try when you run into problems with Apple Pay, and we'll go over them all here. Here's what to do when Apple Pay won't work.
How to Close Apps on Apple Watch in watchOS 8
By Olena Kagui
Just like on other Apple devices, apps on the Apple Watch don't turn off when you close them. It is possible to force-quit apps, but this should only be done if there is an issue. I will teach you how to close apps on your Apple Watch the right way, but I'll also cover force-quitting when necessary.
How to Fast Charge Apple Watch Series 7
By Olena Kagui
Can you fast charge an Apple Watch? Yes! But only if you have the Apple Watch Series 7 and the USB-C quick charge cable. The Series 7 is a powerful device with many exciting features, including the ability to rapid charge. The faster charging allows the Apple Watch to charge up to 80 percent in just 45 minutes. This means that you can get enough juice to track your sleep in just eight minutes! Here’s how to do it.
Tech Gift Guide: The Best Apple Products & Gadgets of 2021
By Susan Misuraca
In the 172nd episode, David and Donna share all of the best headphones, speakers, cases, smart home gadgets, and more for everyone on your shopping list this holiday season.
iPhone Audio Not Working? Here's the Fix!
By Amy Spitzfaden–Both
iPhone sound not working? If your iPhone speakers have stopped working, there are a few things that could be going on. Whether your iPhone sound has stopped working entirely or has been going off and on, these suggestions will help you get your iPhone speakers working again. Here's how to fix your iPhone speaker.
How to Update AirPods Pro Firmware
By Ashleigh Page
The new firmware version for AirPods Pro provides bug fixes and gives you access to new features, such as Conversation Boost. Whether you're troubleshooting or simply excited about the new functionalities, we'll show you how to check whether you have the AirPods latest firmware and how to update your AirPods Pro if it hasn't already been installed.
