By Hallei Halter
Have you been wondering how to call on FaceTime, or is it your first and you've found yourself asking, "how do you FaceTime for the first time?" If you're trying to find a more personal way to keep in touch, FaceTime is a great option. Below, I show the first thing you need to know about FaceTime: how to make a FaceTime audio or video call. And now, you can even place FaceTime audio and video calls to Android users as well!
By Amy Spitzfaden–Both
Many people have been struggling with the same issue when it comes to Group FaceTime on their iPhone: screen movement. Sometimes it can be nice to see the current speaker featured larger than the others. However, many people prefer for the members of their group chat on FaceTime to be equally sized throughout the whole call, regardless of who is speaking. Fortunately, this is an easy fix! Here's how to stop faces from moving during FaceTime.
By Leanne Hays
If you're getting ready to trade, give away, or sell your iPhone or iPad, you're probably wondering how to erase your iPhone or iPad, then restore your iPhone or iPad to factory settings, so all your data and settings are deleted. If you want to know how to factory reset an iPhone or iPad, there are two methods for accomplishing this.
By Leanne Hays
We've written about how to change the font in the Safari browser on your iPhone or iPad, both the type and size. Now it's also possible to change fonts in the Mail app by choosing between other pre-installed fonts, although the option isn't easy to find. Let's get started learning how to get different fonts in your iPhone's Mail app.
By Conner Carey
Do you want to join the Apple beta program? The iOS 16 public beta is coming soon. The Apple beta program software isn't ready for prime time yet, so if you download the iOS 16 beta, you'll get the first look at all the new features, but you'll also experience bugs and glitches. If you'd rather not deal with a rough-around-the-edges operating system, I'd advise waiting for the finished operating systems to be released. Now let's go over how to download the beta profile and participate in iOS 16 beta testing.
By Conner Carey
Did you download iOS 16 Apple beta software but now want to get out of the beta program? Here's how to remove iOS 16 beta from your iPhone and return to iOS 15.
By Belinda Sanmiguel
Think of your last credit card transaction. It may have been a cup of coffee or when you went out to dinner with friends. Today, Apple makes it easy for consumers to pay for products and services with Apple Pay. You may be wondering, can I get cashback with Apple Pay? The answer is yes. Here's what you need to know about earning cash back through Apple Pay purchases.
If you've upgraded from an older iPhone with a Home button to a newer iPhone, learning how to get back to the main Home screen on an iPhone with no Home button on the screen is important. This is often where all the apps you use the most are located. Let's get started learning how to save time and navigate home on iPhone X through later models, including the iPhone 13, with one easy gesture.
Here's a time-saving feature to boost your productivity: Lock Screen apps. You can open the Notes app directly from the Lock Screen of your iPhone. Lock Screen Notes are helpful for quickly marking down all the notes, checklists, links, and sketches that you want to have close at hand, without having to unlock your device. Let's get started learning how to add Lock Screen Notes to your iPhone so you can master this feature.
By Abbey Dufoe
When you're FaceTiming, you can see the other person and you can also see yourself. But say you’re FaceTiming someone on your iPad or iPhone and they’re trying to show you something from their location, or their face is covered by the small image of you. Luckily, you can easily move the thumbnail image of you!
By Leanne Hays
We’ve talked before about how Apple devices can share downloads as long as they’re registered to the same Apple ID, but did you know that cellular data can also be shared between devices? Oh yes, friends, with the Personal Hotspot feature, it’s true!
In Apple's native Notes app for iPhone and iPad, you can designate a note to always appear at the top of your list under the Pinned tab. This is helpful if there’s a note you consistently refer to, such as the one you use for grocery shopping every week. You can also pin multiple notes to the top of your list. Here’s how to pin a note to the top of your Notes list on the iPhone.
By Rhett Intriago
The Apple Watch is a gadget with many capabilities, but its most attractive feature has always been its use as a fitness device. It can track your steps and workouts, log your heart rate, and calculate the calories you burn throughout the day. However, if you find your Apple Watch is not counting steps or tracking your activity properly, we’re here to help!
By Rhett Intriago
Have you noticed your Apple Watch isn't syncing with your iPhone? Whether your Apple Watch data is taking a long time to sync or isn't showing up at all, we'll walk you through the steps to troubleshoot the issue causing your Apple Watch to not sync with your iPhone.
By Hallei Halter
While some people consider their iPhone a camera first and a communication device second, not everyone has embraced iPhone photography. If that's you and you want to get started using your iPhone Camera app, you've come to the right place. Capture a sunset or snap a selfie using your iPhone as a point-and-shoot camera. Once you start, you won't be able to stop.
By Kenya Smith
You're listening to some music on your iPhone, but the music stops and the incoming call banner appears on your screen. Maybe you decided to take an afternoon nap when all of a sudden, you're awakened by the ringtone of your iPhone. If a call comes in that you do not want to answer, there are three ways to decline a call on iPhone.
By Leanne Hays
If you've ever wanted to create your own emoji, then you're going to have a lot of fun playing with Memojis, a feature introduced with iOS 12 and improved in iOS 15 to add new customization options. We'll walk you through how to create and edit an emoji version of yourself, complete with features as unique as you are.
By Rachel Needell
Taking screenshots is such a convenient way to capture what’s on your computer screen. However, it can get tricky when what you want to capture doesn’t quite fit on your screen. While you can always zoom out, what’s the point if you can’t read it because it’s so small? We’ve compiled a list of the four best ways to screenshot a whole page without losing readability, plus they’re completely free!
By Sarah Kingsbury
Sometimes, whether it's an ex, a cyberbully, or an obnoxious telemarketer, a person just won't get the message and stop calling or texting you. That's when it's time to block their calls and texts on your iPhone. Let's talk about how to stop unwanted messages or phone calls on your iPhone.
By Tamlin Day
Want to learn how to turn the iPhone camera sound off? If you want to take nature photos without being noticed or just don't like the shutter sound, let's get started with how to turn off the shutter sound on an iPhone.
The Anker eufy RoboVac G30 Verge can clean your home while you sit back and relax! Perfect for both carpets and hard floors, this robot vacuum boasts 2000Pa suction, Smart Dynamic Navigation 2.0, and a Path Tracking Sensor. This means that it can purposefully clean every inch of your floor and even increase suction power automatically. Connect it to your smartphone to easily set cleaning patterns and check cleaning history, or just ask Siri to do it. Don’t miss Walmart’s top deal today and save $184 off eufy’s top-rated robot vacuum!
When Apple discontinued its wired keyboard, Matias stepped in to provide one of comparable price and arguably better quality. The built-in hub with multiple USB ports is great for connecting your wired mouse and other devices, and the full numeric keypad is a lifesaver for those who regularly crunch numbers. This keyboard is designed with compatibility in mind! It works with legacy software on older systems, but it also comes with a free USB-C adapter for newer Macs. Check out this and other great options from Matias!
