Is it possible to delete an Apple ID account permanently? The answer is yes, but it does come with some complications, such as losing access to your iCloud storage and iMessages. We'll cover some less extreme options for solving problems with your Apple ID, then learn how to deactivate and delete an Apple ID permanently if that's the right step for you.
By Conner Carey
These days, our mailboxes can quickly become overrun. One easy way you can organize your inbox in the Mail app is to see only unread emails. This way, you can see all your unread message in one place, allowing you to easily check what needs to be checked and delete the rest. Here’s how to see only unread emails in the Mail app.
By Rhett Intriago
Focus modes on iPhone are useful for staying on task when working, spending time with family, or even just going to bed. If you no longer use a specific Focus or you are experiencing issues with notifications or calls not coming through, you can remove a Focus from your iPhone.
By Erin MacPherson
By Conner Carey
Need to transfer photos to a new iPhone? Share snapshots with friends? We’ll cover how to use iCloud for easy photo transfer to a new phone, and how to use AirDrop for a quick and secure way to share your latest vacation photos with friends. Read on to learn how to transfer pictures from iPhone to iPhone!
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Staying on top of iOS software updates will keep you in the know about the hottest new features for your iPhone. So how do you know which software version your iPhone is using? Fortunately, it's simple to find out. We'll show you two ways to do it!
By Hallei Halter
Got 500 open tabs and not a minute to lose? Let's talk about how to rearrange Safari tabs on an iPhone so you can reduce the amount of swiping between open tabs. We'll cover how to organize tabs in Safari for open tabs and Safari tab groups.
By Leanne Hays
The iPhone has a bunch of great native apps that can really help you get your work done. But one of the best, little-known apps that come on your iPhone is the Measure app. The iPhone Measure app, while sometimes imperfect, does a pretty decent job of taking appropriate measurements of spaces. There are a few keys to getting it to work right, but this has helped me out in so many circumstances where I did not have a tape measure ready.
By Sarah Kingsbury
If you've ever tried to capture your kids being adorable or hilarious on video, you know that super stealth is often required. If a child notices that they are being filmed, the cuteness usually ends immediately. Fortunately, zooming is not just for static picture taking.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Have you ever set a work appointment in the Calendar app only to find that it's been scheduled in your family calendar rather than your work calendar? The problem is likely the result of having your family calendar rather than your work calendar set as the default calendar on your iPhone. In this tip, we'll go over how to set a default calendar on iPhone.
By Rhett Intriago
Have you ever popped your AirPods in your ears only to find they’re not fully charged? This can happen when you have Optimized Battery Charging enabled. What is Optimized Battery Charging for AirPods? This handy feature is designed to preserve the battery life of your devices, but can sometimes be more annoying than helpful if your listening schedule varies.
By Rhett Intriago
Find My can be used to track more than just your iPhone. You can track all of your Apple devices, including your AirPods. Of course, before you can do that, you have to add them to your iCloud account. Let’s go over how to add AirPods to Find My iPhone.
By Abbey Dufoe
Can you get incoming calls while on FaceTime? Yes! With FaceTime call waiting, accepting incoming calls and putting your FaceTime call on hold is easy. When someone calls you while you’re on a FaceTime call, you have two options: End & Accept or Decline. If the calls are both FaceTime Audio (FaceTime without video) or one is a regular phone call, you'll be able to Hold & Accept. This fast tip will show you how to answer calls and place calls on hold using FaceTime call waiting, so let's dive in.
By Emma Chase
When you sync content from iPhone to Mac, not only do you safeguard things like photos, videos, and files against potential loss, you also make it easier to access those things on either device as you see fit. The process for how to sync iPhone to Mac is simple, but requires an extra step the first time you do it. We'll show you how to sync iPhone content to a Mac.
By Erin MacPherson
Memory Mixes in the Photos app are special collections of photos, arranged and set to music via intelligent suggestions built into your iPhone. This fun feature lets you watch little slideshows and customize them with filters, hand-picked music, and more! Here's how to find Memory Mixes and share them with friends in iOS 15 or later.
By Leanne Hays
iPhone emojis and Memoji stickers are fun to send to friends and family, but if you have an older phone that can't create emojis, or you're looking for the best emojis for every occasion, you can try a third-party app. So, how do you get an emoji that looks like you? You can make your own emojis with Emoji Me Face Maker. Emoji Me, a free custom emoji maker, lets users custom design their own free emojis and send them in sticker or GIF form in the Messages app.
By Abbey Dufoe
If you are bilingual, either between English and Spanish or between English and emoji, chances are you’ve had some experience with keyboards on your iPhone.
By Rhett Intriago
Many streaming apps allow people to download movies and episodes of TV shows for offline viewing. This handy option allows you to binge-watch your favorite videos while conserving cellular data. However, once you’ve watched these videos you probably want to remove them so they don't take up unneeded space. We'll cover how to delete videos from your iPhone to free up storage space.
If you need some privacy during a FaceTime call, you have two options. You can mute FaceTime audio or pause FaceTime video during a call on your iPhone or iPad. Here's how to mute the sound or stop the video feed during a call in the FaceTime app.
By Conner Carey
Apple Pay is a secure, convenient way to shop online and in stores. Here’s how to set up Apple Pay on your iPhone and add a credit or debit card to Apple Wallet.
