iOS 16 has a lot of new and exciting features that makes certain tasks convenient. One of those features is the iCloud Shared Photo Library. While the previous operating system already supports shared albums, the iCloud Shared Photo Library will now allow the people who you’re sharing to join you in managing and uploading folders as well as adding, deleting, and even editing shared photos. In this article, we will show you how to share all your photos into the iCloud Shared Photo Library.
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iPad Multitasking: Slide Over, Picture in Picture & Split Screen
By Conner Carey
Mastering iPad multitasking will improve your iPad productivity levels as you use apps in tandem and switch from one task to another. We'll go over iPad multitasking features and including Split View (Split Screen), Slide Over, Center Window, Picture-in-Picture, and more. Here’s everything you need to know about iPad multitasking and how to multitask on the iPad.
Live Text Not Working? Here's the Fix
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Live Text on iOS 16 is a helpful and convenient feature, but what do you do if it isn't working? Live Text lets you select text from an image and copy, paste, search, and more, but you might run into a frustrating situation where it doesn't work. If Live Text doesn't work for you, we'll go over all the reasons why that might be happening and how to fix it.
How to Customize Focus Home Screen Pages on iPhone
By Ashleigh Page
One of the coolest Focus features is the ability to customize which Home Screen notifications and apps you are able to view! Limiting which alerts and apps you see can help you avoid distractions while you're trying to work or wind down before bed. We'll walk you through customizing which Home Screen pages and apps you see while a Focus mode is enabled.
How to Enable iCloud Keychain on Your iPhone or iPad
By Leanne Hays
With so many websites requiring usernames and passwords, and most of us using more than one device to accomplish tasks throughout the day, it can be difficult to keep track of all our accounts and login information. And while there are plenty of apps that can do this for you, your iPhone comes with this service built in.
How to Turn Off Headphone Safety Notifications on iPhone
By Rhett Intriago
Ever been jamming out to your favorite song, only to be interrupted by a notification that your headphones are too loud? This notification can be a bit annoying if you like to listen to your music at a louder volume. Thankfully, there’s an easy method for switching off this warning. Read on to find out how to turn off headphone safety notifications.
Keep Your Calendar Time Zone Consistent
By Rhett Intriago
Traveling and need your Calendar events set to a specific time zone? You can enable a time zone override that keeps the time zone consistent between events no matter where you are located. Read on to find out how to change the time zone on iPhone Calendar events.
How to Check Beats Battery on an iPhone
By Rachel Needell
If you're anything like me, you're listening to music all day, every day. And if so, you know making sure your headphones are fully charged is a top priority when it comes to being prepared for the day. Headphones like Beats are great because they have a ridiculously long battery life. That's why it's super convenient to be able to check your Beats battery life directly from your iPhone. While most Beats have a way to indicate their battery reserve via lights, that requires you to take your headphones off. I'll show you how to see Beats battery life on iPhone in four different ways.
How to Use iPhone's Auto-Answer Calls Setting
By Conner Carey
Did you know that the iPhone allows your phone to answer calls automatically after a certain number of rings? This is great for when you're using a headset, or you're making dinner but also expecting an important phone call. It's also a great accessibility feature for those who might find swiping to answer calls difficult to do.
How to Delete Frequently Visited Sites on Safari
By Abbey Dufoe
Frequently Visited sites are the websites you visit most often in the Safari browser; they appear when you open a new tab in Safari on your iPhone or iPad. Here's how to remove Frequently Visited on iPhone in the Safari app.
How to Add Money to Apple Pay without Debit Card on iPhone
By Leanne Hays
Want to know how to add money to Apple Cash? If you're an Apple Pay user, you may be wondering, "Can I use Apple Pay without a debit card?" Yes, you can add money to Apple Cash without a debit or credit card, or even a bank account.
How to Leave a Group Text on iPhone
By Hallei Halter
A group text is great for keeping everyone in the loop, but sometimes the text conversation becomes annoying, and the text notifications need to stop! In the steps below, we'll show you how to leave a group chat on iPhone in the Messages app.
How to Pair Beats Earbuds & Headphones to iPhone
By Gressa Cedergren
Whether you've just purchased a new iPhone or are the proud new owner of Beats wireless headphones or earbuds, we'll show you how to connect your Beats to your iPhone. As a bonus, we've also included a list of common fixes if you've been struggling with your Beats not connecting to your iPhone.
How to Download All Songs on Apple Music to iPhone
By Conner Carey
To download Apple Music tracks to your iPhone for offline listening, just tap the cloud icon next to a song and it will download. However, if you've recently wiped your iPhone or gotten a new one, and you want to download all your music, we'll show you an excellent trick for how downloading all your songs on Apple Music at once.
Optical Zoom vs. Digital Zoom: iPhone Explained
By Olena Kagui
Any iPhone with two or more rear cameras has both optical and digital zoom capabilities. This article will teach you the difference between them so that you can take better photos. I'll also teach you a trick to ensure you are using optical zoom for the best results.
Why Does My Lock Screen Keep Changing & How to Get It Back
By Olena Kagui
Some Lock Screens are designed to change throughout the day, showing you something different every time you look at your iPhone. It is also possible to set up your Lock Screen to change with Focus modes or accidentally swipe to a new Lock Screen while your phone is in your pocket.
Solved: Instagram App Keeps Crashing on iPhone
By Rhett Intriago
Sometimes, you just want to sit back and scroll through Instagram. But what should you do when the Instagram app keeps crashing on your iPhone? There are a few possible solutions that can help resolve any issues you might be experiencing with Instagram crashing.
Two Easy Ways to Save Images from Safari on iPhone
By Belinda Sanmiguel
Perhaps you've found an image you love online and want to save it as a gift idea or an inspiration for your latest creative endeavor. The problem is, how do you save a photo from Safari on your iPhone? To save a photo from Safari, you can either long-press an image to download it, or copy and paste it from Safari into one of your iPhone apps.
Shared Photo Libraries: What Happens When You Delete a Photo?
By Brian Peters
The Shared Photo Library feature can help make collaborating and sharing photos with friends, family, and coworkers easier than ever, but there are some important things to be aware of when you use it that the Photo app doesn't make completely clear. Here's what to be aware of when deleting photos from a Shared Photo Library.
How to Make a Shortcut on iPhone Quickly & Easily
By Tamlin Day
The iPhone Shortcuts app lets you completely personalize your phone by creating automated workflows. This means that a single command using Siri can get your phone to do the hard work, like text all the attendees of an upcoming event with your exact ETA without you lifting a finger. You can also use Shortcuts to create GIFs quickly, customize app icons, and so much more!
