How do you change your AirDrop name? It’s easy and only takes a few seconds but will differ slightly between your Apple devices. You can change your AirDrop name to something more personalized to help you easily distinguish between devices. Below, we'll cover how to change your AirDrop name on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
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Screen cover bubbles not only look tacky, but they can also obscure your screen and make touch gestures more difficult on your phone. While your initial instinct might be to remove the screen protector and re-apply it, this should be a last-ditch measure, since this process can be messy and reduce the strength of the adhesive backing. To help avoid this, we've compiled a list of clever and easy tips to help remove air bubbles from under your screen protector.
Keep Your Message Notifications Private (iOS 17)
By Sarah Kingsbury
Message previews are handy for allowing you to catch a quick glimpse of texts, but they also allow prying eyes to see private conversations. If you have a friend or coworker who has a bad habit of trying to glance at incoming texts, turning off message previews might give you some peace of mind. Find out how to hide messages on iPhone by disabling previews.
How to Send a Location from Apple Maps (iOS 17)
By Leanne Hays
We've probably all had the experience of finding a cool new restaurant or amazing bookstore, only to struggle to remember which block it was on when we try to go back. Now, when I find a place that I know friends and family will love, I can easily send the exact address directly from my Maps app so they can find it, too. Read below to learn how to send a location on iPhone using Apple Maps.
How to Scan for AirTags on iPhone & Avoid Being Tracked
By Erin MacPherson
Apple AirTags are a great tool to help you keep track of items like your wallet, keys, or backpack. However, they can also be used by untrustworthy individuals to track people without their knowledge or consent. Learn how to scan for AirTags in the Find My app to prevent unwanted tracking and how to disable an AirTag that may be found near you.
Can iPhones get viruses? Not in the traditional sense; but, although rare, your iPad or iPhone can be infected with malware. Luckily, you don't need an antivirus app or a virus cleaner to get rid of it. We'll go over how to improve your iPhone security, from preventing viruses to how to get rid of virus on iPhone. So much personal data is stored on iPhones, so if you're wondering, "Can iPhones get viruses?" we are here to help! Let's get started learning about iPhone viruses so that we can detect, delete, and keep from getting reinfected with viruses.
The Messages app allows iPhone users to pin their most important contacts and group texts to the top of the Messages app, making it faster and easier to send a text message to the people you message the most. You can pin up to nine text threads, and if you change your mind, it's just as easy to unpin contacts in Messages. We'll walk you through both!
How to Use Safari Reader Mode on iPhone & iPad (iOS 17)
By Jim Karpen
Safari Reader view on iPhone and iPad allows you to read a web page without distractions so that only the text and photos are left. I personally find that this makes the article easier to focus on, and gentler on my eyes. We'll walk you through how to use Safari Reader mode and turn it off when you're done.
How to See What Data Apps Collect from You (iOS 17)
By Elisabeth Garry
If you're concerned about the data apps are collecting on you, every app in the App Store is required to detail the data the app collects from you and how it's being used. The App Privacy section can be found on the app's product page in the App Store. Let's go over how to find it.
How to Turn Off Flashlight On iPhone: 3 Easy Ways (iOS 17)
By Sarah Kingsbury
Where's my flashlight? You can access your iPhone flashlight from your Lock Screen, Control Center, or by asking Siri. We'll show you how to use each method to turn the flashlight on and off. As an added bonus, we'll also show you how to adjust the brightness of your iPhone flashlight.
How to Create Email Folders on iPhone & iPad
By Tamlin Day
This article will show you how to add a folder to iPhone email. Creating a new email folder on an iPhone or iPad is quick and easy, and it can really upgrade your email organization. Let's learn how to create a folder in Mail on an iPad or iPhone.
Sometimes, you may find that your iPad or iPhone has problems connecting to Wi-Fi in certain areas or locations, or you may have found that your iPhone keeps disconnecting from Wi-Fi and you're not sure why. In this useful tip, we cover one way you may be able to resolve this issue.
How Long Does AirTag Battery Last & Checking Battery Life
By Olena Kagui
If you're in the market for an AirTag or already have one, you may be wondering, "How long do AirTags last?" As long as you keep your AirTag safe and dry, it should last you years, but you'll have to replace the battery every year or so. I'll teach you everything you need to know about AirTag battery life and replacement.
How to Send Balloons on iPhone
By Devala Rees
Do you want to celebrate your friend or family member for their birthday or graduation? You can text them a celebration animation, such as a bunch of festive floating balloons using iPhone text message effects. Here's how to send balloons on iMessage.
How to Turn Off Universal Control or Disconnect Mac or iPad
By Olena Kagui
Since it was announced in June 2021, Mac users have been excited to try Universal Control. This feature, just released by Apple, lets you control other Mac and iPad devices from a central Mac and use its keyboard, mouse, and keypad across the connected devices. While this can be useful, it is also possible to accidentally type on the wrong device or lose your Mac cursor on other screens. I’ll teach you how to turn Universal Control off and temporarily disconnect other devices.
How to Restore Missing Calendar Events on iPhone (iOS 16)
By Leanne Hays
Here's how to restore calendars and events that have disappeared from your iPhone. Get your Calendar events back quickly!
Watch Live Performances with Wide Spectrum Audio on FaceTime
By Elisabeth Garry
Have you ever tried to share a recital or conduct a music lesson over FaceTime? If so, Wide Spectrum Mic Mode may be for you. Wide Spectrum mode brings in and enhances all the background noise around you so your friends or family can hear things with better quality.
How to Undo in Apple Notes
By Emma Chase
The Apple Notes App is a convenient place to jot down ideas, keep your grocery list, and organize meeting notes. But what happens when you make a mistake? Luckily, you can easily undo them. Learn how to undo in Notes on your iPhone to get the most out of your Notes app.
There are multiple ways to control volume on the iPhone or iPad. One such way is the volume control on the side of the device, another way is within the app playing audio. You can also adjust the volume from Control Center. This is nice because you can easily swipe to adjust the volume. Here’s how to use Control Center to adjust the volume.
How to Create an Album on Your iPhone & iPad (iOS 16)
By Rheanne Taylor
Apple’s iOS Photos app has a few default photo albums that automatically organize the photos on your iPhone. But what if you’d like to create a new photo album? The Photos app allows users to organize pictures into albums they create. Here’s how to make an album from photos and videos on an iPhone.