Focus lets you customize many different modes to determine when you get notifications and from whom. But what happens when Focus mode doesn't work as intended: letting notifications through, not sending notifications you wanted, not showing notifications when your phone is unlocked? Let's go over what you can do about these common Focus mode issues.
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How to Change the Default Font in Apple Mail on iPhone
By Leanne Hays
Learn how to change the default font in the Apple Mail app on your iPhone or iPad by choosing another pre-installed font. The option isn't easy to find, but we'll show you how! Here's how to change font on iPhone email.
How to Redeem an Apple Gift Card & Use It for Family Sharing
By Leanne Hays
Want to know how to add an Apple gift card to a child account, your Apple account, or another family member's account? Here's how to use an Apple gift card with Family Sharing, and how to redeem an Apple gift card on a child account, or for different family members.
How to Save Photos from Files to Camera Roll
By Rachel Needell
Accessing iCloud content from your iPhone is an amazing way to always have access to your important documents. However, if you want to move photos or videos from the Files app to the Photos app on your iPhone, you might want to know if it's possible. Luckily, it is! As long as you have enough storage on your iPhone, you can save photos and videos from files to your camera roll. Here's how to import photos or videos from Files to Photos.
Transfer Voice Memos from iPhone to Computer: 4 Ways
By Conner Carey
Voice memos are an amazing way to save a passing thought or quickly record important information. You may want to know how to save voice memos from your iPhone to your computer to avoid losing that information, or so you can turn it into something new. The good news is that you have several options if you want to export voice memos from your iPhone to your PC or Mac. Below, we'll walk you through how to transfer voice memos from your iPhone to your computer.
How to Find Recipes with Visual Look Up on iPhone
By Olena Kagui
Did you know Visual Look Up on iPhone can identify food you've taken pictures of and give you recipes? Those of us who enjoy food photography can now recreate the dishes in our favorite photos!
How to See the iOS App Privacy Report on iPhone & iPad
By Rhett Intriago
Apple takes privacy very seriously when it comes to its products. The iPhone and iPad are no exception, and both include an App Privacy Report. The iOS App Privacy Report shows you how certain apps have been using your data and accessing certain device features.
How To Add Photos to People Album on iPhone
By Conner Carey
Apple's Photos app has an album called People & Pets that, thanks to the iPhone's facial recognition software, automatically sorts photos by the people in the photos. However, the app isn’t able to perfectly recognize every image of people's faces in a photo, leaving some photos uncategorized. Here's how to add people to the People album on your iPhone.
The 10 Best Widgets for iPhone (Third-Party Widgets)
By Olena Kagui
These third-party apps and widgets are not just pretty; they're also practical. The best iPhone widgets will give you updates and important information without requiring you to open the app. These are our top recommendations for third-party widgets for your iPhone.
How to Stop AirPods from Switching Devices
By Rhett Intriago
If you use multiple Apple devices and use your AirPods between them, you’ve probably noticed how they’ll automatically switch between devices depending on which one is currently playing media. For some devices, you might not want the switch to happen automatically. Find out how to stop AirPods from connecting to other phones.
How to Sort Notes Alphabetically on Your iPhone & iPad
By Conner Carey
You can easily sort your notes alphabetically by changing your settings. Your notes will then be sorted according to either the title or first line (if the note doesn't have a title). Here’s how to sort Apple Notes alphabetically.
App Not Showing on iPhone? How to Find Missing Apps
By Erin MacPherson
Are you finding that newly downloaded apps are no longer appearing on your Home Screen? Your App Library settings may have been changed accidentally, or with an update. If your recently downloaded apps are not showing up, we’ll explain why and how to fix it for good.
How to Find Downloads on iPhone from Safari
By Rhett Intriago
Like any web browser, you can use Safari to download files to your iPhone. But you need to know how to find downloads on Safari after you save them. In this article, we'll go over where to see downloads in Safari on your iPhone and iPad.
How to Secure Messages on Your iPhone & iPad
By Leanne Hays
If you want to know how to secure messages on your iPhone, the good news is that you can make sure your messages are private in a few easy steps. We'll cover best practices and features you need to have enabled to best secure your texts.
How to Use Per-App Accessibility Settings on iPhone & iPad
By Rhett Intriago
The iPhone has a wide variety of accessibility settings, but maybe you don't need to enable accessibility settings system-wide. Apple lets users apply accessibility options using per-app settings on iPhone. Here's how to make apps accessible with app settings on your iPhone.
Why Can’t I Delete Apps on My iPhone & iPad? Simplest Fix
By Erin MacPherson
Are you wondering why you can't delete apps on your iPhone? Some built-in Apple apps can't be deleted, but sometimes your iPhone or iPad can't delete apps that it should be able to. Here's how to delete apps on an iPhone or iPad when tapping the minus icon doesn't do the trick.
Why Does My iMessage Keep Turning Off & How to Fix It (2025)
By Leanne Hays
Is your iPad, Mac, or iPhone signed out of iMessage randomly, or does iMessage keep turning off on its own? Here's how to fix this annoying problem, so you can use iMessage reliably on all your devices again!
Have Your iPhone or iPad Read to You
By Jim Karpen
If you find it more convenient to listen to some text on your iPhone or iPad rather than read it, you can easily enable that capability. You might, for example, want your device to read a web page, ebook, or another document to you while you perform household chores. Here’s how to use text-to-speech on iPhone or iPad.
Can You Use Apple Pay on Amazon? Sort of. Here’s the Deal
By Leanne Hays
Does Amazon take Apple Pay? Yes, you can use Apple Pay on Amazon, as well as Visa Checkout, and Masterpass, but it's up to individual vendors to enable the feature. There are a few ways you can use your Apple Wallet to make Amazon purchases. If the vendor doesn't accept Apple Pay, you can set up your Apple Card on Amazon as an alternative payment option. Here's how to use Apple Pay on Amazon.
How to Check Your iPhone Screen Time Report
By Rachel Needell
Want to know how to check iPhone usage history, including recent activity like your Apple purchase history, Safari browsing history, and your Screen Time data? There are a few different ways to check iPhone activity. Here's how to see recent activity on your iPhone and iPad.
