By now we’re all familiar with Touch ID, the fingerprint authentication security feature introduced with Apple’s iPhone 5s in 2013. The iPhone X replaces Touch ID with a facial recognition system, Face ID, which can be used to unlock your phone, open apps, make purchases in iTunes, and more. Biometric authentication protects our phones, but also introduces new privacy concerns by leaving iPhone users open to the possibility of criminals stealing data or law enforcement accessing it without a warrant. If you have even a few seconds notice before a robbery or unlawful search, you can discreetly and temporarily disable Touch and Face ID on your iPhone; let's learn how.
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5 Essential iPhone Security Features You Should Enable Right Now
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Apple is constantly adding new iPhone privacy and security features and upgrading existing one. In this article, we'll go over five of the best iPhone security features that you should know about.
iPhone Not Showing Up in Finder? Here’s the Real Fix!
By Emma Chase
If your first Apple devices are a newer iPhone and a newer Mac, you may not have ever used a cable to connect the two. There are significant benefits when you do, including backing up your iPhone to your Mac and accessing files or media. But what if you connect your iPhone to your Mac, and it doesn't show up in the Mac Finder as it should? Here's how to troubleshoot and fix the problem when your iPhone isn't showing up in Finder.
How to Check Service History on iPhone
By Ashleigh Page
If you're looking for a way to view the iPhone repair history of your own device or a used iPhone you're considering purchasing, you've come to the right place! \We'll cover how to do this and walk through some important information about what you can view in the service history for different models and situations.
Has your Mail app given you an error message that says, "this message has not been downloaded from the server"? If you're asking yourself, "Why am I not getting emails on my iPhone?" read on. There are multiple reasons you might be getting this error, and we'll show you several different fixes.
How to FaceTime without Wi-Fi
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Can you FaceTime without Wi-Fi? This is a common question, especially when you have an urgent call to make and your Wi-Fi has suddenly died. Or maybe you're out and about and don't have a public network to connect to. Fortunately, you can use FaceTime without Wi-Fi, though it does take up a lot of cellular data. Here is how to FaceTime without Wi-Fi
How to Print Text Messages from iPhone
By Tamlin Day
Have you ever needed to know how to print text messages? Sometimes you get an important text that you need to save or document, for legal reasons or to keep a paper trail of important communications, and saving and printing your texts from a Mac is not an option. In this article, we'll cover how to print text messages from iPhone using screenshots, your Mail app, and third-party apps.
How to Block Spam Text Messages from Email Accounts
By Ashleigh Page
Getting spam texts from emails and unknown phone numbers is frustrating. Unfortunately, there's no one perfect way to block all spam texts and calls. However, there are some steps you can take to block spam accounts and reduce the amount of spam you receive. As a bonus, we'll also cover how to report spam texts from email accounts and unknown senders.
How to Find IP Address on iPhone
By Devala Rees
When your phone connects to a Wi-Fi network, the network assigns you an IP address. For the most part, you'll never need to know your IP address. However, you may be asked to provide it in certain situations, like troubleshooting internet issues. Here's how to find your IP address.
Smart Plants: The Best Gardening Tools for the Techie Horticulturist
By Sarah Kingsbury
Winter is in full swing. It’s time to drag all your houseplants inside from their outdoor abode where they’ve been living their best lives and figure out how to keep them alive in the dry indoor air and limited winter sunlight. Having a house full of vibrant greenery offers a delightful contrast to the cold gray outdoors, but keeping plants happy requires the right tools. Here are all the apps and smart gear I use to keep my indoor garden thriving all winter long.
How to Watermark Photos on iPhone
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
How to Drop a Pin in Apple Maps
By Devala Rees
Dropping a pin is an easy way to temporarily mark a spot on the map so that you can easily find or retrace your steps to a marked location. This is especially useful when giving people directions to a large area without an address (such as a city park). Let's cover how to pin your location on the iPhone Maps app.
How to Customize a Web Page in Safari Reader Mode
By Conner Carey
Safari Reader mode removes the clutter of a web page so you can easily read content without interruptions from ads. With Safari settings for Reader mode, you can customize your font, text size, and background color for a fun and easy-to-read browsing experience. Let's learn how!
How to Customize Safari Settings for Individual Websites
By Tamlin Day
Setting a website to always open in Desktop or Reader Mode makes it easier to browse on your iPhone. With Safari's custom controls, you can also allow trusted websites access to your microphone, camera, and location. Let's cover how to customize Safari settings for a specific website.
How to Disconnect Bluetooth Headphones from iPhone
By Conner Carey
Do you own a Bluetooth speaker or a pair of headphones that you don't know how to disconnect from your iPhone? While you can disconnect your AirPods by simply putting them in the case, we'll also show you how to temporarily disconnect your Bluetooth devices in the Settings app.
The Easiest Way to Switch between Apps without the App Switcher
By August Garry
Did you know you can quickly switch between apps without ever opening the App Switcher? In this tip, we'll show you how to use the Home bar on your iPhone to toggle between open apps.
How to Queue Songs on Apple Music
By Devala Rees
Apple Music features on iPhone allow you to queue up songs so that when the current song finishes, the app automatically moves on to the next song you selected. This lets you easily create custom playlists while you're listening. Let's cover how to queue songs on Apple Music.
How to Add Music to a Video on iPhone (2 Free Ways)
By Ashleigh Page
Got an adorable, hilarious, or action-packed video that you're dying to add music to? While you can't add music to videos using your Photos app, the good news is that you can do this with the native Apple iMovie app. Below, we'll show you how to add music to a video for free using iMovie and with the third-party InShot video editing app.
How to Easily Transfer from Android to iPhone
By Conner Carey
Switching from Android to iPhone 13 or any other iOS phone may seem overwhelming, but these tips and the Move to iOS app make it a breeze! In this article, I will explain how to transfer data including photos, contacts, and apps from Android to iPhone. Plus, I'll give you tips on what to troubleshoot if Move to iOS is not working.
The iPhone Notes app offers checklists as an extremely easy way to keep your to-do lists and jotted-down ideas close at hand. If you use Notes checklists often, you may want to consider changing your settings so that Notes automatically sorts checked items to the bottom!