Now that Apple has officially released iOS 13 to the public, I am excited to share my personal library of 150+ custom Siri Shortcuts for everyone…
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How to delete apps in iOS 13 and iPadOS 13
iOS 13 is imminent, so it’s time to get ready for some changes!
What time will Apple release iOS 13 on Thursday?
iOS 13, Apple’s latest and greatest operating system (and, after using the betas, it truly is a great OS) for your iPhone arrives on Thursday, September 19th…
Phishing attacks on Mac users doubling, don’t get fooled
Phishing attacks reaching macOS users look set to more than double this year, with emails specifically claiming…
How to tell if an app will run in macOS Catalina
If you’re intending to upgrade to Catalina, even early next year, perhaps, one of the first questions you need to ask is whether your important apps will run…
Apple’s soon-to-drop macOS 10.15 Catalina: Everything you need to know
Apple’s forthcoming macOS Catalina gives you more of everything you love about Mac. Experience music, TV, and podcasts in three all-new Mac apps…
How to back up your iPhone and iPad when iCloud won’t let you
This iPhone cannot be backed up because there is not enough iCloud storage available…
Hurricane Dorian: Get your tech ready for the coming storm
Hurricane Dorian could be the strongest hurricane to strike Florida’s East Coast since Andrew in 1992…
How to quickly tidy up your Apple Wallet
My real wallet is a shrine to minimalism. A bit of cash, a few cards, and zero old receipts or spent metro tickets….
How to make sure your iPhone battery will last when a storm hits
As the peak of hurricane season approaches, your iPhone is likely how you plan to stay connected. However, when the power goes out…
Mastercard: Apple Card delivers unique ‘enhanced security’ users will never see
The president of Mastercard’s North American operations says Apple’s new no-number, “digital first” credit card is bringing enhanced security to users…
Apple Notarization: Current Mac software installers might not run smoothly on macOS Catalina
Apple’s new notarization security requirement for macOS Catalina might mean that installers you have for pre-2019 software…
How often should you restart your Phone?
Daily? Weekly? Monthly? Annually? Never?
How to keep your MacBook Pro battery healthy for years
In just a few steps you can maximize how long it is before you have to replace your MacBook, MacBook Air, or MacBook Pro battery…
How printing options in Photos for macOS work
Printing options in Photos for macOS are not quite intuitive, but you will get a regular Print dialog to appear in Photos…
Apple: How to apply for Apple Card
You can apply for Apple Card directly from the Wallet app on your iPhone if you have…
Don’t use cloud backup services to make copies of your Time Machine volumes
Time Machine is a simple and generally effective way to make an ongoing archive of a Mac’s files and folder structure….
How to delete your anonymized Siri recordings that Apple may have on file for you
There are methods in iOS and macOS for deletion of the anonymized Siri recordings that Apple may have on file for you…
When you get your titanium Apple Card next month, try not to use it
Apple Card completely rethinks everything about the credit card…
macOS Catalina: How to use the new features in Safari 13
When you upgrade to macOS Catalina, Apple’s Safari web browser gets a few helpful new features…
No, Apple isn’t calling to alert you to suspicious activity; here’s how to protect yourself from this scam
Never share your Apple ID password or temporary verification codes with anyone. Apple will never ask you for this information to provide support…
Use these tricks and tips to make full use of Siri on your Mac
These days, Siri is more than just a voice assistant — it’s a whole smart AI system embedded in Apple’s devices…
Ahead of Apple Card launch, how to set up Apple Pay and use it on your iPhone, Apple Watch and Mac
Apple Pay isfaster and more secure than using a physical credit card at a register…
Are you still making these mistakes with your iPhone or iPad?
It’s amazing how many people are inadvertently mistreating their iPhone or iPad by doing things that are either unnecessary or even damaging…
How to download YouTube videos to your Mac
There are several reasons you might want to download videos from YouTube…
How to check that your Mac is free of Zoom and similar web servers
A week ago, Mac users were alerted to a sinister danger: if you had previously installed certain conferencing software…
The safest way to free up storage space on your iPhone or iPad
Running out of space on your iPhone or iPad? You could run out and buy a new one with more storage — and a bigger price tag — or you could…
iOS 13: How to make your videos widescreen
How to use the entire display on your iPhone X-series device for video playback in iOS 13…
12 lesser known iPadOS, iOS 13 features
Apple’s new iPhone and iPad operating systems are packed with small but interesting features we need to get to know…
Learn iOS 13’s new location privacy features
New privacy features in iOS and iPad OS give you far more control over how often apps can access your location and ways to stop them figuring it out in other ways…
Serious security flaw means you should delete Zoom app from your Mac
A serious vulnerablity in the Zoom videoconferencing system lets websites open up a video-enabled call on any Mac that has ever installed the app…
How to make two bootable macOS versions on one external SSD
A very useful tip if you manage multiple Macs on different macOS versions…
iOS 13: How to customize your Messages profile
Apple is making it easier to share and customize your contact profile through Messages, so everyone you are in contact with sees the image you want them to see.
Alternatives to Apple’s now defunct Back to My Mac service
There are many alternative solutions for remote access and control of remote Macs now that Apple has shuttered its Back to My Mac service.
What to do about 32-bit apps before updating to macOS Catalina
After updating to macOS Catalina, old 32-bit apps will not longer work…
The best iOS 13 tricks you haven’t tried yet
For those who need a little more manual control over the wifi networks they connect to, I’m pleased to report that you’ll never have to open the Settings app ever again…
Apple’s QuickPath: How to use the new iPhone keyboard tool that revolutionizes typing in iOS 13
A new iOS 13 feature called QuickPath is going to change the way you type on your iPhone…
Why you should use iCloud email rules and not Mail rules on your Mac
Mail rules in the Mail app on your Mac are robust and powerful but they no longer work well in a world where…
Share your Wi-Fi password as a QR code from your iPhone or iPad
Sharing your Wi-Fi password as a QR code.
How to get Apple’s macOS Catalina public beta for your Mac
Here’s what you need to know to get your Mac ready for and upgraded to the macOS Catalina public beta when it ship…
How to tell if someone is using Do Not Disturb on iPhone – and override it
How can you tell if the person who isn’t picking up your calls or answering your texts..
How to schedule iOS text messages with Apple’s Shortcuts App
Like emails and social media posts, being able to draft and schedule out your texts can be a time management lifesaver…
