Through the years, FaceTime has evolved and improved to include more devices and capabilities. With Apple's iOS 15, we can finally place a FaceTime call to Android users via a link, not to mention all the cool features now available with SharePlay. In this guide, we'll cover how to make a call using the FaceTime app, how to FaceTime with Android users, how to share your screen, and more!
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Oops! Our Most Embarrassing Tech Stories
By August Garry
We’ve all had it happen: you get a little too comfortable with autocorrect, and all of a sudden you’ve sent a horrifying text to your mother-in-law when all you wanted to do was ask if she wanted to come over for dinner at six. And then there are the times when the real world decides to assert its dominance over our digital fantasy world. How many of us have fished our iPhones out from bodies of water and hopefully dumped them into bags of rice?
How to Fix Siri Volume Control on AirPods Not Working
By Rhett Intriago
Apple has integrated Siri into AirPods seamlessly, so you can continue using your virtual assistant without pulling out your phone. When listening to music, podcasts, audiobooks, etc., you can ask Siri to pause and play media, skip or go back, and adjust the volume of your AirPods. However, sometimes Siri volume control does not work the way it should.
iView: Use Your iPhone to Stay Healthy
By Hal Goldstein
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.
How to Answer Calls with AirPods Using Siri
By Ashleigh Page
Whether you're washing dishes or working out, it can be handy to accept or decline calls without touching your phone. Now, you can easily reject calls through your headphones with Siri without even needing to say "Hey Siri." Let's go over how to answer calls on AirPods and other headphones.
How to AirPlay from iPhone to Mac
By Jivan Hall
We have been able to stream media from our iPhones to Apple TV for a while now, but Apple did not support Mac and AirPlay until very recently. Yes, there have been a few workarounds in the past using third-party apps, but with Apple's latest software updates, you can now AirPlay iPhone to Mac with very little effort. Keep reading to learn how.
How to Add New iPhone Photo Filters to the Photos App
By Devala Rees
Do you like using iPhone photo filters? There are many different iPhone photo filter apps that add extra image filters in addition to the options that come with the Photos app. The neat thing is, you can also add these to the Photos app to use them all in one convenient place. Here's how to add filters to the Photos app from third-party apps.
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.
iView: iPhone in Italy
By Hal Goldstein
SharePlay: How to Work Out with Friends Using Apple Fitness Plus
By August Garry
The highly anticipated SharePlay feature has finally debuted with iOS 15.1. Now you can make your own group workout class in Apple Fitness Plus using SharePlay, right from the comfort of your own home! We'll show you how to do a group workout with FaceTime's SharePlay feature.
How to Delete a Playlist from Your iPhone
By Conner Carey
Creating and sharing playlists on my iPhone is one of my favorite things. However, old playlists tend to pile up. Before you know it, you’ve got fifty playlists and about five that you actually listen to. If it’s starting to get out of hand, then you'll want to know how to delete a Spotify playlist on the iPhone, as well as how to delete a YouTube Music playlist and an Apple Music playlist.
How to Delete Books from Kindle App or Device
By Conner Carey
How do you delete books from Kindle? If you really never want to see that book again, you can permanently delete it from your Kindle Library. There are a lot of different ways to remove Kindle books from your Kindle app or device and a few different places from which you might want to remove or delete them. We'll cover them all below.
How to Turn Off iPhone 14: All Ways
By Rachel Needell
The iPhone 14 comes with an Always-On display feature that can be a little annoying for some. This means that you can't turn off the Lock Screen even when your phone has been resting for awhile. I'll walk you through how to turn off the iPhone 14 Lock Screen, as well as how to power off your iPhone and what to do if your iPhone 14 is frozen and won't turn off.
What Devices Work with Find My Network?
By Rhett Intriago
Apple’s Find My network allows you to easily locate your devices whenever they’re lost or stolen. Whether you need to locate your Apple Watch, iPhone, or MacBook, the Find My app has you covered. For some devices, it can work even when there is no internet connection. The best part is, this helpful tool works with more than just Apple accessories.
In this episode, David and Donna discuss the pros and cons of Apple's new M2 Macs and HomePod. Other topics include the release of a new yellow iPhone 14 for spring, password management, and apps for learning the guitar and ukulele.
How to Change Featured Photos in iPhone Memories
By Ashleigh Page
Memory Mixes are a fun way to see collections of your old photos in a slideshow accompanied by fun and moody filters and music. We'll show you how to remove images from these automatically curated collections so you only see your favorite iPhone featured photos.
How to Answer a Call with a Text Message
By Abbey Dufoe
Sometimes, you just don’t have time to answer the phone. Especially if you’re driving, it’s often safer to quickly pull over and send an iPhone automated message to let the person know you’ll call them back later. This function is accessible right from the iPhone call screen. Here’s how to answer a call with a text message.
No Home button? No problem! We will teach you how to use an iPhone X and newer models without a Home button. This article will cover unique gestures that combine the Side and Volume buttons in place of the missing Home button. We’ll also show you common features, like talking to Siri, taking screenshots, opening Apple Pay, using Reachability, and closing apps to navigate the newer iPhone models, including iPhone 14!
If you've upgraded from an older iPhone with a Home button to a newer iPhone, learning how to get back to the main Home screen on an iPhone with no Home button on the screen is important. This is often where all the apps you use the most are located. Let's get started learning how to save time and navigate home on iPhone X through later models, including the iPhone 14, with one easy gesture.