By Rachel Needell
Is your iPhone stuck in SOS mode? Sometimes, especially while traveling, you might see an SOS icon in the top right corner of your iPhone’s status bar. We’ll explain why your iPhone says "SOS only" and we’ll teach you how to turn off SOS only on iPhone.
By Susan Misuraca
Wondering when you can download iOS 17? In episode 202 of the iPhone Life Podcast, Donna and Cullen share iOS 17 top features, release dates, and more, after a month of hands-on testing.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Does Do Not Disturb block alarms? It doesn't block iPhone alarms but it can block alarms from third-party apps. Here's how to make sure your alarm goes off if you have Do Not Disturb or a Focus mode set.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
If your iPhone wallpaper disappeared, it's likely due to a bug in your iPhone's software. Many people saw this bug with iOS 16.1.1, so updating to a newer version will likely fix the issue. But there are other possible causes, so here is what to do when your iPhone wallpaper is black.
By Olena Kagui
Gone are the days when tech and water didn’t mix. Today we have a wide selection of water-resistant and waterproof products that can enhance our poolside days and beach trips. Living on Maui gives me constant opportunities to test the best beach and pool gear against the elements. I’ll share my favorite gear with you that passed the test of tropical island life.
By Leanne Hays
By Olena Kagui
The Apple Watch Ultra is not your average Apple Watch. While buying one of these rugged Apple Watches may be an easy decision, picking the right band for it is a whole different story. As a self-proclaimed Apple Watch fanatic, it has been my mission to find the perfect Apple Watch Ultra band. Here are my top 10 picks, with something for every lifestyle, aesthetic, and budget.
By Olena Kagui
Have you ever misplaced or forgotten your keys? Gotten all comfy in bed just to wonder, anxiously, if you locked the door? Wished you could let your friend or neighbor into your home while you’re at work? The Level Lock+ makes all these concerns a thing of the past! This smart lock is Apple HomeKit compatible and comes with Apple Home Keys, giving you dozens of quick and easy ways to lock and unlock your door, even if you’re continents away.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
If you want to organize apps on your iPhone automatically alphabetically, your easiest bet is to reset your Home Screen layout. This will sort all your apps by title alphabetically to make swiping easy and intuitive instead of having to shuffle through what was most recently downloaded. Here's how to put apps in alphabetical order on your iPhone and iPad.
By Rachel Needell
If you're someone that likes to go for hikes or enjoys exploring parks, did you know that you can use the Fitness app to see a map of your last hike or walk? This is especially great if you want to duplicate a path you've walked before, or you want to share your journey with friends. Additionally, it's a great way to avoid getting lost the next time you go exploring! Here's how it works.
By Rachel Needell
No one likes scrolling through their photos on their Mac and coming across duplicates. Luckily, Apple has made this easy in the Photos app on Mac by creating a folder called "Duplicates" that allows you to see all the duplicate photos in your library and merge them into one photo. Here's how to find and remove duplicate photos in the Photos app on Mac.
By Olena Kagui
It can be frustrating if your iPhone camera keeps blinking and ruining all those picture-perfect moments. This may be caused by an iPhone screen glitch, automatic lens changing, debris on your lens or sensor, bad lighting, or using the wrong camera settings. I'll help you troubleshoot the issue and ensure that today is the last time your iPhone camera blinks!
By Olena Kagui
Lost Apple Watch? Don’t panic! I’ll teach you how to find your Apple Watch, even if the battery is completely drained or your watch is turned off. I’ll explain how to use the Find My device last seen feature to track your Apple Watch. I will also give you Apple Watch location tracking and loss prevention tips!
By Olena Kagui
AirTags are a great tool that help users find otherwise untrackable belongings like keys, wallets, documents, etc. When the time comes to actually track your AirTag, it's important to understand exactly how to locate AirTags, which may require you to wait for them to refresh their location. I'll also explain why the location may be updating more slowly and how to access your AirTag location history.
By Olena Kagui
Your Tesla connects to Wi-Fi to download updates, but it does have a built-in modem that you can enable by paying for Premium Connectivity. It is also possible to use your phone's hotspot to steam on your Tesla. Despite having its own modem, for now, a Tesla cannot function as a hotspot.
