iPhone Life - Best Apps, Top Tips, Great Gear
iView: Is the iPad Pro the Right Laptop for Retirees?
By Hal Goldstein
I was one of few voices in the 1990s writing columns urging manufacturers to create a super-sized handheld. So, naturally I bought an iPad as soon as Apple introduced it in 2010 and have owned one ever since. Then in fall of 2022, my old laptop died. I wondered, should I stick with Windows, make the switch to a MacBook, or go for a budget-friendly Chromebook?
iPhone Life's Best Health & Fitness Apps (2024)
By Olena Kagui
While many health and fitness programs will tell you their way is the only way to reach your goals, the truth is that incremental changes, especially ones you enjoy, are key when it comes to taking care of your body. Remember, everyone is different, so play around and see what works for you!
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Top 7 Ways to Protect Your Personal Security in 2024
(Sponsored Post) By Amy Spitzfaden Both on Thu, 10/17/2024
Did you know that in 2023, there were over 2,000 cyber attacks affecting over 340 million victims?
That's why we are partnering with our friends at Incogni to bring you the Top 7 Ways to Protect Your Personal Security in 2024, a special free on-demand online event in honor of Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
In this class, you'll learn how to:
Apple's Groundbreaking New Headset & Everything Else Announced at WWDC 2023
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Apple used its 2023 WWDC keynote to usher in a groundbreaking new era of computing with its new Vision Pro, a spatial computer headset, its first new product in eight years. It also announced the expected software updates to its existing devices, including iOS 17, iPadOS 17, watchOS 10, and more. Many of these updates are small but practical, hopefully leading to an elevated experience across devices. Let's dive into the details.
Prevent Apps from Accessing Your Location
By Rhett Intriago
Location Services on iPhone allows your apps to do all kinds of things, such as give you directions from your current location to your destination or track your jogging route with GPS. However, that also means that some apps might be using your location when you don’t want them to. Thankfully, you can choose to turn off Location Services altogether.
How to View Historical Landmarks & Locations in the Photos App
By Rachel Needell
If you're familiar with the Photos app, you might be familiar with a feature called Visual Look Up, which is a feature that uses AI to identify objects in your photos. Most people have heard about its ability to recognize specific faces and identify plants. But, did you know that you can also use Visual Look Up to identify locations and important landmarks? It's super cool! Here's how.
How to Add Extra Money to your Apple Cash Card
By Rachel Needell
You may have heard of Apple Cash, the digital debit card that is located in the Wallet app. Apple Cash is great because it allows you to send and receive money directly from your Messages or from the Wallet app. Additionally, because it works just like any digital card, you can use it to pay for things online and in stores. Let's learn how to add money to your Apple Cash card.
Is AppleCare Worth It for Macs: MacBook Warranty 101
By Olena Kagui
Adding AppleCare Plus is not always in the budget when you're already spending thousands of dollars on a new or refurbished Mac. But it should be. In this article, I will go over Apple Limited Warranty, AppleCare Plus cost and coverage, and out-of-pocket Mac repair costs. I will also share my recent experience fixing my out-of-warranty MacBook Pro for a third of what the device originally cost.
Why Won’t My iPhone Update? How to Get the New iOS Update
By Leanne Hays
So you were excited to download the latest version of iOS or iPadOS but your iPhone won't update? Or is the problem that your device seems to have frozen in the middle of the update? Is your iPhone or iPad unable to check for an update? If you're stuck and wondering what to do, look no further. Below, you will find the steps you need to work through to fix these issues and get the latest iOS or iPadOS update.
Fixed: Spotify Not Working on iPhone
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
When Spotify is not responding, it can ruin everything from a workout to your day's whole vibe. Fortunately, there are many things to try, from restarting the app to checking with Spotify itself, so let's get started learning what to do when Spotify is not playing the songs you so desperately want to hear.
How to Change Car in Google Maps: Secret Driving Tip
By Olena Kagui
Google Maps is the go-to maps app for many iPhone users, and I'll teach you a fun way to customize it. The blue navigation icon can be customized with a choice of Google Maps cars so that you see a car icon driving on the map instead of the arrow. Find out how to change to a car icon on Google Maps for both aesthetic and practical reasons!
Quickly Access the Latest Sports News
By Rhett Intriago
If sports are your life, this feature added to iOS 16.5 is going to make getting the latest updates much easier. The News app now has a dedicated tab for Sports so you can see up-to-date news and scores for your favorite sports and teams.
Express Yourself with New Emojis in iOS 16.4
By Rhett Intriago
Almost every major version of iOS comes with new emojis, and iOS 16 is no exception. Your iPhone now comes with 21 new emojis (31 if you factor in skin tone variations). Now you can express yourself in a variety of new ways.
How to Turn Off Phone without Power Button
By Rhett Intriago
Having trouble with your iPhone's power button? Luckily, there is an easy way to turn off your phone without the power button. With the accessibility setting, Assistive Touch, you can perform a variety of actions with just a few taps. Let's take a look at how to enable this feature.
Why Does My iMessage Keep Turning Off & How to Fix It (2024)
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!
6 Quick Fixes for When Apple Watch Won’t Swipe Up
By Rhett Intriago
Has your Apple Watch screen stopped responding to your touch? Having trouble swiping up or down? Whenever your devices are behaving out of the ordinary or don’t respond how you would normally expect them to, it can be extremely frustrating. Let’s get to the bottom of why your Apple Watch won't swipe up.
How to Type an Upside-Down Exclamation Point on a Mac
By Olena Kagui
Upside-down exclamation marks, also called Spanish exclamation points or inverted exclamation points, are used in Spanish, Asturian, and Waray languages. They are used at the beginning of an emphasized sentence, and there is a right-side-up exclamation mark at the end. I'll teach you how to do upside-down exclamation marks easily on your Mac!
Where Do FaceTime Photos Go? Plus, How to See Them!
By Leanne Hays
FaceTime screenshots and photos are a fun way to keep memories of calls with friends and loved ones, but where do FaceTime photos go once you've taken them? Here's where FaceTime screenshots and photos go, and how to find them in just a few easy steps.
Lock Your Apple ID with a Physical Key
By Rhett Intriago
Enabling two-factor authentication is a great way to secure any account, but Apple takes things a step further with physical security keys. These fancy gadgets serve as an extra barrier to safeguarding your Apple ID from security breaches.