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How to Use Genmoji to Make Custom Emojis of Your Pets
By Olena Kagui
Did you know that you can create your own emojis using Apple Intelligence? My favorite way to use this feature is to create emojis that look like my pets. I’ll teach you how to use the built-in emoji generator to create custom Genmoji of your cats, dogs, or whatever else you can imagine!
Reset Photos App Facial Recognition for People & Pets
By Olena Kagui
Your Photos app has a facial recognition search feature that is used to identify different people and animals in your life. These are then automatically turned into Memories and show up as suggestions in the People & Pets album. If you notice that your iPhone is incorrectly identifying certain loved ones or not including them in your Memories, doing a quick reset can fix the issue!
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Why is your Do Not Disturb or Focus mode turning on by itself on your iPhone? Do Not Disturb and Focus modes can be connected to Lock Screens or turned on automatically based on location and iPhone usage, so it's easy to turn them on accidentally. Learn how to turn Focus mode off and keep it from turning on by itself to avoid missing important notifications!
Ghost in the iMachine: Spooky Tech Stories
By August Garry
As much as we love technology, we have always been suspicious of it. You only need to look to our horror stories to understand that: from 2001: A Space Odyssey to The Ring to M3GAN, we are captivated by the idea of what happens when technology turns on us. Even Frankenstein, considered by many the first true science-fiction story, is about the dangers inherent in toying with technology whose consequences we can’t fully understand.
Apple Watch Touch Screen Not Working? Fix It Fast!
By Leanne Hays
If your Apple Watch touch screen is not working, intermittently glitching, or unresponsive, we'll show you how to get taps, swipes, and gestures working again. Here's how to fix your Apple Watch screen.
How to Turn Off Name & Photo Sharing on iPhone
By Rhett Intriago
Don’t want to share your contact name and photo with everyone who texts you? You can give yourself a bit of extra privacy by turning off contact sharing on your iPhone. Here's how to unshare your contact photo and name on your iPhone.
How to Type on Your Apple Watch Using Your iPhone
By Rhett Intriago
Typing on your Apple Watch can be a hassle because of how small the display is. Plus, if your Apple Watch is older than Series 7, you don’t even have access to an on-screen keyboard. However, did you know you can type on your Apple Watch using your iPhone? Here’s how.
Why Is My Apple Watch Vibrating but Not Showing Notifications?
By Rhett Intriago
Every Apple Watch owner experiences phantom vibrations from time to time. You’ve probably found this article because your Apple Watch vibrated for seemingly no reason. It can get annoying if it happens often and you frequently find yourself raising your wrist and seeing no new notifications. Let’s dive into why your Apple Watch is vibrating but not showing notifications.
Fixed: AirPods Connected but Sound Coming From Phone
By Olena Kagui
AirPods and AirPods Pro are supposed to pair seamlessly with your iPhone, and they usually do. But a common glitch occurs where your AirPods say "connected," but no sound is coming out of them. Learn how to troubleshoot AirPods not playing sound once and for all.
iView: iPhone in Nature
By Hal Goldstein
My wife and I are most fortunate to own and share 33 acres of rural Iowa forest with birds, trees, plants, grasses, insects, fish, reptiles, small mammals, and deer. Admittedly, staring at my iPhone when walking in our woods is not a good look. Yet, worlds have opened thanks to apps that let me name trees, identify birds, diagnose plant health, and plot our newly created paths.
Are Emails Case Sensitive? Here’s What You Need to Know
By Olena Kagui
Do you take time out of your busy day to worry about email address case sensitivity? I know I have! The good news is that you don't need to fix accidental capitalization or turn caps lock off when writing an email because emails are not case-sensitive. Learn how to use this to your advantage!
Tesla Dog Mode: What Is It & How to Use It?
By Olena Kagui
My absolute favorite Tesla feature is Dog Mode, also known as Pet Mode, because it gives me peace of mind. I’ll explain everything you need to know about Tesla Dog Mode, including potential safety risks and ways to keep an eye on your pets using the mobile app.
How to Invert Image Color on iPhone
By Rachel Needell
In order to invert the colors on an iPhone photo, you will need to download a photo editing app like Photoshop Express, Lightroom, or you can surf the web for online tools that will easily convert your image. For this example, I will be using Photoshop Express. Here's how to invert colors on an image on your iPhone.
Hands on with the iPhone 15 Pro Max
By Susan Misuraca
The reviews are in! After a month with the iPhone 15 Pro Max, Donna and David are joined by iPhone Life’s founder Hal Goldstein to compare notes. They weigh in on the Action button, camera upgrades, USB-C, the new titanium shell, and more. What are the best and worst new features? Tune in to find out.
How to Link Notes Together on iPhone
By Rhett Intriago
In the latest version of iOS, you can link your notes together. If you have tons of disorganized notes, you can add hyperlinks to them so that you can quickly navigate to related notes.
Fixed: Cannot Send Audio Messages at This Time
By Rhett Intriago
Are audio messages not working on your iPhone? Sending audio messages is a convenient way to convey information more quickly than a text. If you’re someone who sends a lot of audio messages, having them not work can be extremely frustrating.
Best Tech to Bring to the Cookout
By Nicholas Naioti
While cooking over fire may seem like an inherently primitive and lo-fi task, high-tech tools can make your barbecues easier and more enjoyable. In testing this new smart cookout gear, I was surprised and excited by how much it improved my cooking. Here is my definitive list of smart gadgets to help you channel your inner grill master and enhance your next outdoor gathering.
The People & Pets album in the Photos app is an exciting new iOS 17 feature that lots of pet owners are excited about. But, many of our readers can't find the People & Pets album, or don't see their pets in the album, and are wondering what's gone wrong. Here's how to find the Pets & People album.
