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iPhone Life's Best Apple Watch Apps (2024)
By Olena Kagui
Do Apple Watches belong with formal wear? Many etiquette experts say no. However, dressing it up with more formal bands can help, and if you're wearing it for health reasons keep it on!
iPhone Life's Best Kids & Parenting Apps (2025)
By Olena Kagui
Whether you're excited to develop your child's digital literacy or hesitant to introduce them to screens, finding a healthy balance of tech use is important in today's world. Here are the best apps for children, parents, and caretakers to support your household.
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New macOS 13 Rumors: What to Expect from This Mammoth Update
By August Garry
While it seems like we just got macOS Monterey, it's almost time for a new macOS to make its debut. We can probably expect macOS 13 to be announced at WWDC in June and released in the fall, but what else do we know about it? Here, we'll cover the expected release date, potential names, and what we hope to see in the new macOS.
How to Change the Cursor on Mac
By Devala Rees
For some Mac users, the mouse icon is too small or too similar to the background color to conveniently see. Or perhaps you don't have a problem finding your cursor, but would simply like to change the cursor appearance for aesthetic reasons. In either case, we'll cover how to change your mouse settings on your Mac.
How to Cancel Amazon Music on iPhone
By Rhett Intriago
Amazon Music Unlimited is a great service to have on your iPhone if you’re a heavy music listener. However, if you’ve tried it and decided it’s not a service you need, canceling Amazon Music can be a bit confusing. Luckily, we can show you how to cancel Amazon Music online and through the Amazon Music app.
How to Minimize All Windows on Mac (at the Same Time!)
By Jivan Hall
We've all fallen into the trap of opening way too many apps on our Macs. When you find yourself getting distracted by the desktop clutter, or having trouble accessing files saved on your desktop, you might want to quickly clear some space on your screen. Of course, you can click the minimize button (the small yellow circle) on each window, but this can be quite tedious. Instead, let’s look at a cool keyboard shortcut to hide all your windows at once.
How to Get Apple ID Verification Code without Phone
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Your Mac can help verify a sign-in without a phone, which can be helpful if you're traveling and your iPhone isn't working, if you share a phone, or if you just don't want to go get your phone for two-factor authentication. You have to go into settings to get the code, but once it's set up it's easy. Here's how to get an Apple ID verification code without a phone number.
How to Add Notes to iCloud Keychain
By August Garry
Apple is making moves to make iCloud Keychain your one and only password manager. iCloud Keychain is built right into your Apple devices, so it's easy to keep all your passwords in one place, and now you can add notes to iCloud Keychain and keep track of all your important account information right in your Settings app.
How to Turn Off Ringer on Mac
By Rachel Needell
When all of your devices are connected, it's nice to be able to answer a phone call from your MacBook or iMac. But there are many reasons you'd want to know how to turn the ringer off on a Mac. This way, you can silence calls to your Mac when you need to. We’ll walk you through a few different options to disable call notifications on your Mac.
Best Camera Accessories for iPhone 13
By Olena Kagui
The iPhone 13 lineup boasts some of the best smartphone cameras on the market with the new Cinematic Mode and Macro capabilities. However, you can get even better results with the help of third-party lenses, filters, and rigs. I’ll even throw in a waterproof case and portable charger to capture videos and photos from anywhere for as long as you want!
Apple Magic Mouse Gestures
By Leanne Hays
How do you right-click on a mouse for a Mac or MacBook Pro? What about the other Magic Mouse 2 and Magic Mouse gestures with an Apple wireless mouse? Here's how to use the Apple Magic Mouse.
How to Add & Delete a User on Mac
By Rachel Needell
If you want to delete a user on Mac, add a user on Mac, add a guest user, or make a user an administrator, you can do so in your MacBook or iMac’s settings. This can be useful if more than one person will be sharing a computer, whether it's a work or family computer. Read below to learn how.
How to Fix This Accessory Is Not Supported on iPhone Error
By Kenya Smith
You’re attempting to charge your iPhone when all of a sudden, the message, “This accessory may not be supported” suddenly pops up on your screen. There are multiple reasons why your iPhone gets this certain pop-up. We’ll show you six things to do when your iPhone won’t support an accessory.
How to Restore Apple Watch Firmware on Your iPhone
By Olena Kagui
Previously, if your Apple Watch firmware ever became corrupted, restoring an Apple Watch from a backup used to require a visit to the Apple store. The new software updates make it possible to restore Apple Watch firmware directly from an iPhone! We’ll teach you when to restore your Apple Watch and how to do it from your iPhone!
How to Open Spotify Links in Apple Music & Vice Versa
By Rachel Needell
You may have been wondering how to convert a song from Apple Music to Spotify or how to share a Spotify song to Apple Music. With the App MusicMatch, this is now possible. With this app, you can share a Spotify song link and convert it to Apple Music or translate a Apple Music link to Spotify.
Which New iOS 15.4 Emojis Are You Actually Using?
By Susan Misuraca
In the 180th episode, David and Donna share which of the dozens of new iOS 15.4 emojis they’re actually using, from heart hands to melting face. Also, they explain why you might be seeing a blank gray box in place of the new emojis! Other topics include adding your driver’s license to Apple Wallet in states that support this feature and moving your cursor with precision when typing.
How to Use a YouTube Ad Blocker on iPhone
By Brian Peters
YouTube is the most widely-used platform for sharing and watching videos, but no one enjoys its ads, which are annoying, intrusive, and often unskippable. There are two main options for viewing YouTube without ads, and they each have have their pros and cons. In this guide, we'll help you pick one and show you how to set them up.
How to Cancel Disney Plus on Your iPhone
By Brian Peters
Have Disney Plus? Don't want it anymore? While the official app makes watching Disney Plus on your phone easy, canceling your Disney Plus subscription is a bit less straight forward. In this guide, we'll walk you through the steps to cancel your Disney Plus subscription with a direct subscription from Disney.