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Find Out Which App Is Using Your iPhone Microphone or Camera
By Rhett Intriago
Apple values privacy and is dedicated to keeping your iPhone secure. Apps can only access your iPhone microphone and camera if you give them permission. Not only that, but when any app does that, your iPhone will let you know. Here’s how to check what app is using your camera or microphone on your iPhone.
How to Remove Tickets from Apple Wallet
By Olena Kagui
Every card, key, pass, or ticket that you add to your Apple Wallet stays there until you manually delete it. Depending on the type of ticket or pass you have, the steps to delete it can vary, but they are easy to delete once you know what to look for.
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Listening to music can make you happier, healthier, and even smarter. However, you don't necessarily need Apple's Music app to open automatically every time you turn on your Mac. In fact, it can be downright annoying. Learn how to stop Apple Music from launching automatically on your Mac at login.
What to Expect from Apple's April 20 Spring Event
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
When is the next Apple keynote? Apple has officially announced an April 20 event, and it looks like we could be seeing AirTags, AirPods 3, a new iPad Pro, the iPad mini 6, Apple TV 6, a new iMac design, and AirPods Pro. So let's dive into these possibilities of what we could be seeing on Tuesday.
How to Move Apps In & Out of the Mac Dock
By Olena Kagui
The Mac Dock is the menu bar usually found at the bottom of your screen containing various apps. Every Mac comes with a pre-set list of Apple's most popular apps. While every app in the Dock has its purpose, each user has unique needs and preferences. Learn how to move apps as needed to have a custom Dock that works for you.
How to Share a Guide from the Apple Maps App on Your iPhone
By Leanne Hays
Apple Maps got a few new features with iOS 14, one of which is Guides. Maps users can create Guides that include favorite destinations on their iPhone or iPad then share them with friends and family via Messages, email, social media, and more.
Apple Fitness Plus: How to Add a Favorite Workout to My Workouts
By Erin MacPherson
Most Apple Fitness app users tend to favor certain workouts. If you’d rather have an easy way to find your favorite workouts instead of having to search through Apple Fitness+ each time, we’ll show you how to add favorite workouts to your My Workouts list.
iPhone updates are a double-edged sword. On the one hand, we can expect exciting new features and bug fixes. On the other, it takes time to install the update, which can disrupt your busy schedule. Some updates will also come with a lot of changes to learn. Despite the inconveniences, it is crucial to keep your device up to date.
How to Reenergize & Overcome Pandemic Fatigue with Your iPhone
By Donna Schill
In the 153rd episode, Donna exchanges practical tips for overcoming pandemic fatigue with Feature Writer and Certified Personal Trainer Erin Smith. Learn hacks for hitting your workout goals with the Apple Fitness Plus service for Apple Watch users and creative ideas for staying entertained from the safety of home.
How to Look Good on Zoom & Video Calls
By Olena Kagui
While it is a myth that the camera adds 10 pounds, awkward angles and bad lighting can be harmful to our self-esteem. Many of us have wondered how to look better on video calls. There are several factors to consider before a Zoom meeting to make sure you are presenting your best self. It helps to consider the best lighting for video calls, the best camera angles, and explore appearance settings as well as filters.
How to Get the Apple Store Education Discount
By Olena Kagui
Apple products are known for their quality, sleekness, and functionality. This comes at a cost that can be significant for some. Fortunately, there are teacher discounts and student discounts that may be used for your next purchase. This Apple Store discount can help those who are eligible to enhance their educational experiences using their favorite Apple products.
How to Scan Photos on an iPhone & iPad
By Olena Kagui
Want to scan old photos but don't have a flatbed picture scanner? Here's how to scan photos on an iPhone or iPad, including how to scan with the iPhone camera and how to scan pictures on an iPhone using the Notes app. We'll also show you the best iPhone scanner app for scanning old photos, as well as editing your scanned pictures.
How to Mute Siri
By August Garry
Have you ever just wanted to tell Siri to shut up? Maybe you needed Siri to help you out, but you didn’t want to hear the app’s voice feedback. Maybe you were in a meeting or classroom, and your quick search for where to get a burger after led to embarrassment in front of the whole room when Siri’s voice answered. Maybe you just find Siri’s voice annoying! In this guide, we’ll show you how to mute Siri and avoid any unwanted interruptions in the future.
How to Set Up a Family Member's Apple Watch with Family Setup
By Erin MacPherson
Your family members don’t need to have their own iPhone to enjoy the benefits of an Apple Watch. Our guide shows you how to use Apple Watch Family Setup to enable phone calls, messaging, and location sharing without a companion iPhone.
Apple Pencil Guide: Tips & Tricks for Everyday Users
By Erin MacPherson
Apple Pencils and iPads are designed work together seamlessly to bring you a more streamlined workflow. Knowing how to use your Apple Pencil will allow you to get the most out of it. If you’re looking for Apple Pencil tips, you’ve come to the right place.
How to Customize What's My Update Siri Feature
By August Garry
If you’re looking to customize Siri's iOS 14.2 What’s My Update feature, the short answer is: you can’t. You can remove (or add, if you’ve previously removed it) the short news clip Siri will play through the Podcasts app, but otherwise the rundown of your day Siri gives you will remain the same. Hopefully in the future, Apple will add more customization options for this feature, but for now, let’s take a minute to learn how to add or remove the daily news update from What’s My Update.
Why Is My iPhone Not Ringing? 4 Things to Try When Your iPhone Does Not Ring
By Erin MacPherson
Have you ever been asked why you didn’t answer someone’s call, only to find out that you missed it because your phone didn’t ring? You’re not alone. In this article, we’ll help you figure out why your iPhone won’t ring, and fix the muted phone issue so you can stop missing calls.
How to Turn On Night Shift on a MacBook
By Olena Kagui
Night Shift is a built-in software feature on Macs. But what does Night Shift do? It is essentially a blue light filter that changes the color of your display when it’s dark outside. It acts as a blue light screen filter for MacBook which may help you sleep better. Despite the health benefits, you may need to learn how to turn this Night Shift feature off.
