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iView: Disruption Coming in the Third Age of Smartphones
By Hal Goldstein
From the 1950s through the 1970s, I used pen and paper to write, solve math problems, and update my address book and calendar. Starting in 1982, I experienced a new world of possibilities thanks to my personal computer and its word processor, spreadsheet, and database software.
How to Make a Custom Route on Apple Maps
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
For those adventurous enough to want to branch out onto new terrain but cautious enough to want a digital guide, I have good news for you: you can now create a custom route on Apple Maps. It's easy to create and easy to manage and will keep you from getting lost on your walk, hike, or run. Let's dive into how to create a route on Apple Maps.
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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:
When Does an Android Beat an iPhone?
By Olena Kagui
Anyone who knows me will tell you I’m an Apple head, but I wasn’t always this way. I’ve had a smartphone in my pocket ever since they became mainstream, and that smartphone has been an iPhone since 2019. The heated Android vs. iPhone debate has always interested me because of the almost fanatical passion on both sides. Let me tell you all the things that Android phones do better than iPhones and why I don’t see myself switching back to Android anytime soon.
How to Record Spatial Video on iPhone
By Olena Kagui
Spatial videos look three-dimensional when viewed on the Apple Vision Pro or compatible third-party AR/VR headsets. They can be filmed due to the particular positioning of the camera lenses on the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. I'll teach you how to enable spatial video recording on your iPhone and start shooting!
How to Export Photos and Keep the Original Date
By Olena Kagui
Sometimes, when you export a photo or video from the Photos app, the metadata will not copy over. This means that the original date that the photo will be replaced with the date you exported it. There is a trick to save the original date when exporting on both Macs and iPhones.
How to Send Video from iPhone to Android
By Rachel Needell
If you need to send a video from your iPhone to an Android, you will not be able to use the AirDrop feature. Instead, you will have to send the video in the old-fashioned way, like text or email. However, there are a few ways you can go about sending a video from iPhone to Android. We'll cover the best way to send videos from iPhone to Android below.
Fixed: Why Does My Volume Keep Going Down by Itself?
By Rhett Intriago
Ever been listening to music on your phone and had the volume turn down on its own? This is a common problem that plagues many iPhone users. But why does your volume keep going down by itself? In this article, we’ll go over the possible reasons why this might be happening and how you can prevent your iPhone from adjusting the volume by itself.
What Is a Rapid Security Response? Everything You Need to Know
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
A Rapid Security Response is an iOS security response designed to patch up a detected vulnerability automatically instead of waiting for you to install the update yourself. This addresses security risks in a timely fashion, minimizing risk to users. Here's everything you need to know about Apple's Rapid Security Response.
Save Battery by Disabling Your iPhone’s Always On Display
By Rhett Intriago
The iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro (as well as both of their Pro Max models) have a feature called Always On Display. This feature allows your phone screen to stay on at all times (unless you place it in your pocket or a bag) while consuming a minimal amount of battery. However, if you want to save a bit of battery or you don’t want others to see your notifications as soon as they come in, you can find out how to turn off the Always On Display on your iPhone.
Auto-Sort Your Notes with Smart Folders
By Rhett Intriago
Did you know you can organize your notes into smart folders? But what is a smart folder in Notes? In this tip, I’ll show you how to organize your notes on iPhone using this handy feature that lets you sort notes by categories, tags, and more.
How to Recover Deleted Notes on iPhone in Seconds
By Rhett Intriago
Everyone has accidentally deleted notes from their iPhones at some point. Luckily, there is an easy way to get your missing notes back. Read on to discover how to recover deleted notes on iPhone.
Hack Aging & Stay Healthy with Apple
By Michael Schill
When one gets to a particular age, one might start to pine for the proverbial fountain of youth. At 71, I seem to have arrived at that juncture. I have been pursuing longevity by studying the latest scientific research and by using technology to track my health parameters, so I can be aware and improve them. There is a revolution in healthcare with respect to longevity. A plethora of scientific research is being conducted, shifting the paradigm to treating aging as a disease, not as an inevitability. That research is leading to many excellent technologies to test and track our health metrics so we can directly see where to put our resources toward achieving longevity.
How to Retrieve Deleted Emails
By Rachel Needell
Everyone has deleted an important email they needed to find later. If you need to know how to retrieve deleted emails, whether you're using Gmail or iCloud, there's usually a way to recover them. Most email clients allow you to store deleted emails for up to 30 days. We'll go over everything you need to know to recover deleted emails on your iPhone or your Mac.
Solved: iPhone Keeps Turning Off Live Photos
By Rhett Intriago
Live Photos are a fun way to capture memories by saving both a still image and a short video of the moment. However, it can be annoying to have to constantly turn this feature on and off. Why does your iPhone keep turning off Live Photos? We’ll go over why this happens and how to resolve it so that you can always keep Live Photos on.
How to Find a Hidden Spy Camera with Your iPhone
By Leanne Hays
It's a creepy feeling to suspect that there's a hidden camera in your house, hotel room, or Airbnb. We'll show you how to find hidden cameras without a camera detector, or with a camera detector app.
How to Check Your iPhone Battery Level on Your Apple Watch
By Leanne Hays
Apple hasn't made it possible to check your iPhone battery level from your Apple Watch with a native feature. Luckily, you can use a free third-party app to see your iPhone battery level on your Apple Watch; here's how!
How to Set Up Apple’s Authenticator App
By Rhett Intriago
Two-factor or multi-factor authentication is a way to keep your accounts secure. Everyone who values their security and privacy should have multi-factor authentication enabled for every online account that offers it. You can usually do this with either your phone number or an authenticator app. Luckily, your iPhone has a built-in Apple authenticator app. In this tip, I'll show you how to set up Apple's authenticator app on your iPhone.
iMessage Contact Key Verification Explained
By Rhett Intriago
Privacy and security are one of Apple's strong suits which is why the new iMessage Contact Key Verification feature is a change I gladly welcome. This new setting helps protect your messages and ensures you are talking to the right person. Find out what this new feature does and how to enable it for your Apple ID.
