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What’s Coming for Apple Watch with watchOS 11
By Rachel Needell
Apple introduced a slew of updates to watchOS during the 2024 WWDC Keynote on June 10. This year's keynote focused primarily on how Apple will incorporate AI into its software. However, the Apple Watch seems to be fairly immune to these new AI features. Instead, Apple appears to be staying true to the device’s fitness tracker origins and honing in on the convenience of a smartwatch.
Everything Announced at Apple's 2024 WWDC Keynote
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Apple held its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) keynote on June 10 and showed us not only what all the new Apple operating systems have in store but also a peek into the controversial world of AI. We learned iOS 18 will bring us revamped Home Screen options, new messaging capabilities, and a completely redesigned Photos app; iPadOS 18 is finally getting a calculator and will quietly improve your handwriting; and watchOS 11 will offer more tracking than ever. Mac’s new operating system is named after the mighty sequoias and will sync with your iPhone better than before, while visionOS sees its first update. Let’s dive into everything announced at the 2024 WWDC keynote.
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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:
How to Print Google Docs from iPhone & iPad—Quick & Easy
By Leanne Hays
The Google Docs app on your iPhone and iPad is super convenient, but there are still times you may need a printed copy of a document. Here's how to print a Google Doc from an iPhone or iPad, and what to do if your Google Doc won't print.
App Store Not Working? How to Fix All Your App Store Issues
By Rhett Intriago
The App Store is one of the iPhone’s most defining features. It’s where you go to download other apps onto your phone. But what do you do when the App Store is not working? Whether you are having trouble connecting to the App Store, downloading apps, or making in-app purchases, we are here to help. In this article, we’ll go over how to troubleshoot the most common App Store issues.
How to Send a Quick Message with Texting Shortcuts on iPhone
By Rhett Intriago
Do you ever find yourself getting spammed with calls from someone who doesn’t know you’re busy, or do you find yourself writing the same message over and over again while at work? Turns out, you can go into your keyboard settings and program a single letter to trigger a prewritten message of your choice. In this tip, you’ll find out how to use texting shortcuts on iPhone.
Easiest Way to Unlock Tesla: Apple Watch Car Key
By Olena Kagui
Tesla isn't as compatible with Apple products as Apple enthusiasts would like it to be. You can't use CarPlay, and there is no Tesla app on Apple Watch. However, many third-party apps exist that let you control your Tesla from your wrist. Recently, a Bluetooth update finally made it possible to set up your Apple Watch as a Tesla fob using the Watch app for the Tesla app.
Calendar Apps to Help You Schedule & Prioritize
By Ashleigh Page
If you’re firmly attached to the idea of owning a wall calendar, you’re not alone! Unlike many print products, sales of paper calendars are on the increase, alongside an explosion in the digital calendar app market. Instead of choosing between paper or digital, many people opt for both, allowing for the sentimentality of a wall calendar and the convenience of apps. In my quest to find the ultimate digital calendars and planners, I was pleasantly surprised by the range of layouts, sharing, and customization options offered by the different apps. Many of my top picks below combine functional interfaces with fun design elements, making them both easy to use and aesthetically appealing. There’s truly an app for everyone, from the fun and whimsical to the oh-so sleek and professional.
How to Easily Change Clock Font on Your iPhone
By Rhett Intriago
With the release of iOS 16, the iPhone now has some new customization options when it comes to the Lock Screen. Now, you can do much more than just choose your own wallpaper. You can add widgets to your Lock Screen and even change the clock's appearance. Here’s how to change the clock font on your iPhone.
7 Fixes for When Camera Is Not Working on iPhone
By Rhett Intriago
The iPhone camera is undoubtedly one of the best smartphone cameras on the market, so when something goes wrong, you’ll want to get it fixed right away. If your camera is not working on your iPhone, it could be as simple as a software bug. In that case, we can help resolve the issue. Read on to find out our seven fixes for when your iPhone camera is malfunctioning.
How to Clear & Enable Cookies in Safari on Your Mac
By Leanne Hays
So, what is a cookie anyway? A cookie is a small file of data about your interactions with a website. This packet of data is saved on your computer so that when you re-visit a website, it remembers your preferred settings, login information, and the pages you visited. Cookies can help to create a more convenient browsing experience. The downside? Cookies can also track your interests to show you targeted ads. Let's cover how to enable and clear cookies on your Mac.
Best Wedding Planning Apps of 2024
By Nicholas Naioti
Planning a wedding is fun but can quickly become a full-time job if you’re not careful. Thankfully, there are a ton of apps and services to simplify the process and cut down on the stress and time spent planning your special day. Whether you’re looking to find the perfect venue, design your own invitations, search for a vendor, or build a user-friendly registry, these wedding planning apps are a crucial tool for anyone tying the knot.
How to Enable Google Maps Speed Limit
By Rhett Intriago
Driving in an unfamiliar area and not sure how fast you should be going? Google Maps’ speed limit feature shows you the speed limit for the road you are currently driving on so that you can travel safely. Here’s how to enable this convenient feature.
How to Edit Shortcuts on iPhone for Quick Customization
By Olena Kagui
You can create iPhone Shortcuts to automate tasks and customize your phone, but it can be quite complicated. Editing shortcuts is a great way to save time because you find existing shortcuts and quickly edit them to suit your needs. I will teach you how to edit shortcuts to make them your own in just a few easy steps!
Lines on iPhone Screen after Dropping Phone? Try This First
By Rhett Intriago
Everybody drops their phone at some point (which is why using a case is a good idea). Sometimes, something breaks, and you might end up with white, black, red, or green lines on your iPhone screen. Before you shell out for an expensive repair fee, let’s rule out software-related issues.
Solved: How to Use Apple Watch as Alarm When Not Wearing It
By Rachel Needell
You may be someone who likes to charge your Apple Watch at night but you still want to use your Apple Watch as an alarm clock in the mornings. You can still use the Apple Watch alarm, even if you're not wearing it. You can do this by enabling Nightstand Mode (formerly Bedside Mode). I'll walk you through how to enable Nightstand Mode, and then set alarms on your Apple Watch and iPhone.
Why Does My HomePod Keep Cutting Out? 4 Fixes to Try
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Why does my HomePod keep disconnecting? If your HomePod or HomePod mini keeps disconnecting, there could be several factors at play. Here are the steps to try before you contact Apple Support.
When connecting your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch to a Wi-Fi network, you might have noticed that the network is marked with a privacy warning. Apple is helpful in giving us these security alerts, but what does this privacy warning mean? Here's what a privacy warning on Wi-Fi means, and what to do about it.
Easy Fixes for Tap to Download Not Working
By Rhett Intriago
On the iPhone, when you receive images or other types of attachments, they are supposed to load immediately. Occasionally, you might instead see a message that says “Tap to Download” where an attachment should be, or, on newer versions of iOS, you might simply see a simple download button. When you tap that button, you can download the attachment. However, what should you do when tap to download is not working?