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Apple previewed iOS 18 at the June 10 WWDC Keynote, and the latest updates are all themed around customization, convenience, and the integration of Apple's personal intelligence system. With iOS 18, it's now more convenient than ever to communicate, view needed information, and make fun new edits to photos. Let's go over all the new iPhone features we have to look forward to in the fall, including satellite-based texting, the all-new Image Playground featuring AI-generated images, improved customization options, and much more. 

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.

New Action Button: 7 Things You Can Do on Apple Watch Ultra

Are you wondering what you can do on an Apple Watch Ultra with the Action button? This new customizable button offers a quick way for you to access your favorite watch features with the click of a button. No other Apple Watch model to date has an Action button, and none of the existing buttons offer this level of personalization. I'll teach you all the different ways to use the Action button, leaving the best for last, so make sure to read until the end!

Bug Fixed: Apple TV Remote Volume Not Working

Have you ever asked, "why did my Apple TV Remote stop controlling volume?" Frustratingly, the Apple TV Remote's volume will just randomly stop working sometimes. While there are occasions where the Siri Remote needs to be charged or replaced, in this case, it is usually a bug that can pop up for no apparent reason. Fortunately, we know exactly how to fix it and will walk you through the steps below.

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The clipboard is something that is built into every phone and computer. It holds things that have been copied so that you can paste them elsewhere, whether it’s an address that you need to paste into Maps or a funny meme that you want to share with your friends. But how do you view the clipboard? While it’s not normally accessible, there are some roundabout methods of viewing what’s on your clipboard and, in some cases, editing it.

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Instead of the notch that houses the iPhone's front or selfie camera, the newest iPhone 14 Pro models have Dynamic Island. It exists primarily because of the camera and its sensors, but Apple has integrated it into the software to become an interactive button/background activity alert! With the Always-On Display, Dynamic Island can provide valuable at-a-glance snippets of information, sometimes even without needing to unlock your phone!

Does the iPhone Need a Case?

Does the iPhone need a case? In the past, the iPhone was notorious for its fragility. If yours didn’t have a cracked screen, you always had that one friend whose iPhone was smashed to bits. Having a case was a necessity. Nowadays, all phones are constructed from much more durable materials, so does the iPhone need a case still? In this article, we’ll go over the pros and cons of using a case versus not using a case.

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Fast charging is a feature that Apple introduced with the iPhone 8. It allows you to recharge your device faster than ever before. Fast charging requires a specific power adapter, but what if you already have a MacBook Pro charger? In this article, we’ll explore which chargers are compatible with your iPhone and iPad and what you can use to fast charge your phone.

How to Turn Off Voice Control on iPad in iPadOS 16

Voice Control on iPad is a really interesting and fun feature that allows you to use your tablet completely hands-free. You can tap anywhere on the screen without using your fingers by saying "show grid," and telling the iPad to tap certain quadrants. However, it can become a bit of a nuisance and you may find you need to turn off Voice Control. We'll show you how to enable and disable Voice Control on your iPad.

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