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How to Tell Yahoo Not to Sell Your Information
By Rhett Intriago
Most companies today are selling your information in some way or form. Luckily, most companies allow you to opt out of having your data sold—if you know how to ask for it. If you don’t want Yahoo selling your personal information, we’ll show you how to turn this setting off.
Why I Ditched My Apple Watch for the Oura Ring
By Donna Schill
Every morning for the past three months, I wake up wearing a shiny gold ring on my right pointer finger. If you look closely, you can see beams of red or green light leaking out the sides as it scans my heart rate, respiratory rate, and body temperature. I roll out of bed, grab my phone, and open the Oura app.
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If you've been looking for the best Prime Day AirPods deals, you've come to the right place. We've rounded up all the best Prime Day deals and taken a look at why each type of AirPods is worth your time. If you know AirPods are for you to enrich your day, read on while we take you through the Prime Day AirPods deals going on right now.
How to Get Safari Back on iPhone
By Rhett Intriago
Has your Safari app suddenly vanished into thin air? The good news is that you don't have the option to delete the native Safari app on your iPhone, so it has likely just been accidentally removed from your Home Screen. For this situation, we'll show you how to find the hidden app and move it back to your Home Screen. In rare cases, a software glitch can delete the app from your iPhone, so it will need to be re-installed. For either situation, let's cover how to get Safari back on your Home Screen.
How to Send & Request Money Using Apple Cash
By Belinda Sanmiguel
Group dinners can be fun, but sometimes splitting the bill can almost spoil the meal. For iPhone owners, sending and requesting money via their Apple Wallet is a great way to send payments to friends, family, and co-workers. It also helps you to avoid having to download a third-party payment app. Read on to learn how to send and request funds in your Apple Wallet.
How to Control Background App Refresh
By Rachel Needell
We all love being able to switch quickly from app to app, and have everything be exactly where we left off. It’s also nice to receive notifications from apps even when they’re closed. However, you may find yourself needing save some extra battery life or data. If that’s the case, we’ll show you how to turn off a feature called Background App Refresh to make your battery last a little longer.
How to Change the Sleep Time on Mac
By Devala Rees
By default, a Mac enters sleep mode after being left idle for some time. This means the display powers off while your RAM remains on, so that you conserve battery while still being able to quickly get back to work by tapping a key or moving your mouse. You can change this sleep timer for Mac to save more energy or keep your screen on for longer, as you prefer. Here's how to adjust the sleep time on your Mac.
Charging Your iPhone from an iPad: Is it Possible?
By Kenya Smith
How to Use Safari Extensions on Mac
By Devala Rees
Safari extensions allow you to personalize your browsing experience to better serve your needs. You can add browser extensions that block ads or specific content on websites, help you find coupons and discounts, or save articles for later reading in customized reading lists. The options are nearly endless! Let's get started learning how to use Safari extensions on your Mac.
How Long Do MacBooks Last? Pro & Air Lifespan
By Belinda Sanmiguel
Apple is known for building high-quality laptops that justify their price point. But how long do MacBooks last while still functioning reliably? A MacBook Pro can last up to 10 years, and a MacBook Air can last up to 7, but this depends on many factors. We’ll explain how long MacBooks last based on their usage and the steps you can take to increase their longevity.
Optical Zoom vs. Digital Zoom: iPhone Explained
By Olena Kagui
Any iPhone with two or more rear cameras has both optical and digital zoom capabilities. This article will teach you the difference between them so that you can take better photos. I'll also teach you a trick to ensure you are using optical zoom for the best results.
7 Best Allergy Tracking Apps for 2025
By Leanne Hays
Avoiding allergens, taking preventive medication, and alerting others to allergic conditions are three ways that people with allergies can preserve their health and be prepared in the event of exposure. Luckily, app developers are here to help. Here are seven apps to help you avoid and manage your allergies, so you can spend less time sneezing and more time enjoying your day.
How to Add a Boarding Pass to Apple Wallet
By Kenya Smith
How to Sync Contacts from iPhone to Mac without iCloud
By Leanne Hays
How do I export contacts from an iPhone to a Mac? You can use Wi-Fi or a USB or USB-C cable to sync your iPhone contacts to your Mac and make sure your Mac has the most recent, updated version of your contacts. Here's how!
How to Manually Update Apps on iPhone
By Rhett Intriago
Is one of your favorite apps out of date? If you don't have automatic app updates on your iPhone or you want to update only one app, you may need to manually update your apps. Luckily, Apple has made updating your apps a pretty easy process that should take no time at all.
What to Do When Apple Watch Won’t Update
By Rhett Intriago
Your Apple Watch is incredibly useful, and the best way to get the most out of it is to ensure it’s regularly updated. When you keep your Apple Watch up-to-date, you’ll have access to the latest features and watch faces, as well as improved security for your device. That means that it can be frustrating if you ever run into an issue where your Apple Watch won’t update. Luckily, we are here to help. In this article, we’ll go over possible reasons why your Apple Watch is not updating and how to fix it.
iPhone Camera Lens Guide: When to Use Which Lens?
By Olena Kagui
Take your Apple photography to the next level by making the most of every lens! Newer iPhone models have two or three rear camera lenses, and each has an express purpose. I will teach you when and how to use which lens. Plus, I’ll teach you how to customize the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max Wide lens.
5 Ways to Tell if AirPods Pro or AirPods Are Fake
By Olena Kagui
We've all seen deals on AirPods and AirPods Pro that seem too good to be true. I'll teach you how to check if AirPods are real so that you can avoid falling for knock-off AirPods. I'll start with the quickest fake AirPods identification method and end with a science experiment.
