What to Do When Mac Mouse Disappears: How to Find & Fix
By Leanne Hays
My mouse disappeared! If your Mac has a disappearing cursor, we have the fix. Here are 12 ways to get your mouse pointer back.
By Leanne Hays
My mouse disappeared! If your Mac has a disappearing cursor, we have the fix. Here are 12 ways to get your mouse pointer back.
By Olena Kagui
Got a new HomePod or HomePod mini and can't wait to set it up? We'll cover basic HomePod and HomePod mini setup and basic troubleshooting tips. Read on to learn how to set up your HomePod mini or HomePod correctly on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.
By Rhett Intriago
Assistive Touch on Apple Watch is an innovative feature to help make the device more accessible for those who have difficulty using the touch screen. However, anyone can make use of this gesture-based feature. Read on to learn how to use Assistive Touch on your Apple Watch.
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.
By Ashleigh Page
HomePod not responding? Whether you're having issues or looking to sell your current HomePod, we'll explain how to reset HomePods and HomePod minis, regardless of the model you have. We’ll go over the three methods for resetting your HomePod to factory settings starting with the easiest one!
By Elisabeth Garry
You might have noticed some changes to your iPad's Home screen in iPadOS 15, not all of them good. I had my Home screen arranged the way I like it, but now, when I switch from landscape orientation to portrait, the icon grid changes from 6 x 4 to 4 x 6, forcing a rearranged icon configuration. Irritating! But there's got to be a way to fix it, right? Well, kind of. We'll dig into it below.
By Rachel Needell
Like modern Shakespeare: to sleep or not to sleep? That is the question. Well, we've finally got an answer for this age-old dilemma about whether it is better to shut down your Mac or put it to sleep before bed every night. And the answer might surprise you. We'll talk about how to shut down your Mac, what shutting down your Mac does, and how often you should shut it down.
By Abbey Dufoe
When you're FaceTiming, you can see the other person and you can also see yourself. But say you’re FaceTiming someone on your iPad or iPhone and they’re trying to show you something from their location, or their face is covered by the small image of you. Luckily, you can easily move the thumbnail image of you!
By Olena Kagui
There are many reasons why you may need an Apple Pencil tip replacement. I will explain when and how to replace Apple Pencil tips to ensure a smooth glide that doesn’t damage your iPad’s display. I’ll also tell you everything you want to know about third-party replacement Apple Pencil tips.
By Leanne Hays
Are iPhones waterproof? Sadly, Apple hasn't made any waterproof iPhones, but every model from the iPhone 7 through the new iPhone 14 family is dust, splash, and water resistant. Here's what Apple means by water resistant, and which iPhones are included.
By Leanne Hays
If you're getting ready to trade, give away, or sell your iPhone or iPad, you're probably wondering how to erase your iPhone or iPad, then restore your iPhone or iPad to factory settings, so all your data and settings are deleted. If you want to know how to factory reset an iPhone or iPad, there are two methods for accomplishing this.
By Devala Rees
It's scary when your Mac won't turn on, but the underlying solution is often very simple. Hidden charging issues, accessory malfunctions, and faulty screens are common (and often overlooked) culprits. Below, we'll walk through how to test or fix these common solutions to see if you can resolve the issue on your own.
Safari Website Tinting colors the system status bar at the top of your device to match the header color of the website you're currently viewing. Some really appreciate this feature as it creates a less distracting view, however, others feel the gray system status bar makes it easier to see the iPhone status bar icons. If you fall in this camp, we'll show you how to disable Website Tinting.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
An iPad not charging can bring frustration and anxiety. Whether you urgently need to get work done or just want your device to function properly, you'll want to know what to do if your iPad will not charge. Here are a few quick and easy fixes to try before going to the Apple store.
By Conner Carey
The Control Center is home to a broad array of controls, allowing you to adjust your iPhone settings, pause and play media, and access features like the flashlight or camera from anywhere. No need to open a separate app or your phone settings. But where is Control Center on iPhone and iPad? Let's go over how to access it.
By Rhett Intriago
Getting weather alerts on your Apple Watch is handy, especially if you often do outdoor activities or workouts and leave your iPhone behind. To get weather alerts on your Apple Watch, you'll actually need to set them up on your iPhone first, since your Apple Watch mirrors the notification settings on your iPhone.
This article will tell you how to erase your iPhone to sell it. Whether you want to sell your iPhone or trade it in for a newer model, you will need to learn how to do a factory reset on your iPhone. It is crucial to erase your iPhone so that no one can access your private information. It will also make your life easier if you can restore your iPhone’s data on your new phone. Learn what to do before selling your iPhone.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Why is my Apple Pencil not charging? An uncharged Apple Pencil can put a dent in any iPad user's workflow. Buying a new Apple Pencil can be expensive, so before you throw your Apple Pencil away and order a replacement, try these quick and easy fixes.
By Jivan Hall
It’s amazing how much tech is squeezed into such a small package. The magic of AirPods lies in Apple’s patented H1 chip. Along with optical sensors, and motion accelerometers, it also allows you to start, stop, or skip songs by using touch controls. Read on to learn how to skip songs on your AirPods, AirPods 2, AirPods 3, and AirPods Pro.
By Rhett Intriago
So you’re about to embark on a long road trip but Apple Maps is not working? We’ll help you get back on the road in no time at all. Below, you’ll find our best suggestions for fixing Apple Maps not working.
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