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How to send GIFs in iMessage on iPhone and iPad
GIFs have the power to make any moment more fun and entertaining. More often than not, I converse only through them. Hence, my iMessage chats are packed with funny & quirky animated memes. If you want to jump on the…
How to make a FaceTime call on Apple Watch (3 quick ways)
Apple Watch has no camera, so FaceTime means audio calls. Here are three ways to start one from your wrist, how to call over Wi-Fi, and how to transfer a call from iPhone mid-conversation.
How to disable iMessage screen effects on iPhone and iPad
Balloons and confetti firing off unprompted get old fast. Here is how to stop iMessage effects auto-playing on iPhone and iPad, and whether you can switch them off permanently.
10+ AirPods Max tips and tricks you should know!
AirPods Max hide plenty of useful behavior behind settings you have to go looking for. These tips cover audio sharing, LED meanings, Digital Crown direction, head detection, and device switching.
How to restart and hard reset Apple Watch
A frozen Apple Watch will not respond to taps, so the buttons are your only route. Here is how to restart it normally and how to force a hard reset when the screen is completely unresponsive.
Apple Watch Not Ringing? 9 Ways to Fix Call and Notification Sound Issues
When your Apple Watch stops ringing, it is often due to sound settings or notification syncing issues. Here are 9 proven ways to fix it fast.
Stop Images Loading Automatically in Mail App on iPhone/iPad
Auto-loading images burn data and tell senders you opened the message. Here is how to turn off remote image loading in the Mail app on iPhone and iPad, and what changes when you do.
iPhone Keeps Dropping Calls? Try Quick Fixes
Dropped calls point to the SIM, carrier settings, or network coverage far more often than a faulty phone. Here is how to work out which one it is and the fixes for each.
How to find the size of a folder on a Mac?
Finder hides folder sizes by default, which makes tracking down storage hogs awkward. Here are three ways to see how much space any folder occupies on your Mac.
How to Make and Receive Phone Call on Mac and iPad?
Continuity lets your Mac and iPad ring alongside your iPhone. Here is how to enable Calls on Other Devices, place and answer calls on each, and hand a live call between devices.
Battery Widget Missing on iPhone or iPad? Try Out These Fixes
The Batteries widget only appears once a Bluetooth accessory is paired, which catches many people out. These fixes cover adding the widget, lock screen access, iOS updates, and a settings reset.
How to Use iCloud Music Library – An Ultimate Guide
iCloud Music Library keeps your songs, playlists, and matched tracks identical on every device. Here is how it works, how it interacts with Apple Music and iTunes Match, and how to enable it.
How to Use WidgetSmith App on iPhone
Widgetsmith is the app behind most custom iPhone Home Screens. Here is how to design a widget with your own styling, add a photo widget, and place the result on your Home Screen.
How to turn on or off iCloud Photo Sharing on iPhone and Mac
Shared Albums let you send photos to specific people without filling their storage. Here is how to enable or disable the feature on every platform, and how it differs from iCloud Photos.
How to Hide or Delete Purchased Music on iPhone, iPad and Mac
Purchased tracks stay in your library forever unless you hide them. Here is how to hide, unhide, and permanently delete purchased music across iPhone, iPad, and the Music app on Mac.
How to Start a Mac in Internet Recovery Mode
Internet Recovery downloads macOS directly from Apple when the built-in recovery system will not load. Here is what it does, the key combination to start it, and what to try when it fails.
How to Enable Messages in iCloud on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Messages in iCloud keeps every conversation identical on all your devices and frees up local storage. Here is how to enable it on iPhone, iPad, and Mac, plus what to do when syncing stalls.
What is the Red Dot on Apple Watch and how to get rid of it?
The red dot signals an unread notification, and it nags until you deal with it. Here is exactly what it means, how to view the notifications behind it, and how to turn the indicator off.
How to Change Paper Style in Notes App on iPhone and iPad
Lined and grid backgrounds make handwritten notes far neater on iPad. Here is how to apply a paper style, remove it from an existing note, and set your preferred default for every new note.
What Are iPhone color filters and How to Use them?
Color Filters shift how iOS renders color to help with color vision differences. Here is how to enable them on iPhone and iPad, pick the right filter, and fine-tune tint and intensity.
How to Use Schooltime on Apple Watch
Schooltime restricts a child's Apple Watch to the time and their activity rings during school hours. Here is what you need first, how to set a schedule, how to exit it, and how to read reports.
How to use the Blood Oxygen App on Apple Watch
Blood oxygen readings give a snapshot of how well your blood is oxygenated. Here is how to set the app up, take a reliable measurement, and the technique that improves accuracy.
How to Use Markup to Edit Screenshots on Mac
Preview's Markup tools handle most screenshot editing you will ever need. Here is how to annotate a capture on Mac with arrows, text, shapes, and redactions before you share it.
How to Use Facebook Dating on iPhone: A Complete Guide
Facebook Dating runs inside the main app but keeps a separate profile. Here is how it works, how to set yours up on iPhone, what Secret Crush does, and the settings worth changing.
How to Rotate a Video on iPhone and iPad
A video shot in the wrong orientation is fixable without a computer. Here is how to rotate one in the Photos app on iOS, and how to do it in iMovie for more control.
How to Remove Microphone Icon from Keyboard on iPhone and iPad
The dictation key sits next to the space bar and gets pressed by accident constantly. Here is how to remove it from the iPhone and iPad keyboard by disabling Dictation.
How to Undo and Redo Text on iPhone and iPad?
Here's how to fix mistakes fast with undo and redo features on iPhone and iPad.
How to Create Shared Albums on Your Mac
Shared Albums are the easiest way to collect photos from several people in one place. Here is how to enable the feature on Mac, build an album, add media, and manage who can contribute.
Google Fax: Send and Receive Faxes from Gmail, Google Docs, Sheets, Drive
Faxing might sound like an outdated means of communication or sharing documents, but it is still as respected as it used to be. While there are myriad options for sharing documents today, including emails and instant messaging applications, faxing remains…
iCareFone: Transfer, Backup and Restore Your WhatsApp Data
Moving WhatsApp between iPhone and Android normally means abandoning your history. iCareFone transfers chats and media across platforms. We look at how it works, its backup tools, and the price.