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Thinking about refurbished iPhone? Think Phonebot Australia
Want to own/gift an iPhone but don’t have the budget? You can try a refurbished phone and enjoy all the perks without burdening your pockets, especially if you live in Australia or New Zealand, as Phonebot offers great deals on…
Why is my Mac fan so loud? How to fix loud fan noise
Apple designers are known for choosing function over form. Macs offer decent cooling performance despite being thin and sleek. However, sometimes the MacBook fan starts making a loud noise. A noisy fan running for a long duration is a telltale…
How to transfer data from old to new Mac
A botched migration means redoing hours of setup. Here is what to prepare first, how to run Migration Assistant properly, and when using iCloud instead makes more sense.
How to open RAR files on Mac: 2 Easy ways
macOS handles ZIP files but ignores RAR entirely. Here is why, plus how to extract RAR archives online without installing anything and how to set up The Unarchiver for regular use.
How to use Smart Albums in Photos on Mac
Looking for specific photos can be difficult when your Photos app is cluttered and disorganized. If you’re not a fan of organizing and sorting photos manually and find it time-consuming, I have some good news. You can create Smart Albums that…
How to use Mission Control on Mac: Master the art of multiple desktops
Mission Control gives you an overview of every open window and desktop. This guide covers the gestures and shortcuts that open it, managing Spaces, customizing behavior, and fixing common problems.
How to customize mouse pointer on Mac
As changing mouse pointers is a niche area of interest, Apple is notorious for making it incredibly difficult to change your mouse pointer. That being said, we are not saying it can’t be done. If you wish to change the…
How to login to safe mode on Mac
It’s a headache to figure out why your Mac suddenly slows down or shows issues while opening apps. But, the good guys at Apple have seen through these issues and added safe mode, a safer and liter version of macOS…
How to disconnect your iPhone from Mac: 10 Easy ways
Thanks to the Apple ecosystem, all your devices interact with each other seamlessly. This unique interdependence is highlighted in how Macs and iPhones work together perfectly. But what if you don’t want them to work together? Don’t worry! You can always disconnect…
How to cancel a YouTube TV subscription from any device
Things you need to know: YouTube TV comes with various features and is one of the best live streaming platforms. However, if you lost interest in the service due to its price increase or couldn’t find the live show you…
How to save an offline backup of all Gmail emails
Most of us are conditioned to backup our Mac and iPhones every once in a while. We don’t realize that, just like Mac, we should back up even our email. Gmail is the most widely used email service. Today let’s…
How to fix USB Accessories Disabled error on Mac
Is your trustworthy Mac throwing tantrums? Well, you are not alone. Disable USB accessories is a fairly common error with Macs connected to multiple accessories. You need to fix this error to continue using USB ports on Mac. Read on…
How to set a Spotify Sleep Timer on iPhone and Mac
Have you ever wanted to fall asleep listening to your favorite music or podcast and have it turn off automatically? Or does listening to music help you sleep? Well, here’s good news! Spotify’s Sleep Timer feature lets you do exactly…
How to undo and redo on Mac
I believe undo and redo are some of the most underrated features. Both of these have saved many helping to mend their mistakes instantaneously! The undo button helps reverse recent changes made to a document, file, or folder. And if…
Everything you need to know about Apple Mac Studio
Apple’s latest event has a lot going for creators and professionals. The Studio Mac is a powerful desktop aimed at musicians, artists, photographers, video editors, and 3D modeling. It is the first (currently, the only) device powered by the stellar…
Apple Studio Display vs. Pro Display XDR: Classes vs. masses
Apple released Pro Display XDR; it was instantly tagged as a ‘Pro-user’ device because of its price. And now that the budgeted Studio Display is here, it is making me and many users wonder which of the two would be…
Apple M1 Ultra vs. M1 Max: Which chip is for you?
Apple revolutionized the custom silicon market with the introduction of its M1 SoC. It then introduced M1 Pro and M1 Max SoC, targeting power users, especially creators. However, Apple did not stop there! It has now released the godfather of…
iPhone keeps disconnecting from Mac? 7 Fixes
Being invested in the Apple ecosystem has its advantages. All devices can seamlessly interact with each other. But what if your iPhone keeps disconnecting from Mac? It could happen due to any underlying issue ranging from bad cable to software…
How to use Chromebook as Mac monitor
Multiple monitor setup is a boon if you want extra desktop real estate. Most Macs are capable of powering one or even two monitors. However, a decent monitor could end up eating your wallet. But what if I tell you…
Mac Recovery Mode not working issue? 14 Tips to fix it
If Recovery Mode will not load, you cannot reinstall macOS or run Disk Utility. Here is why Command R fails, what to do about a deleted recovery partition, and the alternatives per macOS version.
How to remove pornographic virus alert from Apple on Mac
Fear makes most people gullible. And the scary sight of a ‘pornographic virus alert’ can make users desperate to save their device, data, and confidential information. But don’t act out just yet, the seemingly real message is a scam, and…
Universal Control not working between Mac and iPad? How to fix it
Universal Control has held my fancy since its initial introduction during WWDC2021. And I must say, it is a magical feeling to swiftly move between an iPad and Mac or Mac and iMac. But if you’re not able to experience…
pdfFiller review: One software to solve all your PDF problems
PDFs have made our life easier, but haven’t they also complicated things? Everything from filling out forms to signing documents, merging PDFs, to editing or converting them can be a headache. However, pdfFiller promises to be the single pill for…
How to memorialize Facebook account on iPhone, iPad, desktop
Our lifestyles have changed a lot since the advent of smartphones. Services like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp have become indispensable. The majority of us use these platforms to stay connected. But have you ever wondered what happens to the Facebook…
How to block unwanted emails on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
While you don’t see spam emails in your primary mail directory or receive notifications for them, some emails evade spam detection and land in your primary folder. If you are as tired of receiving such emails as I am, there’s…
What is WindowServer process on Mac? How to fix high CPU usage
Most times, we hardly pay any attention to background processes running on the Mac. However, if you check the Activity monitor on a rare day to fix the slow-down issues, you might be surprised to see the WindowServer process perched…
How to show the word count in Pages on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Pages hides the word count by default on every platform. Here is how to turn it on for iPhone, iPad, and Mac so you can track length as you write.
How to delete Mac partition on Mac (SSD or HDD)
Old partitions strand storage you could be using. Here is how to delete one with Disk Utility, the Terminal route when the graphical tool refuses, and how to remove a Boot Camp volume safely.
How to change font size in Finder on Mac (Easiest way)
Small Finder text is a strain on any large display. Here is the quickest way to increase the font size for file and folder names on Mac, and how to set it per view.
SD card not working on 14-inch and 16-inch MacBooks? Fixes
Apple swapped the SD card slot on MacBook Pro with four USB-C ports in 2016. It took flak from users who didn’t like the idea of using a bunch of dongle/adapters with their new MacBook Pro. Years later, Apple has…