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tvOS 11 and watchOS 4 Updates Available to Download Now

Sep 19, 2017 - 2 Comments
WatchOS 4 and tvOS 11 update available now

Apple has released watchOS 4 and tvOS 11 to users with Apple Watch and Apple TV. The new watchOS 4 and tvOS 11 software updates bring a variety of changes and updates to the Apple Watch and Apple TV experience. Separately, Apple has also released the iOS 11 software update for iPhone and iPad.

How to Copy Ringtones to iPhone or iPad in iTunes 12.7

Sep 18, 2017 - 91 Comments
Copy a ringtone to iPhone in new iTunes version

You probably know by now that iTunes 12.7 brings some notable changes like the removal of the App Store from iTunes, requiring users to manage and install iOS apps directly on an iPhone or iPad without iTunes on a computer. Similarly, the ringtone and Tones section has also changed in the latest iTunes releases, which … Read More

How to Downgrade iTunes 12.7 to iTunes 12.6

Sep 17, 2017 - 83 Comments
Downgrade iTunes 12

Some users may determine that iTunes 12.7 along with the removal of the App Store and other changes are incompatible with their particular workflow. With a little effort, you can downgrade iTunes 12.7 back to iTunes 12.6 on either a Mac OS computer or Windows PC.

How to Manage & Sync iOS Apps Without iTunes on iPhone & iPad

Sep 16, 2017 - 96 Comments
App Store logo in iOS

The latest version of iTunes removes the App Store and thus the ability to manage iOS apps on an iPhone or iPad directly through iTunes. Instead, Apple wants users to manage and sync their iOS apps directly on the iOS device itself through the built-in App Store. The removal of App Store and an Apps … Read More

How to Prepare for iOS 11 the Right Way

Sep 15, 2017 - 17 Comments

Planning on installing iOS 11 onto your iPhone or iPad when it becomes available on September 19? Then take a few moments to prepare your device for the iOS 11 update! This walkthrough will detail checking proper device compatibility, performing some simple house keeping and maintenance on an iPhone or iPad, backing up the device, … Read More

Preorder iPhone 8 & iPhone 8 Plus Tonight

Sep 14, 2017 - 2 Comments
iPhone 8 in gold

Want to be the first to preorder iPhone 8 or iPhone 8 Plus? Then prepare for a late night. Apple enthusiasts interested in preordering the iPhone 8 or iPhone 8 Plus can do so this evening, beginning at midnight pacific time (12:00 AM PST / 3:01 AM EST) on September 15.

MacOS High Sierra GM Download Available Now

Sep 14, 2017 - 14 Comments
macOS High Sierra GM download is available

Apple has released the GM build of macOS High Sierra to Mac users participating in the developer preview and public beta testing programs. GM stands for Golden Master and typically represents the final build of what was beta software that will become the public release.

iTunes 12.7 Released, Removes App Store

Sep 13, 2017 - 143 Comments
iTunes

Apple has released iTunes 12.7 for Mac and Windows users, a point release update that brings some notable changes to the music and media player app. The new version of iTunes adds support for iOS 11 while simultaneously removing the iOS App Store from being included in iTunes. Additionally, iTunes 12.7 removes the ability to … Read More

iOS 11 GM Download Available Now for iPhone and iPad

Sep 12, 2017 - 8 Comments
iOS 11 GM Download

iOS 11 GM is now available to download for all iOS 11 beta users, including those in the developer preview program and the iOS 11 public beta testing program. GM stands for Golden Master, and typically represents the final shipping version of a software release.

Release Dates for iOS 11 & macOS High Sierra Revealed

Sep 12, 2017 - 8 Comments
Release dates for iOS 11 and macOS High Sierra

Apple has announced that iOS 11 will be released to the general public on September 19 as a free download. Additionally, macOS High Sierra will debut as a free download on September 25 for Mac users.

iPhone X Priced at $999, Release Date is November 3

Sep 12, 2017 - 11 Comments
iPhone X

Apple has announced the all new iPhone X, pronounced as iPhone 10. The iPhone X has a variety of unique features and capabilities and is being pitched as the future of the iPhone.

Phone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus Set to Release on September 22

Sep 12, 2017 - 1 Comment
iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus

Apple has announced the all new iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus. The new iPhones are faster and include camera improvements, along with a variety of other improvements and interesting features.

Apple Watch Series 3 and Apple TV 4K Released

Sep 12, 2017 - Leave a Comment
Apple Watch Series 3

Apple has debuted a new Apple Watch and a new Apple TV. Apple Watch Series 3 features cellular capabilities, and Apple TV 4K features 4k HDR video support.

Visit Website URLs Faster in iOS Safari with Paste and Go

Sep 11, 2017 - Leave a Comment
Safari

Safari in iOS includes a nice ability that detects when a URL is copied to the iPhone or iPad clipboard, and then allows you to quickly “Paste and Go” to that website link with a single action. The Paste and Go feature in iOS Safari works basically the same way a similar feature does on … Read More

How to Disable Handoff on Mac OS

Sep 10, 2017 - 15 Comments
Disabling Handoff on Mac

Not every Mac user will use the Handoff feature or want to keep it enabled, particularly if you share a Mac with a single login with other devices in the same household, then you may find Handoff to be unnecessary or unwanted as the little Handoff app resume icon appears in the Dock. Modern versions … Read More

Get the 20 New iOS 11 Wallpapers Now

Sep 9, 2017 - 5 Comments
iOS 11 wallpapers from GM

Apple typically includes a series of new wallpapers with each major new operating system release, and iOS 11 will apparently be no different. Though they are not included in the beta releases of iOS 11, a freshly discovered GM (Golden Master) build of iOS 11 was found on an Apple website and it includes a … Read More

How to Identify a Song Playing on a Mac with Siri

Sep 8, 2017 - 4 Comments
Identify what song is playing on Mac with Siri

Have you ever been watching a movie or video, or maybe you’re in a coffee shop or restaurant, and you hear a song or some music that you want to identify? If you’re on your Mac, your computer can recognize what songs are playing by using Siri. This is essentially the feature that also works … Read More

How to AirDrop from Mac to iPhone or iPad

Sep 7, 2017 - 16 Comments
AirDrop from Mac to iOS

Did you know you can use AirDrop to send pictures, videos, and files from a Mac to an iPhone or iPad? AirDrop between the Mac and an iOS device is fast and works very well, and it’s quite easy to use for wireless transmission of images, documents, and other data between different devices. This tutorial … Read More

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