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Security Update 2021-006 Released for MacOS Catalina

Sep 23, 2021 - 5 Comments
MacOS Catalina

Apple has released Security Update 2021-006 for macOS Catalina users. Security Update 2021-006 Catalina includes important security fixes for macOS Catalina and is recommended to install for all users eligible for that update. Separately, Apple released iOS 12.5.5 for older iPhone and iPad models with the same security fixes.

How to Decline a Phone Call on iPhone

Sep 23, 2021 - 2 Comments
How to Decline a Phone Call on iPhone

Got a call coming in that you don’t want to take on your iPhone? If you’re new to the iPhone, you may not be familiar with the process of declining a phone call on iPhone. Fortunately, declining calls is a super easy trick that you’ll master in no time at all.

iOS 15: Revert Safari to Old Design & Get the Safari Search Bar Back on Top on iPhone Screen

Sep 22, 2021 - 23 Comments
Move the Safari Address Bar to Top or Bottom in iOS 15

Two of the the most common questions asked by people after updating iPhone to iOS 15 is “can I revert back to the old Safari design?” and “how do I get the Safari search / address bar back to the top of the screen?” If you don’t like the new Safari design with the address … Read More

The 8 Best Features of iPadOS 15 You’ll Actually Use

Sep 22, 2021 - 5 Comments
Add widgets ipadOS home screen

The iPad has gained some interesting new refinements, features, and capabilities with iPadOS 15. From placing widgets anywhere on the Home Screen, to Quick Notes, Low Power Mode, and new multitasking functionalities, you’ll have some unique iPad specific features to check out. We’re going to focus on some iPadOS 15 features that you’re most likely … Read More

watchOS 8 and tvOS 15 Released for Apple Watch & Apple TV

Sep 22, 2021 - Leave a Comment
Apple Watch and Apple TV software updates

Apple has released watchOS 8 for Apple Watch, alongside tvOS 15 for Apple TV, and HomePodOS 15 for HomePod. The software updates for Apple Watch, Apple TV, and HomePod, arrive alongside the iOS 15 update for iPhone and iPadOS 15 for iPad. watchOS 8 includes new Watch faces, updates to bundled apps like Contacts, Weather, … Read More

How to Leave iOS 15 Beta & iPadOS 15 Beta Programs

Sep 21, 2021 - Leave a Comment
How to Leave the iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 beta programs

Many of the more casual users who beta tested iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 on their iPhone and iPad may wish to remove the beta updates from their devices, and leave the beta program. And now that the final versions of iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 are available, perhaps you’re no longer interested in the … Read More

15 of the Best iOS 15 Features to Try Now

Sep 21, 2021 - Leave a Comment
15 of the Best iOS 15 Features to Try Now

iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 are finally here, and if you’re interested in knowing what some of the best new features are for iPhone and iPad, we’ve got you covered. So update your device if you haven’t already, and then read along to try out some of the handiest new tricks.

MacOS Monterey Beta 7, iOS 15.1 Beta 1, iPadOS 15.1 Beta 1 Released for Testing

Sep 21, 2021 - 2 Comments
iOS 15, iPadOS 15, MacOS Monterey public betas

Fresh off the heels of releasing the final version of iOS 15 and iPadOS 15, Apple has released new beta versions of the operating systems as iOS & iPadOS 15.1 beta 1, along with macOS Monterey beta 7.

Safari 15 Released for Mac

Sep 20, 2021 - 4 Comments
Safari for Mac

Apple has released Safari 15 for Mac users running macOS Big Sur and Catalina. Safari 15 includes new features like tab grouping, a redesigned appearance, and various other changes to the web browser. These features will also be available to Safari users running macOS Monterey, when that is eventually released to the public later in … Read More

iOS 15 Released for iPhone, Download & Update Now

Sep 20, 2021 - 2 Comments
iOS 15 released for iPhone

Apple has released iOS 15 for iPhone users with a compatible iPhone or iPod touch. iOS 15 includes various new features and changes for iPhone, including redesigned Safari with new tabs and tab grouping features, a revamped Do Not Disturb feature called Focus, FaceTime improvements like grid view for group chat and FaceTime Portrait mode, … Read More

iPadOS 15 Released for iPad, Download & Install Now

Sep 20, 2021 - 1 Comment
ipadOS 15

Apple has released iPadOS 15 for all compatible iPad models, including iPad Pro, iPad Mini, iPad, and iPad Air. iPadOS 15 includes a revamped multitasking experience for iPad, the ability to place widgets anywhere on iPad home screen, along with all the features of iOS 15, including a new Safari tabs experience, Safari Extensions support, … Read More

Should You Install iOS 15 Right Away, or Wait?

Sep 20, 2021 - 3 Comments

iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 are available, but should you install them onto your iPhone or iPad right away, or should you wait? This is a common question for many users, but this year leaves you with some more options if you’re not quite ready to install the latest update.

How to Replace a Lost Recovery Key for Apple ID with iPhone or iPad

Sep 20, 2021 - 18 Comments
How to Replace Lost Recovery Key on iPhone

Apple reintroduced the Recovery Key security feature in modern iOS and iPadOS versions that may come in handy for resetting your Apple ID password. Recovery Key acts as an extra layer of security for your Apple account just in case you forget your password, and lose access to your trusted device. But what happens if … Read More

How to Add Translations to Favorites on iPhone

Sep 19, 2021 - Leave a Comment
How to Add Translations to Favorites on iPhone & iPad

If you’re a regular Translate app user on iPhone (or iPad), you may wish to take advantage of the favorite translations feature, for particular phrases or commonly referenced translations. Maybe there’s a particular phrase that you need translation for every now and then, for example, common questions like “What’s a good restaurant?” or “Where is … Read More

How to Enable On-Device Translate Mode on iPhone

Sep 19, 2021 - 4 Comments
How to Enable On-Device Mode for Translate on iPhone

Have you tried out the Translate app on your iPhone to make language translations and communicate with someone who speaks a different language? If so, you may be interested in using its on-device mode to make sure the translations are not made on Apple’s servers.

How to Enable Workout Do Not Disturb on Apple Watch

Sep 18, 2021 - 1 Comment
How to Enable Workout Do Not Disturb on Apple Watch

Are you receiving a lot of text messages or incoming phone calls to your Apple Watch while you’re busy working out? In that case, you may want to use Apple Watch’s Workout Do Not Disturb mode to mute all these notifications and complete your workout uninterrupted.

How to Use Settings Navigation History on iPhone & iPad

Sep 18, 2021 - 1 Comment
How to Use Navigation History on iPhone & iPad

If you frequently fiddle around with the Settings app on iPhone or iPad, you may find yourself buried deep in some obscure settings, and perhaps you don’t quite remember how you got there, or where the particular Settings are in relation to a general Settings hierarchy. Fortunately with modern iOS and iPadOS versions, there’s a … Read More

How to Connect TV Provider with iPhone & iPad

Sep 17, 2021 - Leave a Comment
How to Connect TV Provider with iPhone & iPad

Does your TV provider offer video streaming apps for your iPhone and iPad? Many do, and if that’s the case for you, you may want to connect your TV Provider with your device to get instant access to all of their apps and the respective content that your subscription includes.

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