Why is My MacBook Draining Battery While Sleeping?

Oct 20, 2021 - 8 Comments
MacBook battery draining when sleeping

Some MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and MacBook users may have noticed their computers are draining battery even when the Mac is sleeping and not in use. This seems like a peculiar issue, but it turns out there there may be an explanation. A simple way to diagnose this issue is by going to  Apple … Read More

Listen to This Song Made from 45 Years of Apple Sound Effects

Oct 19, 2021 - Leave a Comment
Start Up Apple Sound Effect Song

Apple played a fun song leading into their October 18 redesigned MacBook Pro debut event which was composed entirely of sound effects captured from 45 years of Apple products. If you’re a longtime Apple fan you’ll undoubtedly recognize many of the sounds, from boot chimes, alerts, ringtones, chargers plugging in, and so much more.

All New Redesigned MacBook Pro 14″ & 16″ Announced by Apple

Oct 18, 2021 - 7 Comments
M1 Pro and M1 Max MacBook Pro spec brag chart

Apple has announced an all new redesigned MacBook Pro, available in either 14″ and 16″ mini-LED display sizes, and featuring new Apple Silicon processors, mini-LED display with ProMotion, a 1080p front facing web camera, an HDMI port and SD card slot, and the return of MagSafe for charging. The new Mac models include powerful architecture … Read More

Release Candidates for macOS Monterey, iOS 15.1, iPadOS 15.1 Available for Testing

Oct 18, 2021 - 1 Comment
macOS Monterey RC and iOS 15.1/iPadOS 15.1 RC

Apple has issued Release Candidates for macOS Monterey for Mac, iOS 15.1 for iPhone, and iPadOS 15.1 for iPad. The RC builds are available now, and the final versions of these system software releases are set to be launched next Monday, October 25, when the newly redesigned MacBook Pro is available.

MacOS Monterey Beta 10, iOS 15.1 Beta 4 Released for Testing

Oct 13, 2021 - 2 Comments
iOS 15, iPadOS 15, MacOS Monterey public betas

Apple has released new beta versions of macOS Monterey, iOS 15.1, iPadOS 15.1, watchOS 8.1, and tvOS 15.1. MacOS Monterey is beta 10, while the others are beta 4. It’s assumed that macOS Monterey will receive a launch date at the October 18 Apple Event, and likely arrive finalized soon after that. iOS 15.1 and … Read More

Apple Event Scheduled for October 18, New MacBook Pro Expected

Oct 12, 2021 - 1 Comment
Apple Event October 2021

Apple has announced an Apple Event for October 18, 2021, at 10 AM PDT. The virtual event will be watchable online via the Apple website and the Apple TV app. According to rumors, a redesigned MacBook Pro is to be expected, possibly alongside other updated Mac hardware. The new MacBook Pro is expected to be … Read More

iOS 15.0.2 Released with Bug Fixes

Oct 11, 2021 - 1 Comment
iOS 15.0.2 update

iOS 15.0.2 and iPadOS 15.0.2 have been released with bug fixes and security updates for for the iPhone and iPad. The update resolves an issue where Photos could be deleted if an iMessage thread was deleted, where AirTags might not appear in the Find My app, and resolves an issue with device updates through Finder … Read More

MacOS Monterey Beta 9, iOS/iPadOS 15.1 Beta 3 Available for Testing

Oct 6, 2021 - Leave a Comment
iOS 15, iPadOS 15, MacOS Monterey public betas

New beta versions of system software were released by Apple today for users in the beta testing programs. This includes macOS Monterey beta 9, iOS 15.1 beta 3, iPadOS 15.1 beta 3, watchOS 8.1 beta 3, and tvOS 15.1 beta 3. The new beta updates arrive as Apple continues to finalize macOS Monterey before its … Read More

How to Turn Off Tab Bar Colors in Safari for Mac

Oct 6, 2021 - 5 Comments
Safari for Mac

The latest versions of Safari on Mac apply a color tint effect to the tab toolbar. This shifts the browser window towards the color of the webpage in view, giving it a sort of transparent look. The color effect applies to the area of the search / URL bar, back/forward buttons, tabs, bookmark buttons, and … Read More

Apple Marks 10th Anniversary of Steve Jobs Passing with “Celebrating Steve” Tribute

Oct 5, 2021 - Leave a Comment
Apple 10 year commemoration of Steve Jobs death

Apple is marking the tenth anniversary of Steve Jobs passing with a homepage takeover with numerous photographs, a great short video with some of Mr Jobs most memorable quotes, and a moving note from the Jobs family. Anyone can watch the video, read the Jobs family statement, and check out the photos of Steve by … Read More

How to Turn Off Address Bar Color Effect in Safari for iPhone & iPad

Oct 5, 2021 - 10 Comments
Disable Safari tinting color effect on iPhone and iPad

Safari for iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 received a pretty significant visual overhaul, and one very obvious change is that the Safari browser screens tab bar and navigation/search bar now have a color effect that tints the Safari interface towards the color of the webpage in view. If you’d like to disable the Safari color … Read More

Downgrading from iOS 15 Without Losing Data

Oct 2, 2021 - 1 Comment
Downgrading iOS/iPadOS 15 beta without losing data

Want to downgrade from iOS 15 and revert back to iOS 14, but you’re concerned about losing data? Want to remove iOS/iPadOS 15 from your iPhone or iPad, but you don’t want to go through the restore process? While many users may be familiar with the typical methods of downgrading iOS/iPadOS betas by relying on … Read More

iOS 15.0.1 Released with Bug Fixes for Apple Watch Issue

Oct 1, 2021 - 5 Comments
iOS 15.0.1 update

Apple has released iOS 15.0.1 and iPadOS 15.0.1 as the first bug fix update to address some of the issues with iOS/iPadOS 15. Specifically, iOS 15.0.1 update resolves an issue where Apple Watch may not unlock with new iPhone 13 models, where Settings erroneously shows a storage full error, and an issue with Fitness+ workouts. … Read More

MacOS Big Sur 11.6.1 Beta Released for Testing

Oct 1, 2021 - 2 Comments
macOS Big Sur 11.6.1 beta

Apple has released a beta version of macOS Big Sur 11.6.1 for users enrolled in the beta testing program for MacOS Big Sur. The beta update is said to include security fixes, and hints at what the final version of macOS Big Sur 11.6.1 will include for Mac users running Big Sur.

“Device Support Update” for macOS Big Sur, Catalina, & Mojave Released

Sep 30, 2021 - 16 Comments
Device Support Update for macOS Big Sur and Catalina

Apple has released a “Device Support Update” for macOS Big Sur, Catalina, and Mojave. The vague software update is said to ensure “proper updating and restoring for iOS and iPadOS devices”, suggesting the update is necessary for the Mac to function properly with common maintenance activities for iPhone and iPad. The Device Support Update does … Read More

iOS 15 Battery Life Drains Faster? Try These Tips

Sep 29, 2021 - 4 Comments
Fix iOS 15 battery life issues and draining

Do you feel like battery life is worse after the iOS 15 or iPadOS 15 on your iPhone or iPad? Battery draining issues are commonly reported after major system software updates, and iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 are no exception. Fortunately there’s usually an explanation to these battery life woes, and resolutions too.

MacOS Monterey Beta 8, iOS/iPadOS 15.1 Beta 2 Released for Testing

Sep 28, 2021 - Leave a Comment
iOS 15, iPadOS 15, MacOS Monterey public betas

Apple has released new beta versions of macOS Monterey, iOS 15.1, iPadOS 15.1, and tvOS 15.1 to users enrolled in the beta testing programs for Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV. The versions arrive as macOS Monterey beta 8, which must be nearing it’s public release, and iOS 15.1 beta 2, iPadOS 15.1 beta 2, … Read More

How to Transfer Everything to New iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 the Easy way

Sep 24, 2021 - 6 Comments
Transfer old iPhone to new iPhone 13 Pro

Got a new iPhone 13 Pro or iPhone 13 model, and want to get all your stuff from your older iPhone to the new one? Fortunately it’s easy to transfer all data from an old iPhone to the new iPhone 13 series, thanks to the data migration tool available during device setup, and you don’t … Read More

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