iOS 12.4.5 Update Released for Older iPhone & iPad Models

Jan 28, 2020 - 28 Comments
iOS 12.5.5

Apple has released iOS 12.4.5 for a select group of older model iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch models that are unable to run the latest iOS 13.3.1 and iPadOS 13.3.1 releases. According to the brief release notes accompanying the download, iOS 12.4.5 “provides important security updates” and is therefore recommended for all eligible users to … Read More

MacOS Catalina 10.15.3 Update Released & Security Updates for Mojave & High Sierra

Jan 28, 2020 - 27 Comments
macOS Catalina 10.15.3

Apple has released macOS Catalina 10.15.3, which includes bug fixes and security updates to the Mac Catalina operating system. Separately, Mac users running Mojave or High Sierra will find new Security Updates available for those respective operating systems. Additionally, iOS 13.3.1 and iPadOS 13.3.1 were released as updates, along with watchOS 6.1.2 for Apple Watch, … Read More

iOS 13.3.1 & iPadOS 13.3.1 Update for iPhone & iPad Released

Jan 28, 2020 - 7 Comments
iOS 13.3.1 and iPadOS 13.3.1

Apple has released iOS 13.3.1 and iPadOS 13.3.1 for iPhone and iPad users. The release includes bug fixes, security improvements, and feature enhancements. The full release notes for the system software versions is available below. Additionally, iOS 12.4.5 is available for older iPhone and iPad models that are not able to run the latest iOS … Read More

MacOS Catalina 10.15.3 Beta 3 Available for Testing

Jan 25, 2020 - 1 Comment
MacOS Catalina beta

MacOS Catalina 10.15.3 beta 3 has been for testing by Apple. Mac users who are currently enrolled in the Mac system software beta testing program will find the new beta software update available to download now. The latest MacOS Catalina beta arrives a few days after iOS 13.3.1 beta 3 and iPadOS 13.3.1 beta 3 … Read More

How to Sign Up for Free Apple TV+ Subscription for 1 Year

Jan 24, 2020 - 5 Comments
Get a free year of Apple TV Plus subscription

Want a free year of Apple TV+ subscription to enjoy all the Apple TV+ shows? Of course you do! If you’ve bought an iPhone within the past three months then Apple is offering a free year of Apple TV+ service with that purchase.

How to Play Songs on Spotify with Siri on iPhone or iPad

Jan 24, 2020 - 1 Comment
How to start Spotify songs and music from Siri

Siri now supports Spotify commands, meaning you can now use Siri to request specific music be played through Spotify on iPhone, iPad, or other Siri equipped devices with Spotify. And if the iPhone or iPad is outputting audio to Sonos or another speaker, Spotify will play directly through that speaker system. Using Spotify to play … Read More

Beta 3 iOS 13.3.1 & iPadOS 13.3.1 Released for Testing

Jan 22, 2020 - 2 Comments
iOS 13.3.1 beta download

Apple has released the third beta versions of iOS 13.3.1 and iPadOS 13.3.1 for users in the beta testing programs for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. Separately, Apple also released new betas for Apple Watch and Apple TV as watchOS 6.1.2 beta 3 and tvOS 13.3 beta 3. Currently there is no new accompanying MacOS … Read More

How to Setup a VPN on Mac

Jan 20, 2020 - 13 Comments
How to setup a VPN on Mac

Need to setup a VPN on Mac? Setting up a VPN on MacOS is very easy, as this tutorial will walk you through the steps to accomplish a manual VPN configuration on the Mac. VPN stands for Virtual Private Network, and VPN services are often used by businesses, enterprises, agencies, and individuals for a wide … Read More

How to Enable Dark Mode on Facebook

Jan 19, 2020 - 16 Comments
Facebook

Want to use Facebook in Dark Mode? If you’re a fan of dark mode for iPhone and iPad, you might also be interested in using Dark Mode on Facebook, the worlds largest social network.

How to Change FPS in Fortnite

Jan 17, 2020 - Leave a Comment
How to change FPS in Fortnite on mobile

If you play Fortnite you might be interested in changing the frame rate or FPS of the game, which can result in smoother gameplay. This tutorial will discuss how to change FPS settings in Fortnite to either increase or lower the frame rate of the game. The article screenshots covers adjusting FPS on iPad Pro … Read More

How to Stop iPad from Getting iPhone Messages

Jan 16, 2020 - 7 Comments
How to Stop iPad Getting iPhone Messages

Ever wondered why your iPad is getting text messages from your iPhone? And have you ever wondered how to stop the iPad from getting iPhone messages? This article will show you how to disable the feature that allows all iPhone messages to be shared and received to an iPad.

Where are Notes Stored on Mac?

Jan 15, 2020 - 26 Comments
The Notes icon for Mac

Want to access Notes data on your Mac? Wondering where Notes are stored on the Mac? This article will show you where Notes are stored locally on a Mac and how to access that data. This of course assumes you use the Notes app, with or without iCloud, and if so all Notes will be … Read More

Beta 2 of iOS / iPadOS 13.3.1, MacOS 10.15.3, Released for Testing

Jan 15, 2020 - 1 Comment
iOS 13 public beta 3, ipadOS 13 public beta 3, MacOS Catalina public beta 3

Apple has released the second beta versions of iOS 13.3.1, iPadOS 13.3.1, MacOS Catalina 10.15.3, tvOS 13.3.1, and watchOS 6.1.2. The new beta builds of system software for various Apple devices is available to download now for anyone participating in the beta testing programs, both as developer beta and as public beta versions.

How to Answer Phone Calls on AirPods

Jan 14, 2020 - 2 Comments
Answering and ending phone calls on AirPods

Handling phone calls with AirPods and AirPods Pro is a wonderfully convenient feature to use. If you’re wearing AirPods and receive a phone call, you might wish to answer a phone call while wearing the AirPods earbuds. And of course you can also hang up phone calls with AirPods too, so you’re not going to … Read More

Build Your Own Apple I Replica with SmartyKit

Jan 12, 2020 - 5 Comments
SmartyKit Apple 1 Replica DIY project

The Apple I was the original Apple computer built by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, so naturally every Apple fanatic has dreamed of playing around with an Apple I or even having their own. But you won’t need to keep dreaming, because you’ll be able to build your own DIY Apple 1 replica thanks to … Read More

How to Enable Dark Mode on Instagram

Jan 12, 2020 - 1 Comment
How to enable Dark Mode on Instagram for iPhone

Want to use Instagram in Dark Mode? Of course you do, and you can turn this feature on with total ease to enjoy the darker interface option in Instagram for iPhone. Enabling Dark Mode in Instagram for iPhone or Android is perhaps easier than using Dark Mode in many other apps with manual controls, and … Read More

How to Enable Dark Mode on Facebook Messenger

Jan 11, 2020 - 2 Comments
How to use Dark Mode on Facebook Messenger

Want to use Dark Mode with Facebook Messenger? If you’re a frequent Facebook Messenger user and you’re a fan of using dark mode for iPhone and the dark UI for iPad then you might appreciate enabling the Dark Mode feature on Facebook Messenger.

How to Update FireFox on Mac

Jan 10, 2020 - 5 Comments
How to update Firefox on Mac

Wondering how to update the Firefox web browser? Firefox is a popular web browser and some Mac fans may use it as their default browser. If you’re a Firefox user, you may have noticed that Firefox periodically updates itself automatically. But if you’re not quitting and relaunching the app often you can be stuck on … Read More

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