How to Download a Full macOS High Sierra Installer App

Sep 27, 2017 - 98 Comments

Download the complete macOS High Sierra Installer application

Many Mac users who are attempting to download macOS High Sierra from the Mac App Store will find that a small 19 MB version of “Install macOS High Sierra.app” downloads to the /Applications folder of the target Mac, rather than the complete 5.2 GB Installer application for macOS High Sierra. This is annoying because it prevents a single download from being used on multiple computers, plus the small installer requires an internet connection during usage to download the rest of the High Sierra update files. Additionally, the tiny 19 MB incomplete installer prevents users from being able to create a macOS High Sierra USB installer drive or other custom update options available through the command line, like skipping the APFS update.

This tutorial will show you a workaround trick that allows Mac users to download the full macOS High Sierra “Install macOS High Sierra.app” file at 5.2 GB with the complete installer tool set and all dmg files and associated Install macOS High Sierra.app/Contents/Resources/ tools, rather than the tiny incomplete truncated installer at 19 MB.

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Troubleshooting iOS 11 Problems

Sep 26, 2017 - 228 Comments

Troubleshooting iOS 11 problems

Most users are able to install iOS 11 onto an iPhone or iPad without any incident, and they are ready to enjoy the best new features available in the new system software version. But that’s most users.

Unfortunately, problems may arise during an iOS software update, either when attempting to install, or with a failed installation, or various issues occurring after the iOS 11 update has completed. The good news is almost all issues can be fixed with a little troubleshooting effort.

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iOS 11.0.1 Update for iPhone & iPad Available to Download Now

Sep 26, 2017 - 45 Comments

iOS 11.0.1 software update available to download now

Apple has released iOS 11.0.1 as a bug fix update for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. iOS 11.0.1 arrives just a week after the wide release of iOS 11, suggesting some notable bugs were discovered in the prior release and are being addressed in the small point release software update.

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By Paul Horowitz - iPad, iPhone, News - 45 Comments

How to Prepare for macOS High Sierra

Sep 25, 2017 - 29 Comments

Prepare for MacOS High Sierra

MacOS High Sierra is now available as the latest Mac system software update from Apple, but instead of jumping right into the installation process you might want to take a few moments to properly prepare for the macOS High Sierra operating system update.

We’ll review a few simple steps you can take before diving into macOS High Sierra. Let’s begin!
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By Paul Horowitz - Mac OS, Tips & Tricks - 29 Comments

MacOS High Sierra Download is Available Now

Sep 25, 2017 - 29 Comments

MacOS High Sierra

Apple has released the final version of macOS High Sierra, available to download now for the general public. The new software update includes a variety of refinements and enhancements to the Mac operating system, along with a handful of new features.

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By Paul Horowitz - Mac OS, News - 29 Comments

How to Install iOS 11 Manually with IPSW Firmware and iTunes

Sep 24, 2017 - 24 Comments

Using IPSW for installing iOS 11 update manually

While most users should update to iOS 11 using the standard software update mechanisms within Settings app or iTunes, another more technical option is available that utilizes device-specific firmware (IPSW) to install iOS 11 onto an iPhone or iPad.

In general, using IPSW to update iOS system software is considered advanced and is therefore only appropriate for more technically competent individuals. Nonetheless, it’s not terribly complicated and just about anyone can perform the procedure should they need to, if they follow instructions properly.

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How to Update & Install iOS 11 on iPhone or iPad

Sep 23, 2017 - 18 Comments

How to update to iOS 11 on iPhone and iPad

iOS 11 is now out in the wild, but if you’re not particularly experienced with installing software updates to your iPhone or iPad, you may be interested to know there are several ways to update a device to iOS 11.

This tutorial will show you how to install iOS 11 and update an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch to the latest operating system available. You will be able to update directly on the device itself, or through a computer using iTunes.

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By Paul Horowitz - iPad, iPhone, Tips & Tricks - 18 Comments

iOS 11 Battery Draining Fast? How to Fix iOS 11 Battery Life Problems

Sep 22, 2017 - 49 Comments

Fix iOS 11 battery life problems

Some users who updated to iOS 11 have discovered their battery life on an iPhone or iPad is running down faster than usual. Experiencing rapid battery drain after iOS updates can be frustrating, but often there are reasons why the iPhone or iPad battery is draining faster than usual after a system software update like iOS 11.

We’ll cover a variety of tips and advice to help remedy battery drain after updating to iOS 11.

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7 of the Best iOS 11 Features You’ll Actually Use

Sep 21, 2017 - 37 Comments

Best iOS 11 features

iOS 11 includes many new features and a variety of subtle changes, but we’re going to highlight some of the best features available in iOS 11 for iPhone and iPad that you will actually use.

From the ability to scan documents with your camera, improving the Control Center, to less distracted driving, better file handling, the new one-handed keyboard, automatically ditching dusty apps, and a wealth of improvements to the iPad multitasking capabilities, read on to learn more.

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By Paul Horowitz - iPad, iPhone, Tips & Tricks - 37 Comments

How to Downgrade iOS 11 to iOS 10.3.3 on iPhone and iPad

Sep 20, 2017 - 121 Comments

How to downgrade iOS 11 to iOS 10

Don’t like iOS 11 on your iPhone or iPad? You can downgrade to iOS 10.3.3 if you act quickly. Maybe you don’t like the update, maybe you find iOS 11 battery life to be poor, or app compatibility to be a problem, or perhaps you think the performance is subpar. Whatever the reason, you can easily downgrade iOS 11 if you need to, but the ability to downgrade is only available for a limited time while Apple continues to sign the prior operating system release of iOS 10.3.3.

We’ll walk through how you can downgrade iOS 11 back to iOS 10 on an iPhone or iPad.
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Safari 11 for macOS Sierra & OS X El Capitan Released

Sep 19, 2017 - 42 Comments

Safari icon

Apple has released Safari 11 for macOS Sierra 10.12.6 and Mac OS X El Capitan 10.11.6. The update to Safari includes various security patches, bug fixes, and includes a handful of new features for the Mac web browser.

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By Paul Horowitz - Mac OS, News - 42 Comments

iOS 11 Update Available to Download Now [IPSW Links]

Sep 19, 2017 - 36 Comments

iOS 11 update download available now for iPhone and iPad

Apple has officially released iOS 11 to all users with a compatible iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. The new operating system includes a revised Siri voice, a new look for the App Store, a redesigned Control Center, the inclusion of significant new multitasking features for iPad, and various other changes to the iOS experience.

Read along to learn how to download and update to iOS 11, as well as to find iOS 11 IPSW download links from Apple.

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By Paul Horowitz - iPad, iPhone, News, Tips & Tricks - 36 Comments

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.

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By Paul Horowitz - Apple TV, Apple Watch, News - 2 Comments

How to Copy Ringtones to iPhone or iPad in iTunes 12.7

Sep 18, 2017 - 91 Comments

Getting ringtones onto iPhone or iPad with new iTunes versions

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 some users may find confusing when they go to adjust ringtones on their devices.

The good news is you can still copy and transfer ringtones over to an iPhone or iPad with iTunes 12.7, and as you’ll see it’s actually quite simple as you will see.

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By Paul Horowitz - iPad, iPhone, iTunes, Tips & Tricks - 91 Comments

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.

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

Sep 16, 2017 - 96 Comments

Manage iOS Apps on iPhone and iPad without iTunes

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 section from iTunes has confused some users, and annoyed others. But don’t distress, even if this change can take some adapting, because you can still easily manage apps, sync apps, and redownload apps and access apps through the App Store directly on an iPhone or iPad.

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By Paul Horowitz - iPad, iPhone, iTunes, Tips & Tricks - 96 Comments

How to Prepare for iOS 11 the Right Way

Sep 15, 2017 - 17 Comments

Prepare for iOS 11

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, and finally, installing iOS 11.

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By Paul Horowitz - iPad, iPhone, Tips & Tricks - 17 Comments

Preorder iPhone 8 & iPhone 8 Plus Tonight

Sep 14, 2017 - 2 Comments

Preorder the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus

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.

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By Paul Horowitz - iPhone, News - 2 Comments

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