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How to Enter & Exit DFU Mode on M1 iPad Pro (2021 Model)

Oct 10, 2021 - Leave a Comment
How to Enter & Exit DFU Mode on M1 iPad Pro

DFU mode is a lower-level restoration state that’s utilized by advanced users to troubleshoot serious software issues. It’s something that can be used across all iPhone and iPad models, but the technique to enter the DFU mode varies on the newer iPad Pro models due to the hardware involved.

How to Enter Recovery Mode on M1 iPad Pro (2021 Model)

Oct 9, 2021 - Leave a Comment
How to Enter Recovery Mode on M1 iPad Pro (2021 Model)

Recovery Mode is a troubleshooting mode that’s available on iPhones, iPads, and Macs. It allows users to troubleshoot various issues they’re with facing with their devices. Entering this mode varies depending on the device and the model you’re using. Therefore, someone who recently upgraded from an iPad with a home button to an M1-based iPad … Read More

How to Set Ecosia as the Default Search Engine on iPhone & iPad

Oct 9, 2021 - Leave a Comment
How to Set Ecosia as the Default Search Engine on iPhone

When we think of search engines, the first thing that comes to mind for many is Google. Rightfully so, since it’s by far the most widely used search engine in the world. But, if you’re one of those people who use Ecosia, you’ll be happy to know that you can now set it as a … Read More

How to Clear Cookies Only from Safari on iPhone & iPad

Oct 8, 2021 - 7 Comments
How to Clear Only Cookies on iPhone & iPad with Safari

If you’re a Safari user on iPhone or iPad and you’ve ever tried clearing website cookies or browsing data, you may have noticed that it’s not possible to remove them without deleting your browsing history as well. However, there’s a hidden setting in iOS and iPadOS that allows you to do clear only the cookies … Read More

How to Stop Sharing Calendars on iPhone & iPad

Oct 8, 2021 - Leave a Comment
How to Stop Sharing Calendars on iPhone & iPad

Did you change your mind on a calendar that you’re sharing using your iPhone or iPad? Perhaps, you want to remove one or more people who have access to your shared calendar? It’s pretty easy to stop sharing a Calendar within the Calendar app of iOS and iPadOS.

How to Make a Calendar Public on iPhone & iPad

Oct 7, 2021 - Leave a Comment
How to Make a Calendar Public on iPhone & iPad

You may be familiar with calendar sharing on your iPhone and iPad. However, if you’re looking to share a calendar with more than just a few people, there’s a better way to do it. It turns out that you can use the Public Calendar feature to make a calendar accessible to a large group of … 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

How to Take Photos on iPhone & iPad with Siri

Oct 6, 2021 - 4 Comments
How to Take Photos on iPhone & iPad with Siri

Did you know that you can use Siri to take a picture instead of pressing the shutter button yourself? This may come in handy when you’re taking group photos and you want everyone in the shot. Apple’s Shortcuts app makes this possible and it’s pretty easy to set up.

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

How to Make Video & Voice Calls on Signal

Oct 5, 2021 - 1 Comment
How to Make Video & Voice Calls on Signal

Want to make a video call or voice call with Signal app on your iPhone? You can do that. Not only is Signal a messaging app, but it offers voice and video communication methods too.

How to Use Private Relay in Safari to Hide Your IP address on iPhone & iPad

Oct 4, 2021 - 3 Comments
How to Use Safari Private Relay on iPhone

Alongside the release of iOS 15 and iPadOS 15, Apple introduced a privacy-oriented feature that changes the way you browse the web on your iPhone or iPad. Dubbed Private Relay, it’s a part of the company’s new iCloud+ program that you can access as long as you’re paying for iCloud.

How to Change Default Navigation Method on iPhone Maps Between Car, Bike, Public Transit, Walking, etc

Oct 4, 2021 - 1 Comment
How to Change Default Navigation Method on iPhone

Do you usually rely on public transport a lot while traveling? Or perhaps, you use cycling directions for your daily commute? Maybe your standard mode of transportation isn’t a car? If you use Apple Maps for navigation, you may want to change your default navigation method to make sure you get your desired routes faster.

How to Force Restart M1 iPad Pro (2021 Model)

Oct 3, 2021 - 4 Comments
How to Force Restart M1 iPad Pro

Got yourself the new iPad Pro with Apple’s M1 chip? If this your very first iPad Pro or you’re switching from an older iPad with a home button, you may have trouble trying to force restart your device. Fortunately, it’s still pretty easy and we’ll help you out.

How to Use Guides in Apple Maps on iPhone

Oct 3, 2021 - Leave a Comment
How to Use Guides in Apple Maps on iPhone

Apple Maps has a potentially useful feature called Guides, which shows you some of the best points of interest in a selected city. This makes it a lot easier for you to explore a new destination whether you’re with friends, family, or colleagues. These recommendations are provided by Apple’s trusted partners which include The Washington … 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

How to Turn M1 iPad Pro Off & On (2021 Model)

Oct 2, 2021 - 5 Comments
How to Turn M1 iPad Pro Off & On (2021 Model)

Turning off and turning on an iPad Pro may be one of the simplest things you can do, but you’ll be actually surprised to know that a lot of iPad and even iPhone users rarely ever turn off or restart their devices. Now, you might think it’s as easy as pressing the power button, but … Read More

How to Share ETA from Apple Maps on iPhone with Siri

Oct 2, 2021 - Leave a Comment
How to Get Siri to Share ETA When Navigating with Apple Maps

Are you driving to meet up with your friends, family, or colleagues? If you use Apple Maps for navigation, you’ll be excited to know that you can share your ETA with them right from your iPhone by using Siri.

How to Schedule & Automate Focus Mode on iPhone & iPad

Oct 1, 2021 - 3 Comments
Scheduling Focus mode on an iPhone

Apple’s iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 introduced an all-new feature called Focus. Focus replaces the Do Not Disturb toggle in the Control Center and Settings, and you can use it to filter notifications from your contacts and apps. With just a few steps, you can set your iPhone or iPad to schedule Focus depending on … Read More

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