Effective Ways to Free Up iCloud Storage

What is Apple’s iCloud Storage iCloud is responsible for syncing your data across your Apple devices. iCloud storage is the amount of space Apple gives you to do that. You can store photos, videos, files, device backups, third-party app data, and more. If you’ve had your device for some time,

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The End of Passwords? How To Set Up Apple Passkeys

We know that passwords are easy to forget, hard to make, secure, and needed for almost everything. Passkeys may just change that! Apple has been on the password journey for years. We’ve seen Two-Factor Authentication with SMS. Sign in with Apple and email me a login. These are time-consuming and

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How To Get Your Notifications Under Control

Apple has redesigned the notification system in iOS 16. Notifications now appear stacked at the bottom of the Lock Screen by default. Some users aren’t big fans. But don’t worry. In this guide, I’ll walk you through the new notifications and, if you want, show you how to revert to

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The Amazing New Lock Screen Features in iOS 16

In iOS 16, Apple overhauled the Lock Screen. As a result, you can customize to your heart’s content, choose widgets, customize colors and fonts and use emojis, photos, and built-in wallpapers for a unique look. This guide walks you through the Lock Screen changes in iOS 16.  Editing the Lock

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Apple Watch Mirroring for Seniors

Apple Watch Mirroring was released in iOS 16 and allows you to control your Apple Watch screen from your iPhone. Making the watch experience more accessible for seniors and people with physical and motor skill disabilities, but make no mistake, it can be helpful for anyone. Mirroring essentially casts your

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Search Everywhere for Everything in Spotlight Search

Spotlight Search is a built-in intelligent search feature from Apple that allows you to search through apps, files, and the web to help you find what you’re seeking. Apple keeps improving this function, and iOS and iPadOS 16 are no exception.  This guide will highlight what’s new in Spotlight and

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Apple Maps Enhancements in iOS 16

Apple Maps is finally getting some significant enhancements. Improved trip planning, public transit, walking directions, accessibility features, and place details. The most significant change is multi-stop routing.  This guide highlights all the new features in Maps for iOS 16. If you’ve been using a third-party app for navigation, it may

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How To Use the Stocks app On Your iPhone

Are you looking to monitor your stock portfolio? Then, the Stocks app on your iPhone has you covered. You can check on the latest stock updates, view graphs, and get an overall idea o the stock rate. If you have invested, this is the perfect and most straightforward app to

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How to use Zoom on the iPhone For Seniors

Zoom on the iPhone and iPad is a free app you can download from the App Store, allowing you to create a virtual conference room, video chat one-on-one, host a webinar and join audio and video meetings online. Zoom works on Android, Apple devices, and PC. So you can communicate

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How to Customize and Use Default Replies on the Apple Watch

One of the remarkable features and benefits of the Apple Watch is viewing and responding to your messages quickly. The quickest replies aren’t the ones dictated or typed but using the default replies on the Apple Watch. Default replies allow you to send preset messages with one tap. In addition,

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