News Archives for 2022

The best game controllers for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV

Level up your gaming on the iPhone and Apple TV with a new game controller. Here are some of your best options on the market.

Malcolm Owen | 6 days ago

The best Thunderbolt 4 docks and hubs you can buy for your Mac

If you want to add more connectivity to your Mac, you should consider a Thunderbolt dock. We've made a list of some of the best docking and port-expanding accessories you can buy.

Malcolm Owen | 2 weeks ago

Apple's smart fabric research points to wearable tech beyond Apple Watch & AirPods

New research building on older work demonstrates that Apple is working out how to weave sensors and switches into fabric, which could then be used for smart bags, furniture, clothing, and more.

William Gallagher | 1 month ago

How to blur sensitive information in images on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac

If you're looking to share a screenshot or photo, but you don't want to expose anything too personal, here's how you can blur or otherwise censor them on your Mac, iPhone, or iPad.

Amber Neely | 3 months ago

How to tell the difference between real AirPods Pro and counterfeit ones

Details are key in spotting a fake set of AirPods or AirPods Pro. We picked up a set of widely available clones and compared them to genuine AirPods Pro so you can better protect yourself from getting scammed by counterfeit Apple earbuds.

Andrew O'Hara | 3 months ago

How to get apps for old iPhones and iPads

If you have an older iPhone or iPad that can't run iOS 17 — or even iOS 10 for that matter — you're still able to download and use compatible versions of apps.

Mike Peterson | 3 months ago

How to pair a new Apple TV remote

While an Apple TV remote comes within the box, you can easily pair a replacement. Here is how to pair a new remote to your Apple TV.

Nathaniel Pangaro | 3 months ago

How to use Plex on Mac to create your own personal streaming service

If you have an extensive movie collection, you may want to share it with other devices on your home network. Here's how you can use Plex to create your own mini Netflix.

Malcolm Owen | 3 months ago

How to fix System Data filling your iPhone's storage

Your iPhone may have low storage because it's been consumed by System Data, a category that can potentially consume all available capacity. Here's how to regain space when things get too bloated to function.

Malcolm Owen | 3 months ago

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Future MagSafe could transmit data and authenticate users through peripherals

Apple has been researching ways to advance MagSafe to carry data wirelessly, plus how to recognize and authenticate accessories when they are plugged in.

William Gallagher | 3 months ago

How to move your data to a new iPhone 15 or iPhone 15 Pro

If you're moving from an old iPhone to a new iPhone 15, there are steps you need to take to make sure all of your data comes with you. Here's how to get it done.

William Gallagher | 3 months ago

Best monitor for MacBook Pro in 2024: best buys from Apple, Dell, LG & Samsung

Macs and MacBooks are powerful computing devices, and they deserve a display to match. These are the monitors you should consider getting for your Mac as we wind down 2023 and head into 2024.

AppleInsider Staff | 4 months ago

iPad & iPad Pro buyer's guide: which iPad to buy for your budget

The iPad lineup may have missed out on big changes in 2023, but there are still a lot of choices to make. Here's how to choose the best tablet to buy.

Malcolm Owen | 4 months ago

Apple researching how to make a 'Star Trek' communicator badge

Apple has been researching how to make a small, wearable loudspeaker that would use beamformed audio to make it clearly audible to the wearer, yet not disturb anyone else.

William Gallagher | 6 months ago

Commemorating Steve Jobs and his continuing influence on technology

More than a decade after his death, Apple co-founder Steve Jobs continues to influence the world. AppleInsider explores what the man himself thought about living and dying, and how is online archive is commemorating him and his work.

William Gallagher | 6 months ago

Six years ago, the iPhone X set the table for everything that has come since

In September 2017, Tim Cook said the iPhone X would "set the path for technology for the next decade." All these years later, it looks like Cook was right.

William Gallagher | 7 months ago

Apple will not buy Disney, no matter how often it hears that it will

Now the word is that Disney CEO Bob Iger wants to stay in charge as long as he can — and then sell out to Apple. So we're right back with more analysts saying this is what will and what must happen — but it still won't.

William Gallagher | 7 months ago

Future AirPods may ID wearer and tailor features to protect owner's privacy

If future AirPods do not recognize who is wearing them, they could automatically block personal information such as Siri relaying text messages.

William Gallagher | 7 months ago

How to use background sounds in macOS Ventura

This lesser-known background sounds feature in macOS Ventura can help you relax and focus, so you can increase your productivity while at your desk. Here's how to set it up.

Catherine Cargill | 7 months ago

How to use Passkeys instead of passwords on iOS 16

Apple's introduction of Passkeys means you can authenticate with some apps and services using Face ID or Touch ID instead of remembering a password. This is how you get started.

Malcolm Owen | 7 months ago

How to sync multiple Apple Watches to one iPhone

If you're going to buy an Apple Watch Series 9, you don't have to ditch your old one, because Apple makes it easy to use two or more with your iPhone. Here's how.

William Gallagher | 7 months ago

The ultimate guide on how to customize your iPhone running iOS 16

Apple's iOS 16 makes the iPhone more customizable than ever. This is the ultimate guide on how to make the iPhone a more personal device.

Wesley Hilliard | 7 months ago

How to set an animated Memoji on your Lock Screen in macOS Ventura

When choosing your profile picture that is displayed on your Mac's Lock Screen, you can choose to have an animated Memoji as one. Here is how to set it up.

Nathaniel Pangaro | 7 months ago

How to create routes and add stops in Apple Maps

Being able to map out your entire drive beforehand, with estimated travel times and future course changes, is a powerful addition to an already handy app. Here's how to create a multi-stop route in the latest version of Apple Maps.

Damien Lavizzo | 7 months ago

How to use Continuity Camera in iOS 16 and macOS Ventura

Continuity Camera allows you to use your iPhone's camera to insert photos or documents in your Mac and use it as a FaceTime camera as well. Here is how to use Continuity Camera in macOS Ventura.

Nathaniel Pangaro | 7 months ago

How to make an external bootable working drive in macOS Ventura

When something goes wrong with your Mac, it's a boon to have a separate, external drive that you can work from — but Apple no longer makes that easy. Here's how to do it.

William Gallagher | 7 months ago

How to export Safari passwords in iOS 16 and macOS Ventura

If you keep your website passwords in Safari, there can come a time when you need to use one on another machine, or in another browser. Here's what you can do.

William Gallagher | 7 months ago

How to turn on Walking Steadiness notifications in iOS 16

Walking Steadiness is a helpful tool for older folks to know their risk of falling. Here's how to turn on walking steadiness notifications in iOS 16.

Andrew Orr | 7 months ago

How and when to use multiple calendars in iOS 16 & macOS Ventura

Whether you use Apple's own Calendar app or a powerful third-party alternative, you can stay more organized by leveraging multiple calendars. Here's why, when, and how to do it.

William Gallagher | 7 months ago