How to delete iCloud messages on Mac & iPhone

Efficiently managing and deleting messages from iCloud is crucial for freeing up storage space on your iPhone and Mac. Here's how to delete messages from iCloud.

Andrew Orr 1 month ago 5

How to use the Apple Maps Library feature

Apple added an Apple Maps Library feature for all of your saved and pinned locations to live, making them easier to find later. Here's how to use it on your iPhone.

Oliver Haslam 2 months ago 13

How to compress folders on iPad to save on storage space

Compressing folders on an iPad is a quick and easy way to optimize storage, improve file sharing, and organize your digital life. Here's how.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 4

How to change what the iPhone 17 Camera Control button does

Unless you've gone looking in System Settings, you may not be aware that the Camera Control button on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 17 can be set to do other functions besides set up and take a picture. Here's how to change it.

Charles Martin 2 months ago 7

How to turn the Action Button into a multi-function automation launcher

The Action Button on the iPhone 15 and later provides one-click access to features, but strangely it can only perform one action. With a quick workaround in the Shortcuts apps, it's possible to use the Action Button to trigger up to eight applications or automations.

David Schloss 2 months ago 9

How to add an email account to Apple Mail on Mac or iOS

For many, the best email app is the one that came on your iPhone, Apple's own Mail app. To get the most use out of the Mail app, you can set it up to have all of your email accounts and addresses in one place in it.

Bon Adamson 2 months ago 10

How to use Reduce Interruptions on iOS 26 and what it does

The Reduce Interruptions Focus Mode aims to use Apple Intelligence to prioritize notifications to cut them down, yet not have you miss anything important. Here's how to use it.

William Gallagher 3 months ago 2

How to import your old passwords into Apple Passwords

Apple Passwords is a secure and safe alternative for those seeking to escape 1Password's latest price hike. Here's what you need to know.

Bon Adamson 3 months ago 27

Apple plans fabric displays for future devices like the HomePod

Future HomePods, iPhone cases, Apple Watch bands and more could display information right on their fabric covering, if one of the latest patents granted to Apple is anything to go by.

William Gallagher 5 months ago 6

How to use the iOS 18 iPhone Control Center

The iPhone Control Center is a feature that hadn't changed all that much in recent years, but iOS 18 brought about some big improvements. Here's how to get the most out of it.

Oliver Haslam 9 months ago 3

How to enable parental controls on macOS Sequoia

Keeping your kids safe online might seem scary, but it's simple with Mac. Learn how to set up parental controls for your child's Mac in macOS Sequoia.

Amber Neely 9 months ago 2

How to make the most of Apple's Calendar, and when to opt for an alternative

A calendar app is practically an essential tool of the modern world. As great of a default option as Apple Calendar already is, you can actually kick things up a notch with a few features and tricks in mind.

Bon Adamson 9 months ago 9

How to enable and use RCS for secure cross-platform messaging

Apple's messaging app Messages has adopted a new cross-platform messaging standard called RCS. Here's how to be sure you have it enabled on your iPhone, and what new features it gives you when messaging people on other platforms.

Charles Martin 9 months ago 25

How to stop iCloud junk mail notifications from cluttering iOS 18

Getting inundated with iCloud junk mail notifications is frustrating, but iOS lets you keep them contained to the Mail app. However, you won't find the option in the notifications section.

Andrew Orr 9 months ago 4

How to use search and other features in the iOS 18 Journal app

The release of iOS 18 brought a number of new features to Apple's Journal app, including the new ability to search and sort entries.

Charles Martin 11 months ago 2

How to set parental controls on iOS 18 and iPadOS 18

Apple provides parental controls in iOS and iPadOS to set content and behavior restrictions for children's devices. Here's how to get started.

Amber Neely 11 months ago 1

How to change FaceTime audio & video settings for clearer calls

Apple's iOS 18 enhances FaceTime & calls with advanced audio modes and cinematic video effects for clearer communication. Here's how — and when — to use them.

Andrew Orr 11 months ago 0

How to use Apple Notes for instant equation results on iOS 18

Tired of juggling between Apple Notes and Calculator? A math feature in iOS 18 lets you solve equations instantly with just a quick settings tweak.

Andrew Orr 11 months ago 9

Retro gold rush: which emulators are on the App Store, and what's coming

Apple is allowing emulators on the App Store. Here's what's arrived, and what's on the way to play your favorite retro games on your iPhone, updated on June 10.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 32

Custom interfaces to get the most out of a folding iPhone or iPad are in the works

Folding devices with two screens have potential beyond just more display real estate. Apple is researching, at length, how to make the interfaces of folding iPhone, iPad, or all-screen MacBook Pro more than the sum of its parts.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 3

The best alternatives to Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and more

If you're not quite ready to pony up the $70 a month it takes to access Adobe's Creative Cloud Pro plan, there are plenty of low-cost and no-cost alternatives out there. Here are our favorites, updated on May 21, 2025.

Amber Neely 1 year ago 30

The best Thunderbolt docks for your Mac or MacBook Pro

A Thunderbolt 4 or Thunderbolt 5 dock is the absolute best way to charge and add ports and to your MacBook Pro with one cable. Here are AppleInsider's recommendations for the best Thunderbolt docks, updated on May 20, 2025.

AppleInsider Staff 1 year ago 17

How to turn off the gaps in macOS Sequoia's Window Tiling

By default, macOS Sequoia leaves a neat gap between windows when they are tiled — but if you don't like that, it's easy to change it.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 7

iPhone 16 Camera Control button — the ultimate guide

The Camera Control button is a new physical control on the side of the entire iPhone 16 lineup. Here's everything you need to know, and how to get the most out of it.

Andrew O'Hara 1 year ago 13

How to use the new text effects in Messages on iPhone with iOS 18

Apple's iOS 18 software update brought plenty of new features, including to the Messages app. The addition of cool new text effects gives iPhone owners new ways to communicate and they're surprisingly easy to use.

Oliver Haslam 1 year ago 2

Apple Vision Pro gestures may spread to the iPhone, iPad, and Mac

Apple Vision Pro introduced new ways of controlling apps through gestures, but it appears that Apple wants to extend that to controlling any device it makes.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 6

How to edit PDFs on a Mac using Preview & third-party apps

Editing PDFs on a Mac is simple, thanks to the built-in tools in macOS and various third-party apps. Here's how to get started, whether you're making quick annotations or detailed modifications.

Andrew Orr 1 year ago 8

How to use Apple's Time Capsule for backups on a modern wireless network

Apple's Time Capsule was discontinued long ago, but you can still get them to do your Time Machine backups on a modern network. Here's how.

Chip Loder 1 year ago 14

How to install App Store apps on an external SSD

Apple's macOS Sequoia now lets you install apps on external SSD drives instead of taking up space on your internal one — but it doesn't tell you this, so here's how to do it.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 7

How to create new Apple Notes quickly on iPad with Apple Pencil

If you've ever wanted to create a new note in the Apple Notes app almost instantly, your iPad can do that — with the help of an Apple Pencil. Here's how.

Charles Martin 1 year ago 1

How to banish annoyances in Safari with Distraction Control on Mac

Constant distractions on your Mac can derail productivity, but Apple's Distraction Control tool provide an easy way to stay focused and in control. Here's where to find it.

Andrew Orr 1 year ago 6

Apple Pencil buyer's guide — which of the four models works with your iPad?

Apple now has four Apple Pencil models, and compatibility varies greatly. Here's which Apple Pencils are compatible with which iPads, updated to include the 2025 iPad and iPad Air.

Amber Neely 1 year ago 8

Ultimate guide on how to use an external SSD as a working drive on macOS Sequoia

It is easily possible to double the cost of a new M4 Mac mini by buying Apple storage — but if you know what you're doing, you can buy external drives, and save hundreds of dollars by working off those. Here's how.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 17

How to create reminders in Calendar in iOS 18

A significant enhancement in the iOS 18 Calendar app is its integration with Reminders, allowing you to manage everything in one app. Here's how to get started.

Andrew Orr 1 year ago 6

What SOS on an iPhone means, and how it impacts what you can do

An iPhone showing "SOS" isn't a cry for help, but it does mean you're having connection issues. This is what the three letters really mean.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 2

How to use Clean Up in iOS 18 Photos to remove distractions

Apple's new Clean Up tool is a great use of Apple Intelligence that can enhance your photos without excessive editing. Here's how it works.

Andrew O'Hara 1 year ago 9

Apple's 2TB M4 Mac mini is $100 off & in stock

Inventory constraints have been impacting M4 Mac mini ship times, with some configurations expected to deliver as late as March. But this Late 2024 M4 spec with an upgrade to an ample 2TB of storage is $100 off and in stock with free expedited shipping.

Christine McKee 1 year ago 10

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