How-Tos

How to check your warranty on iPhone, iPad, or Mac

6 days ago

How to check your warranty on iPhone, iPad, or Mac

If you need a repair for your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, it is best to find out if a warranty covers you before seeking a fix. Here's how to find out if your devices are still covered.

By Malcolm Owen | 6 days ago

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What to do when you forgot your Apple ID password

1 week ago

What to do when you forgot your Apple ID password

Apple gives you many different ways to recover a lost Apple ID password, but they do get increasingly complicated. Here's what you can and must do if you forget, plus if your iPhone or other device is lost too.

By William Gallagher | 1 week ago

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How to delete all photos from iPhone

1 week ago

How to delete all photos from iPhone

Whether you are switching photo services or just want to start over, this is how to delete all photos from your iPhone.

By Wesley Hilliard | 1 week ago

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How to use Messages to share your screen in macOS

1 week ago

How to use Messages to share your screen in macOS

If you need to quickly offer help to another Mac user you know, there's no quicker way to remotely provide assistance than via Apple's own Messages. Here's how to take control of another person's Mac on their behalf, and how to allow others to do the same to your desktop.

By Malcolm Owen | 1 week ago

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How to type emoji on Mac

1 week ago

How to type emoji on Mac

If you've ever wanted an easy way to add an emoji to a message, email, or comment section, here's how to type emoji in nearly any text field from your Mac — no Touch Bar required.

By Amber Neely | 1 week ago

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Flashlight on iPhone - everything you need to know

1 week ago

Flashlight on iPhone - everything you need to know

It's just the light on the back of your iPhone, yet that flashlight is remarkably flexible — and there are so many ways to turn it on or off quickly.

By William Gallagher | 1 week ago

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How to make an iPhone a wireless hotspot

1 week ago

How to make an iPhone a wireless hotspot

Whether you're traveling or experiencing a temporary internet outage, your iPhone can allow your other devices to connect to the internet. Here's how you can set up and connect to a personal hotspot on your iPhone.

By Amber Neely | 1 week ago

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How to merge contacts on iPhone or iPad

1 week ago

How to merge contacts on iPhone or iPad

You may find that you wind up with duplicate contacts on your iPhone from time to time, especially if you've owned multiple Apple devices for a while. Here's how you can merge existing contacts into a single entry.

By Amber Neely | 1 week ago

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What are iPad wallpaper dimensions?

1 week ago

What are iPad wallpaper dimensions?

All iPads are not created equal, and resolutions can vary. Here's a list of resolutions to help you make pixel-perfect wallpapers for your iPad, iPad mini, iPad Air, or iPad Pro.

By Amber Neely | 1 week ago

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What are iPhone wallpaper dimensions?

1 week ago

What are iPhone wallpaper dimensions?

As Apple releases new iPhones each year, it becomes harder to find appropriately-sized wallpapers to go with them. Here's a list of iPhone wallpaper dimensions from the iPhone 6 up through the iPhone 12 line.

By Amber Neely | 1 week ago

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How to switch from PC to Mac, and what you need to know

1 week ago

How to switch from PC to Mac, and what you need to know

If you're a long-time Windows user, jumping over to macOS may seem to need a lot of effort, but it's a lot easier than it appears at first glance. Here's what you need to know about switching over from PC to Mac.

By Malcolm Owen | 1 week ago

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How to provide remote Mac tech support using Google Chrome Remote Desktop

2 weeks ago

How to provide remote Mac tech support using Google Chrome Remote Desktop

If members of your family are finally moving over to a Mac, you're going to get called for technical assistance. Here's how to access the new Mac from across the town, country, or world by taking advantage of Google Chrome Remote Desktop.

By Malcolm Owen | 2 weeks ago

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How to set parental controls on iPhone or iPad

2 weeks ago

How to set parental controls on iPhone or iPad

As iPhones and iPads become more ubiquitous in children's hands, setting up parental controls on the devices properly and completely is more critical than ever. Here are ways to set up those controls, including ways to block content, set time limits, and prevent expensive in-app purchases.

By Amber Neely | 2 weeks ago

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How to clear search history on Safari on iPhone or Mac

2 weeks ago

How to clear search history on Safari on iPhone or Mac

You can remove your entire Safari browsing history, just yesterday's, or if you know exactly where to look, even one single item, too. Here's what you can do, where you can do it, and how.

By William Gallagher | 2 weeks ago

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How to do a factory reset on iPhone

2 weeks ago

How to do a factory reset on iPhone

When you need to sell your iPhone, or fix persistent problems, resetting it to the state it was when it came from the factory, can help. Here's how to do it — and what you should do first.

By William Gallagher | 2 weeks ago

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How to change the ringtone on iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

2 weeks ago

How to change the ringtone on iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

Apple has a good selection of ringtones for the iPhone, but even they can get old. Here's how to change your ringtone with either one you've bought from Apple or made for yourself, as well as how to set specific ringtones for individual contacts.

By Amber Neely | 2 weeks ago

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How to get a refund from the App Store on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch

2 weeks ago

How to get a refund from the App Store on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch

Whether you accidentally purchased the wrong season of your favorite show or wound up buying an app that was a dud, here's how to request a refund directly from Apple.

By Amber Neely | 2 weeks ago

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How to scan QR codes on iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

2 weeks ago

How to scan QR codes on iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

With contactless interactions more common than ever, there is more of a need to read a QR code than ever. Here's how to read QR codes using your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.

By Amber Neely | 2 weeks ago

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How to change iPhone lock screen password, and why

2 weeks ago

How to change iPhone lock screen password, and why

Your face makes for a very good security check, but your passcode remains a weak spot. Here's how to change it to keep your iPhone data safe by changing your lock screen passcode.

By William Gallagher | 2 weeks ago

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How to make text bigger on iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

2 weeks ago

How to make text bigger on iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

If you're having a hard time reading the text on your iPhone, here's how to make the text on your screen larger in just a few simple steps.

By Amber Neely | 2 weeks ago

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How to set do not disturb on HomePod or HomePod mini Intercom

2 weeks ago

How to set do not disturb on HomePod or HomePod mini Intercom

There is no strict Do Not Disturb on HomePod or HomePod mini, and as great as it is, sometimes the Intercom feature makes you wish there were. Here's how to temporarily stop those messages coming through when you don't want them.

By William Gallagher | 2 weeks ago

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