How to set up a backup plan for your Mac, iPhone, and iPad for your New Year's resolution Don't get caught out with lost data on your iPhone, or a Mac that won't start up. Make a plan to backup all of your documents and apps, then make sure you do — and test — that backup. William Gallagher 5 years ago 0
Don't risk your Mac or iPhone's data using beta software It's very good of you to risk your work so that Apple can find out some major bugs in its software, but you won't get thanked, and you may end up with a nonfunctional iPhone or Mac. William Gallagher 5 years ago 6
How to factory reset a MacBook Pro, and when to do it When you're preparing a MacBook Pro to sell, these are the steps you need to take to put the machine ready for a new user — and making sure all your personal and account details are removed. William Gallagher 6 years ago 13
How to back up your Apple Watch The more independent Apple makes the Apple Watch, with apps and more storage for music or podcasts, the more you need to think about backing up your data. William Gallagher 6 years ago 14
Backblaze updates Cloud Backup 7.0 with macOS Catalina support Backblaze has updated its Cloud Backup software to version 7.0, enabling the online backup service to work with macOS 10.15 Catalina, as well as adding often-requested features including an extended version history and making uploads of large files more efficient. Malcolm Owen 6 years ago 4
You need a backup plan before you move to macOS Catalina You need a backup plan, and it's prudent to implement one before a major update like macOS Catalina. Here's how and when to choose between Apple's Time Machine and third-party options including online backup services. William Gallagher 6 years ago 41
How to prepare for macOS Catalina by organizing your iTunes library You've got years upon years of music, film and TV clogging up your library and you're not really sure where it all is. Take some time now to let your Mac sort out your iTunes library before you move to macOS Catalina. William Gallagher 7 years ago 28
How to back up your Mac, and why you should do it now If you needed one more nudge, Apple has just made it slightly harder to recover lost data from the new MacBook Pro models. Don't rely on Apple to rescue you if you haven't backed up your Mac. AppleInsider talks about how to get this done, with options beyond Time Machine. William Gallagher 7 years ago 32
NAS roundup: Best network attached storage options for Mac, iPhone, and iPad users A Network Attached Storage device can provide shared storage, a Time Machine backup target, and additional useful features for Mac, iPhone, and iPad users on a local area network — and beyond. Here are the best Apple-friendly NAS units to meet and exceed the now discontinued Time Capsule's features. AppleInsider Staff 8 years ago 82
How to backup and wipe your old iPhone or iPad before selling it or passing it on While those who receive iPhones and iPads this holiday season may be quick to set up their shiny new device, not everyone puts as much thought into preparing their old hardware for sale or regifting. AppleInsider details how to back up your data from the old hardware, as well as wiping it ready for its new owner. Malcolm Owen 8 years ago 2
Roundup: Here are the best iCloud alternatives for backing up your Mac With Code42 discontinuing its CrashPlan for Home service, finding the right backup solution with reliable protection is key. We're rounding up the best alternatives to Apple's iCloud service to help keep your data safe and secure. Christine McKee 8 years ago 0
How to securely back up your iPhone or iPad to iCloud or iTunes It was probably prudent to make a backup of all of your iPhone's data before the shift to APFS with iOS 10.3 was applied, but fortunately it all went okay — but what if it hadn't? In celebration of Backup Day, AppleInsider shows you how to back up your iPhone or iPad. Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 17
New version of Carbon Copy Cloner fully Sierra compatible, backs up your Mac like it always has The new version of long and storied app Carbon Copy Cloner adds full macOS Sierra support, plus implements features aimed to make using it easier and faster for everybody to use — AppleInsider delves into the latest version. Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 41
Bulletproof backups for your Mac Whether a generous holiday gift has made you a new Mac owner or you've been option-clicking since MacPaint was new, take advantage of the new year to implement a sound backup strategy that ensures the safety of your important data. Shane Cole 12 years ago 66
High-quality MacBook Air SuperDrive photos, notes on Remote Disc As was first reported by AppleInsider last February, Apple's new MacBook Air lacks a built-in optical disc drive, meaning users will need to perform backups and software installs using two new wireless solutions or with the help of the company's new MacBook Air external Super Drive. Katie Marsal 18 years ago 55
Apple announces Time Capsule backup appliance As one of its first orders of business at the Macworld Expo on Tuesday, Apple introduced Time Capsule, a backup appliance that automatically and wirelessly backs up everything on one or more Macs running Leopard, the latest release of the company's Mac OS X operating system that includes the Time Machine automatic backup software. AppleInsider Staff 18 years ago 55
