How to use CarPlay's handy new features in iOS 18

In the new iOS 18, Apple CarPlay gets extra accessibility options, plus little new touches that while small, are particularly welcome. Here's how to use them.

William Gallagher 1 year ago 18

How to use Reference Mode on the iPad Pro

Reference Mode enhances colors and metadata, making it ideal for use in professional workflows. Here's how to use it on your iPad Pro.

Chip Loder 1 year ago 2

How to brainstorm and mind-map in Freeform

Apple's included Freeform app is a versatile tool for note-taking, doodles, collaborative planning, and much more. Here's how to use it as a mind-mapping tool for visualizing plans, projects, and ideas on your Mac, iPhone, and iPad.

Charles Martin 1 year ago 0

How to perfect your home screen with iPadOS 18 customization options

Apple has made it easier to customize and arrange your iPad home screen, with iPadOS 18 letting you rearrange icons and even tint them. Here's how to do it.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 2

How to schedule messages in iOS 18 using 'Send Later'

Apple's latest iOS 18 update brings many new features, including scheduling messages. Here's how to use 'Send Later.'

Andrew Orr 1 year ago 4

How to take a full-page screenshot on iPhone

It's surprisingly simple to capture a long web page in a single screenshot on your iPhone or iPad, and edit it to hold just the information you want.

Charles Martin 1 year ago 15

New Settings in iOS 18 will take some getting used to

The Settings app in iOS 18 has gone through some big changes, but once you get used to them, it'll be easier to manage your iPhone.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 6

How to adjust the flashlight's focus and beam shape in iOS 18

Apple's iOS 18 update provides more control over how the flashlight functions on an iPhone, Here's how to adjust how it produces and focuses light.

Malcolm Owen 1 year ago 4

How to optimize your MacBook battery life

Features in your MacBook Pro and MacBook Air, along with good user practices, can help optimize your battery's lifespan and health - whether you leave it plugged in all the time or not.

Charles Martin 1 year ago 1

How to extract audio from video on Mac with built-in tools

Whether you need the soundtrack for a project or want to enjoy music without visuals, extracting audio from video on a Mac is easy with built-in tools.

Andrew Orr 2 years ago 2

How to use Reader Mode in Safari on iPad

Whether it be ads or shoddy formatting, some web pages might not be that easy to decipher. Thankfully, there is a solution built right into Safari on your iPad.

Bon Adamson 2 years ago 1

How to connect just about any vintage Mac to a modern monitor

HDMI is the de facto standard for connecting a monitor to a Mac and has been for many years, but there are many older Macs out there that can't be easily connected to that modern connector. Here's how to connect your vintage Mac to your new monitor.

Chip Loder 2 years ago 13

How to manage, edit, and store PDFs on an iPad

Managing PDFs on an iPad can be a game-changer for productivity, but without the right tools and apps, it can become frustrating. To make the most of your iPad's capabilities, it's important to use the best apps for the job.

Andrew Orr 2 years ago 3

How to fill out and sign PDF forms on iPhone and iPad

Sometimes you need to sign or fill out PDF forms while you're away from your Mac. Here's how to get that paperwork done on your iPhone or iPad.

Charles Martin 2 years ago 1

How to answer and end phone and FaceTime calls using Siri

In addition to initiating phone calls, you can use Siri to answer incoming phone and FaceTime calls. When the call is over, you can also use Siri to end the call as well — with an important caveat.

Charles Martin 2 years ago 0

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