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 run ChatGPT-style AI on your Mac without paying a dime

OpenAI's newest gpt-oss-20b model lets your Mac run ChatGPT-style AI with no subscription, no internet, and no strings attached. Here's how to get started.

Andrew Orr 9 months ago 6

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 the new Apple Invites app works, and when you want to use it

While the new Apple Invites app and service sounds easy to use, it joins together so many Apple Services that it takes several steps — and can confuse your invitees. Here's how to use it.

William Gallagher 10 months ago 25

How to add vocals & voiceovers with Voice Memos layered recording

Musicians, podcasters, and storytellers can now layer vocals and narration over any recording using Voice Memos and iPhone 16 Pro or iPhone 16 Pro Max.

Andrew Orr 10 months ago 0

Wallpaper Engine doesn't exist on Mac, but there are alternatives

There is a spectacular tool to customize your desktop on Windows called Wallpaper Engine. It doesn't run on Mac, but there are three excellent alternatives that we've tried and like.

Malcolm Owen 10 months ago 1

How to send fireworks, balloons, hearts, and other flair in iMessage

Give your text and emoji-based messages a bit of life, by sending special effects to others in the iMessage conversation.

Malcolm Owen 11 months ago 0

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

Inside Photos — managing images and videos on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac

Apple's Photos holds every image you make with your phone. Here's everything you need to know to get started using the Photos app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.

Malcolm Owen 11 months ago 2

How to use Siri to get answers from ChatGPT

Apple Intelligence can make calls to ChatGPT, so you can use Siri to get AI answers from OpenAI's service. Here's how.

Chip Loder 11 months ago 6

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 install MAME on your Apple Silicon Mac

MAME is the Multi Arcade Machine Emulator for playing classic games. Here's how to get it up and running on your Apple Silicon Mac.

Chip Loder 11 months ago 7

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