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How to Print From an iPhone or iPad

Printing from your iPhone or iPad is effortless, provided you have the right printer for the job. If your printer is giving you grief, there are a few workarounds you can use to print directly from your Apple smartphone or ta…

5 Signs You Need to Upgrade Your Smartphone

A new shiny model of your current smartphone might debut every year, but just because a better model is out doesn’t mean you need it. When it comes to actually needing a new smartphone, only a few factors really matter….

Should You Use Apple Trade In For Your Old Devices?

Apple Trade In lets you swap old devices for money off new ones simply by taking them to an Apple Store or applying online. It’s one of the quickest ways of turning unwanted gadgets into cash but that doesn’t mean it’s the be…

How to Schedule Text Messages on iPhone

Sometimes it’s best to create a text message while you’re thinking of it. But what if you don’t want to actually send it until later? Here, we’ll show you how to send a scheduled text message on iPhone at whatever time you pr…

iPhone Error 4013: What Causes It and 8 Fixes

iPhone error 4013 can ruin your whole day by preventing you from restoring your device. The cause could be down to a range of problems, from the device itself to your charging cable, computer, or a software fault. Here are so…

AirPlay Not Working? Here’s How to Fix It

AirPlay lets you wirelessly stream video, audio, or your screen from an iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Windows device running iTunes to an AirPlay receiver like an Apple TV, Mac, or smart TV. Sometimes, things don’t “just work” like t…

4 Reasons to Get 16GB of RAM in Your iPad Pro

Apple Silicon iPad Pros offer the choice of 8GB or 16GB of RAM with a cost difference of at least $400. Are there any good reasons for a tablet to have that much RAM? Well, there’s enough to write a whole list!…

How to Fix the “iPhone Unavailable” Screen

You’ve pulled your iPhone out of your pocket only to be greeted with an error that says “iPhone unavailable” with seemingly no solution. So why does this “unavailable” lock screen appear, how do you fix it, and how can you av…

How to Use Stage Manager on iPad

Stage Manager is Apple’s multitasking feature introduced with iPadOS 16. It lets you use several apps at one time and group apps for specific tasks. To help you get started multitasking, here’s everything you need to know abo…

How Long Can You Keep Using an iPhone?

Gone are the days of meaningful yearly smartphone upgrades, a change that’s better for the planet and your wallet. Instead, the burning question has become one of longevity: how long can you keep your iPhone going before it’s…

How to Allow Pop-Ups on iPhone

Are pop-up windows not working on your iPhone? No worries—there’s an easy fix. Keep reading to learn how to allow websites to launch pop-up windows in Safari, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox.

Why Do My AirPods Keep Disconnecting? 8 Quick Fixes

Do your AirPods keep disconnecting from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac? If so, there are several simple fixes you can try such as charging your AirPods to full battery or switching up some settings. We’ll show you how to get your …

How to Turn Off the Keyboard Sound on Any Device

Does the sound you hear when you press a key on your screen’s keyboard sound like nails on a chalkboard to you? If so, you can turn the keyboard sound off on your iPhone and iPad, as well as your Windows and Android devices. …

How to Silence Notifications on iPhone

Do you feel bombarded by iPhone notifications? If so, there’s a simple way to silence all of your notifications. Or, you can pick and choose the notifications you want to see and those you want to ignore. Keep reading to lea…
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