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Jeff Butts
Jeff Butts is a seasoned tech aficionado with deep roots in the Apple ecosystem. Starting his journey in the early 1980s by experimenting with hardware, Jeff has always been driven by a desire to get the most out of technological devices. His expertise has led him to prominent roles in the industry, including a nearly three-year stint as a Reporter at AppAdvice and an impressive seven-year tenure as a Writer/Editor for Byrnes Publishing, LLC. More recently, Jeff lent his technical insights to HotHardware, Inc. as a Tech Editor. With his extensive experience and unwavering commitment to providing valuable content, Jeff continues to be a trusted voice for readers keen on Apple products and innovations.
Articles by Jeff Butts
macOS: Getting Rid of the Windows EFI Boot Entry
When you delete a Windows partition, but don’t use Boot Camp Assistant to remove the installation, something pesky gets left behind. In this Quick Tip, Jeff Butts shows how to delete the leftover EFI Boot entry from when you dual-booted between macOS and Windows.
Apple AirPower: ‘One More Thing’ for iPhone 12 Event
In 2019, we were disappointed by the Apple AirPower being canceled. There’s a chance, though, that the wireless charging pad is coming soon.
How to Use the New iOS 14 Precise Location Feature
We knew Apple was taking privacy seriously in iOS 14. The new iOS 14 Precise Location toggle helps protect your location privacy, too.
How to Use Numbers on iCloud
If you think your only options for beautiful spreadsheets is Excel, Jeff Butts has an excellent overview of how to use Numbers on iCloud
How to Use Pages on iCloud
If you’ve wondered how to use Pages on iCloud, Jeff Butts of The Mac Observer has done a deep dive to help you from start to finish.
Set an Alarm In the Revamped iOS 14 Clock App
An annoyance in how you set an alarm in the Clock app has been fixed. The rotating dial is gone, but the feature still isn’t perfect.
Encrypting Email With iOS 14 Mail - A How-To
One of the most frustrating tasks for iPhone and iPad users is figuring out how to get it to play nicely with encrypted email with iOS Mail. Jeff Butts decided to brave the frustration, scoured the Internet for tips, and developed a method that should solve your woes.
MacOS: Using Email Encryption in Apple's Mail
You’ve heard how easy it is to send and receive encrypted emails using Apple Mail. This is pretty important to set up, if you send sensitive data through email. In this article, Jeff Butts walks you through that configuration from beginning to end.
Cleaning the Nano-Texture Glass on Your New iMac
If you’ve bought a 27-inch iMac with the nano-texture glass, you might wonder how to clean it. It’s simple, really, as Jeff Butts points out.
Vaja Grip Case for iPhone Brings Classy Protection
If you’re the type of person who wants to protect your iPhone while also keeping its elegant appearance, the Vaja Grip Case for iPhone has you covered.
Digital Security Is Simplified With Clario for iOS
If you’re not worried about digital security, you should be. Clario, one of the simplest solutions to identity theft, might be just for you..
American Airlines Gives Apple TV+ For Free
American Airlines gives Apple TV+ free on its flights now, a great option if you’re traveling and want to enjoy Cupertino’s original shows.
iOS 14 Apple Translate Bridges the Language Barrier
Within iOS 14, Apple Translate is a highly useful app for anybody who needs to talk or text in a language they don’t speak well or at all.
The Top New Features in iOS 14, You'll Love 'Em
With the new version of iOS, you’ll get a lot of improved functionality. Here are the top new features in iOS 14 that we’re sure you’ll love.
Which Apps Spy on the iOS Clipboard?
There are a few apps that spy on the iOS clipboard. Thankfully, some of the most popular ones are updating their apps to stop doing that.
Clario Makes Digital Security Easy
Digital security is crucial, but often confusing. Clario has just launched a new product that solves that problem without compromise.
Commercial Hackintosh Gone Before the Lawyers Can Stop Drooling
A new commercial Hackintosh has come and gone in not much longer than it would have taken the Bitcoin to buy it to clear. The OpenCore Computer Velociraptor appears to have gone extinct before it was ever really born.
iOS 14 Accessibility Listens Out For Your Safety
If you have hearing problems, this new iOS 14 accessibility feature, Sound Monitoring, can alert you to important noises.
Record Your Interaction With Police Using a Shortcut
The fear of police brutality is growing at a fever pitch. Jeff Butts shows how your iPhone can record your interaction with police.
WWDC 2020: Rosetta 2 on Apple Silicon Macs and Virtualization
At WWDC 2020, we learned about Rosetta 2 on Apple Silicon Macs, as well as great new virtualization features for gamers and developers.
WWDC 2020: Siri in iOS 14 Updates Privacy and We Get a Translate App
Siri in iOS 14 brings much-needed privacy improvements, and a new Translate app. Jeff Butts outlines the personal assistant’s new features.
Get Around Those YouTube Ads With a Simple Hack
If you’re one of those folks who looks for ways to get around those YouTube ads, you’ll be interested in this simple hack posted on Reddit.
Former AAPL Exec Joanna Hoffman Speaks about Anger On Facebook
Is the rise of anger on Facebook something the social media giant encourages? Former AAPL exec Joanna Hoffman is afraid it might be.
