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What Is Better Than Mac Disk Utility? | Full Guide
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What Is Better Than Mac Disk Utility? | Full Guide

Nick deCourville · September 7, 2023

Need to know what app is better than Mac Disk Utility? Take a look at our guide for some alternatives to Apple’s native disk repair software.

Do Old Macs Still Get Security Updates? What You Should Know
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Do Old Macs Still Get Security Updates? What You Should Know

Nick deCourville · September 6, 2023

Need to know if old macs still get security updates? An important question for those using an older machine, read on to learn more.

How to Fix Visual Lookup Not Working on iPhone | Quick Guide
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How to Fix Visual Lookup Not Working on iPhone | Quick Guide

Darryl Dsouza · September 6, 2023

Fix Visual Look Up not working on your iPhone and iPad and identify objects like animals, plants. from your photos and learn more about them.

Do Older Macs Need Antivirus? What You Should Know
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Do Older Macs Need Antivirus? What You Should Know

Nick deCourville · September 5, 2023

Protecting your machine is a top priority, even if is an older Mac. While there are protections in place, good antivirus software is critical.

How To Use Interactive Widgets on Your iPhone and iPad
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How To Use Interactive Widgets on Your iPhone and iPad

Tom Victor · September 5, 2023

Learn how to add, customize, and utilize interactive widgets for enhanced efficiency and engagement on iPhones and iPads.

Repair Your Mac Disk with Disk Utility | Quick Guide
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Repair Your Mac Disk with Disk Utility | Quick Guide

Arnold Zafra · September 5, 2023

Mac’s Disk Utility is a useful tool that every owner should know about. Here’s a concise guide on using Disk Utility.

How to Fix FaceTime Portrait Mode Not Working on iPhone
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How to Fix FaceTime Portrait Mode Not Working on iPhone

Arkaneel Khan · September 5, 2023

Fix Portrait Mode not working on FaceTime issue. Learn some simple DIY steps to fix the issue yourself or contact proper support.

Fixed: iPhone Hotspot Keeps Turning On Automatically
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Fixed: iPhone Hotspot Keeps Turning On Automatically

Tom Victor · September 1, 2023

Discover the reasons behind your iPhone’s hotspot turning on automatically and delve into settings that can save your data usage.

How To Turn off Focus Mode on iPhone
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How To Turn off Focus Mode on iPhone

Mahit Huigol · August 31, 2023

Turn off Focus Mode in an instant. Learn how to delete custom Focus Mode and much more.

How to Easily Disable Smooth Scrolling on Safari for Mac
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How to Easily Disable Smooth Scrolling on Safari for Mac

Mahit Huigol · August 31, 2023

Smooth scrolling can sometimes be very annoying. It makes it difficult to focus and there is no option on Safari to turn it off.

How to Change and Customize iPhone Charging Sound
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How to Change and Customize iPhone Charging Sound

Mahit Huigol · August 31, 2023

Bored of the regular iPhone charging sound? Here’s how you can change and customize iPhone charging chime.

What To Do if Group Message Replies Individually on iPhone
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What To Do if Group Message Replies Individually on iPhone

Nick deCourville · August 30, 2023

Having an issue where group messages are replying individually on your iPhone? While likely annoying, the solution is simple.

How to Send HD Photos Without Losing Quality on WhatsApp for iPhone?
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How to Send HD Photos Without Losing Quality on WhatsApp for iPhone?

Mahit Huigol · August 30, 2023

WhatsApp is notorious for compressing photos. Learn how to send WhatsApp HD photos without losing quality.

What to Do If Your iPhone Won’t Backup to iCloud
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What to Do If Your iPhone Won't Backup to iCloud

Arnold Zafra · August 30, 2023

If your iPhone won’t backup to iCloud, read along to learn how to troubleshoot the issue and make iCloud backup work properly again.

iPhone Phone App Not Working? Your Ultimate Guide
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iPhone Phone App Not Working? Your Ultimate Guide

Nick deCourville · August 29, 2023

Having issues with your iPhone Phone app not working? It’s likely just a minor issue, and the fix is super easy.

9 Effective Ways To Fix Wi-Fi Grayed Out on iPad
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9 Effective Ways To Fix Wi-Fi Grayed Out on iPad

Darryl Dsouza · August 29, 2023

In this guide, we’ll help you resolve the Wi-Fi is grayed out error on iPad so that you can connect to the internet without any issues.

How to Use Separate Focus Modes on iPhone and Apple Watch
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How to Use Separate Focus Modes on iPhone and Apple Watch

Arnold Zafra · August 29, 2023

Focus Mode is a useful feature on Apple devices but you should also know how to use different Focus on your Apple Watch and iPhone.

How To Use the Updated Text Magnification Tool in iOS 17
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How To Use the Updated Text Magnification Tool in iOS 17

Nick deCourville · August 28, 2023

Did you know that iOS 17 brings updates to the magnification tool? I’ll show you how to use it and what the new benefits include.

How to Fix StandBy Not Working on iPhone | Quick Guide
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How to Fix StandBy Not Working on iPhone | Quick Guide

Darryl Dsouza · August 28, 2023

Fix StandBy mode not working on your iPhone and transform your device into a mini smart display to view time, widgets, notifications, etc.

Quick Fix: No Video Sound in VLC App on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
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Quick Fix: No Video Sound in VLC App on iPhone, iPad, and Mac

Jeff Butts · August 25, 2023

Troubleshoot no sound in VLC on iPhone, iPad, & Mac with our comprehensive guide. From volume checks to app updates, we’ve got you covered.

How To Fix Shared Albums Not Showing Up or Working On iPhone
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How To Fix Shared Albums Not Showing Up or Working On iPhone

Arkaneel Khan · August 25, 2023

Learn why the iCloud Shared Album issues occur. List of easy fixes for Shared Album not appearing and invite link not working issues.

How To Fix ‘Could Not Complete AirTag Setup’ Error Message
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How To Fix ‘Could Not Complete AirTag Setup’ Error Message

Tom Victor · August 25, 2023

Troubleshooting ‘Could Not Complete AirTag Setup’ error, effective fixes, and step-by-step guide for setting up AirTag on iPhone.

How to Fix Apps Not Showing Up on Apple Watch in 5 Steps
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How to Fix Apps Not Showing Up on Apple Watch in 5 Steps

Nick deCourville · August 24, 2023

Apps not showing up on your Apple Watch? We’ve got several solutions that all involve just a few quick steps.

6 Easy Ways to Fix Contact Poster Not Working on iPhone in iOS 17
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6 Easy Ways to Fix Contact Poster Not Working on iPhone in iOS 17

Darryl Dsouza · August 24, 2023

In this guide, we’ve mentioned the troubleshooting steps to help you fix Contact Poster not working on your iPhone running on iOS 17.

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