Text expansion is kind of an overlooked feature of iOS and macOS but it can save you a lot of time if you type repetitive things a lot.
iOS: How to Easily Manage SMS Two-Factor Authentication Codes
Andrew came up with a solution to make managing SMS two-factor authentication a bit easier. This method cleans up your conversation list.
iPadOS: Merge All Windows and Other Long Press Tips
Safari on iOS and iPadOS has a lot of hidden shortcuts. One useful shortcut is the ability to merge all windows.
macOS: How to Display All Previously Installed Security Updates
macOS maintains a listing of all software updates. That list contains a list of all previously applied security updates. John shows how to display those entries.
How to Add an Apple Gift Card to Wallet in iOS 13
If you got an Apple Store gift card for Christmas you can easily add it to your Wallet, so you can just use your phone to make a purchase.
How to Sign Up For Disney+ and Bill to Your Apple ID
The nominal way to sign up for Disney+ is to go to disneyplus.com and create an account. But it’s also possible to sign up from within the tvOS or iOS app and bill the subscription to your Apple ID. John explains how to do it—and the advantages.
End a Call with the iPhone's Power Button and Other Hardware Button Tricks
The iPhone’s hardware keys may seem like one of the more uninteresting parts of it, but they can perform useful extra functions.
5 of My Favorite Apps and Games of 2019
Andrew compiled a list of his favorite apps and games he used in 2019: Stardew Valley, Chronicle, Paprika 3, Jumbo, and Lockdown.
iOS 13: How to Delete Installed Apps From Your Device
You can delete installed apps by long pressing the app icon and tapping Delete. But there’s an alternative way in the App Store.
How to Move Your Data to Your New Mac
If you got a new Mac for Christmas there are various ways to get all your data over to your new device so you have everything you need.
macOS Catalina: How to Make the Cursor Bigger
Apple’s operating systems have a lot of accessibility settings, and one of them is a way to make the cursor bigger on macOS.
Getting Started With Your New Apple Presents
Apple devices are popular gifts, and you or a friend or family member probably got one for the holidays. Here’s what do do with them.
How to Send a Last Minute Gift Through the iOS App Store
Got an unexpected guest coming to Christmas dinner? Don’t panic – you can send last-minute gifts through the iOS App Store.
When to Order by to Make Sure You Get Your Apple Holiday Gifts
Deadlines to order holiday gifts from Apple are fast approaching in both the U.S. and the UK – don’t miss out on getting the items you want!
Optimize Your iPhone Battery Charging in iOS 13
Your iPhone has an often overlooked setting through which it optimizes charging in order to prevent the battery aging unnecessarily.
iOS 13.3: How to Remove Memoji Stickers From the Keyboard
iOS 13 brought Memoji stickers that lived on your keyboard. And now iOS 13.3 lets you remove Memoji stickers.
iOS 13.3: How to Set Screen Time Communication Limits
Apple released iOS 13.3 yesterday, and it brought something called Screen Time Communication Limits. Andrew explains what this feature is.
5 Gifts for Everyone in our 2019 Holiday Gift Guide
The holidays are here! That means hot cocoa, candy canes, cookies, and presents. The Mac Observer presents to you our 2019 holiday gift guide.
The Fastest Way to Insert Links in WordPress Articles
WordPress powers 35% of the web, including The Mac Observer. We’ve learned tips and tricks like a fast way to insert links in WordPress.
How to Scan Documents Direct to Mail in iOS 13
iOS 13 has a tool which allows users to scan documents directly within the Mail app, and send the document as an attachement.
