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How to Transfer Photos from iCloud to Google Photos
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How to Transfer Photos from iCloud to Google Photos

Arnold Zafra · March 30, 2023

Moving photos from one service to another can be a tedious task. But Apple made it easier to transfer photos from iCloud to Google Photos.

How to Unlock Your MacBook Without Your Password or Apple ID
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How to Unlock Your MacBook Without Your Password or Apple ID

Arnold Zafra · March 30, 2023

If you forgot your password, you can unlock your MacBook without it or even your Apple ID. Arnold Zafra takes you through the steps to do so.

How To Fix When Your iPhone Personal Hotspot is Not Working
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How To Fix When Your iPhone Personal Hotspot is Not Working

Arnold Zafra · March 29, 2023

For those who are unable to use iPhone tethering, here are some tips to resolve issues with your iPhone personal hotspot not working.

What Is CCXProcess and Why Is It Using So Much of My Mac’s CPU?
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What Is CCXProcess and Why Is It Using So Much of My Mac's CPU?

Jeff Butts · March 29, 2023

Find out what CCXProcess is all about, and discover two effective ways to stop it from using so much CPU on your Mac.

How To Get ChatGPT on Your Mac Menu Bar
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How To Get ChatGPT on Your Mac Menu Bar

Mahit Huigol · March 29, 2023

Download and install ChatGPT on Mac menubar. Follow the steps to get ChatGPT on any MacBook in simple easy steps.

How to Fix ‘Cannot Download Photo from iCloud’ iPhone Error
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How to Fix 'Cannot Download Photo from iCloud' iPhone Error

Arnold Zafra · March 29, 2023

Here are some troubleshooting tips to fix the “cannot download photo from iCloud” on your iPhone if it appears on your device.

How to Enable Voice Isolation on iPhone Cellular Calls
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How to Enable Voice Isolation on iPhone Cellular Calls

Arnold Zafra · March 28, 2023

Beginning with iOS 16.4, Apple has enabled Voice Isolation on iPhone cellular calls. Here’s how to enable the feature on a phone call.

How to Fix WhatsApp Notifications Not Showing on iPhone
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How to Fix WhatsApp Notifications Not Showing on iPhone

Arnold Zafra · March 28, 2023

Follow the troubleshooting tips on this quick guide to resolve the issue of WhatsApp notifications not appearing on iPhone.

How to Fix ‘This Accessory May Not Be Supported’ on iPhone
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How to Fix 'This Accessory May Not Be Supported' on iPhone

Arnold Zafra · March 28, 2023

If the error message saying “This accessory may not be supported” appears on your iPhone, follow these troubleshooting tips to resolve it.

How to Set Up and Install Git on a Mac
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How to Set Up and Install Git on a Mac

Jeff Butts · March 27, 2023

Check out three quick ways to install and set up Git on your Mac, from using the GitHub Desktop app to your Terminal.

How To Set Up OpenVPN Server and Client on macOS
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How To Set Up OpenVPN Server and Client on macOS

Jeff Butts · March 27, 2023

Wondering how to set up OpenVPN server and client on macOS? Jeff Butts will show everything there is to know about this.

How to Remove Icons of Recently Used Apps From the Mac Dock
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How to Remove Icons of Recently Used Apps From the Mac Dock

Arnold Zafra · March 27, 2023

If you want to remove the recently used app icons from your Mac’s Dock, follow these simple steps to remove them all or manually, one by one.

How to Use ChatGPT on Apple Watch
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How to Use ChatGPT on Apple Watch

Mahit Huigol · March 24, 2023

ChatGPT is now available on your Apple Watch. Download Petey app from app store to use ChatGPT on your Apple Watch.

How to Fix ‘Messages in iCloud Not Available’ Error
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How to Fix 'Messages in iCloud Not Available' Error

Arnold Zafra · March 24, 2023

Here are troubleshooting tips that you can follow to resolve the error message, “Messages in iCloud not available.”

Mac Alternatives to Rufus for Creating Bootable USB Drives
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Mac Alternatives to Rufus for Creating Bootable USB Drives

Nick deCourville · March 23, 2023

For those looking for a Mac Alternative to Rufus for Windows, here’s some apps that can help you make your own bootable USB.

How to AirPlay to Your HomePod Without an Internet Connection
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How to AirPlay to Your HomePod Without an Internet Connection

Jeff Butts · March 23, 2023

If you’ve ever wondered how you might be able to AirPlay to your HomePod without internet, read along and learn how to do it.

How to Lock Messages on iPhone to Protect Your Privacy
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How to Lock Messages on iPhone to Protect Your Privacy

Arnold Zafra · March 23, 2023

Text messages that you send or receive could be read by other people. Find out how to lock Messages on iPhone using Screen Time and more.

How to Use ChatGPT in the Opera Browser on Mac
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How to Use ChatGPT in the Opera Browser on Mac

Arnold Zafra · March 23, 2023

Opera has rolled out AI Prompts, which brings ChatGPT to its browser. Let’s learn how to use ChatGPT in the Opera browser for Mac.

Parallels vs UTM: Which Runs Windows Better on M1/M2 Macs
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Parallels vs UTM: Which Runs Windows Better on M1/M2 Macs

Jeff Butts · March 22, 2023

If you’re trying to choose between running Windows on your Mac in Parallels vs UTM, it’s a tough choice. Jeff Butts tries to clear it up.

MacBook Pro Touch Bar Not Working: Causes and Solutions
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MacBook Pro Touch Bar Not Working: Causes and Solutions

Arnold Zafra · March 22, 2023

If you are still using an older model MacBook Pro, here are some causes and solutions to the MacBook Pro Touch Bar not working issue.

Windows Emulators for Mac to Use Apps and Play Games
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Windows Emulators for Mac to Use Apps and Play Games

Arnold Zafra · March 22, 2023

To run Windows on your Mac, you need to use an emulator or virtual computer. Arnold Zafra gives a rundown of four Windows emulators for Mac.

How to Use Camera Timer On Your iPhone for Perfect Pictures
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How to Use Camera Timer On Your iPhone for Perfect Pictures

Jeff Butts · March 21, 2023

If you want to step up your photography game, learning how to use the timer in the iPhone Camera app will definitely help.

HomePod Stuck Configuring? Try These Solutions
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HomePod Stuck Configuring? Try These Solutions

Nick deCourville · March 21, 2023

If you’re having issues with your HomePod getting stuck configuring, there may be various solutions depending on why this is happening.

5 iOS Alternatives to Tachyomi Manga Reader
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5 iOS Alternatives to Tachyomi Manga Reader

Arnold Zafra · March 21, 2023

If you’re looking for an iOS alternative to the popular Tachyomi manga reader, look no further. Arnold Zafra outlines five great choices.

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