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Lumos! Siri Understands Harry Potter Spells
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Lumos! Siri Understands Harry Potter Spells

Charlotte Henry · 10:30 AM EST, Jan 5th, 2022 · 2 Comments

Your iPhone and, more specifically, Siri understands the ‘Lumos’ and ‘Nox’ commands from Harry Potter for turning the flashlight on and off!

How to Use Apple Maps to Check for COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
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How to Use Apple Maps to Check for COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Jeff Butts · 1:01 PM EST, Dec 31st, 2021 · Add Comment

If you want to check for COVID-19 vaccination requirements, Apple Maps is a good start. The app partners with Yelp to display the details.

iOS: How to Merge Live Photos Together As a Video
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iOS: How to Merge Live Photos Together As a Video

Andrew Orr · 3:42 PM EST, Dec 30th, 2021 · Add Comment

iOS 13 adds a neat feature in Photos that lets you merge Live Photos together and save them as a video. Andrew shows us how.

How to Stop the In-App Review Annoyance
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How to Stop the In-App Review Annoyance

Jeff Butts · 1:04 PM EST, Dec 30th, 2021 · 1 Comment

If you’re annoyed with being bombarded with in-app review requests, you aren’t alone. Here’s how to turn those prompts off completely.

Cool Stuff Found
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  • Apple TV+ Makes 'The Afterparty' Premiere Episode Available on YouTube
  • Get a Wooden Photo Print With New Offering From Mimeo Photos
  • This Decentralized Messenger Claims to be Quantum-Resistant
  • Apple Releases 'Unity Lights' Watch Face for Black History Month
  • 'Deliveries' App Update Supports Shortcuts on macOS Monterey
iOS: Here’s How to Draw Perfect Shapes in Markup
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iOS: Here's How to Draw Perfect Shapes in Markup

Andrew Orr · 10:09 AM EST, Dec 30th, 2021 · 1 Comment

Did you know you can draw perfect shapes with Markup? Markup lets you edit screenshots and photos to draw or add text.

iOS 13: Where to Find Sign in With Apple Logins
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iOS 13: Where to Find Sign in With Apple Logins

Andrew Orr · 1:22 PM EST, Dec 29th, 2021 · 8 Comments

Sign in With Apple lets you sign into apps and websites with your Apple ID. Here’s where you find Sign in With Apple logins.

How to Prepare Your Apple Account For Your New iPhone
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How to Prepare Your Apple Account For Your New iPhone

Andrew Orr · 1:00 PM EST, Dec 29th, 2021 · Add Comment

If you recently purchased a new iPhone or received one as a gift, this is the guide for you. These steps will help make your transition to the new device easy.

Manage Your Email and Internet Accounts in iOS
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Manage Your Email and Internet Accounts in iOS

Jeff Butts · 9:45 AM EST, Dec 29th, 2021 · 2 Comments

If you’re wondering how to manage your email and Internet accounts in iOS, Jeff Butts has the answer you’re looking for.

iOS: Changing Key Frames in Live Photos
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iOS: Changing Key Frames in Live Photos

Jeff Butts · 5:00 PM EST, Dec 28th, 2021 · 1 Comment

While the Camera app in iOS is pretty good at setting this automatically, it’s nice to be able to change the key photo to your own personal favorite.

Video Tips
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  • Get Better Apple Music Quality On Your iPhone
5 Cooking Apps to Help You With Your New Year’s Eve Party
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5 Cooking Apps to Help You With Your New Year's Eve Party

Andrew Orr · 1:43 PM EST, Dec 28th, 2021 · 1 Comment

Thanksgiving is right around the corner and we’ve found five cooking apps to help you plan and cook your big meal for friends and family.

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