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How to Shut Down an iPad When the Screen is Frozen
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How to Shut Down an iPad When the Screen is Frozen

Nick deCourville · February 24, 2023

A frozen iPad is sure to give anyone the chills: here’s how to shut it down and potentially look for a few solutions.

How to Speed Up iPad to Make It Perform as Good as New
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How to Speed Up iPad to Make It Perform as Good as New

Arnold Zafra · February 24, 2023

If you feel like your iPad is not performing as you expected, try these troubleshooting tips to speed up your iPad.

iPhone Compass Not Working? Solutions and Fixes
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iPhone Compass Not Working? Solutions and Fixes

Nick deCourville · February 23, 2023

For those that like to explore, you may want some ideas if your the Compass on your iPhone is not working: here’s some solutions.

How to Mark AirPods as Lost To Get Notified When Someone Uses Them Again
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How to Mark AirPods as Lost To Get Notified When Someone Uses Them Again

Arnold Zafra · February 23, 2023

If you lose your AirPods, it would be useful to know how to mark them as lost so that you will be alerted when somebody uses them.

How to Skip Songs on AirPods Pro (1st & 2nd Generation)
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How to Skip Songs on AirPods Pro (1st & 2nd Generation)

Arnold Zafra · February 23, 2023

Find out how to skip songs on AirPods Pro while listening to music on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, plus how to use Siri with AirPods.

How to Change the Aspect Ratio in iMovie, Tailoring Your Video for Social Media
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How to Change the Aspect Ratio in iMovie, Tailoring Your Video for Social Media

Arnold Zafra · February 22, 2023

Changing aspect ratios in iMovie can be a little tricky but it can be done. Learn how to accomplish this in iMovie from this guide.

How to Unlock Your iPad Without Its Password
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How to Unlock Your iPad Without Its Password

Arnold Zafra · February 22, 2023

Learn how to unlock iPad without password by using Windows PC and iTunes, the Find My app, and third-party software.

How to Change Your iPad Password
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How to Change Your iPad Password

Nick deCourville · February 22, 2023

I’m taking a look at the various options users have when it comes to a password on an iPad, including how to change it.

How to Unzoom with an Apple TV
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How to Unzoom with an Apple TV

Nick deCourville · February 21, 2023

For Apple TV owners, their screen may be zoomed-in when they don’t want it to be: here’s how to unzoom on your Apple TV.

How to Make Your iPad Charge Faster
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How to Make Your iPad Charge Faster

Arnold Zafra · February 21, 2023

Want to make your iPad charge faster? Arnold Zafra gives a rundown of ways to help speed up charging your iPad.

How to Easily Screen Record on Mac Without QuickTime Player
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How to Easily Screen Record on Mac Without QuickTime Player

Arnold Zafra · February 20, 2023

Aside from QuickTime Player and third-party apps, there’s another app built into macOS for screen recording on Mac without QuickTime.

How to Show Heart Rate (Pulse) Directly on Apple Watch Face
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How to Show Heart Rate (Pulse) Directly on Apple Watch Face

Arnold Zafra · February 20, 2023

If you want to show heart rate (pulse) on your Apple Watch, Arnold Zafra will show you the steps to do so using specific apps and faces.

How To Get the iOS 16.4 Beta After Apple’s Changes
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How To Get the iOS 16.4 Beta After Apple’s Changes

Nick deCourville · February 17, 2023

Apple has some some changes regarding how users access developer betas: here’s how to get the iOS 16.4 developer beta after these changes.

How to Set Up an iPad for a Child
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How to Set Up an iPad for a Child

Arnold Zafra · February 17, 2023

After buying an iPad for your child, you should know how to set up the device before giving the tablet to them.

Windows Media Player for Mac: Tips and Alternatives
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Windows Media Player for Mac: Tips and Alternatives

Nick deCourville · February 16, 2023

When it comes to Windows Media Player and a Mac device, there’s a lot a user may want to know. I’ll go over details and provide some tips.

5 Solutions to How to Play Windows Games on Mac
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5 Solutions to How to Play Windows Games on Mac

Arnold Zafra · February 16, 2023

Find out how to play Windows games on Mac via GeForce Now, Steam, CrossOver Mac, WineBottler, and Parallels Desktop.

USB Antivirus for Mac: 5 Best Solutions to Keep Your Machine Safe
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USB Antivirus for Mac: 5 Best Solutions to Keep Your Machine Safe

Arnold Zafra · February 16, 2023

Protect your Mac from viruses when you connect a USB drive by using the best USB antivirus for Mac listed in this round-up.

What Is the Apple Neural Engine and What Does It Do?
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What Is the Apple Neural Engine and What Does It Do?

Jeff Butts · February 16, 2023

You likely hear about the Neural Engine without really knowing what Apple uses it for. Let’s dig deep into this crucial technology.

How to Make a Slideshow in iMovie
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How to Make a Slideshow in iMovie

Nick deCourville · February 15, 2023

For those looking to make a slideshow in iMovie, I’m going to show you how using your Mac, iPhone or iPad.

Mail on Mac Not Showing All Gmail Emails: Quick Solutions
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Mail on Mac Not Showing All Gmail Emails: Quick Solutions

Arnold Zafra · February 15, 2023

Try these quick troubleshooting solutions to resolve issues of the Mail app on your Mac not showing all of your Gmail emails.

6 Best Mac Backup Software Other Than Apple’s Time Machine
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6 Best Mac Backup Software Other Than Apple's Time Machine

Arnold Zafra · February 15, 2023

We’ve run down five of the best Mac backup software tools to help you choose which one to use to create a backup of your Mac’s hard drive.

Best iPhone and Apple Watch Fitness Apps for Women
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Best iPhone and Apple Watch Fitness Apps for Women

Arnold Zafra · February 14, 2023

When it comes to the best fitness apps for women, there are many on the App Arnold Zafra picks ten apps based on five types of workouts.

Apple Shares Five Security Steps for Apple Card
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Apple Shares Five Security Steps for Apple Card

Nick deCourville · February 14, 2023

Apple has provided more information to Apple Card users that explains several ways a user can further improve the security of their card.

The Best Screen Recording Apps for Your Mac
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The Best Screen Recording Apps for Your Mac

Jeff Butts · February 14, 2023

When it comes to screen recording apps for your Mac, there are options for just about all needs and budgets. Jeff Butts highlights the best.

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