How to use Visual Intelligence on macOS Golden Gate, and when it's worth it

Apple has finally brought Visual Intelligence to the Mac with macOS Golden Gate, and it is a boon when it works. Here's how to get started.

William Gallagher 1 week ago 1

How to get your 2026 Apple Music Replay playlist

It's not just Spotify that has a year-end wrap-up feature — Apple Music does too, and it's year round! Here's how to get your Apple Music Replay playlist, today.

Wesley Hilliard 1 week ago 0

How to use an iPad as a screen for the Nintendo Switch 2

The Nintendo Switch 2 is a massive hit, but its relatively small screen size is still limiting. Here's how to use an iPad as an external display for better gaming.

Andrew O'Hara 1 week ago 2

Inside Visual Intelligence on iOS and macOS: Using Apple's best AI feature

Visual Intelligence is being promoted more thanks to iOS 27's changes, but it's also available for Mac users in macOS 27 Golden Gate. Here's what it is, and how it varies between the platforms.

Malcolm Owen 1 week ago 2

How to save on annual Apple App Store subscriptions, with a catch

Apple's contract-style subscription payments for annual subscriptions have arrived on the App Store. Here's the details of how they work, and what to look out for.

Andrew Orr 1 week ago 1

Inside iMovie - How to get started with video editing on iPhone and iPad

Strive to become the next Steven Spielberg — or at least make your holiday videos better to watch — by using iMovie. Here's how to use it on your iPhone and iPad.

Malcolm Owen 2 weeks ago 2

How to use NameDrop to exchange iPhone contacts in seconds

NameDrop lets iPhone users exchange contact information by bringing two devices together. Here's how to use the feature, customize what it shares, and fix the most common problems.

Andrew Orr 2 weeks ago 3

Inside iMovie: Getting started with video editing in iOS 27 and iPadOS 27

Take your first steps to becoming the next Mr Beast, or make your vacation recap more bearable to watch, by using iMovie. Here's how to get started using it on iPhone and iPad.

Malcolm Owen 2 weeks ago 1

How to back up your Mac under macOS Tahoe

Backing up your Mac is not just something you do when testing betas like macOS Tahoe; it is an everyday essential if you want to avoid risking losing irreplaceable work.

William Gallagher 2 weeks ago 24

Inside Apple Maps - How to get the most out of your iPhone's navigation app

After an incredibly rough start, Apple Maps is one of the most frequently used apps on the iPhone. Here's all you need to know about using it in iOS 26, and how it all got started.

Malcolm Owen 3 weeks ago 3

How to view translated lyrics in Apple Music

Apple's iOS 26 brought some new features to Apple Music. Here's how to view both Lyric Translations and Lyric Pronunciation.

Amber Neely 3 weeks ago 0

How to pause Activity Rings in watchOS 26 when you need a break

While Activity Rings are a staple for fitness enthusiasts, there might be times when you need to pause them. Here's how you can do it in watchOS 26.

Andrew Orr 3 weeks ago 10

How to photograph the August 27 lunar eclipse with iPhone Live Photos

The August 27 partial lunar eclipse will place 96.3% of the moon inside Earth's shadow, and an iPhone Live Photo can give photographers several chances to capture a sharp image. Here's how to do it.

Andrew Orr 3 weeks ago 2

How to make Mac Downloads & other Dock folders easier to use

Removing Downloads from the Dock eliminates its one-click Fan view, but the folder and its files remain on the Mac. Here's how to restore Fan view on the Downloads folder.

Andrew Orr 4 weeks ago 0

How to control separate alarm & notification alert volumes iOS 27

For years, Apple forced notifications and alarms to share the same volumes. That is finally changing in iOS 27.

Andrew Orr 1 month ago 1

How to import and export Markdown with Apple Notes in iOS 26

Apple Notes iOS 26 iPhones can import and export Markdown-formatted documents, offering an easy way to move plain text to other apps and services.

Oliver Haslam 1 month ago 0

How to compress folders on iPad to save on storage space

Compressing folders on an iPad is a quick and easy way to optimize storage, improve file sharing, and organize your digital life. Here's how.

Andrew Orr 1 month ago 5

How to share files from macOS Tahoe to Windows

Sometimes you have no other choice but to share a large document from your Mac to a PC over a network. Here's how to get file sharing working between macOS Tahoe and Windows.

Malcolm Owen 1 month ago 3

How to buy a used Mac and not get ripped off

Buying a used Mac can be a great deal. But, if you don't check carefully, you might inherit someone else's issues or just get ripped off. Here's what to look for.

Andrew Orr 1 month ago 10

How to prepare a tech emergency kit before the next blackout hits

Long outages catch people off guard, but a few smart tools make it easier to stay charged, informed, and reachable while you wait for the power to return.

Andrew Orr 1 month ago 1

How to change what the iPhone 17 Camera Control button does

Unless you've gone looking in System Settings, you may not be aware that the Camera Control button on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 17 can be set to do other functions besides set up and take a picture. Here's how to change it.

Charles Martin 1 month ago 8

How to use iOS 27 Recovery Mode before erasing or restoring your iPhone

Apple's iOS 27 recovery screen offers iPhone and iPad users a better first step when a device won't start, especially without a computer nearby. Here's how to open it, which repair option to try first, and when computer-based recovery is still safer.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 1

How to roll back macOS Golden Gate on Apple Silicon

Mac users who want to leave the macOS Golden Gate beta must erase their startup disk and reinstall Tahoe, making a verified backup the most important step before they begin. Here's how to downgrade safely.

Andrew Orr 2 months ago 2

How to add an email account to Apple Mail on Mac or iOS

For many, the best email app is the one that came on your iPhone, Apple's own Mail app. To get the most use out of the Mail app, you can set it up to have all of your email accounts and addresses in one place in it.

Bon Adamson 2 months ago 11

How to keep yourself accountable by sharing your Fitness activity on iPhone

Staying on top of your fitness goals is easier when you share your progress with friends, family, or a coach — here's how you can do it from iPhone.

Amber Neely 2 months ago 0

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