Do you own an iPhone or iPad, and are you familiar with Airdrop? It is an ad-hock service that runs through iOS, Apple’s universal operating system. It was first released back in 2011, and it allows the transfer of files among supported iOS devices and Macs over...
For those who own an iPad, you’re probably familiar with the various features and functions of Apple’s signature tablet. iPad is consistently a top seller all over the world because of its competitive price point and versatility. When you use your iPad, it stands to...
Did you know that your iPhone has a name? It’s true. If you look on the device, you’ll see that it has a way to identify itself, and that name shows up other places as well. Your iPhone’s name can be seen on services like Find My iPhone. It can be seen on iCloud, the...
If you’ve owned an iPhone for a while, or you just got a new one, you may be concerned with data usage. Unless you got an unlimited data plan, you have a limited amount that you can use within a designated billing period. If you overshoot the allotted amount, then...
Do you know about clearing the cache for apps on your iPhone? If you own the device, then it’s something that you should be aware of, as it can be helpful for you in some instances. In this article, we’ll talk about why you might want to clear your app cache, what...
Two names dominate the smartphone industry: Apple and Samsung. Google launched its original Pixel in 2016 as a new option for buyers looking for something else. Packed with innovative features, each successive Pixel generation has yet to receive glowing reviews from...
Most people have cellphones these days, and if you do, then you need to make the choice of which network to use. There are several options, each of them competing for your business with aggressive marketing campaigns, mascots, and all sorts of sales tactics. Two of...
If you have an Android phone and you are getting rid of it, then you need to make sure that all of your potentially sensitive data is gone from it first. Maybe you plan on giving it to a friend or family member, or perhaps you’re going to sell it to a person you don’t...
There’s nothing better than that feeling of unboxing a new iPhone. However, if you are setting up either a used a new iPhone, you’ll need to activate it to get cell service. The good news is that activation is part of the initial phone setup and should only take you a...
The average person gets a new smartphone every 22 months. You probably can still remember when you bought your phone. So it’d be nice to get some value out of the old one as you upgrade to the latest technology. Fortunately, it’s never been easier to get some for your...
If you own an iPad, then hopefully, you’re enjoying its various features for both work and play. Apple has achieved some outstanding market penetration with its tablet, launching several versions of it in recent years. Sometimes, though, like all electronic devices,...
Generally speaking, iPhones are dependable devices. You should be able to get several years of service out of yours under ideal circumstances, and each generation has exciting new features that are driving technology forward. That being said, though, they are still...
If you have an iPhone or another Apple device, then you are probably familiar with the concept of the iCloud Lock. This is a feature where an activation lock is put in place that ties into one particular iCloud account. It is a useful feature to have, as it allows for...
Do you feel that your iPhone is nearing the end of its usable life? Have the processes slowed down or do it not hold a charge as well as it used to? Maybe there’s isn’t anything necessarily wrong with the device. You just feel like it’s time to get a newer version...
The iPad, Apple’s signature tablet, has gone through several different generations. With each one, new features are added, and functionality is improved. If you have owned yours for a while, though, then you may have noticed that its various functions have slowed down...
There’s one thing even the most devout iPhone users are jealous over Samsung rivals about— storage. Samsung phones come with microSD slots creating the opportunity for cheap additional storage. iPhone users aren’t that lucky. But you’re not without options. ...
You don’t always have to pay a premium price to get a premium phone. Although the newest iPhone can be as expensive as $1500, you can find cheaper iPhones. This is particularly true if you’re willing to get an older model. We’re going to dive into how you get the...
So far Apple has released 18 iPhone models. And with rumors of an iPhone SE 2 and other releases hitting shelves soon, that number is only going to rise more. Prior to iOS 10.3, it wasn't easy to actually figure out what iPhone you had. And even now it’s still...