Have you ever needed to back up your iPad? There are several reasons why you might need to do that. Backing your device up with iCloud is a popular option if it is required, and it’s something that is not particularly difficult to do. Let’s talk about why you might...
Usually, the iPhone and other Apple products are devices that have excellent security features. Things like the passcode and the more recent addition of facial ID technology means that in most circumstances, your Apple device should be secure regardless of the...
Do you own an iPad? If you do, then you probably enjoy the many features and functions of this bestselling Apple product. The iPad is one of the better tablets you can get, as you can watch movies and TV shows on it, play games, answer emails, make and receive video...
As Apple's lineup of products matures, so grows the number of options you have to choose from. Gone are the straightforward days of the iPhone, the iPad, the MacBook, and the MacBook Pro. Today, it's more important than ever to not only understand Apple's line of...
If you’ve looked around lately you’ve probably noticed more and more people are sporting Apple Watches. Apple launched the product in 2015. They’ve now sold over 50 million units and now account for 50% of the entire smartwatch industry. It’s more tempting than...
You may have heard the term “blacklisted phone” at some point. Maybe it was on an iPhone message board, or a Genius at the Apple Store mentioned it. But what exactly does “blacklisted” mean when it comes to phones? What can you do if your iPhone or Android has been...
The average person changes smartphones every 22-24 months. Whether it’s time for an upgrade or you just cracked your screen, the first question on your mind is likely going to be “what is my phone worth?” Many factors determine how much cash you can get for your...
Each year, Apple releases a brand new iPhone. With the latest in features and tech, these products are always revolutionary. Even if you can’t afford a new iPhone, this is great news for consumers because that means great discounts on Apple’s older phones. Many smart...
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...
It’s no longer as feasible to keep the most up-to-date smartphone in your hands. With every subsequent year comes the newest iPhone and Samsung iteration with more, larger cameras, faster processing power, and new and unheard-of features that make your current phone...
If you have an iPhone and you're thinking about getting a newer version, then you may be pondering what you should do with your current one. One of the most obvious options is to sell it for parts. Let's go over where you can sell your older iPhone for parts, some of...
In the war for the best smartphone on the market, you have many options to choose from. Yet, of those options, only a handful are from a brand we know and trust in the West. While many smartphone users are die-hard Apple fans, going back to the first iPhone, the rest...
It was only a decade ago that you could harmlessly push a friend into a swimming pool on a hot summer day and have everyone laugh it off as a prank. However, thanks to the invention of the smartphone, the idea of a surprise plunge into water is nightmarish; after all,...
The iPad has become one of Apple’s more popular products since it was first introduced. It might not have gotten quite the reception of the iPhone, but it has the features and portability that justify its continued presence in the market. There are a few different...
If you make most of your iPhone purchases at a big box retailer or a carrier store, then you might not have even heard of AppleCare+. If you're a frequent visitor of brick and mortar Apple retail stores, then you've definitely heard of the product. Like any in-house...
As tempting as it may be, throwing away your old iPhone, no matter its age or cosmetic condition, is a terrible idea. You may not realize it—but the components that make your iPhone function should be properly disposed of, lest they take up space in a landfill or,...
If you have an Apple device like an iPhone, then you should pay attention to the status of your iCloud storage. iCloud is where you store things like videos, photos, backups of your iPhone, and email messages with attachments. You only get 5GB of free storage with...
It’s the rare individual these days who doesn’t own a smartphone. Even older adults have come to accept that because of the convenience of the many features, owning a smartphone is a vital part of living in the 21st century. Maybe you’ve got a smartphone that seems...