Facebook was concerned that people/consumers might opt out of being tracked across the internet solely because they'd gone to one website. Apple thought people would take advantage of the chance to choose whether or not their internet activities could be tracked. They were both right. But even I didn't expect that 96% of iOS users … Continue reading Facebook and Apple were both right →

https://lifehacker.com/how-to-set-up-every-ios-14-5-feature-worth-knowing-abou-1846820998/slides/2 How to Set Up Every iOS 14.5 Feature Worth Knowing About David Murphy 10:30AM, March 5, 2021 START SLIDESHOW https://lifehacker.com/how-to-set-up-every-ios-14-5-feature-worth-knowing-abou-1846820998/slides/2 It’s been just over a week since iOS 14.5 debuted, and we’ve spent a chunk of time going over the most interesting features the operating system has to offer. This is one update I wouldn’t wait … Continue reading Setting up iOS 14.5 →

I've been looking for articles with answers to basic questions about AirTags. Look below and save yourself hours of checking. Personal note: AirTags only work if used with accessories -- they lack either holes by which they can be attached or a sticky back. Each of those accessories adds weight and makes them less suitable … Continue reading Helpful articles with AirTag answers →

Once you've figured out how to use your Apple Watch to meet your needs, you may find you'll filled it with apps you never use. This tells you how to get rid of the excess. Best of all is to open your Watch App on your iPhone, tap Settings, General, and turn off Automatic App … Continue reading Housekeeping your Apple Watch to make room for updates and new apps →

https://www.theverge.com/2021/5/4/22419474/dell-security-patch-kernel-level-permissions-firmware-update-driver-dbutil-sys Dell is issuing a security patch for hundreds of computer models going back to 2009 It fixes a flaw in its update software that could give attackers full control of the computer By Mitchell Clark  May 4, 2021, 4:27pm EDT If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics … Continue reading Dell has issued a security patch for computer models as early as 2009 →

Hackers out there have suddenly decided to concentrate on Apple devices. Apple seems to be keeping up but only if you update your iPad, iPhone, iMac, or MacBook with the latest software. It's easy (and probably safest) to go into your Settings and check the box for Automatic Updates. https://www.zdnet.com/article/you-should-update-your-iphone-and-ipad-to-ios-14-5-1-right-away/ You should update your iPhone … Continue reading Just set your iOS devices to automatic update why don’t you →

https://www.theverge.com/2021/4/29/22410350/apple-ipad-pro-mini-led-magic-keyboard-case-2020-model-fit-accessory-screen-protector Apple says old Magic Keyboard is ‘functionally compatible’ with new 12.9-inch iPad Pro, but warns of imperfect fit The new iPad Pro ‘may not precisely fit’ when the case is closed By Chaim Gartenberg@cgartenberg  Apr 29, 2021, 4:03pm EDT Apple’s upcoming 2021 refresh of the 12.9-inch iPad Pro — which will feature an M1 processor and a new … Continue reading Old Magic Keyboard will work with new iPad Pro, but not perfectly →

The key is that you must be running the latest iOS on both your iPhone and your Apple Watch. Since updating the latter is a little trickier, allow the time to get that done. https://appleinsider.com/articles/21/04/27/how-to-unlock-iphone-with-apple-watch-in-ios-145 How to unlock iPhone with Apple Watch in iOS 14.5  By Mike Peterson | Apr 27, 2021 Apple in iOS 14.5 and watchOS … Continue reading Unlocking a face-secured iPhone with iOS 14.5 →

https://apple.news/Aw8cYbU89RVSXm0Zmt9W9Yg 3.26.21 | TECH The 7 best ways to extend your iPhone’s battery life to the max One basic fact of life with an iPhone hasn’t changed in the phone’s 14-year history: If you’re on your phone all day, every day, you run the risk of seeing its power gauge run all the way down … Continue reading Tips for extending your iPhone battery life →

This is undoubtedly a temporary issue, but it's always nice to know you're not the only one. https://9to5mac.com/2021/04/26/ios-14-5-app-tracking-transparency-toggle-mysteriously-toggle-grayed-out-for-some-users/ iOS 14.5 App Tracking Transparency toggle mysteriously grayed out for some users Filipe Espósito - Apr. 26th 2021 5:56 pm PT @filipeesposito Apple today finally made the new App Tracking Transparency feature available to users, which is part of … Continue reading Why are the ad-blocking options grayed out for some who have installed iOS 14.5? →