How to Reset Your HomePod or HomePod mini
Sep 6th, 2023 by Dilum Senevirathne
Resolve problems or get ready for resale
How to Hide (And Unhide) Files and Folders on Your Mac
Sep 5th, 2023 by Dilum Senevirathne
Multiple ways to do this handy trick
How to Turn Off Emergency SOS on Your iPhone/iPad
Do so at your own risk
The devices we carry around on a daily basis often have features that transcend their primary functions. One such helpful iOS feature can turn your iPhone or iPad into a […]
9 Ways to Fix Apple TV Freezing on Mac
Try before contacting Apple Support
Do you keep seeing a spinning beach ball each time you open, browse, or play a TV show or movie on Apple TV for Mac? It’s a massively annoying issue […]
How to Connect AirPods to Your Peloton Bike or Treadmill
Enjoy enhanced audio with no wires
The built-in speakers on your Peloton Bike or Tread don’t always deliver the sound intensity you crave during workouts. But what about that 3.5mm audio jack? It helps, but having […]
How to Fix “Encryption Credentials Have Expired” Printer Error in macOS
Can be challlenging but work through these solutions
Do you receive an “Encryption credentials have expired” pop-up error immediately after initiating a network print job in macOS? According to the message, it’s because of an expired printer security […]
How to Use the System Settings App on Mac
Can be overwhelming but it's here to stay
If you recently upgraded your Mac to macOS Ventura (or leapfrogged to Sonoma), you might have noticed that the familiar System Preferences app is no longer present. Instead, it has […]
How to Download and Use ChatGPT on Your iPhone
But a word of caution about third-party apps
ChatGPT (Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer) has taken the world by storm, finding applications in almost every form of work. However, curiously there have been no official mobile apps for this […]
How to Fix ChatGPT App Not Working on iPhone
Don't fret, one of these will work
ChatGPT ranks among the hottest apps for the Apple iPhone, and there’s a reason why. It packs OpenAI’s incredibly powerful AI chatbot into a seamless user interface that’s super-easy to […]
How to Create Fill-in-the-Blank Forms in Microsoft Word (macOS)
It will only take a few minutes
Do you want to create an interactive Word document or fillable form for others to complete? Using Microsoft Word on Mac, you can make a simple fill-in-the-blank form, without a […]
How to Unlock a Disabled or Locked Apple ID
So you can regain access to your account
Apple disables or locks an Apple ID as a security measure when it suspects the account is compromised. Entering the wrong password too many times simultaneously can get your Apple […]
How to Hide Contacts on Your iPhone
Keeping secrets shouldn't be a chore
We all know that our phones practically hold our lives, and that includes the countless contacts we’ve accumulated over time. But what happens when you want to keep some things […]
7 Apps to Take Better Photos on iPhone
It's amazing what these can do
iPhone’s can be great devices for taking beautiful photos. Even though they may lack some features of higher-end cameras, there are still many ways to upgrade your pictures. While having […]
How to Disable/Remove Camera on Your iPhone’s Lock Screen
Taking a lot of pictures of your butt?
Have you unexpectedly opened the camera from your iPhone’s Lock Screen? Not only is this a major annoyance, but it can also lead to substantial battery drain if the Camera […]
Can You Unlock an iPad Without Its Passcode?
We reveal the ugly truth
Are you locked out of your iPad because of a forgotten passcode? Unfortunately, there’s no backdoor or secret handshake that’ll let you in. The reality is you can’t unlock an […]
Why Your iPhone Randomly Vibrates (And 11 Ways To Stop It)
Unless of course it feels good
Did you know that phantom vibration syndrome is a thing? The false perception is caused by excessive use of mobile phones. Although phantom vibration syndrome is in your imagination, various […]
How to Add and Sync Google Calendar to Your iPhone and iPad
You'll never forget your anniversary again
If Google Calendar is your scheduler of choice, you can add and sync your various calendars to your iPhone or iPad. Using the Apple Calendar app, you’ll see all of […]
Apple Watch Activity Rings: What They Mean and How to Close Them Every Day
A visually appealing way to get motivated
An Apple Watch is more than just a cutting-edge wearable device—it’s a smartwatch that serves as a sophisticated fitness tracker. It features functionality that encourages daily physical activity, nudging you […]
What Does “This Apple ID Is Not Active” Mean (And How to Regain Access to Your Account)?
Take a deep breath and follow these steps
If you’re encountering the “Apple ID not active” message, don’t panic! It may be quite a shock, especially if you’ve been using your Apple ID account on your iPhone, iPad, […]