Is iOS 17’s new NameDrop feature a privacy concern or a quick way to share contact info with a new friend? We think the privacy concerns are entirely overblown and explain how easy it is to use NameDrop.
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If Mail Fails to Send, Try, Try Again (Instead of Changing Servers)
If Mail on your Mac throws an error about being unable to send a message, always have it try again later rather than switching to a different server. Otherwise, your messages may look like spam and be blocked.
The Best Apple Gifts for 2023
Looking for the perfect holiday gift for the Apple user in your life? Here are our suggestions for the top Apple gifts for 2023.
Feel Free to Upgrade to macOS 14 Sonoma When You’re Ready
When should you upgrade to macOS 14 Sonoma There’s no need to install it today, but we think it’s now safe for those who want to take advantage of the new features and integration with Apple’s other operating systems.
Open Your Mac’s Control Center with This Obscure Keyboard Shortcut
Control Center brings together controls for a collection of core macOS features, but its menu bar icon is small, making it hard for some to click. Luckily, there’s a hidden shortcut to bring it up quickly from the keyboard.
Use iOS 17’s Check In Feature to Reduce Worry
The new Check In feature of iOS 17 can provide peace of mind by letting you specify a safety partner who will automatically be notified if you fail to arrive at your destination or complete a timer.
The “Hey” Part of “Hey Siri” Is Now Optional
In Apple’s new operating systems for 2023, you can choose to invoke Siri with just “Siri” or the old “Hey Siri”—or turn the feature off entirely. We explain where to find the feature for each of your Apple devices.
Four Solutions to Gotchas in macOS 14 Sonoma
Some of the new default features in Sonoma have caused confusion. We explain why windows hide when you click the desktop, where printer queue apps went, how to turn off the new reaction gestures, and the privacy awareness icons.
In Your Face App Guarantees That You Notice Appointment Alerts
Are you often late to online meetings or in-person appointments because you were too focused on your work to notice the time? The In Your Face app ensures you’ll never miss an important meeting again.
9 Tips for Switching from an iPhone with Touch ID to One with Face ID
Are you switching from an iPhone with Touch ID to one with Face ID? The challenge of learning new things can intimidate some people, but we have a list of what you’ll need to know. (And some of the changes are better!)
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