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Upgrade Soon: Intel-based Macs and Apps Are On Their Way Out
Still using an Intel-based Mac or app? With Apple’s recent announcement of end dates for both macOS and Rosetta 2 support, it’s time to plan your transition to Apple silicon.
Never Paste Unknown Text into Terminal!
A clever new scam masquerades as a CAPTCHA test, asking users to paste text into Terminal to prove they’re human. Instead, it installs malware designed to steal passwords, browser data, and other sensitive information.
Stay Connected Off the Grid: How to Use Messages via Satellite in iOS 18
When storms knock out cell networks or hiking takes you off-grid, you can now text via satellite if you have an iPhone 14, 15, or 16 running iOS 18. Learn how Messages via satellite lets you stay connected when cell networks fail or aren’t available.
Clean Your iPhone’s Camera Lens
To prevent fingerprint smudges and other grime from impacting the quality of your iPhone photos, clean the lens occasionally with a microfiber cloth or at least the edge of your T-shirt.
Switch Between Apps Fluidly on Face ID iPhones
The threat of tariffs raising iPhone prices has prompted many upgrades to the iPhone 16 lineup. For those new to Face ID—or anyone who isn’t familiar with it—we have an app-switching tip that everyone should know and use.
Choosing the Best Mac for a College-Bound Student in 2025
Which Mac is best for a college student in 2025? Our short answer is either the 13-inch or 15-inch M4 MacBook Air. However, students with substantial processing needs (such as audio or video editing) might want to consider the 14-inch MacBook Pro.
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Stop by either store and let's see if we can figure it out together!
Stop by either store and let's see if we can figure it out together!