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How to pair Bluetooth headphones on Apple Watch

Peter Cao Nov 26 2018 - 12:01 am PT

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What once was an optional accessory has now become the prime motivator for living a healthier life for many. And that is Apple Watch. With Series 3 and beyond, users are able to purchase an LTE variation that fully sets Apple Watch free from its iPhone counterpart.

This includes being able to listen to music or podcasts, or taking a phone call on the go. Of course, Apple Watch doesn’t have any physical input for wired headphones, so it relies solely on Bluetooth for audio.

Follow along to learn how to pair Bluetooth headphones on Apple Watch…

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Logitech to reportedly acquire headphone maker Plantronics for $2.2B

Peter Cao Nov 23 2018 - 5:19 pm PT

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Popular computer accessories maker Logitech may be looking to purchase Plantronics, a company that specializes in Bluetooth earpieces and headsets.

According to a report from Reuters, this would be Logitech’s largest acquisition by far to date. This would also help diversify its business and move into new markets.

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Writing with iPad Pro: Doing real work on a portable, LTE-enabled computer

Peter Cao Nov 23 2018 - 11:45 am PT

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Roughly 336 hours away from Mac, I’m almost at the point of not looking back. While there are still a few minor annoyances with how iPad Pro operates, the pros far outweigh the cons. Here’s what it’s like to do real work — in my case, write — with iPad Pro on a daily basis for two weeks straight…

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How to disable automatic app install on Apple Watch

Peter Cao Nov 23 2018 - 12:01 am PT

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By default, Apple Watch automatically installs every app that has a Watch companion app from your iPhone. That’s great if you want to simply have all apps installed on the device. But for those who don’t, there’s an easy way to disable automatic app install on Apple Watch.

Follow along to learn how…

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Reddit Apple Watch app Nano gets new coat of paint, complications, more in latest update

Peter Cao Nov 21 2018 - 4:28 pm PT

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While many companies have abandoned their Apple Watch apps, with several major app makers pulling their Apple Watch apps. With that said, popular Reddit app for Apple Watch is getting a major update today with a brand new UI, complications, and more.

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How to adjust flashlight brightness on iPhone and iPad

Peter Cao Nov 21 2018 - 12:01 am PT

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The flashlight feature on iPhone and iPad is super useful and handy when you need to see in the dark but don’t want to turn on the lights, potentially waking up others or pets. Fortunately, Apple lets you adjust the flashlight brightness on iPhone and iPad, so that you can dim the flashlight and further improve your chances of not waking anyone up.

Follow along to learn how to adjust flashlight brightness on iPhone and iPad.

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Netflix

Netflix for iOS updated with improved media controls, more

Peter Cao Nov 20 2018 - 1:54 pm PT

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Netflix has today updated its iOS app with better navigation and refreshed media controls. This update brings it to version 11.12.0 and is available now for iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV.

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Apple shares new Pixar-like animated ‘Share Your Gifts’ holiday ad

Peter Cao Nov 20 2018 - 12:26 pm PT

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Apple has released its annual holiday ad, and — unlike previous years — Apple has chosen to go with a fully animated video this time around. Rightfully titled “Share Your Gifts”, this year’s holiday ad focuses on everyone’s individual talents with almost no Apple product placement (save for an animated, stickered MacBook seen in the opening).

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How to turn off Safari website notifications on macOS

Peter Cao Nov 20 2018 - 12:01 am PT

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Safari website notifications are great to get up to date news as they are published. However, it can sometime be overwhelming and you might want to turn off Safari website notifications for certain sites.

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Latest iPad Pro ad touts five reasons it should be ‘your next computer’

Peter Cao Nov 19 2018 - 12:37 pm PT

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Apple has today released a somewhat controversial ad, titled “5 reasons iPad Pro can be your next computer”. The iPad Pro is a powerful machine, but can it replace your traditional computer?

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NBA 2K Mobile update seen at iPad Pro event with ‘console level graphics’ now available

Peter Cao Nov 19 2018 - 12:16 pm PT

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Originally demoed at the iPad Pro event in October, an update for NBA 2K Mobile is now available as a free download on iOS.

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Twitter de-emphasizing follower counts and other metrics in update across the platform

Peter Cao Nov 19 2018 - 10:07 am PT

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In an effort to clean up the Twitter experience, the company is today rolling out an update on iOS that de-prioritizes the appeal of follower counts on the platform.

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How to enable mute on iPad

Peter Cao Nov 19 2018 - 12:01 am PT

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If you’ve bought an iPad within the last half decade, it likely didin’t come with a physical switch that let you mute or lock the rotation of the device. Follow along to learn how to enable mute on iPad.
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RIP Apple networking, Time Capsule and AirPort no longer available from Apple

Peter Cao Nov 16 2018 - 10:31 am PT

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As expected, the AirPort devices are beginning to become unavailable from Apple as it is no longer updating the product line.

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How to force restart iPad Pro

Peter Cao Nov 16 2018 - 12:01 am PT

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Software isn’t perfect and can sometimes lock up. Knowing how to force restart your Home button-less iPad Pro is handy when iOS locks up on you.

Follow along to learn how to force restart iPad Pro…

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Apple-owned Beddit app officially removes cloud syncing functionality

Peter Cao Nov 15 2018 - 2:28 pm PT

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The Apple-owned sleep monitor app Beddit is out with an update today that makes good on a promise from the company a few months ago. With today’s update, the cloud syncing functionality of the app has been removed.

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Apple working with film studio A24 to produce movies and TV shows

Peter Cao Nov 15 2018 - 1:08 pm PT

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While there haven’t been any more announcements regarding its upcoming streaming service, Apple is doing quite a bit behind the scenes when it comes to original content.

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Mac App Store

Panic’s Transmit FTP client returns on the Mac App Store following WWDC announcement

Peter Cao Nov 15 2018 - 11:12 am PT

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Announced at WWDC, popular FTP client Transmit is today returning to the Mac App Store.

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Third iOS 12.1.1, macOS 10.14.2, tvOS 12.1.1 beta and second watchOS 5.1.2 beta now available

Peter Cao Nov 15 2018 - 10:13 am PT

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Roughly a week since the second beta, Apple is now pushing out its third beta for iOS 12.1.1, tvOS 12.1.1, and macOS 10.14.2. The company is also rolling out the second beta for watchOS 5.1.2.
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How-to

How to enable rotation lock on iPad

Peter Cao Nov 15 2018 - 12:01 am PT

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iPad (Pro or not) is a fantastic device to use in landscape mode. However, iPad defaults to the portrait orientation. Follow along to learn how to enable rotation lock on iPad.

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Security researchers discover flaw allowing access to deleted photos on iPhone, fix on the way

Peter Cao Nov 14 2018 - 2:45 pm PT

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An exploit discovered by a pair of security researchers allowed them to hack an iPhone X and access a photo that was supposedly deleted from the device. Apple was informed of the security hole and a fix is on the way.

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Apple Retail

Apple wins Stop Slavery award, lays out plan to employ human trafficking victims at retail stores

Peter Cao Nov 14 2018 - 2:22 pm PT

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Apple has today announced a new program to help human trafficking victims get behind-the-scenes jobs at its retail locations. The program comes as Angela Ahrendts accepted the Stop Slavery Award on Apple’s behalf at an event in London.

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Pokemon Go creators delay Harry Potter: Wizards Unite game launch until 2019

Peter Cao Nov 14 2018 - 10:24 am PT

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Following the success of Pokemon Go on iOS and Android, Niantic is planning to release a Harry Potter game sometime in 2019.

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Kano’s Harry Potter Wand Kit now available at Apple stores

Peter Cao Nov 14 2018 - 2:00 am PT

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Kano’s Harry Potter wand makes it easy and fun to learn how to code. With the wand and other products, Kano has become one of the industry leaders in the STEAM education space thanks to its accessible and impressive programming kits.

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