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How to do screenshots on a Mac

  Have you ever wondered how people are able to make those nifty screen shots on their Mac? You may have also called it called a screengrab or print screen. If you want to know how to do this, read on. It’s really not difficult at all and once you learn how to do it, […]

February 15th, 2019
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How to use Apple’s Retina display

You are probably like millions (billions?) of people around the world who are loyalists to the Apple brand. What do you do when you hear about the amazing picture quality of the Retina display? You update your old Apple device that didn’t have the Retina display even though it still works perfectly fine. Now you […]

November 13th, 2018
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Addressing Keyboard Issues on Eligible Macs

Believe it or not, even Apple products may have some issues at some point, and it seems that Apple has determined that some of the keyboards in some MacBook and MacBook Pro models may exhibit some strange behaviors. They may have letters or characters all of a sudden appear when you’re not expecting them. Certain […]

September 6th, 2018

Using Touch ID on Your MacBook Pro

Have you used Touch ID? If you own one of the recently released iPhones, chances are you HAVE used it. It’s the built-in system for privacy that Apple implemented to unlock devices and authorize Apple Pay. Did you know you could use it on your MacBook Pro? This article is all about how to use […]

August 3rd, 2018
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Using Time Hop to Back up and Restore your Mac

Time Hop is a very useful feature that Mac has made available in their products. It makes it easy for you to keep track of your files. That way you won’t have to worry about losing files that you’ve worked hard on in case there’s a sudden shut down or power outage. Time hop is […]

July 5th, 2018
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Unlocking your Mac with your iPhone or Apple Watch

Apple is very safety and security conscious. That’s why you have to use a login password to unlock your Mac before you can use it. That’s a great feature because it means random people can’t access your stuff. However, it can sometimes be a minor annoyance to put in the password. Isn’t there another way? […]

June 6th, 2018
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How to Zip a File on your Mac

If you’re like most of us, you can never have too much space on your Mac. That’s why many people like the idea of saving space on their Mac by zipping it up in a neat little file via compression. Compressing, or zipping files, makes them take up less room so you can store them […]

May 10th, 2018
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Simple Ways to Make your Mac Run Faster

Nothing is more frustrating than turning on your Mac only to discover that it seems to be taking its time doing what you need it to do. Before you chuck it out the window, try a few of these tips to help your Mac run a little faster. They are quick, easy, and free. And […]

April 10th, 2018
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Moving your Content to your New Mac

So you have a new Mac, and you are totally loving it. But with a new Mac comes a completely clean slate. You will not have any of your old files on your new Mac. What can you do? Well, if you have a new Mac and you still want to keep your files from […]

March 7th, 2018
How to Use Safari on Mac pt.2

How to Use Safari on Mac pt.2

So you have your Mac, but you need help learning how to use it to do some of the things that you want to do on Safari. Well, read on. This article will tell you how to use your Mac to do all kinds of interesting things on your Mac using Safari. How to enable […]

February 13th, 2018

How to Use Safari on Mac pt.1

Are you looking for a guide on how to get starting using Safari on your Mac? Well, you’ve come to the right place. This article gives you some tips for starting your adventure into the world of the Internet using your Mac’s Safari browser. How to visit a website One of the most basic things […]

January 16th, 2018
13 Keyboard Shortcuts for Mac Users

13 Keyboard Shortcuts for Mac Users

Do you consider yourself to be a Mac enthusiast? If you want to know the great shortcuts out there for your keyboard, then you have come to the right place. Everyone knows about Command-C and Command-V, right? Well, this article is all about those other shortcuts for your iMacs, MacBook laptops, and MacBook Pros. So, […]

December 11th, 2017
How to Optimize your Mac’s Battery Life

How to Optimize your Mac’s Battery Life

When you have a MacBook, you want it to be able to last as long as possible on a single charge. No one has time to stop what they’re doing to charge their Mac. And no one wants to be tethered to the wall to make sure their computer keeps a charge for as long […]

November 10th, 2017
The Must-have Apps You Should Have on Your New MacBook

The Must-have Apps You Should Have on Your New MacBook

Everyone knows that the MacBook is an amazing computer to own all on its own, but when it comes to MacBooks, half the fun of owning them is apps. Apps can transform your MacBook from a work machine to one that is purely for fun and entertainment. If you don’t want to miss out on […]

October 17th, 2017

How to Add Files to iCloud Drive

If you have a Mac Desktop, you should upload your documents to iCloud. Why would you want to do this? Well, if something were to happen to your Mac, you would want your files and documents safely uploaded into iCloud so you can continue to have access to them. Read on to find out how […]

September 8th, 2017
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How to Set up a New MacBook

It’s an exciting time when you get a new MacBook. When you turn it on for the first time, you will have to set it up. Here are a few tips to follow when you get a new MacBook. Get Online Unless you don’t plan on going on the Internet at all, it’s probably a […]

August 5th, 2017

iPhone 8

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Protecting your iPhone in 2019

The iPhone is one of the most popular brands of phones ever, and in 2019 its popularity is not slowing down. Apple keeps adding more and more features to their iPhones which make them more desirable to customers. The same thing that makes them desirable to you is what makes them desirable to others who […]

March 11th, 2019
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A Collection of Essential iPhone 8 Tricks

We’re back with a new collection of tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your new Apple phone- the iPhone 8 series. You will want to grab your iPhone 8 or iPhone 8 Plus and try these tips out right away. Let’s dig in!   Adjust the keyboard Both the iPhone […]

January 14th, 2019

iPhone 7/7s

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Tips and Tricks to Make the Best of your Apple iPhone 7

So you got yourself a new Apple iPhone. That is quite a treat! Now you have to figure out what you can do with it. This article will help you with some great tips and tricks that you can use with your Apple phone to get the most out of it. Wake your phone hands-free […]

October 9th, 2018

iPhone 6/6s

How to use Apple’s 3D Touch

Touch is one of our senses that we sometimes take for granted. Apple doesn’t want users to do that when they are using one of their recent devices, so they have made them multidimensional by giving users 3D Touch. Find out what makes 3D touch so different and learn how to use it. Apple’s 3D […]

June 8th, 2017

How to use Apple Pay on iPhone 6/6S

Apple will always have its die-hard fans who love everything about the brand, but they are also drawing new fans with the Apple Pay feature. Apple pay is available in the U.S., Canada, UK, China, and Australia. Apparently, people don’t like to carry around wallets anymore if they don’t have to. Until pupil scanners or […]

June 8th, 2017

Using Touch ID on the iPhone 6 or 6S

iPhone’s Touch ID is a feature right out of science fiction movies brought to reality. The Touch ID is Apple’s fingerprint identity sensor that makes it impossible for another person to access your Apple device because it responds to your personal fingerprint. It is not meant to replace a password, but is instead an added […]

June 8th, 2017

Main Features of the iPhone 6/6S Plus

When iPhone comes out with a new phone, Apple fans take notice. That’s exactly the way it was when Apple came out with the iPhone 6 and 6S. If you are deciding whether you would like to upgrade your previous iPhone to an iPhone 6 or 6S, you probably want a breakdown of some of […]

June 8th, 2017

iPhone 5/5s

How to Backup iPhone 5/5s Contacts to a Computer

If you’ve ever had an issue with your phone where it somehow got damaged unexpectedly, you know how devastating it can be to lose all your important information and contacts. It is so important to back-up your contacts to a computer. There are at least three different methods to do this with your iPhone 5/5s. […]

June 8th, 2017

How to Transfer Data from iPhone 5/5s to iPhone 6/6s

Have you recently upgraded from an iPhone 5 or 5s to an iPhone 6 or 6s? If so, you will probably want to bring your data with you. After all, what is the fun of getting a different iPhone if you have to start over without all of your data that you love? Here are […]

June 8th, 2017

How to Unlock an iPhone 5/5s

What could be better than having a new to you iPhone 5 or 5s? How about having a new to you iPhone 5 or 5s that is unlocked? When an iPhone is unlocked, it means that you are not required to use any specific cell phone network with that phone. You can take that phone with […]

June 8th, 2017

How to Backup iPhone 5/5s to iTunes

The iPhone 5/5s is a smartphone in the Apple line of products. As such, it is designed to work together with other products from Apple. Since many users of Apple products become fans for life and upgrade regularly, they want to be able to take their digital purchases with them. Apple makes it easy for […]

June 8th, 2017

How to use the iPhone 5/5s

How to Make a Phone Call How to use iCloud How to use the App Store How to use SMS How to Enter Contacts How to use the Camera For some people, the iPhone 5 or 5s may seem intimidating to use to begin with. Perhaps you had an iPhone 4 or 4s and you […]

June 8th, 2017
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