As the announcement blog post notes, the company admits that “one major piece of feedback we’ve heard from users over the years was the complexity in dealing with lost or stolen devices that had Google Authenticator installed”. As mentioned, codes generated by the Authenticator are stored on a single device, and losing it meant losing the ability to log into any service that relied on the Authenticator for its 2FA needs....
Apple and Goldman Sachs entered into a partnership in around February 2019 when the tech company announced Apple Card along with its now popular services like Apple TV+, Apple Arcade, Apple News, and more at an event that focused solely on services. Journey of Apple Card Apple Card was simply a credit card that allowed users to check their credit lines and apply for a credit card without sending a hard inquiry to the credit bureau....
HomePod 2nd gen vs HomePod 1st gen vs mini – Spec comparison HomePod 1st gen was unable to fulfill the users’ expectations at $349. Later the HomePod mini somehow provided a better listening experience, but that was not up to the mark. Apple has now infused multiple technologies, especially machine learning to enhance functionality. So, is the new HomePod worth it? Let’s find out by comparing the specs first. HomePod 2nd gen vs HomePod vs mini – Key differences Apple stopped making the original HomePod for poor market performance and focused more on the HomePod mini....
Luckily, you don’t have to rename files one by one on macOS. In this article, I’ll show you how to batch rename multiple items on Mac using Finder. How to rename multiple files at once on Mac When you want to rename a single file, you can click the name two times to enter edit mode, give it a new name, and hit Return. But when you have multiple files that you want to rename, this can be time-consuming....
Ensure you already have the images or icons you want to set as an app icon. The customized app icons will not show notification badges. You won’t be changing the default iOS app icons. Instead, you’ll make shortcuts on your iPhone homescreen with a custom icon to launch that app. How to customize app icons on iPhone You will see the App Shortcut with the desired app icon you set on the iPhone Home screen....
Microfiber cloth (lint-free or non-abrasive cloth) Cotton swabs Clean water On a positive note, you can clean your Apple Watch easily, even if covered with dust or sweat. In this guide, I’ll show you how to clean your Apple Watch properly without damaging anything. Things to do before cleaning Apple Watch How to safely clean your Apple Watch Things to do before cleaning Apple Watch Before you start cleaning your Apple Watch, here are a few things that you need to do:...
How to Hide or Unhide Purchased Music on iPhone and iPad Hide or Unhide Purchased Music on Mac How to Delete Your Purchased Music on iPhone or iPad Delete Your Purchased Music from Music App or iTunes on Mac Before you go ahead: If you think it’s better to hide a song than delete it, you can do so using the steps mentioned below. The song you hide won’t appear in your music library on all your devices running on the same Apple ID, except it is already downloaded on a device....
Previously, Instagram used to recommend posts in Explore tab. Such posts are represented by a label at the top; apparently marking them as recommended. They work very much like sponsored posts and appear in a row instead of just one. How to Hide Recommended Posts in Instagram Feed Instagram has rolled out “Recommended for You” feature in the latest version of the app. Before following the below-mentioned steps, make sure have the latest version of the app installed on your device....
How to hide your active status on Instagram via browser To start, open Instagram on your web browser (Chrome or Safari) and follow these steps to hide your Instagram active Status: How to turn off active status in Instagram on iPhone or Android What happens after turning off Instagram’s active status? Once you hide your active status on Instagram, the default green dot on your profile disappears. So people can’t tell anymore whether you’re online....
It is compatible with both Intel and Apple Silicon chips M1/M2 Macs Available for macOS Big Sur and later Xcode is a pre-requisite What is Homebrew on Mac? Homebrew is a lightweight open-source software package management system for Mac. You can use the program to install and administer numerous command-line utilities and apps on your Mac. However, according to the software creators, “Homebrew is a software that installs the stuff you need, but Apple didn’t....
Optimize Storage is Apple’s built-in storage cleanup tool to manage Mac storage efficiently. First introduced in macOS Sierra, it consists of four important components: Store in iCloud, Optimize Storage, Empty Bin Automatically, and Reduce Clutter, which you can use selectively or all at once. Since, you are clear with the basics, let’s begin with the process… How to Access Optimize Storage on Mac How to Use Store in iCloud on Mac Stop Syncing Desktop and Documents Folders to iCloud on Mac How to Stop Storing Your Photos in iCloud How to Disable Messages in iCloud on Mac Use Optimize Storage on Mac to Automatically Remove Movies and Shows How to Turn OFF Optimize Storage on your Mac Empty Mac Bin Automatically Disable Empty Bin Automatically on Mac Delete Useless Files from Mac...
How to Rotate a Video on iPhone and iPad Rotate a Video on iPhone and iPad Using iMovie How to rotate video on iPhone and iPad Rotate video on iPhone Using iMovie Signing Off!! 1080p can be used as the appropriate export size to export your iMovie video to iPhone as long as one of the clips in your project was originally created in one of these formats. If you enjoy shooting videos on your iPhone, it’s a good idea to stay up to date and edit your videos like a pro....
Amazingly, that’s not all! Apple Watch will employ special tricks to enhance the photo and make it look more appealing and interactive. If you want to explore the Portrait watch faces and see what you can do with it, keep reading! What is Portraits watch face?How to set portrait photos as Apple Watch faceCustomizations supported by Portraits watch faceHands-on with Portraits watch face What is Portraits watch face? Portrait mode is amongst the coolest feature of the iPhone camera....
There are multiple ways to add up to five members (excluding themselves) to a Family Sharing group. You can either make a Family Group or add members to an existing one. Here’s how to add members to Family Sharing using iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Things to note about Family Sharing How to start a family group and invite people How to join a family group in Family Sharing Things to note about Family Sharing You can only join one Family group with one Apple ID....
Note: You can split-screen on all Macs running OS X El Capitan or later. How to do split screen on MacmacOS Catalina or latermacOS Mojave or earlierUsing Mac Mission ControlHow to access other apps in Split View on MacHow to adjust Split Screen View on MacHow to exit Split Screen View on Mac How to do split screen on Mac macOS Catalina or later macOS Mojave or earlier If your Mac runs macOS Mojave, High Sierra, Sierra, or El Capitan, follow the steps mentioned below to use the Split View on your Mac....
Well, you’re on the right page. Recovery Mode was launched in 2010 with the release of OS X 10.7 Lion to let users play geek when their Macs need it most. Let’s walk through this step-by-step guide to start your Mac in recovery mode. What is Mac Recovery Mode? How to boot a Mac in Recovery Mode? Does Recovery Mode delete everything on a Mac? How to exit Mac Recovery Mode How to open Terminal on Mac in Recovery Mode What to do If Recovery Mode doesn’t work on Mac?...
Your Apple Watch has an AirPlay audio icon in its Control Center (accessed by swiping up from the watch screen’s bottom). This makes it possible to choose which device you want to play music from. Here’s how to use AirPlay on your Apple Watch. Understand what AirPlay on Apple Watch is and its limitations How to use AirPlay on Apple Watch How to use the AirPlay icon to choose devices connected to iPhone Control HomePod using your Apple Watch...
What is Family Passwords in iOS 17? How to share passwords or passkeys safely with family in iOS 17 How to access and edit your shared password group in iOS 17 What is Family Passwords in iOS 17? Family Sharing receives enhancements with each iOS update, and this time it got the most crucial access – passwords and passkeys. To use the latest feature, you need to create a Family Passwords Group on your iPhone and decide the credentials you wish to share with them....
What is Presenter Overlay? How to use Presenter Overlay in macOS 14 Sonoma Customizations available in Presenter Overlay What are the benefits of using Presenter Overlay? What is Presenter Overlay? Presenter Overlay is a cool new feature rolled out with macOS Sonoma that lets you be seen on video calls even when you’re presenting your screen. It puts a small floating picture of you on the screen so that you can move around....
I use this feature extensively as it is quick and saves time. Let me show you how to use text shortcuts on your iPhone or iPad for any words or sentences you like. How to create own keyboard shortcuts on iPhoneEdit keyboard shortcuts on iPhone or iPadHow to delete text shortcuts on iPhoneReset your personal dictionary How to create own keyboard shortcuts on iPhone From now, whenever you type your created shortcut like wu and hit the space bar, the sentence will be typed automatically....
