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November 26, 2025

Updated Passwords App Adds History

November 26, 2025/ Tom Puls
Updated Passwords App Adds History

Apple’s Passwords app can now show your password history in macOS 26 Tahoe, iOS 26, and iPadOS 26, helping you track down why that “correct” password isn’t working.

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November 26, 2025/ Tom Puls/
macOS, iOS, iPadOS, Mac, iPad, iPhone
November 19, 2025

How to Customize the iPhone and iPad Home Screen with Liquid Glass

November 19, 2025/ Tom Puls
How to Customize the iPhone and iPad Home Screen with Liquid Glass

Apple’s new Liquid Glass design lets you make iPhone and iPad icons and widgets dark, clear, or tinted. Discover how to access these customization options and see if they enhance your Home Screen.

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November 19, 2025/ Tom Puls/
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iOS, iPhone, iPad, iPadOS
November 10, 2025

What’s Liquid Glass, and What to Do If You Don’t Like It

November 10, 2025/ Tom Puls
What’s Liquid Glass, and What to Do If You Don’t Like It

Apple’s new Liquid Glass interface brings semi-transparent, floating controls to all your devices. Here’s what that means and how to customize it to optimize your experience.

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November 10, 2025/ Tom Puls/
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iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, visionOS, iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro
October 20, 2025

Apple Adds M5 Chip to MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro

October 20, 2025/ Tom Puls
Apple Adds M5 Chip to MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro

Apple has brought its new M5 chip to the MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro, boosting performance but changing little else. The updates maintain existing designs and price points.

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October 20, 2025/ Tom Puls/
Article
Mac, iPad, Vision Pro
October 13, 2025

When Should You Subscribe to AppleCare?

October 13, 2025/ Tom Puls
When Should You Subscribe to AppleCare?

Wondering if AppleCare is worth it for your Apple devices? Get clear guidance on coverage options, including details about the new AppleCare One plan that could save you money.

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October 13, 2025/ Tom Puls/
Article
Apple Watch, iPhone, iMac, iPad, Apple TV, AirPods
October 01, 2025

Recovering from a Failed Update with a Nearby iPhone or iPad

October 01, 2025/ Tom Puls
Recovering from a Failed Update with a Nearby iPhone or iPad

If your iPhone 16 or A17 Pro iPad mini gets stuck during an update, Apple’s new recovery feature lets you use a nearby iPhone or iPad to get back up and running.

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October 01, 2025/ Tom Puls/
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iPhone, iPad
September 17, 2025

Apple Introduces AppleCare One for Multi-Device Coverage

September 17, 2025/ Tom Puls
Apple Introduces AppleCare One for Multi-Device Coverage

Apple’s new AppleCare One plan allows you to cover multiple devices under a single subscription and even add devices up to 4 years old. At $19.99 per month for three devices, it could save you money and simplify your AppleCare coverage.

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September 17, 2025/ Tom Puls/
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iPhone, iPad, AirPods, Mac
July 23, 2025

Make Apple Devices Easier for Family to Access with Secondary Biometrics

July 23, 2025/ Tom Puls
Make Apple Devices Easier for Family to Access with Secondary Biometrics

Make accessing your iPhone, iPad, and Mac easier for trusted family members by setting them up so they can use Touch ID or Face ID.

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July 23, 2025/ Tom Puls/
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iPhone, iPad, Mac, passwords
June 11, 2025

At WWDC 2025, Apple Unveils Liquid Glass and Previews New OS Features

June 11, 2025/ Tom Puls
At WWDC 2025, Apple Unveils Liquid Glass and Previews New OS Features

At its Worldwide Developer Conference, Apple unveiled the first major interface change to its operating systems in many years, along with a boatload of new features, many powered by Apple Intelligence. Here are a few of our favorites.

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June 11, 2025/ Tom Puls/
Article
iPadOS, iPad, iPhone, iOS, watchOS, Apple Watch
May 28, 2025

Apple Says More Personalized Siri Will Be Delayed

May 28, 2025/ Tom Puls
Apple Says More Personalized Siri Will Be Delayed

If, like us, you’ve been eager to try the Apple Intelligence-enhanced version of Siri that Apple announced at its Worldwide Developer Conference in 2024, we’re sorry to say that we all have longer to wait.

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May 28, 2025/ Tom Puls/
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Siri, Apple Intelligence, iPhone, iPad, Mac
November 06, 2024

New Seventh-Generation iPad mini Adds A17 Pro for Apple Intelligence

November 06, 2024/ Tom Puls
New Seventh-Generation iPad mini Adds A17 Pro for Apple Intelligence

Apple has updated the iPad mini with an A17 Pro chip for Apple Intelligence, along with more storage, faster connectivity, and support for the Apple Pencil Pro. It’s still $499 and remains an excellent option for anyone wanting a smaller iPad.

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November 06, 2024/ Tom Puls/
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iPad
July 10, 2024

Apple Explains Its Approach to Device Longevity

July 10, 2024/ Tom Puls
Apple Explains Its Approach to Device Longevity

Apple has published a white paper that offers an illuminating look at how the company works to increase device longevity while balancing environmental impact, protecting customer privacy and safety, and enabling transparency in repair.

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July 10, 2024/ Tom Puls/
Tips
Mac, iPhone, iPad
July 02, 2024

Prep Your Tech for Travel

July 02, 2024/ Tom Puls
Prep Your Tech for Travel

Planning a vacation this summer? A little tech prep can help ensure that your devices don’t let you down while you’re away. We have advice for what to bring, essential apps, and more.

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July 02, 2024/ Tom Puls/
Articles
Misc, Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
June 19, 2024

Quickly Catalog Books or Other Named Items on Shelves

June 19, 2024/ Tom Puls
Quickly Catalog Books or Other Named Items on Shelves

You can take advantage of Apple’s Live Text feature in Photos to catalog books, boxes, or any other items with text names. Think of it as a lazy person’s ad hoc database.

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June 19, 2024/ Tom Puls/
Tips
Photos, ios, macos, iPad
June 11, 2024

At WWDC, Apple Unveils Apple Intelligence and Previews New OS Features

June 11, 2024/ Tom Puls
At WWDC, Apple Unveils Apple Intelligence and Previews New OS Features

At yesterday’s Worldwide Developer Conference, Apple announced a treasure trove of new features in its upcoming operating system upgrades, including practical, everyday improvements and impressive AI-based capabilities.

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June 11, 2024/ Tom Puls/
Articles
macOS, iOS, visionOS, iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS, Mac, iPad, iPhone, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Apple Intelligence, AI
May 09, 2024

Apple Introduces New iPad Air, iPad Pro, Apple Pencil Pro, and Magic Keyboard

May 09, 2024/ Tom Puls
Apple Introduces New iPad Air, iPad Pro, Apple Pencil Pro, and Magic Keyboard

Apple has released new 11-inch and 13-inch iPad Air and iPad Pro models, plus a new Apple Pencil Pro and Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro. We round up the new features and provide advice on what to consider for your next iPad.

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May 09, 2024/ Tom Puls/
Articles
iPad
March 27, 2024

Send Photos in Messages Faster with This Hidden Shortcut

March 27, 2024/ Tom Puls
Send Photos in Messages Faster with This Hidden Shortcut

It’s not hard to add a photo to a conversation in Messages, but with this tip, it’s even faster and easier!

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March 27, 2024/ Tom Puls/
Tips
iOS, iPadOS, iPhone, iPad
December 05, 2023

The Best Apple Gifts for 2023

December 05, 2023/ Tom Puls
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.

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December 05, 2023/ Tom Puls/
Articles
HomePod, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV, AirTags, AirPods
August 30, 2023

Look Up Apple Device Details in Mactracker

August 30, 2023/ Tom Puls
Look Up Apple Device Details in Mactracker

If you ever need to look up technical details about an Apple product, look no further than the Mactracker app, which provides specifications for every Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod ever made. It’s an indispensable free download.

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August 30, 2023/ Tom Puls/
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Mac, iPhone, iPad, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, Apple TV, watchOS, Apple Watch, tvOS
August 23, 2023

Keep Your Apple Devices Cool in the Summer Heat

August 23, 2023/ Tom Puls
Keep Your Apple Devices Cool in the Summer Heat

As many parts of the world struggle with record heat waves, remember that excessive heat—operating temperatures over 95ºF/35ºC—is harmful to portable electronic devices like the iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. Keep your digital friends cool!

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August 23, 2023/ Tom Puls/
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iOS, iPhone, Mac, iPad
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