Category Archives: iOS Tips and Tricks

iOS 9: Help with how to fix a crashing app on iPhone, iPad (Mini), and iPod Touch

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iOS 9: Help with how to fix a crashing app on iPhone, iPad (Mini), and iPod Touch

This article explains for iOS 9: Help with how to fix a crashing app on iPhone, iPad (Mini), and iPod Touch. One of the most frustrating things when using an iPhone, iPad (Mini), or iPod Touch is when an app crashes.  Apps crash for various reasons. Many times the app crashes because there is some bug that the developers did not catch. Sometimes, the app can have data that is corrupted. Other times the cause of an app crashing is simply because their is not enough available memory when the app is launched. Regardless of the cause, the frustration is still Continue Reading →

How to legally unlock your AT&T iPhone 4, 4S, 5, 5s, 5c

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How to legally unlock your AT&T iPhone 4, 4S, 5, 5s, 5c

This article will explain how to legally unlock your AT&T iPhone 4, 4S, 5, 5s, and 5c. It is actually quite easy to do and once your device is legally unlocked, it will remain unlocked from that point on. You will then be able to use your iPhone on another GSM network in the US – such as a carrier like T-Mobile – or on any international GSM network around the world. This unlock will turn your iPhone into an international phone that can be used around the world with local sim cards. There are a few requirements that must Continue Reading →

How to move or hide app icons on Apple TV

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In this post, I’ll overview how to move or hide app icons on the Apple TV. Recently, Apple has added many new apps and features to its Apple TV streaming media box. Apps added just this year include iTunes Radio, HBO GO, Disney Channel, Disney XD, Disney Junior, Smithsonian Channel, Sky News, Watch ESPN, MLS Live, Vevo, WSJ Live, The Weather Channel, and Crunchyroll. Quite a list! With all this added functionality, the Apple TV is a much more compelling product than ever before. However, without the option to create folders for these apps like on iOS your Apple TV’s Continue Reading →

How to set up Apple TV by tapping with iPhone, iPad (mini), or iPod Touch

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A recent update to the Apple TV includes a new feature that allows you to perform the initial setup of your Apple TV (3rd generation) by physically tapping the device with your iPhone, iPad (mini), or iPod Touch running iOS 7. In this post, we’ll walk through how to do just that. If you’ve just purchased an Apple TV, using this process to set it up will save a lot of time and effort! Requirements – First, as mentioned earlier, in order to set up your Apple TV by tapping it with your device running iOS 7 you’ll need a Continue Reading →

Apple introduces Video sharing via Photo Stream in iOS 7 and Apple TV 6.0

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Apple introduces video sharing via Photo Stream in iOS 7 and Apple TV 6.0. When Apple first announced Photo Stream back in 2011, many were disappointed that it was only limited to photos. In the past, there hasn’t been a way to share videos via iCloud, till now. With iOS 7 and Apple TV OS 6.0, you can now upload a video to a shared photo stream (quality is reduced to 720p). The coolest part about this is that videos added to a shared photo stream do not count against your iCloud storage limit. This means that you could download Continue Reading →

iOS 7 Tips: How to close Safari Tabs on iPhone and iPod Touch

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iOS 7 Tips: How to close Safari Tabs on iPhone

iOS 7 includes a completely redesigned Safari App including a new and simple way for how to close Safari tabs on the iPhone. Overall, the app is more immersive, minimizing the URL at the top of the screen and fading the navigation controls as you scroll down. You can also have an unlimited number of tabs open at the same time. There is an easy way to close tabs. Here is how: 1. Tap the bottom right button in Safari to reveal all your open tabs. 2. Once the tabs are visible, simply swipe the tab off to the left. Continue Reading →

How to close Multitasking Apps in iOS 7

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iOS 7 App Switcher on iPhone, iPad (Mini), iPod Touch lets you close multiple apps at once

With iOS 7 now being officially released, there are lots of questions about how to use and access the new features. One common question is how to close multitasking apps from the multitasking tray in iOS 7 on iPhone, iPad (Mini), and iPod Touch. This is a huge improvement from iOS 6 and is now much easier. All you need to do to close multitasking apps in iOS 7 is follow these simple steps: 1. Double tap the Home Button to Activate the Multitasking Tray – this will reveal the new Multitasking view with App Icons and App Window Previews. Continue Reading →

iOS 7 is now available! Here are the top 10 new features…

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iOS 7 is now available! Here are the top 10 new features...

Apple today released iOS 7 to the general public! iOS 7 brings a shiny new look and over 200 new features to the iPhone, iPad (Mini), and iPod Touch. Here are a few my favorites: Control Center – This is an entirely new way to access some of the most used toggles and settings on the iPhone, iPad (Mini), and iPod Touch. Control Center has toggles for Airplane Mode, Bluetooth, WiFi, Do Not Disturb, and Rotation Lock. In addition, you gain quick access to the Camera App, Calculator App, Timer, and Flashlight. One of the best parts about control center Continue Reading →

Review – Apple TV (3rd Generation)

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This post reviews the Apple TV (3rd Generation), Apple’s $99 internet streaming box designed to fill your home with great entertainment.  I recently got an Apple TV and have been using it in my home for about a month.  I’ll give my impression of setting up the Apple TV, walk through the device’s main features, and then overview the pros and cons I’ve found since using it. The Apple TV I received was a refurbished model.  If there are any in stock, I really recommend going the refurbished route if you decide to purchase an Apple TV.  Apple’s refurbished products Continue Reading →

Gazelle – A Great Way to Sell Your Old iPhone

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Are you planning on upgrading your iPhone this fall? Maybe you’re coming up on the end of your 2-year contract with your carrier and you’re looking for an easy way to sell your old device and upgrade to the new iPhone 5S or 5C. There’s a problem, though. When Apple releases their new iPhone models, the resale value of the old ones will immediately plummet. What to do? Good news! A company called Gazelle has your back! Gazelle purchases used cell phones, tablets, mp3 players, and Mac computers. Ahead of Apple’s likely September 10th reveal of its new iPhone models, Continue Reading →