Apple is holding its “Surprise and Shine” event today, September 9, with the presentation starting at 10 a.m. PT, or 10:30 p.m. IST in India. Apple will stream the event online for free, so you can watch it on an iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Windows PC, Android device, or most smart TVs with an […]

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iPhone and Apple Watch users can add their passport to the Apple Wallet app — and in some states, their driver’s license. Here’s how.

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Always running late? Change your Apple Watch time to set it a few minutes ahead of the actual time to trick yourself into punctuality.

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With automatic mail categorization in Apple Mail, you can organize your emails and keep your inbox less cluttered.

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Apple kept Split View side-by-side multitasking in iPadOS 26, despite what you might have read. And setting it up is really easy.

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If you want to know the fastest and easiest way to send someone photos, videos, files and so, so much more, you should know how to AirDrop.

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Have you been asking yourself this question lately, “Why is my Mac running slowly?” If yes, you’re one of a number of users who encounter the problem wherein their computer starts to slow down. It’s a perennial question that we all ask ourselves at some point after using our Macs for a while. It’s ironic […]

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After years of using a Mac, these overlooked macOS features have become essential to my daily workflow. They eliminate repetitive tasks.

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Apple has built a reputation for robust security features, so understandably, seeing an urgent pop-up saying your iPhone has been hacked can feel nerve-wracking. This deceptive tactic, often disguised as a security alert, is designed to trick users into taking harmful actions. It’s highly unlikely that your iPhone has already been compromised. However, carelessly interacting […]

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When you try to open an app downloaded outside of the App Store, your Mac might block it with a warning like “macOS cannot verify that this app is free from malware.” And depending on your macOS version, you might also see messages like “the developer cannot be verified” or “unidentified developer.” Sometimes it’s just […]

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Traveling is a lot easier if you can track your stuff with AirTags in your luggage. Make sure your bag stays with you all along your journey.

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Version 26.6 is out, so it's time to check your HomePod Software update status. Here’s how to ensure your smart speaker is up to date.

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Make a quick tweak to the settings on your iPhone, and a Bluetooth speaker will never again steal the audio from your AirPods.

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It's easy to turn Live Photos into one continuous video that you can save and share to social media, right from the Photos app.

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If you want to spice up and individualize your Apple Watch, here are the best and coolest faces out of the dozens of options.

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In a pinch, you can charge AirPods with an iPhone, and even juice up an Apple Watch or another iPhone. Here's how to do it.

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You can ping a lost Apple Watch from your iPhone. The reverse has always been one of the best uses of an Apple Watch.

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Learn how to use Apple's Share Item Location feature on AirTag to securely track lost luggage and provide airlines with its exact position.

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The first iOS 27 public beta is almost here. While the launch could come any day, it's more likely to still be weeks away. Here's why.

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Tired of bugs and glitches on your iPhone? Ready to downgrade from an iOS 27 beta to iOS 26? Here’s everything you need. It's easy!

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