Apps

How to download and add Apple Loops to songs in GarageBand

Sandy Writtenhouse ∙ Updated June 16, 2022

Whether you’ve used GarageBand before or are completely new and just learning, Apple Loops can help you build or enhance your creations. These handy little bits of music come in all forms, from drums to guitar to vocals, and beyond. Some loops are there waiting to be picked by you, while others may need to be downloaded. So depending on the type of song you’re composing, you might want to toss one in or start right off with one. Either way, we’re going to help you out.

This tutorial shows you how to download and add Apple Loops to your songs in GarageBand.

Mixmax boosts productivity with new Gmail features

Nick Logan ∙ August 22, 2019

Email is supposed to simplify communication, but it can easily become unruly. Thousands of messages piling up with no order or easy way to sort them out; productivity grinds to a stand-still unless you're dedicating tons of time to curating your inbox. Or, you can use Mixmax, a browser-extension productivity suite for Gmail that seriously simplifies email.

The best free Apple Watch shopping list apps

Sandy Writtenhouse ∙ August 21, 2019

Don’t you just love it when you head to the store for a handful of items and forget one of them? If you make a shopping list then you can be sure that won’t happen again. And to make sure that list is always with you when you go to the store, put it on your Apple Watch.

These are the best, free Apple Watch shopping list apps for groceries and more.

How to add and edit movie titles in iMovie on Mac, iPhone, and iPad

Sandy Writtenhouse ∙ Updated June 30, 2025

The title is an important part of the movie you create in the iMovie app on Mac, iPad, or iPhone. Whether it's short and sweet or long and descriptive, the title, as you know, lets others know what the overall movie is about.

You can add a title to your movie at any point during its creation, and you have some terrific tools for making the title appear as you like. This tutorial shows you how to add and edit a title in iMovie on your Mac, iPad, or iPhone.

How to create a new project in iMovie on iPhone, iPad, and Mac

Sandy Writtenhouse ∙ Updated April 5, 2023

The iMovie app on iOS and Mac is one of those apps you only open if you really need it. And many people delete it just to save storage space. But if you are interested in creating some movie magic on your device, then there’s no better way than with iMovie. And the best place to start is with how to create a new project. So, open iMovie on iPhone, iPad, or Mac and follow along!

How to sort, organize, and search in the Mail app on Mac

Sandy Writtenhouse ∙ Updated August 13, 2025

Learn how to efficiently sort, organize, and search your emails in the Apple Mail app of your Mac so you can stay on top of your inbox and quickly find what you need.

LifeWheel, Worrydolls, about:blank, and other apps to check out this weekend

Cody Lee ∙ Updated April 16, 2024

In this edition of our Apps of the Week roundup, we have apps aimed at helping you achieve your goals and deal with anxiety, and a website blocker to help keep you on task. And as always, we've selected two great new games for you to check out.

Retro review: Angry Birds 2

Sergio Velasquez ∙ August 16, 2019

Who would have thought that such a simple game with some birds with anger issues would have become so big that ended up getting spin-offs, animated series, and even movies? I'm talking of course about the Angry Birds franchise, a simple game about birds trying to recover their eggs from a gang of piggies that want to eat them. Not the smartest plot, but it worked at the time.

Now, almost 10 years later, the birds' franchise is still around. And with a sequel that no one asked for, to a movie that no one asked for releasing in theaters, I wanted to do something special for this occasion. That's why we'll be taking a look at Angry Birds 2.

How to easily work with columns in Pages on Mac

Sandy Writtenhouse ∙ Updated December 11, 2024

Learn how to insert and use columns in Pages on Mac to change the layout of your documents.

How to customize fonts and colors in the Mail app on Mac

Sandy Writtenhouse ∙ Updated August 25, 2025

Learn how to personalize Apple Mail on the Mac by customizing fonts and colors of your emails, inboxes, message lists and other places in the app.

Save big with these Sid Meier’s Civilization game deals

Nick Logan ∙ Updated August 21, 2019

Everybody wants to rule the world. Sid Meier's Civilization is the premier turn-based strategy game, and millions have created their own empires to try their hand at conquering the globe. Civilization sets itself apart from other strategy games with its robust simulation of culture, diplomacy, economics, and war.

The best Apple TV apps for cooking and kitchen skills

Sandy Writtenhouse ∙ August 14, 2019

We can’t all be Chef Ramsay in the kitchen, and for many people cooking is a struggle. So if you own an Apple TV and are ready to learn some basic skills, find easy dishes to create, or just brush up on baking or grilling, you came to the right place.

These are the best Apple TV apps for cooking and kitchen skills.