Learn how to delete a software update file that has already been downloaded to your iPhone or iPad if you don’t want to be prompted to install iOS 27, iOS 26, or some other update every day.
How to remove downloaded iOS 27 update file from iPhone
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How to add and remove trusted devices for Apple ID two-factor authentication
A trusted device is an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, where you have previously signed in using your Apple ID. Trusted devices are used to verify your identity when signing in and keep your Apple ID secure with two-factor authentication.
In this tutorial, we will go over trusted devices for Apple ID two-factor authentication, their requirements, and some other pieces of valuable information that you should know.
How to disable suggested contacts on iPhone and Mac
Learn how to turn off suggestions for unsaved contacts on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac that Siri has found in Mail and other apps on your device.
How to know what an emoji means
Learn how to discover the meaning of an emoji on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac instead of guessing what specific emoticons are meant to express.
How to quickly locate a specific setting on your Mac
Just like the familiar Settings application on an iPhone, iPod touch and iPad, the macOS System Preferences is probably the most frequently used application on your Mac.
If you're new to the Mac, System Preferences—much like the Control Panel on Windows—is a one-stop shop for adjusting various settings on your computer. Various settings are categorized into logical sections and laid out as a grid of  preference pane icons.
In this post, we're going to outline five different time-saving ways to jump quickly into any specific setting nested within System Preferences.
How to direct connect an iPhone to an iPad to share photos and videos
It's possible to directly connect an iPhone to an iPad via a Lightning cable. To create a dual-sided Lightning cable, just take a regular Lightning cable and connect the USB end to a Lightning to USB Camera adapter. This, in essence, creates a Lightning to Lightning cable that can be used to directly connect an iPhone to an iPad.
This setup is a novelty to do just because you can. In practice, I find that it adds little value in terms of transmission speed. Still, it's cool that it can be done at all, which is why I thought I'd share it with you.
How to manage quick replies for Apple Watch
Learn how to customize canned responses for Messages, Mail, and Phone apps on your Apple Watch to send quick replies without typing.
Why force quitting apps to save battery life is a terrible idea
You think you're saving battery by force-quitting all your iPhone apps after using them? You're wrong! This is a terrible misconception that we will debunk in this article.
How to quickly select multiple or all photos on iPhone and iPad
You can use a simple swiping gesture to quickly select multiple images in the Photos app on your iPhone or iPad, so you don’t have to spend time tapping each picture individually.
How to check what apps are draining your iPhone battery
Battery usage is always a hot topic among smartphone owners, and although I try not to overthink it, there are times when I'm just curious to find out what apps have been draining my battery the most. iOS and iPadOS make it pretty easy to find out the battery percentage an app uses. Here's how to see details about how individual apps have been impacting your iPhone battery.
How to keep your Apple Watch display on longer
When you tap your Apple Watch screen, the display wakes up and remains lit for 15 seconds. For some users, those 15 seconds might not be enough, so in this tutorial, we will show you how to keep your Apple Watch display one for longer.
Fix “last iCloud backup could not be completed” on iPhone
Check out these troubleshooting tips to fix iCloud backup failing on your iPhone or iPad and get your iOS device to finally back up successfully.