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How to use the overhauled Reminders app on iOS

Reminders iOS 13 iPhone

With so many cool updates to apps like Safari, Photos, and Files with iOS 13, Apple gave the Reminders app a nice facelift as well. Along with an improved look is enhanced functionality that is long overdue.

So, what’s new in Reminders? Let’s explore the new features and how to use this overhauled Reminders app on iOS.

The best free Apple Watch shopping list apps

Grocery Store Produce

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.

The best free Apple Watch to-do list apps

Apple Watch to-do list apps - Todoist

Using an app to keep track of tasks is one of the most useful ways to use your devices. And if you own an Apple Watch, being to see your to-dos and mark them as complete is really convenient. There are plenty of task list tools on the App Store and many work with your Apple Watch, but which ones don’t cost a fortunate and are worth the effort?

These are three of the best free Apple Watch to-do list apps for getting things done.

How to use your iPhone shopping and to-do lists with Alexa

Alexa Shopping List AnyList iPhone

You can do some really cool stuff with your iPhone and the Alexa app for your Amazon smart speaker. You can use Alexa to find your phone, listen to Apple Music, manage your iCloud Calender, and more. So, why not use this combination of devices to keep up with your lists?

Depending on which iPhone shopping or task list app you use, you might be able to take advantage of it with Alexa. Here’s how to use your iPhone lists with Alexa and your Amazon speaker.

How to customize lists in Pages on iPhone and iPad

Customize Lists Pages iOS

When you work with Pages on your iPhone or iPad, the most convenient features need to be there just like they are when you work with Pages on your Mac. And luckily, Apple is adding more to Pages for iOS all the time.

With a recent update, you can now create custom bullets, choose from new bullet styles, and make your lists in Pages more attractive. Here’s how to customize lists in Pages on iPhone and iPad.

The best shopping list apps for iPhone

Shopping List Apps for iPhone - AnyList

Some people still use a pen and paper to make their shopping lists. But those can easily be forgotten at home when you leave for the store. And, what if someone else is going to do the shopping? Wouldn’t it be handy to share the list right to their device?

If you’re in the market for a digital solution, here are the best shopping list apps for iPhone.

How to create an App Store wish list with Notes or Lookmark

App Store Wish List in Notes iPhone

Maybe you’ve noticed, or perhaps you haven’t, but with the release of iOS 11 came the disappearance of the App Store Wish List feature. It didn’t make its way back in iOS 12, so if you’re still hoping for that wish list to keep track of apps you want, you do have other options.

Here’s how to create an App Store wish list with Notes as well as a third-party app called Lookmark.

How to create drop-down lists in Excel on Mac

Excel drop down list on Mac

Using custom lists in Microsoft Excel on your Mac makes tedious data entry relatively quick and easy. Drop-down lists are no different; you can create one in just a few clicks.

Drop-down lists in Excel are ideal for limiting the options for cell entries. They come in handy for selecting items like colors, sizes, products, people, days, and so much more.

Here’s how to quickly create a drop-down list in Excel on Mac.

How to create reusable custom lists in Excel on Mac

Excel Custom Lists Populated

Along with its robust features like automatic calculations, conditional formatting, charts, and such, Microsoft Excel offers some simple features that can save you time.

One of these features is the ability to create custom lists. Custom lists can be used over and over on your spreadsheets. This is handy for things you use often like product, employee, or attribute lists.

Here’s how to easily create and use custom lists in Excel.

How to create and format lists in Stickies for Mac

Stickies on Mac Desktop

The Stickies app on Mac is a convenient tool for creating digital notes. You can pop Stickies onto your desktop just like you can put physical sticky notes on your desk.

While it’s a really simple app that comes in handy, it does offer a list feature that makes it even more practical. You can make lists for tasks, shopping, ideas, and more. Here’s how to create and format lists in your Stickies.

5 alternatives to a SIM eject tool for easy SIM removal

SIM eject tools are useful for getting SIM cards out of iPhones and iPads, and honestly, I would recommend everyone who owns one of these devices carry at least one of them at all times, whether in your wallet or on a key ring.

Of course, there are always those times when you're out and about and don't have a SIM eject tool with you when you really need one. So what alternatives can you use instead?

In this piece, we'll talk about five alternatives to a SIM eject tool you can use to get the SIM card out of your iPhone, iPad, or Android phone.

Heads Up and Facebook Messenger among most downloaded iOS apps in 2014

Apple has shared some cumulative end-of-the-year lists for best performing iOS apps of 2014. The lists, which have been posted in the App Store, include top paid apps for iPhone and iPad, top free apps for iPhone and iPad, and the top grossing apps for iPhone and iPad.

There aren't too many surprises here, with familiar names like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat ranking high. Still, it's interesting to see which titles had major success this year, and which ones didn't. Below you'll find the top 10 apps from each of the categories.