The September 2018 release of the iOS 12 software update brought an easier way for iPhone owners to retry Face IDÂ following an unsuccessful unlock attempt on the Lock screen.
How to retry Face ID following a failed facial scan on the Lock screen
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Running the latest iOS edition helps protect your devices from malware and any known exploits that would put your private data at risk of being hijacked by malicious apps.
To ensure your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch are up to date, turn on the Automatic Updates option to have the latest version of the iOS software download and install automatically when available.
How to hide red notification badges on iPhone app icons
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How to upgrade, downgrade, or cancel your iCloud storage plan from iPhone, iPad, Mac, or PC
You get 5 GB of free iCloud storage with your Apple ID. This free 5 GB of cloud storage remains the same even if you buy more Apple devices and add them to the same Apple ID. The only way to get more iCloud storage is by upgrading to a paid iCloud+ subscription.
In this tutorial, we tell you how to upgrade, downgrade, or cancel your iCloud subscription.
How to share files, images and links across your devices with Pushbullet
While it can be easy to share files, images, and links across your devices, you likely use different apps for that. For instance, you may use Photo Stream for images and Safari for links. However, if you want to use just one simple app that not only lets you share across your mobile devices, but your computers and browsers too, then check out Pushbullet.
As a longtime fan of Pushbullet, this easy-to-use application lets you share items between your devices instantly. With the push of a button, you can share to several spots at one time or to a single device, and it’s all done securely. If you are ready to dig into Pushbullet, here’s how to get started and use it.
How to minimize an email draft in Mail app for iPhone
Have you ever been composing or replying to an email in Apple’s Mail app when a message comes in that you want to read right away? Or, maybe you want to check another message you received before replying but have already started the draft.
If this has happened to you, you probably saved the email you were working on in your Drafts and then went back to it later. But you don’t have to do this because there is an easier way. You can minimize the message you’re composing and pop it back open quickly when you are ready to finish it, and here’s how.
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Learn how to show upcoming birthdays for family and friends in Apple Calendar on an iPhone, iPad, Mac, and the web so you never forget to congratulate them again.
How to use IFTTT to track App Store apps
IFTTT is convenient app that lets you automate simple to complex tasks. For just some of the things you can do with it, check out our IFTTT section if you are new to the app.
But, if you already take advantage of IFTTT, why not let it help you find the apps or games you want on the App Store? Whether it’s a sale on a game you’ve been waiting for, an update to your favorite email app, or searches for apps in a particular category, you can take care of it automatically with IFTTT’s Applets and here’s how.
See where Apple Books are stored on Mac and get EPUB files
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