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Apple Tips & Tricks
Every new version of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS adds features – and hides many of them so well that even long-time Apple users miss them. On top of that come everyday problems: backups failing, AirDrop refusing to work, Wi-Fi passwords disappearing.
This is where step-by-step guides for exactly those moments live: from setting up a new iPhone to transferring data to uncovering hidden features in iOS and macOS. Every guide is verified against the current version – so the steps are correct when you actually need them.
Topics range from basics for newcomers to specialized features for power users: setting up iCloud properly, pairing an Apple Watch with an iPhone, using Focus modes effectively, resetting old devices for resale. When problems come up, the solution isn't just shown – it's also explained why something goes wrong, so the same issue can be solved independently next time.
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Is your iPhone too close to your face? The Screen Distance feature detects this and automatically protects your eyes from strain.
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macOS tip: Automatically remove files from the Trash and save storage space. Learn how to quickly enable this feature!
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Safari now supports links to highlighted text. Learn step-by-step how to select text and create precise URLs.
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These five iPhone security features protect you better than any app – read now and activate more data protection immediately.
Read moreDetailsPhotos app: Easily stop endless video loops
Here's how to disable the endless loop in the Photos app! Stop automatic video loops with just a few clicks in the settings.
Read moreDetailsAirPods Pro 2 & AirPods 4: How to use Adaptive Audio
Learn how to optimize Adaptive Audio on your AirPods for better sound and comfort in any environment.
Read moreDetailsHow to use Spotlight in macOS Sequoia without AI search
Want to use Spotlight in macOS Sequoia without AI suggestions? Learn how to turn off Apple Intelligence and customize your search.
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