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by: Paul Horowitz If you have some frequently used applications on the Mac that you routinely launch from the Finder, you can customize the Finder toolbar to include those apps.This offers a helpful alternative to launch frequently used apps that is Finder specific, and can be particularly handy for apps that you only use for drag and drop from the Finder, and you don’t want in your Dock. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
by: Jamie Cuevas Apple Watch has the ability to take screenshots, but for new Apple Watch devices and users, the screenshot feature is actually disabled by default.If you wish to enable the screenshot feature on Apple Watch, and learn how to take screenshots on Apple Watch, read along. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
Currently I have two webroot problems, the first is that authentication on my mobile for the new app won’t work and the second is that I cannot log in to the new carbonite system despite setting up an account. Now I am trying to open a ticket for both these problems but when I click on the link I just get An error has occurred on this website The error details are below We have logged this error and will be working to fix it in the next few hours This has been going on for days! I have a one year trial of McAfee on my new laptop and my webroot expires in November and I think its going to be bye bye if they don’t buck their ideas up! Has anyone got any ideas or insight into what is going on please? Many thanks Pamela
What pulled Apple away from Intel? In a new interview, Apple executives Tim Millet and Bob Borchers reveal why the company shifted to making its own Mac chips.Plus, they shed light on what they’re doing to make the Mac a gaming platform once again, how the Apple silicon architecture can make it happen, and when the best time is to buy a new Mac. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
The RSA Conference 2023 has come and gone, but the excitement it brought to our community is still very much alive! As one of the most anticipated events in the cybersecurity world, this year's conference did not disappoint. With a plethora of insightful presentations, captivating booth displays, and cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions showcased, RSA 2023 was a memorable experience for everyone involved. In this post, we'll take you on a visual journey through some of the highlights, featuring snapshots from innovative booths, introductions to our expert presenters, and a not-so brief synopsis of the thought-provoking briefings that I had the privilege of attending. Get ready to dive into the world of cybersecurity and relive the energy that permeated RSA Conference 2023! EXPO HALL The Expo hall at RSA Conference 2023 was a true embodiment of excitement and innovation, buzzing with energy as industry professionals and cybersecurity enthusiasts alike gathered to explore the latest br
by: Jamie Cuevas Want to use ChatGPT on your iPhone? It’s easy to tap into the incredible power of ChatGPT from anywhere, as long as you have your iPhone with you. ChatGPT will generate human-like text and responses that is leaps and bounds far more impressive than anything offered by Siri (or Alexa for that matter), offering you an assistant for virtually anything you can think to ask a question of.Despite what you may have read or heard elsewhere, you do not need to download any apps or use anything particularly fancy to access and use ChatGPT right on your iPhone. Using ChatGPT from iPhone is a lot easier than you may think, so let’s dive in and take a look. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
by: Jamie Cuevas Videos that feature flashing lights or strobe effects can be annoying to almost everyone, but for people with epilepsy those type of videos can be potentially dangerous.The iPhone and iPad have a handy accessibility feature that will automatically detect and dim any flashing lights or strobe effects when seen in videos. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
Time Machine is Apple’s built-in backup software for Mac users, offering an efficient way to keep data safe. However, you might experience issues when trying to copy files to your Time Machine drive. In this article, I’ll explain why this happens and how to address it, as well as other common problems and concerns related to Time Machine. Follow along! ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
Predictive text on an iPhone is sometimes a hit-and-miss. This is especially true when you get a new iPhone. In due course, the keyboard adapts to your typing patterns. Furthermore, all the words you have used so far are saved. It also includes corrected words. From a privacy standpoint, it is always better to regularly clear the iPhone’s keyboard history. This article will demonstrate how you can clear your iPhone keyboard history. As a bonus, we have added a clever hack that prevents iPhones from learning new words. Read on to know more. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
April 27, 2023 2:20 p.m. PT The current version of Windows 10 will be the last, and support for the operating system will end in 2025. The current version of Windows 10 will be the last.James Martin/CNET Microsoft is finished with major updates to Windows 10, the tech giant said in a blog post Thursday. Windows 10 version 22H2 is the current and final version of the operating system, though Microsoft said it will continue to release monthly security updates for all Windows 10 editions until it reaches end of support on Oct. 14, 2025.Existing long-term servicing channel, or LTSC, releases will still receive updates beyond that end of support date, the company said. What does this mean for you? With no new Windows 10 feature updates coming, Microsoft is recommending you transition over to Windows 11. You can still use Windows 10 after the end-of-support date, but without additional security updates after that time, your PC will become more vulnerable to various security risks. Full Stor
by: Paul Horowitz Apple has released new beta versions of system software to users enrolled in the beta testing programs. iOS 16.5 beta 3, iPadOS 16.5 beta 3, and MacOS Ventura 13.4 beta 3 are available now to users who are beta test participants.No major features are expected in iOS 16.5, iPadOS 16.5, or MacOS Ventura 13.4, suggesting the releases will focus on bug fixes and security enhancements. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
by: Paul Horowitz If you’re a Mac user running the latest versions of macOS system software, from Monterey 12, Ventura 13, or later, you can enable an optional Emoji quick-access feature that allows you to summon the Emoji picker instantly with the press of a single key on your Mac keyboard. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
The best way to secure all private media, documents, etc., on your iPhone is to put them together and lock the folder. Unfortunately, the Files app on iOS does not come with a native solution to create password-protected folders. But don’t fret, as we’ll help you lock folders on iPhone so that you can store your documents securely. For those unaware, with iOS 16, the Photos app comes with a Hidden Album where you can store your private images and lock the folder. Moreover, you can even hide the Hidden Album so that it does not appear in the Photos app. Read along to learn how to lock folders on your iPhone. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
by: Paul HorowitzThe Spotify app for Mac defaults to opening itself automatically every time the Mac restarts, boots, or a user logs in to the Mac.If you do not want Spotify to open automatically on the Mac, and you’re running MacOS Ventura, read along to prevent this behavior and stop Spotify from opening itself. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
If you are having issues with your iPad Pro not turning on, there may be a couple of solutions available to you. The device is obviously great for a lot of things, but its greatness really only shines through when the screen is working properly. Depending on how and why your iPad Pro is not turning on, there may be some steps you can take to get it working again.Considering this, I’m going to take a look at some easier solutions to get a screen working again, while also exploring some more serious options. I’m also going to take a look at the infamous “black screen of death”, and cover what users can do if this is occurring. If you’re having issues with your iPad Pro not turning on, it may be an easy fix, or you may find yourself in need of contacting Apple Support, depending on the severity of the situation. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
by: Paul HorowitzYou can now use and pair a Playstation 5 DualSense Edge Controller with your Mac, you can do so rather easily. The pairing and connection process for the PS5 DualSense Edge Controller to the Mac is pretty straightforward, using a standard Bluetooth pairing process. If you’re wondering how to pair and connect a PS5 DualSense Edge controller to your Mac, read along.You will need to be using MacOS Ventura 13.3 or newer to successfully use the PS5 DualSense Edge controller to a Mac. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
by: Paul Horowitz If you’re a Homebrew user who is now experiencing a “zsh: command not found: brew” error message in zsh shell, you’re probably perplexed as to why the brew command line line tool is no longer working.The reason you may be experiencing the command not found error for brew is because the zsh shell is not able to find the brew binary to execute for whatever reason, either because something is awry with your $PATH, or the Homebrew installation, or both. Thus, to fix the brew command not found error, we will perform a series of actions to reinstall Homebrew and then set the path manually if things continue to fail. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
by: Paul Horowitz Wondering how you can add another Mac to Universal Control in MacOS Ventura System Settings? It’s pretty easy, but enabling the feature and connecting a new Mac is a bit different than what you may have been accustomed to in prior MacOS versions.Universal Control is the incredible feature in MacOS that allows you to control multiple Macs with a single keyboard and mouse, effectively linking multiple Macs together. You can even drag and drop files between them, and share the clipboard, making it a serious productivity booster.Let’s walk through how you can add another Mac to connect to Universal Control, linking your keyboard and mouse to that other Mac. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
by: Jamie Cuevas Occasionally, when browsing the web you may see a website fail to load or interrupt with an error message that says “Application error: a client-side exception has occurred (see the browser console for more information).”Let’s dive into what this error message means, and how to fix it in Safari, whether you’re on a Mac, iPhone, iPad, or otherwise. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
Have a bunch of HEIC files you want to batch convert to JPG? Whether you transferred a bunch of photos from iPhone or iPad to a Mac or PC only to realize there could be compatibility issues, or if you downloaded photos shared by someone else and they’re in the HEIC format, you may be wondering how you can bulk convert all the HEIC images to a more compatible image format like JPG. There are several ways to do this, but one of the easiest is with the help of a free app. ★★ Full Article ★★
Here’s another perennial issue that you may have experienced already while using your Mac. I’m talking about the copy and paste function not working on Mac. If this hasn’t happened to you yet, well and good. But if it did and you don’t know what to do about it, read along through this quick tutorial on how to fix when you’re unable to copy and paste text or items on your Mac. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
For those using macOS Ventura, they may be curious how to set preferred networks within the operating system. Unfortunately, I have some bad news for them, as the tried and true methods have been removed within the operating system. While there is a fix, many users are likely not going to be happy with this solution. Keep reading to find out more.Prior to macOS Ventura, users may have been familiar with going to their Advanced Network Preferences and simply dragging and dropping their preferred networks in an order that works for them. Unfortunately, the recent changes to macOS Ventura no longer allows for this. If you’re using an older versions of macOS, you’re still able to do this, but with Ventura, you’re going to have to take a different route. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
For those looking to use multiple headphones with a Mac, here’s your solution. Whether you’re simply trying to listen to music with a friend and don’t want to cause a distraction, or you’re attempting to record a podcast with multiple people, being able to connect multiple headphones to a Mac is going to be crucial for a lot of users. Fortunately, there’s only a couple of things you’re going to need. For the most part, the process is going to be a breeze. Though, there are certain things users should know. Considering that, let’s take a look at how to connect multiple Bluetooth headphones, while also briefly talking about how to connect multiple wired headphones as well. I’ll explain why I think you should go with Bluetooth headphones over wired headphones, and I think most users will agree that the process is far more simpler that going with headphones that use wires. Let’s dive in. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
by: Paul Horowitz Sometimes when adding an event to Calendar on iPhone or iPad, you may unintentionally add the event to the calendar on your local device, rather than to iCloud. This is often why a calendar event appears to not sync with other Apple devices, because if the event is stored in a calendar set to “On My iPhone” or “On My iPad” rather than iCloud, it will not sync between your devices.Similarly, if a calendar event is set on a local calendar, you will not see the option to send an invite to that calendar event as the ‘Invitees’ feature is unavailable for local calendars, and only used for iCloud calendars.If you want to learn how to change a calendar event from “On My iPhone” or “On My iPad” to iCloud, read on. ⇨⇨ Full Article ⇦⇦
