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      Tom Rolfe
      January 31, 2023
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      Tom Rolfe
      January 31, 2023
    • Apple Reality Pro – latest details on the immersive headsetApple Reality ProLatest details on the immersive headset

      Tom Rolfe
      January 26, 2023
    • Privacy on iPhone – Apple expands privacy educationPrivacy on iPhoneApple expands privacy education

      Tom Rolfe
      January 25, 2023
    • iOS 16.3 released – update for Security Keys and moreiOS 16.3Update for Security Keys and more

      Tom Rolfe
      January 24, 2023
    • HomePod 2 – Apple announces new smart speakerHomePod 2Apple announces new smart speaker

      Tom Rolfe
      January 18, 2023
    • Surprise! New M2 Macs – see the new MacBook Pro and Mac miniSurprise! New M2 MacsA new MacBook Pro and Mac mini

      Tom Rolfe
      January 17, 2023
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    • The classic app: Pixelmator

      Craig Grannell
      January 30, 2023
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      Craig Grannell
      January 30, 2023
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      Peckish – a food-based social networkPeckishA food-based social network

      Jon Mundy
      January 29, 2023
    • In the Mood – 5 of the best mood tracking appsIn the Mood5 of the best mood tracking apps

      Craig Grannell
      January 26, 2023
    • Job Hunting Apps – 4 ways to further your careerJob Hunting Apps4 ways to further your career

      Jon Mundy
      January 23, 2023
    • Fitness toolkit: build an exercise routine with your iPhoneFitness ToolkitBuild an exercise routine

      Craig Grannell
      January 19, 2023
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      Penbook – highly customizable notebooksPenbookHighly customizable notebooks

      Tom Rolfe
      January 18, 2023
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    • Great Puzzle Games – 5 of the Best iPhone Puzzlers

      Tom Rolfe
      January 19, 2023
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      Tom Rolfe
      January 19, 2023
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      Ninja Must Die – Action-packed autorunnerNinja Must DieAn action-packed autorunner

      Jon Mundy
      January 15, 2023
    • TapSmart Game Awards – the best iPhone and iPad games of 2022Tapsmart Game Awards5 fantastic games from 2022

      Craig Grannell
      December 30, 2022
    • Gaming price drops – 5 great iOS titles on saleNew Year price drops4 great games currently on sale

      Tom Rolfe
      December 21, 2022
    • The classic game: Bit PilotBit PilotRIP to a true App Store classic

      Craig Grannell
      December 16, 2022
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      Vampire Survivors – bullet hell survival done rightVampire SurvivorsBullet hell survival done right

      Jon Mundy
      December 16, 2022
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    • Amazon privacy – how to clear your browsing history

      Tom Rolfe
      January 31, 2023
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      Tom Rolfe
      January 31, 2023
    • Custom ringtones – how to turn mp3s into free tonesCustom ringtonesHow to turn mp3s into free tones

      Jon Mundy
      January 30, 2023
    • Clear your device – tackle your ‘other’ storage spaceClear your deviceTackle your 'other' storage space

      Andy Price
      January 28, 2023
    • Avoiding common scams – how to spot a fake email or textAvoiding common scamsHow to spot a fake email or text

      Tom Rolfe
      January 27, 2023
    • Blank icons – hack your Home Screen layoutBlank iconsHack your Home Screen layout

      Tom Rolfe
      January 26, 2023
    • VPNs for iPhone: what are they and which should you use?VPNs for iPhoneWhat are they and which to choose?

      Craig Grannell
      January 25, 2023
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Guide: Dim the Screen to save power | iOS 9BrightnessDim the Screen to save power

Tom Rolfe
April 29, 2015
Tips & Tricks
The screen is one of the most significant drains on the battery. The good news is, the power the...
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Guide: Stop apps from automatically refreshing | iOS 9Background RefreshStop automatic app refreshing

Tom Rolfe
April 28, 2015
Tips & Tricks
Many apps can refresh their content in the background. This means they’ll always be up-to-date when they’re opened....
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Guide: Keep track of battery usage | iOS 9Battery UseKeep track of battery usage

Tom Rolfe
April 24, 2015
Tips & Tricks
To find out what apps are hitting the battery life hardest, open Settings and tap Battery. (For those using iOS...
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Guide: Turn Off Lock Screen Notifications | iOS 9Limit NotificationsTurn off lock screen alerts

Tom Rolfe
April 23, 2015
Tips & Tricks
Notifications can appear on the Lock screen, but they can be distracting, and use precious battery. To turn...
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Guide: Limit Location Usage to Save Battery | iOS 9Location ServicesLimit your location usage

Tom Rolfe
April 21, 2015
Tips & Tricks
Some apps, such as Maps or Camera, request the use of your current location, however, some users may...
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Guide: Keep your iPhone cool | iOS 9OverheatingKeep your iPhone cool

Tom Rolfe
April 20, 2015
Tips & Tricks
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The iPhone lasts longer when kept between 0° and 35°C (32° to 95°F). Outside this range the battery...
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Guide: Disable Push Email to Improve Battery Life | iOS 9Disable Mail pushCheck your email manually

Tom Rolfe
April 17, 2015
Tips & Tricks
Apps like the Mail app can use push data to refresh, but keeping push email turned on can...
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Guide: Save Battery by Managing Connections | iOS 9Managing ConnectionsSave battery by turning off connections

Tom Rolfe
April 16, 2015
Tips & Tricks
The cellular connections made by your iPhone can have an affect on your device’s battery life. 3G and...
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Guide: Reach the top of your iPhone 6 and 6 Plus | iOS 9Reach the topGet to grips with a larger screen

Tom Rolfe
April 15, 2015
Tips & Tricks
If you have the iPhone 6 or 6 Plus then you may find it difficult to reach the...
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Guide: How to take a screenshot | iOS 9ScreenshotsHow to take a screenshot

Tom Rolfe
April 14, 2015
Tips & Tricks
It’s possible to save images from apps by taking a screenshot of the current view on your iPhone....
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Guide: how to use Do Not Disturb mode | iOS 9Do Not DisturbGet some peace and quiet

Tom Rolfe
April 13, 2015
Tips & Tricks
Turning on the Do Not Disturb setting stops any notifications from apps appearing on your device. You’ll still...
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Guide: keep Control Center under control | iOS 9Control CenterA suite of handy shortcuts

Tom Rolfe
April 10, 2015
Tips & Tricks
To quickly gain access to handy options in the Control Center, open it by swiping up from the...
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Guide: how to reply to notifications | iOS 9NotificationsQuickly reply or hide alerts

Tom Rolfe
April 9, 2015
Tips & Tricks
Sometimes app updates appear as notifications on the Lock screen. You can open the app and go directly...
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Guide: Understanding Notification Center | iOS 9NotificationsUnderstanding Notification Center

Tom Rolfe
April 8, 2015
Tips & Tricks
View all your received messages in one place via the Notification Center. To access this, slide your finger...
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Guide: Siri Suggestions in Spotlight on iPhone | iOS 9Spotlight suggestionsSiri-powered proactive shortcuts

Tom Rolfe
April 7, 2015
Tips & Tricks
As well as its search functions, from iOS 9 onwards Spotlight also proactively provides suggestions for things like...
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Guide: Multitasking with iOS | iOS 9MultitaskingSwitching between apps

Tom Rolfe
April 6, 2015
Tips & Tricks
You can easily swap between apps without having to close the one you’re using. Double-press the Home button...
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Guide: Organize apps like a pro with folders | iOS 9Using foldersOrganize apps like a pro

Tom Rolfe
April 3, 2015
Tips & Tricks
Folders can be used to group similar apps together, based on type, or any other grouping method you...
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Guide: How to move or delete apps | iOS 9Move and DeleteHow to move or delete apps

Tom Rolfe
April 2, 2015
Tips & Tricks
Moving icons around on your screen is easy, as is deleting any apps that you no longer use....
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Guide: Welcome to the Home Screen | iOS 9Home screenWelcome to the home screen

Tom Rolfe
April 1, 2015
Tips & Tricks
The Home screen is where you’ll find all of your apps and is the primary way to interact...
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    Craig Grannell
    January 26, 2023
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    Craig Grannell
    January 11, 2023
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    Tom Rolfe
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    Craig Grannell
    November 21, 2022
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    Tom Rolfe
    November 15, 2022

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