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If you use Facebook you’ve probably been seeing posts warning you about NameDrop, a new iPhone feature included with iOS 17 that allows two iPhone users to exchange contact information just by bringing their iPhones into very close proximity to one another.
These dire-sounding posts tend to vary a bit, but most of them read something like this: [Read more…]
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Question from Brenda: I recently bought my very first iPhone after using a flip phone for years, and I like it ok.
The thing is when I was looking at the demo phone in the store I could read the screen just fine.
But now when I look at mine I’m finding that I have to struggle to make out the text, and even some of the icons. I have more trouble with the text though.
I know my eyesight isn’t what it used to be, but I guess it’s not too bad for a 74 year old.
Anyway, is there a way to make everything on the screen appear larger? [Read more…]
Recent times have seen a noticeable increase in data breaches, particularly connected to mobile apps. This isn’t just about big companies losing data. It impacts us at an individual level, too, especially when our teenagers are on these apps.
Being a Parent, one might get worried about the apps their teenager uses. In this digital era, the concern isn’t just about screen time but also about the potential dangers lurking behind certain teen apps.
Let’s delve into the most dangerous apps for teens and learn how to protect them. [Read more…]
Are you currently frantically searching for a way to recover deleted files? Losing precious data on the iPhone can be a nightmare, especially when you don’t have a backup to rely on. If so, congratulations, you’ve come to the right place.
In this article, we’ll introduce a highly effective method for recovering iPhone data without a backup. Without further ado, let’s dive in. [Read more…]
Question from Ellen: Hi, Rick. Thank you for providing such good information. I have a question.
I use Safari as my browser and Google as my search engine on my iPhone.
My search history automatically shows up on our Windows PC on which we use Google chrome.
Other than deleting my searches, is there any way to keep my iPhone searches using Safari from showing up on our PC? [Read more…]