Should You Close Apps on Your iPhone? The Truth Behind Battery Life and Performance
Many iPhone users believe that closing apps saves battery life, but this is a misconception. iOS suspends apps, using minimal resources instead. Apple advises closing apps only when unresponsive. To conserve battery, focus on disabling Background App Refresh and managing location services, as iOS optimally manages resources for performance and battery efficiency.
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Apple Announces new Lockdown Mode in iOS 16
Today apple announced a new Lockdown Mode that will be available across their platforms with iOS 16, iPad OS 16, and macOS Ventura. This extra security feature is designed to protect users who may be at risk of “highly targeted cyber attacks”. This ranges from small private companies developing state-sponsored spyware, such as journalists, activists, […]
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iOS 16 and iPad OS 16 Beta 3 Released
Just two weeks after the latest iOS 16 release we now have Beta 3 (Build #: 20A5312g). Further review of what has changed will be coming soon so stay tuned. Also released macOS 13 beta 3, watchOS 9 beta 3, and tvOS 15 beta 3. Public beta versions of the developer builds are usually issued […]
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How to reset your AirPods and AirPods Pro
You might need to reset your AirPods if they won’t charge, or to fix a different issue. Put your AirPods in their charging case, and close the lid. Wait 30 seconds. Open the lid of your charging case. On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, go to Settings > Bluetooth and tap the More Info button next to […]
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iOS 13.1 Public Beta Released
In the quickest turn around I have seen yet with Apple iOS 13.1 Public Beta is out and ready for download. iOS 13.1 adds back many of the features removed in the iOS 13 beta, including Share ETA in Maps, Shortcuts Automations, and audio sharing. (Link to Features) Apple also released the developers beta of […]
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