It’s September, which brings the annual Apple crops: new iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods. At its recent Glowtime event, Apple unveiled the new iPhone 16 lineup, Apple Watch Series 10, and AirPods 4, alongside smaller announcements about existing products. As always, the enhancements in the new products are evolutionary, making them attractive to anyone already…
A few months ago, news broke about the latest massive data breach, this time from National Public Data. This company collects vast amounts of personal data about individuals from public data sources, including addresses, employment history, criminal records, and Social Security numbers. NPD then sells access to that data to employers conducting background checks, landlords…
Are you planning to upgrade to a new iPhone 16? It’s exciting, we know, but it’s best to purposely proceed when setting up your new iPhone to avoid causing yourself headaches. Follow these instructions when you’re ready to transfer your data—and, for many people, much of your digital life—to the new iPhone. Apple also has…
We’ve written about how Apple-only companies can protect themselves from ransomware (strong security, isolated backups, monitoring software). Still, realistically, it’s primarily a threat to Windows and Linux computers. If you, or anyone you know, is targeted by ransomware, look to the No More Ransom website, developed by Europol’s European Cybercrime Centre and the Dutch police,…
We’ve been talking a about digital security since the beginning of the year. While online security often takes center stage, it is just as crucial to protect your Mac from unauthorized access when you step away. You wouldn’t want someone browsing through your emails, messages, or private files while you’re out for lunch. Many people…
Have you ever struggled with placing the cursor precisely while editing text on your iPhone or iPad? You’re not alone! Many users are unaware of the powerful trackpad mode built into their devices. I recently showed a friend how it works, and her reaction was pure astonishment—so if you already know these tips, do your…
An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) can protect your Mac from power surges, spikes, brownouts, and outages. But what happens if you are not at your Mac when the power goes out? Even with a UPS, the battery may run out before you—or the power—return. That’s why it’s crucial to save any open documents before stepping…