Tag Archives: iphone

Top 10 tips to maximize your iPhone’s battery life

There’s nothing worse than spending a lot of money on a nice new phone only to have a shortened battery life, curtailing its usefulness. Various factors can impact your iPhone’s battery life quality and quantity. “Hi, if your iPhone is plugged in and finishes charging, does it damage [the] phone or charger if it is left plugged in at 100% …

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How to save full-page screenshots as images on your iPhone

Ever stumbled upon a web page so informative you wished you could keep the entire thing, not just what’s visible on your screen? Well, you’re in luck. Today, we’re diving into the nifty trick of capturing a full-page screenshot that’s way bigger than your iPhone screen’s real estate. When you took a screenshot in iOS 16 and earlier, you would …

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How to make a fun sticker of yourself from a photo on iPhone

Have you heard about a cool feature in the latest iPhone software update? It’s all about turning your favorite photos into fun stickers to share with friends and family. And guess what? You can create not one, not two, but five different types of stickers: Original, Outline, Comic, Puffy and Shiny. Let’s dive into how you can start sticker-fying your …

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Make your bad photos look picture-perfect like a pro in seconds

Cropping photos in iOS 17 has become a breeze. Gone are the days of the multistep process that tested your patience. Now, with the latest update, iOS 17 streamlines the process, allowing you to crop your photos quickly and efficiently. Screen to adjust photos on iPhone (Apple) Editing photos with iOS 17: A one-tap wonder Editing photos on your iPhone …

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Reclaim your privacy by disabling your cellphone carrier’s data tracking

We’ve all heard before that our cellphones are listening to us and monitoring our every move. While this has been debunked (or, at least, explained), the fact of the matter is that data tracking is standard practice by the most popular mobile carriers these days. And still in 2024, even with complaints from users, new tracking methods are continually emerging, …

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How to connect your AirPods to your iPhone, iPad the easy way

While the sonic quality of the AirPods certainly works across most devices with a Bluetooth connection, the real magic and a plethora of useful features really shine when you connect AirPods with other Apple devices. If you use the same Apple ID across all your Apple devices, you can really take advantage of the seamless auto-connect features. GET SECURITY ALERTS, …

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7 things Google just announced that are worth keeping a close eye on

Google’s flagship developer conference called I/O just wrapped up with interesting leaps in how the Big Tech giant is planning to change the world. Here are the seven biggest things we learned from Google at I/O 2024. Google’s injecting AI into nearly every aspect of its products and services Google’s I/O 2024 conference (Google) Google’s I/O event was largely an …

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How to change camera zoom levels on your iPhone

Have you ever gone to take a photo and wished you could capture it with just the right amount of zoom on your iPhone? Well, if you’re the proud owner of an iPhone 15 Pro or Pro Max, you’re in luck because these devices have an amazing camera setup. CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE CYBERGUY NEWSLETTER WITH SECURITY ALERTS, QUICK …

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No more missed alarms: How to crank up your iPhone’s alarm volume

We’ve all been there — oversleeping because we didn’t hear our phone alarm. If your iPhone alarm volume seems too low, don’t worry. I’ll walk you through the steps to make it louder. A woman holding an iPhone  (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson) How to update your iPhone’s software Before adjusting alarm settings, ensure that your iPhone’s software is up to date. …

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How to unlock special features on your iPhone to improve voice search

Technology is not just built for your convenience. If utilized correctly, it can also improve the functions of your daily life. For those who experience mobility challenges, the iPhone’s accessibility features can improve their quality of life. That’s why we appreciate Michael’s question about how to use voice services on his iPhone. “I am blind. I am looking for an …

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