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Avoiding Easily Hacked Passwords

Creating a strong online password is your first defence against malicious activity on the Internet. Anyone who uses a computer, a smartphone or a tablet will need to create a password at some point. But…

iPad Beginners – Do Not Disturb Mode

It’s easy to switch the Do Not Disturb feature on and off from the main Settings screen or the Control Centre but there’s more to it than meets the eye. Here’s a guide to its…

5 Things That Affect Mobile Signal

There are several things that can affect how good your cell phone signal is, things that you might not automatically consider when a call drops or when your phone shows the dreaded no bars.

Easy Ways to Boost Your Wi-Fi Range and Speed

Are you plagued by slow wireless Internet speeds? Does your Wi-Fi drop out at the worst possible times? Smart TV spending more time buffering than streaming your favourite shows? Then it sounds like you need…

Is Free Software Really Free?

Very little of any real value is completely free these days and software is no exception. There are various levels of “free” within the software industry, from Freemium to Ad-supported. Here we will explain the…

Improving iOS Privacy With a VPN

While there are claims and counter claims regarding the security protection the iPhone and the iOS offers its users, many are looking to use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) as an additional layer of online…

How to Update Your iPad to the Latest iPadOS

Apple regularly releases updates to its operating systems, and the iPad is no exception. If you haven’t yet updated to iPadOS, follow this guide. If you have, keep this tutorial handy for when Apple updates…

How to Update Your iPhone to the Latest iOS

It’s always a good idea to keep iOS and your apps up to date, to take advantage of new features. Upgrading your iPhone’s operating system is as easy as following these simple steps, which work…

9 Reasons to Upgrade to iPadOS

Apple released the new version of the iPad’s operating system, iPadOS, on 24th September, but why should you be interested? Let’s look at 9 excellent reasons to upgrade your iPad to the new iPadOS.

Apple Arcade – Is It Worth It?

We take a look at Apple Arcade, play all the launch games and most importantly ask the question on everyone's lips, is it worth it?

9 Reasons To Upgrade To iOS 13

iOS 13 is fantastic and you need to upgrade so you don't miss out. Here we have laid out our reasons to ensure you download the latest and greatest version of Apple's mobile operating systems…

The Best Features of the iPhone 11

It’s a colourful character. The iPhone 11 (without the Pro moniker), successor to the hugely popular iPhone XR, is available in some really jazzy shades.

Everything You Need to Know About iPhone 11 Pro/Max

It’s the first iPhone to earn the coveted ‘Pro’ label. The iPhone 11 Pro and its inevitable phablet counterpart, the iPhone 11 Pro Max, are built for the Apple fan who wants to stay at…

Explore The New Apple Watch Series 5

The Series 5 Apple Watch takes a new look at the smartwatch. It has some great new features, and Apple has instigated a great new way of selling them.

Apple Unveils The New 7th Generation iPad

With a 10.2-Inch Retina Display, Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard Support, plus an A10 Fusion chip, it’s definitely worth a look if you’re on a budget.