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Struggling With Track & Trace QR Codes?

QR codes are increasingly being used as a quick way to allow people to sign into venues, bars and restaurants, in an effort to allow easier tracking and tracing in the event of a Covid-19…

Mastering the iOS 14 iPhone Keyboard

When it comes to using your iPhone, the keyboard is second only in importance to the touchscreen. If you familiarise yourself with the iPhone’s virtual keyboard features, you can get so much more out of…

Controlling HomeKit Devices with the iOS 14 Home App

The Internet of Things involves controlling your household appliances and electronic gadgets remotely, over the Internet. HomeKit-compatible devices can be controlled directly from the Home application. Here’s how.

Learn How to Use The iOS 14 App Library

iPhone users have been able to organise their apps into folders for years, but iOS 14 gives a new take on the concept. The App Library page sits at the end of your Home screen…

Using Game Controllers in iPadOS 14

In a new feature for iPadOS 14, you can now pair a wider range of controllers with your Apple tablet. The iPad is at last becoming a serious games machine.

iPadOS 14’s Best New Features Explained

The new iPad operating system brings a wealth of new features and design changes. What’s new and what can it do for you? We take an in-depth look at the new iPadOS 14.

iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 Are Here – Help to Get You Started

The latest software updates for the iPhone and iPad began hitting compatible devices tonight, here's how to update your Apple Phone or Tablet, and how to get the most from the new operating systems.

The Rise and Rise of iPhoneography

It’s a clumsy word, but it’s catching on. iPhoneography or mobilography is taking photographs on your iPhone. Not just simple snaps or selfies; pictures that go beyond the basics and use your iPhone like you…

The Best iOS Health and Fitness Apps

There are some great health and fitness apps for the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch. Here’s a roundup of great apps you’d do well to consider installing and use every day to help keep you…

Set Up Heart Rate Notification on Apple Watch

Your Apple Watch allows you to monitor your heart rate (and excuse the pun here) around the clock. You can enable notifications that alert you to high and low heart rate, as well as for…

App Clips in iOS 14

App Clips are there, just when they’re needed. If you want an app for a specific task, like paying for parking or ordering a meal, you can download a specific part of the app experience…

15 Things An iPad or iPhone Replaces

The versatility of Apple's mobile devices means they can replace a whole basket of tech. Here are some of the things you no longer need to carry around.

Unlock Your iPhone While Wearing A Face Covering

With the COVID-19 pandemic changing the way we go about our daily lives, the use of face coverings are becoming a far bigger part of our adventures in the outside world. This is surely going…

Switch Noise-Control Modes on AirPods Pro

Your AirPods Pro earphones allow you to control how much noise filters past and into your ear when listening to music or making calls. The mode you choose depends on whether you want to shut…

Ten Essential Free iOS & iPadOS Apps

One of the best things about the iPhone and the iPad is the range of apps available to download. There's an app for almost everything, and many are free. Here we round up ten of…