Apple iPhone XS review

Introduction Same. But different. And yet the same. The iPhones are masters at being that, especially the S series. What Apple obviously can’t do is come up with clever names. Worse, the XS may as…

November 2018 edition Smartphone buyer’s guide

Introduction Decisions, decisions, decisions. The holiday season is upon us and ’tis the season of joy and happiness. But it could also be one of the most stressful events each year because them presents won’t…

What’s New in iOS 11 for iPhone and iPad, Available Now

iOS 11 was released on September 19, 2017. Apple announced a number of new features and changes at WWDC 2017 this year. From improvements to Messages and Apple Pay to powerful multitasking and file management on the iPad,…

How to Use Multiple Apps at Once on an iPad

iOS 11‘s new multitasking features make the iPad even more powerful. The ability to access the dock in any app allows you to more easily launch apps in split-screen mode. iOS 11 also adds a new…

How to Use Your iPad as a Second Monitor for Your PC or Mac

Multiple monitors are awesome. With two screens side by side, you can more easily see all your windows at once, keeping you productive. Got an iPad? You can use it as a second display for…

10 Handy Uses for Your Old iPad or Android Tablet

Tablet sales are slumping at the moment, probably as a result of big smartphones and convertible laptops chip away at a tablet’s usefulness. But if you have one or more tablets at home gathering dust while…

How to Use a USB Flash Drive with Your iPhone

If you need more storage space on your iPhone, the easiest way to tack some on is with a special flash drive that features a lightning port on one end and a USB port on…

The Best Note-Taking Apps for iPhone and iPad

People say that the best camera is the one you have with you, and we think the same thing goes for note apps. If you always have an iPhone or iPad with you, either is…

How to Run Ping (Network Diagnostics) on Your iPhone

How solid is your iPhone’s Internet connection? There’s no quick, built-in way to tell. You can look at your Wi-Fi or cellular bars to see if you have a good signal, but that doesn’t mean…

How to Buy an SD Card: Speed Classes, Sizes, and Capacities Explained

Secure Digital (SD) cards are used in digital cameras, music players, smartphones, tablets, and even laptops. But not all SD cards are created equal—you’ll find different speed classes, physical sizes, and capacities to consider. Some…