Category: Computer
Posts related to computer hardware and software
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Wondering about AirTags?
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2Here’s a useful article about AirTags, especially if you get one or more of these trackers as a gift this holiday season. This article also includes links to Macworld’s review of and guide for the device. • Macworld > “13 uses for an AirTag” by Karen Haslam, Editor (Dec 19, 2022) – Wondering about using
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Apple Watch – standalone sans iPhone
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1If you’re thinking of getting or gifting an Apple Watch this holiday season, here’s an excellent, useful article about a popular FAQ: what can I do on my Watch without carrying an iPhone? At my health club, if a member is wearing a smartwatch, it’s likely an Apple Watch. The most popular. There, I rarely
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Transferring your stuff to new iPhone
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0New iPhone? Here’s a guide to transfer your stuff from the old one. • Wired > “How to Switch iPhones Without Losing a Thing” by Simon Hill (Sep 25, 2022) – Everything you need to know to successfully transfer your contacts, music, photos, and apps from one iOS device to another. Table of contents –
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VR headsets for 2022 – ready for virtual worlds?
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2Here’s another recap of popular consumer VR headsets, whether you’re a fan of off-world adventures or not. Are VR headsets still bulky? Are standalone devices all you need? Low-end or high-end? If you’re into VR gaming, are there a lot of choices? Are you okay with the Facebook (Meta Platforms) ecosystem? This Space.com article has
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iPhone tips – beyond the basics
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0This article covers some cool features “that a surprisingly large percentage of users seem to be completely unaware of.” • MacWorld > “10 little-known iPhone features that will blow your mind” by Jason Cross, Senior Editor (April 24, 2022) TABLE OF CONTENTS Silence unknown callers Freely move the text cursor Set up Back Tap shortcuts