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  • Tips for setting up a new iPhone

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    If you recently got a new iPhone 12, or are planning to get one, this MacWorld article has tips on making a smooth transition from your old phone. If you typically get a new one every few years, then these tips are a helpful review. • MacWorld > “Did you just get your iPhone 12 or iPhone 12 Pro? Do these things first!” by Jason…

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  • Essential iPhone tricks

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    Lots of my clients use iPhones. I always encourage them to go beyond using such an expensive handheld computer as just a phone or camera. This PC World article “10 basic iOS tricks every iPhone owner should know” provides advice on this topic. … some of iOS’s most useful features are, in fact, the oldest ones. They’re easily overlooked, particularly by new iPhone and iPad…

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  • Windows 10 Feedback Part 2 — Pros & Cons, Likes & Dislikes, Hits & Misses

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    So, you generally like Windows 10. Good start, eh. But there are some things that bother you. Well, you’re not alone. PC World’s “How to cure Windows 10’s worst headaches” article summarizes some common tips. Despite the many highlights of Windows 10—Cortana, virtual desktops, windowed Windows Store apps, the revamped Start menu, DirectX 12, among others—there are still some annoyances with the new operating system.…

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  • After Installing Windows 10 Upgrade — What to do first

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    So, you upgraded a Windows 7 or Windows 8 PC to Windows 10 — for free. Cheers. What did you do next? PC World suggests these explorations: How to maximize your first 30 minutes with Windows 10 Windows 10: The 10 best new features you should try first Windows 10: The best tricks, tips, and tweaks The 10 best hidden features of Windows 10 Windows…

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  • Windows 10 Upgrade — Getting Ready FAQ

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    Are you getting ready to upgrade your Windows 7 or Windows 8 PC to the newly released Windows 10? Did you reserve a copy? Microsoft answers frequently asked questions about this upgrade on their “Windows 10 FAQ & Tips” page, such as: When will I get my free upgrade? How long does it take to install the upgrade? What if I have more than one…

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