How to set up a new Apple Watch
Our simple guide shows how to set up a new Apple Watch, pair it with an iPhone and get started
Our simple guide shows how to set up a new Apple Watch, pair it with an iPhone and get started
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How to set up a new iPad
Got a brand-new iPad (9.7in), iPad Pro (12.9in or 11in) or iPad mini 4? You'll be wanting to get it set up - here's how
Got a brand-new iPad (9.7in), iPad Pro (12.9in or 11in) or iPad mini 4? You'll be wanting to get it set up - here's how
How to set up a new iPhone
Our complete new iPhone setup guide, with advice for everyone from total beginners and upgraders to those switching from Android
Our complete new iPhone setup guide, with advice for everyone from total beginners and upgraders to those switching from Android
How to change your Mac username
Want to change the username on your Mac? Here's how to change a Mac user name and the associated Home directory name
Want to change the username on your Mac? Here's how to change a Mac user name and the associated Home directory name
How to make a Christmas video on iPhone
Dance around Santa's workshop, or get a personalised video message from the big man himself this Christmas
Dance around Santa's workshop, or get a personalised video message from the big man himself this Christmas
How to stop Mac asking before deleting
Fed up with the Finder asking is you are sure you want to delete? Here's how to bypass extra steps in the delete process
Fed up with the Finder asking is you are sure you want to delete? Here's how to bypass extra steps in the delete process
How to resize images on a Mac
Resize images, adjust the dimensions or make them smaller using software that comes with your Mac
Resize images, adjust the dimensions or make them smaller using software that comes with your Mac
How to set up (and win) Apple Watch competitions
Desperate to beat your mates in an Apple Watch Activity competition? Follow our 7 tips to achieve success, fame and gloating
Desperate to beat your mates in an Apple Watch Activity competition? Follow our 7 tips to achieve success, fame and gloating
How to Remote Access a Mac from macOS, Windows, iPad or iPhone
Get access to another Mac, share the screen, access files, access apps and more remotely.
Get access to another Mac, share the screen, access files, access apps and more remotely.
How to use iCloud
What is iCloud, and what does it do? We explain how to set up and use Apple's iCloud services
What is iCloud, and what does it do? We explain how to set up and use Apple's iCloud services
How to set up iCloud
Looking to get started with iCloud? We explain how to set up iCloud on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Mac or even Windows PC
Looking to get started with iCloud? We explain how to set up iCloud on iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Mac or even Windows PC
How to download apps on iPhone or iPad
How to quickly find new apps for your iPhone or iPad
How to quickly find new apps for your iPhone or iPad
How to fix 'Wi-Fi not working' & 3G/4G internet problems on iPhone
Internet not working? Here are tips for fixing Wi-Fi, 3G/4G and other problems on an iPhone that just won't get online
Internet not working? Here are tips for fixing Wi-Fi, 3G/4G and other problems on an iPhone that just won't get online
How to use Siri on iPhone & iPad
In our complete list of Siri features, we've got every command you can activate on your iPhone or iPad using your voice
In our complete list of Siri features, we've got every command you can activate on your iPhone or iPad using your voice
How to switch apps on iPhone XS
No Home button? No problem! Here's how to quickly change apps, or bring up the app switcher screen, on your iPhone X or XS
No Home button? No problem! Here's how to quickly change apps, or bring up the app switcher screen, on your iPhone X or XS
How to close apps on an iPhone XS
Stumped by how to open the app switcher and force-close apps on your Home-button-free iPhone X or XS? Here's how
Stumped by how to open the app switcher and force-close apps on your Home-button-free iPhone X or XS? Here's how
How to recover deleted files on a Mac
Clicked 'delete' and instantly regretted it? Don't worry. Our tutorial explains how to recover deleted files, emails, notes and iTunes tracks on your Mac.
Clicked 'delete' and instantly regretted it? Don't worry. Our tutorial explains how to recover deleted files, emails, notes and iTunes tracks on your Mac.
How to recover deleted photos on Mac
Here are some tips for how to recover deleted photos on your Mac
Here are some tips for how to recover deleted photos on your Mac
How to edit PDFs on Mac
It's quick and easy to add text, signatures and annotations to PDFs on your Mac. And it needn't cost a penny.
It's quick and easy to add text, signatures and annotations to PDFs on your Mac. And it needn't cost a penny.
How to use a PS4 or Xbox One controller on Mac
Connect a PS4 DualShock 4 or Xbox One controller to your Mac and play games using high-end controllers
Connect a PS4 DualShock 4 or Xbox One controller to your Mac and play games using high-end controllers
