macOS Big Sur, Apple's latest software powering Macs, has been available for more than a week now. As some people have reported problems when trying to update their late-2013 or mid-2014 13-inch MacBook Pro notebook to Big Sur, Apple has now offered a fix.
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macOS Big Sur: How to use and customize the Control Center on your Mac
Your Mac comes with the Control Center feature that's similar to the iPhone and iPad's Control Center you already know and love. Follow along with this tutorial to learn how to use macOS Control Center, including how to customize it to your liking by adding or removing items.
Video: Quick tips and tricks to get the most out of your brand spanking new iPhone 12 mini
The iPhone 12, Apple's smallest handset in their 2020 lineup, is finally here! The entry-level device cuts corners when it comes to battery life, but makes up for it with extreme pocketability. At just 5.4-inches diagonally and near fullscreen design with Face ID, this is going to be the beloved iPhone for many. Here are a few tips for making the most out of it.
iPhone storage search: How to quickly find an app in iOS’ storage section
With the iPhone storage search feature, you can quickly find out how much storage space a specific app is taking up on your device without having to scroll through a long list of apps.
How to request a personalized daily briefing on your Apple devices
Learn how to request Siri for a personal update of your day that includes the news, weather, traffic, reminders, and calendar appointments.
How to watch the November 10 “One more thing” Apple Silicon Macs event on your devices
Apple is holding its last media event this year tomorrow, November 10, 2020, at 10am PDT. The "One more thing" event is pre-recorded due to the COVID pandemic and work-from-home measures. Here is how you can follow Apple's upcoming product presentation and see the company's first Apple Silicon-powered Mac models, regardless of where you live and which platforms or devices you may happen to be using for the moment.
How to use the Optimized Battery Charging feature to reduce AirPods battery aging
Learn how to use Apple's Optimized Battery Charging feature with your AirPods to slow down battery aging by delaying charging past 80% until needed.
How to see what your Game Center friends are playing on Apple Arcade
Apple Arcade connects you with your friends on Game Center. Not only does this allow you to play with them on any of your devices, but also see what they're playing. Follow along with us as we show you how to view the list of games that are popular with your Apple Arcade friends.
How to quickly resume your most recently played Apple Arcade game
An Apple Arcade subscription gives you access to more than a hundred premium games across your iPhone, iPad, Apple TV and Mac devices, with additional titles added on a regular basis. iCloud keeps your gameplay progress synchronized across devices, but what about finding you recently played Apple Arcade games? In this helpful tutorial, we'll show you how to resume Apple Arcade games that you've recently played on your devices.
Intercom system requirements: Which Apple devices support this feature?
Apple lets you turn your HomePod speaker into an intercom, allowing family members to send audio messages from one Apple speaker or device to another in your household. Family members receive Intercom notifications and can send Intercom messages from their devices.
How to turn Dark Mode on or off in Facebook and Messenger on iPhone
Learn how to manually turn Dark Mode on or off in Facebook and Messenger on your iPhone, or have them follow your device’s Dark Mode settings.
How to get Apple One and save money on Apple Music, iCloud storage & other services
The Apple One subscription brings the collection of various Apple services for one monthly price. The available plans bundle different Apple services for a set amount of money per month. Here's how to subscribe to Apple One, what's included in each plan and everything else you need to know about the Apple One subscription bundle.