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“We blitz the iOS 15 update, with tutorials for mastering all of the best new features”

Hands on with Apple’s new iPhone 13

We’ve got our hands on the new iPhone 13, and we have to say we’re impressed

5 Things we learned this month

Apple AirPods AirPods just got better with spatial

MASTER YOUR MEDIA

Unlock the hidden features of Music, Podcasts, Apple TV & Books

Making memories with the iOS Photos app

Rediscover and share forgotten moments using iOS 15’s upgraded Memories feature

Double act: how to edit on iOS iMovie and macOS

Enjoy the freedom to start editing a project on iOS iMovie and then finish it in the macOS version

Create a crime thriller title sequence in Final Cut Pro

Discover how to combine your text and footage using masks, blends, effects and transitions

How to break down your Drummer tracks

Convert any Drummer track to MIDI for advanced editing and mixing in GarageBand

Reprogram drum loops with Logic PRO’s Sampler

Easily convert any audio file into MIDI-playable slices in Logic’s Sampler. Just follow our step-by-step guide

Discover the new features of Numbers, Keynote & Pages

Get up to speed with pivot tables, Screen View and Live Video in the latest update to Apple’s iWork suite of apps

Create Quick Actions for Finder to be more productive

Process files and perform tasks in Finder by creating your own Quick Actions using the Automator app

Fix Time Machine backup problems with these tips

If Time Machine is not performing as well as it should, here are some possible solutions

Edit form data stored by Safari with our step-by-step guide

Safari stores the data entered into forms on web pages, but how do you edit it? Here’s how…

Don’t learn Terminal commands, just click them

The Terminal holds the key to many useful macOS secrets and you can now open them instantly

Use keyboard, voice or your head to control the mouse

Try these alternative methods of controlling the mouse pointer on the Mac. They are easier for some tasks

Secure your iPhone

How to lock down your iOS devices and protect your data

Master iOS 15’s new notifications features

Notifications are significantly different in iOS and there are many new features. Here’s how they work

Create and manage Safari Tab Groups in iOS 15

They provide great ways to manage multiple tabs

Change the position of the Safari address bar

You can decide where you want to place the address/search bar in Safari and explore some great new options

How to use the Live Text feature in iOS 15

Extract words from images and use them in another app

Use the Focus mode in iOS 15’s Settings app

Concentrate on a task without being interrupted by setting filters for calls, messages and notifications

How to edit your photo metadata in iOS 15

Images you take using your iPhone save the date, time and location

Listen to background sounds in iOS 15

Make use of a new ambience setting that lets you choose from a relaxing selection of natural sounds

Install and manage Safari exensions on the iPhone

iOS 15 enables web browser extensions at long last! Find them, install them and use them in Safari

Explore the iPad’s global keyboard shortcuts

With iPadOS 15, you can learn a whole set of new global keyboard shortcuts that make using the tablet even more of a breeze

Understand your personal emissions and be better

Earth Hero can help you make big changes to your climate effect while gamifying the experience in a fun way

Give your Apple Watch a unique new look

Many have asked for third-party Apple Watch faces and you can now enjoy them on your wrist

Browse and manage your contacts on Apple Watch

Upgrade to watchOS 8 and you will be able to make use of a new Contacts app

Manage Apple TV’s viewing recommendations

Check out suggested shows based on the learned preferences of anyone using your device

Genius Bar

Our Apple devices and the software on them are some of the finest products on the planet, but even they have their moments. We’re here to give you expert advice and get you back up and running in no time

Audio Pro A36 Multi-room Speakers

£800/$900 Key features 32-25,000 Hz • Bluetooth 5.0

Nanoleaf Lines

£179.99/$199.99 Key features Simple adhesive setup • 16

Technics EAH-AZ60 Wireless Earpods

£199/$199 Key features Dual Hybrid Noise Cancelling •

Accessories

JBL JR 460NC Headphones £6 9.99/$79.99 uk.jbl.com Kids

Mirror Magnet

The handy desktop camera feed for your Mac