Photos got a fresh look in iOS 18 with a sleeker, more streamlined layout that puts single images front and center. While it’s visually cleaner, the update made album organization more confusing. You may wonder why some albums are missing or moving around the app—some are hidden, while others have vanished completely. Chances are, these […]

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iCloud Keychain is Apple’s proprietary cloud software for managing passwords across devices. It eliminates the headache of juggling dozens of login details. But when the Passwords app is not working, this convenience can turn into a nightmare—you’re left scrambling to enter credentials you might not even remember. Autofill might fail, stored passwords will vanish, and […]

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Seeing iCloud and Find My grayed out in the Settings app isn’t just annoying—your privacy could actually be at risk. They’re two of Apple’s most important data storage and security features. Whether you’re syncing files across the ecosystem or tracking a lost iPhone, they keep your information safe and accessible. The good news is that […]

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If you’re in the market for a new iPhone, you’ll need to decide on the right storage capacity. There are models with up to 1TB of storage. For most people, that much storage isn’t necessary, and keep in mind that the higher the storage, the higher the price. With so many options available, how do […]

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iCloud is a handy service for Apple users when it comes to data syncing and backup. However, even the most reliable tools can sometimes experience technical difficulties. I know how frustrating it can feel when your iPhone gets stuck on the “Signing into iCloud” screen. It’s a common issue that can cut your access to […]

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Despite the growing storage needs of smartphone users, Apple continues to offer a 128GB variant for its iPhone models. While some, including me, may argue that this storage capacity is insufficient, especially for those who plan to keep their devices for several years, there are compelling reasons behind Apple’s decision to maintain this option. One […]

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When creating a new Apple account, you’ll often need to enter a verification code sent via SMS for security purposes. The process generally works fine. However, you might sometimes encounter an error message saying that the verification failed because the code could not be sent to the provided phone number.  That said, you can still […]

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Your Apple ID is crucial for accessing various services on your Apple device, such as making purchases on the App Store. However, many users are encountering an error message that reads, “This Apple ID is not active,” when attempting to verify their Apple ID or enter their password.  This can occur due to multiple reasons […]

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Apple offers a wide range of services that allow users to maximize features across the Apple ecosystem. While the basic features are free, paid options come with exclusive benefits like expanded storage systems, advanced security features, and high-quality streaming content. That said, you may wonder if these premium services are worth the investment. Yes, they’re […]

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Apple has now addressed the iCloud Private Relay service outage, and the servers are functioning properly. So, if you’ve experienced any issues with this service, you can continue using it normally. The iCloud Private Relay server outage happened at around 2 PM Eastern Time, and was going on for more than a day. Apple confirmed […]

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