If you’re not ready to buy a whole new system, you might be able to add new parts and upgrade your aging machine for less than a few hundred dollars. Q. My computer is old, and defragmenting the drive is not going to make it any faster. I can add memory chips, but what else […]
Every year, Apple adds new and interesting accessibility features. As long as you’re running iOS 14 or higher, you have the ability to control the device and launch actions or shortcuts by double- or triple-tapping the back of your iPhone. Here’s how it works. Back Tap is a powerful accessibility feature that can come in handy for […]
It’s a common problem: Some things are just too hard to see. Usually, they’re too far away, too dark, or too small. With a feature called Magnifier, your iPhone can function as a magnifying glass and sight aid. Here’s how to use it. What Is Magnifier? Magnifier is an accessibility feature built into iOS 10 […]
The onslaught of coronavirus news has a lot of people on edge—especially about the things we touch. For most of us, it’s easy enough to heed advice to avoid gripping stairwell railings. But what about the phones we handle all day? Yes, your phone is covered in everyday germs (a “portable petri dish,” […]
It’s just not working out. It’s not you… it’s them. It’s time to change computer support firms. But how? Tip #1: 80% of it is just making the decisions to DO it. Not debate, not give them their 37th chance, not keep kicking the can down the road… Just do it. It’s not fun to […]
