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How to recover deleted photos from an iPhone: Try these 4 tools and personal hacks

September 23, 2025

Oh no! Your photos are gone! Discover the fastest, proven methods to get them back and restore your precious memories.

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How to check storage on Mac: Top 5 easy ways

January 23, 2025

A cluttered Mac can reduce battery life by up to 20%. Learn how to check storage and keep your device running efficiently.

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How to clear YouTube cache on iPhone and Mac

January 17, 2025

Want to improve your device performance? We’ll show you how to clear YouTube cache on iPhone and Mac to free up space and foster smoother streaming.

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How to recover unsaved Word document on a Mac

October 30, 2025

Don't let unsaved work stress you out. Learn the best methods to recover unsaved Word documents on your Mac effortlessly.

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How to access an external drive that's not recognized on a Mac [2025 edition]

September 25, 2025

Panic mode: Mac not recognizing your external drive? Find quick fixes to access your files instantly.

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How to install Linux on a Mac: Easy installation guide 2025

September 22, 2025

Learn how to install Linux on Mac with this easy guide, and find out how it can completely transform your computing experience and give you more control.

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How to check for malware on Mac

January 20, 2025

You don't want malware to steal your information or slow down your Mac. Learn how to detect and remove it quickly.

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How to access your Wi-Fi router settings on Mac: Complete guide

December 04, 2025

If you want to learn how to change router settings, the first step is to know how to log into router.

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Where do downloads go on iPhone and iPad? All places where they can hide

December 04, 2025

Learn how to find downloads on iPhone, how to check Safari downloads, how to locate downloaded music on iPhone, and more.

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How much RAM do you need in 2025 - 2026?

December 04, 2025

Computers have a wide range of RAM. Some have 4GB, and others can be purchased off the shelf with up to 16GB. Many pro-level machines are easily configurable with up to 64GB RAM. A default level of RAM is around 8GB, but is 8GB RAM enough?

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Downie is a powerful downloader to save online videos in any formats

December 04, 2025

Watch your favorite videos offline, in any format. Learn how to use Downie to download and save videos and music in a format of your choice, then watch and listen them later without an internet connection.

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9 BEST YouTube video downloaders that deserve a spot in my 2026 list

December 01, 2025

Check out the ultimate review of the best YouTube video downloader apps. Learn how to save content for offline viewing in a click.

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How to organize photos on iPhone

December 01, 2025

Discover top-notch tools to help you organize your iPhone photos.

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BEST Al writing assistant software for Mac for your creative work in 2026

December 01, 2025

Discover 9 decent AI writing assistant software that will help speed up and improve your writing. Great for freelancers from all fields, office workers, students, entrepreneurs, and more.

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iPhone won’t download apps? Here’s my never-failing troubleshooting plan

December 01, 2025

Troubleshoot your iPhone with these 12 easy solutions when your iPhone won’t download apps.

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How to send Instagram direct messages on a Mac (2025-2026 guide)

December 01, 2025

Instagram doesn’t support the direct messaging feature for Mac. But we know third-party apps as well as some workarounds for the native app, which help you enable the functionality, effortlessly.

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BEST writing apps for Mac I'll keep using in 2026 for running a blog

December 01, 2025

Learn the best apps for Mac that boost your blogging – from AI tools to distraction-free editors.

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Where do screenshots go on Mac?

December 01, 2025

Taking screenshots is easy indeed, but there’s so much more you can do with them than just leave them on your Desktop. Use the tips above and you’ll see just how powerful using screenshots well can be

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How to download videos from X (formerly Twitter) to Mac, iPhone, and iPad

December 01, 2025

Sometimes you might want to save video from Twitter to your laptop for your next flight or simply to your phone to watch during your commute, since using data is too costly. Luckily, that’s not difficult to do if you know a few tricks.

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