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iOS 11 - What you need to know!
iOS 11, the latest version of the operating system that runs on the iPhone and the iPad, introduces hundreds of new features, both major and minor. While iOS 10 essentially ignored the iPad, iOS 11 includes a huge number of features that are sure to please iPad owners, from beginners to professionals.
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Your Favorite Wine & Your New iPhone, Don’t Mix!
When we warn customers about taking their phone into the shower, using it at work, or having it in a hot steamy environment (like a kitchen or sauna) their response is usually the same “I’ve never had a problem before!” The truth is that corrosion on circuitry happens over time. Corrosion can build up on connections inside your smartphone even without you knowing it. It’s caused by moisture and humidity and can often lead to significant long-term issues impacting the functionality of your device. It can be confusing for people to understand why their device is malfunctioning because the cause and effect are not always immediate.
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Apple iOS 8 update
Apple has just released iOS 8.1.1 to improve the performance of older iPhones, iPads, and iPod Touches. The update is intended to prolong the life of devices released in 2011 by making the newest version of the company’s mobile operating system available on those devices.
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10 Most Popular iPhone and iPad apps of 2014
2014 was an exciting year with the release of the new iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, so in case you were focused on Apple’s hot new hardware here are the top 10 Free apps downloaded from the iTunes App Store.
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Top 10 free android apps of 2014
Here are the most popular free apps for Android devices according to Google Play in the year 2014. Check out these popular apps for Android phones and tablets.
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8 Great Apps to Help You Meet Your New Year’s Resolution
These 8 great apps will help you keep your resolutions and make sure you have a Happy New Year!
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How to Make Your Phone Battery Last Longer
It is very VERY annoying to run out of battery power at an inopportune moment. Use these tips to keep one step ahead of battery drain.
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How to Keep Data Secure on Your Phone
These days your whole social and professional life is contained in your phone. Learn how to register your IMEI and serial number. Set a password on your phone. Wipe your data remotely. Install protection against viruses and how to find a Phone-Finder app.
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How to Get Rid of Bloatware on Your Phone
Identify bloatware and check how different apps affect your phone's performance. Delete or uninstall apps which you don't need. Remember, different phone manufacturers come with different bloatware. But be careful which apps you remove!
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How to Keep Your iPhone Data Safe
Keep your iPhone safe from theft, prevent people from accessing data from you iPhone. Keep your data safe when your iPhone is lost or stolen. Protect your iPhone data virtually.
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How to Take Care of Your Phone in the Cold
Here are some tips and tricks to help ensure your can use your smartphone this winter in the smartest way possible.
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How to Treat a Phone for Water Damage
Whether you drop your phone into a puddle or it gets splashed with some liquid from the dinner table, it is helpful to know what to do, and what not to do, when your phone is facing potentially permanent water damage.
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How Do We Protect Your Privacy
We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information when you place an order or enter, submit, or access your personal information.