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Apple releases iPadOS 15.6 beta 1 to developers
Apple has dropped the first beta of iOS 15.6 to developers. Here’s how to download it onto your iPad.
Christine Chan
Lover of coffee, Disney, food, video games, writing, mechanical keyboards, and photography. I've been writing about Apple and video games for almost a decade. If I'm not writing, you can probably find me over at Disneyland. Don't forget to follow me on Twitter and Instagram as @christyxcore.
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Beta time!
Apple releases iOS 15.6 beta 1 to developers
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Apple has dropped the iOS 15.6 beta 1 to developers. Here’s how to download it to your iPhone (or, preferably, a testing device).
Mastering iOS
Problems with your iPhone or iPad? Putting it into DFU mode may be the fix.
Putting your iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad into DFU (Device Firmware Update) mode can be your last, best hope for success.
Mastering iPad
These iPad apps let you handwrite your notes as you see fit
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Though sketching on your iPad with Apple Pencil is a joy to experience, it's not the only reason to use both. Handwriting a note can bring the house down. Here are our favorite note-taking apps for iPad and Apple Pencil.
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Lighting is crucial to photos — get the best shot with these portable LEDs
Shine a light on your phone’s snapshots with these iPhoneography accessories!
Mastering iPhone Photography
Let's take a closer look at the differences between ProRAW and JPEG/HEIC
If you have an iPhone 12 Pro or iPhone 13 Pro device, you could benefit greatly from the Apple ProRAW format. Here's how it works.
A Better Screen
Keep the 11-inch iPad Pro screen pristine with these screen protectors
The 11-inch iPad Pro is even better when paired with a screen protector. Here are our favorites, no matter which year your iPad Pro is from.
Beta time has come again
Apple has launched the final public release candidate for iPadOS 15.5
Apple has dropped the final release candidate for iPadOS 15.5 on the public beta. Here's how to get it on your iPad right now.
Beta time has come again
Apple seeds the final release candidate of iOS 15.5 to the public
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Apple has dropped the final release candidate of iOS 15.5 to the masses. Here's how you can get it for yourself.
Clickity Clack
Click, clack away with the best mechanical keyboards for Mac!
While there are many who enjoy how the Apple Magic Keyboard feels, others prefer something more tactile and louder. Thankfully, mechanical keyboards are still around. Here are some of our favorites.
Untethered vs economical
Deciding between a GPS or GPS+Cellular Apple Watch? Let us help!
One of the biggest things to consider when buying an Apple Watch is whether you should go with GPS-only or Cellular + GPS. Which one is right for you and your needs? Here are the key differences you need to think about.
Mastering iPhone Photography
Take great Portrait mode photos in low light situations with these tips!
Struggling to get some decent Portrait mode photos in dimly lit environments? Try some of these tips and tricks!
Mastering Notifications
Group notifications together in summaries delivered throughout the day
You can now bundle app notifications together into a summary to be delivered at specific times throughout the day in iOS 15. Here's how to get started with notification summaries!
Big adventure for a little mouse
Review: The Logitech MX Anywhere 3 mouse is small but packs a mighty punch
In need of a new travel mouse? If one of your requirements is plenty of configurable buttons to press, then you should consider the Logitech MX Anywhere 3 wireless mouse.
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Here are 12 fancy and fashion-forward rose gold Apple Watch bands
Calling all rose-gold addicts! Here are the best watch bands that’ll make your rose gold Apple Watch pop.
All around protection
Protect your iPhone 13 Pro Max with these awesome cases
Got an iPhone 13 Pro Max? Here are some of the best cases we've found to protect your investment.
Magical OCR with Live Text
With the Live Text feature in iOS 15, you don't need a separate OCR app
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One of the newer features in iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 is Live Text. This brings OCR right into the Camera and Photos app, so you don't need to download a dedicated app. Here's how it works.
If you like it then you shoulda put a ring on it
Review: Sonix's MagSafe-compatible phone ring adds stylish functionality
Are you looking for a cute and stylish way to have a better grip on your MagSafe phone? Then you may want to consider the Sonix Magnetic Removable Phone Ring.
Mastering Podcasts
Don't like Podcasts automatically downloading episodes? Then disable it!
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You may have noticed that the Podcasts app is automatically downloading your podcast episodes, rather than just letting you stream them. Here's how to disable that feature.
Mastering Messages
Easily find and manage all of your attachments in Messages
You've probably sent a ton of various links and attachments to others in your Messages app. Here's how you can view and manage them all in one place without searching through entire conversations.