Mastering Apple Watch
You can't downgrade from watchOS 6, but here're our troubleshooting tips!
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If you've installed watchOS 6 and decide you don't like what you see, we've got some bad news: Once you install it, there's no turning back.
Mikah Sargent
Mikah Sargent is Senior Editor at Mobile Nations. When he's not bothering his chihuahuas, Mikah spends entirely too much time and money on HomeKit products. You can follow him on Twitter at @mikahsargent if you're so inclined.
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Climate control
These thermostats can help you save money on heating and cooling costs
The Ecobee Smart Thermostat is the best Wi-Fi thermostat you can buy today. It not only works with additional room sensors, but it supports Apple's HomeKit home automation system and comes with Amazon Alexa built in.
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Which is the absolute best smart lock in 2019?
Use our list of smart locks to choose the best combination of brains and brawn to protect your home.
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Start delegating your time-consuming chores with these great robot vacuums!
Why spend your time cleaning when you could be resting and relaxing instead? Get yourself one of these great robotic vacuums.
Connected home
These smart plugs work with Siri and HomeKit
If you're new to home automation, a smart plug can be a good first step in building out your connected home. If you've gone all-in on HomeKit-enabled accessories, this list can help you track down the perfect HomeKit-enabled smart plug for your home.
is that really my face‽
Jumping on the FaceApp Craze? Here's how to grow old immediately!
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FaceApp uses artificial intelligence to morph your face with several different filters. You can make yourself look younger or older, give yourself male and female features, or make your photo smile. The outcome is sometimes creepy and sometimes cool!
Smart Thermostat
What the difference is between the Nest E and Learning Thermostat?
Trying to decide between the Nest Learning Thermostat and the company's new Nest Thermostat E? Here's how the two compare!
Connected home
Not sold on Philips Hue light strips? Try these instead
Philips Hue may offer one of the best smart lighting systems on the market, but its smart light strip has some worthwhile competitors. Here's a look at the best alternatives to Philips Hue light strips!
Time to scan
Read this: Using QR scanner on Apple devices
Apple has native support for QR code scanning. You simply open up the camera, point, and tap on the notification banner to access information stored in the QR code. Here's what you need to know to get scanning!
Philips Hue
How to sync your Philips Hue lighting with your entertainment
Philips Hue has an awesome feature that ties your entertainment system to the company's colorful, dynamic lighting. Here's what you need to know about getting everything set up!
ADA @ WWDC 2019
Apple has announced the WWDC 2019 Apple Design Award Winners
At WWDC each year, Apple recognizes apps created for iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS that “reflect excellence in design and innovation.” Here are this year's winners!
Connected home
Philips Hue is the most popular smart bulb, but is it the best?
Thinking about adding some smart lights to your home? Having trouble deciding between LIFX and Philips Hue lights? Here's what you should keep in mind when making your decision!
Philips Hue
Can I use my Philips Hue Bloom with Alexa?
Here's what you need to know about the Philips Hue Bloom and Amazon Alexa.
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Apple's CEO on the company's 2019 Q2 earnings
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Here's our transcript of CEO Tim Cook's opening remarks and analysts' questions over Apple's second-quarter earnings.
Mastering AirPods
Apple starts rolling out firmware version 6.3.2 for original AirPods
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Apple is rolling out a firmware update for AirPods right now, version 6.3.2.
Ultimate Guide
How to use iCloud Keychain on iPhone and iPad
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iCloud Keychain is a great way to keep track of your passwords, credit cards, and login details, protecting them across devices through iCloud.
Alexa turn up the jams!
How to use the Amazon Echo as a Bluetooth speaker
The Amazon Echo might not be the best Bluetooth speaker money can buy but when you consider all the other features and benefits that come with owning an Echo, the music starts to sound a little sweeter.
Mastering Apple Watch
How to swap out your Apple Watch band
Apple Watch is as much about style as it is about tech and that's why Apple makes it very easy to swap out your band as often as you'd like. Need some help? Here's how to get swappin'!
This is Tim
Apple's CEO on the company's 2019 Q1 earnings
Here's our transcript of CEO Tim Cook's opening remarks and analysts' questions over Apple's first-quarter earnings.
Ultimate Guide
Privacy Data Day is the perfect day to 2FA everything — here's how!
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How do you protect your photos, messages, and more from being hacked or stolen online? With two-factor authentication!