
Mick Symons
Mick is a staff writer who's as frugal as they come, so he always does extensive research (much to the exhaustion of his wife) before making a purchase. If it's not worth the price, Mick ain't buying.
Latest articles by Mick Symons

How to remove the SIM card in an iPhone or iPad
By Mick Symons last updated
Upgrading your iPhone or iPad? Want to keep your phone but switch carriers? Here's how to remove your SIM.

How to unlock an iPhone
By Mick Symons last updated
If you're selling an iPhone, you can increase the value if it's unlocked. Here's how to unlock an iPhone.

All the keyboard shortcuts you can use when starting up your Mac
By Bryan M Wolfe, Mick Symons last updated
There are a bunch of keyboard shortcuts that you can use during your Mac's startup in order to run diagnostics, switch startup disks, and more.

Best calculator apps for iPad 2023
By Adam Oram, Mick Symons, Nicolette Roux last updated
Since your iPad doesn't have one, you'll need a great calculator app to stay productive — especially if you're a student, engineer, scientist, or Einstein's descendant.

How to add an iCloud email alias and keep your email address safe
By Mick Symons, Nicolette Roux last updated
If you don't want to give out your personal iCloud email address, you can create aliases for it so that you can receive email there and be able to delete an alias at any time.

Best apps for musicians
By Mick Symons last updated
If you have an iPhone or iPad, then you have a music teacher, metronome, tuner, and much more right at your fingertips. Here are our favorite apps for musicians!

Ultimate Ears Boom 3 vs. Megaboom 3: Which should you buy?
By Mick Symons last updated
How to Ultimate Ears' Boom 3 and Megaboom 3 stack up against one another? They're virtually the same, so here's how to choose.

Best Wallet Cases for iPhone 8 in 2023
By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons last updated
Don't carry your wallet and iPhone 8 around with you everywhere, you can combine them with a great wallet case and save on space!

Best Cases for iPhone 6s in 2023
By Bryan M Wolfe, Simon Sage, Mick Symons, Karen S Freeman last updated
Protect your iPhone 6s with an awesome case. Here are our favorites.

Best Apple TV games in 2023
By Mick Symons published
Apple TV isn’t just for watching Netflix or AirPlaying your iPhone or Mac. There are a ton of great games that you can play alone or with family and friends. Here are our favorites.

Best keyboard covers for MacBook Pro 2023
By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons last updated
Heard rumblings about the MacBook Pro keyboard being felled by nothing more than a speck of dust? It can happen, so grab one of these keyboard covers and protect your tech.

Best workout headphones for iPhone and Apple Watch 2023
By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons last updated

Best Fitbit for men 2023
By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons last updated
Hey fellas, want to work out? Take one of these best Fitbits for men with you!

How to use Switch Control on iPhone and iPad
By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons published
Switch Control allows people with mobility impairments to get full use out of their iPhone or iPad using adaptive switches and other assistive devices. Here's how to use it!

How to set your caller ID for FaceTime on iPhone and iPad
By Mick Symons, Adam Oram published
You can be reached on FaceTime by phone number or any email address you register — and choose any of them for your FaceTime caller ID.

Best Cases for the 2018 and 2017 9.7-inch iPad 2023
By Mick Symons, Karen S Freeman, Bryan M Wolfe published
Apple's 9.7-inch iPad (2017 and 2018) is a great productivity and educational tool — and worth protecting! Here are our favorite cases for the 9.7-inch iPad.

How to use the Reminders app on iPhone and iPad with Family Sharing
By Jaclyn Kilani, Mick Symons last updated
Is your family feeling a bit disorganized? You can share reminder lists for shopping, chores, packing, practice, and more with your family.

How to change the look of closed captions on Mac
By Bryan M Wolfe, Mick Symons published
Did you know that your Mac can have closed captions? It's an Accessibility setting, and it's easy to customize it to your needs.

How to use iMessage groups on iPhone and iPad
By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons published
Thanks to groups in iMessages, you can share almost anything you like with all your family and friends. And it's easy to set up.

How to enable Spoken Content on iPhone and iPad
By Adam Oram, Joseph Keller, Mick Symons published
How do you get your iPhone to read text out loud? With a flick of an accessibility switch!

How to measure your wrist before buying a Fitbit
By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons published
Every Fitbit purchase these days comes with a small and large band. Ensure your Fitbit will fit by measuring your wrist before you buy.

Best Accessories for iPhone 8 in 2023
By Mick Symons published
Grab these accessories when you grab your new iPhone 8 and start things off right!
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