Mick Symons

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

MacBook Pro keyboard

Best keyboard covers for MacBook Pro 2022

By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons published

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.

Apple's new Accessibility Assistant shortcut

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 make a FaceTime call on iPhone, iPad, or Mac

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 4K monitors for Mac

Best 4K monitors for Mac 2022

By Luke Filipowicz, Jaclyn Kilani, Mick Symons published

To get the most out of your Mac, you need a beautiful display. A 4K monitor is a huge step in the right direction. Here are the best 4K monitors for your Mac.

iPad placed above keyboards

Best Cases for the 2018 and 2017 9.7-inch iPad 2022

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.

Totallee Wireless Car Charger

Best car mounts for iPhone 2022

By Christine Chan, Karen S Freeman, Mick Symons published

Closed Captions on Mac

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.

Space Gray MacBook Pro

Best hardshell cases for MacBook Pro 2022

By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons, Karen S Freeman published

Protecting the outside of your MacBook is a great way to protect its precious insides. Pick up a hard shell cover and save it from scratches and bumps. Here are our favorites!

Fitbit Charge 4

Best Fitbit for men 2022

By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons published

Hey fellas, want to work out? Take one of these best Fitbits for men with you!

Calcbot 2 Ipad Mini

Best calculator apps for iPad 2022

By Adam Oram, Mick Symons published

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.

iMessage thread on iPhone in iOS 14

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.

Apple TV

Best TVs for Apple TV 2022

By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons published

Jaybird Vista 2 Lifestyle

Best workout headphones for iPhone and Apple Watch 2022

By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons last updated

How to enable Spoken Content on iPhone and iPad

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!

Iphone Reminders

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.

Fitbit Sense

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 2022

By Mick Symons published

Grab these accessories when you grab your new iPhone 8 and start things off right!

iMac Pro

Best Thunderbolt RAID systems for iMac Pro of 2022

By Mick Symons published

Protect your data and maximize performance with one of these Thunderbolt RAID arrays.

Taotronics Tt Ap002 Air Purifier

Best Air Purifiers 2022

By Nicolette Roux, Mick Symons published

Best iPhone & iPad Apps for Filing Taxes in 2022

By Mick Symons, Kennedy Maring published

Best Nightstand Charging Docks for iPhone in 2022

By Mick Symons published

If you like to keep your phone near you while you sleep or you'd love to use it without having to get up, then check out these nightstand charging docks.

Best 32-inch TVs in 2022

By Mick Symons, James Bricknell published

8 Best Apple-inspired Desk Accessories in 2022

By Mick Symons published

Love you some Apple? After all the accessories for your iPhone, iPad, and Mac, check out these Apple-inspired goodies to complete the aesthetic.

Best New Year's resolutions apps for 2022

By Mick Symons published

2020 is here, which means you've got resolutions and you might need a little help keeping them. Here are all our favorite New Year's resolutions to help you sail smoothly through the year!

Christmas Ornament

Best Christmas apps of 2022

By Mick Symons published

Christmastime is fun and bright and a wonderful time to spend with family and friends. Here are our favorite Christmas apps that we know Yule just love!

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