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How to Fix Google Chrome Helper Renderer High CPU on Mac

You might be wondering if Google Chrome is to blame if your Mac is running slowly or using too much CPU. The good news is that it is easy to determine if Chrome is at fault, and there is an easy way to fix it. One of the most common Chrome problems is Google Chrome...

How to Add More Storage to MacBook Air

Running out of space on your MacBook Air can bring your work or play to a grinding halt. You can’t save additional files, download games or apps, or get much use out of your Mac at all if you don’t have enough space. So, how do you add more storage to your MacBook...

How Long Does a MacBook Air Last?

MacBook Airs are slim and lightweight laptops marketed toward college students, travelers, and anyone who needs a portable powerhouse. But does their sleek design make for a long-lasting computer? As someone who repairs Apple computers all the time, I get this...

How to Delete Photos from Mac but Not iCloud

If you’re running out of storage space on your Mac, your photo library might be to blame. Photos can take up a lot of space, especially if you have hundreds or even thousands of them. Backing up your photos on iCloud is a great solution for freeing up space on your...

How to Reduce PDF File Size on Mac without Losing Quality

Large, oversized PDF files can take up unnecessary space, especially if you have a lot of them. Many compression tools are known to reduce the quality of your PDF if you’re not careful. So, how can you reduce PDF file size on Mac without losing quality? As an Apple...

How to Share Password from iPhone to Mac

It can be a hassle manually typing in your passwords on your Mac, especially if there is an easier way to do things. One of the best methods is to share your password from your iPhone to your Mac. So how do you do it? This is a very common request, and I’ve been asked...

How to Fix Zoom Audio Not Working Issue

There are a few reasons your Zoom audio may not work correctly when you first load Zoom. Some of those reasons may be mundane like your audio being muted, while others may be related to driver or other compatibility issues.  Hi, I’m Aaron. I’m a daily Zoom and...

How to Convert MP4 to MP3 on Mac

If you have an MP4 video file, you might want to convert it to an MP3 so you can enjoy the audio without needing to store the video. So how can you convert MP4 to MP3 on Mac? You can use an app like Permute, which gets the job done quickly and supports multiple...

How to Fix MacBook Pro Black Screen

With how much we rely on our laptops for work and play these days, it can be devastating when we’re confronted with a black screen. But what causes a black screen on a MacBook Pro? And how can you fix it? As an Apple repair tech, I have to say this issue is all too...

How to Make Skype Not Open on Startup Windows

Both Skype and Windows settings use Windows Settings to turn off Skype from autostarting with Windows. Whichever method you use, you should be able to disable Skype from autostarting with Windows in about five minutes. Hi, I’m Aaron. I remember using Skype when it was...

How to Fix Microsoft Teams Not Loading or Opening

It can be frustrating when Teams doesn’t work as expected, but if you have problems with loading or opening it, there are a few options available to you. Worst comes to worst, you can always use Teams via a web browser. Hi, I’m Aaron. I’m a prolific Microsoft 365 user...

How to Stop Microsoft Teams from Opening on Startup

Microsoft Teams is a powerful communications tool that integrates well with other M365 tools. If you don’t want it loading on startup, there are a few ways to successfully prevent it from doing so. You can always launch it manually when you need it. Hi, I’m Aaron. I’m...

How to Fix It When Zoom Keeps Crashing or Freezing

There are a few reasons Zoom may have performance issues on your device. Make sure you are using an appropriately fast and unsaturated internet connection to which you have good connectivity. Also, make sure other programs aren’t bogging down your computer.  Hi,...

How to Fix Zoom Microphone Not Working

There are many reasons your Zoom audio may not be working. It’s probably a software setting and following this guide will walk you through diagnosing that. If none of those steps work, then you may have hardware issues requiring a microphone replacement. Hi, I’m...

Why Does Zoom Have a Time Limit?

Zoom is a powerful and well-utilized teleconferencing tool. You can buy a license for very broad functionality, but you must sacrifice features and talk time if you use the free version. You can get around the 40-minute talk time issue by running back-to-back...

Where Does Zoom Save Recordings? How to Find Them on PC or Mac

If you’ve used Zoom or another teleconferencing app for meetings–and most of us have at this point–you’ve probably recorded a meeting or two. There’s nothing more frustrating than not being able to find those recordings. Zoom saves recordings to a location that is...

How to Record a Zoom Meeting without Permission as a Participant

There are a few ways you can record your Zoom meeting. Using a screen recorder may be your best option to actually record your meeting and preserve video and audio fidelity. Remember that you should have–and may need–everyone’s permission to record. Hi, I’m Aaron. I...

How to Play Blu-Ray on Mac

If you have some good movies on a Blu-Ray disc, you might be in trouble if you don’t have a Blu-Ray player. But what if you could play Blu-Ray on your Mac? I’ve been asked if this is possible more times than I can remember, and as an Apple technician, I know that...

How to Compress a Video on Mac

If you want to upload a video file to the internet, it helps to have a smaller file size. Additionally, you might want to save space on your Mac, in which case it would help if your videos did not take up too much space. So how can you compress a video on Mac? This is...

How to Convert AVI to MP4 on Mac

If you have AVI files on your Mac, you might be a little stumped to find out that the built-in media player, Quicktime, does not support playing them. So how can you convert AVI to MP4 on Mac? You can use an app like Permute, which gets the job done quickly and...

MacBook Pro Trackpad Not Clicking: How to Fix It?

It can be quite frustrating if you are trying to use your MacBook Pro and the Trackpad is not clicking. What causes this annoying issue, and is there any way to fix it? Start with simple fixes like restarting your Mac, resetting your SMC, or checking for updates....

How to Record a YouTube Video on Mac

If you have ever stumbled across a YouTube video that you want to keep, or even just reuse a portion of for your own purposes, you might be wondering: how to record a YouTube video on Mac? Working in a computer repair store, many customers have posed this question to...

How to Open MTS Files on Mac

You may end up with a .mts file if you are trying to play video from a digital camera or specific types of DVDs. macOS often has trouble with this format, so how do you open it? If you’re wondering how to play your video files, don’t worry. You have come to the right...

Mac Stuck on Login Screen: How to Fix It

If your Mac is stuck on the login screen, it can be a confusing and tricky problem to sort out. You just want to get on your computer, but it is frozen and won’t let you in. So, how do you fix it? This issue has come across my desk many times, and as a repair...

How to Fix It When MacBook Touch ID Isn’t Working

Touch ID is a handy feature that lets you save time when logging in to your MacBook. However, when it doesn’t work, it can cause frustration and hassle. But what causes this, and how can you fix your MacBook Touch ID not working? I have seen this issue plenty of times...

How to Fix It When MacBook Keyboard Isn’t Working

Nothing is more frustrating than trying to type on your MacBook when the keyboard does not work. Perhaps your keys are sticking, responding slowly, or not working at all. So what causes this? And how can you get your MacBook keyboard working again? As a technician...

Why Does My MacBook Keep Shutting Down

When your MacBook keeps shutting down, it can interrupt your work or play, and point to more serious problems with your computer. But what causes this, and how can you fix it? This problem is unfortunately all too common, and I have seen it many times in my years as...

Why Do Reddit Videos Have No Sound?

There are a few reasons audio might not be working on a Reddit video. Those reasons range from Reddit issues, to web browser issues, to your computer’s issues. If none of those resolve the problem, then you may have a terminal hardware issue that needs professional...

How to Turn off Screen Time on an iOS Device Without Passcode

Screen Time is a great tool to limit iOS device access. You may want to limit that for your kids to encourage doing something else, or you may want to enable that for yourself if you want to limit your own digital consumption. It’s designed to be...

How to Fix Mouse Highlighting Everything When Click

Fixing your mouse highlighting when you click can be very straightforward. By following the steps outlined in this guide you’ll be able to address likely software issues and determine whether or not it’s a hardware issue. If it is a hardware issue, there are a couple...

Why is My Mouse Cursor Not Showing up

If your mouse cursor disappeared, don’t worry! You can get it back easily. I’ll show you how in this article and help you get back up and running likely within the hour. Worst case: you need to replace your mouse.  Hi, I’m Aaron. I love working with technology...

How to Fix Touchpad Not Working on Lenovo Laptop

There are a few hardware and software causes for your Lenovo laptop touchpad (or any other laptop touchpad) to stop working. How it stops working will be relevant to troubleshooting and fixing your touchpad.  Hi, I’m Aaron. I’m a technology enthusiast and have...

Why Does My Mouse Keep Freezing?

Your mouse may be freezing because of hardware or software issues. Those issues can be very frustrating, especially when you’re trying to get work done or want to unwind with a game and can’t because your mouse won’t work how you want it to work.  Hi, I’m Aaron....

Why is My Mouse Lagging on Windows

There are numerous hardware and software issues that can cause your mouse to lag. You should be able to fix it by working through common causes and eliminating them from consideration. Worst case: you’re replacing your mouse or learning to live with the lag. Hi, I’m...

Why is My USB Not Showing up on Windows

There are a few ways to diagnose your USB device not appearing. Most of those result in your device working! If they don’t, then your device is likely past its useful life and needs to be replaced. You can always test the device on another computer before ruling out...

How to Fix It When Seagate External Hard Drive is Beeping

There used to be a time when a silent hard drive was cause for concern. Thirty years ago hard drives were a little noisy and were usually only silent when the computer was off or there was a problem with the drive or the PATA connection. Nowadays, silent hard drives...

How to Fix Flash Drive Not Showing up on Mac

We’ve all been there: you try to plug a flash drive into your Mac to backup some files or review important documents, and it just won’t show up! This can be an alarming situation, but how do you fix it?  Don’t worry, we are here to help!  There are several...

Why is My Mouse Lagging on Mac: How to Fix It

We’ve all been there: you’re trying to use your Mac, but your mouse keeps lagging. While this is often an easy fix, sometimes it can point to more serious problems. So what causes a laggy mouse, and how do you fix it? As an Apple tech, I’ve seen this issue plenty of...

Why Does My Mouse Get Bigger on Mac

Have you ever wondered why your mouse pointer on Mac suddenly gets larger when you shake it? You might have been surprised one day while using your Mac. But, the reason why is quite simple. The main reason why the mouse pointer gets bigger on Mac when you shake it is...

Why is My Mac Volume so Low and How to Fix It

If you’re trying to watch a video on YouTube or listen to some music, low volume can seriously put a damper on the good times. But why is your Mac’s volume so low, and is there any way to fix it? I run across this issue from time to time while working as an Apple...

How to Fix MacBook Pro Screen Flickering

With how much we use our MacBooks for multimedia these days, from watching Netflix, scrolling through FaceBook and YouTube, and even gaming, the screen is absolutely vital. When your MacBook Pro screen starts flickering, it can seem like the end of the world. As an...

How to Fix It When MacBook Pro Won’t Turn On

You open up your MacBook Pro and sit down to get some work done, and it just won’t turn on! While this problem can be alarming, it doesn’t always mean a critical issue. Sometimes, you can try a few quick fixes to get back in business. As a MacBook repair technician, I...

Why Won’t Safari Quit and How to Force Quit It on Mac?

When Safari becomes unresponsive, it can interrupt your whole workflow. While often a frustrating experience, you can easily get out of it with a few quick fixes. Working as an Apple repair technician has shown me that Safari often hangs and becomes unresponsive for a...

Why is My Keyboard Typing Backwards

There are a few reasons your keyboard may be typing backward. Fortunately, they’re all very easy to diagnose and fix! This is one of the few times your keyboard is very unlikely to be broken. Instead, you can change some Windows settings and fix your issue easily. Hi,...

How to Fix Mouse Pointer Disappears in Chrome

If your mouse cursor disappears in Chrome, fear not! By restarting Chrome or restarting its Hardware Acceleration settings, you’ll have your mouse back in no time. Hi, I’m Aaron. I’ve been using Chrome since 2008 and it’ll be my go-to browser until Google effectively...

Is Amazon Audible Worth It?

If you love consuming literature via audiobooks, then absolutely! If not, it might still be worth it, but you must consider how often and when you’ll use the service. If you’re considering an audiobook subscription service, Audible is one of the best available. Hi,...

Top 7 Transitions in Film Editing

Transitions are what editors call the effects they apply to a cut between two shots. Adding a transition can help make a cut feel a little more natural, dramatic, or energetic. Transitions can even call attention to themselves for a more disruptive or jarring effect –...

Why is OneDrive Not Syncing and How to Fix It

Cloud storage like OneDrive is a wonderful tool that lets you access whatever you need where you need it. It can also be fickle at times and if you don’t have a good quality network connection you may find yourself unable to access your files.  Hi, I’m Aaron. I...

How to Fix Mouse Scroll Wheel Jumps in Windows

If you have a jumping mouse scroll wheel it can be a software issue but is more likely a hardware issue. Because of the ease of addressing software issues and battery charging, I’d highly recommend trying those steps first. Remember: you can always replace the mouse...

Why My Keyboard is Not Typing Letters: 7 Fixes

There are a few reasons your keyboard may not type, ranging from connectivity problems to Windows settings. If you follow the steps in this article, you’ll quickly figure out what ails your keyboard and hopefully can fix it. Hi, I’m Aaron. I love to tinker with...

How to Fix Mouse Working But Cursor Not Moving

If your mouse is working but your cursor stops moving, then you may have software or hardware issues. It’s going to be more challenging to diagnose because you don’t immediately have a working mouse. Still, you should be able to quickly work through the...

Why is My Keyboard Typing Wrong Letters: How to Fix It

If your keyboard is typing the wrong letters, it should be a fairly straightforward problem to fix. Either you are typing on some alternative functional layer or your keyboard layout and language is incorrect. If instructions above don't fix your problem, then you...

How Long Should a MacBook Pro Battery Last?

If your MacBook Pro battery seems to run out quicker than it used to, you might be wondering if you need a new battery. But how long should a MacBook Pro battery last? As a computer tech, I have been asked this question many times. It always starts with the customer...

How to Play AVI Files on Mac

If you have AVI files on your Mac, it can be surprising when you find out that you can’t open them. But why won’t a simple AVI file open on Mac, and what can you do to play it? As an Apple tech, I have seen this issue come across my desk a few times. Most Mac users...

Where is QuickTime on Mac and How to Open It

Quicktime is handy for all sorts of video playback and recording tasks, but where is it located? And how do you open it? If you’re wondering where Quicktime is hiding, don’t worry, it’s not hard to find. Let’s explore a few ways to find and open Quicktime. Key...

MacBook Making a Fan Noise: 10 Possible Causes and Fixes

Is your MacBook fan making weird sounds? A clogged or malfunctioning cooling fan can have all kinds of negative effects on your system, so fixing it should be a top priority. But how do you pinpoint and fix the issue? Working as an Apple repair technician has taught...

12 Most Common Cuts in Video Editing

A cut in video editing is the space where one video clip ends, and another begins. It is the invisible “jump” from one shot to another.  If that sounds a bit simple, it is because it is. You just decide to stop clip 1 on a particular frame and start clip 2 on a...

What Editing Software Do Hollywood Movies Use?

The vast majority of Hollywood movies are made using Avid’s Media Composer, followed – in a distant second – by Adobe’s Premiere Pro. Only a handful are edited in either Blackmagic Design’s DaVinci Resolve, or Apple’s Final Cut Pro.  Below, I will explain why....

How Much RAM Do I Need for Video Editing on a Mac

We all know photos can take up a lot of space on your iPhone or Mac. And because most videos are shot at 24 “frames” (still photos) per second, there are nearly 1,500 photos in every minute of video.  You can imagine that editing, in real time, the thousands of...

How to Stop Quicktime Screen Recording on Mac

While Quicktime can be useful for recording your screen on Mac, it can often be confusing when it comes to ending your recording. Fortunately, there are a few easy ways you can do it. In my time as an Apple computer technician, I have been asked this question more...

How to Change Default Video Player on Mac

While Quicktime is the default video player on Mac, you might want to switch to a different video player if you require more features or performance. So how do you change the default video player on Mac? Working in an Apple computer repair shop, my clients often...

How to Sign Out of Messages on Mac

Keep getting a ton of notifications from the Messages app on your Mac? Want to sign out or just get some peace and quiet? All you need to do is sign out of Messages, and fortunately, this is a super simple process and you can do it in just a few steps. Simply click on...

MacBook Air M1/M2 Overheating: 7 Possible Causes and Fixes

MacBook Airs are some of the sleekest and most efficient laptops, but they can be prone to overheating. It can really put a damper on your mood if your MacBook Air overheats and shuts down. So how do you fix it? This issue has come across my desk numerous times. As an...

Logitech Keyboard Not Working: 6 Possible Causes and Fixes

Logitech is one of the most prolific modern peripheral manufacturers making headsets, microphones, speakers, keyboards, mice, and other peripherals. They provide quality products at a reasonable price. Those products aren’t perfect, however, and sometimes they stop...

External Hard Drive Keeps Disconnecting on PC: How to Fix It

You have an external hard drive that keeps disconnecting when connected to a PC. That drive likely has files that you need reliable access to. Worse still: you don’t have a backup. The whole situation can be insanely frustrating.  Hi, I’m Aaron. I have 30 years...

How to Fix External Hard Disk Detected But Not Opening on PC

If you’ve ever used an external hard drive you’ve likely felt the acute panic of plugging it in and having nothing happen. If you haven’t backed up the information–or worse if the external hard drive is your backup–then you may have a major problem.  Hi, I’m...

Why is Dropbox Not Syncing: 6 Possible Causes and Fixes

Dropbox and other cloud storage services can seem fickle sometimes. You can mount them like a drive on your local computer and save and open files as if they were stored locally. Unlike local files, you can also open, view, and edit them when away from your computer....

Dropbox Upload Slow: 4 Reasons Why and How to Speed Up

The wonderful thing about cloud storage services is that they let you access your files wherever you have an internet connection. That kind of flexibility and functionality is relatively new and didn’t exist in its current form even a decade ago. When it stops...

How to Recover Deleted Videos from iPhone

We’ve all been there: you’re flipping through photos and videos on your phone to share and press the wrong thing. Instead of attaching a video, it’s deleted. I’m feeling panicked and stressed just writing about it. The good thing is that you still have options to...

Why is the Keyboard Not in Alphabetical Order

This is a great question. You may have looked down at the keyboard after learning how to type and realized that while you know where every key is by heart, it’s not in alphabetical order. It’s even weirder when you use a streaming device connected to a TV that uses a...

How to Convert MOV to MP4 on Mac

While MOV files are one of the most widely used formats for editing videos on a Mac, you might want to convert to MP4 if you plan to upload your video to YouTube or another social media platform. So how do you convert MOV to MP4 on Mac? As an Apple tech, I have been...

How to Convert PDF to Pages on Mac

Converting PDF to Pages can come in handy on many occasions. If someone sends you a PDF that needs edits, it can be tricky to work on it in its original format. So how do you convert PDFs to Pages on Mac? As an Apple tech, I’ve been asked this question countless times...

How to Lock or Password Protect a File on Mac

Sometimes it can be useful to put a lock on your files and keep potentially prying eyes from accessing your stuff. But how can you lock or password protect a file on Mac? As an Apple computer technician, I have been asked this question quite a few times. So I decided...

How to Stop Spinning Beachball on Mac

When your Mac shows you the dreaded spinning beachball, it can put a real damper on your workflow. This often points to potential software or hardware issues, so how do you stop the spinning beachball on Mac? As an Apple computer technician for over ten years, I have...

Files and Folders Disappeared from Desktop Mac: How to Recover?

It can be incredibly frustrating when your files and folders disappear from your Mac desktop. But what causes this to happen? And how can you find and recover your files and folders on your desktop? I have seen this problem across my desk many times as an Apple...

Why Won’t My iPhone Back Up to iCloud?

Insufficient iCloud storage is the most common reason your iPhone won’t back up to iCloud, but this is just one of many possible causes. You can verify your iCloud storage utilization by tapping iCloud on the Apple ID screen in the Settings app. Hi, I’m Andrew, a...

How to Turn off iCloud on iPhone or iPad

To turn off iCloud on your iPhone or iPad, tap Sign Out from the Apple ID screen in the Settings app, enter your Apple ID password, and then tap Turn Off. Hi, I’m Andrew, a former Mac administrator, and I’ll take you through this process step by step. We’ll also look...

Mac Says Printer is Offline: How to Fix it?

Nothing is more inconvenient than going to print something from your Mac only to find that your printer is offline. This always seems to happen at the worst times! So what can you do to bring your printer back to reality and get back to work? As a computer tech, I...

No Sound in MacBook Pro: 7 Reasons Why and Fixes

In today’s age of YouTube videos, Netflix shows, and Spotify playlists, a MacBook Pro with no sound is of no use. If your MacBook Pro has suddenly gone quiet, there are a few quick fixes you can try. I have seen this problem across my desk many times as a computer...

How to Fix MacBook Pro Connected to WiFi but No Internet

It can be incredibly frustrating when your MacBook refuses to load web pages, even though your WiFi connection seems solid. What causes this problem, and how can you fix it to get back online? If your MacBook Pro says it is connected to the internet, but you are not...

Why Is My iCloud Backup Taking So Long?

Your iCloud backup could take a long time for various reasons, including a poor internet connection, a large amount of data to back up, or insufficient iCloud storage space. Hi, I’m Andrew, a former Mac administrator, and in this article, we will look at some of the...

How to Delete Messages from iCloud

To delete messages from iCloud, tap Disable and Delete from the Messages pane in iCloud settings on your iPhone. Hi, I’m Andrew, a former Mac administrator. This article will examine three ways to remove messages from your iCloud account. Let’s get started. How to...

Why Is My iCloud Email Not Working?

Your iCloud email may not work for various reasons, but the most common cause is that your iCloud account has run out of storage. This is just one of many possible explanations we will explore in this article. Hi, I’m Andrew, a former Mac administrator, and we will...

How to Bypass Two-Factor Authentication for iCloud

Once you enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on your iCloud account, you cannot turn it off. Therefore, there is no way to bypass two-factor authentication for iCloud. Nevertheless, you have some options if you don’t have your phone or trusted device available. Hi,...

What Happens If I Disable Messages in iCloud?

Disabling Messages in iCloud will remove your synced conversations from iCloud and download them to your device. Hi, I’m Andrew, a former Mac administrator, and in this article, we’ll examine the ins and outs of iCloud message sync so you can choose the best options...

Nvidia Control Panel Keeps Closing: How to Fix It

Nvidia Control Panel is a great tool paired with Nvidia graphics cards that provides fine-grained control over graphical fidelity settings. Like other programs, the Nvidia Control Panel can sometimes behave in unanticipated and unwanted ways.  Hi, I’m Aaron. I’ve...

Alt Ctrl Del Not Working: How to Fix It

Ctrl + Alt + Del or Alt + Ctrl + Del (but not Del + Ctrl + Alt) gives you access to critical diagnostic tools through the Task Manager or lets you change users in Windows.  The Task Manager is invaluable for diagnosing CPU, Memory, storage, and ethernet...

How to View Dropbox Logs

Dropbox is a handy file-sharing and collaboration tool. Sometimes, you may want to understand what is happening with files on a dropbox space, who is accessing them, and what is being done with them. That’s where logs come in. Those logs will provide information about...

How to Fix Steam Quit Unexpectedly on Mac

Nothing is more frustrating than trying to game on your Mac when Steam keeps quitting unexpectedly. But what causes Steam to quit unexpectedly, and how can you prevent it from happening? My name is Tyler, and I am an Apple computer tech with over a decade of...

Is CleanMyMac X Legitimate and Safe to Use?

There is a lot of software out there that claims to speed up your Mac or optimize your system in some way. However, with scams and illegitimate software all too common, how do you know if a program is legitimate and safe to use? Overall, CleanMyMac X (our full review)...

How to Unfreeze MacBook Pro or MacBook Air

Nothing is more frustrating than having your MacBook freeze while working on something. This can even point to more severe hardware problems. But what causes a MacBook Pro or MacBook Air to freeze, and how can you unfreeze it? My name is Tyler, and I am an Apple...

How to Remove Duplicate Photos on Mac

Duplicate photos can take up excessive space on your Mac, causing potential problems. Not to mention that having so many duplicates makes it harder to organize your photo library. So how do you remove duplicate photos on Mac? My name is Tyler, and I am a Mac repair...

Is Apple Trade-in Worth it?

Trading in an old MacBook, iPhone, or iPad can be a lucrative way to get a discount or a gift card to buy a new device. While Apple trade-in is a safe bet, is it really worth it? Are there other alternatives that can yield a greater return if you want to sell your...

Can You Delete DMG Files After Installing?

Whenever you install an application from the Internet, a DMG file is left behind. While these files are necessary for loading the app, they can take up a lot of space. So can you delete DMG files after installing? Well, the quick answer is: Unused DMG files can hog...

How to Back Up Photos to iCloud

To back up your photos to iCloud from an iPhone, tap Sync this iPhone from the iCloud Settings screen. Hi, I’m Andrew, a former Mac administrator. In this article, I’ll show you two different ways to back up your photos to iCloud and answer some commonly asked...

Can iCloud Be Hacked?

Like everything else available on the internet, iCloud can be hacked. That does not mean it will be hacked or even that the service is not secure, but nothing is impervious to attack. I’m Andrew, a former Mac administrator and a Security+-certified IT professional. In...

Why Is My iCloud Greyed Out?

Your iCloud options might be greyed out because of a software bug, restrictions on your device, downed services, or a lack of network connectivity. Hi, I’m Andrew, a former Mac administrator, and in this article, we’ll examine these potential culprits and some ways to...

How to Buy More Storage on iPhone (Not iCloud)

I hate to break it to you, but buying more storage for your iPhone is impossible. The only way to increase the amount of physical storage on your phone is to buy an iPhone with a higher storage capacity. Every other solution involves offloading or deleting files to...

How to Transfer Everything from iPhone to iPhone without iCloud

To transfer everything from one iPhone to another without using iCloud, your best bet is to back up the iPhone containing your data to a PC or Mac and restore that backup to the new device. Hi, I’m Andrew, a former Apple certified technician and Mac administrator, and...

How to Delete Old Backups on iCloud

You can delete old iCloud backups in minutes with just a few steps. On your iPhone, tap Delete & Turn Off Backup from the device’s Backup Details screen in iCloud settings. Hi, I’m Andrew, a former Mac administrator, and an iCloud user, and I can help you find and...

What Happens if I Turn Off iCloud Photos?

If you turn off iCloud Photos, the app will present the option either to remove your iCloud photos from your device or to download the photos. Whichever option you choose, the photos will remain in iCloud. Nevertheless, if you disable the iCloud Photo sync option for...

How to Permanently Delete Apps from iCloud

To permanently delete apps from iCloud, tap Show All under APPS USING ICLOUD from the iCloud menu and toggle off the switch next to any app you wish to remove. Hi, I’m Andrew, a former Mac administrator, and fellow iCloud user. In this article, I’ll expound upon the...

How to Sign out of iCloud without Password

The quickest way to sign out of iCloud without the password is to use the device’s passcode to reset the iCloud credentials. Once done, you can use the new password to sign out. To do so, tap Change Password from the Password & Security screen in the Settings app...

How to Share iCloud Storage with Family or Friends

To share iCloud storage with family or friends, tap Subscriptions from the Family screen in the Setting app, then choose iCloud+. Tap Share iCloud+ With Family. Hi, I’m Andrew, a former Mac administrator, and in this article, I’ll give you all the details for sharing...

How to Download All Photos from iCloud to Your Computer

You can download all photos from iCloud to your computer by visiting icloud.com/photos, selecting all photos, and then clicking the download button in the top right corner of the browser window. I’m Andrew, a former Mac administrator, and in this article, I’ll show...

How Much Space does Fortnite Take Up

Fortnite is arguably one of the most popular games in the world at the time of writing this article. Published by Epic Games, it defined a new genre of Battle Royale games: a mix of traditional deathmatch multiplayer modes and building.  One of the things that...

How to Fix MacBook Pro Battery Draining Fast

Even though MacBook Pros are known for their excellent battery life, a fast drain can impede your productivity. So what can you do if your MacBook Pro battery is draining fast and ruining your enjoyment of your laptop? My name is Tyler, and I am a Mac technician with...

Why Won’t MacBook Bluetooth Turn On and How to Fix It

Bluetooth is a helpful feature for connecting wireless headphones, speakers, mice, and keyboards. It can be frustrating when the Bluetooth on your MacBook Pro or MacBook Air won’t turn on. So, what can you do to fix it? My name is Tyler, and I am a MacBook expert with...

How to Prevent Excessive SSD Wear on M1 Mac

Since the earliest M1 Macs launched not too long ago, many users have reported excessive SSD wear. While this sounds alarming, there are a few tips to make the problem disappear. My name is Tyler, and I am a Mac technician with over ten years of experience. I’ve seen...

PDFs Opening in Google Chrome Instead of Adobe: How to Fix It

There’s nothing worse than having a quality-of-life problem with your computer. Sure it works fine and does what it should, but when expected workflows behave unexpectedly, it can be jarring, disruptive, and downright annoying.  Hi, I’m Aaron. I’ve spent the...

Logitech Mouse Double Clicking: How to Fix It

There are a few ways to address the issue of your Logitech mouse double-clicking. Unfortunately, many of them fail to address the underlying cause of your mouse woes and just mask the problem.  Hi, I’m Aaron. I love working with and around technology and have...

Mouse Cursor Moves on Its Own: 5 Possible Causes and Fixes

There’s nothing more frustrating than when your computer doesn’t work as you expect. The great thing about computers–aside from the information and entertainment they provide–is their predictability. Computers operate in exactly the same way every time you use them....

Computer Turns on but No Signal to Monitor: 7 Causes and Fixes

Computers are incredibly powerful productivity, entertainment, and communications tools. It’s difficult to imagine life without them. Maybe that’s why it’s so frustrating when a computer doesn’t act as expected and apparently fails to work.  I’m Aaron, and I...

Monitor Randomly Goes Black for a Second: 7 Causes and Fixes

Nothing’s more frustrating than things that interrupt your workflow and gaming. We’re all so accustomed to a certain computing experience that when something happens to disrupt that, it can be incredibly jarring and offputting.  I’m Aaron. I work with technology...

Computer Turns on But No Display: 5 Possible Causes and Fixes

Not being able to use your computer when you want can be incredibly frustrating. You’ve probably encountered a situation where you went to use your computer, turned on the monitor and there was no display.  I’m Aaron. I work with and around technology every day. If...

Computer Very Slow All of a Sudden: Possible Causes and Fixes

Computer performance can be fickle sometimes. That can be jarring because of interruptions to your productivity or gaming.  There are many reasons your computer can very suddenly run slowly. Some are easy to fix while others aren’t. The good news is that you’ll...

PC Crashes While Gaming: 7 Possible Causes and Fixes

If you’ve played games on a PC for some time, you’ll find that games crash. It happens on consoles too, but it would be foolish to say that it happens more often than on PC. PCs can have thousands of different configurations with significantly more variation in...

How to Watch Netflix on TV Without Internet

You connect another device with an internet connection! It might seem daunting, but it’s very straightforward to connect another device to a TV without internet.  Hi, I’m Aaron. I’ve been tinkering with technology for over 30 years. I signed up for Netflix when...

How to Find the Seed of a Minecraft Server

Sometimes, you may be playing Minecraft online and think: this is a perfect world. I’d love to make a copy for myself offline. The best way to do that is by copying the seed of the server. If you have the seed, you’ll be able to generate an identical world.  Hi,...

Can Someone Track Your Location from a Text?

Yes! Assuming you’re talking about SMS messaging, only if that someone happens to have access to your cellular provider’s logs. Otherwise, no, someone can’t track your location from a text. That changes if you’re talking about other messaging formats.  Hi, I’m...