OS 17: The most impactful new iPhone features are also the ones you’ll notice least - ZD Net

 

How to Tag Your Pets in Your ‘People” Album in iPhotos - CNet

How to Use Siri to Find and Launch Apps (2023) - iPhone Life

iOS 17:  The most impactful new iPhone features are also the ones you’ll notice least - ZD Net

Upgrading your iPhone? Read this first -- Malwarebytes

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iOS 17: How to Tag Your Pets in Your 'People' Album in Photos

Apple's release of iOS 17 brought new features to your iPhone and improvements to its apps, including the Photos app. With the latest update, the Photos app can finally recognize your pets and add them to your "People & Pets" album, previously just the "People" album.

https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/ios-17-how-to-tag-your-pets-in-your-people-album-in-photos/

How to Use Siri to Find and Launch Apps (2023)

I have a lot of apps on both my iPhone and my iPad Air, and I can sometimes forget where I've stored them all. There's a much faster way to launch apps: simply ask Siri. Not only can you use Siri to launch and use apps, but Siri can also help you find and download apps of interest.  Here's how to launch and control apps with Siri!

https://mailer.iphonelife.com/ga/webviews/4-1655162-10-10881-13715-123606-1pa1bc88c7

iOS 17: The most impactful new iPhone features are also the ones you'll notice the least

For Apple users, this month is all about the iPhone, whether you're buying a new iPhone 15 or upgrading an older model with iOS 17, which officially rolls out today.

Also: One subtle (but important) reason to buy the iPhone 15 Pro instead of the iPhone 14 Pro

iOS 17 represents the next generation of iPhone software, with a slew of features that ZDNET's covered extensively since it first opened for developer beta in June. The focus of this year's software version is clear; Apple is giving you a familiar iPhone experience with useful improvements that are just subtle enough to not warrant a dramatic shift in lifestyle.

https://tinyurl.com/438xfea7

Upgrading your iPhone? Read this first

Apple's Wonderlust event on Tuesday saw the launch of the company's top-of-the-line iPhone 15 Pro Max with a titanium chassis and an improved telephoto camera, as well as other iPhone 15 models and new Apple Watches.

Also this week, Apple was reportedly banned from selling the iPhone 12 in France because the device's Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) is above the legal limit. France's National Frequency Agency (ANFR) stated the model emits more than the permitted electromagnetic waves, and the company must stop selling the device, starting immediately.

All this news may have caused people to entertain the thought of trading in their old devices for a new iPhone. If you are one of them, we have a few tips for you.

https://www.malwarebytes.com/blog/news/2023/09/upgrading-your-iphone-read-this-first

Apple's iOS 17 is changing the way you check your voicemail. Here's how it works.

 

Notes from our September 18th SIG

The big watchOS 10 update is now available for your Apple Watch iMore

9 Useful things you can do with the download button on your iPhone - iDownloading Blog

How to make a Stolen iPhone more trackable - MacWorld

Apple’s iOS 17 is changing the way you check your voicemail. - USA Today

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Information from our September 18th SIG

From Mark Davis:

Apple Support

https://tinyurl.com/2xjmuabu

Here is the Update Checklist for iOS 17.

 https://bit.ly/455D7Qs 

The Widgets link from the  Apple Site:

 https://apple.co/3EKyYXq

From Toni Valenstein:

Copy and Paste with Shortcut Keys

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwWpVXi9meU

From Catherine Tracy:

Rich Bowlin:  iPhone Tips for Seniors: 5 Creative Ways to Use Siri

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtMHp2jGUaM

The big watchOS 10 update is now available for your Apple Watch

Apple announced the watchOS 10 software update way back in June and now, it's finally available for everyone to download.

The big unveiling took place on June 5 as part of the WWDC 23 shenanigans and while watchOS 10 might have been somewhat overshadowed by the announcement of the Vision Pro headset, it's actually a pretty nice update. And as ever, it's a free one — everyone with a compatible Apple Watch can now download it without spending a penny.

We'd definitely suggest that you do that given the changes this update brings to the most popular watch in the world.

https://www.imore.com/health-fitness/apple-watch/the-big-watchos-10-update-is-now-available-for-your-apple-watch

9 useful things you can do with the volume buttons of your iPhone

The up and down volume buttons on your iPhone are not just limited to changing the volume, and in this article, we will tell you about several other things you can do by using these physical keys.

https://www.idownloadblog.com/2023/09/19/things-to-do-with-iphone-volume-buttons/

Apple's iOS 17 is changing the way you check your voicemail. Here's how it works.

Answering machines and voicemail inboxes have been around for decades, with seemingly very few changes or obvious updates.

Apple’s iOS 17 introduces a simple change to a feature many millennials rely on when avoiding answering their ringing devices, and the company is calling it Live Voicemail. 

It accompanies another update to FaceTime and joins the list of many new features and updates in iOS 17, including a new and improved way to AirDrop. 

iOS 17 is compatible with iPhone XS and newer.

The software release comes after the tech company announced its latest line of hardware, including the iPhone 15.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/problemsolved/2023/09/19/apple-ios-17-update-live-voicemail/70864985007/

How to make a stolen iPhone more trackable with the Find My app

Apple has worked to make stolen iPhones less valuable to thieves through Activation Lock, a feature that’s part of Find My. With Find My enabled (Settings > account name > Find My), an iPhone (or iPad or recent years’ Macs) can’t be erased and reused without having the password for the Apple ID account associated with the phone. (This locking feature can also render Apple hardware intended for legitimate resale or donation unusable.)

https://www.macworld.com/article/1978816/how-to-make-a-stolen-iphone-more-trackable-with-the-find-my-app.html

iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 to be released for iPhone and iPad on September 18

 

Mac users hit by Atomic Stealer malware via malicious Google Search ads - 9 to 5 Mac

The Apple Watch Now Lets you Answer Phone Calls by Tapping Your Fingers - Wired

macOS Sonoma arrives on Sept. 26…Apple Insider

How to share your screen in FaceTime - Lifewire

iOS17 and iPadOS 17 to be released for the iPhone and iPad on September 18

How to use the Walkie Talkie feature on the Apple Watch - Geeky Gadgets

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Mac users hit by Atomic Stealer malware via malicious Google Search ads

This year we’ve seen a powerful new malware launch called Atomic macOS Stealer (AMOS) that specifically targets Apple users. Now in the latest development, AMOS has been found in malicious ads for Google searches. Here’s how to avoid this threat and help others do the same.

https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/06/mac-hit-by-atomic-stealer-malware-with-search-ads/

The Apple Watch Now Lets You Answer Phone Calls by Tapping Your Fingers

https://www.wired.com/story/apple-watch-series-9-apple-watch-ultra-price-specs-release-date/

macOS Sonoma arrives on Sept. 26; iOS 17, tvOS 17, watchOS 10 on Sept 18

Just before the iPhone 15 and new Apple Watch models ship, every Apple user has updated software to look forward to with everything arriving before the end of September.

Mac users have macOS Sonoma coming on September 26th, and iPhone and iPad users can download iOS 17 on the 18th.

macOS Sonoma comes out on September 26th

Apple teased macOS Sonoma back in June, but we finally have a date we can look forward to for upgrading our Macs. On September 26th, macOS Sonoma brought a handful of new features to our favorite devices.

https://appleinsider.com/articles/23/09/12/macos-sonoma-arrives-on-sept-26-ios-17-tvos-17-watchos-10-on-sept-18

How to Share Your Screen in FaceTime

What to Know

• iPhone and iPad: On FaceTime call > tap screen > share button > Share My Screen > open app to share.

• Mac: Open the app to share > FaceTime call > share button > Window or Screen > click window or screen.

• FaceTime screen sharing only works in FaceTime calls on Apple devices.

This article explains how to share your screen using FaceTime on an iPhone, iPad, and a Mac.

https://www.lifewire.com/share-your-screen-in-facetime-7570318

iOS 17 and iPadOS 17 to be released for iPhone and iPad on September 18

https://9to5mac.com/2023/09/12/ios-17-ipados-17-release-date/

How to use the Walkie Talkie feature on the Apple Watch

The Apple Watch is not just for telling the time or tracking your fitness. This versatile piece of wearable technology offers an array of features that enrich your daily life, one of which is the intriguing Walkie-Talkie app. This voice communication tool adds another layer of connectivity to your smartwatch experience. So, how do you make the most of this feature, from building your contact list to engaging in real-time conversations? Our comprehensive guide is designed to cover all these facets, aiming to resolve any questions you may have about maximizing your use of the Walkie-Talkie app on the Apple Watch.

https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/how-to-use-the-walkie-talkie-feature-on-the-apple-watch/

 

How to clean your iPhone Charging Port - iMore

15 ways to use your iPad and iPhone together with your Mac - iDB

Trade in your used iPhone, Apple Watch & get bonus cash ahead of the Apple event - Apple Insider

These give new features make us eager to upgrade - Macworld

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How to clean your iPhone charging port

If you are used to popping your iPhone 14 in your pocket, it will pick up all the dirt, fluff, and dead skin waiting in there. As well as being generally unsanitary after a while, this stuff can get stuck in the port, causing charging difficulties. You may notice you need to angle your device to get it charged or it may not transfer data at all. 

If you have spotted some problems with your device, this will go over exactly how to clean your iPhone charging port, alongside some extra tips and what you should prepare in advance. Naturally, this comes with some risks so make sure you are careful. It is worth the effort to regularly your charging port but it may take time to do well. 

https://www.imore.com/iphone/how-to-clean-your-iphone-charging-port

15 ways to use your iPad and iPhone together with your Mac

Apple devices work particularly well with one another, and in this guide, we will share fifteen ways to use your iOS device and your Mac together for a more productive and creative experience.

https://www.idownloadblog.com/2023/09/04/ways-to-use-ipad-iphone-with-mac/

Trade in your used iPhone, Apple Watch & get bonus cash ahead of the Apple event (September 12)

As the September Apple event draws near, iPhone and Apple Watch users looking to upgrade to the iPhone 15 and rumored Apple Watch Series 9 can lock in an exclusive cash bonus on used devices.

Popular buyback retailers Decluttr.com, Gazelle.com and BuyBackWorld.com are each offering an exclusive cash bonus to AppleInsider readers when you trade in a used iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad or MacBook ahead of Apple's iPhone 15 unveiling.

https://appleinsider.com/articles/23/09/03/trade-in-your-used-iphone-apple-watch-get-bonus-cash-ahead-of-the-apple-event

This is the one Apple Watch setting you should change before your next flight

While it’s common to use your smartphone, tablet and computer during flights, your smartwatch is one device that doesn’t serve much purpose on a plane. So, unless you’re closing your Apple Watch rings by lapping the aircraft aisles, there’s a certain watch setting you should change before takeoff. 

https://www.tomsguide.com/news/this-is-the-one-apple-watch-setting-you-should-change-before-your-next-flight

iOS 17: These five new features make us eager to upgrade

Apple just announced iOS 17 at WWDC, and what has been rumored to be little more than a “maintenance release” focused on performance and reliability is a whole lot more. There are dozens of new features coming to our iPhones this fall, and while some are minor tweaks, others are game-changers. We expect iOS 17 to be released this September. Apple is making an early beta available to registered developers right away, with a public beta likely starting in July. We have a guide to tell you all about how to download the iOS beta.

These are the five features that have us most excited to update our iPhones this fall.

https://www.macworld.com/article/1940357/ios-17-features-live-voicemail-autocorrect-contact-posters-standby.html