Do you really know who’s watching? Angela Lang/CNET No one wants to leak their private information as they browse the web. Chrome, Safari, Firefox and other popular browsers can help
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8 iOS 15 hidden features every iPhone user should know about
Your iPhone is full of hidden features, and iOS 15 has some. James Martin/CNET Naomi Antonino/CNET If you’ve updated your iPhone recently, you’ve probably got a good grasp on all
Ditch Apple’s Mail and Safari apps on your new iPhone or iPad with this feature
We’ll show you how to set default apps on your iPhone or iPad. Óscar Gutiérrez/CNET A new iPhone can be a great holiday gift. You can pack it full of fun apps,
Best 5G phones for 2022
The super-fast data speeds of 5G aren’t just limited to the wealthy — we’re now seeing the service become available on much more affordable handsets. What once seemed like a
Not enough iCloud storage? Pssh, you can still back up your iPhone
Manage iCloud storage by removing old backups for iOS devices you no longer have. James Phelan/CNET Regularly backing up your iPhone is incredibly worthwhile, whether you just upgraded to a
Best small phones to buy in 2022
Phones with immense displays like the Pixel 6 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra certainly have their advantages. Top specs and stellar cameras are often packed into those
Best MacOS Monterey features: AirPlay to Macs, FaceTime with anyone, group Safari tabs and more
The MacOS Monterey beta is full of new features, including the ability to FaceTime with those on Android and Windows devices. CNET/Dan Ackerman Apple’s latest Mac operating system, MacOS Monterey,
iOS 15 settings you should change on your iPhone 13 right now
Changing these settings can help you get the most out of your iPhone. Patrick Holland/CNET We’re still in the midst of the holiday season, and that might mean receiving a
How to put your COVID vaccine card on your phone
Many states offer online portals for residents to upload COVID-19 vaccine records and test results. Sarah Tew/CNET As the highly contagious omicron variant of the coronavirus surges through the US,
You need to try these new Apple Watch 7 features
The Apple Watch Series 7 goes on sale later this fall. Apple/Screenshot by Sarah Tew/CNET After setting up your new Apple Watch Series 7 that you got this holiday season and pairing
New phone? Remember to transfer your Google Authenticator accounts
Don’t forget to transfer Google’s Authenticator app when you set up a new phone. Jason Cipriani/CNET Using a two-factor authentication app like Google Authenticator is the preferred way to protect
Quickly pair your AirPods to your iPhone, MacBook and other Apple devices (at once)
The AirPods Pro with third-party eartips. Lexy Savvides/CNET Naomi Antonino/CNET The Apple ecosystem is a well-interconnected environment, and that includes the AirPods ($80 at eBay). As long as the same
3 iPhone security settings to lock down before it’s too late
Securely locking down your iPhone or iPad takes more than just a passcode. Angela Lang/CNET Make 2022 the year you take device security seriously. As your iPhone becomes increasingly integral
Apple’s Screen Time feature might even make your kids talk to you
Getting sucked in? Use Screen Time on your iPhone, iPad or Mac to cut down on how much time you spend on your device. Angela Lang/CNET The holidays are a
Best mobile VPN of 2022
Having the best mobile VPN for your phone is important, whether you’re logging into your bank’s website, browsing on public Wi-Fi at the airport or just trying to enjoy some
