Sam Costello

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Articles

A Comprehensive Guide to Closing Apps on Older and Newer iPhones

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Sam Costello

The DownloadiPhone X and newer: Swipe up halfway and pause to reveal the App Switcher view. Then, swipe up on the app to close. iPhone SE, 8, and earlier: Double-click Home button > swipe to find the app to quit > swipe up to close it. This article explains how to close open apps on the iPhone. Instructions apply to all devices that have iOS 6 or newer.
How to Know If an iPhone Carrier Settings Update Is Available

3 weeks ago | lifewire.com | Sam Costello

The DownloadiPhone carrier settings updates can provide new features and improvements. Some of these updates are mandatory and installed automatically. For others, tap Update when the notification appears, or go to Settings > General > About. This article explains what carrier settings updates are and how to work with them on the iPhone. What Are iPhone Carrier Settings Updates?
iPhone Carrier Settings Updates: Everything You Need to Know

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Sam Costello

The DownloadiPhone carrier settings updates can provide new features and improvements. Some of these updates are mandatory and installed automatically. For others, tap Update when the notification appears, or go to Settings > General > About. This article explains what carrier settings updates are and how to work with them on the iPhone. What Are iPhone Carrier Settings Updates?
Check Your Chrome Version on Any Device—Mac, Windows, iPhone, or Android

3 weeks ago | lifewire.com | Sam Costello |Jon Fisher

What to KnowCheck Chrome version across all devices. Use chrome://version for a shortcut. Updating ensures features and security. Not sure if your Chrome browser is up to date? Staying current ensures you get the latest features, security patches, and performance improvements. This guide walks you through how to check your version of Chrome and update it if needed on the most popular devices, including Mac, Windows, iPhone, and Android. How Can I Tell What Version of Chrome I Have?
Say Goodbye to Vanishing Hotspots: iPhone's Best Kept Fixes Revealed

3 weeks ago | lifewire.com | Sam Costello |Christine Baker

The DownloadMake sure your Personal Hotspot and Cellular Data settings are turned on to see the Hotspot option. Restarting or updating your iPhone can fix issues with the missing Personal Hotspot feature. Contact Apple support if you've tried everything and still can't find the Personal Hotspot feature. If your iPhone's Personal Hotspot is missing, don't worry; the feature hasn't been removed. It's probably just turned off, or perhaps your Cellular Data setting is disabled.
Got a New iPhone? Here's How to Set It Up in Minutes

1 month ago | lifewire.com | Sam Costello

Whether you recently made the switch from Android to iOS or purchased the latest release, we have your go-to tips for learning how to set up a new iPhone. These tips only scratch the surface of what you can do with an iPhone, but they'll start you on your path to becoming an iPhone pro. The iPhone doesn't come with a manual in the box, but you can find downloadable manuals for all of the iPhone's from Apple's website.
Setting Up Your New iPhone: The Ultimate Guide to Getting Started

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Sam Costello

Whether you recently made the switch from Android to iOS or purchased the latest release, we have your go-to tips for learning how to set up a new iPhone. These tips only scratch the surface of what you can do with an iPhone, but they'll start you on your path to becoming an iPhone pro. Expert Tip: NoteThe iPhone doesn't come with a manual in the box, but you can find downloadable manuals for all of the iPhone's from Apple's website.
Create iPhone Contact Posters Easily: Step-by-Step Guide

1 month ago | lifewire.com | Sam Costello

The DownloadCreate: Contacts > My Card > Contact Photo & Poster > Edit > Customize. Customize: Contacts > My Card > Contact Photo & Poster > Edit > swipe to poster > Done. Delete: Contacts > My Card > Contact Photo & Poster > Edit > swipe to poster > swipe up > trash icon > Delete. An iPhone Contact Poster is a customizable screen that appears to your contacts when you call them. This article explains how to create and modify iPhone Contact Posters, introduced in iOS 17.
Create iPhone Contact Posters Easily: Step-by-Step Guide

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Sam Costello

The DownloadCreate: Contacts > My Card > Contact Photo & Poster > Edit > Customize. Customize: Contacts > My Card > Contact Photo & Poster > Edit > swipe to poster > Done. Delete: Contacts > My Card > Contact Photo & Poster > Edit > swipe to poster > swipe up > trash icon > Delete. An iPhone Contact Poster is a customizable screen that appears to your contacts when you call them. This article explains how to create and modify iPhone Contact Posters, introduced in iOS 17.
iPad Too Loud? Here's How to Mute It Fast

1 month ago | lifewire.com | Sam Costello

The DownloadMute an iPad from Control Center by swiping down from the top right corner. Move the volume slider to the bottom. Another quick method is to use the Volume Down button. Press it until the volume is muted. Silence the ringer and other noises in Settings > Sounds. This article describes multiple ways to mute an iPad, whether you want to silence music, video games, or alerts.