Apple offers HEIF (High-Efficiency Image File) and HEIC (High-Efficiency Image Container) formats to its devices for default camera apps to enhance the quality of pictures. HEIF, HEIC, or HEVC are the most efficient formats for iOS consumers.

These new formats enable the user to store more photos and data on their devices as they are storage-friendly because they consume less space than other formats. The downside is that the images and videos taken in these newer formats are no…

Time Machine is the backup application that comes inbuilt with Mac devices running on macOS. It can also be used as a desktop OS program developed by Apple. It performs backup tasks with the help of AirPort Time Capsule, Hard Disk, and the Wi-Fi router. The machine manages to create backups of several data files that can be quickly restored at any later date.

Backing up to a Windows shared folder using Time Machine on a Mac device is not a difficult task. Read on to learn…

Want to hide your Mac’s desktop icons without the use of Terminals? We are providing some information on how to quickly hide your desired app icons without using Terminals. Before going in-depth, we want to describe what the terminals are. In general terms, it’s a command-line system that makes the user capable of managing and handling several kinds of macOS with several modification features.

Users can use third-party apps to hide or delete desktop icons directly on the particular…

If your Mac is running low on storage space, you can make more room by optimizing the storage space. Customizing and optimizing storage space on a Mac device is not a challenging process, but users need to perform some workarounds on their device. Here is how to customize and deactivate Optimized Storage Space on Mac.

Stop Syncing Desktop and Documents folder in iCloud on Mac

One can easily stop the process of syncing various documents to the desktop in iCloud on Mac. Once you…

Photography is a hobby for many of us. iPhone owners have a great camera in their hands all the time if for some reason you don’t own a DSLR. A smartphone is a primary device when you have to capture all the good moments with family and friends, or the beautiful nature around you.

Sometimes, the Camera app can bring up a glitch where the camera screen goes black whenever you visit the app. While you try to figure out and fix the issue, you might miss some beautiful moments to capture.…

iCloud is the fix to every solution related to creating backups or transferring data. Well, there had to be times when things go wrong. Though iCloud is everything you wanted on your iPhone, it can come up with issues like the media not showing up in the Photo Library.

Though it is nothing to worry about, you’ve still got some fixing to do. Below is a detailed guide on the reasons and fixes to bring back the Photo Library’s lost content.…

Earphones or earbuds have become an essential part of every device. They’re required while traveling long distances, or if you want to watch a movie without disturbing others. If you’re a Google follower, you might have set the Pixel Buds as your top priority.

Using Google’s AirPods is an excellent choice with your Android devices as it supports Google Assistant. Place the AirPods in your ear, and you’re ready for anything, that includes jogging or a workout session. What if we ask…

Director Christopher Nolan is excited and eagerly waiting for Robert Pattinson’s upcoming movie The Batman. The new Batman will be fresh in many aspects. Robert Pattinson will be the original Caped Crusader, and Matt Reeves directs the film with a new vision.

Nolan is also struggling with his new movie Tenet due to the pandemic COVID-19 like other people across the world. However, his film opened in 70 different countries and is battling to maintain the theatrical release. Tenet is…

The first-generation iPad introduced a wireless stylus pen in 2015, that communicates with the device via Bluetooth. The Apple Pencil enables smooth marking on the screen of the device and can be used simultaneously with the user’s fingers.

The stylus pencil works fine, until or unless it starts bringing up issues like not responding to the apps, not appearing in the menu, etc. There are a few easy tips to follow to troubleshoot and fix such errors.

Tips to Troubleshoot and Fix…

The Alienware m17 is a compelling and advanced gaming laptop that is loaded with a vast number of features. The new design of this Dell machine is impressive and eye-catching, and it has some of the best mobile gaming components. On the other hand, it is very expensive and does not deliver a decent battery performance.

Alienware m17 has a stunning slim and lightweight design with powerful features and is a future-proof device. It may, however, be expensive for some users mainly in…

IPVanish is a powerful VPN with a lot of impressive features. It is a fast and easily configurable VPN and delivers both power and performance. It unblocks Netflix, has a reliable kill switch for Windows, and you get 250GB of web storage which you can access via SugarSync when you sign in for IPVanish. This storage comes in use for taking backups, file sharing and keeping your files on online servers.

IPVanish however, has some drawbacks too. Some of the apps can be awkward to use,…

Mesa 3 is a tablet PC which has a durable design and an impressive battery life, but it does lack high-end performance and can only do some basic office and information collection tasks. Also, it is more expensive for the specifications it provides. Although the specifications are impressive as it offers a super-tough design, plenty of customizations, hot-swap batteries and more. It, however, has some drawbacks too like the display size, low megapixel cameras, and it is quite expensive…

PIA or Private Internet Access is a high portfolio VPN with a vast number of interesting features and that too at a budget-friendly price. It offers instant Netflix unblocking, wide range of feature-packed apps, decent-sized network, and expert-level tweaks. It is highly configurable and has a lot more which we have described in the below-mentioned paragraphs. Even though it has a vast number of advantages, it certainly has some disadvantages as well. The company doesn’t offer you a free…

Everything goes smoothly with an Apple product until or unless it starts shutting off now and then. It is not just annoying, but everyone starts worrying as Apple devices are expensive and need a lot of investment.

In case your iPhone or iPad is creating issues like shutting off even if the battery isn’t low, it needs to be fixed. If there are no serious issues with the battery of your device or any other internal problems, it can be fixed manually without visiting the Apple Store.…

Everybody’s well aware of the combination of smart appliances and a HomeKit. It is system software that enables you to control the home appliances with the Apple device’s help.

All the information provided by the HomeKit and the apparatus is essential for smart work. Thus, HomeKit needs to be paired with an eight-digit pairing code that comes along the smart appliances. Every accessory has its unique code, which is required while adding the device to the HomeKit app.

The big…

A smartphone is an essential tool for anyone. Especially now, when the lockdown has slowed the pace of life, and everyone’s staying home, a phone in your hand is the only source of entertainment and work.

It’ll be very annoying if your iPhone stopped working for some reason, and you can not go out to get it repaired. Other issues still have a scope to get fixed at home; however, what if your iPhone’s battery stops charging?

If you’re one of those people who are experiencing the…

Creating a backup of your data is essential to avoid losing the same at some point. Thus, using the Time Machine method is a go-to practice for Mac users. Mac owners don’t need to have an extra Mac for creating backups. Thus, there are various methods to follow and create a backup for your data, including a Windows shared folder. However, this method requires quite a setup, but it can be easily done using the Time Machine.

Time Machine is known to be a complex method for creating…

Are you both a tea and a coffee lover? Why settle for one when you can grab both the high-quality beverages offered by Amora Subscription Box.

Amora subscription plans are one of the most flexible plans you could get your hands on. You have the option to choose minutely the details regarding the flavor, the number of tins, and how often you want them. Every container has sixteen sachets of fresh tea, and if you do not like a particular tea, you can exchange it with a different flavor.…

Are you fond of using emoji while you text? If you’re, you must have used GIFs as well. GIF is an animated image file like any other format files. They have become a vital part of the World Wide Web and were created back in 1987.

In simple words, GIFs are not still pictures, but they aren’t particularly videos too. Even if you can’t get a hold of what is being talked about, you surely must have come across GIFs.…

Are you a workout freak? Exercising is a vital part of one’s life as it keeps you fit and healthy. Be it taking a jog in the morning, or hitting the gym in the evening; it is important to keep track of your habits.

If you’re an Apple Watch user, it can add up to the advantage as it enables you to track your workout routine. However, sometimes inconsistency may arise while recording. For instance, the Watch might show a slower pace while running on a treadmill inside than going for a…