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An old, but very dangerous recurring scam targeting unsuspecting iPhone users is making the rounds once again.
As usual, there are several slight variations of this scam, but luckily they’re pretty easy to recognize if you know what to look for.
This “Call AppleCare for Support” scam typically works something like this… [Read more…]
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Question from Carol: Hi, Rick. I need your help with a problem I’m having if you don’t mind.
I recently had a stroke and it affected my eyesight. My recovery is going well but I still don’t see nearly as well as I used to.
One of the biggest problems I have is reading the text on my phone. It would help a lot if I could make the letters bigger.
Can you tell me if that’s possible and how to change it if it is? [Read more…]
Question from Sherry: My iPhone hangs up on me about once a week.
By hangs up I mean it just stops responding to taps, swipes or button presses. In other words, it just freezes up, and it does it at random times.
The only way to get the phone to work again is to let the battery die completely since I can’t remove the battery like I did when my Android phones would hang up.
Is there a way to force an iPhone to shut down or restart without having to kill the battery? [Read more…]
Can you remote control your PC with your phone?Of course. The ability to control your computer from your iPhone is more than just a convenience these days, it’s a necessity for many.
Whether you’re on the go, working off-site, or just lying on the couch, controlling another computer remotely can increase your productivity and streamline your workflow. [Read more…]
Apple has garnered a large following of loyal fans due to its strong brand reputation and quality assurance. However, when unboxing a new iPhone, if you also switch to a new SIM card or want to switch to another new Apple ID, this can be a time-consuming process.
But don’t worry, this passage will tell you how to easily create a new Apple ID and transfer data from one account to another easily. [Read more…]