Category: Tips

Office 2019 for Mac Goes Read-Only on July 13, 2026

Microsoft Office 2019 for Mac will become read-only on July 13, 2026. Check your version now and explore your upgrade options before you lose the ability to create and edit documents.

Use Fake Contacts to Improve Dictation Accuracy

Frustrated when Dictation on the iPhone mangles what you meant to say? Create fake contacts for troublesome words, and Dictation will learn to recognize them correctly across all your Apple devices.

Not Sure If You’re Presentable for a Video Call? Try Hand Mirror

About to join a video call? The free Mac app Hand Mirror adds a menu bar icon that instantly shows your webcam view so you can check your hair before anyone else sees it.

Use Your AirPods as a Camera Remote

Your AirPods can now double as a camera remote in iOS 26. Here’s how to set it up so a press or press-and-hold triggers the shutter to take a photo or start and stop a video.

Today’s Fire Prevention Tip: Avoid Cheap Lithium-Ion Batteries

A study found that nearly 8% of cheap lithium-ion batteries have dangerous manufacturing defects that can cause catastrophic failure — even fires — while name-brand cells had none. Stick with reputable brands.

Safari’s Compact Tab Bar Returns in macOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4

Those who have been missing Safari’s compact tab bar are in luck — it’s back as of macOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4. The compact tab bar is a welcome way to save vertical space for content.

Never Run AppleScripts from Untrusted Sources

Attackers are now using fake websites to open Script Editor with pre-filled malicious scripts. Never run an AppleScript from any source you don’t completely trust!

Choose Default Apps for File Types in iOS 26 and iPadOS 26

iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 finally let you choose which app opens your files — just like on the Mac. Here’s how to use Open With and set new defaults in the Files app.

Control Song Transitions in Apple Music

Apple’s new DJ‑style AutoMix transitions between songs in the Music app aren’t to everyone’s taste (and sometimes flub the jump). Here’s how to switch back to a timed Crossfade or disable transitions in Music on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

If Your iPhone’s Lock Screen Clock Is Too Transparent, You Can Fix It

Struggling to read the clock on your iPhone Lock Screen? iOS 26.2 lets you manually adjust the transparency — or switch to a solid background for better readability.