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Apple released the iOS 8 software for their mobile devices on 17 September 2014. It contains some significant new features and enhancements from iOS 7. Many of these features will be discussed in future articles, but for now, we will focus on how to upgrade your device to iOS 8.   The iOS 8 software […]

With the recent removal of a popular game app from the App Store, many people are wondering how to transfer an app that is no longer available in the App Store from an old device to a new device. Some folks have resorted to buying used iPhones and iPads on the Internet that contain the

When using iOS 7, you can create a passcode to help protect your data and keep your kids from using your device without your permission. By default, when creating a passcode, a 4-digit numerical passcode is used. However, if you would like some additional security, a traditional password containing upper and lower-case letters, special characters,

We’ve all seen the little red circle on the App Store icon. The number in the red circle indicates how many updates are available for apps on your device. In iOS 6, you would need to open the App Store, select Updates, and download the updated apps to your device. In iOS 7, you now

On the iPhone or iPad, multitasking is a way to quickly switch between recently used apps. Multitasking has been available on iOS devices for several years, but has been significantly updated as part of iOS 7.   The old multitasking interface was accessed by double-clicking the Home button. The on-screen display would slide upward, revealing

With Apple’s latest release of iOS 7, you may be asking what this is all about and if it is something you should consider. It helps to first understand what iOS is and what it does. Similar to a computer, the iPhone and iPad run software to accomplish certain tasks. Software programs such as Mail,

If you are the parent of a small child, you have undoubtedly had them ask to play with your iPhone or iPad. The child will play a game or watch a movie for awhile, but inevitably will start pushing buttons. It won’t be long before they exit the app and start playing with other apps

With so many apps available for the iPhone and iPad, your device can easily be loaded with a wide variety of apps. When you have a large number of apps spread across many screens, it can be difficult to find a specific app. To help keep things organized, try using folders to create groups of