The only catch with a high-efficiency format is that it’s not yet universally supported. However, you can prevent your iPhone from capturing photos in HEIC. Read on to know how. How to turn off HEIC on my iPhone and save photos in JPEG Now, your iPhone will shoot pics in JPEG format and videos in H.264 format. However, you will have to switch to High Efficiency whenever you want to shoot 4K at 60 fps and 1080p at 240 fps....

Whenever you start your system, it takes some time to open all necessary apps and programs; in between, Skype’s appearance eats up some extra time of yours. A pop-up is mind-numbing especially when you are expecting an app or a program to open. Skype uses the general system startup Settings instead of having separate preferences for the app. If you wish to stop Skype from starting automatically on your Mac, we have listed two simple methods....

1. Transfer contacts from Android to newly setup iPhone via Move to iOS app Note: As mentioned in the heading, this method only applies to the iPhone you’re setting up for the first time or resetting. 2. Move contacts from Android to iPhone using Google/Outlook account You can use this method to transfer contacts to your already set up and newly set up iPhone. It syncs contacts across all your devices....

If you are facing problems because of this feature, you may turn off ‘power button ends call’ feature in iOS 16. Read on to learn how. How to disable power button ends call on iPhone in iOS 16 No more questioning, “Why does my phone hang up when I lock it?” It may look like the call failed on your iPhone. But it’s not! iPhone allows you to cut any call using its Side button....

It allows you to not only block message requests from strangers but also those spam bots. Let us get straight in and learn to enable the ‘Don’t receive requests’ feature. How to disable Instagram message requests on iPhone and Android Tip: If you do not want to get notifications from other people from Facebook, tap Others on Facebook in step 5 and choose Don’t Receive Requests. Note: In an unlikely situation, if you do not see these options, update the Instagram app from iPhone App Store....

For instance, if you use the Notes app every evening, it will appear as a suggestion on your screen around the same time each day. If you’d rather not see this, here’s how to disable Siri Suggestions on your iPhone Lock Screen. How to disable Siri Suggestions on Lock Screen on iPhone or iPad That’s all folks! Going forward, the personal assistant will no longer offer suggestions on the Lock Screen....

So, let me walk you through everything from what you’ll need to how to use the Apple Watch Time to Walk feature with the Workout and Fitness apps. What you’ll need to use Time To Walk on your Apple Watch? Apple Watch Series 3 or later with at least watchOS 7.2iOS 14.3 on your iPhone. Fitness+ subscriptionAirPods‌ or other Bluetooth headphonesWi-Fi connection (or watch with cellular) Time to Walk episodes are available in the Workout app on your Apple Watch, provided you are subscribed to Fitness+....

Note: Currently, the intercom feature only works if you have more than one HomePod/HomePod Mini speaker. Also, you must be using the latest version of iOS 14.2 or iPadOS 14.2, and your HomePod speakers must be updated with the latest software. How to Turn ON Intercom on HomePods How to Use Intercom on HomePod Send an Intercom Message Reply to an Intercom Message Use Intercom with AirPods, Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad...

In this article, I will show how you can install and use Safari extensions in iOS 15 and iPadOS 15. What’s new with Safari extensions?How to install Safari extensions on iPhoneAdd Safari extensions on iPhoneHow to use Safari extensions on iPhone What’s new with Safari extensions? While there are many great Safari extensions for iPhone, their integration might differ from Mac’s Safari. While extensions from some ad-blocking apps can run in the background, others need you to follow the long process, like accessing the share sheet....

Confused? Don’t worry! Read on to understand how to use SharePlay on your Apple TV. Note: To use SharePlay, your Apple TV must be updated to tvOS 15 or later. Which apps support SharePlay on Apple TV?How to start SharePlay on Apple TV through FaceTimeSend what you’re SharePlaying on iPhone to Apple TVHow to turn off SharePlay on your Apple TV Which apps support SharePlay on Apple TV? Since SharePlay is a relatively new feature in Apple’s arsenal, only a few apps support it....

But why suffer when these quick and easy fixes can resolve the iPhone microphone not working issue in minutes. Inspect the microphone on your iPhone iPhones have multiple microphones to enhance sound input. On modern models, they’re located at the bottom (near the speaker grill), rear (near the back camera), and in the front (inside the earpiece grill). The list below tells you the exact number. iPhone 8, X, and later – 3 microphonesiPhone 6s, 6s+, 7, and 7 plus – 4 microphonesiPhone 5, 5c, 5s, 6, 6 plus, and SE (1st generation) – 3 microphonesiPhone 4 and 4s – 2 microphonesOriginal iPhone, iPhone 3G, 3GS – 1 microphone...

You may not be able to send regular text messages better known as SMS from your iPhone and see red due to an unusual bug or temporary glitches. Before you contact your carrier or visit an Apple Store, look at all these straightforward fixes to this issue. By the end, you will get the answer for ‘why is my iPhone not sending text messages?’ Is Your iPhone Not Sending Text Messages?...

Reasons Why iPhone Power Button Is Not Working The iPhone case is causing interference with the power button.A significant amount of dirt has accumulated around the button.The device suffered a fall on its side, which resulted in physical damage.A software glitch that’s causing the power button to be unresponsive. If your power button is completely damaged, then taking it for repair is the only option. But if it is stuck, slow, or semi-functional, here’s how to fix it....

I thought it would be worth sharing my experience and the tricks that got rid of the problem. One thing worth noting is that the following solutions can also be helpful in fixing other problems like Apple TV stuck on Apple logo or unresponsiveness of the TV. Apple TV Stuck on Apple Logo, Doesn’t Show Video or Play Sound? Give These Solutions A Try Solution #1: Check the Power Cord First and foremost, ensure that your Apple TV is plugged into power and status light is on....

But sometimes, the entire back-up session collapses; there can be several reasons behind this failure of back-up: user may need to update iTunes version; or s/he needs to check iOS version on iPhone/iPad. After doing all efforts a user can think of, you should follow a few simple solutions to get rid of failed sessions of iTunes back-up. iTunes Backup Session Failed After each solution, try to back up your iPhone/iPad/iPod touch....

Let’s see them one by one. 1. Check if your device supports Live Text Did you know that not all iOS 16 supported devices support the feature? Live Text is only available on iPhone with A12 Bionic or later running iOS 16 or above. That means, it is only available for the below listed devices: iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XRiPhone 11, 12, and 13 Series 2. Ensure Live Text is enabled for Camera One of the perks of Live Text is that you can recognize text in live scenarios via your iPhone camera....

There is a gazillion of ultra-modern headphones available in the market with stunning sound and superior design. However, very few can be the perfect blend of quality, design, and comfort. Mixcder ShareMe Headphone for iPhone 7/7 Plus Being very fond of music, I have a worthy collection of some of the finest headphones. But the one that has the edge over all of them is the all new “ShareMe Pro....

Thankfully, there’s an iOS app for that as well called Passwords Keeper. You may be skeptical of storing important account information with a third-party app, and that’s a reasonable concern. But Passwords Keeper has answers to your questions, and that’s precisely what we will discuss in this post. Security and Encryption None of the features will impress you if we start this review with things that matter the least when it comes to storing essential passwords with a third-party....

This feature doesn’t help you every time; moreover, if you accidentally tap on the wrong email id, your important email may fall into wrong inbox. To save the situation, there is a trick on your iPhone or iPad. How to Remove Suggested Emails from Mail on iPhone/iPad Step #1. Launch Mail app on your iPhone/iPad. Step #2. Tap on Compose icon to write a new email. Step #3. Tap in “To” field to type in Email ID....

Let’s find out! What is USB-C Port? Do you recall when you wanted to insert a pen drive or any other peripheral into your Mac/PC with USB-A ports? And trust me, none of us ever got it right on the first try (except that one time which made me feel like I finally had my life together). The USB-C port is the successor to the USB standard. With its introduction, you no longer have to worry about getting it in the right way 😉....