Phone Hacks | iPhone Tricks and Tips

Love it or hate it, you cannot ignore Face ID now. After first being introduced with the iPhone X in 2017, Face ID is now the only biometric authentication method offered by Apple across its 2018 iPhone and iPad Pro lineup. It took years for the fingerprint sensor technology to mature and in comparison, Face ID is only a year old. The technology is definitely not perfect and has its own teething issues. In this guide, we will help you solve some common Face ID problems that you might be facing on your iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR , or the 2018 iPad Pro. Setup Alternative Appearance Irrespective of what Apple claims, Face ID is simply not as good as Touch ID. It is definitely more convenient but the failure rate with Face ID is also going to be on the higher side. If Face ID is failing to work properly for you even in seemingly perfect conditions, you can try setting up Face ID again. But make sure to do so while you are in a decently lit room. If you wear spectacles or sunglass...

For the first time in many years, I was impressed with Apple’s event in October especially when it came to the new iPad Pro. It had all the features that I had hoped for such as Face ID, thinner bezels without the notch, powerful A12X processor, base storage option of 64GB, Type-C connector and lots more. But whenever Apple launches a new iPad, there is a huge debate about whether the iPad is a replacement for a computer. While most reviewers felt that it is the best tablet, it still can’t replace the laptop. But I wanted to figure it out myself. After using the iPad Pro for over a month, I wanted to share some of the reasons I thought it could replace a computer, and some of the reasons the iPad Pro still can’t replace a computer at least for me. Before I start, it is important to note here that to consider an iPad Pro as a replacement for a computer or laptop, you need to get the Apple’s Smart Keyboard Folio or any other iPad Pro keyboard accessory. I bought the Smart Keyboard ...

If you have upgraded to the new iPhone XS or iPhone XS Max then Home screen not working in landscape mode is not the only issue you’re going to encounter. Apple seems to have made it more difficult to get iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max UDID (an acronym for Unique Device ID). UDID is used to register iOS devices in the Apple Developer portal for testing iPhone apps or to install iOS beta software updates. Unfortunately, you can no longer use the iTunes method to get iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max UDID. For older iPhone models, you could get the UDID using the following steps: Connect your iPhone to your Mac or Windows PC and launch iTunes. In iTunes, click on the iPhone icon at the top and navigate to the Summary tab. Click on the  Serial Number  label until it changes to UDID, this will show the Identifier field and the 40 hex character UDID. Press Command+C (Windows users – Ctrl + C) to copy the UDID to your clipboard. But we have found a way to find iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max UDID,...

Do you feel your iPhone has become slow after iOS 12 update? In this article, we’ll show you how to speed up your slow iPhone. iOS 12 is focused on increasing performance. In fact, Apple makes a point of it on its website. The camera opens up to 70% faster and apps can launch up to twice as fast under load. According to the iOS 12 poll we had taken recently, a majority of our readers are happy with the performance improvements in iOS 12. Tests also suggest that the performance has improved even on older devices like the iPhone 5s, iPhone 6 and iPad mini 2 in iOS 12. But the realities for you might be different. It can be a  bug, an app or a battery issues on your old device that might be slowing down your iPhone or iPad running iOS 12. Don’t worry though, we’re here to help! Try the following tips and tricks to speed up iOS 12 on your iPhone or iPad. How to Speed up Your Slow iPhone After iOS 12 Update 1. Try Updating Again If you’re still using one of the ear...

Apple’s all-new iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max go on sale today. If you’re new to the world of iPhones, you might be wondering how exactly to get started. Apple has a long and detailed setup wizard but they don’t provide important information or context. But that’s why we’re here. Read on as we’ll help you on every step along the way, advising you on what to do and what not to as you set up your new iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max. How to Set Up iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max Note : You’ll need to insert a SIM card in the iPhone to activate it. 1. Press The Side Button   Once you’ve got your iPhone, press and hold the Side button. You’ll find it on the top right-hand side of your iPhone XS or iPhone XS Max. Then you’ll be greeted with a simple “ Hello ” screen. Tap the screen to start the setup. 2. Set Language and Region Firstly, you’ll need to select your language and country from a long list. If you bought your device in your country, the presets here won’t need editing and you can ...