About Alan Truly
Alan is a technology enthusiast and author based in Nova Scotia, Canada. A computer enthusiast since his youth, Alan stays current on what is new and what is next. With over 30 years of experience in computer, video and photo equipment, you can expect useful tips and insights in his writing. Alan has a degree in programming and many years focused on design, editing, and animation. A period of managing logistics and e-commerce operations for a mobile accessories company rounds out a diverse background. Alan is a true jack of all digital trades in this ever-changing computer-enriched world. To stay flexible in mind and body, he practices yoga, meditation, and VR fitness, and enjoys a whole-food diet, based on minimally processed plants.
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How To Transfer An AirTag To Another iPhone
Apple makes it impossible to share an AirTag with another iPhone , but it can be removed from your Find My list and reset for gifting or selling.

How To Solve An Apple Watch Red Exclamation Point Update Problem
If an Apple Watch is interrupted or has some sort of glitch during a firmware update, it might become unusable until the problem is resolved.

iPhone SE Listening Options: Is There A Headphone Jack?
The original iPhone SE launched in 2016 included a 3.5mm headphone jack, but is the legacy audio port available on the iPhone SE 2 and iPhone SE 3?

How To Add Multiple People To Face ID On iPhone
Although adding a second face to Face ID is convenient, it does comes with risks as that person will have unrestricted access to the iPhone.

Apple Watch Keeps Disconnecting From iPhone? Here's How To Fix It
The Apple Watch is great while it remains connected. For those having regular connection issues between the watch and an iPhone, here's what to do.

How To Tell If Your Phone Is 5G Or Not
5G networks have expanded in both speed and coverage, making now the right time to check whether your phone can connect or if it's time to upgrade.

How To Use The iPhone's Built-In Pedometer (Step Counter)
An iPhone's step counter uses accelerometer data to record up and down movements when walking, and it's easy to access this data later.

Does The iPhone 13 Need A Screen Protector?
Apple loaded the iPhone 13's display with Ceramic Shield protection, but is that enough to prevent scratches that come from everyday use?

iPhone Will Be Replaced By AR Within A Decade, Apple Insider Claims
Apple insider thinks that Apple might actually stop making the iPhone, even though it's the main money-maker and the hub of its current ecosystem.

Which Cars Are Compatible With Apple Car Key?
An iPhone or Apple Watch can automatically lock and unlock this growing list of cars that digital keys, some even allowing remote control.

How To Turn The iPhone Into A Thermal Camera
While some iPhone apps simulate thermal images with false-color effects, there are companies that make infrared camera accessories for the iPhone.

How To Use An Apple Pencil With A Mac Computer
An Apple Pencil can't draw directly on a Mac, but Continuity provides two methods to wirelessly connect an iPad and use the stylus with Mac apps.

What Is Theater Mode On Apple Watch & How To Enable It
The Apple Watch includes many ways to control sound, but Theater Mode offers a way to keep the screen dark during movies and presentations.

How To Take A Picture Of The Moon With An iPhone
The iPhone Pro models don't offer enough optical zoom to capture a clear shot of the Moon, but with a few tips, a share-worthy picture is possible.

Four Ways An iPhone Can Take A Hands-Free Photo
Apple makes it quick and easy to snap iPhone pictures without needing to press the on-screen shutter button, providing unique photo opportunities.

How To Fix Silenced Notifications On iPhone
iPhone notifications might be blocked or silenced for several different reasons, including a physical switch on the device, an app, or iOS settings.

How To Use Magic Eraser On iPhone To Remove Objects
iPhone owners envious of Google's Magic Eraser feature don't need to worry, because the tool is now available on iOS with a Google One subscription.

How To Use Apple Watch's Hidden Web Browser: Surf The Web From Your Wrist
Apple Watch has access to a web browser, but the company doesn't tell you how to find it or the three ways to start surfing from your wrist.

The iPhone 12 Is Capable Of Reverse Charging After All
A previous FCC filing hinted at the iPhone 12's reverse charging capability but it took months for the first chargeable product to arrive.

M1 Vs. A14 Bionic: How Apple's Mac Silicon Compares To iPhone 12 Chip
The M1 arrived just one month after the iPhone 12's A14, and while they are both Apple chips, they are also very different. Here's how they compare.