Have you ever wanted your favorite song or a funny sound effect as your iPhone ringtone/text tone? Well, here’s a tutorial on how to do just that!
How to set any song as a ringtone on your Apple iPhone! [easiest way]
The post office delivery scam
Did you get a text about a package from the post office or FedEx? Stop and think. This message could be a dangerous scam.
Don’t buy this now: Google’s just announced six new Chromebooks, including their AI-enabled Chromebook Plus line. With a Chromebook Plus laptop, you’ll get AI wallpapers, an AI text and photo editor, and Google’s Gemini AI assistant built in for as low as $429. Not bad, but I wouldn’t shell out for a first-gen AI laptop. They’ll only get better.
When a deleted text message isn't
Think your deleted text messages are gone for good? One husband found out the hard way and is now suing Apple for over $6 million. Also, rough times ahead for discount travel sites, the best weather apps to keep you updated, and apps that make grocery list-making a breeze.
How to block political text messages
Feeling overwhelmed by campaign text messages? You’re not alone. Here’s how you can put an end to them.
When a deleted text message isn't
Think deleting a text on your iPhone makes it disappear? Not really. A British husband learned this the hard way and is now suing Apple for millions.
🤢 Phone got you carsick? Apple found a way to get rid of motion sickness while you text. Hallelujah. Vehicle Motion Cues show animated dots on the edges of your iPhone or iPad screen that move with the car’s direction, tricking your brain and calming your queasy stomach. ETA: Later this year.
But wait! There’s more: Microsoft Edge will soon use AI to offer real-time video translation on sites like YouTube and CNBC — dubbing and subtitles included. And you can create fancy AI apps that respond to images, voice and text prompts with GPT‑4o in Azure AI Studio. Fancy, fancy.
2 biggest scams of the fall
People are getting ripped off left and right by a phone call and a text. In 1 minute, I’ll warn you what to watch for.
A warning before you text 911
In some cases, it seems like the right option. And it is, but there’s a catch. In 1 minute, what you need to know.
Viral trick to know who's behind an unknown number
Ever received a text message from a number you don’t recognize? I’ve got a trick you need to use, in one minute.
Get this walkie-talkie app for Apple Watch
Do you text more than you talk over the phone? Listen to this one-minute podcast for a better way to communicate. (Hint: It’s modern with an old-school flair!)
Save important text messages forever
Your phone can always get lost or stolen. In 60 seconds, here’s how to back up the conversations you don’t want to lose.