Why there's a black dot on your iPhone's camera (and what it actually does)

The iPhone is well known for its excellent camera. You may have noticed a black dot near the lenses and wonder what it is ...

Microsoft Lens is riding into the sunset, if you even remember using it

Microsoft Lens is shutting down on iOS and Android with two deadlines. It leaves app stores February 9, 2026, and stops ...
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One simple setting can block most scam texts. Are you using it?

Your phone comes with strong built-in spam protection—you just need to turn it on. Here's how to do it on both iPhone and ...

Keep Your Apple Notes Private : Lock with Face ID or Your Passcode

Easily protect your Apple Notes with a passcode or Face ID; locked notes show a padlock, so your private info stays hidden ...

Here is the new (and final) schedule for Microsoft Lens' shutdown

In August last year, we reported on Microsoft's plan to shutter Microsoft Lens (previously known as Office Lens). The app, ...

Did John Wayne write inspiring letter to Montana school?

According to the story, "The Duke" once provided a classroom with a projector, several of his films and a $500 check.

3 ways to stop iPhone apps from tracking you right now - it's easy

If you never want to see a tracking prompt again, Apple lets you shut off tracking requests systemwide in iOS. This is the fastest way to lock everything down in one step. When the setting is off, ...