How to download and use offline maps in iOS 17
Navigating to favorite destinations without an internet connection has never been easier with the new offline maps feature in iOS 17. Here's how to download and save them on an iPhone.
Since 2015, Andrew has been writing in the online tech community, specializing in Apple-related topics as well as privacy and security issues. He has also been a guest on podcasts such as MacVoices and In Touch With iOS.
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Navigating to favorite destinations without an internet connection has never been easier with the new offline maps feature in iOS 17. Here's how to download and save them on an iPhone.
Contact Posters are a new feature in iOS 17 that lets users customize how their contact card appears when calling someone. Here's how to set one up.
Apple is phasing out accessories compatible with the Lightning port, including the MagSafe Battery Pack. Thankfully, there are MagSafe battery pack alternatives with a USB-C port.
The second-generation Apple Watch Ultra offers more performance in a wearable that looks like the original. Here's how the upgraded wearable stands against its predecessor.
At Apple's iPhone 15 event, the Apple Watch Series 9 got some updates. Here's how it compares on paper to the Apple Watch Series 8.
The indie game development community is in turmoil following Unity's announcement of a new pricing system that will charge developers per user on initial download, instead of a flat engine licensing fee.
For iOS 17, Apple has introduced a feature that photography enthusiasts will love — the "Open Camera" action in Shortcuts. Here's how to set up and configure the action.
When purchasing a new Mac, customers are presented with many memory options to cater to a diverse range of needs. Here are the pros and cons of 8GB, 16GB, 32GB, and more.
Walking Steadiness is a helpful tool for older folks to know their risk of falling. Here's how to turn on walking steadiness notifications in iOS 16.
As part of Apple's Advance Data Protection features, users can add a physical security key to their Apple ID starting in iOS 16.3. Here's how to do it.
Samsung's Galaxy Tab S9 series have been recently introduced as devices that aim to bring a premium experience to the tablet segment. Here's how they fall slightly behind Apple's iPad Pro.
Apple has migrated a "feature" from the iPhone to the iPad that results in the loss of Apple Pencil functionality when repaired with third-party parts, tossing a wrench into the Right to Repair movement.
A South Carolina man was recently arrested after a string of burglaries thanks to an Apple AirTag that tracked his location, the latest incident of the device helping people.
Even though the iPhone 15 is just a few months away, Apple continues to maintain solid iPhone sales in a smartphone market that may be starting to pull up from a years-long dive.
A recently discovered Mac malware, known as "Realst," is currently employed in a large-scale campaign to steal cryptocurrency wallets — and even targets the still-developing macOS Sonoma.
Code from the fourth developer beta of iOS 17 seemingly hints at an Action button in the iPhone 15 Pro models, providing support to some speculations and rumors.
A YouTube video offers a glimpse into the architecture of the Apple TV+ series "Silo" by recreating most of the bunker in a 3D engine.
The iPhone 15 lineup may be one of the first smartphones to use a new hybrid camera lens that uses glass and plastic components to capture better photos.
Google has been found guilty of infringing on streaming video patents in its Chromecast devices for the last decade, but at $338.7 million, the financial penalty is relatively minor for the tech giant.
Sony Electronics has unveiled its WF-1000XM5 truly wireless earbuds, with the company claiming that it has the best noise canceling technology on the market.
Apple has released the Beats Studio Pro headphones with Active Noise Cancellation and other features. Here's how they compare to the AirPods Max, which hasn't been updated since 2020.
The White House convened with heads of seven companies to drive voluntary commitments to develop safe and transparent AI, but Apple was not among those present, and it's not clear why.
Since its launch in March, Apple Pay Later, despite still being tested with a small user base, has already surpassed competing brands in terms of usage.
Zagg has launched a collection of three desktop keyboards in different sizes, incorporating ergonomic designs to minimize typing fatigue while delivering a fast and efficient typing experience.
A new rumor aligns with previous claims that the upcoming iPhone 15 Pro models will be equipped with the latest Wi-Fi 6E technology, enabling high-speed wireless connectivity.
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