Even on a brand-new Mac, you might notice it running slow sometimes. This can be caused by a hidden process called VTDecoderXPCService. It's part of the VideoToolbox, which helps your Mac play videos smoothly. But sometimes, the process can use t…
Lees meerI've had several problems with Music over the past few months after upgrading to macOS Sonoma, including a glitch that stopped the app from working when connected to Wi-Fi. I'll give you eight of my top recommendations to solve this problem, with co…
Lees meerFinancial analyst, media personality, and Apple shareholder Rob Black joins host Ken Ray to talk investing angles on Apple. How’s Apple Vision Pro doing? What should one make of Apple TV+? What – if anything – could Apple do to scare investors? Rob …
Lees meerThe iPhone excels at capturing stunning videos, but the trade-off for that high quality is often a large file size. Instead of deleting these videos to free up storage space, you can compress them right on your device. This allows you to significant…
Lees meerThe day before yesterday marked the fifth anniversary of the Apple Card, Apple's first and only branded credit card, which launched on August 20, 2019. Despite initial ambitions for global expansion, the Apple Card remains an US exclusive Apple prod…
Lees meerIn the second quarter of 2024, Apple experienced a big growth in Latin America's smartphone market. According to Counterpoint's Market Monitor report, Apple's shipments surged by 44% compared to the same period in 2023. This performance is largely b…
Lees meerDespite the growing storage needs of smartphone users, Apple continues to offer a 128GB variant for its iPhone models. While some, including me, may argue that this storage capacity is insufficient, especially for those who plan to keep their device…
Lees meerApple has again proven its dominance in the global mobile device market; it now has a huge 51% share of voice (SOV) in programmatic advertising. In simpler terms, this means that more than half of all mobile ads are being shown on Apple devices, a 6…
Lees meerHaving an external monitor that's not working with macOS Sonoma 14/14.6.1 can be a frustrating experience. Considering it's likely that you're using a third-party display, there can be a number of ways the connection isn't completing. I recently ran…
Lees meerMy AirTag has been incredibly useful for keeping track of my bicycle and backpack, especially in emergencies. However, recently it stopped playing sound, even after multiple attempts. This issue could stem from a faulty battery or a hardware error t…
Lees meerI recently updated my iPhone, and now lightning to HDMI does not seem to work anymore. I tried restarting my TV and reconnecting the cables as well, but I have been stuck for hours now. However, after some research, I finally figured out a few tric…
Lees meerDid your Apple Watch Challenges suddenly disappear? That stinks, but fortunately, I've got a couple of solutions that you can try before your next workout. I use Fitness to track exercises, and receiving awards whenever I complete challenges is a fu…
Lees meerApple's rumored introduction of a new color option for the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Mac lineup has received strong criticism and backlash from fans. The alleged "Desert Titanium" hue, a bronzy brown, but personally, it looks like a Caramel col…
Lees meerApple has increased the renewal period for its AppleCare+ coverage from 30 days to 45 days after the original plan expires, which means users now have 15 days/50% extra to renew AppleCare+ coverage. Effective August 2024, this change applies to cust…
Lees meerApple is bringing new video conferencing backgrounds in the upcoming macOS Sequoia or macOS 15, which is set for release this fall. The latest beta versions include nine built-in backgrounds from the various parts of Apple HQ Apple Park, the company…
Lees meerThe UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has suspended its Apple's App Store investigation, which means the CMA will change its approach to regulating tech giants. This decision comes as the UK prepares to implement new digital market laws, …
Lees meerI lost HDMI-CEC access on my Apple TV after I installed the latest tvOS update. I usually don’t mind sending devices for repairs. However, CEC plays a crucial role in my tech ecosystem—it connects my Apple TV, smart TV, gaming console, and universal…
Lees meerApple has temporarily extended its trial period for Apple Music to 3 months free for new subscribers. This offer is available until September 23, 2024, and marks a return to the original trial length that was reduced to one month in early 2022. T…
Lees meerApple only allowed users to (legally) download third-party apps outside of the App Store in 2024, so a few hiccups are inevitable. After upgrading to iOS 17.6.1, you might find that these apps aren’t working as expected. This can be frustrating, esp…
Lees meerWi-Fi Calling is a lifesaver for those who live in areas with poor cellular coverage. It lets you send and receive calls and messages through your Wi-Fi network, regardless of your network signal strength. However, some users (myself included) have …
Lees meerExperiencing issues with the Messages app not loading on macOS Sonoma 14/14.6.1? After updating, I noticed that a lot of the messages I sent weren't actually getting delivered. The app was also crashing a lot more often. Since restarting my Mac a…
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