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How to unlock your Mac with the Apple Watch

Today, alongside the rocky iOS 10 rollout, Watch OS 3 was released. This new version of software brings a laundry list of new features to the Apple Watch, such as the new Application dock, Control Center replacing Glances, an SOS mode and much more. Another standout feature found in Watch OS 3 is Auto Unlock, …

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What do all of the critics think of the iPhone 7? (The 3:59, Ep. 105)

The iPhone 7 reviews are in, and survey says Apple’s latest smartphone gets a lukewarm response. Despite its faster processor, improved cameras and better battery life, the iPhone 7 and its big brother, the iPhone 7 Plus, offer a lot of upgrades over their predecessors. But that wasn’t enough to impress reviewers. The smartphone is worth it if you’re due …

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Apple Watch: 11 new features in WatchOS 3

Now playing: Watch this: Apple Watch launches new OS and apps 2:14 iPhone and iPad users aren’t the only people being treated to a huge update with the release of iOS 10. For those with an Apple Watch, after installing iOS 10, your next step is to install WatchOS 3. A lot has changed with WatchOS 3, leaving some familiarity …

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Apple’s iOS 10 update freezes some iPhones

Another iOS update, another round of glitches. Apple on Tuesday released the latest version of its mobile software, iOS 10. The problem is some users — including me — had issues downloading the update. After going through the download and install process over Wi-Fi, the iPhone showed an error window and indicated you needed to plug it into iTunes on …

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How to leave the iOS public beta program

Last year, Apple introduced a public beta program for iOS users who were willing to help the company test iOS 9. The program continued throughout the rest of the year, allowing users to test iOS 9.2 and eventually iOS 10. Participating in the program meant users were able to check out features before the official release — something only those …

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iOS 10 has arrived

Now playing: Watch this: 10 reasons to upgrade to iOS 10 2:30 On Tuesday Apple released iOS 10, the company’s newest mobile operating system for iOS devices. The update includes a wide range of new features, improving upon iMessage by adding apps, a revamped Music app, new Control Center panels, Siri apps and plenty more hidden features. You have two …

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Widgets in iOS 10: Notifications, streaming videos, 3D Touch and more

Now playing: Watch this: 10 reasons to upgrade to iOS 10 2:30 Apple’s use of the term “widgets” may not match what Android users consider a widget, but at the end of the day the two distinct approaches serve the same purpose: To provide snippets of information at a glance. With iOS 10, widgets are still displayed in the Today …

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Galaxy Note 7’s loss is iPhone’s gain, says CNET poll

We knew that Samsung would take a hit once reports of a battery flaw in the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 phone forced the company to recall the model. And a pair of new Twitter polls by CNET show that Samsung’s loss may well be Apple’s gain. To recap: The Galaxy Note 7 was released to widespread acclaim on August 19. …

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iOS 10 notifications look the same, but work a lot differently

Now playing: Watch this: Apple unveils iOS 10, packs it with new features 3:43 At first glance, notifications on iOS 10 will look like they always have. But, as the saying goes, things aren’t always as they appear. The ways you view, clear and interact with notifications work a lot differently in the new operating system. Just how you interact …

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How to prepare your iPhone for iOS 10

On Tuesday, Apple is set to release iOS 10, the next version of its mobile operating system for iPhones, iPads and iPod Touches. It adds many new features, including a more interactive Messages app, an entirely new lock screen, and redesigned Maps and Music apps. Apple has also opened up Siri to other developers, so expect many of your favorite …

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