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5 iPhone navigation apps better than Apple Maps

Apple‘s built-in navigation app may be popular (possibly because it’s, well, pre-installed on every iPhone), but it might not be the best navigation app for you. Luckily, you have plenty of options for your mobile navigation needs, from general mapping apps like Google Maps to specialized public transit apps like Transit. If you’re not sold …

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iOS 10.3 tells you when it’s time to delete an app

Now playing: Watch this: iOS 10.3: Best new features 2:04 It is safe to say we all have a few apps installed on our iOS devices that haven’t received an update in a very long time. These apps can be problematic, as they slow down your device or clash with the latest version of iOS. When apps aren’t updated to …

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The 9 best VR apps for iPhone

Now playing: Watch this: A beginner’s guide to VR 2:00 When it comes to phone-powered VR, the iPhone is scarcely mentioned. Google’s Cardboard and Daydream get most of the attention, though Samsung’s Gear VR is in the mix as well. But Apple? It’ll be June’s WWDC event at the earliest before we learn of any plans to jump into VR, …

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Apple found guilty of iPhone price

Russia’s antimonopoly agency found Apple guilty of forcing retailers in the country to coordinate over prices of iPhones, according to a statement by the group Tuesday. The country’s Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS) said Apple’s local subsidiary told 16 retailers in Russia to fix the prices of iPhone 5 and 6 models, according to a report by the Financial Times (subscription …

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AirPods vs. BeatsX vs. Powerbeats3: Which is best for you?

Apple’s W1 chip was arguably the company’s most important innovation of 2016. The Bluetooth chip designed for headphones makes pairing a breeze and improves the connection between devices, and you can now find it in these three new models of wireless headphones. We compared the new AirPods, the BeatsX and the Powerbeats3 to figure out what each one offers and …

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How to buy a tablet

There’s a lot more to tablets than just the iPad. If you’re looking to replace a PC with something simpler and more portable, or just want a grab-and-go device for email and movies, we’ve got answers to all your tablet questions. But if you just want a fast and easy answer, these are a few of our current top choices. …

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Apple turns to the iPhone 6 to boost India sales

When it comes to selling phones in India, Apple has a conundrum: Indians need inexpensive phones, but Apple’s products are all premium. To solve this problem, the company has resurrected the iPhone 6 in the country, selling a 32GB variant of the 2014 phone through online retailers. This follows the model being discontinued in the country with the iPhone 7’s …

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How and when to use Airplane Mode on iPhone

Airplane Mode is more than just a way to comply with flight attendants’ requests to disable your device during a flight. It can actually be used as a preventative measure while roaming, or a way to let your child safely play a game on your iPhone, as well as a means to help you save battery life. Enable Airplane Mode …

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What to do if you lose your Apple TV remote

I’m surprised it took this long. The remote is tiny, and I have two kids. My Apple TV remote has gone missing, and unlike when I misplace my iPhone, I can’t call the remote to find it. A thorough search of the family room, including a deep dive into the couch, has turned up some loose change, many Legos, an …

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Sorry USB

Those hoping that Apple would trade a Lightning connection for a standard USB-C connection on the iPhone 8 will most likely be disappointed: Apple has always had a proprietary connection on its iOS devices and it’s not going to change that, in my opinion. The rumor that Apple might ditch Lightning in favor of USB-C, which is increasingly found on …

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