Wi-Fi Assist is an interesting new feature in iOS 9 that aims to prevent connectivity issues by automatically switching to a cellular data connection when a user’s Wi-Fi signal gets too weak. While this will be helpful and appreciated my the majority of users, there are some cases where Wi-Fi Assist will do more harm than good. Here’s why you may want to disable Wi-Fi Assist and how you can do it.
How to Remove Creative Cloud Files from the File Explorer Sidebar in Windows
Adobe’s Creative Cloud installer puts a “Creative Cloud Files” entry in your Windows File Explorer sidebar whether you plan to use the feature or not. Even worse, there’s no way to remove it via Explorer or the Creative Cloud preferences. Here’s how you can get rid of this unwanted entry with a quick trip to the Windows Registry.
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How to Cancel Apple Music Before the Free Trial Ends
Millions of Apple users signed up to try Apple Music, but the free trial period ends soon, on September 30, 2015. If you’re currently signed up but don’t think the service is worth the regular $9.99-per-month price, you’ll need to cancel your Apple Music free trial before the end of the month in order to avoid being charged. Here’s how to do it.
Avoid the Frustration: How to Disable AutoCorrect in OS X
AutoCorrect surely means well, but we all know that it can do far more harm than good when put to practice. Here’s how to disable AutoCorrect in OS X.
Find the Right Option Fast with iOS 9 Settings Search
Each new version of iOS brings more features and options, but also makes things a bit more complicated and difficult to find. To remedy this potential issue, Apple has introduced Settings Search as part of iOS 9, helping you find the setting or option you’re looking for quickly. Here’s how it works.
How to Identify Unknown Startup Programs in the Windows Task Manager
The Windows Task Manager lets you see which programs and services are configured to load when you log in to Windows, but the identity and purpose of some of these programs is not always clear. Here’s how you can quickly find out exactly where your Windows startup programs came from and what they’re doing at boot.
How to Stop the Annoying Repeating Alerts for iPhone Messages
Your iPhone is configured to alert you twice to an unread text message, but at an interval of only two minutes. This produces a system that is relatively ineffective and potentially annoying. Here’s how to turn off repeating alerts for SMS or iMessages.
Jim Tanous Talks iPad Pro, New Apple TV on MacVoices
TekRevue’s Jim Tanous joined host Chuck Joiner on the latest episode of the MacVoices Podcast to discuss Apple’s September 9th “Hey Siri” event. Topics include the iPad Pro, the value of Apple’s iPhone Upgrade Program, the challenges of 3D Touch, Microsoft’s role in Apple’s enterprise plans, the new Apple TV, and more.