Articles by Michael Potuck

AT&T saw heavy criticism from both users and competitors after it started branding its 4G LTE service as “5G E” in smartphone and tablet status bars starting back in 2019. Now, over a year later, AT&T has said it will stop using 5G…

Facebook has announced a major ecommerce move today that sees the launch of Facebook Shops. The company is pitching it as a way for businesses to create one online store that will work across Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
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OtterBox is out today with its latest folio case for the 11- and 12.9-inch 2020 iPad Pro. The Symmetry Series 360 offers full protection for your iPad Pro but features a clear back for a more unique aesthetic and also includes Apple Pencil protection …

If you like to use your iPhone and Apple Watch as part of your health and fitness journey, odds are good you value all the data they can offer. While that can include ways to track calories burned and consumed (and of course much more) there hasn&#821…

Need to add a HomeKit device but don’t have the QR code available or having trouble with scanning it? Follow along for how to manually add a HomeKit accessory in the Home app on iPhone and iPad.
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Instagram has debuted a new feature today called Guides and the platform is using it to promote well-being during the pandemic. However, the feature will expand over time and be used by Instagram creators to promote a variety of content.
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It looks like the most recent contention between the FBI and Apple over device encryption has come to an end as the agency has unlocked the two iPhones belonging to the Pensacola shooter with “no thanks to Apple.” Going further, AG William…

If you’re having trouble with a HomeKit accessory or selling or giving it away, follow along for how to remove HomeKit accessories from the Home app. We’ll look at removing devices that connect with a bridge as well as those without.
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Apple accessory maker UAG is out today with a new Apple Watch band that combines the comfort of a silicone strap with the security of a traditional watch buckle. The Scout Silicone Apple Watch Strap comes in black as well as a fun orange or green opti…

After a number of talk show hosts and TV series have taken production into their homes and via iPhone, the Apple TV+ comedy Mythic Quest is set to join as the latest series to launch a special pandemic quarantine episode.
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