This is for the iPhone. Screenshots are from iPhone 14 Pro running iOS 17+
If you struggle to make it through the day or just want to improve your iPhone battery a little, here is one thing you can do.
It all comes down to your phone’s Wi-Fi settings.
Some settings can search for open wireless networks and even notify you when one is available. This setting allows you to connect to open Wi-Fi networks easily, but it does come with a huge disadvantage; it leaves your phone constantly searching for those open networks throughout the day.
While it is not going to drain your battery extremely fast, using the Ask to Join Networks feature can drain your battery a little. By default, Apple has the iPhone set up to Notify you when an open network is available. However, you can turn this off to save power and improve your iPhone battery.
To turn off the Ask to Join Networks feature, head to:
Settings> Wi-Fi > Ask to Join Networks
This option is below the Other Networks section. If it is not set to off, tap on the option and then select OFF from the drop-down that appears to disable the feature. Refer to the below image:
Setting Ask to Join Networks to OFF
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The latest iOS version introduced Visual Look Up, allowing iPhone users to easily identify car dashboard symbols by taking a picture. After snapping the photo, users can access the symbol’s meaning and further information. Visual Look Up can also identify objects in photos and videos, but may require adjusting angles and lighting.
This is for the iPhone. Screenshots are from iPhone 14 Pro running iOS 17+
Ever run into car trouble, and you are unsure what those symbols on your dashboard mean? Or, do you just want to know information about the symbols? Now, you can use your iPhone to easily identify car dashboard symbols and meanings by simply snapping a picture. Let’s explore how to use this cool new Visual Look Up feature.
With the latest version of iOS, you can now use Visual Look Up to easily identify your car dashboard’s symbols. This handy new feature makes diagnosing your car troubles a breeze.
First, open the Camera app, and snap a picture of the car dashboard symbols you want to identify. It’s best to take the photo in a dark environment. Refer to the below image:
Your dashboard symbols
Next, tap the Image Preview to open it. Then tap the Info icon at the bottom of the screen. It might change into a Steering Wheel icon. See the below image:
Accessing the Info icon
Now, tap Look Up Auto Symbol. See the following image:
Selecting the Look Up Symbol option
Next, your iPhone should display the meaning of the symbols. Refer to the below image:
Your car symbols result
Now, tap on the result entry to see more information. See the below image:
More information about the car symbol you selected
Now you know how to use Visual Look Up to identify your car’s maintenance symbols! Visual Look Up can be a tricky feature to get working right. If your iPhone is having trouble identifying your car dashboard symbols, try a different angle, moving closer or further away, different lighting, etc.
Also, Visual Look Up can be used to identify various objects in photos and videos.
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I insist on a lot of time being spent, almost every day, to just sit and think. That is very uncommon in American business. I read and think. So I do more reading and thinking, and make less impulse decisions than most people in business. I do it because I like this kind of life.
Warren Buffett
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This post discusses a solution for showing digital tickets on an iPhone lock screen to avoid unlocking the phone for scanning. It describes how to set up a lock screen wallpaper displaying the ticket, enabling easy access without compromising security. The process involves taking a screenshot, setting the image as a wallpaper, and switching back afterward.
This is for the iPhone. Screenshots are from iPhone 14 Pro running iOS 17+
What to Know
Problem With Apple Wallet
Lock Screen Solution
Show Digital Tickets on the Lock Screen
Summary
We hate giving our iPhones to strangers asking to scan a digital ticket with an unlocked screen. Yes, it’s incredibly easy to pull up a barcode or QR code on the screen so you can prove you have a valid ticket, loyalty program membership, or discount. And it’s very easy to add most of these digital tickets to Apple Wallet. In fact, you should do that whenever you can.
There will be instances where you may not perform the scan yourself. In such cases, you will have to unlock the iPhone, open the app that contains the digital ticket, and show or hand your phone to your friend. Now, we know the person handling my iPhone has better things to do than swipe up and snoop on our texts and photos. But it’s the principle of the thing.
The iPhone’s security is only as good as the Lock Screen password. And who knows what else can happen in a crowded place with people waiting for their tickets to be scanned?
But the iPhone’s Lock Screen offers a brilliant solution. We can set temporary wallpapers that display whatever digital ticket we might have to show to gain entry to an event or place. And we will never have to unlock the iPhone when handing it over to others to have a ticket scanned.
It’s incredibly easy to set up, and it’s an easy way to have all your digital tickets and subscriptions ready, whether they support Apple Wallet or not.
Problem With Apple Wallet
We mentioned Apple Wallet a few times, which is the place to store your credit cards, digital keys, and tickets. But to access its contents, you would still have to authenticate via Face ID, Touch ID, or your PIN to unlock the screen.
Also, not all apps support Apple Wallet. Or you might not be using Apple Wallet to begin with. Maybe you are using a code you photographed in real life. In such scenarios, you will not be able to add your digital tickets to Apple Wallet.
We also would point out that you can use both the Apple Ballet and the Lock Screen trick at the same time.
Lock Screen Solution
After the iOS 16 upgrade, we could use the Lock Screen customization support to set up as many wallpapers as we wanted and then just switch between them.
That is, screenshots of the digital ticket were the only way to do it is to hand off our iPhones.
Show Digital Tickets on the Lock Screen
Longtime iPhone users may have realized how the whole thing works. But if you still do not know how to pull it off, we will describe the steps below.
First, go to the app that shows the digital ticket. Maybe it’s an email or an app for an airline. Or a ticket to a concert, or a loyalty card you have to scan often. Whatever it is, find the barcode or QR code and take a screenshot.
You can crop the code if there’s a lot of stuff in the screenshot you do not need. We usually take a few seconds to crop the image.
Next, go to the Lock Screen, tap, and hold it until the wallpaper carrousel pops into view. Refer to the below image:
Your lock screen
Now, tap on the Add New icon. See the below image:
Selecting to add a wallpaper
Next, go to Photos and tap All. See the following image:
Accessing your photos
Now, select the screenshot of the digital ticket you have just saved. Refer to the below image:
Your QR screenshot
Next, comes the tricky part. Whether you have cropped the digital ticket in the screenshot or not, you will have to fit it on the Lock Screen. That means some cropping will follow as you will want to ensure that the code is not covered with any other elements, like screen widgets, the clock, or the Flashlight and Camera buttons. See the the below image:
Your finished lock screen with the QR code
As you can see, we have squeezed a QR code between the Flashlight and Camera buttons.
Now, once you have figured out the position of the digital ticket, save the wallpaper.
That’s it. You are now ready to have your ticket scanned.
Summary
Next time you give the phone to someone else to check their ticket, just hand them your iPhone without unlocking it. Tell them to tap the screen, and the ticket will come into view. Ask them to keep tapping the screen if they need more time because the screen will turn off quickly when your iPhone is locked.
Once you are done, switch back to the wallpaper you want to use.
You can repeat this for any type of digital ticket/membership you routinely have to show around. You can save as many Lock Screens as you want, so they cover all your memberships.
Remember, you should delete the Lock Screens once the digital tickets showing on them are no longer valid.
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Seth Godin
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This post provides a guide on clearing notifications on the iPhone, either individually or all at once. It also includes a disclaimer on the evolving nature of technology. The post ends with a quote and information on sharing the post and accessing the author’s eBook on the Battle of Tra Bong Vietnam.
This is for the iPhone. Screenshots are from iPhone 14 Pro running iOS 17+
Notifications on your iPhone provide important updates and information at a glance. However, if you are like us and do not dismiss or interact with your notifications, they can start to pile up. When your Notification Center becomes cluttered and clogged up, you can easily clear notifications on your iPhone simultaneously. Let’s explore this easy feature.
Clear All Your iPhone Notifications
If you are feeling overwhelmed by all the unread notifications in your Notification Center, clearing them might help.
Unlock your phone and swipe down from the top left of your screen
OR
swipe up from your Lock Screen to pull them up.to open the Notification Center.
Tap and hold the “X” icon for a moment. Refer to the below image:
Selecting the icon to clear all notifications
Tap Clear or Clear All Notifications when it pops up. See the below image:
Clear all notifications
Once you tap Clear or Clear All Notifications, all of your notifications will instantly disappear from the Notification Center. Now you do not have to deal with hundreds of notifications clogging up your phone every day!
Clear One
You can delete them one at a time by swiping the notification to the left, and then tap Clear or Clear All. See the following image:
Clear one notification
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You can start Google Chrome to open a specific page, a new tab, or continue where you left off from the On starup option. We will show you how to set this option to load your Google Apps. You can use the same procedure to load any website at startup or create a bookmark.
This is for the Desktop and iPhone. Screenshots are from Windows 10 and iPhone 14 Pro running iOS 17+
You can start Google Chrome to open a specific page, a new tab, or continue where you left off from the On startup option. We will show you how to set this option to load your Google Apps. You can use the same procedure to load any website at startup or create a bookmark.
Setup the On Startup Option
Your Google Apps can be displayed using the On startup option. First, to set this option, open Chrome and click the Menu (the 3 dots) in the upper right corner, then navigate to:
Settings > On startup
Next, under the Open a specific page or set of pages option, enter the following:
chrome://apps/
Refer to the below image:
Setting On startup option to your Google Apps
Now whenever you start Chrome, your Google Apps page will be displayed.
By doing the above, you can just click the Home button next to the address bar to display your Google Apps anytime. See the below image:
Accessing the Home button to view your Google Apps page
Clicking the Home button next to the address bar will display the page you have set as the On startup page.
Setup the Google Apps Bookmark on Desktop
If you do not have the On startup option set to Google Apps, why not create a bookmark for it. Following are the steps to do this.
First, open the Google Apps page you want to bookmark in Chrome. See the following image:
Setting your Google Apps page to bookmark
Next, click the Star icon in the address bar. Refer to the below image:
Adding your Google Apps page as a bookmark
Now, choose a name and location for your bookmark then hit Done. See the below image:
Editing your Google Apps bookmark
Next, head to your saved bookmark to see your Google Apps entry. See the following image:
Your saved Google Apps bookmark
Setup the Google Apps Bookmark on iPhone
First, open the Google Apps page you want to bookmark in Chrome then tap the Share button. Refer to the below image:
Setting your Google Apps page
Next, tap the Add to Bookmarks option. See the below image:
Adding your Google Apps bookmark
Edit the Google Apps Bookmark on iPhone
First, tap the Menu (the 3 dots) at the bottom right corner. See the following image:
Accessing the Menu option
Next, tap the Edit Bookmark option. Refer to the below image:
Choosing to edit your Google Apps bookmark
Now, change as necessary, then tap Done. See the below image:
Editing your Google Apps bookmark
Not only do bookmarks save you time as you do not need to type in a URL or search for your most frequently visited sites on Google every time you visit, but they are also great for keeping track of articles and videos you plan to head back to later. If you do not have Google Apps set as your startup page, creating a bookmark allows you to easily display the page.
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Malcolm Forbes
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This post provides instructions on finding Wi-Fi passwords on Windows and iPhone devices. For Windows, it details how to access and reveal the password in plain text. For iPhone, it explains the steps to reveal the Wi-Fi password. The post also includes a disclaimer about technology changes and a quote by Thomas Sowell.
This is for Windows 10/11 and iPhone. Screenshots are from Windows 10 and iPhone 14 Pro running iOS 17+
Are you connected to Wi-Fi on one device, but need the password to log in on another? Here’s how to find Wi-Fi passwords in Windows and iOS.
Struggling to connect to Wi-Fi? Maybe your laptop is connected but your phone is not, or you need to share your network with a guest but can not remember the password. There are ways to wirelessly share passwords between devices, but that’s not always an option.
Below, we will outline how to grab a Wi-Fi password from already-connected devices by viewing it as plain text. This way you do not need to reset the network security or hack the Wi-Fi network so everyone can get online.
View Password Using Windows
Windows makes this easy, as long as you are connected to the network.
For Windows 10, open:
Settings > Network & Internet
then click the Change Adapter Options button. Refer to the below image:
Accessing your network
For Windows 11, open:
Advanced network settings > More network adapter options
then right-click on your computer’s Wi-Fi adapter in the list and choose:
Status > Wireless Properties
Open the Security tab, and you should see a password box with dots in it. Click the Show Characters box to see the password in plain text. See the below image for Windows 10:
Viewing your password in plain text on Windows 10
If you are trying to view the password for a network you are not currently connected to, things are a tad more complicated. You can download a third-party app like Wi-Fi Password Revealer which will show you the passwords of all saved networks. See the following image :
Viewing Password Revealer software
View Password Using iPhone
iPhone users could not view Wi-Fi passwords as plain text until iOS 16. First, open:
Settings > Wi-Fi
Refer to the below image:
Accessing your Wi-Fi network
Now, tap the “i” icon for the current network. See the below image:
Tapping the informational icon
Next, select the Password entry and verify your identity with FaceID, Touch ID, or a Passcode. See the following image:
Tapping the hidden password
Now tap the password box with dots in it to reveal the password in plain text. Refer to the below image:
Revealing the hidden password in plain text
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It is hard to imagine a more stupid or more dangerous way of making decisions than by putting those decisions in the hands of people who pay no price for being wrong.
Thomas Sowell
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This post provides comprehensive tips for fast iPhone charging without degrading battery life. It emphasizes using Apple’s 20W charger and USB-C cable, along with additional tricks like Low Power Mode and closing apps. It concludes with a disclaimer on changing technology and a quote by Arthur Koestler. Always keep your device and OS up to date for the best experience.
This is for the iPhone. Screenshots are from iPhone 14 Pro running iOS 17+
One of the most controversial topics when talking about the iPhone is related to charging and battery life. Even with a former Apple employee giving life-saving iPhone battery tips, you can always do more.
We have compiled a comprehensive guide to help you charge your iPhone as fast as possible without degrading your battery too fast. The process is more straightforward than you might imagine, but there are a few tips and tricks to make the most of it.
Charging Your iPhone Quickly
Newer iPhones charge at 20W maximum, so you do not need to use a Mac’s 96W plug or any fancy GaN charger that could give enough juice to your car, iPad, Mac, and phone simultaneously. For example, Apple’s own 20W charger solution is perfect for that.
You do not need to overthink, going all-in with Apple already ensures you can hit the fastest charge possible on your device.
That said, it does not mean you can not use Samsung’s charger with a Belkin USB-C to USB-C cable. Of course, you can, but you do not need to worry that much if you already have Apple’s accessories.
Now that you know that Apple’s 20W charger and its USB-C to USB-C cable are fully capable of charging your iPhone 15 at maximum speed, there are other tips and tricks to ensure you will get the fastest charging possible.
Tips for Faster Charging
Now that you have the proper plug and the right cable, you can do a little more to ensure your device charges as fast as it can. Just follow these tips:
Turn on Low Power Mode: Since the iPhone consumes energy even if it’s charging, putting on hold background activity, ProMotion, and other technologies will help improve the charging speeds. See Settings >Battery
Close your apps: With no apps opened, they do not require more power from your iPhone.
Check for the right temperature: If it’s too hot or cold, your iPhone might not charge properly. That said, never put your iPhone with the sun on it while charging or avoid freezing temperatures as well.
Do not use your phone while charging: It might be difficult, but try to do another activity when charging your phone. Go read a book, walk in the park, or watch some TV.
Turn on Airplane Mode and turn off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth: If you want to quickly charge your iPhone, turning off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth while turning on Airplane Mode will help charge your iPhone as fast as it can. See Settings
Summary
With these tips and tricks, it’s easier to charge your iPhone as fast as possible. Also, do not forget that your phone will charge 50% in 30 minutes, but to get full power, you might also need to follow these little tricks.
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Courage is never to let your actions be influenced by your fears.
Arthur Koestler
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Google Drive’s latest update allows users to scan documents directly to cloud storage on iPhone, a feature previously available on Android only. The new design includes a Camera button for initiating the scan and saving it as a PDF file. The app also uses machine learning to suggest relevant titles for saved images. The post cautions that the information is only valid at the time of writing due to the constant evolution of technology.
This is for the iPhone using the latest update for Google Drive. Screenshots are from iPhone 14 Pro running iOS 17+
Google Drive users will be glad to know the cloud storage app has a new handy feature. The app lets you scan documents directly to your cloud storage on your iPhone. The feature is already available on Android; the same functionality has made its way to iPhone.
The new Google Drive redesign comes with a new Camera button above the “+” button in the lower right corner. Another option to start a scan from the Google Drive home page is to tap that “+” sign and choose the Scan option. Both will take you to the iPhone’s Camera. Refer to the below image:
Selecting options to scan
Tap the button to initiate a document scan that will feel familiar. Just place the document or receipt from the Camera and take the photo.
The document-scanning feature lets you capture multiple images to scan a document with more than one page.
Once the photo is taken, you can perform the usual edits for such types of images. You can crop and rotate the image and change the color. That can be useful if you want your photo to look like a scanned document.
When you are ready to save the scan, press the Save button, and Google Drive will use machine learning to suggest a relevant title for the image or set of images that will be saved as a new PDF file. See the below image:
Save your scan as a PDF file
That’s another handy feature, as it will save you time and ensure you find and retrieve the scan with ease in the future.
As a reminder, your iPhone already has a built-in document scanner feature. You can scan documents directly into the Notes app with similar ease. If you sync Notes across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, you will always have the scanned document available.
However, the Google Drive alternative is also a great option. Some iPhone users might prefer scanning documents to Google’s cloud storage directly.
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“Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.”
Vince Lombardi
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TechSavvy.Life explores an iPhone Camera app setting called Prioritize Faster Shooting, which allows quick, successive photography, specifically for iPhone models XS/XR or later running on iOS 14 and above. However, enabling this feature reduces photo quality due to shorter image processing time. Users can personalize this setting in their iPhone settings.
This is for the iPhone XS/XR or later running iOS 14 or higher. Screenshots are from iPhone 14 Pro running iOS 17+
The iPhone is a great camera out of the box. Just set the phone up and start taking photos and recording videos without worrying about advanced settings. However, if you do want to take your photo skills to the next level, all sorts of iPhone photo tricks can help you improve your game. The iPhone’s Camera app holds settings that can also enhance the pictures and clips coming out of your iPhone.
One of those image settings can come in handy when you do not want to miss a shot. But it can also ruin photo quality, as the iPhone might devote less time to processing the image.
Disable Prioritize Faster Shooting Feature
Called Prioritize Faster Shooting, the setting is straightforward. It does what it says; it enables faster shooting, especially if you take lots of burst photos. The setting lets the iPhone capture more shots per unit of time, which can be useful if you are following certain events and want to capture everything. But it might not be worth taking so many shots if the quality of the resulting images has to suffer.
The setting comes enabled by default. To disable this feature, head to:
Settings > Camera > Prioritize Faster Shooting
and toggle to the OFF position. Reger to the below image:
To disable, turn the option to OFF
To enable, set the toggle to the ON position.
If you do not find the setting, you probably use an older iPhone or iOS. You must either update the software or get a new iPhone to take advantage of Prioritize Faster Shooting.
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. “You don’t learn to walk by following rules. You learn by doing and falling over.”
Richard Branson
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The “always-on display” feature, exclusive to Pro versions of the iPhone 14 or 15 running iOS 17+, allows users to view important information without unlocking the device. The feature can be turned off in various situations, including when the phone is face down or connected to CarPlay, when low power mode is on, or through setting up a Sleep Focus. It can be turned off or adjusted through the Display & Brightness menu in Settings. Apple plans future updates to detail the feature’s battery consumption and introduce additional focus modes.
This is for the iPhone 14 or 15 Pro. Screenshots are from iPhone 14 Pro running iOS 17+
An “always-on display” lets you see important information at a glance. Those with a Pro version of the iPhone 14 or 15 have this feature. It’s exclusive to iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max on iOS.
Those with older iPhones need to update their phones to see any information (or use the Rise to Wake feature), but “always-on” changes all that by dimming the Lock Screen so you can still see certain data without touching your phone. Let’s explore how to take control of the iPhone’s “always-only displays” (and even turn it off if it’s not your thing).
When the Feature Turns Off
If you feel uneasy about a phone screen that never turns off, do not worry. Despite the name, Apple has done a few things to ensure the feature is not unnecessarily draining your battery (and a future iOS update may detail “always-on” battery consumption). If you do any of the following actions, the “always-on display” will turn off:
Place the phone face down, in your pocket, or in a bag. When charging your iPhone, we recommend placing your phone face down and when you are not using your iPhone. By doing this, your battery will last longer between charges.
Set up a Sleep Focus for certain times.
Connect to CarPlay.
Use the Continuity Camera feature.
Have low power mode turned on.
Additionally, if you have an Apple Watch connected to your iPhone, it will use your proximity to turn the screen on and off automatically. For example, if you leave your phone in the kitchen and walk upstairs, the display will turn black. When you return to the kitchen, the screen will light up.
How to Turn Off/ON
To disable the feature, head to:
Settings > Display & Brightness > Always On Display
and toggle OFF the Always On Display option. Refer to the below image:
Always On Display option
To enable the feature, toggle ON the Always On Display option.
Other Options
If you are not ready to give up on the “always-on display” completely, there are a few options you can adjust. You can disable Show Wallpaper to prevent your phone’s wallpaper from appearing on the display. Or disable Notifications to make the screen less distracting.
Since iOS 16.4, Apple has let you schedule or automate when your iPhone’s “always-on display” is enabled using Focus modes. So you could add a filter to make the display stay on during working hours, for example, but turn it off in the evenings.
Other options coming to future updates include seeing how much battery life the “always-on display” consumes and controlling it with additional Focus modes.
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