Year: 2022

Peacock offering 12 Months access for $1.99/Month

Dan Uff September 14, 2022 0

The Peacock streaming service is offering a special discount to all free and new subscribers. For a limited time, Peacock is offering its Premium service for $1.99/Month for 12 months, then $4.99/Month afterwards. This is in response to those fans of Days of our Lives who are not happy about the long-time running soap moving from NBC to Peacock.

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The true star of iOS 16 is iPhone’s Lock Screen

CompuScoop Staff September 13, 2022 0

Apple’s iOS 16 brings the biggest update ever to the iPhone’s Lock Screen, the ability to edit and collaborate in Messages, new tools in Mail, and more ways to interact with photos and video with Live Text and Visual Look Up. iOS 16 is now available as a free software update.

iOS is an excellent, mature piece of software, and Apple’s clearly not looking for an excuse to reinvent the wheel anymore. But this year, Apple found a part of its software that hasn’t gotten much attention recently and gave it a makeover.

The lock screen is the true star of iOS 16. Apple has reconceived its purpose altogether, shifting it from just a clock and a bunch of notifications to something much more like a second homescreen. Lock screen widgets were an instant upgrade to my phone life: I can now see my calendar without unlocking my phone or even swiping right to get to that page of widgets everyone always forgets about, and I have a tiny widget that launches a new note in my notes app…

And when you pair it with the always-on displays on the iPhone 14 Pro, the iPhone becomes a fountain of useful information without requiring a single tap… As far as Apple is concerned, I think the company is on the right track. It is clearly invested in turning the iPhone into more than just a collection of apps.

iOS 16 to be available TODAY. What to do to get it

Dan Uff September 12, 2022 0

Pending no last minute problems, the long awaited iOS 16 operating system for HomePod, iPad, iPhone, and Apple TV should be available sometime today.

Before upgrading, make sure your device(s) can handle it.

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Next, follow these steps to get iOS 16 on iPhone:

Plug in the iPhone into a wall and have at least 50% of battery before you begin.
Go to Settings > General > Software Update.
Make sure you have ample time to download and install.
The entire process could take anywhere from 30-60 minutes.
When it's downloaded, tap "Install Now."
The phone reboots and begins the installation.
The device may reboot several times during installation. This is normal.
When finished, you'll see your normal Home Screen and a welcome message to iOS 16.
That's it.

Now that you have the latest iOS, look for hints, tips, and more from CompuScoop.com in the coming days and weeks.

The iPhone 14 Lineup is eSIM only in the United States – What YOU need to know, NOW.

Dan Uff September 12, 2022 1

During the September presentation, Apple introduced a new feature for US-Based iPhones called an eSIM. What is it, and what are the pros and cons of it? Read on as I will try and educate not only myself, but you as well!

First, the U.S. based iPhone 14's lineup will not have a physical SIM card slot. Gone are the days when we have to get out that little paper-clip tool and fart around with the SIM Tray on an iPhone. Now everything will be done electronically with your cell provider. Your cell provider must be able to offer this feature. Chances are, if they sell the iPhone 14, then they probably do. BUT be sure to check with them anyway.

Now that you know if your cell provider supports this technology, you'll have to do the below steps based on your cellular carrier:

Let your carrier do it: Most carriers will be happy to do this for you. Any additional charges will be up to the carrier, but most may offer this option for free.
Use the built-in eSIM quick transfer app that comes with the iPhone 14. You'll need your old and new phone to complete this step.
Get a QR code from your carrier. Use the iPhone's built-in QR code reader for this (in the Camera app).
Convert your physical SIM card to an eSIM.
Once an eSIM is activated and working, your device should work as before.
That's it.

To do this, follow these steps:

On your iPhone, go to Settings > Cellular.
Tap Convert to eSIM. If you don’t see this option, you’ll have to contact your carrier.
Tap Convert Cellular Plan.
Choose Convert to eSIM.
Wait for your eSIM to activate. Once this is complete, your previous SIM card is deactivated.
Remove the physical SIM card with the SIM card removal tool (or a standard paperclip) and reboot your iPhone.
Once an eSIM is activated and working, your device should work as before.
That's it.