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How-to content, reviews, and articles for iPhone users and the iOS operating system. Learn how to work with your iPhone and use accessories for it.

article How to tell if your smartphone's battery is dying

How to tell if your smartphone's battery is dying

If you are reading this article, it’s probably because your smartphone is acting up or you’re worried that its battery is nearing the end of its life. And you have good reason to worry about the longevity of smartphone batteries. No matter how well you treat your mobile device, eventually, the battery will lose its capacity to hold a charge and your smartphone or
article Best free games for your iPhone or iPad

Best free games for your iPhone or iPad

What would life be without games? A boring experience if you ask us. ? As many of our readers own and use iPhones and iPads, and some of us here at Digital Citizen also do, we thought it would be a good idea to share with you some of our favorite free games for iOS and iPadOS. Puzzle games, RPGs, multiplayer or single-player games…
article 30 or 60 fps? What's best for smartphone video recording?

30 or 60 fps? What's best for smartphone video recording?

Smartphone manufacturers have generally settled on having 30 or 60 fps available for video recordings, but some are pushing the boundaries, offering 120 or even 240 fps. Are they viable or just a marketing trick to make us buy more expensive and advanced, but not necessarily more useful smartphones? In this article, I’m going to answer a few questions that you may have regarding
article Smartphone video recording in 1080p, 4K, 8K: How much is too much?

Smartphone video recording in 1080p, 4K, 8K: How much is too much?

Smartphone manufacturers are doing everything they can to bring forward new and exciting features. Some are more successful than others, some are only there for marketing purposes. While an increasing number of flagship smartphones feature 8K video recording, is it really a useful ability, or is it just a fad? In this article, I’m going to answer a few questions that you may have
article Can I carry power banks while traveling by plane?

Can I carry power banks while traveling by plane?

If you’re planning a vacation, a business meeting abroad, or just a short weekend trip, you’ll probably want to get some of your electronic devices with you. Things like a laptop, a camera, your smartphone, and maybe, just maybe, a power bank or two. But did you know that some airline companies don’t allow you to take some types of devices and electronics with
tutorial How to find and change the MAC address on your iPhone (or iPad)

How to find and change the MAC address on your iPhone (or iPad)

Do you own an iPhone or an iPad and wondering what’s your MAC address and how to change it? Would you like to spoof your MAC address or, the opposite, disable MAC address randomization on your Apple mobile device? If you answered yes to any of these questions, read on. Here’s how to find, change, and disable spoofed MAC addresses on iPhones or iPads:
tutorial How to log out your devices from WhatsApp

How to log out your devices from WhatsApp

WhatsApp is one of the most popular messaging apps at the moment. You can use it on your iPhone or Android smartphone and your PC with WhatsApp Web and WhatsApp Desktop. However, there are times when it comes in handy to know how to logout of WhatsApp, whether you’re trying to disconnect the device you’re currently using or one of the WhatsApp Linked Devices.
tutorial How to reset an app on iPhone

How to reset an app on iPhone

If you’re an iPhone user and use it daily, you might have installed more than just a few apps on it. At a certain point in time, some of them might not work as you want them to, or maybe they just have data that you’d like to erase. Are you thinking about a particular app or game? One that you’d like to start
review ASUS VivoWatch 5 review: a health tracker with personality

ASUS VivoWatch 5 review: a health tracker with personality

ASUS has recently released its latest health-and fitness-oriented smartwatch, the VivoWatch 5. It’s a feature-rich device, with excellent battery life and a good-looking, stainless steel body. I was lucky enough to be one of the first to test it, and after two weeks of use, I am ready to present my findings. Is it a good value device? Is the ASUS VivoWatch 5 good
article Xiaomi Mi Band 6, Mi Watch Lite, or Mi Watch: which one is right for you?

Xiaomi Mi Band 6, Mi Watch Lite, or Mi Watch: which one is right for you?

Are you planning to buy a Xiaomi fitness tracker or a smartwatch? Are you undecided on which model, or even which type of wearable is right for your particular needs? Then you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we are comparing three of the most popular smartwatches from Xiaomi: the Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 6, the Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite, and the
review Xiaomi Mi Watch review: a sturdy fitness smartwatch

Xiaomi Mi Watch review: a sturdy fitness smartwatch

The Xiaomi Mi Watch is an interesting device: it’s advertised as a smartwatch, but it has a lot of features and tools usually available on fitness bands. The price of this smartwatch is great, around 100 USD at the time of the review, and the sturdy and rugged design certainly attracts potential buyers. In this article, we review the Xiaomi Mi Watch to find
review Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite review: Affordable, small smartwatch

Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite review: Affordable, small smartwatch

Alongside its extensive smartphone offering, Xiaomi has a full range of wearables, from the Mi Band 6 to the Mi Watch. In this article, we are reviewing the middle ground between fitness tracking and smartwatch territory, the Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite. It’s definitely very affordable, with a price of about 60 USD, and it looks good at first glance. But is there more to
review Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 6 review: Great value fitness tracker

Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 6 review: Great value fitness tracker

Xiaomi is slowly but steadily becoming an alternative to Samsung and Apple in the premium smart devices market, while also providing solid options for low-priced smartphones and wearables. In this review, we are testing its new budget-oriented fitness tracker, the Xiaomi Mi Smart Band 6. It’s very reasonably priced and has the specs to compete with more advanced trackers. But how does it perform
review Sony WF-C500 review: budget earbuds for comfortable listening

Sony WF-C500 review: budget earbuds for comfortable listening

If you’re searching for a pair of budget wireless in-ear headphones, you can choose from quite a few brands and models - Jabra, Panasonic, Anker, Plantronics, Skullcandy, to name but a few. In this article, we are reviewing Sony’s proposition for the entry-level true wireless earbuds segment, the Sony WF-C500. They are small, reasonably priced, and have the Sony brand know-how and experience as
tutorial How to save your EU Digital COVID Certificate on an iPhone

How to save your EU Digital COVID Certificate on an iPhone

Your EU Digital COVID Certificate is your digital proof that you’ve been vaccinated against COVID-19. It can also prove that you’ve either received a negative test result or recently recovered from COVID-19. All EU states provide you with such a certificate as a PDF file that you can print and carry around with you, or keep in digital form on your iPhone. Unfortunately, each
tutorial How to share location on iPhone: All you need to know

How to share location on iPhone: All you need to know

Knowing how to share location on an iPhone can come in handy in many situations. Maybe you’re having car trouble and need a friend to come and pick you up. Perhaps you’re late meeting someone and want to show them where you are without texting while driving. Or maybe your goal is to make sure everyone knows the spot for the picnic in the
tutorial How to put Google Chrome in Dark Mode

How to put Google Chrome in Dark Mode

The trend is clear, Dark Mode is the new black. Making all the buttons and interface elements look as dark as the future of humankind seems to be very attractive these days. Developers have jumped on this bandwagon, introducing a “dark mode” for their respective applications and operating systems. Is there a dark mode for Google Chrome? Definitely, although depending on your operating system,
tutorial What is drag and drop? How to drag and drop

What is drag and drop? How to drag and drop

Knowing how to drag and drop can make life a lot simpler regardless of whether you’re using a Windows PC, a Mac, or a touchscreen device. There are many programs and apps that support drag and drop, so this popular gesture can help you save time whenever you’re moving, copying, or opening files. This guide explains the drag-and-drop method, including details on how to