A growing number of iPhone owners are reportedly experiencing a disturbing error that locks their phones in a boot loop. Known as Error 14, the glitch is causing people to lose important documents and precious photos and videos.

But what is Error 14, and how can you avoid it? Read on to find out.

What Is Error 14?

Error 14 often occurs when a person restores or updates their iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.

Regardless of whether the update was installed automatically or manually, the…

The Apple Watch is arguably the best smartwatch on the market. It’s so good that you’ll wear it all of the time. But, one major drawback to this all-day, everyday wear is dirt.

It’s inevitable – your Apple Watch (and the watch band, especially) will get dirty.

While you can wipe down your watch with a soft cloth, washing the band is a bit more complicated.

Continue reading to browse a few tips to help keep your bands as clean as possible.

Many Apple Watch users have long wished that watchOS offered more flexibility when it comes to things like adjusting to their routines, but although Apple has made some attempts to leverage AI in things like the Siri watch face, it’s generally never really offered any advanced scheduling options.

However, what Apple has done is given power users the tools to build these solutions themselves, thanks to the Shortcuts app that it debuted back in 2018.

Unfortunately, many users don’t really…

Have you ever taken a video and wished you could snap a picture at the same time? If you are an iPhone owner, you are in luck. Your phone can already do it. And you don’t need to purchase any fancy recording software, either. The Camera app in iOS is already capable. Read on to find out how.

Start Recording a Video

Before you can record video and take photos simultaneously, you need to start with the video recording feature in the Camera app.

1. Open the Camera app.
2. Tap on (or swipe to)…

The next big iOS 14 point release is shaping up to be pretty exciting, with 217 new emojis, mask-aware Face ID unlocking, default music services, and even traffic incident reporting, but it looks like that’s not all that’s coming, as the second beta of iOS 14.5 just introduced yet another new Apple Music feature that will allow users to share not just their favourite songs, but their favourite lyrics right as they’re listening.

The new feature, which is one of the few that wasn’t already…

When they first debuted, 3D printers were cost-prohibitive. That was then, but this is now. Now, 3D printing is affordable, with full-fledged printers available for less than $250. Many people are hesitant to purchase a printer because they don’t see a need for one. They may soon change their mind when they realize all the different iPhone accessories and more they can literally print out on the cheap. Continue reading to browse five accessories that you can print quickly and easily with most 3D…

Read more: Did You Know You Can 3D Print These iPhone and Apple Watch Accessories? by iDropnews

Several years ago, Apple pioneered a new iPhone security feature that was aimed at discouraging iPhone thefts by “locking” an iPhone to its original owner using their Apple ID and password. While the “Activation Lock” feature has accomplished its goal, there are still times that it can be a nuisance for users, especially when dealing in used or refurbished iPhones.

Fortunately, Apple is now making it even easier for users to remove Activation Lock from their iPhone or other iOS device,…

Fans of the iPhone’s powerful camera are no strangers to snapping photos – and with the right approach, it’s easy to use the iPhone as a selfie machine, Instagram tool, or vlogging hub.

But there’s an issue that’s becoming more common as users continue to experiment with their photo settings, and this blunder could fill up an iPhone 12 Pro’s storage in no time flat.

What’s Happening?

The core of the issue is iPhone 12 Pro owners changing their image file settings unknowingly…

Even when companies and developers take the best precautions, the internet can still be a pretty scary place, and you need to constantly be on your guard against text scams, suspicious robocalls, and much more, and although Apple’s App Store is probably among the safest app marketplaces you’ll find, it’s still no exception to the rule that you must always be diligent when downloading new apps.

When it comes to vetting new apps, Apple takes more precautions than most, and because of the way…

Most people know to call 911 when there is an emergency, but there are times when texting 911 might be a better idea. You may not realize it, but it is possible to use your iPhone to text 911 and ask for help.

Read on to find out how to text 911 using your iPhone or your Apple Watch.

✔️ Text 911 via Siri

To text 911 using voice commands, you first need to activate Siri using your Apple Watch or your iPhone. Once activated, you can tell the digital assistant to text 911.

After you…