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For better or for worse, technology is the new frontier. When it comes to navigating the web, avoiding hackers, and enjoying our devices—Reader’s Digest is here to lead the way and help you get the most out of our interconnected world.

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Apple’s Passkeys Could Usher In a Password-Free Future

Apple's recently announced passkey feature may forever change the way you log in to your online accounts. Here's what passkeys are and how to use them.

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30 Hidden iPhone Hacks You Never Knew About

From charging the battery faster to taking a hands-free photo, these secret iPhone tips and tricks will become your new...


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How to Hide Apps on an iPhone

If your home screen is unorganized and hard to navigate, learn how to hide apps on the iPhone so the...


Is Apple Scanning Your iPhone Photos? Here’s What You Need to Know

Experts explain Apple's controversial new plan to scan your iPhone photos—and what it could mean for your privacy.

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How to Identify Apple Phishing Emails and Avoid Getting Scammed

Scams are getting more sophisticated. Learn what to look for so you don't fall prey to an Apple phishing email.


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This Is What the “I” in iPhone Stands for

There's actually more than one meaning!

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Is Apple Pay Safe?

Thanks to Apple Pay, making payments and transferring cash is easier than ever. But will this app put your financial...


Is My Apple Watch Waterproof?

We know you've frantically wondered this after getting your Apple Watch wet—here's what you need to know.


15 Hidden Apple Watch Hacks You Didn’t Know About

Unlock the hidden potential of your smartwatch with these lesser-known tips, tricks and Apple Watch features


14 Things You Didn’t Know Your iPad Could Do

If you're not using these features, you're missing out on the chance to make your iPad experience a whole lot...

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Here’s How to Charge Your Phone Faster

You're ready to start your day, and oh no! Dead cell battery. Fortunately, there are easy ways to charge your...


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What Apple Insiders Know About iPhones That You Don’t

Get ready to love your favorite device even more.


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11 Ways You’re Shortening the Life of Your iPad

You might want to rethink using your iPad without a cover. Learn the surprising ways you’re shortening the life of...


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15 Things You Didn’t Know Your Mac Laptop Could Do

You won’t believe what you’ve been missing—and how much easier it will make your life.


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15 Things You’re Doing to Your iPhone That Apple Experts Wouldn’t

These very common mistakes can cause some very big problems. Avoid them to keep your iPhone running smoothly for as...

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13 Things Apple Employees Won’t Tell You

On any given day our tech gadgetry can either provide a glimmering angel on one shoulder or an annoying, rascally...


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What?! The iPhone Keyboard Has Had a Mouse This Whole Time

Good news, iPhone users! Your phone has had a hidden mouse all along.


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11 Keyboard Shortcuts That Make Web Browsing 10 Times Easier

You know how to cut and paste—but can you revive a closed tab, instantly add ".com" to your text, or...


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6 Ways to Get Rid of Those Annoying iPhone Notifications

Having a ton of apps on your phone is convenient, but a cluttered lock screen is stressful and unnecessary. Try...


9 Hidden Symbols You Never Knew You Could Text

Whether you go for Apple or Android, every grammar nerd will love these tricks that finally perfect your punctuation.


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Significant Locations: How Your iPhone Knows Where You’ve Been

This feature has existed on the iPhone for years, but hardly anyone knows about it. Here’s how you can see...


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Say These 8 Words to Siri, and She Will Break Out Into Song

The iPhone digital assistant can set alarms, set up reservations, look up words, and apparently sing to you in a...



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10 Hacks to Free Up Space on Your iPhone (Without Deleting Photos!)

Tired of the message, “There is not enough available storage"? Read on.

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Double your closet space, remove static electricity from your clothes, make a 30-second iPad holder and more extraordinary uses for...