Videos

In macOS Catalina, users can sync music and playlists from their Mac to their iOS devices using the Finder. Apple Music subscribers automatically sync their entire library across devices. For non-Apple Music content, syncing with the Mac is necessary. To initiate syncing, connect the device to the Mac, open a Finder window, select the device name, and click the “music” tab. Users can choose to sync their entire library or specific playlists. After selecting, click “apply” or “sync” to transfer the chosen content. This process also applies to movies, TV shows, podcasts, audiobooks, and other files. For more Mac tips, users can subscribe to the Apple Support channel.

Summary:

– macOS Catalina enables music and playlist syncing from Mac to iOS devices via Finder.
– Apple Music subscribers automatically sync their entire library across devices.
– Non-Apple Music content requires syncing with the Mac.
– Users connect the device, open Finder, select the device name, and click the “music” tab to initiate syncing.
– Users can choose to sync entire libraries or specific playlists and apply the changes.

In Photos, you can customize your own memories with music and different looks. To create a memory, touch and hold an album, then tap Play memory video. While customizing, pause the memory and tap the pause button. Adjust the memory mix by swiping and change the music or look by tapping corresponding buttons. Further options include adding or removing photos, changing the title, or playing with AirPlay. After customization, tap the screen to return and add the memory to favorites if desired. Memories can be found in the For You tab for future viewing.

Summary:

– In Photos, users can create personalized memories with music and different looks.
– To begin, touch and hold an album, then tap “Play memory video.”
– While customizing, pause the memory and tap the pause button.
– Adjust the memory mix and change music or look by tapping corresponding buttons.
– Further options include adding/removing photos, changing the title, or playing with AirPlay; memories can be saved as favorites.

You can easily adjust text size on your iPad for better readability. In Settings, go to Accessibility, then Display and Text Size, and tap Larger Text. Enable Larger Accessibility Sizes and use the slider to adjust the text size to your preference. Apps that support Dynamic Type will adapt to your chosen text size, ensuring a comfortable reading experience, whether you prefer larger, smaller, or standard text sizes.

Summary:

– Adjust text size on iPad easily for better readability.
– Go to Settings, then Accessibility, and select Display and Text Size.
– Tap Larger Text and enable Larger Accessibility Sizes.
– Use the slider to adjust text size according to preference.
– Apps supporting Dynamic Type will adapt to chosen text size.

On the iPhone 15 Pro, you can capture spatial videos for a unique viewing experience across Apple devices. Ensure depth by framing foreground, mid, and background details, maintaining a distance of 3-8 feet from subjects, and ensuring even lighting. Keep your device level and follow moving subjects smoothly. In the camera app’s video mode, tap the spatial video button, then record in landscape orientation. View in 2D on all devices or in 3D on Apple Vision Pro. Subscribe to Apple Support for more device insights.

Summary:

– iPhone 15 Pro allows capturing spatial videos for immersive viewing experiences.
– Ensure depth by framing foreground, mid, and background details.
– Maintain a distance of 3-8 feet from subjects and ensure even lighting for best results.
– Keep the device level and follow moving subjects smoothly for optimal capture.
– View videos in 2D on all Apple devices or in 3D on Apple Vision Pro.

You can utilize your iPhone’s Personal Hotspot feature to share its cellular data connection with other devices when Wi-Fi isn’t available. First, enable Personal Hotspot in Settings, then tap “Allow Others to Join” to make it shareable. Devices signed into your iCloud account will automatically detect your hotspot. To connect, navigate to Wi-Fi settings on the device and select your hotspot. If using a Mac, click the Wi-Fi icon and choose your hotspot. Enter the provided password if prompted. You can check connected devices in Control Center and disable Personal Hotspot when needed. For more tips, subscribe to the Apple Support YouTube channel.

Summary:
– Personal Hotspot on iPhone shares cellular data.
– Enable it in Settings > Personal Hotspot.
– Devices signed into iCloud can detect the hotspot automatically.
– Connect to the hotspot via Wi-Fi settings.
– Manage connected devices and disable hotspot in Control Center.

In Safari, accessing downloaded files on your iPhone is straightforward. After downloading a file, tap the page settings button and then select “Downloads.” From there, tap “View download” next to the desired file to navigate to your downloads folder within the Files app. This allows for easy access to your downloaded files directly from Safari.

Summary:
– In Safari on iPhone, you can locate downloaded files easily.
– Tap the page settings button.
– Select “Downloads.”
– Tap “View download” next to the desired file.
– This navigates you to the downloads folder in the Files app.

To take a selfie using Voice Control, enable it in Accessibility settings. Say “open camera” to launch the camera app. To view button names, say “show names.” Use “tap camera chooser” to switch to the front camera, then “tap take picture” to capture the selfie. Lastly, say “cheese” to initiate the capture.

Summary:
– Activate Voice Control in Accessibility settings.
– Utter “open camera” to access the camera.
– Say “show names” to display button names.
– Vocalize “tap camera chooser” to switch to the front camera.
– Command “tap take picture” followed by “cheese” to capture a selfie.

FaceTime enables recording video or audio messages on iPhone or iPad for unanswered calls. Tap to record after the countdown, speak your message, then tap stop. Recipients can also access these messages on Apple Watch. To view received messages, open Notification Center, tap the message, and play it. However, FaceTime availability varies by region. For more guidance on using your iPhone, consider subscribing to the Apple Support YouTube channel or exploring other instructional videos.

Summary:
– FaceTime allows recording video/audio messages on iPhone/iPad for unanswered calls.
– Tap to record after the countdown, speak your message, then tap stop.
– Recipients can access messages on Apple Watch.
– To view received messages, open Notification Center, tap the message, and play it.
– FaceTime availability varies by region.

With Find My, you can share your location, find Apple devices, and share items like AirTags. Turn on Find My in Settings > [Your Name] > Find My > Find My iPhone. Use the Find My app to locate and share supported items like AirTags. Tap “Items” to see them on a map and tap “Play Sound” if nearby. For lost items, enable Lost Mode to receive notifications. Find lost Apple devices by signing in to iCloud or using the Find My app. Share your location in the People tab by tapping “Add” and “Share My Location.” Subscribers can find more tips on the Apple Support channel.

Summary:
– Find My allows sharing locations, locating Apple devices, and sharing items like AirTags.
– Turn on Find My in Settings > [Your Name] > Find My > Find My iPhone.
– Use the Find My app to locate and share supported items like AirTags.
– Enable Lost Mode for lost items to receive notifications and secure them.
– Share your location with friends via the People tab in Find My.

To update your iPhone or iPad, first ensure it’s backed up, plugged in, and connected to Wi-Fi. For wireless updates, go to Settings > General > Software Update, then tap “Download and Install.” You can choose to update immediately or overnight. To update via computer, connect your device and open Finder (Mac) or iTunes (Windows), select your device, and click “Update.”

Follow prompts to complete the process. After updating, your device will restart. Stay informed with the latest features by subscribing to Apple Support on YouTube.

Summary:
– Ensure device is backed up, plugged in, and connected to Wi-Fi.
– For wireless updates, navigate to Settings > General > Software Update.
– Choose to update immediately or overnight.
– To update via computer, connect device and open Finder (Mac) or iTunes (Windows).
– Select device, click “Update,” and follow prompts to complete the process.