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OEM Grade Repair Parts

OEM Grade Repair Parts

When you call around looking for the lowest repair price for your Mac or iPhone, be aware that some repair shops achieve those attractive prices by using low-quality replacement parts—a practice that prioritizes profit over quality. 

How do I prevent my Mac from Running Hot?

How do I prevent my Mac from Running Hot?

As a CPU executes tasks, it generates heat from the electrical energy it consumes. More complex or intense tasks (like gaming, video editing, or running simulations) cause more heat due to higher power consumption.

How do I protect my Mac from a power surge?

How do I protect my Mac from a power surge?

A power surge is a sudden and brief increase in voltage that flows through an electrical circuit. It typically lasts for a fraction of a second but can cause significant damage to electrical devices and equipment.

Starting December 18, 2024 Apple will remove iCloud support for iOS backups made using iOS 5 through iOS 8.

Starting December 18, 2024 Apple will remove iCloud support for iOS backups made using iOS 5 through iOS 8.

iPhone users still on older versions of iOS will soon lose access to their iCloud backups. According to a new support document from Apple, starting December 18, 2024, iCloud backups will require iOS 9 or later.

My Mac has a glitch, how do I resolve this?

My Mac has a glitch, how do I resolve this?

A glitch is a temporary or unexpected error in a system, process, or device that disrupts its normal functioning. Often minor, glitches can cause brief interruptions or abnormal behavior, such as a frozen screen, distorted display, or incorrect data output.

What are some Microsoft Office alternatives for Mac?

What are some Microsoft Office alternatives for Mac?

Apple’s iWork suite, which includes Pages, Numbers, and Keynote, was first introduced in 2004. Keynote was initially released in 2003 for Steve Jobs’ presentations. Pages debuted with the first iWork bundle in 2004, and Numbers was added in 2007 with iWork ’08.

How do I master the Apple TV streaming box (Part 1)?

How do I master the Apple TV streaming box (Part 1)?

Apple TV is a streaming media player created by Apple that connects to your TV, allowing you to access a variety of digital content. It lets you stream movies, TV shows, music, and more from platforms like Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and Apple’s own Apple TV+ service, among many others.

How do I customize Apple Mail (Mac Mail) on my Mac?

How do I customize Apple Mail (Mac Mail) on my Mac?

Apple Mail, originally introduced in 2002 as part of macOS 10.2 Jaguar, was designed to offer a user-friendly email client that integrated seamlessly with other Apple applications. Over the years, it has evolved significantly, adopting new features and improvements.

What is Advanced Data Protection and Contact Key Verification in iOS?

What is Advanced Data Protection and Contact Key Verification in iOS?

The iPhone is often considered one of the most secure mobile devices due to Apple’s tightly controlled ecosystem, frequent software updates, and emphasis on privacy.

What is Apple Stolen Device Protection?

What is Apple Stolen Device Protection?

Apple’s Stolen Device Protection is a security 
feature designed to protect your iPhone if it gets stolen. 

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