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How to reset AirPods
Resetting your AirPods is a quick way to fix common battery and connection problems
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How to rip iTunes to MP3
Need to create MP3 versions of the tracks in your digital music library? Here's how to rip iTunes to MP3
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How to play music on HomePod
Here's how to play music on HomePod, including how to play music from sources other than Apple Music
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How to make a phone call with HomePod
You can now make phone calls and answer calls directly on your HomePod, here's how:
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How to set up two HomePods as a stereo pair
We show how to pair two HomePods for great-sounding stereo audio
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How to connect a Sonos speaker to a HomePod
Apple's AirPlay 2 streaming software enables you to link the HomePod to a Sonos or compatible speaker from another manufacturer
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How to convert M4B iTunes Audiobooks to MP3
Play iTunes audiobooks on any device by converting them to MP3
Mac 911
AirPlay 2, macOS, and the limits of the HomePod
Stereo playback hasnu2019t yet come to system audio output or other apps because it relies on AirPlay 2.
Mac 911
How to connect a TV or audio receiver to a HomePod
Plus, can HomePods manage surround sound? (No.)
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How to play music on iPhone
Guide to playing music on the iPhone, including creating playlists, finding lyrics, and more
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How to make a song in GarageBand for iPhone & iPad
We show you the basics of building a song with GarageBand for iOS
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How to add or delete music on iPhone or iPad without using iTunes
You can still add (or delete) your favourite songs to your iPhone or iPad without using iTunes. Here's how
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How to gift iTunes music, films, TV shows and books
Here's how to send a song, movie, book, and more to someone using an iPhone or Mac
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How to use HomePod touch controls
Here's how to use the touch controls on the top of Apple's speaker
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HomePod Tips & Tricks
Here are some tricks and tips to help you get the most out of your Siri-powered smart speaker
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How to update your HomePod
The HomePod should keep itself up to date, but you can force a software update if you want to.
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How to reset HomePod
Want HomePod to work with someone else's iPhone? Troubleshooting issues? Here's what to do
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How to fix HomePod issues
Here's how to troubleshoot problems with the HomePod, including AirPlay and WiFi network issues
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How to reset your HomePod
If you want to go through setup again or use a different Apple ID, you'll have to reset your HomePod.
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How to Cancel Apple Music: Unsubscribe on your iPhone, iPad & Mac
We show you how to cancel your Apple Music account when your free trial runs out, or if you just want to unsubscribe.
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How to change Siri’s voice on HomePod
Want to give Siri an Australian accent or swap its gender? It's easy!
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How to control HomePod from Mac or iOS
Apple touts Siri as a way to control HomePod. But you can use a Mac, iPhone, or iPad when you don't feel like talking.
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15 awesome tips and tricks to master Apple’s HomePod
Your HomePod can do more than kick out the jams. More than you may realize.
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How to avoid iTunes gift card scams
HMRC and Apple have publicised an iTunes Gift Card scam that has seen old folk give away thousands of pounds
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How to use AirPods with Apple TV
Apple's wireless headphones make it easy to enjoy a little private TV time.
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How to create Apple Music Stations
Discovering new music has never been easier with Apple Stations, and we're going to show you how to get involved.
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How to use Apple Music in the UK
Find out how to use the best features in Apple Music, Apple's music streaming service and Spotify rival, with our simple guide
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How to get Apple Music for free
Take advantage of a three month free trial of Apple Music and use our trick to get an extra three months too
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How to use iTunes on Mac
How to use and get the most out of iTunes on the Mac, from setup to Smart Playlists
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How to play Apple Watch music through a Bluetooth speaker
We show how to pair your Apple Watch with a wireless Bluetooth speaker, and play music through it
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How to play music on an Apple Watch
We show how to load and play music on your Apple Watch, or control the music playing on your iPhone or Bluetooth speakers
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How to use Bluetooth headphones with an Apple Watch
The Apple Watch doesn't have a headphone port, but you can use wireless headphones with it. Here's how
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How to change Apple ID payment info on iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac & PC
How to change Apple ID payment information
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How to get free music on iPhone
Radio, independent artists and free trials: free music is everywhere. Here's how to get your hands on it
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How to use Find My AirPods in iOS 10.3
The Find My iPhone app has a new trick in iOS 10.3u2014locating a misplaced set of AirPods. Well, if they're on and connected, anyway.
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Is Apple Music down? Check Apple Music service status
While it might be down to your internet connection, there might be issues with Apple Music – here's how to find outPrivate i
Tune up (or tear down) your social networks’ app permissions
Pop quiz: Do you know to how many apps and websites you've given permission to use your Twitter, Facebook, Google+, and others? Time to check.
The iTunes Guy
Ask the iTunes Guy: Help for old-school iPod problems
iPods are still rocking in the free world, and Kirk McElhearn has advice for keeping them from burning out or fading away.
The iTunes Guy
Ask the iTunes Guy: Naming live sets, syncing old-style iPods with iTunes Match
iTunes Guy Kirk McElhearn returns to discuss three issues: Naming live performances that span sets and dates, adding iTunes Match content to an old iPod, and the purpose of two iTunes columns.Mac 911
How to get rid of unwanted subscribed calendars
A reader's lost his coworkers and now would like to lose the calendars they created. Chris Breen shows him how.Mac 911
How to connect an Apple TV to analog speakers
Your Apple TV has a digital audio output and your powered speakers bear an analog audio input. How do you make the two see eye-to-eye? Chris Breen explains.
Mac 911
How to revisit old website data
Have a need to visit a previous version of a webpage? Chris Breen shows you two techniques for doing exactly that.Working Mac
16 secrets of Google Drive
Google Drive is a souped-up productivity machine with lots of features you may not have even noticed. Here are 16 you shouldn't miss.
The iTunes Guy
Of iTunes and iBooks
Along with Mavericks came an iBooks desktop app. And that's caused a lot of confusion for iTunes users. Kirk tackles ebooks queries, plus a question about smart playlists with nested conditions, and a way to keep Christmas music from coming up in shuffle mode on an iPod.
The iTunes Guy