What is FaceTime anyway? It’s a communication platform developed and provided by Apple (not Facebook) that allows you to make video or audio-only calls for free. Why is it free? Because it uses high speed data instead of traditional or cellular phone service, there is no cost other than using your allotted data allowance (minutes),Continue reading “3 Easy Steps to Using FaceTime”
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The Basics of Taking Time-Lapse Video on your iPhone
Time-lapse is a popular technique used to make something appear to have taken place much more quickly than it actually did. By shooting a series of photographs in quick succession depicting a scene that normally changes slowly over time and then speeding up the playback, you can make the action appear to occur unnaturally quickly.Continue reading “The Basics of Taking Time-Lapse Video on your iPhone”
The Basics for Taking Slo-Mo Videos
Using the slow motion feature on your iPhone can result in really interesting, quirky or even hilarious videos and single frame photos. Who doesn’t enjoy watching a dog catch a frisbee then do an unplanned tuck ‘n’ roll? Or the contorted expression on your beloved’s face when sneezing? If you missed the earlier post coveringContinue reading “The Basics for Taking Slo-Mo Videos”
The Freedom of Paperless
Having just sorted through a few years of various till receipts and several old financial statements, I’m especially thankful to have embraced paperless some years ago. If you haven’t already done so, below you’ll find some objective reasons why you should consider it. I still remember when first offered the option, I was dubious. FairContinue reading “The Freedom of Paperless”
The Basics of Taking Portrait Pictures on Your iPhone
With an iPhone in your hand and a few simple pointers learned below, you can take beautiful portraits of your favorite people, pets and objects. Basics of Taking Pictures Using Portrait Mode As mentioned in our previous post on the basics for taking photos on your iPhone, (see link here), Portrait mode does not referContinue reading “The Basics of Taking Portrait Pictures on Your iPhone”
The Basics of Taking Panoramic Photos on your iPhone
Your iPhone makes it easy to take interesting photos beyond the standard options. For example, you can capture the entire sweep of your favorite beach or a stunning view from a vantage point. (If you’re looking for the basics on taking standard photos in your iPhone, you’ll find those in the previous post, with theContinue reading “The Basics of Taking Panoramic Photos on your iPhone”
Taking pictures on your iPhone: the Basics
If you’re looking to learn the basics on taking nice photos using your iPhone, then you’re in the right place. The camera function on smartphones has made huge strides in the last decade, and you’ll find that you can take pictures that are as beautiful and clear or more so than you can with aContinue reading “Taking pictures on your iPhone: the Basics”
How to Buy a gift on Amazon
Amazon is now the largest retailer in the world and for good reason… they have an enormous breadth of merchandise and make browsing and buying easier than many other retailers. With just a few pointers it’s easy to get started, find the perfect gift and have it delivered to your recipient. Getting Started On yourContinue reading “How to Buy a gift on Amazon”
Turn Up the Volume!
I remember one time at a very buzzy tequila bar with my husband, I complained to him I couldn’t hear anything he was saying because the music was too loud. He laughed and pointed out a sign behind me that said “If the music’s too loud, you’re too old!” Nowadays it’s more likely that it’sContinue reading “Turn Up the Volume!”
Incognito Browsing
Why on earth would you ever want to browse incognito, or “privately” as it’s also called? Isn’t that only for people looking to do naughty or even illegal things online? No, not at all! There are plenty of perfectly valid reasons you may on occasion want to search for something online and not leave aContinue reading “Incognito Browsing”
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