I usually recommend backing up iPhone and iPad to iCloud. But If you prefer to back up to your Mac, macOS 10.15 Catalina has moved this feature to Finder since iTunes has been disbanded. Here’s what you need to know:

https://jimmytechsf.wordpress.com/2020/06/25/how-to-back-up-an-iphone-or-ipad-with-your-mac-running-catalina/

Apple releases iOS 18.5, macOS 15.5, more

Today Apple released updates for all of their OS software. These releases include many bug, security, and performance improvements. So I recommend everyone update as soon as you are able. This is likely one of the final refinement updates before Apple turns its attention toward iOS 19 and macOS 16, which will be officially announced on June 9 and will be released in September or October.

https://jimmytechsf.com/apple-releases-ios-18-5-macos-15-5-more/

Want to get started with ChatGPT? Learn how everyday people use it for everything from writing thank-you notes to fixing a dripping faucet. #JimmyTechTips #ChatGPT

https://jimmytechsf.com/getting-started-with-chatgpt/

Apple released important bug fixes for almost all of their system software today. This addresses an active exploit so I recommend updating ASAP. #JimmyTechTips #iPhone #AppleUpdates

https://jimmytechsf.com/apple-releases-ios-18-4-1-macos-15-4-1-more/

While Apple’s automatic sharing of Wi-Fi passwords feels like magic, it doesn’t always work. For a more reliable manual approach, use the QR code in the new Passwords app. #JimmyTechTips #iPhoneTips #AppleTips

https://jimmytechsf.com/find-and-share-wi-fi-network-passwords/

The new Share Item Location feature in Find My enables you to share the location of a lost AirTag or another item tracked by Find My with anyone, including airlines. #JimmyTechTips #FindMy #AppleTips

https://jimmytechsf.com/with-ios-18-2-and-later-you-can-share-the-location-of-lost-items-in-find-my/

Apple has released iOS 18.4, macOS 15.4, and lots more. Time to update!

https://jimmytechsf.com/apple-releases-ios-18-4-macos-15-4-more/

Have you or a loved one used 23andMe to check out your DNA? Delete your account before your data is auctioned off! #JimmyTechTips #23andMe #DNAprivacy #GeneticData #CyberSecurity #DataBreach

https://jimmytechsf.com/why-you-should-delete-your-23andme-data-now/

Apple HomePods can recognize the sound of a nearby smoke or carbon monoxide alarm and notify your iPhone, alerting you when you’re away. #JimmyTechTips #iPhoneTips #AppleTips #HomePod

https://jimmytechsf.com/homepods-can-alert-you-of-smoke-and-carbon-monoxide-alarms/

You can now create a link directly to text anywhere on a Web page with the handy Copy Link to Highlight command in many Web browsers. Here’s how to do it. #JimmyTechTips #iPhoneTips #MacTips #AppleTips #AppleSafari

https://jimmytechsf.com/create-links-to-selected-text-in-long-web-pages/