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Ripping Audio From Video Files In OS X [Video How-To]

AudioVideoQuickTime X in OS X includes quite a few hidden gems to make previously tedious tasks simple. One great example is it’s built in ability to rip audio from nearly any video file. In this video, that’s exactly what I’ll show you how to...

How To Delete Audiobooks Directly From Your iOS Device [iOS Tip]

delete-audiobooks-iosOne of the nifty little features in Apple’s iOS operating system is the ability to “swipe to delete” certain items. You can use the gesture to remove songs, podcasts, videos, text messages, emails, and more from your device, but for some bizarre reason, not...

Save iCloud Storage By Managing Your Backups On Your iOS Device [iOS Tip]

camera-roll-iCloud-syncYesterday we showed you how to conserve iCloud storage space by removing old backups from your iOS device. But what if you don’t have old backups eating up your storage, and you’re still going over your limit? Today’s tip will show you how to...

Making Hidden Folders In OS X [Video How-To]

FolderMaking hidden folders in Mac OS X isn’t an easily accessible command for the average user. Unlike most parts of Mac OS X, it’s not just one or two clicks away. In this video, I’ll show you how can make hidden folders to keep...

How To Delete iCloud Backups On Your iOS Device [iOS Tip]

delete-iCloud-backup-iPhoneThanks to iCloud and iOS 5, we no longer have to plug our iOS devices into our computers to back them up. With iCloud backups enabled, all of our precious data is sent to the cloud and is easily retrievable when we need it —...

Can I Merge Mac User Accounts After a Time Machine Restore? [Ask MacRx]

Time-Machine-User-Accounts.jpgAsk MacRx took a hiatus for a few weeks in December but we’re back for 2012 and here to help try and answer more of your Mac and iDevice questions. Today we hear from a reader who has more user accounts than desired after...

Reopen Recently Closed Tabs In Mobile Safari On Your iPad [iOS Tip]

recently-closed-tabs-ipadToday’s tip is a simple one, but it fixes one of the most frustrating things that can happen when you’re browsing the web — especially on an iOS device. Have you ever hit your iPad’s display accidentally while browsing the web and closed a...

See How Much Storage Space Your iOS Apps Are Using On Documents & Data [iOS Tip]

mainWhen we install new apps on our iOS devices, they don’t just take up the storage space needed for the app itself, but they also consume space needed for storing “documents & data.” This can be all sorts of things, including save files for...

How To Jailbreak iOS 5.0.1 On Your iPad, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS or iPod Touch [Jailbreak Superguide]

The Redsn0w software by DevTeam has always allowed you to jailbreak your iOS device, giving you complete control over your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch (see why you should jailbreak here). This morning, though, redsn0w version 0.9.1ob1 was released with iOS 5 support, meaning you can now jailbreak...

Apple delivers much-needed clarity regarding iTunes Match

Apple's iTunes Match is a great, but potentially hard-to-grasp service, and many people have questions. That's why it's welcome that Apple introduced an instructional page detailing exactly what iTunes Match provides and how it works over the holiday weekend.

Get Started With Your New iPad — The Right Way [Setup Guide]

ipadJust got an iPad for the holidays? You lucky sod! You scored the crown jewel, the Big Tamale — the most marvelous gadget Apple has ever made. Yes, go ahead, pick up its slim aluminum frame and dive right in — Steve knew that’s...

Get Started With Your New Mac – The Right Way [Setup Guide]

migrationassistantWere you very good this year? Did Santa spoil you, and did you find yourself opening up a brand new Mac under the Christmas tree this morning? Congratulations, we’re jealous… but not so jealous that we aren’t eager to teach you how to get...