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Tracking app battery use on iOS 8

iOS 8 has been released, and for those who have an iPad 2 and newer, you have likely already upgraded. While the latest version of iOS does bring some great changes, there are reports that older devices have seen a dramatic increase in battery drain. This is never ideal, especially when you might expect a… Continue reading Tracking app battery use on iOS 8

Which apps drain iPad’s battery?

For iPad 2 and newer users, you are likely already aware of the fact that iOS 8 has been released, and are probably already using it. While the new version of the popular system introduces a number of great changes and features, there has been reports that the update has led to some older devices… Continue reading Which apps drain iPad’s battery?

Looking at OS X Energy Saver

Both desktop and laptop computers are essential to any business, but many of us know that these devices can use a lot of power, especially laptops which also need to charge batteries. While these machines are getting more and more energy efficient, many developers like Apple have introduced energy saving functions. If you use an… Continue reading Looking at OS X Energy Saver

OS X 101: Energy Saver

Over the past decade or so, Apple’s laptops have become increasingly popular with business users. From the svelte Macbook Air to the powerful MacBook Pro, you can guarantee that at least one person in your office has a Mac laptop in the house. As with all laptops you will want to configure how the device… Continue reading OS X 101: Energy Saver

Saving energy on your Mac

From the Macbook Pro to the light Macbook Air, Apple’s laptops have become a popular device for many business users. As with all other laptops, these devices can run on battery power and being able to conserve this is worth knowing about. In fact, with all Apple computers there is an energy management feature that… Continue reading Saving energy on your Mac

New iPhones coming soon!

Many Apple fans eagerly anticipate Apple’s various product announcements. On September 9, the company held a mobile-centric event where they announced not one, but two new iPhones, a smartwatch, and a few new features for iOS 8. If you didn’t catch it at the time, here is a brief overview of the features and devices… Continue reading New iPhones coming soon!

Apple announces new devices

September 9 was a day eagerly anticipated by many Apple fans, largely because it was the day the company held their nearly annual announcement of new devices. This year the company announced not only two new iPhones but also a new smartwatch and some new iOS 8 features. If you missed the news then here… Continue reading Apple announces new devices

Apple’s new mobile phones

For many Apple fans, September 9 was a big day; possibly the biggest day of the year. This was the day Apple announced not only new iPhones, but also a new smartwatch and some interesting changes to the upcoming update to iOS 8. If you missed the news then here is a quick overview of… Continue reading Apple’s new mobile phones

Subscribe to Office 365 from iPad

A common feature in many new apps is enabling users to purchase or subscribe to features in-app. This is especially true for developers like Microsoft and their Office for iPad apps which require a subscription in order to use the full versions. In a recent announcement from the Redmond tech giant, Office for iPad users… Continue reading Subscribe to Office 365 from iPad

Office apps for iPad updated

Earlier this year, software giant Microsoft released iPad specific Office apps, which many iPad users have been eagerly awaiting. While these apps bring full-versions of the four most popular Office programs to the iPad, you do need an Office 365 account in order to get the most out of them. Microsoft has also recently updated… Continue reading Office apps for iPad updated