Articles by Chris Hoffman

How to listen to text messages on iPhone

By Chris Hoffman last updated 11 November 21

iOS Tips Change a text message into an audio message with a simple command.

How to stop iTunes automatic downloads

By Chris Hoffman last updated 9 November 21

Mac & iOS Tips Don't want your music downloaded to your Apple device? There's a simple fix for that

How to mute (or enable) the Mac startup sound

By Cory Bohon, Chris Hoffman last updated 8 November 21

Mac Tips Take control of that familiar Mac startup chime.

How to show or hide file extensions in Mac OS X

By Chris Hoffman last updated 5 November 21

Mac Tips Whether you want them there or want them gone, here's the simple way to deal with file extensions in Mac OS X.

An Apple fan's guide to surviving Black Friday

By Chris Hoffman published 14 November 16

Deals Follow these steps, Apple enthusiasts, for a relaxing and bargain-filled Black Friday.

State of the Gaming Union Address - Nintendo

By Chris Hoffman published 27 January 16

Nintendo gamers unite! Blockbuster franchises and new hardware highlight an exciting year in store for Nintendo.

iPhone 7 dual rear cameras could vastly improve your photos

By Chris Hoffman published 7 January 16

A new patent application indicates optical zoom and more may be on the way.

Razer doesn't want you to call its new Nabu a smartwatch

By Chris Hoffman published 6 January 16

CES 2016 Razer's Nabu Watch offers fitness tracking, notifications and more.

iPhone sales are reportedly on the decline, but why?

By Chris Hoffman published 6 January 16

Decreased expectations for iPhone 6S and 6S Plus are the latest stumbling blocks for Apple.

How to use Windows 10 on a Mac

By Chris Hoffman published 17 December 15

Mac Tips Yes, you can run Windows 10 on a Mac. Here are the best ways to do it.

iOS 9.2 tips and tricks

By Chris Hoffman published 12 December 15

iOS Tips Learn to use the new features of Apple Music, News, iBooks, and more.

iOS 9 News app: How to get the best news fast

By Chris Hoffman published 12 December 15

Updated The News app is one of the big new features of iOS 9. Here's how to make the most of it!

iPad Pro tips and tricks

By Gareth Beavis, Matt Hanson, Chris Slate, Chris Hoffman published 11 November 15

Get the most out of Apple's new super tablet, the iPad Pro, with these tips and tricks.

How to use text shortcuts on Mac

By Cory Bohona, Chris Hoffman published 11 November 15

Mac Tips With text shortcuts, you can expand a few keyboard strokes into your most-used phrases.

Download iOS 9 to give your iPhone the middle finger (emoji)

By Chris Hoffman published 21 October 15

Live Photos improvements, new emoji, new wallpaper, and plenty of bug fixes are part of iOS 9.1.

How to delete all email in iOS 9

By Chris Hoffman published 22 September 15

Updated iPhone users have been asking for a quick way to delete all emails. With iOS 9, it's no problem.

iOS 9 Maps: Access public transit directions and more

By Chris Hoffman published 21 September 15

iOS Tips Finally, public transit options have been added to Apple Maps in iOS 9. Here's how to use them.

How to use iPhone and iPad text shortcuts

By Chris Hoffman published 21 August 15

iOS Tips Use this tip to type out your most-used phrases with just a couple of button presses

How to forward text messages on iPhone

By Chris Hoffman published 31 July 15

iOS Tips No need to cut and paste! There's an easy way to pass along text messages that are on your iPhone.

How to lock your Mac using OS X Yosemite

By Chris Hoffman published 30 July 15

Mac Tips Don't let your Mac sit there unsecured. Here's how to quickly lock it with a password when you leave it unattended.

How to zoom in on a Mac

By Chris Hoffman published 24 July 15

Mac Tips Follow these simple steps to take a zoomed-in closer look at your Mac's screen.

10 must-see Nintendo games from E3 2015

By Chris Hoffman published 16 June 15

E3 2015 Nintendo knows what its fans like, and these titles don't disappoint.

How Nintendo can win the battle of E3 2015

By Chris Hoffman published 13 June 15

Battle of E3 With innovation, diversity and unexpected announcements about popular series, Nintendo could pull off the upset victory.