#how to sync apple library

[latestnews69]

The 'apple library' with a lost world on its limbs

The explosion of crisp, commercial apple varieties in the last century doomed many other breeds into obscurity. But in a field in Kent in the UK, some of them live on.

A few miles from the sea in Kent in the south of England, hedges of hazel, ivy and briar stand like ramparts separating kingdoms of fruit.

In one field are quinces, dense as golden anvils. Nearby are grey medlars, hard and sour. Pears gleam through red leaves. But the real stars are the apples – more than 4,000 trees, of more than 2,000 varieties. Their fruit clusters along wand-like branches and carpets the ground in a fragrant layer of softly rotting flesh. They smell of a thousand warm afternoons spent snacking in a hammock or up a tree. I kneel under the branches of a particularly laden tree to find the label with the name. It reads, aptly: "Weight."

This is the United Kingdom's National Fruit Collection, a living repository of apples once grown in the British Isles, as well as other fruit. It is not the only apple library out there. The USDA's Plant Genetic Resources Unit in Geneva, New York, and New Zealand's Plant & Food Research's collection, among others, host thousands of apple varieties Rea more

[welcometoteyvat]

society moved on too quickly from furina's demo

[b-blushes]

hello people who know about technology, can anyone please tell me how we're putting cds onto our macbooks/iphones in the year 2025 and being able to listen to the songs? (normally people are v kind to me when i ask 'silly' questions on here but just in case, I am literally asking this question, i know about for example buying digital music or about the concept of not using apple devices :P) i have a 2014 macbook air running big sur (the most recent update i can get for it), and itunes match, and allegedly this will mean i can put a cd on my laptop using my superdrive and then it appears in 'music' (like, the program (?) for music on apple thingys, not apple music the subscription service that i don't pay for) on my laptop (this has happened, i can play and see it on my laptop) and it also should be on all my devices, but i just put a cd on my laptop yesterday and it's not syncing to my phone! if i connect my phone to the laptop it tells me i can't click and drag the files there because "Some files were not copied to the iPhone because Cloud Music Library is enabled on this iPhone." this is making me feel frustrated because if this is true why are u not putting the songs on there icloud (:< my laptop is doing the loading wheel forever 'updating cloud library this may take several minutes' for hours (i've been trying since yesterday), my sync settings are on for my phone and my laptop. when i look at the status of my songs in my library on my laptop it says 'waiting' for this cd, idk what is the problemmmmmm i wanna listen to my music!!!!! is there anything i'm missing does anyone know? i don't understand :(

[theirall]

How to add music to an IPod

IMPORTANT NOTE!!: This is just a tutorial for Windows. I believe this is no longer able to be done on Mac since apple has gotten rid of itunes. I might be wrong though!

Adding music to an iPod might seem a bit confusing, if you found your old iPod or just bought a used one, it’s really a piece of cake!

Step 1: The first step is picking out the song you want to add to your ipod. I find my songs on youtube! Copy the link to whatever song you picked out. (Hit share and copy link in the video description)

Step 2: Now, you want to grab the link and place it into a link-> Mp3 converter. This is a crucial step because if you don’t do this you won’t be able to upload anything to itunes. Sites such as Okmusi and Cobalt work great.

Step 3: This step isn’t entirely necessary but I recommend creating a folder to store these mp3 files in your files app just to make later steps easier. I named my folder music so I know where to find the files.

Step 4: Now that you have this mp3 file for whatever song you have chosen. You need to download itunes. This is a easy step, just go on your browser and go to the itunes website and follow the steps to download. You will need to set up an account but this takes two seconds to do so don’t worry.

Step 5: Now that you have downloaded itunes, you need to add your ipod to the devices tab. This step is also quite easy. All you have to do is plug in your ipod to your computer or laptop. To do this you have to use the cable your ipod came with (the same one you use to charge it). Then if you go to the devices tab under “file” your ipod should show right up! This is because of the sync you have made with the cable. As long as you have the ipod plugged in and the itunes app opened, you will see a large section named “ipod” on the left side of your screen.

Step 6: Alrighty! Now you are ready to add your music, finally I know. So what you have to do now is go back to the file tab but this time hit “add to folder” and it will prompt you to choose out of your files, this is where you’re gonna pick the folder you made from the earlier steps. This will add these music files into your unties library.

* you may notice that these new songs in your library have no cover or artist name, this is completely normal. you will need to complete this yourself, though it’s not nescarry for the music to work, it does make it look better on the iPod. You can download the album art online and upload it on the song. you can also type in the artist, song name, and album name manually.

Step 7: Don’t worry we’re almost there! Now what you are going to do is take these new songs in your library and drag them into your iPod(the section on the left side of the screen I mentioned before).

Step 8: MUSIC! To check that you properly uploaded your music to the iPod is by ejecting (remember ejecting your iPod is very important, please don’t just rip the cable out when you’re done. that will cause major damage to your iPod.) You should have your new music on your iPod available.

HAPPY LISTENING.

Disclaimer: This is an overview of the steps to do this. I definitely reccomend reading other information and watching videos on how to do this task. I reccomend youtube videos and tiktoks to help you with this journey!

Dividers by Dollywons

[ilyastudies]

I saw that you use a tablet, a desktop, and paper notes. How do you conciliate those notes?

Is there a mechanism of making primary notes on one resource and then passing those notes to other while reviewing them?

hi! thanks so much for asking! here are my favorite methods for sharing notes between devices :). i personally have apple devices so i can fairly easily airdrop and sync things between devices, but i also frequently work at the library desktop computers where i can't do that! so here's my tips and tricks for sharing notes between devices

for context: i've been mostly doing digital notetaking recently, but i also like to scan my paper notes as well!

i'm going to be dividing this post into 2 methods! (there will be some overlap). syncing already written notes and syncing notes (in progress) between devices

for already written notes:

the first step i would take is export your notes as a pdf or any other file type. if they're handwritten try going into your notes app (for ios) or downloading a pdf scanner app for your phone! if your notes are digital check the sharing options in your app to see if there's anything about "exporting".

personally, i like to use either discord or notion. i have created a discord server with only myself that i use just for sharing links/files/anything between devices! i like discord because there's apps for pc, mac, tablets, and phones; and even a web app! discord is really nice and fast, and you can make different channels (as pictured below) for organization. as long as your file size isn't too big, you should be fine.

my second app i like to use is notion! notion is such a beast in itself, but i like to use it to upload files and images and links! below are two ways i have used it: to upload pdfs/files, and to upload goodnotes (my notetaking app) links to the pages i'm writing on! similar to discord, notion has apps for all devices, but it also works great just by itself on the website (no app required)! it's really great to access it from all my devices.

another way you could share your notes on different devices is through the cloud! (yes, discord and notion are both through the cloud). google drive, microsoft onedrive, icloud storage, etc. are great tools that you can use to upload files and see on multiple devices. i personally like discord and notion more, just because they're already apps i frequently use, but if you can't get either one cloud-based storage platforms are also a great idea! they definitely have more security than discord or notion, because your files may be at risk of being deleted!

for the purposes of sharing notes to reference on another device when writing an essay, or something of similar vain, i really love discord and/or notion and they both work great!

for syncing notes in real time:

pretty similar to the last one, i would say notion or google docs (or microsoft word on the web i believe has similar functionality, or onenote, anything similar!)

if you want to be writing notes on one device and have them sync up quickly on another - i think any word processing software is the best bet for you.

both notion and google docs you can access them on any device, and/or on their websites too!

google docs is a lot more straightforward, but since notion is so powerful it provides a lot of flexibility for your notes! here's an (old) example of notes i've taken on notion. (i personally really like how easy it is to make columns!)

i hope this helped a little bit! please let me know if you have any more questions :)

also! notetaking is very much an individual thing, if something works for me and doesn't work for you - that's okay! we're all learning and just have to figure out what's best for ourselves.

[dottie-wan-kenobi]

how NOT to pirate music (simple)

With Spotify having tons of issues with taking music off its platform and not paying artists, and with both Spotify and Apple Music costing ridiculous amounts of money, AND with YouTube fighting with adblockers and literally costing you more money depending on what device you're buying Premium on -- you might be considering pirating music.

This is a very simple guide on how NOT to do that.

Pick a song. If possible, find a audio only or lyric video so it's ONLY the song and doesn't include silence or things like MV scenes

Find it on YouTube and use this YouTube to MP3 site: https://y232.live/ (or any YT to MP3 converter that works, but this one has no ads!)

If the song isn't on YouTube, google "[website] video to mp3 converter". Use caution when using these sites because they often have a lot of pop-up ads!!

Download it. You can name the file whatever you want, but things will be much easier for you if you name it something similar to the song title

Download a music sorting software. I use iTunes but there's also MusicBee which is free and does a lot of the same things. If you have other recommendations please share!

Upload the file(s) to the software.

Edit it to have the proper song name and artist name. Or name it whatever you want. This is the only real important part when it comes to organization. iTunes and MusicBee also give the options to list things like the album name, album artist, year, genre, etc. MusicBee lets you add tags as well and even list the language of the song.

Click play and enjoy!

(Re: downloading music to your phone, iTunes makes it very easy to sync your music library with your Apple Devices, but I'm still playing around with MusicBee so I'm not sure what capabilities it has yet. I've heard of another app called MediaMonkey which I believe is supposed to sync to Apple and Android devices but I can't say for sure)

This may seem like a lot of work (hypothetically of course), but having ownership of your own music files is definitely worth it!

[aranarumei]

like obviously “this new and shiny tool will fix me” is usually a lie but like. the value of a really good tool can’t be understated.

I switched from spotify to youtube music a couple of years ago and it is still a struggle for me to adapt systems because the only way playlists are organized are there are by recently saved (hate it, always fucks up my muscle memory) and A - Z because the Z - A filter makes like 20% of my playlists disappear for no good reason. there’s also no folders so I can’t comfortably make a bunch of playlists and make them easy to access anymore. and it’s not like spotify is that great either! adding to playlists on mobile also has them sorted by recently saved, so while I guess it’s nice for people adding music to one playlist, when I’m sorting recent stuff into a bunch of playlists, I can’t rely on muscle memory and have to check my selections each time. I suppose it’s nice you can add a song to multiple playlists these days, but the UI display no longer shows if a song is in your liked songs or just in one of your playlists, which was really important for how I organized stuff.

and it’s like, yeah, I could be using itunes to organize my mp3s, and that is what I do, but it takes a while for me to like. go search out and listen to new music and then get it on itunes. which it’s not built for. and the syncing process can get incredibly frustrating, especially with playlists, which are always making copies of each other for some reason? also the apple music app fucking sucks. why is the default filter when I search through the apple music library and not my own? you also can’t custom order your playlists. but any other “free” version that’ll host and organize your mp3s frankly sucks in comparison. sigh.

like… part of improving on digital art was just consistent practice, sure, but some of that was also giving in and getting procreate instead of using the free version of medibang paint.

[teecupangel]

What are your favorite 3-5 things about each Assassin's Creed game (can be anything from design, graphics, story, characters etc.) and some things you hate about each? (And tag some friends to share as well!)

I will try to keep these as short as possible.

Assassin’s Creed

What I love:

Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad

The atmosphere and setting

The focus on the mystery for both the Third Crusades and the Modern Day

Everything the Rafiq of Damascus says

What I hate:

THERE IS NO SUBTITLE. Who in Ubisoft thought that would be a fucking good idea???

Altaïr can’t swim and I have accidentally made him jump into the waters more times than I can count.

At least tell me which part of the map I haven’t gotten the goddamn flag is.

Assassin’s Creed 2

What I love:

The prologue with the Auditores. It really makes the tragedy all the more impactful.

Armor of Altaïr!

That one trick where you can snipe your target from the rooftops by killing other guards and making him go to that specific location. XD

Punch out with the pope in Vatican.

Desmond kicking ass in the ending.

What I hate:

Fuck you Thieves’ Guild Challenges and your fucking time limits.

Actually, fuck all time limit based challenges, I’m talking to you, yeah, you, Assassin Tombs challenges. If it wasn’t for my desire to have the Armor of Altaïr and getting the plat I would have had the strength to ignore you.

Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood

What I love:

Assassin recruits and how they can do your job for you.

I will forever love how my friend tried to get me to play AC Brotherhood by showing me how I can whack people using a broom XD

Claudia becoming an Assassin <3

What I hate:

The fall of Monteriggioni TTATT

The loss of the Armor of Altaïr TTATT

Fuck you, Cesare.

Assassin’s Creed Revelations

What I love:

Altaïr.

Darim.

Altaïr being an old man going for a walk while Masyaf is under attack and just summoning ghost Assassins to take care of the Mongols XD

All of Altaïr’s memory seals in general.

Ezio’s new outfit. Fuuurrrr.

That CGI opening. Say what you want about Ubisoft, they’re one of video game companies who make the best CGI videos and trailers.

Ezio singing in that minstrel outfit XD

Ezio finally seeing Desmond’s ‘picture’

What I hate:

Yusuf’s death TTATT

Sofia ending up as a damsel in distress in the final act. At least she got to drive the getaway wagon.

Altaïr dying all alone in an empty library TTATT

Assassin’s Creed 3

What I love:

Ratonhnhaké:ton, precious boi

Ratonhnhaké:ton and Haytham having different counters and finishers. It really shows how different they move and fight.

Being able to play as Desmond!

Desmond using the Apple to force the guards to kill Vidic then using it on anyone who tries to attack him.

What I hate:

That board game. I never understood how to play it.

The unchangeable end of Ratonhnhaké:ton’s people.

William Miles in general.

Juno in general.

The ending TTATT

Assassin’s Creed Black Flag

What I love:

100% sync means Edward must pickpocket the Templars while they were talking about their plans which meant he canonically pickpocket’ed them.

Sea shanties.

The sailing gameplay in general.

Freedom Cry!

What I hate:

Blackbeard’s and Mary’s death.

I love how this shows the end of the Pirates’ Golden Age but goddamn, I hate how most of them died. I cried at the ending when Anne was singing and it shows all the friends they lost.

The reminder that even that hopeful ending of Edward and Jenny sailing back to England and the epilogue with young Haytham is nothing but a prologue to the tragedy that would soon follow Haytham’s childhood.

Assassin’s Creed Rogue

What I love:

Mortars. Rain of fire! Just keep firing mortars while strafing even if Morrigan is underleveled!

Grenade launcher and just berserking everyone and letting them take care of everything.

Hope Jensen and her Assassin robes.

What I hate:

How Shay wouldn’t have defected if they had just all sat down and fucking talked to one another.

Fucking pigeons.

Hope’s death TTATT

Adéwalé’s death TTATT

Learning my PS4 controller cannot fully tilt so Shay was never sprinting after I almost gave up on the final mission because I couldn’t catch up to Liam and I only knew about it after switching to the controller that never recognize me pressing the ‘down’ button ever and finally seeing Shay sprint for the first time.

Assassin’s Creed Unity

What I love:

Arno, the poor wet silly man.

How it shows a different kind of Assassins and Templars with the Assassins actually trying to stop the revolution while the Templars are off having a civil war with the moderates and the radicals.

The detective sidequests.

How Paris changes as the main story is progressed and the Revolution starts in full swing.

Getting the Eagle of Suger before finishing the main game and dlc and using it to make open combat easier (and one I usually wrongly write as Sugar)

What I hate:

Germaine as the final antagonist felt meh for me.

The cliché love interest dies in his arms that Ubisoft is very fond of.

Being unable to see the most horrifying glitches first hand XD

Okay, in all seriousness, how the whole trailer of Arno and the three Assassins was just a promotion for the multiplayer aspect. It would have been nice if they were part of the storyline as well.

Chevalier de Leon being a sidequest character only :(

Assassin’s Creed Syndicate

What I love:

Evie and her chameleon stealth skill XD

Jack the Ripper DLC

Everything about the Kenway manor.

Desmond the Dog <3

Lydia’s missions and the map.

What I hate:

Having to get 1st place on the carriage horses to get the platinum

The ending of the modern day where Rebecca gets shot and it's just… taken care of in the background later on.

This being the final game we see Juno being a threat and then she gets off’ed in the comics.

Assassin’s Creed Origins

What I love:

Bayek in general

Bayek using the Apple to bash a man’s head repeatedly

The cat sidequest XD

The fact that you can do the loot boxes using ingame currencies that they never implemented in Odyssey or Valhalla.

Discovery Mode.

Unicamel

What I hate:

Khemu’s death :(

Cleopatra betraying them. I knew it was going to happen, I still hated it though.

Ubisoft deciding to change how Amunet killed Cleopatra from actively killing her to just handing her the poison so she could kill herself.

Not being able to change Aya’s gear in her missions. I’d even be okay to locking it so I can only pick the so many twin daggers I have in my inventory!

Assassin’s Creed Odyssey

What I love:

Kassandra shoving the cyclop’s eye in a goat’s ass and having a trophy pop up if you kill the actual goat and get the eye back.

Barnabas

The fire armor and weapon set that lets me kill enemies 10+ levels above me by just watching them burn.

The 'you fucked my padre and killed my madre' sidequest

What I hate:

Brasidas’ death TTATT

Phoebe’s death TTATT

I am so tired of the portrayal of Hades and Persephone’s relationship as being toxic and abusive.

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla

What I love:

Hytham

Being able to upgrade Ravensthorpe.

Orlog… I don’t know why but I enjoyed it.

France DLC with the semi-sandbox way you can assassinate targets.

What I hate:

Fuck the rock physics of this game.

The reason they decided to give Eivor so she would leave Ravensthorpe in the final chapter.

Actually, Final Chapter in general. The only thing I enjoyed in that one is learning Hytham is now teaching his own recruits.

Ragnarok DLC being a separate DLC that isn’t covered by the Season Pass.

(I haven’t finished Mirage yet so I can’t add it here, sorry)

uuuhhh, I guess I'll tag... @saberamane, and @thedragonqueen1998?

[netscapenavigator-official]

How do u like jellyfin? I've been using kodi since i've been looking for something more featured than VLC for browsing media but it feels bloated and makes wayyy to many internet connections automatically for me to really enjoy it or feel safe running it on any device that seeds torrents. I'm strongly considering jellyfin since I despise plex and ember is proprietary.

It’s the only media server software I’ve ever used, so I don’t have any points of comparison. Also, a transparency preface, the device my server is hosted on is an M1 Apple iMac that's running up-to-date macOS (as of the time of writing, that’s macOS Sonoma 14.1), so as always, your mileage could always vary on other operating systems and chipset architectures.

I also view content exclusively via the iOS app, Apple TV app, and Firefox for Linux x86-64, all of which I’ve never had a problem with.

For the most part, however, I haven’t had any complaints. I keep all of my content on a 2TB USB External HDD that I bought from Walmart. It stays plugged into the computer 24/7, and all I had to do was tell Jellyfin where the files were, which you have to do regardless of where they are.

I’m not an advanced user by any means. I’d love to get outside network support going, but even that is proving too intimidating for me. I probably don’t take advantage of most of the advanced features, either. From my experience with Jellyfin, though, it does what I wanted it to: allow me to view my videos and photos without having to download them onto my phone. I have three users set up (including the one mandatory admin profile), and that’s probably the most non-out-of-the-box thing I’ve done.

The only issue I’ve had is that if your host device loses power (or somehow force shutsdown or crashes without first properly quitting the Jellyfin app) during a library sync (which can take a long time if you’ve added a lot of data at once and are running it off an external HDD), the on-device database file seems to corrupt easily. When this database file gets corrupted, it makes the Jellyfin app panic and shutdown without actually closing the app. As a result, the app looks like it’s running properly, but when you try to access it from anywhere, it’ll fail to load. You have to check the .txt file logs to actually see the panic code and shutdown command. I’ve had that happen twice, and it isn’t very pleasant. Luckily, I also use macOS’s Time Machine feature, so I had plenty of backups. However, it is annoying to have to sort that out, and if you didn’t have backups, you’d basically have to restart the server from scratch. Your content would be fine, but all of your manual IMDb data, custom thumbnails, reported file locations, etc. would be factory reset.

Of course, if you’re running the server on something with a backup power supply or a built-in battery, that eliminates a lot of the risk. The iMac I run my server on also acts as a secondary computer, for me. So I'm also at a heightened risk of crashing and whatnot. If you had a dedicated server computer that did nothing but act as your Jellyfin server, that'd also probably help alleviate some risk.

The extent of my daily use of Jellyfin is constantly playing ambient music from an old iPad next to my stereo, and occasionally viewing images and videos from my phone or laptop. I’m certainly not a power user, but for me, I’ve never had any reason to dislike Jellyfin, so I don’t exactly have a desire to go looking for an alternative. It does what I need it to do, and it does it smoothly, simply, and reliably.

If you're looking for a more advanced user's opinion, however, I'm afraid you've come to the wrong blog.

[pleuvoire]

everyone's like "stop using spotify just pirate things and go on bandcamp" well half or more of the music i listen to (including all my most favorite artists) is foreign and not on bandcamp so there goes that. as for piracy. my problem here is. here is how to add a song to your library when pirating, in my experience:

be on your computer

find it on youtube

download it youtube to mp3

open up the song info and add in all the title artist album etc information and preferably also the album cover

do this for the next song and the next

after you've done enough of these run a sync between computer and phone

i don't even know if apple music lets you do this anymore though it's been years

here is how to add a song to your library on spotify:

be on your computer or phone either is good

search it on spotify

click like

you see my conundrum here especially when it comes to wanting to save large amounts of songs at a time and btw i have executive dysfunction. what am i supposed to do about this. sorry if this reveals me as a tech-illiterate gen-z-er

[sunnie-angel]

sunnie sweetheart!!! logging in momentarily to check up on you,,, how are you angel? how’s life treating you? how are the vibes in the jaysun and sunford households? sending you endless kisses and flowers baby mwahhh <333

gonna be so real ariel honey, midterms (and some very petty friend drama) have been killing me. the light is starting to appear at the end of the tunnel but i am dragging myself hand over hand to get there.

anyway! sending you a warm drink and a lovely day your way 💕 as for jaysun and sunford….

literally keeping jason chained to the kitchen with all my requests for baked goods with apples in them. he doesn’t mind, he uses them as bribes to tear me away from studying and to try out new recipes. i keep stealing his thick sweaters because something about going full study gremlin mode in a big cosy sweater that smells like him that feels less soul sucking. the row of us have synced up our terrible sleep schedules; he’s getting back from patrol in the early morning just when i’m finishing my work so at least we go to bed together?

with sunford, very much settling into new routines. a while back i answered an ask (from ro i think?) about moving with conrad and it basically played out exactly like that irl 😅. it’s his first time away from his family so everything is new and shiny and his excitement is catching. he gets me to leave my desk (and the library. and the coworking cafe) to go enjoy something new in the city together. he’s got a whole itinerary planned out, has all of his must do activities sorted by time and energy so it doesn’t feel like an imposition to ask me to do things with him when i’m so busy.

[nickgerlich]

Take My Money

Like the flu in winter spreading from person to person, it seems that all of the streaming services have the same bug: It’s time to increase prices. It starts with one—usually Netflix—testing the waters, and if there is little or no pushback, then the others get the same bug.

Of course, inflation is blamed for the need to do so, not to mention the screenwriters’ and actors’ strikes and subsequent agreements that are increasing costs for movies and shows.

But if everyone’s doing it, why not join the party?

And so we find Spotify raising its prices again, rolling out a $1-$2 monthly subscription price increase first in the UK, Australia, and Pakistan, and then later this year, in the US. Spotify also plans to add another pricing tier to entice budget-minded customers. Overall, though, Spotify claims the price increases are needed to be able to support its recent audiobook initiative. What gets lost in the current conversation is that Spotify raised prices $2 last year as well.

How long until Apple Music raises its prices? We can start taking bets now. I bet it won’t be long.

Even though regular price increases can become annoying, especially when we have numerous streaming subscriptions, they are still a bargain. If you offset your streaming subs by cutting the cord with your cable or satellite provider, the a la carte system is perfectly scalable to match budgets and interests.

Since audio streaming is just as competitive as video streaming, it means that the players must continually up their game, which translates into adding services and content. Podcasts, and now audiobooks, cost money, and someone has to pay for it. Spotify also plans to add a top-tier level which features higher quality audio than available on other plans.

Naturally, investors were pleased with the announcement, and Spotify shares jumped 8%. It may seem counter-intuitive, but investors generally like price increases, as well as layoffs and store closures…basically, anything that will ultimately pad the bottom line. Given that Spotify has never posted a profit since it went public in 2018, investors are hopeful this might be a push in the right direction.

Now consider the fact that we no longer need to purchase tangible media. All those CDs and DVDs you bought are obsolete and taking up space in your house, attic, or garage. I’m saving money even with all of my streaming subs, plus I get access to a content library that I could never begin to duplicate on my own.

There is an alternative to streaming audio, of course, and it is SXM Radio. They have a monopoly on satellite content, the result of the 2008 merger of XM Radio (founded in 2001) and Sirius (launched in 2002). SXM does not allow users to select specific content, only stations, while Spotify gives users complete control. I have both SXM and Spotify, and get my money’s worth out of both, but my usage depends on what I am doing and where I am going.

For example, I listen to podcasts on Spotify when I am on my daily walks, but SXM when driving locally. When on longer road trips, though, I listen to a mix of both, using Bluetooth to sync my phone to my van’s audio system. Unlimited data plans for cell phones make this possible. I have fading memories of lugging small crates of CDs on road trips, and do not miss those days at all.

The broader question for everyone in the room, from customers to providers, is how long these price increases can keep up until the customers revolt. It is not much different from going to Disney, which keeps raising prices. Folks complain, but they pay it anyway, because they feel like they are still getting value for their dollar.

How much value do you get from your subs, though? I realize these are very different experiences, Disney being a very temporary situation—a vacation—with streaming being daily consumables. Still, money is money, and we’re not exactly made of it. I never could get that tree to grow in my backyard. Two dollars every year adds up, and multiplies like rabbits across all of your subs.

With about a thousand hours a year listening to Spotify alone, I feel like I am getting more than my money’s worth. If I have to cut back somewhere, I’ll just tote my lunch to work a little more, eat out less, whatever it takes to keep the books balanced. The same goes for all of my other subs. As long as the value exceeds the cost, I’m good.

Just don’t share that flu bug with me.

Dr “Turn It Up” Gerlich

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A number of these I can’t help you with. But I can help with a few. Taking the phone button away was definitely a mistake which is why I still have the SE, the only model that still has it. If you already have yours, returning it and getting a different one is a hassle and your only option if you want the home button.

You absolutely can put MP3 files on there. I do have an Apple computer so it already had the music app but it’s fairly simple to move MP3 files. You also absolutely do not need the paid apple music account. There should a be a file called "Automatically Add to Music" copy all your MP3s into the folder and it will add them to your music library. Copy, not move. In my experience, it sometimes loses files so you want a backup somewhere. From Music, it should be pretty simple to connect your phone and sync it but if you are having trouble with that, someone who can see it will help better.

iTunes is now defunct so you have to move it to the Music app. I don't know how to do that, it happened before my time but there should be plenty of resources for it.

Some apps that come with the phone can't be deleted, most of them can be deleted entirely though. I think, not certain, what they mean by app library is that it keeps track of which ones you've already bought, even free apps, so if you delete a paid app, you can redownload it without having to repay for it. You can find your app library by clicking on your profile in the app store. It's all under "Purchased."

If your phone has a charging jack, they do sell wired headphones that connect to that. They also sell a connector from charge to standard headphone jack

iCloud can be told to no save anything in the Apple ID settings. Under iCloud, you can tell it which apps can and can't save stuff there. Turn everything off and you should be ok.

Touch controls will be under accessibility and you can control sensitivity and what not.

I hope this helps.

I just got my first ever iPhone and my god it is terrible, how did they get so popular this thing is a nightmare

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Safari vs Chrome on Mac: Which Browser Works Best for You?

Choosing between Safari and Chrome on macOS isn’t just about aesthetics—it affects battery life, speed, memory usage, and your overall workflow. This guide compares both browsers to help you decide based on real performance and compatibility factors.

1. System Integration and Optimization

Safari, built by Apple, runs on the WebKit engine and is tightly integrated with macOS. This allows for:

Faster loading times on native sites and apps

Smoother animations

Secure integration with Apple Pay and iCloud Keychain

Chrome, which uses the Blink engine, prioritizes cross-platform performance. It works well across macOS, Windows, and Linux—but lacks the deep macOS-specific optimizations, which may impact overall system responsiveness.

If your Mac feels slow overall, you might also want to check out iPhone Black Screen of Death: Causes and Fixes for tips on system-wide performance diagnostics—it applies to Macs too.

2. Memory and CPU Consumption

Safari is more efficient for Mac users:

Consumes less RAM, even with many tabs open

Limits CPU usage for background tabs

Chrome is more powerful but also more demanding:

High RAM use, especially with many extensions

Background tasks that continue running after you close tabs

This becomes critical if you’re using heavy software like Final Cut Pro or Logic Pro X on the same machine.

3. Battery Performance on MacBooks

If you’re working on a MacBook, battery life matters. Safari is built with power efficiency in mind:

Less drain during streaming or long browsing sessions

Minimal background activity

Chrome tends to drain your battery faster due to:

Continuous script execution

Background syncing across open tabs and Google services

4. Extension Ecosystem and Functionality

Chrome wins when it comes to extension variety, offering:

Advanced SEO tools

Web developer utilities

Project management integrations

Safari, while improved in macOS Monterey and later, still has a more curated and limited library. However, it now supports Chrome-style extensions via the same APIs, offering better compatibility than before.

Want to get more out of Safari or Chrome extensions? Learn how system alerts can interrupt browsing in our guide on How to Turn Off SOS on iPhone. Accidental activations from background shortcuts are more common than you think.

5. Security and Privacy Features

Safari is privacy-focused:

Blocks cross-site tracking

Prevents fingerprinting

Uses native iCloud Keychain for secure password storage

Chrome offers Safe Browsing and sandboxing but is deeply tied to Google services, making it less ideal for users prioritizing personal data privacy.

For accessibility and visibility preferences that improve privacy and readability, explore What Does Emphasized Mean on iPhone? Many users overlook these native features.

6. Syncing and Cross-Platform Access

Chrome is ideal if you:

Use Android, Windows, and macOS interchangeably

Need to sync history, bookmarks, extensions, and passwords across all platforms

Safari works seamlessly across Apple devices but is limited to the Apple ecosystem. If you’re a Mac + iPhone + iPad user, Safari’s syncing is smooth and secure.

7. Speed and Web Rendering

Safari is faster at rendering static or image-rich websites

Chrome handles JavaScript-heavy applications (e.g., Google Docs, Figma) better

If you're running productivity apps in-browser or doing live collaboration work, Chrome may offer a performance edge.

8. Safari or Chrome: Use Case Recommendations

Choose Safari if you:

Want maximum battery life

Use Apple-exclusive features like Handoff, AirDrop, and Keychain

Prefer fewer distractions and a lightweight browser setup

Choose Chrome if you:

Rely on browser-based extensions for work

Use multiple platforms (Windows, Android, Linux)

Need powerful web development tools or advanced features

9. Additional Performance Factors on Mac

Even the best browser won’t help if your Mac is underperforming.

Mac running slow?

Clean up your drive and reduce login items

Rebuild app databases like Outlook if it's lagging

Use Smart Previews in Lightroom to speed up editing

Audio not working?

Check output device settings

Reset sound services via Terminal

Troubleshoot Bluetooth or wired device connections

More Mac tips like these are in our piece on MacBook Release Dates in Order, which shows how Apple has improved browser compatibility over time.

10. System-Wide Performance Tips

Free up storage space:

Keep 15–20% of SSD free

Clear caches and uninstall unused apps

Manage startup items:

Go to System Settings → General → Login Items

Disable non-critical apps

Use Activity Monitor:

Track memory and CPU usage

Force-quit resource-heavy apps

Stay updated:

Install macOS and browser updates regularly

Update extensions and plug-ins

Optimize your network:

Switch to faster DNS (e.g., Cloudflare, Google DNS)

Use Ethernet where possible for a stable connection

Final Thoughts on Browser Choice

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer to the Safari vs Chrome debate on Mac. It comes down to what matters most to you:

Safari offers speed, privacy, and efficiency

Chrome offers flexibility, extensibility, and cross-platform syncing

Many users find that a hybrid approach works best—Safari for casual and battery-sensitive use, Chrome for work and development.For more Mac-focused performance guides, browser tips, and system hacks, explore our latest articles on Macswire.

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With so much happening while we are on the move, being able to have access to our photos, documents, and email through a cloud service can be a blessing. And Apple devices’ users get for free 5GB of storage linked to their Apple ID with their Macs, iPhone, iPads or iPods. This tool called iCloud make possible not only to have an updated backup but also to keep all devices in sync. But how to make the best of it? To help you out on it, you will find below 15 tips and tricks to get more out of your iCloud service Make sure it will work One of the biggest mistakes of those using iCloud is to think that it will set itself up on all your devices as soon as you turn them on. Unfortunately, this isn’t how it works. You will need to active the service on your Mac or mobile devices, and ensure that the items you want are synced, just for starters. Turn it into a more friendly virtual folder To make iCloud looks like a more friendly virtual folder, follow these steps: go to iCloud System Preferences and turn on Documents & Data. Then, open the Finder and tap Command + Shift + G. Type ~/Library in the dialogue box. Scroll down the Mobile Documents, where you will be able to drop down your own files and folders from now on. Make sure your Reading List works To make sure that your Reading Lists feature is functioning properly, ensure that Safari is checked in your iCloud settings on your Mac, or that Bookmarks is checked in your iPhone or iPad. It will make them all sync correctly. Free up storage space If your 5G storage space is running low, go to Settings >> iCloud >> Storage >> Manage Storage. There you will be able to see what is taking your space and decide what you might want to delete. And this is just one way to free up storage space in your iCloud. Manual backup If you haven’t been away from a power source or of a Wi-Fi connection for a while, you might want to backup your files manually. In this scenario, tap Back Up Now (located below your toggle switch) and your backup will be started as soon as you are connected to a Wi-Fi connection. Understand what is on your backup Not everything that you have in your devices will be backed up, as you can imagine. Here is what will and won't really be saved for you (if you set it correctly): Yes: The most recent 1,000 photos from your Photo Stream, but only for 30 days; No: the music you sync; No: purchased music, movies, TV shows, apps, and books (only a link to them in iTunes Store, App Store, and iBookstore, respectively, is saved) Be also aware that iCloud storage space is used for iCloud Backup, iCloud Drive, iCloud Photo Library beta, iCloud Mail, and data from apps. Remember that there is a limit to the file size It isn’t only on the storage space limit that you need to keep one eye. There is also a limit to the size of the files themselves, which can't be more than 15 GB each. They can be of any kind, though. Use the extra limit to send large files If you are using the Yosemite's version of Mail and need to send an attachment of more than 40 MB that shouldn’t be shrunk (as in a photo that would lose its quality if you do so), now you can do it with iCloud and Mail Drop features. As iCloud can handle files up to 5GB, your attachment will be “temporarily” stored there while you send it. You will get a warning message the first time you do it, but just ignore it, click on Send and you check the Mail Drop button on the display option you will get. Enable two-step verification to increase security Of course, it sounds very concerning that all your precious data is out there in the cloud available to anybody hack it. But it shouldn’t worry you much. Apple has a very secure system, and some of the best security apps for iPhone and iPad in the market, rest assured. Still, the company suggests that you enable a two-step verification process, so you can decrease the chances of having your Apple ID hacked. After following a few steps, every time you try to log in your Apple ID, you will receive a four-digit code on your trusted device for verification.

Managing iCloud Family Sharing Now is possible to link more than one iCloud account to a single payment method and make the app, music or book purchased available to download for the entire family. All you need to do is go to Settings >> iCloud menu, and look for a family section. There, you will be able to manage your family members, so they will all be associated with the main device and payment method. Generating strong passwords with iCloud Keychain If you are running out of ideas for strong passwords and have been unable to do effective research online, you can use iCloud Keychain to get some suggestions. When you are asked to add a password to a website (assuming here that you are navigating on the site with your Safari app), tap on the password field and you will see the option “Suggest a Password” above your keyboard. A pop-up menu will show up with a randomly-generated password for you. How to disable Find My Phone (and Activation Lock) If you need to restore your Apple device, you will need to disable Find My Phone first – it will disable Activation Lock as well. And you still can do it even if you don’t have your iPhone, iPad or iPod on you through iCloud. Just open any web browser and go to icloud.com. Then enter your Apple ID and click on Find My Phone. Now, enter your Apple password again, and click on All devices >> Offline device you want to remove >> Remove from account. Final Thoughts iCloud is a powerful tool offered by Apple for free to their clients. If you learn how to make the best of it, you will have plenty of resources in your hands. And if you feel that 5GB is just not enough, just pay extra space and enjoy the freedom of having access to all your files and data anywhere you go and of syncing all your devices together. Diana Beyer is experienced and self-driven media expert who is passionate about writing. Her purpose is to share values amid those interested. She is always seeking to discover new ways for personal and professional growth. Connect with Diana though Twitter or visit her blog.

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Buy Audio Book Online Easily with Trusted Platforms and Best Deals

Buying an audiobook online is simple and convenient, allowing users to access a wide range of titles instantly. People can purchase audiobooks from multiple platforms, including specialized stores and popular marketplaces, often choosing between various formats and prices tailored to their preferences.

The best way to buy audio book online is through trusted platforms that offer secure payment options, user reviews, and easy downloading. These features ensure a smooth experience and access to quality content without unnecessary complications.

Many platforms also provide samples or previews, helping buyers make informed decisions before purchasing. Understanding these options can save time and money while enhancing enjoyment.

How to Buy Audio Books Online

Buying audio books online requires comparing platforms, understanding pricing models, setting up payment and accounts, and selecting the right titles for personal interests. Each step involves specific considerations to make the process efficient and tailored.

Choosing the Right Audio Book Platform

Selecting a platform depends on device compatibility, library size, and user interface quality. Popular options include Audible, Apple Books, Google Play Books, and Scribd. Audible offers a vast catalog and exclusive content but requires a subscription or individual purchases.

Some platforms allow offline listening and syncing across devices, which is vital for convenience. Checking if the platform supports preferred devices such as smartphones, tablets, or computers is essential before purchasing.

Free trials can help users test the service before committing. Reading user reviews on navigation, audio quality, and customer support informs the choice.

Comparing Pricing and Subscription Options

Audio books are available through different pricing methods: per book purchase, monthly subscriptions, or credits. Audible uses a credit system with one credit per book under subscription plans. Apple Books and Google Play charge per book with no subscription.

Subscriptions often include discounts on additional books and exclusive content but require monthly fees. Some offer family sharing or multiple devices access.

Users should evaluate monthly listening habits to decide whether subscription or purchase per book offers better value. Checking refund policies and price changes is also important.

Payment Methods and Account Setup

Most platforms accept major credit cards, debit cards, PayPal, and sometimes gift cards. Some services support mobile payment options like Apple Pay or Google Pay.

Account setup typically requires an email address, billing information, and setting a password. Platforms may ask for preferred language or genre interests to personalize recommendations.

Enabling two-factor authentication enhances account security. Users should review privacy policies regarding data usage.

Subscriptions usually renew automatically unless canceled in advance to avoid unwanted charges.

Finding and Selecting the Best Titles

Effective title selection begins with using platform categories, bestseller lists, and user reviews. Filters by genre, length, narrator, and release date assist in narrowing choices.

Listening to sample audio clips helps evaluate narration style and sound quality. Narrative voice impacts the listening experience significantly.

Tools like wish lists and personal libraries help manage potential purchases and current collections. Some platforms highlight award-winning or editor’s choice titles for quality selections.

Ratings and detailed reviews by other listeners indicate content suitability for preferences and interests.

Optimizing Your Online Audio Book Purchase

To get the most from buying audio books online, users should focus on organizing their collections, understanding download and streaming options, and leveraging recommendations and reviews. These actions improve convenience, accessibility, and informed decision-making.

Managing Your Audio Book Library

Effectively managing an audio book library involves categorizing titles by genre, author, or series to simplify access. Many platforms offer customizable folders and tagging systems to keep collections organized.

Users should regularly back up purchases to avoid loss from device failure. Additionally, syncing libraries across devices ensures continuity, allowing seamless listening from smartphones, tablets, or computers without re-downloading.

It is also important to monitor storage capacity, especially for users who download books rather than stream. Deleting completed or unused titles protects device memory and keeps the library streamlined.

Accessing Downloads and Streaming Options

Most online audio book vendors provide both downloading and streaming. Downloads allow offline access, making them ideal for travel or locations without internet.

Streaming requires a stable connection but saves device storage and often includes features like playback speed control or bookmarking. Many services let users switch between streaming and download modes depending on their needs.

Download formats like MP3 or proprietary apps impact compatibility with devices and software. Users should verify supported formats before purchasing. Subscription services may have restrictions on permanent downloads, so understanding terms is critical.

Using Recommendations and Reviews

Audio book platforms aggregate user ratings and professional reviews to guide buyers. Ratings provide quick insights based on listener satisfaction, while reviews offer detailed opinions on narration quality, storytelling, and pacing.

Utilizing curated lists or personalized recommendations based on previous purchases helps discover relevant titles. Some services apply algorithms considering genre preferences and listening history.

Evaluating both positive and critical feedback gives a balanced view and helps avoid unsuitable purchases. Users should pay attention to reviewer credibility and consider multiple sources for informed choices.