Mick Symons
Mick is a staff writer who's as frugal as they come, so he always does extensive research (much to the exhaustion of his wife) before making a purchase. If it's not worth the price, Mick ain't buying.
Latest articles by Mick Symons
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How to remove the SIM card in an iPhone or iPad
By Mick Symons last updated
Upgrading your iPhone or iPad? Want to keep your phone but switch carriers? Here's how to remove your SIM.
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How to unlock an iPhone
By Mick Symons last updated
If you're selling an iPhone, you can increase the value if it's unlocked. Here's how to unlock an iPhone.
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All the keyboard shortcuts you can use when starting up your Mac
By Bryan M Wolfe, Mick Symons last updated
There are a bunch of keyboard shortcuts that you can use during your Mac's startup in order to run diagnostics, switch startup disks, and more.
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Best calculator apps for iPad 2025
By Adam Oram, Mick Symons, Nicolette Roux last updated
Since your iPad doesn't have one, you'll need a great calculator app to stay productive — especially if you're a student, engineer, scientist, or Einstein's descendant.
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How to add an iCloud email alias and keep your email address safe
By Mick Symons, Nicolette Roux last updated
If you don't want to give out your personal iCloud email address, you can create aliases for it so that you can receive email there and be able to delete an alias at any time.
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Ultimate Ears Boom 3 vs. Megaboom 3: Which should you buy?
By Mick Symons last updated
How to Ultimate Ears' Boom 3 and Megaboom 3 stack up against one another? They're virtually the same, so here's how to choose.
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Best workout headphones for iPhone and Apple Watch 2025
By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons last updated
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How to use Switch Control on iPhone and iPad
By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons published
Switch Control allows people with mobility impairments to get full use out of their iPhone or iPad using adaptive switches and other assistive devices. Here's how to use it!
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How to set your caller ID for FaceTime on iPhone and iPad
By Mick Symons, Adam Oram published
You can be reached on FaceTime by phone number or any email address you register — and choose any of them for your FaceTime caller ID.
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How to use the Reminders app on iPhone and iPad with Family Sharing
By Jaclyn Kilani, Mick Symons last updated
Is your family feeling a bit disorganized? You can share reminder lists for shopping, chores, packing, practice, and more with your family.
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How to change the look of closed captions on Mac
By Bryan M Wolfe, Mick Symons published
Did you know that your Mac can have closed captions? It's an Accessibility setting, and it's easy to customize it to your needs.
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How to use iMessage groups on iPhone and iPad
By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons published
Thanks to groups in iMessages, you can share almost anything you like with all your family and friends. And it's easy to set up.
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How to enable Spoken Content on iPhone and iPad
By Adam Oram, Joseph Keller, Mick Symons published
How do you get your iPhone to read text out loud? With a flick of an accessibility switch!
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How to measure your wrist before buying a Fitbit
By Luke Filipowicz, Mick Symons published
Every Fitbit purchase these days comes with a small and large band. Ensure your Fitbit will fit by measuring your wrist before you buy.
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These Are the 10 Thinnest Cases We Could Find for iPhone 8 in 2022
By Mick Symons published
If you just want to protect your iPhone 8 from scratches and don't want anything bulky, then slip into one of these svelte Svens.
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How to use the HomePod and HomePod mini with Apple Music
By Joseph Keller, Mick Symons published
The HomePod and HomePod mini were made for Apple Music, and if you're a subscriber, it just might be the perfect companion. Here's how to use Apple Music with your HomePod or HomePod mini.
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Fitbit Versa 3 vs. Fitbit Charge 4: Which should you buy?
By Jodi Owan, Mick Symons last updated
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LG 27UD88 vs. LG 27UD68-W: Which Monitor is Best for you?
By Mick Symons last updated
If you're looking for a high-quality 4K monitor, then LG's lineup is a great place to start, but what's the major difference between the UD88 and UD68-W? Let's break them down.
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Why you should unplug from your tech this holiday season
By Mick Symons last updated
You probably got some awesome, techy gifts, and you probably gave 'em too, but take some time to completely switch off this holiday season. Your soul will thank you.
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How to use Contacts on iPhone and iPad
By Bryan M Wolfe, Mick Symons published
Make the most out of the Contacts app on iPhone and iPad. Updating, sharing, and deleting contacts, here's everything you need to know.
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How to navigate the Photos app on iPhone and iPad
By Christine Chan, Mick Symons published
Quickly access your pictures and videos by navigating the Photos app for iPhone and iPad
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Fluance Ai40 Bluetooth bookshelf speakers review: As good as it gets
By Mick Symons last updated
Fluance's brand new Ai40 Bluetooth bookshelf speakers have redefined massive sound in a small package.
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