Update: It looks like there are at least two methods for enabling apps to run in the background on older iOS devices. The article now features both. When Apple introduced iOS 4, one of the features I ...

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Apple is completely revamping its software with iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe 26, its upcoming operating system updates. With a similar design language, the company is also finally unlocking the ...

If you've been wondering how to split your screen on a Mac, you're not alone. This feature is a game-changer for anyone who needs to multitask efficiently. Splitting your screen allows you to run ...

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Many of us define a successful day as one where we get a lot done. To check more tasks off your to-do list, it’s tempting to try multitasking, but that’s a counterproductive strategy. According to ...

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Cognitive scientists explain what’s driving the precipitous decline in our ability to focus—and offer evidence-based strategies to restore it.

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