Newsletter
Articles and insights from the Hotline expert team
Read This Before You Update Your Mac or iPhone
By Steve
A simple guide to managing automatic updates and why it's smart to wait before installing major new software.
Your Window to the Whole Wide Web
By Steve
A friendly walkthrough of Safari, Chrome, and the basics of navigating the internet.
The Easiest Way to Get a Guest Online
By Steve
Learn how to create a simple QR code so guests can connect to your internet in seconds.
No More "Missing Person" Family Photos
By Steve
Finally, a way to make sure the whole family (including the photographer!) is in the picture.
For When "I Know It's in Here Somewhere..."
By Steve
A few simple "search recipes" to instantly locate that one specific email you're looking for.
Never Miss an Important Call on Silent Mode
By Steve
A simple guide to setting up flash alerts and custom vibrations on your smartphone.
Finding the Hidden Money in Your Monthly Bills
By Steve
Learn how to audit your subscriptions and stop paying for services you no longer use.
Stay in Sync this Labor Day Weekend
By Steve
How to use shared photo albums and live location sharing on your iPhone or Android.
Did You Know Your Phone Can Hear for You?
By Steve
Learn how to get a notification on your screen for important household sounds, even if you don't hear them yourself.
Find Your Phone, Even When It's on Silent
By Steve
Learn how this free, built-in tool can make your lost device play a sound and show you its location on a map.
A Guide to Screen Sharing for Tech Help
By Steve
How to use the built-in "Share Screen" button in FaceTime and Zoom to get crystal-clear instructions.
How to Copy Text from a Photo
By Steve
Discover the amazing feature that lets you capture words from the real world—no typos, no fuss.
Your New Favorite Repairman is... YouTube?
By Steve
Discover the power of "YouTube University" for everything from gardening to fixing a leaky faucet.
Leave Your Wallet at Home? It's Possible!
By Steve
A simple, secure guide to setting up and using tap-to-pay on your smartphone.
The Best Way to Say "Let Me Show You"
By Steve
Learn how to record your screen to create a simple how-to video for a friend in need.
