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A collection of tutorials, tips, and tricks from the 9to5Mac team helping you fix and get the most out of your favorite gear.

How to stream March Madness 2019 live on Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, and Mac

Chance Miller Mar 20 2019 - 5:30 pm PT

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Following Selection Sunday a few days ago, the March Madness stream officially kicks off in full force this week. The “First Four” play-in games are already underway, and things continue tomorrow with the first round of games.

Here’s how to stream March Madness 2019 on Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

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How to get the most money from selling your used AirPods

Michael Potuck Mar 20 2019 - 12:58 pm PT

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Want to pick up the new AirPods, and don’t want to keep your existing ones? Read on for how to get the most money from selling your used AirPods.

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How to check the battery health on your MacBook

Michael Potuck Mar 19 2019 - 12:00 am PT

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9to5Mac is brought to you by CleanMyMac X. Find hidden junk, large old folders, unused apps, and heavy memory consumers. You can also use CleanMyMac X to remove malware, unwanted pop-ups, and virus extensions.

Does your MacBook battery not seem to last near as long as it used to? Read on for how to check the battery health on your MacBook.

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How to stream NCAA Selection Sunday on Apple TV, iPhone, and iPad

Chance Miller Mar 17 2019 - 8:27 am PT

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It’s easier than ever this year to stream Selection Sunday on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV. As conference tournaments start to wrap up, NCAA March Madness is about to begin in full force. Tonight marks the beginning of it all with Selection Sunday, where the bracket for this year’s games will be set

Here’s how to stream Selection Sunday.

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How to change trackpad and mouse speed on Mac

Michael Potuck Mar 15 2019 - 12:00 am PT

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Want to customize your cursor tracking and click speed on your computer? Follow along for how to change trackpad and mouse speed on Mac.

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How to automatically answer calls on speakerphone on iPhone

Peter Cao Mar 14 2019 - 12:01 am PT

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Do you typically use speakerphone while taking your calls? If so, the iPhone has a feature that removes the need to tap the speakerphone button when you initially pick up the phone. Follow along to learn how to automatically answer calls on speakerphone on your iPhone.

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How to make folders for the Notes app on iPhone, iPad, and Mac

Michael Potuck Mar 14 2019 - 12:00 am PT

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Do you have lots of notes saved across your Apple devices and want to get more organized? Read along for how to make folders for the Notes app on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

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How to set the iTunes MiniPlayer on top of all windows on Mac

Peter Cao Mar 13 2019 - 12:01 am PT

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The iTunes MiniPlayer is a great way to have quick access to your iTunes or Apple Music library on your Mac without having a giant window covering your screen. It gives you easy access to your currently playing song, skip and rewind controls, play/pause, and even shows a history of what you’re playing. Follow along to learn how to set the iTunes MiniPlayer on top of all windows on Mac.

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How to convert images to PDFs on Mac

Michael Potuck Mar 13 2019 - 12:00 am PT

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Need to save a screenshot or another image as a PDF? Read on for how to convert images to PDFs on Mac.

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How to enable VoiceOver on HomePod

Peter Cao Mar 12 2019 - 12:01 am PT

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VoiceOver is a useful feature for the visually impaired that tells you what’s happening on your device out loud. Fortunately, HomePod has the VoiceOver feature. Look below to learn how to enable VoiceOver on HomePod.

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How to convert PNG and TIFF images to JPG on Mac

Michael Potuck Mar 12 2019 - 12:00 am PT

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Need to save an image in another format? Follow along for how to convert images like PNG and TIFF files to JPG on Mac.

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How to check Apple Pencil battery level

Peter Cao Mar 11 2019 - 12:01 am PT

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While the second-generation Apple Pencil magnetically attaches and charges on the side of your iPad or iPad Pro, it’s still worth knowing how to check the battery status of your Apple Pencil. Especially if you’re using your Apple Pencil for long periods of time. Follow along to learn how to check Apple Pencil battery level.

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How to convert Pages doc to PDF on Mac

Michael Potuck Mar 11 2019 - 12:00 am PT

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Do you have a Pages document but need to export it to a .pdf format? Follow along for how to convert a Pages doc to a PDF on Mac.

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How to convert Pages doc to Microsoft Word doc on Mac

Michael Potuck Mar 8 2019 - 12:00 am PT

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Do you currently have a Pages document but need it to be in the .docx format? Follow along for how to convert a Pages doc to a Microsoft Word doc on Mac.

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How to turn on and turn off your Mac

Peter Cao Mar 7 2019 - 12:01 am PT

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Turning on and off your Mac can be a chore. In fact, most users simply just put their Macs to sleep. While that’ll work most of the time, sometimes you may need to turn off your Mac. For example, if you’re going to be away from your Mac for a few months. Follow along to learn how to turn on and off your Mac.

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How to customize time and date formats on the Mac

Peter Cao Mar 6 2019 - 12:01 am PT

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Unlike on iOS, you can customize the time and date formats and not be restricted based on your language or region. You can set up your date and time formats however you’d like. Follow along to learn how to customize time and date formats on the Mac.

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How to check your Apple Watch’s software compatibility

Michael Potuck Mar 6 2019 - 12:00 am PT

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Has it been a while since you’ve updated your Apple Watch? Follow along for how to check your Apple Watch’s software compatibility.

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How to delete old Apple Watch backups

Peter Cao Mar 5 2019 - 12:01 am PT

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The Apple Watch periodically does a backup to your iPhone. While it’s not common, the Apple Watch also does a backup whenever you erase/reset your Apple Watch. Follow along to learn how to delete old Apple Watch backups.

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How to check your iPad’s software compatibility

Michael Potuck Mar 5 2019 - 12:00 am PT

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Do you have an older iPad and are curious about the latest iOS version it can run? Follow along for how to check your iPad’s software compatibility.

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How to prevent your iPhone from vibrating when it’s on mute

Peter Cao Mar 4 2019 - 12:01 am PT

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Muting your iPhone by using its physical mute switch is an easy way to silence it when it’s in your pocket. However, you’ll still hear the vibration if your iPhone is on the table, for example. Follow along to learn how to prevent your iPhone from vibrating when it’s on mute.

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How to create a new user account on your Mac

Michael Potuck Mar 4 2019 - 12:00 am PT

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Whether you recently got a new Mac, or have had one for a while, read along for how to create a new user account on your Mac.

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How to check your iPhone’s software compatibility

Michael Potuck Mar 1 2019 - 12:00 am PT

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Has it been a while since you upgraded your iPhone’s software (iOS)? Follow along for how to check your iPhone’s software compatibility and some tips before doing an upgrade.

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How to play podcasts on HomePod with Siri

Peter Cao Feb 28 2019 - 12:01 am PT

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Most people know that you can play music with HomePod by simply asking for it. However, did you know you could also request podcasts through HomePod as well? Follow along to learn how to play podcasts on HomePod with Siri.

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How to check your Mac’s software compatibility

Michael Potuck Feb 28 2019 - 12:00 am PT

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Want to upgrade your Mac’s software, but aren’t sure about what operating system it will work with? Read on for how to check your Mac’s software compatibility.

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