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  1. B

    iPad setup

    I just bought an iPad 6 as I am under the impression that it is the oldest, cheapest thing that can use an iPad pencil, but setup is driving me nuts. It keeps on asking to be connected to a Mac or a PC with iTunes installed. My Mac is ancient and won’t start and my PC is down and will take...
  2. DominikHoffmann

    HomePod HomePod mini “Setup Failed (-5303)”—What is going on?

    I was trying to set up a HomePod mini for a client (which means that I will not be able to try suggestions until my next appointment with her). Her iPhone was on iOS 16.x, still, but I don’t know, whether it has something to do with it. I factory-reset her HomePod mini and then commenced with...
  3. N

    iPad Bulk iPad Setup and Master AppleID Question

    Hello all you Apple folks. I have what to me seems like a dumb question (dumb question as in something that I should know, but I don't). Is there a way to configure some master AppleID? I'd rather not pay for MDM service. But, I also want to be able to have a stricter AppleID that only a few...
  4. purdnost

    Shared Library - “Include Moments With”

    When I get to the “Share Moments With” step in the shared photo library process (when choosing to share by people or date), I’m given the option to add myself. I’m sharing with my wife, so I’ve added her and my kids. If I add myself, would that include photos of me, or photos of moments that I...
  5. Ultracyclist

    Show your M1/2 iPad (with external display) setup

    I’ll go first. - M1 iPad Pro 256gb in Brydge Max+ on a Belkin Zero stand - Dell Ultrasharp U2515 + Blitzwolf BW-CML1 Monitor lightbar - Logitech MX keys for Mac - Logitech MX master 3 for mac on Logitech G240 mouse mat - PS5 controller - Sabarent 4 bay 2,5 HDD/SSD dockingstation - Hercules...
  6. Gamercraft567a

    Post your gameing setups

    Post your gameing set ups here’s mine when you update your set up you can post a new image of it you can aslo post 2 setups at once
  7. PowerMac5500

    Setting up the Studio Kinda Sucks (Updated)

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  8. A

    Budget Youtube Setup - Tripod + Camera

    Hi, Soooo many options out there it's easy to get lost. Can someone give me specific equipment from Amazon that I can buy to get started. I just want to be able to record good quality videos of me talking and of me demonstrating on my iPad. So I'm thinking I need - 1. Tripod for my iPhone 11/...
  9. Dave 22 Clifton

    HomeKit Home setup with two users

    I had an Apple TV attached to my Home app but this was never used in the past. We recently got a smart heating system and all the thermostats are now attached in my Home app. My partner recently bought a HomePod mini and has attached that to his home app. We plan to get more HomePod minis for...
  10. MacNerd01

    Share your Apple TV setups!

    What are your apple TV setups? Mine is: Apple TV 4K 1st gen, 2x Sonos Play:1, Sonos Playbar, Sonos Sub, 1080p Panasonic TV (i dunno which one I have) It supports 5.1 surround. What do you have?
  11. Alvin777

    How Do I Print to a Networked Windows 11 Printer?

    Hi. How do I setup macOS Monterey to Windows 11 printer, network on the other room. The iMac is using wifi, the Windows 11 printer is not an AirPrint printer but is connected to the Windows 11 PC which is plugged in directly to the fiber internet box via RJ-45 ethernet cable. This box also has a...
  12. M

    Unconfigured iPad mysteriously LTE connected

    Hi folks, I have just factory restored an M1 iPad Pro with cellular capability (with 14.8). Right after erasing all data and entering the very first welcome setup screen (choose language), in the right upper corner it indicates that the iPad is connected to LTE (with two signal bars, to be more...
  13. I

    iphone x set up issue

    Hey folks I have an Iphone X that has just had a battery and lcd screen replacement. I have tried multiple times to restore to factory settings via itunes also restarted the phone multiple times. I have also put next to it an iphone 7 for quick start. However, in all steps, I am stuck on this...
  14. WeatherWeasel

    iPhone 12 Pro Sim and new phone

    I am getting the 12 pro soon, and wanted to know about the sim card. I have with Verizon their plan and an 8Plus I am upgrading from. Do I transfer the sim card before or after the quick setup from the old phone? I can't seem to find anything on when to do it.
  15. Z

    no luck in setting up wirelessly my Canon printer

    Im trying to connect/setup my Canon Pixma iX6850 printer on my iMac thats using High Sierra but i have n idea where to begin. Ive pressed the printer's wifi button shouldn't i be seeing it in my wifi list on my imac?
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    iPhone 12 Pro Max Matching iPhone with other apple products.

    Hi all. I am going to upgrade to the new iPhone 12 Pro Max but I’m debating heavily on which color to go with. When it comes to Apple devices I feel a little bit OCD as I want everything to match. I want to upgrade to Apple Watch 6, and AirPods Max as well. I definitely like the classic white...
  17. circatee

    Mac Mini 2020 setup WITHOUT Apple mouse & keyboard

    Evening all. I am on the verge of purchasing a Mac Mini. And, I know it does not come with a mouse and keyboard. So, I am going to purchase a Logitech MX Keys Advanced Wireless keyboard; I already have an MX Master mouse. The question is, once I power on the Mac Mini, will it allow me to...
  18. pit29

    HomePod Setting up HomePods for family

    Hi ya'all, We're pretty excited as we are expecting 4 HomePods next week. To prepare for the big day, I'm trying to find out how to best set them up. We are a family where everyone has her/his own AppleID and we use Family Sharing (incl. the Apple Music Family thing). Today, I've set up a home...
  19. P

    Bypassing Remote Management System

    Hello - I bought an iMac from a tech company that was auctioning their computers off after going out of business (through a third party auctioneer). The company is obviously bankrupt so no employees remain. I was told that it was restored to factory settings. When I got it I went through the...
  20. B

    iPhone 11 Migration tool versus itunes restore

    Hello Opinions needed. Which is a better method to setup your new iphone 11? Using the built in migration tool to copy over all your data or restoring from an itunes backup. Advantages/ disadvantages? Is using the migration tool the same as setting up as new and manually installing all your...