Getting the iPhone 17 via JD Trade-In: Great Bare-Hand Feel
I bought the 16 Pro in May 2025 for 5469 CNY. Recently it started lagging, and I found out the 128GB storage was almost …
Japan Trip: How I Set Up My iPhone - Useful Apps & Features
I recently went to Japan and found that some iPhone settings and apps really helped me out. Here’s a summary that might …
How I Organize My iPhone Home Screen
A simple, efficient approach to building a one-screen iPhone layout using folders, Spotlight, and widgets.
10 Practical iOS Tips to Make Your iPhone Better - Part 2
Note: Most of the screenshots below are from my own device. The system language is English, so some setting names may …
10 Practical iOS Tips to Make Your iPhone Better
Did You Know? The iPhone USB-C Port Is More Than Just Charging
For years the iPhone used Lightning, so you had to carry two types of cables when going out. I kept wondering when …
Goodbye Siri: 5 Ways to Make ChatGPT, Doubao and Other AI Your iPhone Voice Assistant
Siri’s limitations are undeniable, and true AI intelligence seems far away. Therefore, I’ve been trying to use AI tools …
Getting the iPhone 16 Pro: Great, But Also Has Issues
Now the 618 shopping festival lasts for months. Before June 18th even arrives, the activities have already started …
Do You Really Need an iPhone Case?
Four years of going caseless taught me why cases and screen protectors still make sense—practical risks, lessons …
Screen Time in Apple Systems
Today a friend asked me what the gray bar chart in Apple’s Screen Time statistics means. I actually wasn’t too sure …
How to Use 1Password (Step-by-Step Guide)
Having used 1Password for many years, here I’ll summarize the usage methods of 1P.
How to Use Fantastical (Step-by-Step Guide)
I’ve been using Fantastical for many years, and recently saw that they released a Windows version. Excited about this, …
How to Use Surge to Unlock Apple News Region Restrictions (Step-by-Step Guide)
Step-by-step instructions for removing the Apple News region block on iPhone using Surge modules, proxy services, and OS …
ChatGPT iOS Supports Background Conversations
Learn how to use ChatGPT iOS Background Conversations feature, enabling seamless chatting while using other apps or with …
Discover Alfred Remote for iOS
Explore Alfred Remote for iOS: setup, usage, and limitations. Learn how to control your Mac from your iPhone or iPad …
How to Use Surge for macOS (Step-by-Step Guide)
Comprehensive notes on purchasing, configuring, and getting the most out of Surge on macOS/iOS/tvOS—including proxy …
Downgrade iOS from Beta to Stable
This post explains how to downgrade iOS from a beta back to the stable release, including backup and recovery steps.