iPhone updates causing problems? You’re not the only one…

2017-12-07T12:56:38+00:00October 4th, 2017|Tips and Advice|

Any iPhone or iPad aficionados will be well aware of the latest Apple iOS (the iPhone/iPad operating system). Version 11 of iOS was released with much fervour along with the latest generation of iPhone September 19th and iPhone/iPad users will have received notification of the update on their home screens. Many have updated but it [...]

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Why do some people just hate Apple?

2018-05-01T10:02:54+01:00May 21st, 2015|Company News|

With the recent release of the Apple watch, it’s an opportunity to ponder on just why a box of electrical components named after a fruit can be so divisive. I started my career in IT working for a large Apple specialist at a time when iphones and ipads were merely a glint in the eye of [...]

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Microsoft OneDrive updates. Mac release imminent!

2017-08-08T15:15:06+01:00January 29th, 2015|Technology News|

Microsoft have just released a number of exciting updates for their OneDrive service which we at Pro Drive are delighted to see and we are certain will be of benefit to our customers. OneDrive is Microsoft online file storage platform which allows you to store your documents, pictures and videos online, share them and access [...]

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New iPhone Location Setting For When Your Phone Dies

2017-08-08T13:14:23+01:00October 21st, 2014|Technology News, Tips and Advice|

One of the most important iCloud features is arguably Find My iPhone, a free service from Apple that lets users track the location of misplaced, lost, or stolen iPhones, iPads, and even Macs. However, a major limitation of Find My iPhone is that it requires the device you’re looking for to be powered on and [...]

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7 Ways To Minimise Battery Usage on iOS 8

2018-05-01T09:36:30+01:00October 2nd, 2014|Tips and Advice|

Those of you running the latest iOS 8 software on your iPhone or iPad might notice your battery life dwindling faster than usual.That's because the handful of shiny new features added to the mobile operating system are working harder to make your mobile experience more productive. Of course, ironically, that productivity lasts for less time [...]

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iOS 8 updated features worth noting

2017-08-08T12:00:14+01:00September 24th, 2014|Technology News, Tips and Advice|

Apple’s new iOS 8 operating system for iPhones and iPads has been available for download for a while now but for the uninitiated the update can be pretty confusing, with Settings app now bloated by a seemingly endless list of apps and options. So, if you’ve just bought a new iPhone or installed OS 8 [...]

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Phishing for your Apple ID – How to spot an attack

2017-09-15T12:50:31+01:00July 18th, 2014|Company News, Security and Threats, Tips and Advice|

We have currently seen a new phishing focus, Apple device users. Just recently one of our clients received the following email privately From: Apple [mailto:secure@mysecureicloud.co.uk] Sent:  July 2014 To: Matt Subject: Apple ID Temporarily Locked iCloud/Apple - matt This message is to inform you that your Apple Account (Your@emailaddress.co.uk) has been temporarily locked until you [...]

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Apple updates for iOS and Mac

2017-08-08T14:51:32+01:00June 5th, 2014|Technology News|

Apple’s recent Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) announced major updates to their phone (IOS) and computer (OSX) operating systems. The some of the most exciting announcements centred around “continuity” which is all about linking your iPhone with your iMac or Macbook. Some of the features include Handoff - letting devices in proximity of each other interact [...]

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