Category: Technology

Problem: With Apple mail, sometimes messages will be marked as junk, yet stay in the inbox. After being deleted, they will reappear in the inbox. Solution: First, be sure to move (save) any messages from the inbox that you want to keep. Then, it is necessary to go to user folder > library > mail… Continue reading Apple Mail Messages Not Deleting

Effective Living > Technology > Apple > iPhone Summary. The solution to fixing the iPhone camera problem may also be a solution to hundreds of problems with the iPhone. Apparently there are “system” files that get backed up to the desktop computer when synchronizing — including SMS discussion history, notes, wireless network history, and other information. When… Continue reading iPhone Camera Images Not Saving

Today I assembled what I believe to be one of the simplest methods for digitally recording old LP records. The above photo shows the hardware required which is described in the steps below. The cost for these various components is fairly high, but the quality of recording is quite good. 1. Audio-Technica turn table, model… Continue reading Digital Recording of LP Record Album

Problem. After purchasing a new mac and using the migration assistant to move applications, programs, files, and settings from an old computer to the new one, you may end up with icons in the menu bar area that are no longer applicable. For example, you may have had Bluetooth in your other computer, but don’t… Continue reading Remove Items From Apple Menu Bar

Below are some useful Apple shortcut keys. Control + CD Eject button = sleep or shutdown dialog box Command (Apple) + Option + CD Eject button = sleep Command (Apple) + Control + CD Eject button = restart immediately Shift + Command (Apple) + Q = Logout dialog box

Problem Summary. I have two Sanyo cell phones with Sprint PCS service. Recently, the envelope icon stopped showing up when new voice mail messages had been received but not listened to. So, I didn’t know there were new messages. The problem seemed to occur after an evening when the phone was losing and then regaining… Continue reading Sprint PCS, Sanyo, Phone New Voice Mail Message Icon Not Working