Apple Explained

Apple Explained animated videos to explain various aspects of Apple and their products. Apple Explained is a YouTube channel created by Greg Wyatt Jr.

He creates animated videos to explain various aspects of Apple and their products. Viewers can contact Greg here: [email protected]

03/19/2024

¬ Why The Apple Car Was Cancelled

It’s rumored to’ve been ten years since the Apple Car project began. With analysts anticipating its release in 2028. But according to a recent internal announcement, Apple has cancelled the project.

After investing billions of dollars and hiring hundreds of employees. So why is Apple giving up on Apple Car? Well, the first reason has to do with technological limitations.
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03/14/2024

Why iPhone's Weather App Always Shows Cupertino

If you set up a new iPhone and check the weather app, you might be surprised to find a city called Cupertino. Which many people have never heard of. But that’s not the only place it shows up. Open the clock app, and you’ll see the time in Cupertino. But this probably isn’t where you’re located, so why is it there?

03/08/2024

Why You Shouldn't Put A Case On Your MacBook?

Most people buying an iPhone want to protect it with a case as soon as possible. Something Apple has recommended for over a decade. Recently, this behavior has carried over to MacBooks. With users attaching plastic covers to protect their investment. But this may be doing more harm than good. Since a MacBook’s low-tolerance clamshell design can be damaged by a case that’s poorly designed or fitted improperly.

Unlike iPhones, MacBooks have a hinge that allow the lid to open and close. And cases can apply unnecessary stress to the hinge in a variety of ways. First, being excess weight.

03/07/2024

Why iPhones Don't Have A 'Close All Apps' Button?

Many iPhone users have grown accustom to closing all their background apps. Which can become tedious, since it has to be done manually. This has left people wondering why Apple doesn’t add a “close all apps” button. Similar to what you’d find on many Android devices. Well, it’s because Apple's iOS takes a different approach to app management than Android.

03/06/2024

iPhone 15 What To Expect

Apple ’s expected to introduce a new generation of iPhones this fall, and there have been several feature leaks from reputable sources that we’ll cover right now.

Similar to last year, the standard iPhone 15 and 15 Plus models aren’t expected to feature any major design changes. Instead, Apple is likely to make several incremental improvements.

Based on leaked dimensions, the 15 and 15 Plus will have the same designs as the 14 and 14 Plus. An aluminum frame with flat edges, and a glass front and back. This means iPhone 14 cases should fit the new 15 models.

03/05/2024

Why The iPhone Camera Flips Selfies

Virtually anyone with a smartphone has taken a selfie, but many Apple iPhone users have become frustrated by they way it takes the photos. For example, selfies captured in an app like snapchat looks exactly as you’d expect.

But when using the iPhone’s camera app, the selfie is automatically flipped after it’s taken. So the photo you’re left with doesn’t look quite the same as when you took it. So why do so many devices like iPhone flip your selfies when you never asked them to? Well, it has to do with the different perspectives of a selfie.

03/04/2024

Why Apple Products Are Cheaper On Amazon

If you’ve shopped for Apple products online then you may’ve noticed that they’re actually cheaper on Amazon.com , despite being brand new. So why would Apple allow this?

Well it’s has to do with the way manufacturers incentivize third party retailers to sell their products. Companies like Apple have some stores of their own, but they want other retailers like Best Buy, Walmart, and Amazon to sell their products too. That way they can extend their reach to more customers, rather than only those who visit one of Apple’s retail stores.

03/03/2024

Why One Apple AirPod Dies Faster

Have you ever removed your AirPods from their charging case, only to realize one is almost dead, while the other is fully charged? There are a few reasons why this happens. The most common being contact issues inside the AirPods charging case.

03/02/2024

Why Apple Ended iPhone ’S’ Models

If you’ve been an iPhone user for a while, you may’ve noticed that Apple ended the iPhone ’S’ naming scheme that had been used for over a decade. And the reason has to do with the iPhone’s new update cycle.

Previously, Apple released a major update to iPhone every two years, with a minor update in-between. Like the 3G featuring a completely new design, and the 3GS featuring a speed bump and lower price. Or the 4 having a radical new design, and the 4S simply including a new software feature called Siri.

The S naming scheme worked well back then, but things got a little messy after the 6S was released.

03/01/2024

Why The iPhone Keyboard Sucks

Apple iPhone users typically enjoy their experience with the device. But one common complaint has to do with the keyboard. If you’ve switched from Android, you may’ve found yourself typing slower with more mistakes than ever before.

So what is it about iPhone’s keyboard that cause these issues? Well, it starts with Apple favoring form over function. On most Android keyboards, its number row is at the top. With a comma and period button on either side of the space bar. That means you can type using most of the characters you need without interruption.

02/29/2024

Why Apple Made A Classical Music App

Apple recently released a new app called Apple Music Classical, and it’s caused some confusion. With people wondering why Apple made a separate app, if it costs extra, and how managing two music apps even works.

Well, the classical app is free for Apple Music subscribers. And it was created to solve problems that are unique to the classical music genre.

02/28/2024

Apple Vision Pro: Everything New

Apple recently revealed one of their most highly-anticipated products ever. The Apple Vision Pro, which introduces a new way to interact with digital content that the company calls spacial computing. Instead of tapping or clicking on a display, users look through a display. Merging their digital and physical life for the first time ever.

02/27/2024

Why MacBook Chargers Are So Big ¬ he reasons why, has to do

If you used Apple's iPhone or iPad before purchasing your first MacBook, then you may’ve been surprised when unboxing its charger, which is much larger than other devices. The reasons why, has to do with Apple's decisions regarding power consumption, charging speed, heat, and design.

02/26/2024

iOS 17 Top New Features

Apple recently launched iOS 17, so let’s cover its top new features.

02/25/2024

macOS Sonoma Top New Features

Apple recently announced macOS Sonoma expected to be released this fall, so let’s cover its top new features.

02/24/2024

Why Twitter Changed to X ¬ The most popular apps on iOS

Twitter is one of the most popular apps on iOS, but it recently dropped its iconic bird branding for something less recognizable; an X. So why did this happen?

Well, it starts with Elon Musk. The letter X fascinated him since 1999. When he purchased the x.com domain for an online payment business.

02/23/2024

History of the iMac ¬ Watch the iMac evolve from the iMac G3

Watch the iMac evolve from the iMac G3 in 1998 to the latest iMac M1 in 2021. The iMac has a history that spans 23 years. With Steve Jobs introducing the first G3 model that went on to rescue Apple from near-bankruptcy.

02/22/2024

iPhone SE 4 What To Expect ¬ Apple’s current iPhone SE has been around since 2020

Apple’s current iPhone SE has been around since 2020, and many leakers are predicting a major update within the next year or two. So let's go over what we can expect from a new iPhone SE.

The first major change would be its design. It’ll take it design cues from the iPhone 14. With a small notch, flat sides, and no home button.

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Why The Apple Car Was Cancelled
Why The Apple Car Was Cancelled

¬ Why The Apple Car Was Cancelled It’s rumored to’ve been ten years since the Apple Car project began. With analysts anticipating its release in 2028. But according to a recent internal announcement, Apple has cancelled the project. After investing billions of dollars and hiring hundreds of employees. So why is Apple giving up on Apple Car? Well, the first reason has to do with technological limitations. Transcript #Apple #AppleCar #AppleCarPlay #AppleExplained

Why iPhone's Weather App Always Shows Cupertino
Why iPhone's Weather App Always Shows Cupertino

Why iPhone's Weather App Always Shows Cupertino If you set up a new iPhone and check the weather app, you might be surprised to find a city called Cupertino. Which many people have never heard of. But that’s not the only place it shows up. Open the clock app, and you’ll see the time in Cupertino. But this probably isn’t where you’re located, so why is it there? . . #iPhone #Apple #Weather #AppleExplained

Why You Shouldn't Put A Case On Your MacBook?
Why You Shouldn't Put A Case On Your MacBook?

Why You Shouldn't Put A Case On Your MacBook? Most people buying an iPhone want to protect it with a case as soon as possible. Something Apple has recommended for over a decade. Recently, this behavior has carried over to MacBooks. With users attaching plastic covers to protect their investment. But this may be doing more harm than good. Since a MacBook’s low-tolerance clamshell design can be damaged by a case that’s poorly designed or fitted improperly. Unlike iPhones, MacBooks have a hinge that allow the lid to open and close. And cases can apply unnecessary stress to the hinge in a variety of ways. First, being excess weight. . . . #MacBook #Apple #iPhone #AppleExplained #Why

Why iPhones Don't Have A 'Close All Apps' Button?
Why iPhones Don't Have A 'Close All Apps' Button?

Why iPhones Don't Have A 'Close All Apps' Button? Many iPhone users have grown accustom to closing all their background apps. Which can become tedious, since it has to be done manually. This has left people wondering why Apple doesn’t add a “close all apps” button. Similar to what you’d find on many Android devices. Well, it’s because Apple's iOS takes a different approach to app management than Android. . . . #iphone #ios17 #Android #AppleExplained

iOS 17.4 Every New Feature
iOS 17.4 Every New Feature

iOS 17.4 Every New Feature Apple recently released the iOS 17.4 Beta for the iPhone, which will be available for public download in March, and here’s every new feature. #iOS174 #iOSBeta #iPhone #AppleExplained #Feature

Why Your iPhone Stops Charging At 80%
Why Your iPhone Stops Charging At 80%

Why Your iPhone Stops Charging At 80% If you’ve left your Apple iPhone plugged in overnight only to find it at 80% in the morning instead of 100%, you were probably left frustrated and wondering why. Well, there are a few potential reasons. Starting with temperature. #iPhone #Charging #StopCharging #iphonecharger #AppleExplained

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