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  Storage Management Access storage information on iPhone through Settings > General > iPhone Storage or on Android through Settings > Storage Use the search function in Settings to quickly find storage options by typing "Storage" The Files app allows browsing through all content stored on the device Remove downloaded files when no longer needed to free up space on the device App Navigation Patterns Most Apple interfaces share consistent navigation with " Library " as a key element at the bottom of the screen Library is where you find saved content, playlists, downloaded items, and manage storage across apps: Music app : Library shows playlists, songs, and downloaded content Podcasts app : Library contains downloaded episodes that can be deleted to save space Books app : Library shows collections and downloaded content Photos Management Photos app has changed from bottom navigation to a vertical scrolling interface Free up space by fi...

  Class Overview This class focused on files and organization, storing digital content, file location, and managing storage space Key topics included music synchronization across devices, file management, document collaboration, and cloud storage options Music Synchronization and Services For Apple devices, music syncs through iCloud similar to photos, but requires Apple Music subscription Without Apple Music subscription, two options exist: Manually sync via cable connection Directly download music files to each device individually Popular music streaming services discussed: Apple Music Spotify Amazon Music (different from Amazon Prime Music ) Pandora HomePod requires a subscription service like Apple Music to access your music library File Management Basics Files are just files regardless of type (music, photos, documents) - you manage them the same way Creating new folders: File → New Folder → name the folder Moving files: Open two windows, then dra...

Class Overview This November class focused on digital organization of files, emails, photos, and messages across devices. The topic was chosen from curriculum created with residents at the beginning of the year. Next month's December class will review the year's learning and gather topics for next year's curriculum. Instructor's Personal Updates Jason Dare will be traveling to China to visit his ancestral family village. The trip includes 31 extended family members (originally 41, but 10 dropped out). They plan to visit five different villages to accommodate everyone's family connections. Jason launched " TravelReadyChinese.com ," a company teaching scenario-based language lessons to prepare travelers. The platform uses AI-powered "DingTalk" which transcribes conversations and displays both languages simultaneously. Email Organization Synchronization means your devices update from one central location (like email servers). IMAP is...