Blaine Locklair

54 posts

Blaine is the founder of Next Level Mac. His love of Apple dates back to his early days with the original Apple IIe in the early 1980s. He got his first Mac in 2008 and his first iPhone was the 3GS. He has a Master's Degree from Oklahoma University.

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ios 26

Oct 09, 2025

iOS 26 Call Screening: Set It Up and When It Helps

A clear guide to Apple’s Call Screening in iOS 26, with setup steps, smart tips, and three useful add-ons....

AirPods

Oct 09, 2025

Prime Big Deal Days: 3 Apple buys that actually make sense

Three simple Prime Day picks for Apple fans that add real daily value without clutter or confusion....

Mac

Oct 09, 2025

Simple Mac Backup Kit for 2025: Plug In, Press Go, Protect Everything

A calm, step-by-step Mac backup plan that uses one small SSD and takes minutes to set up....

Mac

Oct 07, 2025

Tot 2.0 Makes Quick Notes Feel Natural Again

The tiny note app just got better. Here's why Tot 2.0 matters and what gear makes it shine....

iPhone

Oct 07, 2025

iOS 26.1 Alarms: A Better Way to Wake Up

iOS 26.1 makes alarms harder to dismiss; here’s how to build a calmer morning....

Accessories

Oct 06, 2025

Mac Mini M4 Docks That Add Storage and Ports

Turn your tiny Mac mini into a storage powerhouse with docks that hide an SSD inside....

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Blaine Locklair

54 posts

iOS 26 Call Screening: Set It Up and When It Helps

Prime Big Deal Days: 3 Apple buys that actually make sense

Simple Mac Backup Kit for 2025: Plug In, Press Go, Protect Everything

Tot 2.0 Makes Quick Notes Feel Natural Again

iOS 26.1 Alarms: A Better Way to Wake Up

Mac Mini M4 Docks That Add Storage and Ports

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