Default iOS Restrictions Passcode; and what to do if you've changed it but forgotten your code.

With the release of – I think – iOS 10, Apple enabled 'Restrictions' by default. This is the section of iOS where parental controls etc. are. That wouldn't normally be an issue for most people, but if you need to send your device for repair, or are going to sell it, you'll want to erase all content and settings, and to do this you'll need that passcode (which is separate to your normal device passcode). Not exceptionally well documented is the fact that the default restrictions passcode is: 1234 If that doesn't work, and you've forgotten what...

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Atari 8-bit SIO2SD

The SIO2SD device for the Atari 8-bit range is a fantastic piece of kit, allowing you to run software from an SD device on your Atari. It's difficult for a new user to pick up though, so I put together some instructions to try and make things simpler: File structure: Place the Loader file in the root of the SD card, ensuring it is called: sio2sd.xex Create a folder called ATARI that contains all of your files in whatever directories you wish. Loader Instructions (v3.5): ARROWS/JOYSTICK: select directory/file (.xex) or disk image (.atr) RETURN/FIRE:...

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