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How-to guides and tutorials to help you perform specific tasks and use the iPhone smartphone and its apps.

How to Use StandBy Mode on iPhone

October 23, 2026October 20, 2026 by Kermit Matthews

Turn on StandBy in Settings, charge your iPhone on its side in landscape, and lock it. This guide covers the three views, widgets, Night Mode, Always-On differences and fixes when StandBy will not start. Continue Reading How to Use StandBy Mode on iPhone

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How to Customize the Action Button on iPhone

October 23, 2026October 14, 2026 by Kermit Matthews

Open Settings > Action Button, swipe to the action you want, pick any extra option, and press and hold the button to use it. Covers every action, iOS 17 and 18 differences, and fixes. Continue Reading How to Customize the Action Button on iPhone

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Diagram of opening a group conversation, viewing its details, leaving the conversation, or muting alerts

How to Leave a Group Text on iPhone

October 20, 2026September 18, 2026 by Kermit Matthews

You can leave an iPhone group text when everyone in the conversation uses an Apple device and there are at least three other people in… Continue Reading How to Leave a Group Text on iPhone

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Steps for finding an iMessage game from the Plus menu in a Messages conversation

How to Play iMessage Games on iPhone and iPad

September 30, 2026September 18, 2026 by Kermit Matthews

Learn how to find iMessage games, install one from the Messages App Store, invite a friend, and fix common setup problems. Continue Reading How to Play iMessage Games on iPhone and iPad

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How to Schedule an iMessage to Send Later on iPhone: A Step-by-Step Guide

October 23, 2026August 25, 2026 by Kermit Matthews

Want to send an iMessage later without forgetting? You can easily schedule messages on your iPhone using the Shortcuts app. First, create an automation in… Continue Reading How to Schedule an iMessage to Send Later on iPhone: A Step-by-Step Guide

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How to Lock an App on iPhone: A Step-by-Step Guide for Privacy

October 23, 2026August 24, 2026 by Kermit Matthews

Locking an app on your iPhone can help you maintain privacy and prevent unauthorized access. By using built-in features like Screen Time, you can set… Continue Reading How to Lock an App on iPhone: A Step-by-Step Guide for Privacy

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How to Use Audio Mix on iPhone Videos

October 23, 2026August 24, 2026 by Kermit Matthews

Audio Mix is a Photos app feature that changes how the sound in your iPhone videos is balanced after you’ve recorded them. It can make… Continue Reading How to Use Audio Mix on iPhone Videos

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Windows Phone Link app connected to an iPhone with the Messages tab open and a conversation showing

How to Use iMessage on Windows With Phone Link

October 20, 2026June 19, 2026 by Kermit Matthews

Use iMessage on Windows by linking your iPhone to Phone Link over Bluetooth. Setup steps, what works (and doesn’t), and safe alternatives. Continue Reading How to Use iMessage on Windows With Phone Link

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Windows File Explorer showing a connected phone Internal Storage DCIM folder with video files selected for copying to the PC

How to Transfer Videos From iPhone to PC on Windows 10

October 20, 2026June 16, 2026 by Kermit Matthews

Transfer videos from an iPhone to a Windows 10 PC with the Photos app, File Explorer, or iCloud, and fix videos that will not copy or play. Continue Reading How to Transfer Videos From iPhone to PC on Windows 10

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Windows 7 AutoPlay window for a connected phone with Import pictures and videos using Windows highlighted

How to Transfer Photos From iPhone to a Windows 7 PC

October 20, 2026July 4, 2025 by Kermit Matthews

Transfer photos from an iPhone to a Windows 7 PC with the built-in import tool or DCIM folder, and fix HEIC, missing photos, and connection errors. Continue Reading How to Transfer Photos From iPhone to a Windows 7 PC

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How to Add a Word to the iPhone Dictionary (Text Replacement)

October 23, 2026July 1, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Learn how to add words to your iPhone dictionary with ease. Follow this step-by-step guide to ensure your custom terms are always recognized. Continue Reading How to Add a Word to the iPhone Dictionary (Text Replacement)

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How to Turn Off System Haptics on iPhone (iOS 17 and Later)

October 23, 2026May 29, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Say goodbye to annoying vibrations! Our guide on iOS 17 shows you how to easily turn off system haptics on your iPhone in just a few steps. Continue Reading How to Turn Off System Haptics on iPhone (iOS 17 and Later)

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How to Stop Keyboard from Popping Up on iPhone 13

October 23, 2026May 10, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Is the keyboard on your iPhone 13 constantly popping up? Our guide shows you how to easily stop this annoying issue in just a few steps! Continue Reading How to Stop Keyboard from Popping Up on iPhone 13

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What Is the Orange Dot on My iPhone? (And How to Check Which App)

October 20, 2026May 9, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

The orange dot at the top of your iPhone screen means an app is using your microphone right now. A green dot means an app… Continue Reading What Is the Orange Dot on My iPhone? (And How to Check Which App)

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Can You Download Google Play Store on iPhone? (What to Do Instead)

October 23, 2026May 8, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

You can’t install Google Play on an iPhone. Here’s why, how to get Gmail, Maps, YouTube and other Google apps from the App Store, and Android-only options. Continue Reading Can You Download Google Play Store on iPhone? (What to Do Instead)

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Google Calendar event details with the options menu open and Publish event highlighted

How to Make Google Calendar the Default on iPhone

October 20, 2026May 2, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Make Google Calendar the default on iPhone: add your Google account, set it as the Default Calendar for new events, sync shared calendars, and fix sync issues. Continue Reading How to Make Google Calendar the Default on iPhone

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Tablet notes app settings with Auto-backup turned on, the cloud drive service selected, and PDF chosen as the backup format

How to Back Up Goodnotes to Google Drive (Auto-backup)

September 26, 2026April 30, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Back up Goodnotes to Google Drive with Auto-backup, choose PDF or Goodnotes format, export single notebooks, and restore them from Drive. Continue Reading How to Back Up Goodnotes to Google Drive (Auto-backup)

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iPhone showing a website checkout page with the Google Pay payment option highlighted

How to Use Google Pay on iPhone (What Works and What Doesn’t)

September 29, 2026April 22, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Use Google Pay on iPhone to pay online at checkout. Learn why tap-to-pay in stores needs Apple Pay and what Google Pay offers in your country. Continue Reading How to Use Google Pay on iPhone (What Works and What Doesn’t)

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How to Turn Off Double Tap on iPhone (Back Tap, VoiceOver, Zoom and More)

October 23, 2026April 19, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Turn off double tap on iPhone: disable Back Tap, VoiceOver, Zoom, Reachability or the AssistiveTouch double tap in Settings > Accessibility. Continue Reading How to Turn Off Double Tap on iPhone (Back Tap, VoiceOver, Zoom and More)

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Diagram of a smartphone showing microphone locations on the bottom edge, near the rear cameras, and at the top front earpiece

Where Is the Microphone on the iPhone 15? (All Mic Locations)

October 20, 2026April 19, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Find the microphones on the iPhone 15: bottom edge, near the rear cameras, and at the top front. Learn how to test, clean, and improve mic sound. Continue Reading Where Is the Microphone on the iPhone 15? (All Mic Locations)

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How to Close All Tabs on iPhone 15: A Step-by-Step Guide

October 20, 2026April 17, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Closing all tabs on your iPhone 15 can declutter your browser and help your device run more smoothly. It’s a simple process that involves just… Continue Reading How to Close All Tabs on iPhone 15: A Step-by-Step Guide

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iPhone 14 Microphone Not Working? 10 Ways to Fix It

October 23, 2026April 15, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Is your iPhone 14 microphone giving you trouble? Don’t panic! Check out our simple solutions to get it working again in no time. Continue Reading iPhone 14 Microphone Not Working? 10 Ways to Fix It

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Phone account Manage Payments screen with an expired card marked for update and the Add Payment Method option highlighted

How to Turn Off “Verification Required” on the App Store

September 26, 2026April 15, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Fix the App Store “Verification Required” message by updating your payment method, paying an unpaid balance, or removing your card to get free apps. Continue Reading How to Turn Off “Verification Required” on the App Store

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iPhone Accessibility Display and Text Size settings with the Button Shapes switch turned on and highlighted

iPhone Button Shapes: A Complete Guide to the Setting and Button Design

September 25, 2026April 15, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Turn on iPhone Button Shapes to make tappable buttons easier to see, try related accessibility settings, and learn how iPhone’s physical buttons have changed. Continue Reading iPhone Button Shapes: A Complete Guide to the Setting and Button Design

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CarPlay Settings on a car display with Wallpaper selected and the wallpaper choices highlighted

Can You Set a Custom CarPlay Wallpaper? How to Change It

October 11, 2026April 13, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

CarPlay does not support your own photos as wallpaper, but you can pick from Apple’s designs in CarPlay Settings. Here is how, plus other ways to customize it. Continue Reading Can You Set a Custom CarPlay Wallpaper? How to Change It

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iPhone Photos More menu for a Live Photo with the Save as Video option

How to Post a Live Photo on Facebook

September 29, 2026April 13, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Post an iPhone Live Photo on Facebook, or convert it with Save as Video so the motion shows for everyone. Continue Reading How to Post a Live Photo on Facebook

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iPhone iCloud settings with Private Relay opened and the Private Relay switch highlighted

How to Fix Google’s “Unusual Traffic” Message on an iPhone

September 24, 2026April 13, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Google’s unusual traffic message on iPhone is usually caused by Private Relay, a VPN, or a shared network. Here is what it means and 7 ways to stop it. Continue Reading How to Fix Google’s “Unusual Traffic” Message on an iPhone

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iPhone Screen Time settings with Share Across Devices and Turn Off App and Website Activity highlighted

Can You Delete Screen Time History? Here’s How to Clear It

September 25, 2026April 12, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

You cannot delete individual Screen Time entries, but you can clear all history by turning off App & Website Activity. Here is how on iPhone and iPad. Continue Reading Can You Delete Screen Time History? Here’s How to Clear It

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Illustration of wet wireless earbuds drying on a lint-free cloth with speaker mesh facing down and the charging case lid open

AirPods Fell in Water? What to Do and How to Save Them

October 11, 2026April 12, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

AirPods fell in water? Shake out water, air-dry the earbuds and case separately, skip rice and heat, wait before charging, and know your repair options. Continue Reading AirPods Fell in Water? What to Do and How to Save Them

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Phone social media app profile switcher listing two signed-in accounts with Add another profile or account highlighted

How to Manage Multiple Facebook Accounts on One iPhone

October 20, 2026April 12, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Add and switch between Facebook accounts on iPhone, use profiles and Pages instead of extra accounts, remove saved accounts, and keep each one secure. Continue Reading How to Manage Multiple Facebook Accounts on One iPhone

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Phone photo markup editor with a square shape stretched to the photo edges to create a thick white border, and border width options

How to Add a Border to Photos on iPhone 14 (4 Free Ways)

September 26, 2026April 12, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Add a border to photos on iPhone 14 with the Markup square trick, Pages or Keynote, a shortcut, or an editor app. Step-by-step, with free options. Continue Reading How to Add a Border to Photos on iPhone 14 (4 Free Ways)

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Phone Date and Time settings with Set Automatically turned on, a common fix for store connection errors

How to Report a Problem to Apple Support (Devices, Purchases, Apps)

September 25, 2026April 12, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Report a problem to Apple: get device help online, in the Support app, or by phone, request refunds at reportaproblem.apple.com, and send feedback. Continue Reading How to Report a Problem to Apple Support (Devices, Purchases, Apps)

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iPhone Settings Siri page with the Listen for option set to Siri or Hey Siri and Allow Siri When Locked turned on

Hey Siri Not Working on AirPods? Here's How to Fix It

October 11, 2026April 11, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Hey Siri not working on AirPods? Check model support, turn on Listen for Hey Siri, retrain your voice, update firmware, clean the mics, and reset your AirPods. Continue Reading Hey Siri Not Working on AirPods? Here's How to Fix It

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How to Change the World Clock Widget City on an iPhone

October 23, 2026April 11, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Learn how to easily switch up your iPhone’s World Clock widgets with our simple step-by-step guide. Customize your time zones today! Continue Reading How to Change the World Clock Widget City on an iPhone

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Mac Finder Go to Folder box with the iPhone Software Updates path entered and an IPSW file shown in the folder

Where Are IPSW Files Stored on Mac and Windows?

September 24, 2026April 10, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Find downloaded iPhone and iPad IPSW files on a Mac in ~/Library/iTunes and on Windows in AppData, plus how to use or delete them safely. Continue Reading Where Are IPSW Files Stored on Mac and Windows?

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iPhone Alarm Not Working on iOS 16? 9 Fixes

October 23, 2026April 10, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Is your iPhone alarm not working after updating to iOS 16? Follow our troubleshooting guide to get it fixed and never miss a wake-up call again. Continue Reading iPhone Alarm Not Working on iOS 16? 9 Fixes

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iPhone Headphone Safety settings with the Reduce Loud Audio switch highlighted

How to Make Your iPhone Louder (Speakers, Calls and Music)

October 20, 2026April 10, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Fix low volume on iPhone 14: check media vs. ringer volume, turn off Reduce Loud Audio, use the Late Night EQ, clean speakers, and fix quiet calls. Continue Reading How to Make Your iPhone Louder (Speakers, Calls and Music)

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Does the iPhone 13 Pro Max Have a Fingerprint Sensor?

October 23, 2026April 10, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Discover if the iPhone 13 Pro Max comes equipped with a fingerprint sensor – all the details you need to know in our latest article! Continue Reading Does the iPhone 13 Pro Max Have a Fingerprint Sensor?

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The Best Apps for the iPhone Dynamic Island

October 23, 2026April 10, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Unlock the full potential of your iPhone’s Dynamic Island with these must-have apps for 2023. Enhance your user experience like never before! Continue Reading The Best Apps for the iPhone Dynamic Island

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Find My app AirPods card showing Sound Pending and the Notify When Found switch highlighted

Find My AirPods “Sound Pending”: What It Means and How to Fix It

October 20, 2026April 9, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Sound Pending means Find My cannot reach your AirPods yet. The sound plays when they reconnect. How to get in range, use Precision Finding, and Lost Mode. Continue Reading Find My AirPods “Sound Pending”: What It Means and How to Fix It

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iPhone Software Update screen with Automatic Updates and the Update Now button highlighted

How to Update Safari on iPhone and iPad (iOS Guide)

September 25, 2026April 9, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Safari updates with iOS, not the App Store. Learn how to update Safari on iPhone and iPad, turn on automatic updates, and fix updates that fail. Continue Reading How to Update Safari on iPhone and iPad (iOS Guide)

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iPhone Settings Camera page with Macro Control and Lens Correction switches highlighted

Fixing iPhone 14 Camera Focus Issues: Quick Solutions

September 27, 2026April 9, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

iPhone 14 camera not focusing? Clean the lens, tap to focus, respect focus distance, use Macro Control on Pro models, update iOS, and spot hardware problems. Continue Reading Fixing iPhone 14 Camera Focus Issues: Quick Solutions

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iOS 17: How to Change Font Size on Your iPhone

October 20, 2026April 9, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

iOS 17 lets you change system text size globally and, through Control Center, adjust text size for supported individual apps. Steps Open Settings > Display… Continue Reading iOS 17: How to Change Font Size on Your iPhone

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iPhone Wi-Fi scanner results showing networks with RSSI signal values and the Scan button highlighted

Best Apps to Check Wi-Fi Signal Strength on iPhone 14

September 28, 2026April 8, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Check Wi-Fi signal strength on iPhone 14 with AirPort Utility Wi-Fi Scanner and other top apps, learn to read dBm values, and fix weak Wi-Fi. Continue Reading Best Apps to Check Wi-Fi Signal Strength on iPhone 14

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Phone browser showing a Cannot Open Page error because the address is invalid, with the malformed address in the address bar highlighted

Safari Cannot Open the Page Because the Address Is Invalid: 7 Fixes

September 25, 2026April 8, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Fix “Safari cannot open the page because the address is invalid” on iPhone, iPad, or Mac: check the URL, clear website data, and review blockers and settings. Continue Reading Safari Cannot Open the Page Because the Address Is Invalid: 7 Fixes

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Phone wallet app card screen showing the card balance, available credit and a Pay button, with the balance highlighted

How to Check Your Apple Card Balance

September 27, 2026April 8, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Check your Apple Card balance in the iPhone Wallet app or at card.apple.com, understand balance vs statement balance, and see transactions and payments. Continue Reading How to Check Your Apple Card Balance

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Torras vs. Casekoo: Which iPhone Case Reigns Supreme?

October 11, 2026April 8, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Torras and Casekoo go head-to-head in the battle of iPhone cases. Which brand offers better protection and style? Find out in our comparison. Continue Reading Torras vs. Casekoo: Which iPhone Case Reigns Supreme?

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Tracking app item screen showing No location found with Play Sound and Find options

AirTag Not Reachable? What It Means and How to Fix It

October 20, 2026April 7, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

AirTag not reachable or showing No location found? Move closer, check Bluetooth and Location Services, replace the battery or reset the tag. Continue Reading AirTag Not Reachable? What It Means and How to Fix It

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How to Deactivate Facebook on an iPhone (iPhone 14 and Later)

October 23, 2026April 7, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

Learn how to deactivate your Facebook account on iPhone 14 with our easy step-by-step guide. Gain control over your digital life today! Continue Reading How to Deactivate Facebook on an iPhone (iPhone 14 and Later)

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iPhone Cellular settings for the Primary line with SIM Applications highlighted

“Primary: Your SIM Played a Tone” on iPhone: What It Means and How to Stop It

September 24, 2026April 6, 2024 by Kermit Matthews

“Primary: Your SIM played a tone” means a carrier SIM app made a sound. Here is why it happens and how to turn it off in SIM Applications on iPhone. Continue Reading “Primary: Your SIM Played a Tone” on iPhone: What It Means and How to Stop It

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