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iMessage Notification Sound Not Working on iOS 17? 7 Fixes
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iMessage Notification Sound Not Working on iOS 17? 7 Fixes

Darryl Dsouza · April 8, 2024

Are iMessage notification sounds not working on iOS 17? Here’s what to do if you don’t get alerts and banners for incoming messages.

How To Drop a Pin on iPhone Using Apple Maps/Google Maps
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How To Drop a Pin on iPhone Using Apple Maps/Google Maps

Darryl Dsouza · April 7, 2024

We’ll help you learn how to drop a pin in Maps on iPhone to share a location, bookmark it, or use it to navigate to your parked vehicle.

‘Account Has Been Disabled in App Store and iTunes’ [Solved]
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'Account Has Been Disabled in App Store and iTunes' [Solved]

Jose Luansing Jr. · April 7, 2024

Is the “Your account has been disabled in the App Store and iTunes” error appearing on your iPhone? Here’s how to reactivate your account.

Ways To Find Lost AirPods That Are Offline and Dead
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Ways To Find Lost AirPods That Are Offline and Dead

Arnold Zafra · April 7, 2024

Losing your AirPods is a big inconvenience, especially when you can’t locate them. Here’s how to find lost, offline, or dead AirPods.

How To Quickly Transfer Apple Cash to a Bank Account
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How To Quickly Transfer Apple Cash to a Bank Account

Nick deCourville · April 4, 2024

Our full guide covers what you need to know about making a transfer from Apple Cash to a valid bank account or debit card.

Can’t Sign Out of Apple ID? Here’s What To Do
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Can’t Sign Out of Apple ID? Here’s What To Do

Darryl Dsouza · April 4, 2024

Is the Sign Out button on your Apple ID settings glitching or grayed out? Here’s what to do if you can’t sign out of your Apple ID account.

How to Unsend or Edit a Message on iPhone, iPad and Mac
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How to Unsend or Edit a Message on iPhone, iPad and Mac

Jose Luansing Jr. · April 2, 2024

Are you having doubts about an iMessage that you recently sent? Here’s how to delete iMessages on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch.

Sony Headphones App Not Connecting in iOS 17? 5 Solutions
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Sony Headphones App Not Connecting in iOS 17? 5 Solutions

Nick deCourville · April 2, 2024

If the Sony Headphones app is not connecting after moving to iOS 17, our guide can help make the proper connection again.

iPhone 15 Beeping Sound While Charging? 6 Ways to Fix it
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iPhone 15 Beeping Sound While Charging? 6 Ways to Fix it

Sajid Shaik · April 1, 2024

Does your iPhone 15 beep while charging? Here are some troubleshooting steps for your iPhone, charging cable, and power adapter.

How to Update an Old iPad to iOS 16
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How to Update an Old iPad to iOS 16

Christopher Burke · April 1, 2024

It is so important to perform a regular update to an old iPad, and many of the old devices still support iOS 16.

Contact Posters Not Sharing on iOS 17? Here’s What To Do
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Contact Posters Not Sharing on iOS 17? Here’s What To Do

Jose Luansing Jr. · March 31, 2024

Are your friends not seeing your new Contact Posters? Here are some fixes for when your Contact Posters are not sharing on iOS 17.

Fix: Private Browsing Greyed Out in Safari on iPhone, iPad and Mac
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Fix: Private Browsing Greyed Out in Safari on iPhone, iPad and Mac

Darryl Dsouza · March 31, 2024

If you can’t find or use the Private Browsing Mode in Safari, here’s how to fix Private Browsing in Safari on iPhone or iPad.

Unable To Install Stock Apple Apps on Your iPhone? Here’s What To Do
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Unable To Install Stock Apple Apps on Your iPhone? Here’s What To Do

Amalia S · March 31, 2024

Unable to install stock Apple apps on your iPhone? Don’t worry—the troubleshooting steps in this guide will help you get your apps back.

Notes Not Syncing Between iPhone and Mac? Try These 6 Fixes
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Notes Not Syncing Between iPhone and Mac? Try These 6 Fixes

Kanika Modi · March 30, 2024

If your notes are not syncing between your iPhone and Mac, try out these simple troubleshooting steps to fix the error.

The 6 Best Lanyard Options for Your AirPods Pro
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The 6 Best Lanyard Options for Your AirPods Pro

Sajid Shaik · March 29, 2024

Do you always misplace your AirPods? Consider tying your AirPods Pro case to a lanyard; check out some of the best options.

How Do I Fix the Calibrate Screen Pop-Up on the iPad
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How Do I Fix the Calibrate Screen Pop-Up on the iPad

Darryl Dsouza · March 29, 2024

Is your iPad displaying a Calibrate pop-up in certain apps? Here’s how you can get rid of the Calibrate Screen pop-up from your iPad.

Is Your iPhone Automatically Adding Contacts? 2 Solutions
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Is Your iPhone Automatically Adding Contacts? 2 Solutions

Nick deCourville · March 29, 2024

Is your Contacts list four miles long from your iPhone adding them automatically? Let our guide do the cleaning for you.

Choose Another Phone Number or Email Address To Call FaceTime Error? 7 Effective Fixes
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Choose Another Phone Number or Email Address To Call FaceTime Error? 7 Effective Fixes

Darryl Dsouza · March 28, 2024

Here’s how to fix the Choose Another Phone Number or Email Address To Call Contact issue in FaceTime on iPhone.

How to Fix Your Account Has Been Disabled in the App Store or iTunes
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How to Fix Your Account Has Been Disabled in the App Store or iTunes

Amalia S · March 28, 2024

Unlock your disabled Apple account with these ten fixes and regain access to the App Store and iTunes hassle-free.

5 Ways To Fix Apple Pencil Not Working But Connected Error
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5 Ways To Fix Apple Pencil Not Working But Connected Error

Kanika Modi · March 28, 2024

Is your Apple Pencil not working even though it’s connected to your iPad? Don’t worry, this isn’t permanent. Follow this guide to know more.

Are iPhone 15 Pro Photos Dark? 5 Bright Solutions
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Are iPhone 15 Pro Photos Dark? 5 Bright Solutions

Nick deCourville · March 28, 2024

Do you think iPhone 15 Pro photos are too dark? Some may disagree, but our guide gives you solutions to help add light to your photos.

What Is the Services Menu on Mac? And How To Use It?
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What Is the Services Menu on Mac? And How To Use It?

Sajid Shaik · March 27, 2024

Ever wondered about the Services Menu on your Mac or how to use it? This guide will explain everything about the Services menu and how to use it.

How Does AirTag Tracking Actually Work?
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How Does AirTag Tracking Actually Work?

Christopher Burke · March 27, 2024

An AirTag is one of the most affordable and useful products Apple makes. Now find out how AirTag tracking actually works.

What To Do if FaceTime Self-View Window Stays Large
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What To Do if FaceTime Self-View Window Stays Large

Nick deCourville · March 27, 2024

If the FaceTime Self-View window is too large and you’re tired of looking at your own face, our handy guide provides working solutions.

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