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Author: Marcus Mears III
Marcus Mears III
Marcus Mears III is a lifelong technology enthusiast with half a decade of experience developing prose that keeps readers in the know. With hundreds of reviews, buying guides, and how-to explainers across a number of tech and lifestyle publications like How-To Geek, MakeUseOf, and iGeeksBlog, Mears’ work helps readers around the globe learn to make the most of their devices and software. He uses a 2016 MacBook Pro as his daily driver laptop and a self-built Windows PC for gaming and productivity.
How to forward calls on iPhone with any carrier
Learn how to forward calls on your iPhone with any carrier in just a few simple steps.
Mouse cursor disappears on Mac? Here’s how to fix!
A vanishing cursor is a known macOS quirk rather than a hardware fault. Here is the shake gesture that brings it back instantly, plus the fixes for when it keeps disappearing.
How to find the owner of a lost or stolen iPhone or iPad
Returning a lost iPhone is harder than it should be. Here is how to reach the owner when the device is unlocked, what to do when a passcode blocks you, and the legal cautions worth knowing.
How to export your iPhone Contacts to Excel as VCF
A vCard export gets your contacts out of Apple's ecosystem in one file. Here is how to download the VCF from iCloud, convert it to CSV or Excel, and the third-party tools that skip a step.
Why is my iPhone not charging? 9 Ways to fix it
Charging failures are usually lint in the port or a damaged cable, not a dead battery. These nine fixes start with the cheap checks and escalate only if the simple ones do not work.
Mac Recovery Mode not working issue? 14 Tips to fix it
If Recovery Mode will not load, you cannot reinstall macOS or run Disk Utility. Here is why Command R fails, what to do about a deleted recovery partition, and the alternatives per macOS version.
iPhone speaker not working? Here’s how to fix it
If callers cannot hear you or audio is silent, the phone may be stuck in headphone mode or routing to another device. Here is how to diagnose it and the fixes in order of effort.
9 Ways to fix Screen Recording not working on iPhone and iPad
Screen recording fails because of Screen Time restrictions, low storage, or apps that block capture. These nine fixes work through each cause so you can record again.
Safari Clear History and Data grayed out on iPhone? 4 Fixes!
When Clear History and Website Data is dimmed, a Screen Time web content restriction is nearly always the cause. These four fixes cover restrictions, a restart, workarounds, and a settings reset.
Camera upside down on iPhone? How to fix it!
An upside-down camera preview is a software glitch, not a hardware fault. These solutions cover force quitting the app, orientation lock, restarts, and iOS updates to get the view the right way up.
How to delete Mac partition on Mac (SSD or HDD)
Old partitions strand storage you could be using. Here is how to delete one with Disk Utility, the Terminal route when the graphical tool refuses, and how to remove a Boot Camp volume safely.
Apple Watch not updating Weather app: Tips to fix it
Stale forecasts on Apple Watch usually come down to location permissions or a sync problem with your iPhone. These four fixes move from a quick restart to a full unpair and re-pair.
How to fix Google Chrome crashing issues on Mac
Chrome crashes on macOS usually trace to a bad extension, a corrupted cache, or hardware acceleration. These fixes work through each cause so you can find the culprit without reinstalling.
How to clean and speed up your old iPad
An aging iPad usually slows because of full storage and accumulated app data rather than the processor. Here is how to clean it out and restore responsiveness without buying a new one.
Finder not responding on Mac? How to fix it
A frozen Finder makes the whole Mac feel broken. Here is how to relaunch it without restarting, clear the preference files that cause repeat hangs, and the deeper fixes if it persists.
How to select text on iPhone using keyboard as trackpad
Despite the stiff competition from the best third-party keyboards, Apple’s QuickType keyboard remains my firm favorite for various reasons. Among…
Bounty Sports: Fantasy Pickems iOS game review
Tired of losing fantasy draft contests to lifelong experts? Looking for a simpler, more rewarding way to enjoy fantasy sports?…
pCloud Storage: Store and manage files on your Mac and iPhone
We’ve all lost pictures, documents, or videos because we didn’t back them up. Whether it be due to a corrupt…
Smartish iPhone 13 Series cases: Protect in style
With the recent release of the iPhone 13 comes the need for iPhone 13 cases. And whether you like to…
How to use AirPlay on Apple Watch
AirPlay on watchOS is more limited than on iPhone, which surprises people. Here is what it can actually do, how to pick an output device, and how to control a HomePod from your wrist.
BuhoCleaner: Clean app for a fresh Mac
BuhoCleaner promises faster boot times and reclaimed storage. We walk through its junk scanning, app uninstaller, startup item manager, and duplicate finder to judge whether it earns a spot on your Mac.
How to add filters to video on iPhone or iPad
The Photos app applies filters to video, not just stills, and the change is fully reversible. Here is how to do it on iPhone, along with the third-party apps worth using for stronger looks.
Magic Pin review: Trade Disney collectible pins on iPhone
Disney pin trading has moved online. Magic Pin gives collectors a dedicated marketplace on iPhone. We look at how listings and trades work, the interface, and how well it serves collectors.
TrypScore for iPhone review: Make the roadway a safer place
TrypScore rates each trip on braking, acceleration, and phone use, turning safe driving into a score. We look at how the tracking works and whether the feedback actually changes habits.
iPad Pro not charging? Here’s how to fix it
A charging failure is usually the cable, adapter, or a clogged port rather than the battery. Here is how to test each one in order and the software fixes worth trying before a repair.
How to delete Documents and Data on iPhone and iPad
Documents and Data is cached app content that quietly consumes gigabytes. This guide explains why apps cache, how to see what each one stores, and the safest ways to clear it on iPhone and iPad.
Sloan #1 Student loan app review: Student loan solution
Having trouble figuring out how to pay your student loans? Want an effortless way to set up weekly or monthly…