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iPhone, iPad, Mac, iCloud and AirPods how-tos: settings, resets, backups and fixes. Start with the iPhone tips and fixes guide, resetting, restoring and updating an iPhone, the iPad guide, the Mac and macOS guide or the Apple Account and iCloud guide, plus using Apple devices with a Windows PC.

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Apple ID locked and not active - iPhone and MacBook

This account is locked and can’t be used: how to fix Apple Account not active

October 31, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
Apple ID locked and not active - iPhone and MacBook

Apple Account locked or not active? Reset the password, tap Request Access, or start account recovery at iforgot.apple.com. What to do when Apple denies access.

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Apple Devices app on Mac - MacBook Pro on a desk

Can you run the Apple Devices app on Mac? Use Finder instead

October 31, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
Apple Devices app on Mac - MacBook Pro on a desk

The Apple Devices app runs only on Windows. On a Mac with macOS Catalina or later, Finder does the same jobs: sync, back up, update and restore your iPhone or iPad.

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iPhone 11 water resistance - iPhone close-up

Is the iPhone 11 water resistant? IP68 rating and water damage explained

October 31, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
iPhone 11 water resistance - iPhone close-up

The iPhone 11 is water resistant, rated IP68 to 2 meters for up to 30 minutes, but not waterproof. See how it compares and what to do if it gets wet.

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iPhone Mail not working after iOS update - iPhone home screen apps

Mail not working on iPhone after iOS 18 update? How to fix it

October 31, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
iPhone Mail not working after iOS update - iPhone home screen apps

Mail not working on iPhone after the iOS 18 update? Check categories, re-enter your password, resend from Outbox, fix Fetch settings and re-add the account.

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EarPods play/pause button not working - white wired earphones

Apple EarPods play/pause button not working on iPhone: how to fix it

October 31, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
EarPods play/pause button not working - white wired earphones

Apple EarPods play/pause button not working until you restart the iPhone? Update iOS, clean the port, check Bluetooth and test the center button step by step.

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Transfer Apple Cash to Apple Savings - iPhone contactless payment

How to transfer Apple Cash to Apple Savings

October 31, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
Transfer Apple Cash to Apple Savings - iPhone contactless payment

Transfer Apple Cash to Apple Savings in the Wallet app with Add Money and Transfer From. Steps, timing, limits, moving money back and fixes for failed transfers.

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Download the Finder - Apple iMac on a desk

Can you download Finder? Where to get Finder on Mac and Windows

October 31, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
Download the Finder - Apple iMac on a desk

Can you download Finder? No. Finder is built into macOS and cannot be downloaded. Open it on Mac, relaunch it when it freezes, and use File Explorer on Windows.

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Apple charging $159.99 - credit card on a payment terminal

Why is Apple charging me $159.99 with no subscriptions? How to find the charge

October 31, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
Apple charging $159.99 - credit card on a payment terminal

Apple charging you $159.99 with no subscriptions? Find the charge in your purchase history, check family and other Apple Accounts, then cancel or request a refund.

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iPhone 17 Pro Max speaker very weak - iPhone Pro camera close-up

iPhone 17 Pro Max speaker very weak? How to fix it

October 31, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
iPhone 17 Pro Max speaker very weak - iPhone Pro camera close-up

iPhone 17 Pro Max speaker very weak or quiet? Turn off the Built-In Speaker volume limit and Reduce Loud Sounds, clean the grille, then test the ringtone slider.

Posted in: Apple, How to
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Apple Cash transfer not received - phone payment at a card terminal

Apple Cash transfer never received? How to fix it

October 31, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
Apple Cash transfer not received - phone payment at a card terminal

Apple Cash transfer never received? Check if it is pending, accept it in Messages, wait out bank timelines, and know when to call Green Dot Bank.

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Find My for Beats headphones - wireless headphones

How to use Find My for Beats headphones and earbuds

October 31, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
Find My for Beats headphones - wireless headphones

Find My for Beats headphones shows their last connected location on iPhone, Mac or iCloud.com, plays a sound and, on Android, works through Locate My Beats.

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Apple Watch stuck in sleep mode - smartwatch in hand

Apple Watch stuck in sleep mode when your iPhone is not? How to fix it

October 31, 2026 by Philip Celasco Leave a Comment
Apple Watch stuck in sleep mode - smartwatch in hand

Apple Watch stuck in sleep mode while your iPhone is not? Turn off the Sleep Focus in Control Center, fix Turn On at Wind Down, and restart both devices.

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