The message which says "searching" that sometimes comes up on your iPhone essentially means one thing: the device is not able to connect to a cellular network. There are several possible reasons that you might be getting that message. You'll want to resolve the...
Have you noticed that your iPhone seems to be running slower than it used to? If so, you needn’t be alarmed, as this is a relatively common problem. There are a few different possible causes. There are also various troubleshooting tactics that you can try with a...
What is the “verifying update” message that you might see on your iPhone’s screen? Well, the most common time that you’re going to see it on the display is when you’re doing an iOS update. iOS is the platform that runs on Apple products like your phone, and...
Most people have smart phones in this era, and iPhones consistently top the list of bestsellers. However, some consumers worry about security when it comes to their electronic devices. It stands to reason that this might be a subject for legitimate concern since you...
If you’ve got yourself an Apple watch, then in most cases you should be enjoying it, if overall customer feedback is any indication. Apple has seen some great market penetration with this product, and sales show no signs of slowing down. There are a few problems that...
A persistent “No Service” message on your iPhone means that you won’t be able to do some of the basic things with the device that are otherwise possible. You won’t be able to make calls, use mobile data, or send and receive text messages. The only way that you will be...
So, you’ve got yourself an iPhone. Maybe you have a brand-new one, or perhaps you picked one up used. Now you can use it whenever and however you want, right? Well, not exactly. There are some carriers that place a so-called “lock” on your phone. While it’s on there,...
Does your iPhone seem to be working okay, but you notice that the screen is darker than it should be? If that's what's going on with your device, then it can be frustrating when you're trying to do things like watch movies, text, or browse the internet. There are some...
Have you ever heard of a SIM card before? If not, your SIM card is a part of your iPhone that is used to store data. It has your mobile phone number on there, your billing information, the phone company you use, and your address book data, among other things. Every...
All four major US telecom providers offer iPhone trade-in and other incentive programs. In 2018, Sprint kicked off upgrade season with offers for free iPhone XRs and iPhone XSs for qualifying trade-ins. Once again, Sprint has beaten the other major carriers to the...
Target is one of the biggest retailers in the United States. With 1,871 locations around the country, chances are there’s one in your neighborhood. Shoppers love Target for its great prices, quality products, and it’s slightly upmarket feel compared to its...
Is your iPhone microphone not working? A malfunctioning microphone is way more than an inconvenience but can make your phone virtually unusable. The microphone is one of the most important pieces of hardware on our iPhones. It’s not just for calls, but for Siri,...
The iPhone and iPad Touch ID is a fan favorite among Apple users. Until Apple released FaceID in 2017, it was the best biometric security feature able to authenticate your identity and make purchases in the App Store and other places. If you’re experiencing issues...
Oh no! You’ve just dropped your phone in a puddle of water—what do you do now? Even on the latest iPhones which claim to be highly water resistant, moisture can seriously damage your phone. Unfortunately, fixing serious water damage is not something you’ll likely be...
The buttons that you use most with your iPhone are probably going to be the Home and the Volume buttons. You use them almost every time you have a session with the device. But what can you do if one of these buttons gets stuck in place? In this article, we’ll go over...
Most of us have probably lost count of how many iPhone cords we have purchased over the years. It’s easy to complain about a broken charger, but let’s be honest—we don’t exactly treat the cords too nicely. We constantly throw them around, plug and unplug our phones...
iPhone DFU Mode, device firmware update, is the ultimate solution to many Apple iOS software issues. You can use it to jailbreak, reverse jailbreak, update from beta, or fix a host of different issues. DFU mode is an excellent choice when you’ve tried everything, and...
We’ve all been there. After checking our pockets, under the bed, in our cars, and around the office, we simply can’t find our phones. Having your phone lost—or worse, stolen—is no fun at all. Fortunately, however, a lot has changed since the days of flip phones when a...