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Chris Smith

Chris Smith is a senior editor at GeeksModo based in Canada. He likes to think of himself as a jack of all trades (and a master of at least a few), though he mainly focuses on iPhones and Macs. Often covering both at the same time. When not surrounded by various Apple devices while putting them through their paces, Chris can be found streaming the latest movies or series, gaming on his PS5, or getting fresh air on a hike in the beautiful wilderness of British Columbia.

Chris Smith's Articles

iPhone 18 Pro, burgundy finish, partial back exterior angled to show pro camera system in top left corner, 3 lenses, microphone, flash

iPhone 18 Pro Max Not Receiving Texts? Here’s How to Fix It

by Chris Smith
Turn off message filtering if texts aren't showing up on your iPhone 18 Pro Max.
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A burgundy iPhone 18 Pro with coordinating case is paired with a magenta Crossbody Strap.

Can’t Make Calls on iPhone 18 Pro Max? 10 Ways to Fix It

by Chris Smith
If calls won't go through on your iPhone 18 Pro Max, turn Airplane Mode on and off.
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The front of a burgundy iPhone 18 Pro is displayed next to a rear-facing burgundy iPhone 18 Pro Max.

iMessage Sent as Text on iPhone 18 Pro Max? Here’s Why

by Chris Smith
Learn why messages may send as green text bubbles on your iPhone 18 Pro Max instead of blue iMessages.
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iPhone 18 Pro in glacier is paired with the glacier Wrist Strap.

iMessage Not Delivered on iPhone 18 Pro Max? How to Fix It

by Chris Smith
Learn why an iMessage may not deliver from your iPhone 18 Pro Max and how to resend it as a text message.
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iPhone 18 Pro in glacier is paired with the glacier Wrist Strap.

How to Use Siri When Your iPhone 18 Pro Max Screen Is Covered

by Chris Smith
If Siri doesn't respond when your iPhone 18 Pro Max is face-down, turn on Always Listen for “Siri” in Accessibility settings.
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10 Key Troubleshooting Tips for iPhone 18 Pro Max

by Chris Smith
Try these key troubleshooting tips when your iPhone 18 Pro Max runs into a problem.
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How to Stop iPhone 18 Pro Max Suggesting Text Effects

by Chris Smith
Turn off Predictive Text if your iPhone 18 Pro Max keeps suggesting Text Effects as you type.
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A burgundy iPhone 18 Pro with coordinating case is paired with a magenta Crossbody Strap.

iPhone 18 Pro Max Flashlight Turning On by Itself? Here’s Why

by Chris Smith
Check Back Tap in Accessibility settings if the flashlight on your iPhone 18 Pro Max turns on by itself.
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The front of a burgundy iPhone 18 Pro is displayed next to a rear-facing burgundy iPhone 18 Pro Max.

iPhone 18 Pro Max Depth Effect Not Working? Here’s the Fix

by Chris Smith
Learn why Depth Effect may not work with your iPhone 18 Pro Max Lock Screen wallpaper.
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iPhone 18 Pro is displayed in black, silver, glacier, and burgundy.

Instagram Lagging on iPhone 18 Pro Max? Here’s How to Fix It

by Chris Smith
Learn how to fix a slow or laggy Instagram app on your iPhone 18 Pro Max.
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