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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

A screen showing six provided Focus options—Do Not Disturb, Driving, No messages during calls, Sleep, Personal, and Work. The Share Across Devices button is on, which allows the same Focus settings to be used across your Apple devices.

How to use a Sleep Focus on iPad

by Chris Smith
You can use a Sleep Focus on iPad to reduce distractions before and during bedtime, filtering notifications and calls.
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The Reminders app, showing a new task being added to the Reminders list.

How to work with templates in Reminders on iPad

by Chris Smith
You can work with templates in Reminders on iPad to reuse lists for routines and packing lists, and share templates with others.
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The charging information card in iPhone Battery settings. The card shows the battery at 95% with the message "Charging on Hold: iPhone Temperature." A note below indicates that charging will resume when the iPhone temperature returns to normal.

Why iPad slows or pauses charging when it’s too hot or cold

by Chris Smith
You can understand Thermally Limited Charging on iPad, which slows or pauses charging in hot or cold conditions to protect the battery.
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The Add Account screen showing different contacts services.

How to import contacts on iPad

by Chris Smith
You can import contacts on iPad from a vCard attachment or add a contact from a directory.
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The charging information card in iPad Battery settings. The card shows the battery at 80% with the message "Charged to 80% Limit." A button provides the option to "Charge to 100%.

How to set a charge limit on iPad

by Chris Smith
You can set a charge limit on iPad to stop charging at 80% and reduce battery wear, or change it back to 100%.
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A photo of a real estate sign, with the phone number highlighted. Above the phone number are the Call, Message, Add to Contacts, and Copy options.

How to interact with text in an image in Preview on iPad

by Chris Smith
You can interact with text in an image in Preview on iPad with Live Text, and copy, translate, call, or email from it.
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A map showing a dropped pin in a park. Below it, buttons to get directions to the pin, download its surrounding area, or move it appear.

How to report an issue with Maps on iPad

by Chris Smith
You can report an issue with Maps on iPad, add something that's missing, or report a closed business or wrong direction.
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The Share Contact window in the Contacts app.

How to export contacts on iPad

by Chris Smith
You can export contacts on iPad from a list in Contacts, choose which fields to include, and send them with Messages or Mail.
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An iPad showing a map with several driving route options to the same destination. Each route shows the estimated time and distance, and a Steps button to see detailed directions. Color coding on each route indicates traffic conditions.

How to check traffic conditions and report traffic incidents in Maps on iPad

by Chris Smith
You can check traffic conditions and report traffic incidents in Maps on iPad, like accidents, hazards, and speed checks.
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The Battery screen in Settings on iPad. It displays a daily usage graph, a list of apps with their battery consumption, and settings for Battery Health, Battery Percentage, and Low Power Mode.

How to check iPad battery usage and battery health

by Chris Smith
You can understand your iPad battery usage and health, with daily usage, app and system activity, and battery health information.
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