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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

An iPad with the Freeform app open to the Content Hub in Apple Creator Studio. Premium and generated images are placed on the board.

How to subscribe to Apple Creator Studio in Freeform on iPad

by Chris Smith
You can subscribe to Apple Creator Studio in Freeform on iPad with a monthly or annual plan, share it with family, and cancel anytime.
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The front view of iPhone SE (3rd generation). The front camera is at the top, to the left of the speaker. On the right side, from top to bottom, are the side button and the SIM tray. The Home button is at the bottom center. The Lightning connector is on the bottom edge. On the left side, from bottom to top, are the volume buttons and the Ring/Silent switch.

iPhone SE (3rd generation) hardware: buttons, cameras, and ports

by Chris Smith
You can find the cameras, buttons, and other essential hardware features on iPhone SE (3rd generation), plus links to help you get started.
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The Transfer Music from Other Services button on the Apple Account screen in Apple Music.

How to transfer music from other music services to Apple Music on iPad

by Chris Smith
You can transfer music from other music services to Apple Music on iPad, adding saved music and playlists to your library.
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The Photos app showing a collection of photos taken on a particular day.

How to find photos and videos by date on iPhone

by Chris Smith
You can find photos and videos by date on iPhone, from a recent day in Recent Days to any year or month in your library.
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The FaceTime call history, showing a Group FaceTime call, an audio call, a video message, an audio message, and a link to a FaceTime call.

How to use audio call tools in FaceTime on iPad

by Chris Smith
You can use audio call tools in FaceTime on iPad to record a one-to-one call, view its transcript, and use Hold Assist.
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The Home app with the sidebar on the left, showing Home, Automation, and Discover tabs near the top left. Categories and Rooms in the home appear below. To the right of the sidebar, at the top, are the Intercom, Add, and More Options buttons. Category buttons appear near the top. Below that are scenes, camera images, and a room with its accessories.

How to show transcriptions for Intercom messages from HomePod on iPad

by Chris Smith
You can show transcriptions for Intercom messages from HomePod on iPad, and choose when you receive Intercom notifications.
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An iPad showing an example of subtitles with a custom style.

How to display subtitles and captions on iPad

by Chris Smith
You can display subtitles and captions on iPad in supported apps, get automatic subtitles, and customize how they look.
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A Settings screen showing Accessibility options such as VoiceOver, Live Recognition, and Audio Descriptions.

How to use iPad more comfortably while riding in a vehicle

by Chris Smith
You can use iPad more comfortably while riding in a vehicle with Vehicle Motion Cues, onscreen cues that may help reduce motion sickness.
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A document is open in the Notes app. The onscreen keyboard is in the bottom half of the screen.

How to use the onscreen keyboard with VoiceOver on iPad

by Chris Smith
You can use the onscreen keyboard with VoiceOver on iPad to enter, select, and delete text and change the keyboard language.
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The Manage Collaboration screen in the Music app.

How to collaborate on a playlist in Music on iPad

by Chris Smith
You can collaborate on a playlist in Music on iPad, invite others to add and reorder songs, and approve who joins.
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