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Dave Johnson

Dave Johnson is the editor-in-chief at GeeksModo where he oversees all of site’s evergreen content to ensure it’s up to date with the latest information. Hailing from New Jersey in the US, he has over seven years of experience in the tech journalism space and holds a degree in English Literature. In his spare time, Dave can found checking out the latest video games, immersing himself in his favorite sporting pastime of football, and petting every dog he comes across in the outside world.

Dave Johnson's Articles

The add calendar account settings showing different calendar providers.

How to get started with Calendar on iPad

by Dave Johnson
You can get started with Calendar on iPad, add accounts, create events, add quick reminders, and sync your calendar.
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An iPad screen shows a response from Siri identifying what's on the screen.

How to ask Siri AI about what’s on your iPad screen

by Dave Johnson
You can use Siri AI to learn about what's on your iPad screen, asking questions and taking action on your screen and screenshots.
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A poll in Messages.

How to poll people in Messages on iPad

by Dave Johnson
You can poll people in Messages on iPad, start or suggest a poll, vote, and add options to a poll.
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The Home Screen for the Passwords app, with buttons for All, Passkeys, Verification Codes, W-Fi, Security, and Deleted, along with a list of Shared Groups.

How to automatically fill in one-time verification codes on iPad

by Dave Johnson
You can automatically fill in one-time verification codes on iPad, set them up with a QR code, and skip SMS messages or extra apps.
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A Settings screen showing Accessibility options such as VoiceOver, Live Recognition, and Audio Descriptions.

How to change Siri accessibility settings on iPad

by Dave Johnson
You can change Siri accessibility settings on iPad, set how long Siri waits, change how fast Siri speaks, and type to Siri.
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The Add Account screen showing a field to enter your email address.

How to set up mail, contacts, and calendar accounts on iPad

by Dave Johnson
You can set up mail, contacts, and calendar accounts on iPad with Microsoft Exchange and popular internet-based services.
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A MacBook Air and an iPad sitting side by side. Both screens show the Mac desktop with a purple Screen Mirroring icon in the menu bar.

How to use Continuity to work across Apple devices on iPad

by Dave Johnson
You can use Continuity to work across Apple devices on iPad, with Sidecar, AirDrop, Handoff, and Universal Clipboard.
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The Files app displaying multiple folders and locations named Downloads, Letters, Family, and so on. At the bottom of the screen are buttons for Recent files, Shared files, and the Browse tab.

How to transfer files between your iPad and other devices

by Dave Johnson
You can transfer files between your iPad and other devices wirelessly with AirDrop, Mail, or Messages, with a cable, or with iCloud.
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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 use automations in Home on iPad

by Dave Johnson
You can use automations in Home on iPad based on the time of day, your location, a sensor, or an accessory.
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A view of the Home app showing multiple residents.

How to control your home remotely with iPad

by Dave Johnson
You can control your home remotely with iPad using the Home app and a home hub like Apple TV 4K or HomePod.
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