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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.

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iPhone Won’t Turn On in iOS 27? Here’s why (and what to do)

by Dave Johnson
Even the best smartphone is pretty useless if you can’t get it going. Luckily, we have solutions if your iPhone won’t turn on after iOS 27 update. There is nothing new about the problem of
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How to fix iPhone not connecting to App Store after iOS 27 update

by Dave Johnson
The iOS App Store is by and large the only way you can get apps on your iPhone and iPad. Naturally, that means if you are, for some reason, unable to use the App Store,
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How to Turn Off Google AI Overviews on iPhone and Mac

by Dave Johnson
You can turn off Google AI overview. Here’s How to do it on iPhone, iPad or Mac Annoyed by AI summaries taking over your search results page? There’s no official way to turn off Google
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How To Fix iPhone Screen Not Responding To Touch

by Dave Johnson
Summary If your iPhone screen is not responding to touch, there are a few things you can try when troubleshooting the problem. First, clean off your screen, and your fingers. If you have a case
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13 hidden iOS 26 features you need to know

by Dave Johnson
There are a ton of changes and new features in iOS 26, including major additions like the Liquid Glass design overhaul. We’ve covered a lot of the more notable updates already, but there are also
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Here’s How to Soft Reset Your iPhone 17

by Dave Johnson
It’s normal for the iPhone 17 to have a hiccup now and then. Fortunately, you can often resolve the problem at home without any cost. The solution is to soft reset your iPhone 17. Let’s
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iOS 26

iPhone Can’t Back Up to iCloud After iOS 26 Update? Here’s The Fix

by Dave Johnson
It’s easy to back up your iPhone. So easy, in fact, that your iPhone normally backs up automatically, so you don’t have to do anything. However, this doesn’t always go according to plan; some users
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How to Fix iPhone Not Sending Pictures to Android After iOS 26 Update

by Dave Johnson
If your iPhone won’t send pictures to Android after iOS 26 update, ensure you’ve configured your phone’s settings correctly to avoid issues. Double-check the recipient’s number for typos and make sure you’ve enabled SMS before
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How to Fix iPhone Voicemail Not Working in iOS 26

by Dave Johnson
If you’re iPhone voicemail isn’t working after iOS 26 update, there are several troubleshooting steps you can try. First, make sure the voicemail and greeting are set up properly in your Phone app. You can
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iOS 26 Mail app

How to Fix iPhone Emails Not Updating After iOS 26 Update

by Dave Johnson
If your iPhone emails aren’t updating after iOS 26 update, several issues could be the culprit. These include incorrect settings, software problems, differences in email protocols, and more. Here are different ways to fix your
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