Abigail Shilets

Abigail is a staff writer for GeeksChalk based in Pennsylvania. She covers news, how-tos, and user guides for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. Before becoming a writer Abigail studied computer science at University and also worked at Apple for more than two years. When not creating masterpiece for GeeksChalk, you can usually find Abigail hiking, climbing, or otherwise unplugged.
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The front of a burgundy iPhone 18 Pro is displayed next to a rear-facing burgundy iPhone 18 Pro Max.
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FaceTime Call Won’t End on iPhone 18 Pro? Fix

Learn how to fix the problem if your iPhone 18 Pro is stuck on FaceTime…

By Abigail Shilets
A burgundy iPhone 18 Pro with coordinating case is paired with a magenta Crossbody Strap.
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iPhone 18 Pro Shows Unread Messages Even When There Are None

Learn how to get rid of the Message app's red dot notification on Messages when…

By Abigail Shilets
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Messages Not Working on iPhone 18 Pro, Showing Spinning Wheel, Fix

You may not be able to send messages to certain contacts. The contacts may appear…

By Abigail Shilets
iPhone 18 Pro in glacier is paired with the Clear Case.
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What to Do When Your iPhone 18 Pro Won’t Turn off or Won’t Respond

This article explains what you can do when your iPhone 18 Pro wonā€™t turn off.

By Abigail Shilets
A burgundy iPhone 18 Pro with coordinating case is paired with a magenta Crossbody Strap.
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iPhone 18 Pro Static Hissing Noise From Speaker While charging? Fix

Learn why your iPhone 18 Pro is making static hissing noise from speaker while charging…

By Abigail Shilets
iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Ma iPhone 18 Pro, back exterior, burgundy color (dark red)
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Missed Call Notifications Won’t Go Away on iPhone 18 Pro? What to Do

Missed call notifications on iPhone 18 Pro are supposed to disappear after you clear or…

By Abigail Shilets
The front of a burgundy iPhone 18 Pro is displayed next to a rear-facing burgundy iPhone 18 Pro Max.
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iPhone 18 Pro Unable to Contact the iMessage or FaceTime Server, Fix

Learn how to fix the problem if your iPhone 18 Pro is unable to contact…

By Abigail Shilets
A burgundy iPhone 18 Pro with coordinating case is paired with a magenta Crossbody Strap.
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iPhone 18 Pro: Unable to Verify Update iOS Failed Verification Because You are no Longer Connected to the Internet

Learn how to fix ā€œUnable to verify update. iOS \[version\] failed verification because you are…

By Abigail Shilets
The front of a burgundy iPhone 18 Pro is displayed next to a rear-facing burgundy iPhone 18 Pro Max.
Troubleshooting

iMessage Effects Not Working on iPhone 18 Pro, Fix

This article explains what you can do when iMessage effects do not work on your…

By Abigail Shilets
The front of a burgundy iPhone 18 Pro is displayed next to a rear-facing burgundy iPhone 18 Pro Max.
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Your iPhone 18 Pro Gets Hot? Why and How To Fix

An iPhone 18 Pro getting too hot can be a serious problem. Hereā€™s how to…

By Abigail Shilets

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