Dave Johnson

Dave Johnson is a staff writer for GeeksChalk based in New Jersey. He covers news, how-tos, and user guides for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch.
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iPhone 15 Plus in black is shown from the back next to iPhone 15 in pink, which is shown from the front.
Troubleshooting

How to Fix iPhone Unavailable without Computer 4 Easy Ways

Wondering how to fix iPhone Unavailable without computer? Here's a guide to remove iPhone Unavailable…

By Dave Johnson
The iPhone Unavailable screen in iOS 17 or later includes a Forgot Passcode? option. Ā 
Troubleshooting

How to Fix iPhone Unavailable No Erase Option: 4 Methods

This article lists several methods to fix iPhone Unavailable screen without erase iPhone option

By Dave Johnson
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Troubleshooting

iPad Unavailable No Erase Option? How to Fix It!

Does your iPad say ā€œiPad Unavailableā€ and thereā€™s no Erase option? Here are a few…

By Dave Johnson
iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max are shown in gold.
Troubleshooting

iPhone Security Lockout No Erase Option? How to Unlock!

If your iPhone says Security Lockout but there is no erase iPhone option, here's how…

By Dave Johnson
iPad Pro in space gray
Troubleshooting

How to Fix iPad Unavailable Without Computer: 4 Easy Methods

Learn the easiest ways to fix iPad Unavailable without a computer

By Dave Johnson
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Troubleshooting

How to fix “iPad Unavailable” message on any iPad

Forgotten your password? Can't unlock your iPad? This guide will teach you how to remove…

By Dave Johnson
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Troubleshooting

4 Ways to Bypass “Security Lockout” on any iPhone

Hereā€™s how to bypass Security Lockout on any iPhone using official methods

By Dave Johnson
The iPhone Unavailable screen in iOS 17 or later includes a Forgot Passcode? option. Ā 
Troubleshooting

How To Fix iPhone Unavailable With No Timer error: 4 Methods

Does your iPhone say ā€œiPhone Unavailableā€ and thereā€™s no timer? Here are a few ways…

By Dave Johnson
Three iPhone 14 Pro devices show the updated Phone, FaceTime, and Messages experiences in iOS 17. Ā 
Troubleshooting

Unable to Contact the iMessage or FaceTime Server, how to fix

Learn how to troubleshoot if you are unable to contact FaceTime server or iMessage server

By Dave Johnson
iPhone 15 in blue is shown from the front and back.
How To

How to type the Cent symbol on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac keyboard

It's easy to type a cent symbol on iPhone, iPad, or Mac keyboard.

By Dave Johnson

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