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 17, Back and front exterior overlapping, Sage color, Dual Fusion Camera System, dynamic island, camera control
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How to Fix iPhone 17 Pro Max Static Hissing Noise From Speaker While Charging

This article explains How to fix iPhone 17 Pro Max static hissing noise from speaker…

By Dave Johnson
iPhone 17, back exterior, lavender color, Dual Fusion camera system, front exterior, all screen design, Dynamic Island, thin black display border, side exterior, Action button, volume buttons, Side button, Camera Control button  
Troubleshooting

Missing Photos in iMessage After iOS 26 Update? Learn How to Fix the Photos Tab Bug

Learn How to Fix Missing Photos in iMessage After iOS 26 Update

By Dave Johnson
Multiple iPhone 17 devices shown upright and featuring the full color lineup: lavender, mist blue, sage, white, and black.
Troubleshooting

iPhone Alarm Sound Not Playing on iOS 26? How to Fix

Learn How to Fix iOS 26 Alarm Issues on iPhone:

By Dave Johnson
macOS Tahoe 26
Troubleshooting

Touch ID Not Working on Mac After macOS 26 Tahoe? Fix

Learn How to Fix the problem if Touch ID is Not Working on Mac After…

By Dave Johnson
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Troubleshooting

Is Your iPhone 17 Not Making Calls? Here’s How to Fix it

One of the main purposes of an iPhone is to make phone calls, but it…

By Dave Johnson
Two iPhone 17 devices, highlighting the front and back of each.
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How to fix Cellular Data not working on iPhone 17 Issue

Here are eight of the top ways to fix your iPhone 17 when your cellular…

By Dave Johnson
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Troubleshooting

How to fix CarPlay not working on iphone17 issue

If Apple CarPlay is not working with your iPhone 17, you are not alone

By Dave Johnson
iPhone 17, back exterior, lavender color, Dual Fusion camera system, front exterior, all screen design, Dynamic Island, thin black display border, side exterior, Action button, volume buttons, Side button, Camera Control button  
Troubleshooting

How to Fix Contacts Not Showing Up on an iPhone 17

Follow this guide to find out what to do if some of your contacts aren’t…

By Dave Johnson
Guides

iPhone Air – 10 Things You Should Do First! (Tips & Tricks)

This iPhone Air tutorial covers what you should do first after purchasing a new iPhone…

By Dave Johnson
iPhone air new ringtones
Troubleshooting

How to Fix No Text Message Alerts or Sounds on iPhone Air

If your iPhone Air isn’t receiving text message alerts or playing sound, consider these solutions.

By Dave Johnson

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