How can I verify that an iPad’s Activation Lock was fully removed?
I sold an iPad Air 4, but the buyer returned it because it would not stay powered on. They tried to erase it, but the process apparently did…
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Apple ID password keeps being rejected on all my devices
For the past couple of weeks, our shared Apple ID has stopped working properly across two iPads and an iPhone. It first asked me to sign in to…
Apple ID password keeps failing across all my devices
For the past couple of weeks, our Apple ID has stopped working properly on two iPads and an iPhone that my husband and I share. It first asked…
How can I verify that an iPad’s Activation Lock was removed?
I sold an iPad Air 4, but the buyer returned it because it would not stay powered on. He tried to erase it, but the process apparently did…
iPad 7th Generation Stuck in a Boot Loop and Won’t Enter Recovery Mode
My 7th-generation iPad had been unused for about six months. It worked normally before that, but now it keeps restarting whenever I connect it to a wall charger.…
Should I switch to an Apple ecosystem for graphic design and digital art?
I'm studying graphic design and want to start learning digital illustration for bag and jewelry design. My current Samsung S22 and Dell Inspiron 15 are aging, and I'm…
Should I switch to an Apple setup for graphic design and digital art?
I'm studying graphic design and want to start learning digital art for designing bags and jewelry. My Samsung S22 and Dell Inspiron 15 are both getting outdated, and…
Can Apple remove Activation Lock from an iPad found in hotel lost property?
I work at a hotel where guests frequently leave behind phones, tablets, earbuds, and other electronics. Our lost-property procedure is to contact the guest, leave a voicemail, and…
What should I do if cleanser got into my iPad’s USB-C port?
A bottle of facial cleanser leaked inside my bag and some of it got into my iPad's charging port. I'm away from home and can't easily buy rubbing…
Can an Apple Pencil Show as Connected When It Isn’t Nearby?
I've misplaced my Apple Pencil USB-C and my iPad keeps showing it as connected, which is the only sign that it might still be somewhere nearby. However, it…
Can an Apple Pencil appear connected when it’s actually missing?
I've misplaced my USB-C Apple Pencil, and my iPad occasionally shows it as connected even though I can't find it anywhere. The status usually changes back to disconnected…
What tablet and note-taking setup would work well for HIPAA-sensitive therapy notes?
I'm a therapist looking to replace an aging first-generation 9.7-inch iPad Pro with a newer tablet for handwritten session notes. I'd prefer to keep the notes stored locally…
Why can’t my MacBook Air send AirDrop files to my iPad unless I choose “Everyone for 10 Minutes”?
AirDrop works normally from my iPad to my MacBook Air, and I can send files to the iPad from other devices. However, the iPad will not accept AirDrop…
What’s a good HIPAA-conscious tablet and note-taking setup for therapy notes?
I'm a therapist looking to replace an aging first-generation 9.7-inch iPad Pro that no longer performs well. I'd like to take handwritten or typed notes on a tablet…
Will iCloud Photos keep my pictures safe if I reset my iPad?
I forgot my iPhone passcode and ended up disabling my iPhone 7 running iOS 15.8.8. After resetting it, my previous apps were gone, but my photos came back.…
How can I stop my iPad from opening the Software Update screen every time?
I have a sixth-generation iPad with 32 GB of storage, and I usually have only about 4–5 GB free. I use it for drawing and often open Settings…
How can my child use FaceTime to reach me without cellular service?
I want my daughter to be able to contact me over FaceTime if she needs me while I'm out running an errand. Her iPad is currently signed in…
How can my child FaceTime me from an iPad without cellular service?
I want my daughter to be able to contact me over FaceTime if she needs me while I'm out running an errand. The iPad is currently signed in…
Why Is Only One iPad Having Slow Wi‑Fi and Zoom Disconnects?
Every other device in my home has a stable Wi‑Fi connection, but one iPad regularly buffers videos, takes a long time to load shows, and disconnects from Zoom…
Why Is Wi-Fi Slow or Unreliable on Just One iPad?
Every other device in the house uses the Wi-Fi normally, but one iPad frequently buffers videos, takes a long time to load shows, and disconnects from Zoom meetings.…