James Bell
Phone Repair Specialist
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Co-authored Articles (21)
How to
Fix Water Damaged Airpods
Oh no, your AirPods are soaking wet—is it time to panic? Because AirPods aren't waterproof, it'll be helpful to dry them out as quickly as possible to avoid water damage. If you can remove the water before damage is d...
How to
Fix an Airpods Microphone
Do people tell you that your voice sounds muffled or cuts out when using your AirPods on calls? Whether you own AirPods Pro, AirPods Max, or any other AirPods, it can be frustrating to get anything less than crystal-clea...
5 Ways to Fix AirPods When One is Louder Than the Other
Quick ways to troubleshoot AirPods paired with iPhone or iPad when the volume is uneven Is one AirPod louder or quieter than the other? This can be caused by a variety of problems. You could have debris trapped in the sp...
How to Keep Your Phone's Battery Healthy (And Last Longer)
Quick solutions for preserving your battery's lifespanDoes your Android or iPhone's battery seem to hold less of a charge over time? Like all rechargeable batteries, Li-ion batteries (which are in most phones) become le...
How to
Dry Out a Phone Without Rice
If you've dropped your phone in liquid and need to dry it out, you've likely heard about submerging it in uncooked instant rice. But what if you don't have instant rice on hand? This wikiHow teaches you how to effectivel...
How to Update and Check the Firmware on Your AirPods
Keep your AirPods and AirPods Pro up to date in 3 easy steps Are your AirPods starting to go on the fritz but you aren’t sure why? AirPods tend to act up if they’re running outdated firmware, and updating them can he...
How to Transfer Files to an SD Card on Android
Easy ways to move files to removable storage on your Android Do you want to transfer files from your Android's internal storage to an SD card? If your phone has an SD card expansion slot, you can install an SD card an...
2 Simple Ways to Restore Samsung Notes Back to Your Phone
The best ways to restore Samsung Notes Samsung Notes lets Galaxy users write memos and store them easily in a connected Samsung Cloud account, which can be helpful when any memos are deleted. This wikiHow article shows ...
15 Ways to Fix AirPods Not Playing Sound when Connected
Troubleshoot AirPods that aren’t working with this ultimate guideIf your AirPods aren’t playing audio even when it says they’re connected, there may be another bug or issue causing the problem. Typically, it only t...
10 Easy Ways to Fix the Low Volume on Your AirPods
Get more sound clarity from your AirPods and AirPods ProWondering why your AirPods suddenly seem quiet? Even if the volume is all the way up, certain issues can affect the volume in the right, left, or even both AirPods....
Play "Mary Had a Little Lamb" and 3 Other Songs on a Phone
Want to learn how to play a song using dial tone sounds while you're on a phone call? You can play songs like "Mary Had a Little Lamb," "Itsy Bitsy Spider," "Happy Birthday," and even "Hotline Bling" by Drake using nothi...
How to
Dry Out a Wet iPhone
If you dropped your iPhone in the sink or pool, you know the immediate panic that sets in. Saving a wet cell phone can be hit or miss, but a few tricks can help. With any luck, you'll be able to dry out your phone and ge...
8 Simple Ways to Fix One AirPod When It's Not Working
Get your AirPod working again with this easy guideIf only one AirPod is working, you can easily reset it using the case. Before troubleshooting, you should also check the batteries of both the AirPod and the case. Here's...
How to
Download to an SD Card on Android
This wikiHow teaches you how to download files directly to your Android’s SD card. You can enable saving to your SD card using the Files app on the latest version of Android. If files do not save to the SD card autom...
How to
Restore Your iPhone Without Updating
Restoring your iPhone is the quickest way to fix problems with your mobile device. Typically, when you restore an iPhone, you will be required to update your phone to the latest version of iOS during the restoration pro...
AirPod Static Sounds: Troubleshooting and Repair Guide
Stop crackling or static from your AirPods with these expert tipsAre you trying to listen to music or chat on the phone, but one of your AirPods makes a loud and constant static sound? While the static sound can be prett...
How to
Fix Airpods Audio
Are your AirPods not working, muffled, or too quiet? There are plenty of things you can do to fix this including physically cleaning them, calibrating them, or turning off the volume limit. This wikiHow article will walk...
What to Do When Your Cell Data Isn't Working on iPhone or Android
Get mobile data working again with these troubleshooting tips Cellular data allows you to have internet access anywhere you go. Sometimes, your phone may not connect to cellular data when you need it. Luckily, there is u...
5 Easy Ways to Repair a Broken Cell Phone
Mobile phones are probably the most utilized personal belonging we have. We use these little buddies anytime, anywhere, and on any situations. That’s why these gadgets need to be built tough enough to withstand even th...
How to
Take Proper Care of Your New Cell Phone
Cell or mobile phones are an important means of staying connected and communicating with others on a regular, if not daily, basis. They're also often a reasonable investment of your money. As such, it makes both financia...
