Phones & Tablets

Mobile storage, messaging, charging, and app issues.

1572 articles — showing 1201–1260 (page 21 of 27)

• How long should I hold a pose in the Muscle Booster app?A user of the Muscle Booster workout app asks how long to stand or hold a position during an exercise prompt.Open
• How much does T-Mobile charge for iPhone calls and texts in Europe?Travelers with T-Mobile iPhones want to know whether calls and texts between phones in Germany or France incur charges while using their U.S. plan abroad.Open
• How much does it usually cost to charge a phone?You want to know the typical cost of charging a smartphone’s battery.Open
• How should I pack a tablet for shipping to another country?Someone wants to ship a tablet (for example via Amazon or a carrier) to Spain and needs safe packing and rough cost awareness.Open
• Should I replace an iPhone battery at 84% maximum capacity?An Apple iPhone battery shows about 84% maximum capacity and dies quickly during normal use, and the owner is deciding whether to replace it.Open
• What SIM size does a T-Mobile REVVL Tab 2 need?Someone needs the correct nano-SIM for a REVVL Tab 2 and may also be seeing display issues while troubleshooting service.Open
• What can I do if I forgot the PIN on a new Samsung phone?The screen lock PIN on a new Samsung phone was forgotten and the device cannot be unlocked normally.Open
• What can I do if a Yealink phone arrives without a power cord?A Yealink desk phone was received without a power cord, so it cannot be powered on unless another power method is available.Open
• What can I do if a carrier asks for a previous carrier account I don't have?Some prepaid carriers ask for a previous carrier's name, an old account number, and a password before they will activate a phone or transfer a number. If that old account was closed, forgotten, or belonged to a carrier that has since renamed or merged, this information can be hard to provide.Open
• What can I do if a phone acts like it's been taken over by a suspicious app?A phone is behaving unexpectedly after installing a QR code or barcode reader app, with signs that suggest the app may have taken control of settings or behavior.Open
• What can I do if a tablet won't finish account setup?Setting up a tablet or e-reader under a new account keeps failing, often when adding a bank account or payment method, or when the device still shows another account's settings.Open
• What can I do if an Apple Account recovery key is lost?A recovery key was set up on an Apple Account and has since been lost, leaving the owner worried about being locked out.Open
• What can I try if Face ID is not working and an iPhone will not reset?Face ID fails with a message like “Face ID is not working, try again later,” and the iPhone also will not complete a reset.Open
• What can I try if YouTube has technical issues on a phone?YouTube on a phone has technical problems such as failing to play, storage warnings like Too full, or repeated crashes and loading errors.Open
• What can I try if a Plantronics headset will not turn on after charging?A Plantronics (PLT) headset does not power on after it has been on the charger.Open
• What can you check when Bose QC25 noise canceling stops working?Bose QuietComfort 25 noise canceling headphones are not working as expected and may seem to need replacement.Open
• What can you do if a car dealership may have misled a senior or disabled buyer?A senior or disabled buyer believes a car dealership overcharged, hid problems, or mishandled a warranty or loan, and wants to know whether a lawsuit or other complaint path is possible.Open
• What do Guardio “data leak” alerts with last four digits mean?Guardio reported many “leaks,” including an entry with last four digits that were not a Social Security number and a name that did not match, while the only clear match was a phone number.Open
• What do I do if an iPhone reboots after an update and asks for a forgotten passcode?iPhone rebooted after a software update; setup asks for a passcode that is unknown, with a Software update complete message.Open
• What do the flash, Night mode, and other icons mean in the iPhone Camera app?The iPhone Camera app shows about three control icons next to the viewfinder—flash, Night mode, and at least one other—and it is unclear what they do.Open
• What does 'iPhone Unavailable' mean and how do I get back in?An iPhone shows an 'iPhone Unavailable' screen with a countdown timer after too many incorrect passcode attempts, blocking sign-in until the timer ends or the device is reset.Open
• What does Device not registered with provider mean on a cordless phone?A Panasonic or similar cordless handset shows Device not registered with provider, often after a new handset loses registration to the base.Open
• What does a 'no line' message on a home phone box mean?A home landline connected through a digital voice adapter or box shows a 'no line' message and the phone has no dial tone, often after the box loses power or a network issue.Open
• What does a Philips DreamStation Service Required message mean?A Philips DreamStation CPAP device shows a Service Required message, sometimes with an additional numeric error code, and will not operate normally.Open
• What does a flashing red light on an Ooma device mean?An Ooma home phone adapter is showing a flashing red light and home phone service is not working normally.Open
• What does an Apple Account recovery wait message mean on a replacement iPhone?After receiving a replacement iPhone because the previous software crashed, Apple Account recovery shows a message to wait additional days before access is restored.Open
• What does an unfamiliar 888 number on an iPhone often mean?An unfamiliar 888 number appears in a spouse’s iCloud or call-related history, is not in Contacts, answers busy immediately when dialed, and may be a Twilio-style masked number.Open
• What does iPhone Locked to Owner mean on a used iPhone?A used iPhone 14 Pro Max bought on eBay shows Locked to Owner and displays part of the previous owner’s Apple ID.Open
• What does iPhone Unavailable mean, and is my line suspended?An iPhone shows iPhone Unavailable after passcode failures, and the owner wonders whether the carrier line is suspended.Open
• What does it mean when the phone light on a modem is off?The telephone indicator on a broadband modem or router is not lit, and the phone service connected to it does not work.Open
• What does root access detected mean on an iPhone?An iPhone shows a root access detected message, often from a banking or security app that thinks the device is jailbroken or modified.Open
• What does “we cannot get service from here” mean when calling AT&T, and can I recover old texts?Calls from multiple phones reach a recording that service cannot be completed from here, and someone also wants copies of recent text messages and their tone for a dispute.Open
• What happened to Fitbit history after the move to Google Health?Past Fitbit activity, sleep, heart rate, or trends look missing or different after Fitbit’s transition toward Google Health / Google account experiences.Open
• What happens if a SIM PUK is entered incorrectly too many times?A T-Mobile SIM shows PIN incorrect and the PUK was entered wrongly 10 times. Emergency 911 calling may still work, which can mean the phone radio is not fully dead even though the SIM is locked.Open
• What happens if a smartwatch battery fails under protection plan coverage?Someone bought a watch yesterday and wants to know whether a protection plan replaces the watch or repairs it if the battery dies during the coverage period, including whether batteries count as consumables.Open
• What is the flex cable component on an iPhone 14 Pro Max repair part?You need to identify an iPhone 14 Pro Max component with a circled flex cable and want the correct full-part SKU for the entire assembly, not just the ribbon.Open
• What should I check before buying a used phone for new service?Someone needs to buy a phone to use with a carrier or service and wants to avoid locked, unpaid, or poor-condition devices.Open
• What should I check before buying an unlocked replacement iPhone?You need a new cell phone and are considering an unlocked iPhone from a retailer, including price and compatibility checks.Open
• What should I check if a payment will not complete on my phone?A payment attempt on a phone fails, stalls, or seems to go through without a clear confirmation.Open
• What should I check when a BP786N display shows unclear errors?A BP786N or similar device is having a problem, but the user is unsure of the exact error and who previously worked on it.Open
• What should I check when a home landline or MagicJack phone stops working?A landline-style phone at home is not working, including setups that use MagicJack with a modem and router.Open
• What should I check when a phone camera icon or shortcut is stuck in the corner?A phone shows something at the upper left corner and the user needs basic camera or status checks after unclear chat details.Open
• What should I check when a phone setup screen says to go forward?A phone shows a continue or go-forward style prompt during setup, update, or account recovery, and the user mainly needs to know the current status and safe next action.Open
• What should I do after a Google Play gift card scam if I cannot reach Google by phone?Someone was scammed with Google Play gift cards and a provided Google phone number failed, so they need the correct official reporting path.Open
• What should I do after a carrier switch if card fraud starts?After switching a phone number to T-Mobile, multiple cards show fraudulent charges and account sign-ins or authentication may fail.Open
• What should I do after a reboot temporarily fixes my iPhone?Rebooting the iPhone fixed the issue for now; another technician was gathering info but did not return.Open
• What should I do after a text says a phone bill is overdue?A text message claims a mobile bill is overdue even though the usual automatic payment that normally runs on a set day did not appear to process.Open
• What should I do after deleting Zangi when someone threatened me in chat?Someone deleted the Zangi messaging app after receiving threats, and needs to know what evidence may still exist and how to reduce further risk.Open
• What should I do after losing a mobile phone when I am using someone else’s phone?A mobile phone was lost. The person is temporarily using another phone (such as a spouse’s) and needs to know how to protect the lost line, check account records, and decide next steps.Open
• What should I do after selling a phone to protect my accounts?A phone was sold recently and the previous owner needs to make sure accounts, Find My / Find My Device, and personal data are no longer tied to that device.Open
• What should I do if I did not get a delivery call for a Sony TV?A Sony TV delivery is expected soon, but you have not received the phone call to confirm the delivery time.Open
• What should I do if I forgot the PIN on a Google Pixel 10?The lock-screen PIN on a Google Pixel 10 is forgotten, and only a limited number of attempts may remain before lockout.Open
• What should I do if I get a fake Apple charge text and my iPhone locks?Someone received a text claiming a large charge on an Apple account, replied no, and then found the iPhone locked or showing iPhone Unavailable after trying to recover access.Open
• What should I do if I get a text that my phone service moved to another carrier?A text says phone service was moved to another carrier, the line was paid by someone else, and the phone currently has no service.Open
• What should I do if I get texts about a bank token or unauthorized transfers?Unexpected texts about a token being activated or similar bank messages appear, and there may be unauthorized electronic transfers to dispute.Open
• What should I do if I have no service after switching carriers?After switching carriers recently, a phone shows no service and the user needs working service or a path to reach a representative.Open
• What should I do if I lost my iPhone?An iPhone has been lost and the owner needs to locate it, protect the account, and use official Find My or account recovery options.Open
• What should I do if I lost my iPhone?An iPhone is missing and the owner needs to locate it, lock it, or prepare for replacement.Open
• What should I do if I lost my phone and someone asks for a four-digit code?A phone was lost and someone—possibly a finder or an unexpected caller—is asking for a four-digit code related to the device or account.Open
• What should I do if I misplaced my phone?A phone was misplaced and needs to be located or secured until it is found.Open