Solving Charging Issues with Simple Tips

This chapter discusses the common issue of smartphone charging failures caused by lint in the charging port. A personal anecdote highlights a simple toothpick technique to resolve the problem, offering a practical tip for listeners facing similar frustrations.

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Stephen steps behind the Genius Bar — or into the Genius Grove, as it were — to provide tips for troubleshooting Macs, iOS device and iCloud. Then, he and David talk about the new 16-inch MacBook Pro and how someone should prioritize features when buying a new computer.

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Stephen's Broken iMac Glass Photo

Genius Bar Reservation and Apple Support Options - Apple

Change or reset the password of a macOS user account - Apple Support

How to reinstall macOS from macOS Recovery - Apple Support

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Reset NVRAM or PRAM on Mac - Apple Support

Use safe mode to isolate issues with your Mac - Apple Support

Repair a storage device in Disk Utility on Mac - Apple Support

Vintage and obsolete products - Apple Support

Restart your iPhone - Apple Support

Restart your iPad - Apple Support

How to restart your Apple TV - Apple Support

Restore your iPhone, iPad, or iPod to factory settings - Apple Support

How to clean your iPhone's charging port | iMore

Apple - Support - System Status

Set up rules to filter email in Mail on iCloud.com - Apple Support

Locate a device in Find My iPhone on iCloud.com - Apple Support

AppleCare Products - Mac - Apple

Certified Refurbished Products - Apple

Manage your Apple ID - Apple

Find the serial number of your Apple product - Apple Support

Apple AASP - Find Locations

MacBook Pro 16-inch - Apple

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