Amy Spitzfaden-Both is the Managing Editor for iPhone Life magazine and an award-winning novelist, with over 10 years of experience in the publishing industry. She specializes in Apple news and rumors, health and fitness tech, and parenting in the digital age. She graduated from MIU with a BA in Literature and Writing.
Amy lives in New Hampshire with her husband and daughter. When she’s not writing or glued to her iPhone, she enjoys hiking, traveling, and creating her own tea blends.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Why is my Apple Pencil not charging? An uncharged Apple Pencil can put a dent in any iPad user's workflow. Buying a new Apple Pencil can be expensive, so before you throw your Apple Pencil away and order a replacement, try these quick and easy fixes.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Changing your HomePod's Wi-Fi is only possible if your iPhone first switches to the new Wi-Fi network. Your HomePod automatically connects to whatever Wi-Fi your iPhone is on, but if your iPhone moves to a new Wi-Fi, your HomePod won't automatically follow. Here's how to change a HomePod's Wi-Fi network.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Are Apple AirPods worth it? As someone with a household already well stocked with headphones and earbuds, this was a tough question as I considered adding Apple's offering to the mix. The short answer: yes. Soon after getting the AirPods Pro 2, they became my daily drivers and I've all but forgotten all my other earbuds. Here's how to know if AirPods are worth it and who would benefit most from which model.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
If you went a bit overboard with your new ability to create different Lock Screen wallpapers, you'll want to know how to delete a wallpaper. It's easy to do, and will also delete the associated Home Screen wallpaper that comes with it. Here's how to delete a wallpaper on iPhone.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Why does my HomePod keep disconnecting? If your HomePod or HomePod mini keeps disconnecting, there could be several factors at play. Here are the steps to try before you contact Apple Support.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
If your HomePod or HomePod mini is not turning on, you may feel like throwing it out the window and starting fresh with a brand-new one, but there are a few things to try before you rush out for a replacement. Here are all the steps to try to get your HomePod working again and how to know when it's time to call Apple.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
If you're looking for how to disconnect your iPhone from your Macbook or Mac, there are several options for how to proceed. We'll go over how to truly unlink your iPhone from your Macbook, as well as some middle ground options, in case there are just certain features you would like on only one device.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Experiencing your HomePod mini or HomePod not responding can be frustrating since troubleshooting isn't as intuitive as it can be on an iPhone. Still, there are several things to try to get your smart speaker working again. We'll cover how to reset HomePods, plus other steps you can take when your HomePod gives no response.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
Can I use an iPad charger for my iPhone? You sure can! We all have so many charging blocks and cables around, and it's a relief to know when they're cross-device compatible. Many people worry about a more powerful adapter overloading their iPhone battery, but this isn't the case. Let's go over how to use an iPad charger for an iPhone and the benefits you might get from it.
By Amy Spitzfaden Both
The Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Ultra have a new feature to keep you safe: Crash Detection. This feature takes into account sounds, G forces, and other environmental indicators to recognize when you've been in a severe car accident. However, some situations can falsely trigger this, so it's important to learn how to toggle your Apple Watch car crash detection off and back on again. Here's how to do it.
