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I Dropped My Phone and the Screen Is Black But It Still Works

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I Dropped My Phone and the Screen Is Black But It Still Works

ByJovan Seda August 4, 2025August 4, 2025

You hear the notification sounds and feel the vibrations, but your phone screen stays completely black after…

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How to Carrier Unlock My Phone: Step-by-Step

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How to Carrier Unlock My Phone: Step-by-Step

ByAlex Burton August 4, 2025August 4, 2025

Before diving in, it’s important to understand what carrier unlocking means. When you purchase a phone from…

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I Dropped My Phone And Now It Won’t Connect to Wi-Fi

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I Dropped My Phone And Now It Won’t Connect to Wi-Fi

ByJovan Seda August 3, 2025August 3, 2025

Dropping a phone can damage its internal Wi-Fi antenna and cause connection problems. When a phone hits…

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How Far Back Can Text Messages Be Retrieved for Legal or Police Matters

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How Far Back Can Text Messages Be Retrieved for Legal or Police Matters

ByBrian Paisley August 3, 2025August 3, 2025

Text messages serve as crucial evidence in criminal investigations and civil lawsuits. Police and attorneys regularly request…

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How to Remove Screen Protector: Guide for Safe Removal

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How to Remove Screen Protector: Guide for Safe Removal

ByAlex Burton August 3, 2025August 3, 2025

Screen protectors can crack, bubble, or collect scratches over time, making them look unsightly and harder to…

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My Phone Broke Can I Put My SIM Card In Another Phone?

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My Phone Broke Can I Put My SIM Card In Another Phone?

ByJovan Seda August 2, 2025August 2, 2025

Your phone just broke, but you still have your SIM card. Yes, you can put your SIM…

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Code *#21# Meaning On Phones

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Code *#21# Meaning On Phones

ByNinet Miller July 29, 2025July 30, 2025

The code *#21# is a secret USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) code used on many mobile phones…

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How to Turn Off GPS on Your Cell Phone: A Step-by-Step Guide

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How to Turn Off GPS on Your Cell Phone: A Step-by-Step Guide

ByMarcus Garcia July 29, 2025July 29, 2025

Remember: Turning off GPS on your cell phone can help save battery and protect your privacy. Most…

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Understanding eSIM Programming

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Understanding eSIM Programming

ByAlex Burton June 19, 2025August 1, 2025

Embedded SIM (eSIM) technology is a new way to connect to mobile networks. Unlike traditional SIM cards,…

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How to Fix a Cell Phone Charging Port Problem

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How to Fix a Cell Phone Charging Port Problem

ByEric Chan June 18, 2025August 22, 2025

A malfunctioning charging port can be incredibly frustrating, but many charging issues can be resolved with some…

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How Do I Reset My Phone Without Losing Everything

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How Do I Reset My Phone Without Losing Everything

ByEric Chan March 5, 2024August 11, 2025

If a simple restart doesn’t solve your phone troubles, a reset might be necessary. However, the prospect…

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What Is a Pentalobe Screw / Screwdriver

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What Is a Pentalobe Screw / Screwdriver

ByAlex Burton October 4, 2023September 13, 2025

The pentalobe screw is a type of security screw used by Apple Inc. since 2009. With a…

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Identifying and Repairing Water Damage on Smartphones

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Identifying and Repairing Water Damage on Smartphones

ByEric Chan March 19, 2021August 26, 2025

Dealing with water damage is a common problem for smartphones, but it doesn’t always mean your device…

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