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How to Fix Ghost Touch on an iPhone: 10 Potential Fixes to Try

Does your iPhone perform actions on its own? You might have the “ghost touch” issue.

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The Best Apple Pencil Alternatives of 2023

Looking for an Apple Pencil alternative with iPad and iPhone compatibility? These styluses offer a choice for every budget.

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How to Adjust the Touch Sensitivity on Your Android Device

You may want to increase the touch sensitivity after installing a new screen protector.

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How to Use Pointer Events in JavaScript

Why cater only to mouse input or touchscreens? Handle both types with the same amount of effort using pointer events.

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How to Disable the Touchscreen on a Chromebook

If you only use your Chromebook's touchscreen occasionally and want to turn it off, here's how to do it.

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Android Touchscreen Not Working? 7 Tips, Fixes, and Workarounds

Is your Android device's touchscreen not working? Here are several tips to fix a broken touchscreen or work around it.

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Is a Sapphire Screen Protector Worth It? Sapphire vs. Tempered Glass Explained

Is a regular tempered glass protector all you need? Or should you upgrade to a sapphire screen protector?

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What Is a Screen Bezel, and Why Does Its Size Matter?

If you want to maximize your screen real estate, you'll want a thin bezel or even a bezeless display.

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What Was Apple Thinking When It Released the Newton 30 Years Ago?

The Newton was one of Apple's rare product failures, but why did the company think it would succeed in the first place?

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8 Important Reasons You Should Put a Screen Protector on Your Smartphone

You've spent big bucks on a new smartphone, so why not pay a few more for some extra protection.

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Tablet Touchscreen Not Working? 8 Tips to Fix Touch Problems

Unresponsive tapping, swiping, or zoom-pinching? Here's why your tablet touchscreen stopped working and how to fix it.

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8 Technologies That Are Older Than You Think

Everything we use is much older than we think.

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What Is Gorilla Arm and How Can You Prevent It?

Touchscreens are very useful, but using them for long periods can cause gorilla arm. Here's why it happens and how to prevent it.

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The 7 Most Common iPhone Display Issues (and How to Fix Them)

Many users face various display issues on their iPhones. Here, we'll discuss the most popular ones and help you fix them.

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8 Ways to Fix Ghost Touch Problems With Android

Is your phone acting as though a ghost keeps tapping and touching the screen? Here are all the steps you can take to fix it.

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7 Reasons Why Your iPhone's Touchscreen Has Stopped Responding

If your iPhone's display has stopped responding to your touches, one of these factors could be the culprit.

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How to Disable Touchscreen Input on Your Phone (Android and iPhone)

Wondering how to disable the touchscreen on Android or iPhone? Here's how to freeze your phone screen to prevent accidental taps.

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What Is an Oleophobic Coating, and What Does It Do?

Does your phone have an oleophobic coating?

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8 Touch-Friendly Linux Apps for Your Steam Deck

The Steam Deck has got buttons and joysticks, but it also has a touchscreen display. Try out these touch-friendly Linux apps on your Steam Deck today.

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Ghost Touches on Your Windows Touchscreen Computer? Here’s What to Do

Are ghost touches appearing on your tablet or hybrid laptop's touchscreen?

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