About Dan Helyer
Dan has worked closely with Apple devices for well over a decade, from producing music in Logic Pro for a BSc in Sound Technology to managing iPhone and Mac repairs at an Apple Store. Since 2017, he has used this experience—alongside editorial training from the CIEP—to create tutorials, troubleshooting guides, and explainers with the aim of helping everyone get more from their technology.
Spotify vs. Apple Music: Which Is the Best Music Streaming Service?
Spotify and Apple Music are both good streaming music services, but which is better? Here's everything you need to know to pick between them.
How to Customize Your iPhone's Home Screen With Widgets and App Icons
Here's how to use widgets and custom app icons to make your iPhone's Home screen stand out.
How to Enable End-to-End Encryption in Android's Messages App
You can now get fully secure, encrypted messaging in the Android Messages app. Here's how to enable it.
How to Install (or Uninstall) the iOS 17 Beta on Your iPhone
Here's how to install the iOS 17 beta on your iPhone to try the latest version early (and uninstall it if you don't like it).
3 Ways to Block Your Number and Hide Your Caller ID on iPhone or Android
If you want to hide your outgoing caller ID and block your number, here's how to keep people from seeing you're calling.
How to Move Apps From the App Library to the Home Screen on Your iPhone
Want to move an app from the App Library to the Home Screen on your iPhone? Here are two easy ways to do it.
Instagram Lagging? 6 Ways to Fix It on Android and iOS Devices
Does the Instagram app feel slow or laggy? Here are some ways to fix it on your phone.
How to Tell When Android Apps Sneakily Access Your Camera or Microphone
Android's Privacy Indicators make it easy to check if any apps are spying on your camera or microphone.
10 Ways to Fix AirPods With No Sound or Glitchy Audio
Here are all the steps you need to take to fix your AirPods if they sound glitchy or unbalanced.
7 Easy Ways to Fix iMessage Not Working on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac
Is iMessage not working on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac?
How to Create Folders in Android
Need to create folders to keep your apps and files organized on your Android phone? Here's how you can do it.
How to Flip a Photo on Android
Flipping a photo is easy on Android. Here are some quick ways to do this on your device.
7 Quick Fixes for Predictive Emoji Not Working on an iPhone or iPad
Follow this quick troubleshooting guide if your iPhone or iPad stops predicting emojis for you to use.
How to Merge PDFs on an iPhone or iPad
Combine PDF files using the built-in tools on your iPhone or iPad.
Want an Emoji on Your iPhone Status Bar? Here's How to Do It
Follow this simple guide to add a fun emoji to your iPhone's status bar, thanks to the Focus feature.
How to Find Someone's Medical ID on an iPhone or Apple Watch
In an emergency, you can use someone's Medical ID to find important information about them.
How to Set Up Medical ID on Your iPhone or Apple Watch
Apple's Medical ID feature could save your life in an emergency, but only if you set it up before you need it.
How to Change the Temperature, Measurements, and Date Format on an iPhone
Need to switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit on your iPhone? How about switching from imperial to metric measurements? We’ll show you how.
Safari vs. Chrome for Mac: 9 Reasons You Shouldn’t Use Chrome
Between Safari and Chrome on a Mac, Safari is the clear winner. Here’s why you should avoid using Google Chrome.
How to Add Multiple Copies of the Same App to Your iPhone or iPad Home Screen
Need to add the same app icon to multiple Home Screens on your iPhone or iPad? Here's how to do it.