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How Can I Childproof My iPad?
Episode 1805
Ann Marie fromAnn Marie wants to be able to childproof her iPad for her grandchildren. Especially on YouTube. Leo says that there's a lot of sketchy things on YouTube that are aimed at children, that parents wouldn't want them to see. Fortunately, iOS has parental controls to prevent access. It's under "screen time." Go into settings, then screen time. She can then create a parental passcode and set up restrictions. Also, there are YouTube Kids, which she can give them access to, instead.
The Giz Wiz and the Tiny Charger
Episode 1804
This week's gadget from the Giz Wiz is Anker's new Nano II series of chargers ... the first in the world to take advantage of Gallium Nitride (GaN) II technology. The new Nano II lineup includes 65, 45, and 30 watt chargers - smaller and faster-charging options for consumers. This new generation of Nano II charger series is not only smaller and more portable but also makes a leap forward in compatibility and charging safety.
How Can I Get Data Off an Old, Dead iPhone 6?
Episode 1804
Spencer fromSpencer has an old iPhone and wants to get the data off it. But it won't start up. He also wants to make sure she has her own separate Apple ID but has access to his 50GB iCloud backup. Leo says to add her to the family plan. That will give her access. She can also get the Apple 1 plan to have access to everything. Leo says to check her iCloud account to see if the phone has been backed up. If so, she's golden. If not, she can take it to a local phone repair place and see if they can get the data off. Apple may even be able to do that.
How Can I Connect to Wi-Fi on an RV?
Episode 1804
Jan fromJan and her husband bought an RV and want to know how to get online while traveling. Leo says there are three ways. 1) There will probably be Wi-Fi at any campground or RV park she can stop at. But it will likely be overloaded and slow. 2) She can hotspot from the cellular carrier. She can open up a phone for it or pick up a MiFi card to handle multiple devices. It'll be dependent on the coverage map though. Lastly, she can get an RV satellite connection. The problem there is they have to re-aim it every time they stop, and they will not work while they drive.
Why Won't My Mac Calendar Sync to My Android Phone?
Episode 1804
Jody fromJody has a Mac and a Samsung Galaxy Android Phone. He used to be able to sync the calendar on both with no problem. But lately, he's been having issues with the built-in Mac calendar and the Android Calendar program. Leo says it's possible that Jody's Calendar hasn't been syncing to iCloud, which is what Apple does before syncing to other devices. Apple may have logged him out before an update. Also, make sure it's not requiring 2-factor authentication now. Look into the iCloud settings and make sure that the Calendar is syncing.
Apple Subpoena'd by the DOJ
Episode 1804
Apple was subpoenaed by the Trump Department of Justice to provide information on several key government figures and then was issued a gag order not to talk about it until late May of this year. True to Apple's commitment to privacy, they only provided metadata and no actual personal data.
Can My Phone Get Hacked?
Episode 1803
Harry fromHarry wants to know if his smartphone can be hacked and would he know if it was? Leo says yes, and no. Smartphone operating systems are very sophisticated, but Android is more open source and, as such, could be more vulnerable. If anything, your smartphone knows where you are at all times, and as such, so does your phone company. And police can get that data by a simple request.
But unless you're a celebrity, a politician, or a member of a "three-letter agency," it's extremely unlikely you'll get hacked. Just don't download suspicious apps from questionable sources.
Why Can't I Get Calls and Text Messages on My Phone?
Episode 1803
Francis fromFrancis' family all have different smartphones, and they are having a hard time with calls and text messages, no matter what phones they are using. They are all updated phones, all on T-Mobile, and they don't really know what to do. Leo says that the issue is likely cellphone towers and coverage in her area. Maybe a few towers are down for maintenance? Or were the towers shut down when T-Mobile merged with Sprint? Since that's when the problem started, it's likely the merger is a main culprit. It may also be time to change carriers.
Why Won't My Phone Use WiFi Calling?
Episode 1802
Dan fromDan's Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra keeps defaulting to cellular preferred, instead of WiFi preferred. But instead, he's missing calls and texts as a result. He uses T-Mobile. The cellular is a bit sketchy in his area, so he'd rather use WiFi Calling. But the phone won't let him. Leo says that if he gets out of range of the WiFi, it'll immediately go to cellular. Dan says it stays that way, though, when he's back home. Try rebooting the phone. Often that fixes the problem.
Is There an Affordable Android Phone?
Episode 1800
George fromGeorge is looking for an affordable replacement for his Android phone. Leo says that he likes the Motorola G9. It's $238 and it has a huge battery. Decent camera. A little more expensive, but with a better camera is the Google Pixel 4a - and the 5a should be out in a few months.