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Clay Halton

Contributor

Clay Halton

My Experience

I've written for various publications, such as Gay Cities and Queerty, covering beats that range from video games to travel. I also cover finance, with an emphasis on queer topics.

My Areas of Expertise

  • PC and console games

  • Streaming music services

  • Apple products

The Technology I Use

For work, I use a Macbook Pro. I prefer to use Microsoft products for writing and spreadsheets, and I store everything in Google Drive.

When it comes to technology at home, I'm all Apple. I use an iPhone, AirPods, Macbook, HomePod mini, and Apple TV. For gaming, I've owned every Nintendo console, and I love bringing my Switch with me when I travel. Lately, I've been playing the PlayStation, and love the more advanced gaming system.

I've been a long-time Spotify user for music and podcast streaming. I still stick to physical books when it comes to literature consumption, which I do a lot of!

Recent Articles by Clay Halton

Walk It Off: How to Plan and Download a Hiking Route With Apple Maps

With iOS 18, iPhone users can download hikes or create their own in Apple's mapping app. Here's how to find your next route, and stay on track even when there's no cell signal.

By Clay Halton
hiker on her phone sitting on a mountain

Get Lost, Siri: How to Replace Apple's Assistant With ChatGPT on Your iPhone

Don't want to wait for Siri's big Apple Intelligence upgrade? Here's how to replace Apple's voice assistant with OpenAI's chatbot using the Apple Shortcuts app.

By Clay Halton
iphone with chatgpt logo in place of siri

How to Turn Any Appliance Into a Smart Device With a Smart Plug

Smart plugs offer the convenience of a smart home without the cost of new connected devices. And pairing them with Apple's Shortcuts app opens up a world of automation possibilities.

By Clay Halton
smart plug

Lower Your Electric Bill: How to Set Up Apple Shortcuts for Smart Home Devices

Small changes can add up. Here's how to set up automations to turn off TVs or lights at certain times, lower the thermostat when you leave the house, and more.

By Clay Halton
smart home devices surrounding a smartphone

Side by Side: How to Combine Photos on an iPhone

Apple's Shortcuts app offers an easy way to merge two or more iPhone photos into one shot or collage with just a few taps. No third-party photo-editing apps needed. Here's how.

By Clay Halton
photo combine illustration