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APPLE has advice for iPhone users who want to avoid losing their beloved tech gadgets.

If you have multiple Apple products you should consider setting up separation alerts so you aren't left with a costly replacement bill.

Separation alerts can save you having to buy new devices
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Separation alerts can save you having to buy new devicesCredit: Getty

The tech giant : "In the Find My app, you can turn on separation alerts for a device so you don’t accidentally leave it behind.

"You can also set Trusted Locations, which are locations where you can leave your device without receiving an alert."

It added: "If you have an iPhone Wallet with MagSafe and Find My support, you can get an alert if it detaches from your iPhone."

It's easy to set up separation alerts for your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Mac, or AirPods.

You'll need the Find My app and network turned on and to be using the latest iOS and macOS software.

Apple notes: "You can only set up a separation alert from the device sharing your location.

"You receive an alert every time the device sharing your location separates from the device you set an alert for."

To set it up, open the Find My app and tap Devices at the bottom of the screen.

Then, select the paired device that you want to set up alerts for.

Go to Notifications and then tap Notify When Left Behind.

Turn on Notify When Left Behind and then click through the instructions.

Soon, you'll be able to add a Trusted Location.

Once you're satisfied, just click the Done button and the notifications will be set up.

You can get similar notifications for your iPhone Wallet with MagSafe one minute after they fall off.

Follow the steps above but click Notify When Detached.

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