Ask Preston

Got a question?
Ask Preston!

Like having your own tech-savvy grandson right in your pocket — patient, friendly, and ready to help whenever you need him.

Download on theApp Store

Free · Works offline · No account · No ads

Your friendly helper for everyday questions.

Tech, home, health, money, and more. Type it in plain words and get a simple, step-by-step answer you can follow — and read aloud if you like.

How do I make a video call? What should I do if I smell gas? How do I lower my blood pressure? How do I set up my new phone? Why won't my Wi-Fi connect? What's a fair tip on a $40 bill?

Free · Works offline · No account · No ads

Ask Preston app — Welcome to Ask Preston onboarding screen
Plain-language answers Answers in seconds Private by design Built for everyone, 13+
📷 Take a photo to ask

Can't put it into words? Snap a photo.

Point your camera and Preston helps you figure it out — what it is, whether it's safe, and what to do next.

A plant — how to care for it A medicine label Food — is it still good? An animal or bug — what is it? A part to fix or replace A road sign or symbol A gadget or remote button A rash or bug bite
Ask Preston camera helper screen showing what the camera can help with

Browse hundreds of answers by topic

Prefer to look around? Tap into a topic and explore.

Phone & Devices

Internet & TV

Home & Auto Repair

Cooking & Food

Food & Drink

Plants & Garden

Health & Wellbeing

Money & Bills

Ask Preston mascot

Your friendly helper is one tap away.

Free on the App Store. Share helpful answers with your family by text, email, or message.

Download on theApp Store