November 2023 – Page 2

Simple Tips On How To Make The Most Of Your Iphone

TIP! If you get your iPhone wet, simply use rice in order to dry it out. It is common for people to drop their phones in a puddle, toilet, or other wet location.

The iphone is a useful and convenient device. An iphone can offer a world of entertainment, along with tool that can organize your daily life. There are a lot of ways to make your iphone work better to suit your needs. You can be in complete control of your iphone with these tips.

TIP! Location-based reminders can be set by using Siri. You do not have to say “At five I have to call work, Siri.

If you get your iphone wet, simply use rice in order to dry it out. There has been many a person who accidentally dropped their phone into water – whether it be a puddle or even the toilet. Rather than using a blow dryer, softly wipe the phone and submerge it in a plastic ziptop bag with plenty of rice. Leave it like that overnight, and it should be nice and dry in the morning.

TIP! Do you get too many notifications? This is a simple way to turn them off. Open Settings and select the ‘Notifications’ bar.

Remember to download updates on your phone whenever they become available. These updates may contain bug fixes, feature upgrades and other important options for your iphone. This causes you to make certain that all pictures and important data are stored elsewhere so that if your phone gets damaged, you will not lose everything.

TIP! To get rid of the AutoCorrect suggestion box, don’t keep hitting the “X” button every time it doesn’t recognize a word. Just tap somewhere else on the screen instead.

Get a keyboard that is bigger in order to browse easier with your iphone. Fortunately, there is no need to purchase a keyboard. Simply turn the device to the side, push the address bar in the browser and you will be all set! This gives you instant access to a larger keyboard.

TIP! There are applications that let you use your iPhone to store files. With this app, you are able to upload pictures, brief videos, music and text files.

When using Safari, make calls with a single tap. If you find a website for a dry cleaner that is near you, look for the number on the webpage. When you locate the number, you don’t have to visit your phone option to actually place the call. Instead, simply press your finger onto the number you want to call and you’ll be connected instantly.

TIP! Would you like to insert a letter with an accent into your text? It is as simple as this. Touch and hold the letter that requires accenting.

There is an app that allows users to upload files to the iphone and make it a storage device. Whether you want to carry videos, music, photos or documents, you can easily put them on your phone. You can view and manipulate your files right through your iphone, or link it to another computer to download and access them.

TIP! For quick access to you email messages, tag your accounts. Tagging allows you to receive notifications if a new message appears, as well as view the message instantly.

Are there umlauted or accented letters you wish to include in your messages? This is what you need to do. Touch the letter you wish to alter, and hold. A pop-up box should appear with extra keys. This will allow you to type with fancy lettering as much as you want.

TIP! When visiting a webpage, you should try scrolling with one finger and with two fingers. When a website is divided by multiple boxes, using a single finger to scroll restricts you to individual boxes.

The Safari browser on the iphone is so amazing and lets you accomplish pretty much anything that can be done on regular computer. If you run into a picture you want to save while you’re browsing, just tap and hold it. A menu will appear that will allow you to save the image. You can even place it in a message.

TIP! The iPhone has the option, as do other smartphones, to alert you visually to calls and messages you are receiving on your phone. For a more stealthy notification, you can set the LED to blink, flash, and sometimes even go different colors.

Your iphone can take pictures without needing to be shaken. Do this by using your headphones’ volume controls. Focus initially on the subject that you are looking to take a picture of. Once you have your shot set, press a cord button.

TIP! You can take photos using your iPhone without having to keep your phone steady. You can simply use the volume controls on your headphones.

The ON option in the keyboard clicks setting section allows an audible sound as you type characters for your text or e-mail. This can allow you to hear what you are typing so that you are aware of when the phone is reading what you have to say.

TIP! If you prefer hearing clicks every time you hit a key while texting, you can turn that feature on in your phone’s Sounds section. Some people find it helpful to hear the clicks of typing to keep from making mistakes, while others find the sound irritating and prefer silent typing.

If you have the Safari browser in your iphone, you do not need to use the .com extension to access a site. As an example, if you’d like to go to YouTube.com, just type “YouTube” into the address field.

TIP! You are likely aware you can set time-based reminders on your iPhone, such as “Remind me to cook dinner at 5 P.M.

Be choosy when it comes to picking apps for your phone. iphone has an infinite number of apps available, some of which are free and some that may cost money. Some are not legitimate and may charge hidden fees.

TIP! You can help yourself stay organized by using the iPhone calendar. You can make it more efficient by directly adding your events rather than using the + button.

If you experience a screen freeze on your iphone, do not be overly alarmed. First, try using the “Sleep/Wake” button to bring up the screen. If you are unsuccessful, push it along with the home button. Your phone will get a hard reset and, be working again in no time.

TIP! Do you need to snap a picture with only one hand? Hold your iPhone with a steady hand and press the volume button to take the picture. The picture quality is as good as taking them in the normal fashion.

Your iphone can take a screenshot any time you want to. To do so, press down on both the power and home buttons at the same time. Make sure they are only pressed for a short period of time, as pressing them down for a longer period than needed may cause problems. A screenshot will be produced and directed to the app for Images.

TIP! It’s possible to send photos via your iPhone to all of your family members and friends. You can achieve this by following either of two processes.

Among the many useful features that come loaded onto your iphone is a fairly robust dictionary incorporated right into the iOS itself. Use this reference tool for almost all your apps. You only need to tap and hold any given word and choose “define” from the available options.

TIP! The FaceTime app is a great method for talking to others using your iPhone. It lets you see the person you are talking to.

You can get to your favorites and your iPod controls right away. Just go to your settings screen, then general and then home. Then you can double click and customize, choosing whatever you would like. It is pretty simple when you know how to do it.

TIP! Do you tend to text the same few people frequently? Add this core group of names to your favorites section. You can use your phone logs–specifically your recent call log and your list of favorites–in order to text or call people.

Do you often send text messages to the same contacts? Include these numbers in Favorites. It might seem like a simple tip, but some people do not implement it. By doing so, you can save a lot of time with the people you call and text the most. Simply press the arrow next to the contact and select either call or text. This option will allow you to quickly and easily see what you’ve been missing.

TIP! Make sure that you do not expose your iPhone to direct sunlight for long periods of time. Direct exposure to sunlight has been the cause of damage to many iPhones.

By now you should realize that the many features of the iphone make it more than a simple phone. But, the iphone has capabilities you may not have even realized. Continue using these tips and others to get the best performance and use from your iphone.

Using Your Iphone To Its Full Extent

TIP! Rice is an easy and quick way to dry out your iPhone if you happen to get it wet. There are many ways you may get your phone wet, such as puddles or toilets.

If you are like a million other new and proud but confused owners of an iphone, you probably need some answers. Do not allow yourself to be intimidated by this new gadget. Check out this article for tips and tricks on using your iphone to its full potential.

TIP! The iPhone has a great option for those who need a bigger keyboard to type. It’s not necessary to run out and purchase a new keyboard.

While using your phone to browse the Internet, you may find it easier to do with a larger keypad. You don’t need to buy one, though. Simply turn your iphone sideways and press the Safari address bar! This gives you instant access to a larger keyboard.

TIP! Turn your iPhone’s brightness settings down if you want to get more out of its battery. Do that by adjusting brightness in Settings to a reduced level.

Siri allows you to set reminders based on your location. Rather than asking Siri to tell you to do something at noon, you have another option. Instead, you can request: “Siri, tell me to contact the office when I reach my home.” When the iphone detects you have arrived at the destination, it will give a reminder alert. Setting reminders has never been easier.

TIP! Whenever you learn how you can use your phone’s volume buttons for taking pictures, use your headphone cord to snap a quick picture. Keep your hand steady while you are in the process of taking it, and then once you are ready, press the button that is on the cord.

Did you know that any website you visit can be made into an app? All you have to do is visit the website. Tap “Go” once you access the site. This will give you the option to add this site to your home screen. Finally, you have the option to change it’s name once you have added it to your phone.

TIP! Are you fed up by all the notifications you get on your iPhone? This is a simple way to turn them off. Open Settings and select the ‘Notifications’ bar.

You don’t need to tap the X to eliminate the suggestion box that appears when typing if it is annoying you. You only need to tap the screen anywhere to make the box disappear.

TIP! To dismiss a word that AutoCorrect suggests, you don’t have to tap the “X” that follows the word. Just tap the screen anywhere instead.

If you need a good calculator, try using the calculator in the utility area of the iphone. The calculator is in a standard form when holding the iphone vertically, but changes into a scientific calculator when held horizontally.

TIP! Did you know that you can use your headphone cord to take a photo? First, set up your picture. When you are ready, hit the cord button.

AutoText shortcuts are an ideal way to quickly add frequently used words and phrases into your texts. This feature is a great help when it comes to lengthy email addresses and basic phrases such as “How are you” and “See you soon”. This feature is accessible through the keyboard settings on the iphone.

TIP! Always make sure your OS is upgraded to the most recent version. Apple iPhones are close to being as complex as some computers today, so keeping your phone updated will include any necessary patches, bug fixes, security fixes or functionality issues.

When using Safari on your iphone, you don’t have to key in the “.com” extension when you want to visit a site. Simply enter Amazon in the URL space to navigate directly to their website.

TIP! If you want to hear the clicks that you are making every time you enter a character during your texts, you can change the keyboard clicks to On in the sounds section of your phone. Using different sounds can help you understand when you do type something, and when you don’t.

After you get your iphone, choose a ringtone that you love. If you use the default ringtone, it will be difficult to tell when it is actually your iphone that is ringing. There are several ways to get new ringtone or sound bytes including downloading your favorite song. That will get people’s attention.

Ased Reminders

TIP! If your iPhone freezes up, do not be alarmed. First, give the sleep/wake control a try.

There are many types of reminders available on your iphone; you have the ability to set up time-based reminders. However, are you aware that you can also set location-based reminders as well? For example, you can tell your phone to remind you of something as you leave work. All types of reminders can be utilized with iPhones.

TIP! You should also think about options with an app specifically for managing your battery. One of these apps will tell you when your battery use is the highest and how to make changes to extend the life of your battery.

To mark messages as unread, it is necessary to locate the hidden command. Open details for the mail in question and click the unread option. When you relaunch your email, the message is now in your inbox and unread.

TIP! When typing with your iPhone, setting up word shortcuts can make things much more efficient. Visit “settings”, find “general”, hit “keyboard”, then add a new shortcut.

If there is not sufficient time when composing your email, rather than closing the email app tap on it to cancel. You will be given the option of saving the email in draft form for future completion. Pick yes and later you can access the unfinished email from the draft folder.

TIP! You can screenshot anytime with your iPhone. Just depress the home button and the power button at the same time.

You can take a screenshot when you want with your iphone. Simply push Home and Power at the same time. Don’t hold them too long; press on them briefly. This is a simple way to take a screenshot and send it to your Images app.

TIP! The iPhone is a treasure trove of useful apps and features. One such feature is the comprehensive dictionary.

Press cancel to save messages to work on later. A box inquiring whether you wish to save, cancel or not save the message draft will appear. When you select the save option, your message will be placed into the Drafts folder which will allow you to continue writing your message later. If you do not have one, selecting this causes one to be created.

TIP! Avoid direct sunlight. This can fry your iPhone, which can cost a lot of money upon replacement.

Your iphone contains a very handy and useful dictionary. This feature is available in almost any app. Tap then hold on a word; when the options come up, choose Define.

TIP! You can check out your email from multiple accounts on your iPhone. Just remember what email you are using, because you might get confused at times.

You don’t need to use the scroll method to search contacts on your iphone; there is a much more efficient way. Begin by having the alphabetical list open and keeping your finger on it. Now you can simply slide your finger up and down to peruse the list. This way you can have more control while looking at your contact list.

TIP! Have you backed up your contacts on your iPhone? Use iDrive Lite to save your contact list and restore it if you have to. Not only that, it is free if you switch your software to 2.

Maximizing your iPhone’s use is basically mastering the small tricks, such as eliminating unwanted emails by swiping your finger. Simply highlight the message by dragging your finger across the message and hitting the delete button that comes up.

TIP! When using your iPhone as a music player, it is possible to shuffle the alignment of your screen icons. Just tap on the “settings” button and select the “add more icons” option.

Delete videos that you no longer want to view. When you’re finished watching the video, a prompt will appear, asking you if you want to remove the clip from your device. Do this so that you can free up some space on your phone.

TIP! Did you know that the iPhone is all about giving you the upmost privacy? That’s right; you can set your phone to hide your incoming number when you make a call. Go to the Settings menu, tap Phone, and press the Show Caller ID button.

Smaller windows on your Safari browser can be painstaking to navigate through. You may find your self scrolling through the main webpage instead. You may want to zoom in to the window if you are experiencing a problem. Using two fingertips instead of one to do your scrolling will add precision.

TIP! Apple offers a great variety of sounds to vary your experience with your iPhone. You can now use your own tones for just about anything on your device, including emails and tweets.

You now should understand more about the unexpected things you can do with your iphone. Once you learn how to use it, your new iphone will transform your life. Use what you have learned from this article to get the most from your iphone.

Everything You Ever Wanted Or Needed To Know About Iphone

TIP! Reduce the amount of brightness that you have on your iPhone screen to conserve the battery. All you need to do is go into your phone’s settings and scale back its brightness.

Are you looking to install new iphone apps but aren’t sure where to look or how to download them onto your phone? Fortunately, you will learn how to do just that and much more in the article that follows.

TIP! If you are browsing in Safari, you have the ability to make a phone call with a simple tap. For instance, imagine you are looking for a dry cleaner online.

If you own an iphone, getting lost is a thing of the past. The iphone comes with a built-in map application that shows you where you are at all times. This app is also great for letting you simply find your way to your home, or to someplace that you are traveling to.

TIP! To get rid of the AutoCorrect suggestion box, don’t keep hitting the “X” button every time it doesn’t recognize a word. Just tap the screen anywhere.

Dry rice can be used to dry an iphone if it gets wet. Oftentimes, cell phones are dropped in puddles or even toilets. Do not use a hair dryer, but wipe the phone with a towel and then place it in a ziploc bag that is filled with rice. By leaving it in here for a few hours or, more preferably, overnight, you should have a dry, working iphone.

TIP! There are different ways that you can improve how fast your messages are created. Sometimes, you will be provided an alternative word, as you can tap out of this to delete the suggestion.

While using your phone to browse the Internet, you may find it easier to do with a larger keypad. There is no need to purchase a larger keyboard. Simply turn your iphone horizontal and touch the address bar. The keyboard instantly becomes larger and far more easy to use.

TIP! Are you doubting the wisdom of what you just typed into iMessage? Auto Correct sometimes corrects words you do not wish to be corrected. You can quickly undo these problems by shaking your iPhone.

To get the most out of your iphone, remember that Siri has a ton of unique options you can use, like location reminders. Rather than saying “Siri, let me know to call my job at 5pm.” You can tell Siri to remind you to do something when you get home. The iphone will recognize when you reach home and remind you to perform your task. You can still have your reminder even though you can’t predict when you will get home.

TIP! The default setting for your iPhone is to show previews of incoming text messages on your lock screen. To you, this may either be handy or a hindrance.

Switching from web browsing to placing a call on your iphone doesn’t take more than a single tap. Let’s say you want to find a dry cleaner. When you locate the number, you don’t have to visit your phone option to actually place the call. All you have to do to place a call is to tap the number displayed in the browser window.

TIP! You can set your iPhone to let you know when calls or messages are coming in. The LED flash of the iPhone’s camera can be used to notify you silently.

Handy dictionary shortcuts can be created on the iphone. A properly-programmed iphone will be able to anticipate your words and speed you up. You can also put in new shortcuts and phrases. These shortcuts will also be incorporated into the autocorrect feature of your phone.

TIP! If your iPhone should have to freeze and does not power on after pressing the sleep/wake feature, there is a function called the hard reset that will get it working again. Hold down the button while you are pressing the Home key at the same time.

Use your iphone to download yourself an app that enables you to upload any files you want onto your phone, this way you can use your iphone as a file storage device. You may upload text files, videos, pictures and music. You can view and manipulate your files right through your iphone, or link it to another computer to download and access them.

TIP! Keep the firmware updated on your iPhone. Not only will it extend the life of the battery, but it will make your phone more functional.

Your iphone can provide visual indicators of incoming messages and calls. For silent but prominent notifications, you can make your iPhone’s LED camera flash blink whenever a message or call comes in. Just access the settings menu, then to “general” and next to “accessibility.” From here, it’s easy to program your LED Flash option.

TIP! If you use Safari to browse the Internet on your iPhone, you do not have to type .com.

You will have to reset your phone if it freezes up. You will want to press the home key and the sleep button at the same time. The phone will then shut down and restart as a signal that everything went well.

TIP! The calendar section on the iPhone is a wonderful functional tool to help you get organized. Rather than relying on the “+” function, try adding each event directly.

Always remember to update your OS anytime a new version comes out. The iphone is really like a mini-computer, so every now and then patches appear to fix security holes, bugs and issues with functionality. This is even more important if your phone contains any personal information.

TIP! Do not go overboard with the apps on your iPhone. There is a huge variety of applications that can be loaded to the iPhone.

Keep the firmware on your iphone current. This make the device more usable and your battery’s life longer. Updating your firmware is as easy as having iTunes installed on your computer and syncing the iphone with it. On the other hand, you can utilize iCloud to facilitate your connections.

TIP! There may be times when you are using your iPhone and a pop-up interrupts what you were doing. You can finish working on your current screen before responding to the notifications.

Did you know that you can know take iphone pictures without worrying about your phone shaking? Your headphone’s volume controls can be used for taking photos. Steady your hand and prepare yourself to take a picture. Press the button on the cord when you are ready to capture the picture.

TIP! To mark any emails on an iPhone as unread, locate that command. Navigate to details and tap unread; that’s all there is to it.

Should your iphone fall in water, wait before trying to turn it on. Attempt to dry the outside, and allow the inside moisture to dry out overnight. You can permanently short circuit the phone by activating it when wet.

TIP! If you want to save an email or a text without sending it, tap on cancel. You will receive a popup asking how you wish to proceed; one option being Save.

If the iphone freezes up, stay calm. First, press the Sleep/Wake button. However, if that fails, try a combination of the home and sleep/wake buttons. This will guide you through the process of a hard reset, and will involve the power tab. In a few minutes, your phone should be back to normal.

TIP! The iPhone comes with many features, one of them being a very advanced dictionary. Almost every app on your iPhone can reference it.

Since reading the tips above, you should know about the various apps available. You also know the easiest way to download and install these apps on you iphone. Use your iphone to the fullest extent, and remember all that you have learned here today!

Simple Tricks On How To Maximize Your Iphone

TIP! You may want to opt for a larger keyboard to make surfing the Internet easier. It is, however, not necessary to purchase a larger keyboard.

Since there are so many apps to choose from, the iphone can be great fun for any age. Everybody, from the very young to the oldest and wisest, can get a lot out of an iphone thanks to all of its potential. Read on to learn about the iPhone’s many features.

TIP! Conserve the battery by reducing your iPhone’s brightness level. All you need to do is go into your phone’s settings and scale back its brightness.

The iphone is exceptionally helpful when it comes to location, yours and those places you’d like to get to. Maps are integrated into the iphone experience, and through them you can always see exactly where you are and get directions to any location. This application is great for finding your way back home, or to a new destination you haven’t visited yet.

TIP! A protective screen is a wonderful investment for your iPhone. You can shield your phone’s screen from the scratches and nicks that are common with regular use.

Use rice to dry out a wet iphone. It is fairly common to drop an iphone and get it wet. Use a paper towel to wipe the phone, then place it in a rice packed bag. Use this as an alternative to a hair dryer. The rice will draw the moisture from your phone overnight.

Ased Reminders

TIP! Here’s a tip to help you type a message more quickly. Dismiss any auto-correct suggestions while texting by tapping the screen anywhere.

Location-based reminders can be set by using Siri. Instead of the time-based reminders, you can use location-based reminders. But you can also ask Siri to remind you when you get home. The phone will then detect when you are home and remind you of your call. That way, you get your reminder no matter what time you get home.

TIP! Most iPhone users take full advantage of their phone’s built-in camera. Taking a lot of pictures, though, can leave you with many unorganized photos.

Switching from web browsing to placing a call on your iphone doesn’t take more than a single tap. Let’s say you want to find a dry cleaner. When locating the number, you don’t have to use the phone component to call them. Instead, tap on the phone number, and the call will immediately connect.

TIP! Your iPhone has the capability of showing previews of incoming messages when your screen is locked. Some people like this, but others don’t.

Purchase a protective screen for your iphone. Without some protection it is bound to get scratched up. Something as small as dirt can scratch the screen. So take the precautionary step and add on that screen protection.

TIP! If you want to multiply, subtract or add something really quick, use the calculator component found in the iPhone’s utilities section. You can use it easily in the usual vertical position or turn your phone horizontally for a sleek scientific calculator look.

Your iphone can guide you from one location to a new one. You can use the map feature as your GPS to find locations or amenities along your route. Use bookmarks to mark your favorite locations or your home.

TIP! If your phone freezes and does not respond to Wake/Sleep, you can simply force a hard reset. Hold down the Sleep/Wake button and the Home key at the same time.

Add efficiency to messaging by using this technique. If you don’t like the dictionary’s suggestion for a word replacement, just tap the screen anyplace to get rid of it. This is much easier than removing the word by tapping on the small “x” that follows it.

Use the multimedia features on your iphone to get the most out of it. You can use the iphone to view your favorite movie or television show.

TIP! Avoid wasting your time using suggested words on the iPhone. If you do not want to receive suggestions when composing a message, just tap the screen to make the suggestion box go away.

Are you not so sure you want to send that iMessage after all? Is the Auto Correct feature not working the way you want? There is a very easy way to fix the damage: simply shake your iphone quickly. This is a quick way to undo typing. Go to your Settings and make sure this feature is enabled since it is an optional one.

TIP! Don’t get too crazy with the apps available. There is a huge variety of applications that can be loaded to the iPhone.

Always keep iOS updated to the most recent version, when possible. Each update provide the iphone technology with necessary patches to make sure that it runs with minimal problems. Updating your iphone crucial if you’re using it to access information online.

TIP! There may be times when you are using your iPhone and a pop-up interrupts what you were doing. Many times, you want to complete what you started before checking on the notice.

I great tip for your iphone is by choose the ringtone you like best. The standard ringtones blend in with other Iphone users and makes you just one of the crowd. It’s easy to get a distinctive ringtone by uploading a sound file or a song that you love. This can instantly grab people’s attention.

TIP! Don’t freak out if your iPhone freezes up. Use the Sleep/Wake button as the first remedy.

You can use one hand only to take pictures with the iphone. Simply press “+ volume” once you have the frame exactly as you want it. There’s no difference in the picture’s quality than if you had taken it normally.

TIP! Use Facebook on your iPhone. Many people already take advantage of the benefits of Facebook while using their iPhone, but some do not know they are able to use Facebook on their iPhone.

If you wish to designate an email as “unread” on your iphone, you will need to locate the command, which is generally not visible. Go to the “details” screen. Click on “unread.” Then relaunch your email reader app. You’ll see that the email is now listed as unread.

TIP! You can set up shortcuts to specific words on the iPhone to be more efficient when typing. Go to the Settings menu, look under General, then Keyboard, and finally Add New Shortcut.

If you have started writing an email but did not get it completed, don’t close the email, click on cancel instead. Your iphone will ask you if you want to save your email as a draft. Select “yes” and you return to the draft email later on.

TIP! Save time typing with your iPhone. Go to the main part of the settings sections and then press keyboard where you can add an additional shortcut.

You can take a screenshot when you want with your iphone. Quickly hold the home button and the power button at the same time. You will end up with a shot of your phone’s present display that will be sent to your Images application.

TIP! You can get through contacts with your fingers, but you can do something else that does not require flicking. Instead, try this: Place a finger on the alphabetized list.

There are so many wonderful features to the iphone, one of which is a pretty big dictionary that is built right into the phone. This tool can be used in nearly any app. The only action you must take is tapping and holding on the word in question and then choosing the Define choice from the appearing list.

Social Media

TIP! Learn about your phone by simply going through its different functions. The more you play with the phone and try out unfamiliar features, the more familiar you’ll get with how your iPhone works.

Use your phone to get to your social media sites. The iphone allows for you to update your friends on your life through the popular social media networks such as Facebook and Twitter. Use the social apps to get instant news and updates to know what everyone in the world is doing first.

TIP! You can make changes to the icons available at the iPhone screen’s bottom while listening to music. Just tap ‘settings’ and then choose to ‘add more icons’.

If the screen locks up on your iphone, hold the Home button down for at least 5 seconds. Your phone should automatically reboot. If this doesn’t work, try holding both the Home and Power buttons simultaneously for at least 12 seconds. This technique should be employed only when the first method fails.

TIP! Shut off any wireless radio functions on your iPhone if you are not using them. Even when not in use, these features can cause your battery to run down more quickly.

Make sure that you do not expose your iphone to direct sunlight for long periods of time. Direct sunlight for extended periods puts your phone at risk. Your phone’s internal workings were not meant to be subjected to extremes of heat and cold.

TIP! Don’t have too many movies saved on your iPhone. Movies can be memory eaters; even a short one can take a gigabyte of space.

You should now better understand all of the features that the iphone offers to you. Tutor your friends and family about all the new ways they can make this great smartphone work for them and their needs.

Tips For Your Iphone To Make Life Easier

TIP! Uncooked rice can be used to help dry an iPhone that has gotten wet. It is common to drop the phone in a water puddle, the toilet or something wet.

If you own an iphone, you understand why it is the most popular phone out there. You purchased an iphone because you didn’t want an ordinary, run-of-the-mill phone. But have you figured out all the bells and whistles buried deep in your iphone functionality? These tips will help you enjoy your iphone.

TIP! After you know how to take pictures using the volume buttons, try using the headphone cord. Press the button located on the headphone cord while keeping a steady hand.

You do not have to be concerned about being lost once you have an iphone. You will be able to see your location with the map feature anytime you are in a service area. Should you need to get home, or somewhere new, this feature is the key.

TIP! Are you tired of notifications you receive? To stop them, do the following. Open Settings and select the ‘Notifications’ bar.

Make sure you update your phone when ever updates become available. If you are diligent about doing this, you can be more secure in the fact that your phone will not be subject to glitches and viruses. Your pictures and other files will be saved to your computer; if you damage your iphone, you will not lose all your data.

TIP! AutoCorrect usually tries to suggest different words for you to use, but you don’t have to keep hitting “X” at each word. You can make this process faster by tapping anywhere on your screen.

You can have a better iphone browsing experience by using a bigger keyboard. You don’t need to buy one, though. Instead, you can simply turn your iphone clockwise 90 degrees, then lightly tap the URL bar in Safari. Now your keyboard is larger and you will be able to type more efficiently.

TIP! Use your iPhone to download yourself an app that enables you to upload any files you want onto your phone, this way you can use your iPhone as a file storage device. You are able to upload videos, music or pictures and text files.

If you are navigating the web using your iphone, don’t worry about adding in the “.com” at the end of a website address. All you have to do is type in the main address and you will be directed to the site you are looking for. This will end up saving you a ton of time.

The “X” button is not needed after each AutoCorrect suggestion. You can simply tap the screen anywhere. The suggestion box will close, allowing you to continue typing your message.

TIP! The default setting for your iPhone is to show previews of incoming text messages on your lock screen. Some people like this, but others don’t.

You can use your iphone to create a comprehensive dictionary and catalog of shortcuts. The iphone can detect what you are trying to say. You can program the iphone for a variety of different shortcuts and phrases. The keyboard also has autocorrect when typing words and phrases.

TIP! Have you ever been disappointed that you could not get your camera up in time to get a perfect shot? Use this easy shortcut. With your screen in the locked position, double tap your Home button.

Try snapping a photograph using the headphone cord. To start, frame the picture you wish to take. Once you’re ready to take the picture, press the button that’s on the cord. Doing this will take a picture. To save, do as you would normally do.

TIP! You can enable your iPhone to visually indicate incoming messages and calls. If you want silent yet pronounced message notifications, you can set your camera to flash as messages appear.

Make messaging faster if you use this trick. If the dictionary has provided you with a work you do not like, just tap anywhere on your phone’s screen to get rid of it. You do not even have to tap the small “x” that is found at the word’s end.

TIP! There is a reset that you can do on your device if it freezes. Press the sleep button and home button at the same time for several seconds.

Are you regretting something you just typed on iMessage? Has Auto Correct messed up your message’s meaning? There is a very easy way to fix the damage: simply shake your iphone quickly. Anything you’ve typed will be erased in seconds. Go to the Settings menu to make sure this function is enabled.

TIP! Upgrade your operating system with the latest version. Apple iPhones have now almost become as intricate as computers, so there exists sporadic patches to repair functionality issues, bugs and security holes.

Have you lost a great picture because your camera app did not come up quickly? Try this easy and quick shortcut. If you have locked the screen, tap twice on the Home button. This provides you with a camera on the bottom to take pictures. Tapping this button will automatically load your camera.

TIP! If you have gotten your iPhone wet, don’t immediately try to turn it on. Instead, do you best to dry the outside of the phone, and then allow the phone dry out overnight in a bowl of uncooked white rice.

Try not to talk to your Siri function as often as you do if you are a very private type of person. Apple keeps recordings of almost all communication with Siri on its own server. While this does assist the speech recognition function, you should be aware that you might not have total privacy when doing this.

TIP! Have you ever been interrupted with an unimportant notice while you were busy using your iPhone. You may wish to ignore the notice and get back to whatever you were doing.

Did you know that you can actually take a screenshot using your iphone? It’s simple: hold the home button down and simultaneously click the sleep button at the top of your device. The screen goes white, and that’s how you know you have a screenshot.

TIP! While the iPhone is one of the most useful and innovative devices out there, some people become frustrated while trying to scroll through long websites. Well, now that is no longer necessary.

If your iphone freezes up and does not restart by pressing the “sleep/wake” button, a hard reset will fix the problem. Press and hold that button while you hold down the Home key simultaneously. The phone should shutdown and get itself restarted so you can continue using it.

TIP! Your iPhone is a great platform for using Facebook. Lots of people do not know that it is incredibly easy to access Facebook with the iPhone.

You can take a photo on your iphone without worrying about shaking your phone. Just use the volume buttons that are located on the headphones. You need a steady hand centered onto the image you wish to capture before you do anything else. Press the proper button on your headphone wire when the picture is ready to be taken.

TIP! Many ways of scrolling through your contacts exist. You can either use your fingertip to scroll, or just tap on a letter to go to a section.

You probably already know about the phone’s ability to set time reminders. However, are you aware that you can also set location-based reminders as well? You can say “remind me to go to the store after I leave work.” There is no end to the kinds of reminders you can set on your iphone.

TIP! If your iPhone appears frozen, try to hold Home down for about five seconds. The phone should reboot.

An iphone is really all that you want in a phone and more; you just need to learn how to use it well. This article provided you with information you have to have to be a pro, and now you can start to truly enjoy your iphone. Have fun using your iphone!

Easy Ways To Make Things Easier On Yourself With Your Iphone

TIP! You do not have to be concerned about losing an iPhone anymore. The app for maps is already set up, so you can see your location anywhere there is service.

If you one of the many people that have just bought an iphone, you might be confused by its features. Don’t let this new piece of technology care you into submission. Keep reading to learn how to maximize your iPhone’s potential.

TIP! An iPhone’s notification feature can become annoying. You can shut them off.

There are ways that you can make the keyboard larger on your iphone. However, you do not have to purchase a larger keyboard. Simply turn your iphone horizontal and touch the address bar. The keyboard instantly becomes larger and far more easy to use.

TIP! To get rid of the AutoCorrect suggestion box, don’t keep hitting the “X” button every time it doesn’t recognize a word. Just tap somewhere else on the screen instead.

A protective screen is a wonderful investment for your iphone. If you do not have a screen protector on your phone, it will definitely become a victim of nicks and scratches. Your fingers can transfer dirt to the screen which in turn can leave hairline scratches. Be certain to always keep a protector on the screen of your iphone.

TIP! If you download an application that will let you upload your files to the iPhone, you can utilize it as a device for storage. Upload videos, music, photos or even text-only files.

You can turn your iphone into a thumb drive by equipping it with an app that lets you upload files to it. Upload photos, music or other files with the app. The iphone will only need to be plugged into the computer to gain access to the files, or you can directly open them through the phone.

TIP! You can increase your messaging speed using this method. If you want to avoid suggestions from the dictionary, tap the screen anywhere to ignore it.

Mistakes happen when typing on iPhones. Has Auto Correct made you say something silly? If so, then all you have to do is shake the iphone. It erases the most recent typing you have entered. This feature is optional and needs to be enabled if you wish to use it.

TIP! The iPhone will show you a preview of any incoming messages right on the main lock screen. Depending on your personal preference you may find that this feature is helpful or you may not care for it at all.

Attempt scrolling with one as well as two fingers when viewing a webpage. When a website is broken into boxes, using one finger to scroll permits you to navigate just one box at a time. You can scroll through the whole page with two fingers.

TIP! It can be frustrating to lose a great shot because your camera app is too slow to load. Here is a simple shortcut that is quick.

Has a good opportunity to take a picture passed you by because you couldn’t get to the camera app quickly enough? Here is a simple solution. Double tap Home twice when the screen is in a locked state. A miniature camera icon will be noticeable at the bottom. Touch this button in order to enable the camera automatically.

TIP! Did you know that your iPhone can take a screenshot, anytime you like? When you are looking at what you want the screenshot of, press Sleep and Home together. The screen goes white, and that’s how you know you have a screenshot.

If you need a good calculator, try using the calculator in the utility area of the iphone. You can turn your phone to access the scientific calculator option which is visible when the phone is horizontal.

TIP! Sometimes a hard reset is necessary to get your iPhone working again if it freezes and the Sleep/Wake button does not fix it. Simply depress the button as you hold the Home button.

Make sure to regularly update your firmware. This will increase the usability of your device, and it can also increase battery life. You can update your firmware simply by uploading iTunes to your computer and connecting your phone to that computer. You can also connect your iphone with iCloud to your computer.

Turn on keyboard clicks if you want some reassuring sound as you text. By turning on the sound you will know when your phone accepts your keystrokes.

TIP! The advantage of the Safari browser on your iPhone is that you don’t have to add .com at the end of a URL when you are surfing the Web.

For a time-saving tip for email and texting, make AutoText shortcuts for words and phrases you type often on the iphone. This can be handy when typing common phrases like “where are you” or entering long email addresses. This feature can be located in the iPhone’s keyboard settings area.

TIP! Make the suggested words box on your iPhone quickly disappear! If you’re texting or using email on your phone, simply tap any part of the screen to get rid of the suggestion box. This keeps you from having to hit the x.

The calendar section on the iphone is a wonderful functional tool to help you get organized. It’s a lot quicker and more efficient to add events directly rather than relying on the + button. While viewing the “Day” screen, tap and hold on a given hour to automatically insert an event at that time. The quicker you can schedule things, the less time you’ll have to waste on it.

TIP! You probably already know your phone can set reminders based on certain times. Also, you can set reminders that are based on locations as well.

Your iphone makes surfing the web easy; however, scrolling back to the beginning of a page can be a bit cumbersome. Luckily, there is no need for this. You can quickly go right back to the top by tapping on the top bar of your screen that has the clock in it. You can also use the same feature on many other long lists (such as your music library).

TIP! Now that it’s possible to multi-task with your iPhone, you don’t have to drop everything when a fresh notification arrives. It’s likely that you need to finish what you’re working on before turning your attention to the notification.

Marking emails as unread is easy with an iphone. Go to Details, then select the Unread feature. When you come back to your inbox, the e-mail will show up as unread.

TIP! You can mark emails as unread; however, the option is not visible on the main, mail screen. Navigate to details and tap unread; that’s all there is to it.

If you lack the time to finish emails, tap cancel rather than closing the email application. You’ll then be given the option to save your prose as a draft. Select YES, and the unfinished email will be saved to your draft folder.

TIP! Set up word shortcuts on your iPhone to type more efficiently. Visit “settings”, find “general”, hit “keyboard”, then add a new shortcut.

The iphone allows you to take screenshots whenever you like. Press the home and power button at one time. Remember to only do a quick push, as a long press will lead to a reset. The screenshot will be of the current display and will be stored in your photos.

Drafts Folder

TIP! One of the great features on the iPhone is the comprehensive dictionary that has been preloaded. You can use this tool in pretty much any app.

If you would like to save any messages you are typing for later, tap the cancel button. When you tap Cancel, your options will be Save, Cancel and Don’t Save. If you opt to save the message, it will be stored in the Drafts folder. If you have no Drafts folder, your phone will make one when you make that choice.

TIP! Avoid extreme temperatures when you have your iPhone with you. You definitely do not want to take your iPhone into cold refrigerated areas like they have in some warehouses and then back out into the warmth.

The iphone offers an extremely useful dictionary as a standard feature that is programed into the iOs of the phone itself. This particular reference tool can be utilized with almost any app. If you find a word you don’t know, click and hold down on it; a “define” option will appear for your use.

TIP! It can be difficult to scroll through a tiny window when on your iPhone’s browser. You might end up scrolling around the main site instead.

You can gain access to your iPod controls through your favorites. From the Setting menu, go to General, and then Home. Then you can double click and customize, choosing whatever you would like. This is a pretty straightforward process.

TIP! For those who use their iPhone to view the weather, you can alternate between current conditions and the six-day forecast by swiping either left or right. Tapping anywhere on the weather bar that is found in the Notifications menu will also allow you to access the weather app.

After reading this article, you should be aware of how many amazing things can be done with an iphone. When you learn, you can use your iphone to transform your life. Try the tips here, and your iphone will soon be a gadget that you can’t put down.

Letting The Iphone Technology Work For You

TIP! Make sure your phone is using the latest updates. Doing this ensures that your phone has all the latest options and software fixes.

What is an app and how can they help you experience your iphone? If you’re asking these questions, then thankfully, the below article will inform you of some tricks that can answer them. They may help you streamline not just your iphone usage but even your whole life.

TIP! When using Safari, make calls with a single tap. Suppose you are searching for a dry cleaner that is close by.

Did you know that rice can be used to dry your iphone if it gets wet? No matter how much care you take, your phone may slip into water, or even get rained on. Do not use a hair dryer, but wipe the phone with a towel and then place it in a ziploc bag that is filled with rice. This should dry out the phone, usually after a few hours or by waiting until the following morning.

TIP! Do you feel overwhelmed by push notifications on your iPhone? You can easily turn them off. Begin by selecting the button that says “Settings”.

It is now possible for Siri to let your program a location-based reminder. No longer do you need to give Siri a time to remind you of a specific task. It will call you when you get home. Siri will provide you the reminder when you arrive home. This way if you don’t know what time you’re getting home, you can still set a reminder.

TIP! Keep in mind you don’t have to always need to press X each time AutoCorrect pops up to suggest a correction. Instead, all you have to do is tap anywhere on the screen.

The utilities of your iphone has a calculator built in. When holding the phone upright it is a regular calculator, but by tilting it sideways you will get a scientific calculator.

TIP! You can easily message much faster using this simple trick. If you prefer not to insert the word suggested by the dictionary while texting, tap your finger anywhere on your iPhone’s screen; this dismisses the suggestion.

Your iphone Safari browser will do most anything a computer browser can do. To save a picture, simply tap and hold. The popup menu allows you to put the picture in your Camera Roll. It is even possible to drop it into an outgoing message.

TIP! When visiting a webpage, you should try scrolling with one finger and with two fingers. When the webpages has boxes, one finger scrolling lets you see each box individually.

Regularly update the firmware of your iphone. This will both make your iphone more usable and extend the life of its battery. Updating your firmware is easy and can be done by connecting your computer to your phone and uploading iTunes. ICloud can connect to an Apple computer if you have one.

Ased Reminders

TIP! If an iPhone freezes up, you can easily perform a rest to get everything back in working order. Hold down the button while you are pressing the Home key at the same time.

You are likely aware you can set time-based reminders on your iphone, such as “Remind me to cook dinner at 5 P.M.” However, are you aware that you can also set location-based reminders as well? As an example, you are able to say, “I need to call the dentist when I get home.” Remember that your iphone has all different types of reminders that can come in handy for you.

TIP! Make sure to regularly update your firmware. The functionality of the device will be increased, along with its battery life.

Now that it’s possible to multi-task with your iphone, you don’t have to drop everything when a fresh notification arrives. Before paying attention to the notification, you may feel like finishing what you were originally doing. It’s easy to dismiss the notification. To do this, swipe the notification away with your finger when it appears on your screen.

TIP! With your iPhone, you do not need to worry about your phone shaking when you take a picture. Your headphones incorporate volume buttons and these can be used for this purpose.

You should stay calm if your iphone freezes up. First, press wake/sleep. But if that doesn’t work, try holding the sleep and home button simultaneously. This button combo prompts your phone to perform a hard reset, which should bring the phone back to life within a couple of minutes.

TIP! AutoText shortcuts save a great deal of time when texting and emailing. Create shortcuts for the phrases that you use most frequently.

Buying an app to manage your battery can be a smart iphone investment. There are many varieties available, each with features for letting you know what percentage of battery you are using on each task and how you can get more from your battery. Many will also alert you when you should calibrate, so you are always getting accurate readings.

TIP! You may realize that your iPhone can remind you of something that is happening at a certain time. However, you can also create reminders that are location-based! For example, you might tell your phone to “Remind me to call Mom when I leave work.

Set up word shortcuts on your iphone to type more efficiently. To add a shortcut simply to to settings, check under general, then under keyboard and then click on add shortcut. You can add acronyms or abbreviations to stand for common phrases and words that you often type. As you type the shortcuts, the words that correspond will become inserted.

TIP! Don’t go overboard when installing new apps. There are many iPhone apps and some of them are even free.

Should Siri’s voice not be to your liking, you can adjust the settings. Find the Siri function which is in the general->settings section. You can adjust Siri’s language to either French, English or German. Also, you will be able to alter the accent to British or Australian. In fact, British Siris are male.

Email Accounts

TIP! Sometimes a notification appears when you are using your iPhone. Before paying attention to the notification, you may feel like finishing what you were originally doing.

Name your email accounts if you check more than one with your iphone. You might become confused if all of your accounts are named similarly. By uniquely naming email accounts, they are easier to navigate.

TIP! Should your iPhone freeze up, do not be distressed. First, give the sleep/wake control a try.

To save space, try not to store too many videos on your phone simultaneously. You will be offered the option to delete it from the phone once it has been viewed. This selection will allow you to save on space.

TIP! Taking a screenshot is easy if you have the iPhone. To take a screenshot press the “Home” and “Power” buttons simultaneously.

Is backing up your contacts something you need to do? There is a great application called iDrive Lite that will let you share and save your contacts easily. Best of all, as long as your phone’s software has been updated to 2., this app is totally free.

TIP! FaceTime is great for communicating on the iPhone. It lets you see the person you are talking to.

To use your iphone effectively, it can be helpful to view one or more of the Apple tutorials. You can learn many functions of your iphone in detailed instructions step by step. When you need to know something, simply use a tutorial and your needs are met right away.

TIP! Do you always text the same people? If so, consider adding each of these numbers to your favorites. You can use recent and favorite call lists to text and call people.

Make sure you keep the screen dark when you’re not using your iphone. The brightness of your screen directly relates to how long your phone stays powered. Keeping the screen darker rather than brighter will extend your battery power before needing to recharge.

TIP! Do you want to have a backup for all of your contacts on your iPhone? The iDrive Lite app lets you do so very easily, as well as letting you share or restore your contacts. If you have updated your software to 2.

Play around with your iphone. When you have time to sit and fidget with your iphone try doing something new on your iphone and seeing whether you can accomplish your goal. It can take hours or days, but the time spent is worth it to become aware of what the phone can do.

TIP! Do you want your iPhone’s alert tone to be unique? You can make custom alert tones by doing this. In the settings area, go to the sounds option.

You should have a clear understanding of how great apps truly are after reading this article. Put the valuable information you have garnered here to good use and let the iphone help manage, entertain and inform you in the many ways it was designed to do.

Iphone Secrets To Get The Most From Your Device

TIP! When using Safari, making phone calls is as easy as just one tap on the screen. You might run across a number you want to call if you’re searching for, say, a restaurant online.

Have you ever tried using an iphone? These devices can do a lot if you know how to use them properly. For those who want or have an iphone, you can learn more about it and what it can do with this article.

TIP! Buy a screen protector to use on your iPhone. If you don’t apply a screen protector, your phone can suffer from scratches and nicks.

Use rice to dry out a wet iphone. It is not uncommon to drop your phone in the toilet, a puddle of water or something else wet. Use a paper towel to wipe the phone, then place it in a rice packed bag. Use this as an alternative to a hair dryer. After several hours, the rice will have absorbed all of the water.

Screen Protector

TIP! A lot of iPhone users want to use accented letters and other features in their text, but they simply can’t figure out how to do it. Well, luckily for you it’s a relatively easy process.

To ensure the safety of your device, buy a screen protector. Without a screen protector, you will scratch the face of your phone over time. Something as small as dirt can scratch the screen. Keep the protector on the phone at all times to keep the screen in good condition.

TIP! Whenever you’re using your iPhone, you can take a quick screenshot. From the targeted screen, simply depress the Home and Sleep buttons simultaneously.

If you are looking for ways to make the best use of your iphone, you should look into its many media viewing features. You can download television shows, films or funny videos and transform a phone into an entertainment center.

TIP! Update your iPhone firmware constantly. That will help the usability of the iPhone, as well as battery life.

Are you regretting that message you just made with iMessage? Has Auto Correct made you say something silly? You can easily correct the damage by simply shaking your phone. It erases the most recent typing you have entered. Go to your Settings and make sure this feature is enabled since it is an optional one.

TIP! Turn the sound of keyboard clicks On in your Sounds Section if you need to hear clicks when you are texting. This can allow you to hear what you are typing so that you are aware of when the phone is reading what you have to say.

When you are trying to send an email or write a note and you have no interest in using words that are suggested by the iphone, you do not need to hit the “X” to dismiss the suggestion box. You only need to tap the screen anywhere to make the box disappear.

TIP! Create shortcuts for sayings or phrases you use a lot to save yourself some time. This feature is easy for email addresses and common phrases.

The iphone will show you a preview of any incoming messages right on the main lock screen. You may find this handy or annoying. If you are one that does not like that feature, you will be happy to learn that you can stop that feature from continuing. Simply go to the settings menu area and click on notifications and then messages. The feature you need to turn off is the Show Preview option.

TIP! One of the best things you can do with your iPhone is choose a ringtone that you absolutely love. If you use the default ringtone, it will be difficult to tell when it is actually your iPhone that is ringing.

Whenever you’re using your iphone, you can take a quick screenshot. When you’re on the screen you want to save, hold down the home button and then tap on the sleep button. If you see that your screen has turned white, you have successfully taken a screenshot.

TIP! If you get your iPhone wet, don’t try to turn it on right away. Dry the outside of the phone.

Regularly update the firmware of your iphone. Not only will it help your phone function better, but it will also enable the battery to last longer, too. You can update your firmware simply by uploading iTunes to your computer and connecting your phone to that computer. Or, you can connect the iphone to an Apple Computer via iCloud.

TIP! You probably already know it is possible to set reminders that are time-based on your phone. It gets better! You can also use reminders based on a particular location.

Change the keyboard clicks option if you want sound when you type a text. This is helpful because the sounds let you know that your phone is recognizing what you are entering.

TIP! Sometimes you are working on your iPhone and you are interrupted when a notification pops up. Perhaps you wish to complete your initial task before addressing the notification.

To save time while texting or emailing, create AutoText shortcuts for phrases that you type most frequently on your iphone. This can be handy when typing common phrases like “where are you” or entering long email addresses. You will find this feature by going to the keyboard settings.

TIP! If you find that Siri’s voice is a bit annoying to you, you do have choices. Find Siri in the General Settings area.

If you use Safari to browse the Internet on your iphone, you do not have to type .com. For example, if you would like to go to Amazon.com, you could type the word “Amazon” and it will navigate to the website.

TIP! Try to save some time when using your iPhone to type. Go to Settings, then General, then Keyboard, and simply add new shortcuts.

Your iphone has a calendar that is great to help you organize your life. It’s a lot quicker and more efficient to add events directly rather than relying on the + button. Tap and hold on an hour to create an event for that specific time. Fast scheduling will give you more time to work with!

TIP! Tap cancel to save an email message. Mail will ask whether you want to cancel the message, save it, or discard it.

If your phone freezes, do not panic. First, test the sleep or wake button. If this doesn’t work, then try pressing the sleep and home button at the same time. This will restart your phone and the Apple logo should appear.

TIP! On your iPhone, you can access your iPod controls, as well as your favorites, in an instant. All you have to do is go to settings, then general, and then the home button.

Your iphone is a great platform for using Facebook. While many people are already doing so, others may be unaware that they can just check Facebook right from their iphone.

TIP! Keep your iPhone away from situations that will cause extreme variations in temperatures. Don’t leave it in your car in extreme heat and don’t bring it with you into walk-in freezers.

If you have run out of time and can’t finish composing your email, then just press cancel rather than closing out of your email app. The device will ask whether you wish to save a draft of the message. Selecting the yes option entitles you to return to the draft folder at a later time.

TIP! Do not let your iPhone become exposed to the sun for too long. If it is in direct sunlight for a long time, you could find yourself owning a ruined device.

With the information you have read, you have probably learned a bit about the phone, at least more than you knew before. Utilize these tips to have your iphone working for you.

Think The Iphone Is Just Another Cell Phone? Think Again!

TIP! If you want to browse the web with ease on the iPhone, try a larger keyboard. However, you do not have to purchase a larger keyboard.

Most people have an iphone, or it seems so; however, most don’t know how to really use it. Are you concerned that your iphone is not being used to its full potential? This article is filled with advice and tips to help you get everything out of your iphone.

Headphone Cord

TIP! Siri allows you to set reminders based on your location. Instead of saying “Siri, remind me to call work at five.

Whenever you learn how you can use your phone’s volume buttons for taking pictures, use your headphone cord to snap a quick picture. As you prepare to take the picture, steady your hand, then quickly depress the button located on the headphone cord. You won’t shake the phone and you will have a clear shot.

TIP! Create your own shortcuts and dictionary on your iPhone. When you use the diction feature, your iPhone will recognize everything you say thanks to this dictionary.

Whenever you’re in Safari, it’s simple to make calls by a single tap. Perhaps you are searching for a local grocery store. When you locate the number, you don’t have to visit your phone option to actually place the call. Just press the number; you then connect to the place you are trying to call.

Suggestion Box

TIP! Access your email quickly and easily by tagging your accounts directly to your iPhone. This feature allows you to receive and view messages right away directly on your iPhone.

Hitting the “X” button when the AutoCorrect suggestion box comes up is not necessary. Instead, you can simply tap anywhere on your phone’s screen. This method closes the suggestion box quickly and easily.

TIP! Are you regretting something you just typed on iMessage? Perhaps the dreaded Auto Correct feature has skewed the meaning and garbled your intent. You can easily correct the damage by simply shaking your phone.

Did you know that you can use your headphone cord to take a photo? Simply frame the picture that you wish to take. Once you’re ready to take the picture, press the button that’s on the cord. This takes the picture. You can save the picture by following the same steps you would normally.

TIP! If you are writing something and wish not to use the iPhone’s suggested words, forget about using the “x” to get rid of them. Just tap the screen anywhere to cancel the suggestion box.

Would you like to insert a letter with an accent into your text? It is as simple as this. All you have to do is touch and hold the letter you want for a few moments, and you will receive a list of options. Shortly, a box will appear that has a group of extra keys. The options available for typing specific letters will provide you with many choices for the appearance of letters using your iphone.

TIP! If you have an iPhone that uses Siri, but are concerned with privacy, you may want to avoid communicating with her too much. Voice prompts spoken to Siri are recorded by Apple and then stored on their internal server.

If you own an iphone with Siri and value your privacy, think twice about talking to her a lot. Apple retains recordings of a majority of voice prompts said to Siri which Apple retains on an internally-hosted server. This is to improve the program’s speech recognition capabilities, and they keep the files secured. However it’s best to be aware that any time you speak to Siri, you may be recorded.

TIP! Use your handy iPhone to quickly snap a screenshot. Press the home and sleep button together for taking a screenshot.

You can take screenshots with your phone. Hold the sleep and home buttons for at least three seconds and this will take the snapshot. When the screen becomes white, the screenshot is saved on your phone.

TIP! If your iPhone should have to freeze and does not power on after pressing the sleep/wake feature, there is a function called the hard reset that will get it working again. Press and hold the “Sleep/Wake” button again while simultaneously holding down the “Home” key.

You will have to reset your phone if it freezes up. By simultaneously holding down the sleep/wake button and the home key, it should get your phone working properly again. The iphone will initiate a shutdown and restart, solving the problem.

TIP! If you want to make your phone a statement of who you are, you can customize your ring tones. Do you really want to use the same exact ringtone as your grandmother, your dentist and your boss? You can use a favorite tune or an audio byte that makes you giggle.

Make sure to regularly update your firmware. This make the device more usable and your battery’s life longer. Updating your firmware is easy and can be done by connecting your computer to your phone and uploading iTunes. ICloud can connect to an Apple computer if you have one.

TIP! Most people know that you can set a reminder for a specific time using the iPhone, such as “Dentist at 4:30.” It gets better! You can also use reminders based on a particular location.

With your iphone, you do not need to worry about your phone shaking when you take a picture. You can do this with your headphones by pushing the volume button. Start off by focusing your camera on the subject you want to capture. Just press one of the buttons that are on the cord when you want to take a picture.

TIP! Sometimes a notification appears when you are using your iPhone. Perhaps you wish to complete your initial task before addressing the notification.

To cut down on time while you are emailing or texting, there is an autotext shortcut feature that you can use for anything you frequently type into your iphone. This feature is a great help when it comes to lengthy email addresses and basic phrases such as “How are you” and “See you soon”. You’ll find the necessary settings lurking in the iphone settings’ “Keyboard” section.

TIP! If you have run out of time and can’t finish composing your email, then just press cancel rather than closing out of your email app. This will prompt your iPhone to ask if you would like to save this e-mail as a draft.

You can select from a wide range of ringtones on your iphone. Don’t blend in with the factory-default ringtone. You could use your favorite song or another sound you find enjoyable. You are sure to get attention!

TIP! Reduce the time you spend typing on your iPhone. Use the settings section to add your own personal shortcuts.

You can mark emails as unread; however, the option is not visible on the main, mail screen. Find ‘Details’ on your iphone menu and click on the unread tag for email. When you return to your email it will be marked as unread.

TIP! You can scroll through your contacts in three ways on the iPhone. You can tap one letter, go through the whole list, or press slightly to get to the list.

If you have run out of time and can’t finish composing your email, then just press cancel rather than closing out of your email app. You can then save it as a draft. Selecting the yes option entitles you to return to the draft folder at a later time.

TIP! When assessing your contacts on the iPhone, you may just scroll through your list as usual. However, there is an easier way.

With your iphone, you can take a screenshot whenever the desire strikes you. You just need to press the home button and power button together. This will flash a white screen, which will take a screenshot of your phone and save it in your pictures.

TIP! Don’t store your iPhone anywhere that experiences extreme temperatures. You definitely do not want to take your iPhone into cold refrigerated areas like they have in some warehouses and then back out into the warmth.

Your iphone will also you to very quickly retrieve your iPod and other favored features. Do this by going to the settings, general and then home. Then you can double click and customize, choosing whatever you would like. This is a pretty straightforward process when following step by step.

TIP! There are little tricks to using your iPhone efficiently, and one is knowing how to remove unwanted emails by swiping your finger. In your inbox, pulling your fingertip across a message (like crossing an item off a list) will bring up a delete button you can use to instantly get rid of it.

You now have some great suggestions to help you get the most from your iphone. If you have one of these phones, you already know that it is fantastic. Apply the tips you just read, download more apps and explore your iphone to become more familiar with it.

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TIP! Always update your device whenever you can. When you update your device, you’ll have all the fixes, updates, and other important things your iPhone needs.

If you are educated about your iphone, you can use it to make some things in life easier with the help of the many apps that are available. The basics in the article below will tell you what you need to know to start making every day headache-free.

TIP! Siri can now let you set location-based reminders. Siri already gives reminders based on a pre-set time.

Use the following trick to make messaging quicker. If the suggestion provided for a word by your iphone isn’t what you want to use, you can get rid of it by tapping any part of the phone’s screen. You do not have to click on the x displayed next to the word to dismiss it.

TIP! Get a protective screen. Without protection, your phone’s screen will get nicked and scratched.

When you’d like to write an email or type up a note, and aren’t interested in using the words your iphone is suggesting, you don’t need to press X to get rid of the suggestion box. You can actually tap your finger anywhere within the screen to dismiss the box.

TIP! You can find your way anywhere with your iPhone. If you find yourself in need of directions, you can always use the map feature as a GPS.

If you wish to do basic arithmetic quickly, try using the calculator in your iPhone’s utility section. It’s available in standard form if it’s held vertically, but can become a scientific calculator if it’s held horizontally.

TIP! Did you know that you can use your headphone cord to take a photo? To begin, frame the picture that you are going to take. When you are ready to snap the shot, depress the button your cord.

If your iphone is equipped with the Siri app, you may want to rethink using Siri often if you want to protect your privacy. Apple keeps recordings of almost all communication with Siri on its own server. This helps them develop speech recognition programs, although it is important to understand that you may be recorded.

TIP! There are many multimedia capabilities available to your iPhone. Your iPhone can become your primary source of entertainment when you download TV programs and clips to it.

Always make sure your OS is upgraded to the most recent version. The iphone is really like a mini-computer, so every now and then patches appear to fix security holes, bugs and issues with functionality. Updating your OS regularly will help ensure the safety of your personal information.

TIP! Get quick access to your email by tagging your account with your iPhone. You will receive notifications every time a message is in your email’s inbox.

You don’t have to worry about your phone shaking when taking a photo with your iphone. Your headphone’s volume controls can be used for taking photos. Start off by focusing your camera on the subject you want to capture. When you have your subject ready, just press the button on your headphone cord.

TIP! If you do not want to use the iPhone suggestions for typing an email or note, it is not necessary to hit “x” to remove the box. The suggestion will be dismissed if you give a tap on any part of the screen.

Making AutoText shortcuts for the words and phrases you use most often can make composing messages and emails on your iphone a much faster process. This feature is easy for email addresses and common phrases. Access the shortcut feature in the keyboard settings.

TIP! You can use your Safari browser use you iPhone just like a computer, even for saving images of the Internet. If you find a picture you would like to save, simply press and hold it.

If you want to make your phone a statement of who you are, you can customize your ring tones. This will help you stand out from the crowd, since many people have standard ringtones. Use a favorite song, a sound effect, or spoken words that are unique. This is a surefire way to get other people’s attention.

TIP! For a time-saving tip for email and texting, make AutoText shortcuts for words and phrases you type often on the iPhone. This function is great when dealing with long email addresses or for common phrases.

Setting alerts and reminders is very easy; use this feature for your appointments and other obligations. Did you know that it’s possible to set reminders based on location? As an example, you can set a notification that will remind you to stop at the pharmacy once you leave work. You can use many different types of reminders when it comes to iPhones.

TIP! Avoid wasting your time using suggested words on the iPhone. If your phone gives you a suggestion, all you need to do is tap outside of the suggestion box, and it will disappear, so that you are no longer bothered by it.

One thing you must remember with an iphone is not to get carried away with the tremendous amount of apps available. There are so many options out there when it comes to the apps, between the free and pay versions. But you need to be careful because some are not what they say they are will end up taking money from you through hidden charges.

TIP! You can use your iPhone camera single-handedly. You can use your volume buttons as your shutter button, so there will be no need to tap the screen.

You can set up shortcuts to specific words on the iphone to be more efficient when typing. Simply go to “Settings,” check under the “General” tab, navigate your way to the “Keyboard,” and from there you can choose the “Add New Shortcut” option. This lets you input abbreviations that you can use shortcuts for words or phrases that you type frequently. As you use these shortcuts, the correct words or phrases will be typed.

TIP! If you’re unable to finish your email and want to save it, press cancel rather than just closing the app. The iPhone will then ask if you would like to save the email in your drafts folder.

If Siri’s mechanized voice rubs you the wrong way, you do have other options. The first step is to find Siri in the “general settings” area. You can program the language to French, English or German. You can also change her accent to reflect either an Australian or British accent. The British Siri happens to be a male!

TIP! You can take a screenshot of your display at any time. This can be done with a simultaneous press of the home and power buttons.

Your iphone gives you the power to take a screenshot at any time. Touch and hold down the home and power buttons at the same time to acheive this. (Do so quickly; if you do it for very long, it may have an unintended consequence.) This method will let you capture your screen, and it will put a copy in the Images app.

TIP! FaceTime is a wonderful way to communicate on the iPhone. It helps people look at those they are conversing with.

There is an alternative to finding a contact on your iphone besides flicking through your contacts list. Simply hold a finger on the list of names in your contacts. Slide your finger up and down the list for a simpler method of scrolling. You will be able to browse through your contact list more quickly.

TIP! If your iPhone appears frozen, try to hold Home down for about five seconds. This will force-quit any apps that are running and let your iPhone reboot.

It is vital to use a protective case to store your iphone, especially if you have a tendency to drop things. The iphone will break easily if dropped onto a hard surface. Although no case can guarantee to protect your phone, it is an extra line of defense in case you happen to drop your phone.

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TIP! To maximize your enjoyment of your iPhone, you simply have to master some tricks, and one is to swipe away emails you don’t want. While in your inbox, swiping a finger across a particular message (as though you are crossing something off a list) causes a delete button to pop up, allowing you to dispose of the message instantly.

Avoid direct sunlight. If you leave your phone in direct sunlight a long time, it could be completely ruined. The components of the iphone are able to withstand only normal temperatures and weather. Sunlight can be extremely hot in the summer period.

TIP! To save space, try not to store too many videos on your phone simultaneously. You will receive a prompt asking if you wish to remove the movie or video after watching it.

If you have witnessed an iphone in use, you probably seen some people curse at it and others give it high praise. To understand all there is to know about the iphone, use the tricks and tips from this article and you will be on your way to iphone mastery in no time.