January 2024 – Page 3

Ways To Use Your Iphone And Make Life Easy

TIP! Once you know how to take a photo using the volume buttons, try doing it by using your headphone cord. Make sure that your body and hands are steady when taking this shot for a better resolution.

Since there are so many apps to choose from, the iphone can be great fun for any age. Kids and senior citizens alike will discover applications that thrill and entertain. Read this article for more information about the features the iphone offers you and your family.

TIP! An iPhone can act as your GPS. Utilize the map element like a GPS when trying to obtain directions to a particular location, or if you want to find different things like gas stations or grocery stores on the way.

Save your valuable battery power by lowering the brightness on your iphone. This can be done in your phone’s settings, and you just lower the level of the brightness. If you do this, you can save a great amount of battery. If you want your phone to be as charged as possible, this is especially important.

TIP! Is your iPhone simply pestering you with way too many notifications? Here’s how you can turn them off. After you open the main “Settings” menu, touch the bar called “Notifications.

It is unnecessary to type “.com” in the address box ,when you are surfing the web on your iphone. You simply need to put in the main part of the address and the browser will take you to the correct site. This tip may seem silly, but it really saves time over the long run, especially if you navigate to sites a lot over the course of your iPhone’s life.

TIP! Be a faster texter by using this simple trick. Tapping away from the suggestion box can cancel this entirely.

Make navigation easier with your iphone. You can use the map feature as your GPS to find locations or amenities along your route. Bookmark the map for access whenever you need it.

TIP! The utilities of your iPhone has a calculator built in. When held vertically, the calculator is a standard calculator, but when held horizontally, it becomes a highly-functional scientific calculator.

A great tip to implement when using the iphone is to save the images you view directly from your browser. Just hold the image you want for a moment. Next, save options will appear on the screen inside a command box.

TIP! Try not to talk to your Siri function as often as you do if you are a very private type of person. Anytime you use Siri, Apple is recording all of the voice prompts and they keep them on their internal server.

A terrific method of making the most of an iphone is to use all of its media tools. By downloading episodes of your favorite television series, a classic movie or humorous clips from countless online sources, you can turn your iphone into an incredibly versatile solution for all of your entertainment needs.

TIP! If your iPhone ever freezes, and the Sleep/Wake function does not work, try doing a manual reset to see if it helps. Hold down the Sleep/Wake button and the Home key at the same time.

When you’re browsing a website, it’s best to try scrolling with both one finger and two fingers. If the site you’re visiting in split up into boxes, using just one finger will let you scroll through a single box at a given time. You can scroll through the whole page with two fingers.

TIP! Consider using an app to manage your battery life. Many such apps already exist and when getting the absolute maximum performance for your dollar is a goal, you’ll want to invest in one or the other.

Your iphone has the capability of showing previews of incoming messages when your screen is locked. For some this may be great; for others, this can be a major annoyance. If it’s the latter, you should be happy to know that disabling this feature is something that can easily be done. In your Settings, navigate to the “messages” option that is found in your “notifications.” Show Preview is the option you want to turn off.

TIP! Set up word shortcuts on your iPhone to type more efficiently. From the “settings” menu, go to “general, then to “keyboard”, and from there to “add new shortcut.

As with a lot of smartphones, the iphone allows you to see a visual indication of your incoming messages and calls. There is also a feature available where you phone will flash when a call or message is received. Head to Settings, then General, then click on Accessibility. Turn on “LED Flash for Alerts.”

TIP! If you find Siri’s voice to be grating, there are alternative selections you can make. Locate the Siri app in the General Settings menu.

You can use your Safari browser use you iphone just like a computer, even for saving images of the Internet. To save a picture, simply tap and hold. The context menu pops up and lets you store the photo directly to the image app, if you have one. You can also choose to copy it to a message.

TIP! The iPhone allows you to get a screenshot whenever you want. It’s easy; just push your home and sleep buttons simultaneously.

Don’t waste time using suggested words when typing on an iphone. When typing, if endless word corrections start to bother you, just tap the screen to eliminate the boxes. This will prevent you from tapping the “x” all the time.

TIP! Among the many useful features that come loaded onto your iPhone is a fairly robust dictionary incorporated right into the iOS itself. Almost every app on your iPhone can reference it.

The command for marking an email unread is hidden on the iphone. In the details area, there is an unread option that you must click. Once clicked, reopen the mail and it will appear unread.

TIP! There are a lot of ways to go through contact lists. Finger scroll through the list, tap on a letter from the alphabet list or press on the list to scroll.

If you are an iphone owner, consider using Facebook with your phone. Many people already know this, but there are some who are unaware of the phone’s ability to use Facebook.

TIP! If your iPhone freezes, try pressing “home” for at least 5 seconds. The phone will then reboot.

If you are irritated by Siri’s mechanized voice, there are other options available. Go the general settings area and locate Siri. Once you do this, you can set the Siri’s language to French, German, or English. The accent can also be changed to either British or Australian. The British Siri accent is actually a male voice.

TIP! When texting, do you always send them to the same people? Save their numbers in “favorites.” You can directly message someone from your recent calls or favorites list.

When you are typing, there is a way to make better use of your time on the iphone. Go to the settings menu, then general area, and select the keyboard. Finish by adding a new shortcut. This will allow you to set up a quick shortcut for the complex phrases or long words that you use over and over. Then, going forward, you would not need type out all of the characters.

TIP! One neat little trick you learn with your iPhone is to know how to rid yourself of unwanted emails. You can accomplish this by simply swiping your finger.

In the iPhone’s Mail app, you can save an email draft to send later by clicking cancel. A window will pop up asking what you’d like to do–Save, Don’t Save, or Cancel. Your message will be dropped into the Drafts folder if you hit “Save.” Should this folder not exist, it will be created.

TIP! An iPhone is known for its functionality and versatility. As an example, your can transform your iPhone to function as a convenient universal remote with the BlinqTV app.

The iphone can be used to photos to anyone you desire, such as your family and friends. This can be done in two ways. The easiest way is to simply click on your Facebook application for sharing images on your page, or to tag others in the picture, or you can attach it to an email for those that are not on Facebook.

TIP! Have you ever longed for iPhone alert tones that are distinct and unique for each person calling your iPhone? Make your tone as individual as you are with this simple trick. Go to the sounds area where the settings section is.

Now that you’ve read this article, you can tell everyone how beneficial having an iphone is. If you just keep these tips and ideas in mind, you will be a professional iphone user in no time and be able to show the world all that you know.

Tips And Tricks That You Need To Know About The Iphone

TIP! You can have a better iPhone browsing experience by using a bigger keyboard. It is not necessary to buy a larger keyboard.

Many people with iPhones want to get the most from them. Since the iphone uses the latest technology you might have some questions you’d like answered before you make a final decision. What service provider to choose? What are some of the best and most used apps? Which model is easiest to use? This article will discuss these questions along with many more you may have.

TIP! You can use Safari to just do one tap and make a phone call. If you are searching for a dry cleaner, you can simply click the number.

Siri allows you to set reminders based on your location. Siri already gives reminders based on a pre-set time. You can also ask Siri to give reminders when you arrive or leave a particular place, such as to phone your employer when you arrive at home. The iphone will recognize when you reach home and remind you to perform your task. With this feature, you can set reminders based on location, not time.

TIP! Any website you visit can be made into an app. First, navigate to the site.

Are you tired of notifications you receive? You can shut them off by following these steps. First, go to settings, and then go to notifications. Look at your apps under “In Notification Center” to remove any you don’t want. This will also dramatically increase the iPhone’s battery life.

TIP! Hitting the “X” button when the AutoCorrect suggestion box comes up is not necessary. Instead, all you have to do is tap anywhere on the screen.

A great tip to implement when using the iphone is to save the images you view directly from your browser. All you have to do is touch the image you’d like to save, and hold on for a few seconds. This will prompt a box to open which gives you a save option.

TIP! You can take a photo using your headphone cord. Start off by getting the picture you want and put it in the frame.

The “X” button is not needed after each AutoCorrect suggestion. Just tap the screen. You can tap anywhere and still get rid of the suggestions. The suggestion box will go away, enabling you to continue working.

TIP! When trying to type a text or email, are you confused about how to put in an accented or umlauted letter? This is actually quite simple to accomplish. Touch the letter you wish to alter, and hold.

One useful application allows you to upload and save files to your iphone. 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. This is crucial since you get instantly notified when you receive a message and you can view it right away.

Like many smartphones, you can set the iphone to provide a visual indicator of incoming calls and messages. If you want silent notifications, you can configure your iPhone’s camera to flash and blink when a call or message comes in. Just go to the Settings menu and navigate to “General,” followed by “Accessibility.” Once you’re there, find the LED flash alerts option and turn it on.

TIP! Ever miss a great picture because you could not access your phone’s camera quickly enough? Here is a simple shortcut that is quick. Tap your Home button two times quickly if your screen is locked.

Make sure you regularly update your firmware. This increases both your iPhone’s functionality and the battery life. The firmware can be updated through the iTunes application on your computer. Or, you can connect the iphone to an Apple Computer via iCloud.

TIP! The Safari on the iPhone has a lot of features, similar to that of a computer’s Internet. All you need to do is tap and hold a picture you’d like to preserve when you come across it online.

You are able to take a steady photo easily enough on your iphone. Your headphone’s volume controls can be used for taking photos. Start by choosing a subject you want to photograph and try to hold your hand still. Press a button on the cord to take the photo.

TIP! Always keep your iPhone updated with the latest OS release. 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.

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. Some people find this helps them make less mistakes because you can keep up with the speed at which your phone processes each of your keystrokes.

TIP! On the iPhone, you can add keyboard clicks to your device. Hearing the clicks can reduce your typing errors because you know when your phone reads the key sections.

For a time-saving tip for email and texting, make AutoText shortcuts for words and phrases you type often on the iphone. You should use this feature for phrases you use all the time, such as ‘where are you’ or for signing your emails. You can find this shortcut by looking under your device’s keyboard settings.

TIP! There are moments when using your iPhone you will get a notification alert that interrupts you. It may be important that you finish your work before you deal with the notification.

You probably know that you can use your iphone to create time-based reminders, like “Remind me to go to the post office at 3 P.M.” What you may not know is that location-based options are available as well. You could set a reminder telling you to stop by a certain store after work. Remember that your iphone has all different types of reminders that can come in handy for you.

TIP! One great suggestion for your iPhone is making use of Facebook. Many people already know this, but there are some who are unaware of the phone’s ability to use Facebook.

If your device freezes, stay calm. First, test the sleep or wake button. If that does not solve the problem, select the sleep/wake and home buttons together. This will start a hard reset and it should reboot in a few moments.

Access Facebook from your iphone. Not everyone knows yet that Facebook and other social networks are accessible from the iphone.

TIP! You can save emails that you’re working on and finish them at a later time by tapping on the cancel button. You’ll then be given the option to save your prose as a draft.

Word shortcuts can be set on your iphone. It is under the new shortcut menu, which can be found in the settings. By using acronyms or abbreviations, you can create shortcuts for more common words or phrases you type often. When you write these shortcuts, the equivalent phrases and words will be put in full.

TIP! There are many ways to save time while typing on your iPhone. A shortcut to your preferred keyboard can be made by accessing settings section.

You can reduce the typing time on your iphone. Add a shortcut from the settings menu. In doing this, you can preprogram long word combinations or phrases you type a lot or often. Going forward, you won’t need to type them in completely.

TIP! There are so many wonderful features to the iPhone, one of which is a pretty big dictionary that is built right into the phone. Use this reference tool for almost all your apps.

You don’t always have to flick to get through the contacts. Press and hold on the alphabetical contact list. Slide gently up and down. This way you can have more control while looking at your contact list.

TIP! Keep your iPhone away from situations that will cause extreme variations in temperatures. Do not bring your phone with if you work in a freezer, and don’t leave your phone in the sun.

Now that you’ve reached the end of this article, you are definitely more knowledgeable about the iphone. Remember what you have read here so that you can get the most from using your iphone.

Have A New Iphone? Learn Everything You Need To Know About It Here!

TIP! Don’t waste any time keying in “.com” (or any other TLD) on the end of URLs when you’re browsing the Internet on your iPhone.

When you own an iphone, you will find yourself adapting whole new ways of doing even everyday tasks, things that most people would never consider possible using a mere phone. You’re going to need a little knowledge to get the most out of your own iphone, though. You can start becoming an expert on your phone by applying some of the tips and hints contained in this article.

TIP! While in the Safari browser, you can simply make a phone call with one tap. If you are searching for a dry cleaner, you can simply click the number.

Having a bigger keyboard will make iphone web browsing easier. It’s not necessary to run out and purchase a new keyboard. Flip your phone sideways and begin browsing again. This will give you access to a larger keyboard to help make your typing a breeze.

TIP! An iPhone can act as your GPS. Use the map as GPS when you want definite directions, or when trying to find gas stations or grocery stores en route.

If you are using your iphone to search the web, you do not need to type in the .com of the web address you want to go to. Simply type in the main portion of the address. Your web browser will understand what you are saying and will put you on the right site. This is a simple, straightforward trick, but the time it saves you will really add up.

TIP! Any website you frequently visit can be turned into an app. First, simply visit the site.

You can snap a photo using your headphone cord. The first thing you’ll want to do is line up the shot you want. Push down on the cord’s button when you are ready to snap your picture. Your picture is recorded. You can save the picture by following the same steps you would normally.

TIP! To get rid of the AutoCorrect suggestion box, don’t keep hitting the “X” button every time it doesn’t recognize a word. Instead, you can simply tap anywhere on your phone’s screen.

Use the multimedia features on your iphone to get the most out of it. By downloading episodes of your favorite television series, a classic movie or humorous clips from countless online sources, you can turn your iphone into an incredibly versatile solution for all of your entertainment needs.

TIP! Use the following trick to make messaging quicker. Tapping away from the suggestion box can cancel this entirely.

If you are writing anything on the iphone and do not want to use the predictive text feature, the suggestion box can be dismissed without touching the “X.” All you have to do is tap anywhere on the screen and the box will disappear.

TIP! Looking for a way to add special characters like an umlaut or accented letter to your texts? Here’s how. Touch and hold the letter that requires accenting.

Always keep iOS updated to the most recent version, when possible. Updates correct security and functionality issues as well as correct any issues associated with your iphone. These updates are especially important if you use your phone to send personal information online.

TIP! Have you ever had second thoughts about your latest message you just wrote in iMessage? Has the notorious Auto Correct messed with you again? There’s a very simple way to take back your words; quickly shake your iPhone. This is akin to the undo button on a computer.

Always ensure your OS is up to date. This will both make your iphone more usable and extend the life of its battery. By putting iTunes on your computer and linking your phone to it, you can bring your firmware up to date. Or, you can connect the iphone to an Apple Computer via iCloud.

TIP! You probably know very well that you can get rid of your iPhone’s word suggestions when you’re composing text by hitting the “X” in the suggestion box, but there’s a faster way to do it, too. Simply press the screen anywhere and the box goes away.

Whenever you drop your iphone into water, which is very possible to eventually happen, do not turn it on immediately to see if it is okay. Dry the outside of the phone. Then wait a day so that any moisture inside the phone can dry. Turning on a wet phone is likely to short-circuit it, ruining it permanently.

TIP! To get the most out of your iPhone, remember to program the device to give you a visual indicator when receiving incoming messages and calls. You can make the flash from the camera blink when you are getting a call.

Do not waste time with suggested words on your iphone. If you need to type a note or email and you’re tired of suggestions, tap anywhere on the screen to make the suggestion box vanish. What this means is that you aren’t going to have to hit x all the time.

TIP! If your iPhone is dropped in water, never turn it back on immediately afterwards to find out if it still works. Dry the outside well and allow the any internal water to dry overnight.

Now that it’s possible to multi-task with your iphone, you don’t have to drop everything when a fresh notification arrives. You probably prefer finishing your task at hand prior to minding the notice. But there is a simple way to lose that notification. Simply swipe away the pop-up bar that appears near the top of the screen.

TIP! Do not waste time with suggested words on your 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.

In order to mark one of your emails as unread through your iphone, you must locate the command for it because it isn’t on there by default. In the details area, there is an unread option that you must click. Once clicked, reopen the mail and it will appear unread.

TIP! Don’t freak out if your iPhone freezes up. Just press the sleep/wake button and see if that resolves the situation.

Battery management apps have many benefits. There are a few available, and they can let you know where the most amount of battery power is being used and what can be changed to extend the battery life. They will also be able to alert you when the time has come to calibrate, which helps to keep the battery healthy.

TIP! If you have an iPhone, make use of Facebook. There are people are not aware of the full connectivity powers of social networking and their iPhones.

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. When you choose Save, the message goes to Drafts. If there is no Draft folder present, one will be automatically created.

TIP! If you do not like Siri’s voice, you can change it. Go the general settings area and locate Siri.

There are a lot of great features that are on your iphone straight out of the box, like a full dictionary. This resource is available in practically all the apps you can run on your phone. Tap and hold the word you wish to look up and then press “Define.”

TIP! If you have started a message but want to finish it later on your iPhone, you can just tap the Cancel key. Options will be displayed to either save, don’t save or cancel.

Your iphone can be used for sending pictures to all your close acquaintances. This can be done in two ways. Save your image and attach it your e-mail, or upload it publicly on your Facebook page.

TIP! Your iPhone has many features, but are you taking advantage of its built-in dictionary? It’s one feature often overlooked. Use this reference tool for almost all your apps.

For new users of the iphone, the capabilities of this device can be astonishing. The truth is that most novice owners are aware of only a fraction of their iPhone’s potential. When you seek out iphone tips like the ones found here, you’ll be able to get more out of your device than you ever imagined.

Use Your Iphone Like A Pro With These Handy Tips

TIP! Always update your device whenever you can. Keeping your phone updated guarantees that your software is the latest version, which offers updates as well as other options This ensures that you do not lose all of your important information, by saving it to your computer.

If you are one of the millions of people with an iphone, you are no doubt aware that this device is more than a mere cell phone; however, you may not be taking full advantage of this amazing device. Read the article below for more information on the iphone.

TIP! To save battery power, decrease your iPhone’s brightness. You can do this by changing the brightness in the settings area of your phone to a lower level.

Use rice to dry out a wet iphone. It is common to drop the phone in a water puddle, the toilet or something wet. Don’t risk damaging the phone by using a blow dryer. Instead, use a soft cloth to wipe off the phone, then place it in a rice-filled ziploc bag. Leave it like that overnight, and it should be nice and dry in the morning.

TIP! It’s easy to place a call while using Safari to browse the Internet. You may be looking for a dry cleaner that is nearby.

Having a bigger keyboard will make iphone web browsing easier. However, you do not have to purchase a larger keyboard. Simply turn your iphone sideways and press the Safari address bar! You will now have a keyboard that is bigger and much easier-to-use.

TIP! An iPhone can act as your GPS. If you try the map feature with the GPS when searching for directions, you can locate the best route to your destination and even find gas or shops along the way.

Buy a screen to protect your phone. Without it, the phone is likely to sustain damage from every day use. Your fingers can transfer dirt to the screen which in turn can leave hairline scratches. Make sure to always protect the screen of your phone.

TIP! Download an app that will allow you to upload files on your iPhone and use it as a storage device. This makes uploading videos, pictures, music and text files much easier.

It is possible to create an app from your commonly used sites. First, visit the website. Once you get on the website, tap once on the “Go” option. You will then have the option of adding the website to the home screen. Once the shortcut is there, you can name it whatever you want.

TIP! Everyone uses their iPhone to take pictures. After some heavy photography sessions, though, it can be tough to sort through all the snapshots in your Camera Roll.

It’s not commonly known how simple it can be to save pictures from Safari or Mail. When you see a picture you want to save to your phone, just tap and hold on the image. In a matter of moments, a small box pops up and allows you to select and save the image.

TIP! Did you know that you can actually take a screenshot using your iPhone? Once you have selected the screen you would like a screenshot of, push down on your “home” button and make sure to click the “sleep” button the same time. The screen will blink white for about a second to confirm the shot.

There is no need to press X every time AutoCorrect attempts to correct a word. You can make this process faster by tapping anywhere on your screen. The suggestion box will close, allowing you to continue typing your message.

TIP! Depending on your preferences, you might like to hear the sound of typing when you are entering in characters in texts or emails. To turn the “clicks” on, go to the sound settings in your iPhone.

Here is a trick to enhance your messaging. Tapping away from the suggestion box can cancel this entirely. You do not have to press the tiny X that shows up on the word.

TIP! Every so often you will be using the iPhone when all of a sudden you get interrupted with notification. Chances are you’ll want to ignore the notice and finish your task.

When checking out a webpage, scroll using one and two fingers. If there are smaller windows within the larger webpage, one-finger scrolling navigates through each individual window. You can scroll down the whole page using two.

TIP! The command for marking emails unread in the iPhone isn’t visible; you have to uncover it. Open ‘Details’ and click on ‘unread’.

Have you ever missed out on the perfect shot because you couldn’t bring up the camera app fast enough? Try this easy idea. Tap your Home button two times quickly if your screen is locked. You will then notice an icon representing the camera function somewhere on the lower part of the screen. Hitting it will instantly throw your iphone into camera mode.

TIP! To close out of your email, simply cancel it if you want to save the content. The iPhone will then ask you whether you want to have your email saved as draft.

If you want to multiply, subtract or add something really quick, use the calculator component found in the iPhone’s utilities section. It’s available in standard form if it’s held vertically, but can become a scientific calculator if it’s held horizontally.

TIP! Save time typing with your iPhone. Go to the settings menu, then general area, and select the keyboard.

You can go to the sound settings and turn “keyboard clicks” on so that you hear an audible click whenever you type. That will assist you in knowing that the phone is registering your taps, which ultimately helps you cut down on mistakes.

TIP! Tap cancel in order to save messages. The mail option will appear and will ask if you want to Save or Don’t Save, or if you want to cancel.

You can customize your ringtones with the iphone. This will help you stand out from the crowd, since many people have standard ringtones. It’s easy to get a distinctive ringtone by uploading a sound file or a song that you love. This is an attention grabber.

TIP! One of the best features included on your iPhone is its thorough and robust dictionary, which comes as a standard part of the operating system. You can use this reference tool from virtually any app.

Your iphone can take pictures one-handed. Just get the picture you want and then tap the upward volume button, or +. There’s no difference in the picture’s quality than if you had taken it normally.

TIP! If you plan to link several email accounts to the iPhone, make sure they all have different names. Don’t be confused by multiple accounts with the same name.

You can mark emails as unread; however, the option is not visible on the main, mail screen. Navigate to “details,” then click on “unread”; when you re-open the email app, the message will appear unread.

The iphone has an integrated dictionary that is quite comprehensive. This tool can be used in nearly any app. To use simply click any word and select “define.”

TIP! You can view either current weather conditions or the weather forecast on your iPhone by moving your finger 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.

You don’t always have to flick to get through the contacts. Begin by pressing your finger to the contact list. Simply slide down and up to your desire. This will give you a more controlled way to search through contacts.

TIP! Do you find it necessary to back up all of the contacts on your iPhone? iDrive Lite will let you share and keep track of your contacts. This application is free if your software is at version 2.

If you are prone to dropping things, protect your iphone and purchase a case. The last thing you want is a shattered screen because you didn’t put your iphone in a case. Although the case is not a guarantee that nothing will happen to the device, it certainly helps.

TIP! The iPhone’s camera takes great pictures. You can take an unlimited amount of pictures by using the built in camera of your iPhone.

The versatility of the iphone is one of its most appealing features. With the free BlinqTV app, you can transform your phone into a universal remote. Then, you are able to control certain electronic items like TVs, amplifiers, and DVD players. You can also set up alerts that let you know when your favorite programs air.

TIP! Apple makes tutorials available to all iPhone consumers that you should take advantage of. The tutorials can guide you along the way, step by step, so that you are not at a loss of what to do with your phone.

Weather junkies can toggle between an extended forecast or view current weather by swiping the iphone to the left or right. You may also get to the Weather application by just tapping inside the weather bar on your Notifications screen.

TIP! When you are not using your phone, keep the screen dark. Your iPhone’s brightness directly correlates to how fast your battery is used up.

Do you want your iphone alert tone to be unique? If you follow this simple procedure, you can customize your personal alert tones. Look in Settings and select “Sounds.” Select the alert sound that you want to customize. Next select the Buy More option.

TIP! Be certain not to put too many movies in the iPhone. An entire full length film uses about 1g of memory.

Hopefully this article has shown you some amazing new ways to put your iphone to good use in your daily life. Keep this article’s suggestions in mind the next time you reach for your iphone; you may find it even more useful than it was before.

How To Use Your Iphone To The Fullest

TIP! The iPhone has applications to help you get to the place that you desire. You will be able to see your location with the map feature anytime you are in a service area.

Millions of people are using the iphone. The iphone has quickly become among the most widely-used pieces of technology, however mastering it can be daunting. This article will help you master the iPhone’s capabilities quickly. The piece that follows offers a bounty of tips that can help you develop into a skilled user.

TIP! Use your iPhone to help you navigate from place to place. Whenever you’re attempting to obtain directions somewhere or find stores located along the way, the map portion of the phone can be utilized as a GPS.

Did you know that rice can be used to dry your iphone if it gets wet? There has been many a person who accidentally dropped their phone into water – whether it be a puddle or even the toilet. A hair dryer can actually damage your phone further so to avoid this, fill a ziploc bag with dry rice and put your phone into it. Once the rice has had several hours to absorb moisture (leaving your phone in the bag overnight is ideal), your phone should be dry again.

TIP! Any site that you frequently visit can be turned into an app. First, simply visit the site.

A protective screen is a useful investment for your iphone. Without one, you’ll find that your iphone screen will be subject to a lot of tiny scratches and minor nicks. Even a tiny bit of dirt on the fingertip or keys in your pocket will scratch the screen. So make sure you protect the screen by buying a screen protector for your iphone.

TIP! You may not realize how easily you can save an image from Safari or Mail. Simply touch and hold on an image that you want to save.

You can find any place with your iphone. Use the map as GPS when you want definite directions, or when trying to find gas stations or grocery stores en route. For quick access, bookmark the map function.

TIP! Keep in mind you don’t have to always need to press X each time AutoCorrect pops up to suggest a correction. Rather, just tap any portion of the screen.

An iPhone’s notification feature can become annoying. You can shut them off by following these steps. Begin by selecting the settings button, then tap the notifications bar. Examine the apps listed in the heading and delete the ones you no longer use. This can also help your battery life.

TIP! Did you know you can use the headphone cord to snap a photo? To start, frame the picture you wish to take. When you have that set up, and are ready to shoot the picture, push the button down on the cord.

The iphone lets you come up with your very own shortcuts and dictionary. As you dictate or type, the dictionary will know what you are saying. You can establish your own shortcuts for words and phrases you use often. When typing, your keyboard will autocorrect.

TIP! Speed up your messaging with this trick. If your iPhone doesn’t correctly guess the word you are attempting to text, you can touch the screen anywhere to cancel the guess.

Mistakes happen when typing on iPhones. Is Auto Correct incorrect? Giving your iphone a swift rattle is a really simple way to fix this. This action automatically undoes recent typing. This optional feature needs to be enabled, so look at your Settings to ensure it is available.

TIP! Are you doubting the wisdom of what you just typed into iMessage? Did Auto Correct alter what you intended to say? Simply shake the iPhone and you can undo the message in an instant. This is akin to the undo button on a computer.

Most iphone users are savvy with the camera app on their phones. If you take a lot of pictures, there is a way to sort and organize them. Use the iPhone’s built-in album feature to keep your photos organized and easy to find. This feature helps you to quickly find a picture among the many you’ve taken.

TIP! Most people who own iPhones are well aware of the picture-taking possibilities the phone has to offer. If you take a lot of pictures, there is a way to sort and organize them.

There is no need to tap the ‘X’ button to waive the iPhone’s suggestions. This makes it easier and more efficient to use your phone to send emails or texts. All you need to do is simply tap on the screen anywhere and the box goes away.

TIP! Have you lost a photo opportunity because the camera app was too slow to bring up? Here is a simple solution. With the screen locked, rapidly press the Home button a couple times.

If your iphone ever freezes, and the Sleep/Wake function does not work, try doing a manual reset to see if it helps. Hold down the Sleep/Wake button and the Home key at the same time. This will restart your phone, which will bring up the Apple logo in white.

TIP! You can navigate the Internet on your iPhone the same as you would on a laptop. When you find an image you want to keep, simply tap it and hold.

When you go to your Sounds menu you can choose to have the feature that controls whether your keystrokes will make sound as either off or on. You can avoid errors more easily because you can hear when each character registers.

TIP! Update your iPhone firmware constantly. This increases both your iPhone’s functionality and the battery life.

Make use of your reminder application. Also, which most people aren’t aware of is that you can set a location-based reminder too! As an example, you are able to say, “I need to call the dentist when I get home.” No matter what you need to remember, the iphone can help.

TIP! It’s easy to take steady pictures on the iPhone. Using the volume controls located on your headphones can help solve this issue immediately.

You are able to take a photo with just one hand on the iphone. Hold your iphone with a steady hand and press the volume button to take the picture. You do not sacrifice quality by taking pictures this way.

TIP! Your iPhone’s calendar is a wonderful tool for organization. Rather than relying on the “+” function, try adding each event directly.

Interruptions many frequently bother you while you are using your iphone. Chances are you’ll want to ignore the notice and finish your task. It’s easy to dismiss the notification. When the pop-up bar appears at the top of your screen, simply swipe it away.

TIP! When you are on your iPhone device, you will sometimes get reminders that you do not want. It may be important that you finish your work before you deal with the notification.

Look into buying an app to help you manage your battery usage. Many such apps already exist and when getting the absolute maximum performance for your dollar is a goal, you’ll want to invest in one or the other. These apps may also let you know when your battery needs to be calibrated, which keeps it healthy.

TIP! If you experience a screen freeze on your iPhone, do not be overly alarmed. Attempt to unfreeze it by pressing the sleep button.

You can gain access to your iPod controls through your favorites. Simply navigate to “Settings,” choose “General,” and then click the home button. At this point, you can personalize this feature by double-tapping each function that you wish to change. This is a pretty straightforward process.

TIP! If you want to make the most of your iPhone’s battery, then you may want to buy an app that will manage it. There are many different options, and they can tell you what apps and actions use the most power.

Now that you have nearly finished this article, you probably learned a few more things about your iphone. Put that information to good use. In no time, you’ll feel that you are at the top of your game when it comes to getting the most out of your phone.

Take A Look At These Handy Iphone Tips

TIP! Siri allows you to set reminders based on your location. You don’t have to tell Siri to remind you to do an action at a specific time.

A lot of people have iphone and other complex devices, but few take the time to familiarize themselves with this technology. Reading this article is going to give you a handful of great ideas that help you stay on top of all your iphone has to offer you. Read on and learn all about what the iphone can do for you!

TIP! It is possible to create an app from your commonly used sites. Start by going to the website.

You can take pictures with your headphone cord as well. Hold your hands steady and once you have the shot lined up, click the button on your cord. This will improve the overall quality of your photograph.

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. It is easy to grab text files, videos, music and photos.

You don’t need to type in the “.com” when browsing the web on your iphone. Simply type in the main portion of the address. Your web browser will understand what you are saying and will put you on the right site. That may seem like a little thing, but over time that is a great deal of time saved.

Screen Protector

TIP! Sync your email accounts with your iPhone to easily access your messages. This is essential, because you can receive instant notifications any time a new email arrives, allowing you to read it immediately.

If you have an iphone, it is important that it has a protective screen. If you do not have a screen protector on your phone, it will definitely become a victim of nicks and scratches. Something as small as dirt can scratch the screen. Therefore, a screen protector is an essential accessory.

TIP! As a default setting, incoming messages are previewed on your iPhone’s lock screen. You may find this handy or annoying.

The iphone allows you to create your own shortcuts and your own dictionary. When working with diction, this helps the phone automatically recognize what you are trying to say. You can program the iphone with additional shortcuts and phrases. The keyboard also has autocorrect when typing words and phrases.

TIP! Have you missed an opportunity to get a great picture because your camera application was too slow to ramp up? Try this quick and easy shortcut. With the screen locked, rapidly press the Home button a couple times.

If you want to multiply, subtract or add something really quick, use the calculator component found in the iPhone’s utilities section. When holding the phone vertically the calculator is a standard one, but hold your phone horizontally and you get a scientific calculator.

TIP! To help limit mistakes while typing, turn on the keyboard clicks under the sound settings of your phone. When this feature is enabled, you know the phone is reading your typing which will cut down on the number of typos you commit.

Your iphone can take pictures without needing to be shaken. Just use the volume control that is on the cord of your headphones. Being by framing the picture that you want to take. Once you are prepared to shoot, just press a button on the cord.

TIP! When using Safari to browse the web with your iPhone, you don’t need to type .com to be able to reach websites.

Choose your favorite ringtones for your iphone. Surely you would like to stand apart from those who use stock ringtones. Upload a favorite song or a cool sound byte. That will get you noticed and command some attention.

TIP! Personalize your iPhone with the ringtone of your choice. This will keep you from feeling like one of the crowd when your phone rings.

You probably already know about the phone’s ability to set time reminders. Did you know that you can enter a reminder that is based on your location as well? For example, set a reminder for your phone to remind you to go to the drug store after you leave work. There is no end to the kinds of reminders you can set on your iphone.

Do not go overboard buying apps for your iphone. The iphone platform has a lot of free and paid apps. Some are not legitimate and may charge hidden fees.

You can easily mark an email message as “unread” in your iphone. Find Details, click on Unread, and when the email is reopened, it will be seen as unread.

TIP! Every so often you will be using the iPhone when all of a sudden you get interrupted with notification. Many times, you want to complete what you started before checking on the notice.

To make the most of your iphone, try using it to stay connected on Facebook. There are people are not aware of the full connectivity powers of social networking and their iPhones.

TIP! If you are an iPhone user, you can take advantage of the Facebook application on your phone. Many people already know this, but there are some who are unaware of the phone’s ability to use Facebook.

With your iphone, snapping a screenshot is simple. Simply push the home and the power button together. Don’t hold them down for long, just do a quick tap together. A snapshot will be taken and sent into your Images application.

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.

To hang onto the draft of a message, you have started typing, just tap the “Cancel” button. A popup will appear and ask you if you want to save, delete or cancel the operation. Send an unfinished message to your drafts by tapping the “save” option. If there is no Draft folder present, one will be automatically created.

TIP! If you’re unable to finish your email and want to save it, press cancel rather than just closing the app. After you click out, you will be prompted to save as a draft.

You can scroll through the entire list of your contacts in three distinct ways. It is possible to scroll with a finger, tap a letter to leap to its section of the list, or lightly press a finger onto the list. Also, you can use the scroll bar to move to the contact that you want if you have a large list.

TIP! You can get to your favorites and controls instantly. From the Setting menu, go to General, and then Home.

You don’t always have to flick to get through the contacts. Press and hold on the alphabet list on the side. Then, simply slide down and up. This will give you a more controlled way to search through contacts.

TIP! Use the social media on your iPhone to connect with family and friends. You can update Twitter, Facebook and other social networks through your iPhone.

Are you messaging the same people frequently? Save them to the phone in your favorites. You can directly message someone from your recent calls or favorites list. Just tap the arrow by a contact in either list, and choose “text message.” This option will allow you to quickly and easily see what you’ve been missing.

TIP! A great way for communicating on your iPhone is using FaceTime. This lets users see the individual they are conversing with.

If you’re accident prone, make sure that you purchase a case for your iphone. You can actually shatter the glass on the iPhone’s front if you drop it without proper protection. If the worst happens and you lose your grip on your iphone, having a case on it can go a long way toward preventing damage.

TIP! If you’ve got clumsy tendencies, do yourself a favor and buy an iPhone case immediately. If your phone is dropped without a case, shattering the screen is very likely.

Now that you read the above information, you now have a better understanding on the new technology that relates to the iphone. People can easily be confused about new apps and don’t know what their phone can do. Yet, this article allows you to understand new things about the iphone that you didn’t know before.

Simple Ways To Maximize The Use Of You Iphone

TIP! Get a larger keyboard to make the most of your phone’s Internet capabilities. It is not necessary to buy a larger keyboard.

Do you wish to do some cool things on your iphone, but you don’t know how? You have come to the right place. The information below will share lots of cool ideas for getting the most out of your iphone!

TIP! Conserve the battery by reducing your iPhone’s brightness level. Simply go the settings option on your iPhone and select the brightness option.

Rice helps to reduce the moisture on your iphone. Nearly everyone has dropped a phone in a puddle, sink or even a toilet. Rather than trying to dry out your device with a blow dryer, wipe the outside with an absorbent cloth, and place the phone into a bowl or bag filled with dry rice. After a number of hours, or overnight, your phone should be dry.

TIP! If you are online with your phone, you don’t have to type “.com” to end the URLs.

If you are using your iphone to search the web, you do not need to type in the .com of the web address you want to go to. The phone will recognize the website when you type in its main name. This tip may seem silly, but it really saves time over the long run, especially if you navigate to sites a lot over the course of your iPhone’s life.

TIP! You can use Siri to set reminders linked to locations. You do not have to say “At five I have to call work, Siri.

It is possible to create an app from your commonly used sites. Open the website on your phone’s browser. Once you do this, tap the “Go” icon. Then, you will have the option of adding the site to the home screen. When you see it on the home page, you are able to rename it. Then, you have an app!

TIP! If you are working in Safari, it is simple to initiate a phone call with a simple touch. If you are searching for a dry cleaner, you can simply click the number.

Try scrolling through web pages with one or two fingers. When the webpages has boxes, one finger scrolling lets you see each box individually. If you want to quickly scan the entire page, use two fingers.

TIP! Practically any website can be transformed into an app for your iPhone. Just go to the site.

Via the default setting, the iphone shows previews of messages when the lock screen is on. To you, this may either be handy or a hindrance. If it is not to your liking, there is an option to remove this facility. Go to the settings, select notifications, then messages. The feature you need to turn off is the Show Preview option.

TIP! The Safari browser and mail are very popular, but not everyone knows how to save photos and images to the phone from them. Simply touch the selected image you want to save, and then hold your finger there for a couple of seconds.

Have you lost a great picture because your camera app did not come up quickly? Here is a simple solution. Tap twice on the Home button when your screen is locked. A little camera icon should be seen close to the bottom on the screen. Touch this button in order to enable the camera automatically.

TIP! Does your message require an accent or an umlaut over a letter? Here is how to do it. Simply touch the relevant letter and hold your finger down for a variety of options.

If you need to do some quick math, but not in your head, make use of the calculator in your iphone. When you hold your calculator vertical it is standard, but when horizontal it shifts into a scientific calculator.

TIP! To easily access your email messages, you can tag an account to your iPhone. This helps greatly because once you get an instant notification, you can check out the message instantaneously on the iPhone.

If you have Siri on your iphone, but like to keep your privacy, you maybe not want to continue to use her. Anytime you use Siri, Apple is recording all of the voice prompts and they keep them on their internal server. Although this assists with improving speech recognition and Apple maintains that there is file security, be aware that your conversations with Siri may be recorded.

TIP! If you wish to send your message or draft a note but do not want to utilize corrected words, there is no need to touch the “x” to get rid of them. Just tap the screen at any area and the words will be eliminated.

Do you know how to snap a screenshot of your iphone? Hold the sleep and home buttons for at least three seconds and this will take the snapshot. When the screen is white, release the buttons as the shot was saved.

TIP! Try not to talk to your Siri function as often as you do if you are a very private type of person. Almost all voice prompts directed at Siri are recorded by Apple, and stored by them on internal servers.

The Safari browser on the iphone is almost as versatile as your computer at home. You can even save online images if you want. If you find a picture you would like to save, simply press and hold it. A menu will appear, asking if you wish to save the image to your Camera Roll. You can then put it in a message if you want.

TIP! Save time by leaving the .com off when typing in a web address on Safari.

Hard reset your iphone if it gets frozen. Hold down the button while you are pressing the Home key at the same time. The phone should shutdown and get itself restarted so you can continue using it.

TIP! Choose a ringtone that you enjoy and won’t mind hearing multiple times each day. Don’t be like everyone else and use standard ringtones.

If you browse on your iphone using Safari, you do not have to type “.com” in the URL. For example, if you wish to visit CNN’s website, simply type “CNN” into the web address bar.

TIP! If you happen to drop your phone into a liquid, stop yourself from immediately turning it back on. Dry off the exterior of the phone and leave it out overnight before trying to turn it back on.

Use the iphone Calendar feature to keep your life organized. Use it directly to add meetings and reminders instead of using the plus button. Go to the “Day” view. Then press on the hour you want to schedule an event for. This creates a new event listing. Fast scheduling helps you to save a ton of time.

TIP! To scroll along your contact list, try these three options. You can either use your fingertip to scroll, or just tap on a letter to go to a section.

It’s possible to take iphone photos using only one hand. Frame the picture as you please and choose the volume up button on the side of your device. There’s no difference in the resulting picture’s quality when you take it this way.

TIP! Use the social media on your iPhone to connect with family and friends. It’s easy to stay up-to-date with popular sites like Facebook and Twitter.

While the iphone tries to make web browsing simple and painless, it can be a chore to try to navigate to the beginning of a page, especially if it is long. There is not need to do that! Touching the top bar shown on the screen (the clock area) brings you back to the page’s beginning. This also works for other screens that are long too (such as iTunes lists).

Visit Facebook from your iphone. Your iphone can be used to quickly and easily access Facebook and use it to stay connected with your friends and family.

TIP! Make sure you secure your iphone with a case right when you get it. If you drop your phone without a case on, you are very likely to shatter the iPhone’s glass.

You should also think about options with an app specifically for managing your battery. There are many different options, and they can tell you what apps and actions use the most power. It can also alert you when you need to calibrate.

TIP! One of the top things going for the iPhone is the versatility it has. With the free BlinqTV app, you can transform your phone into a universal remote.

You are always ready for a screenshot with your iphone. Just hold the power and home button at the same time. (Press them briefly; holding them down too long will cause other, undesired effects.) This will take a snapshot of your current display and send it directly to the Images app for you.

TIP! Scrolling through a smaller window on a webpage in your iPhone’s browser can be tricky. You might be scrolling down the main site instead.

After reading this article, you know a lot more about getting new apps and using your iphone. You also know about some useful tricks that you can use daily on your phone. Take all the information from this article and apply it it your own iphone to get everything you can out of this great piece of technology.

What Can Your Iphone Do? Find Out!

TIP! Wouldn’t a larger keyboard make it easier to enter messages and surf the Internet on your iPhone? The iPhone has the capability to provide you with a larger keyboard. Rotate the iPhone sideways, tap the address bar within Safari, and voila! You’ll have a bigger, easier-to-read keyboard instantly.

It often seems that everyone has an iphone today. The iphone is one of the most popular pieces of technology of our lifetime, but learning to use it can be tricky. If you are one of the many people with an iphone, this article is for you. The article below has plenty of tips to make you an expert in no time.

TIP! To get the most out of your iPhone, remember that Siri has a ton of unique options you can use, like location reminders. You can tell Siri to remind you to do something at a specific time.

When you have an iphone there is an app that helps you avoid getting lost. The integrated map and gps function allow you to use your wireless service to pinpoint where you are, and where you are going. This can help you find your way if you are lost or take a wrong turn.

TIP! It is possible to create an application from any of your favorite websites. When you are on the site there are a couple of things you have to do.

You can use Siri to set reminders linked to locations. It is no longer necessary to ask Siri to remind you to call the office at a specified hour. You can say “Siri, remind me to call work when I get home.” When your iphone knows you are home, it will give you the reminder. That way, if you have no idea when you will reach home, you are still going to have a reminder.

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. Upload photos, music or other files with the app.

A protective screen is a wonderful investment for your iphone. Without one, you’ll find that your iphone screen will be subject to a lot of tiny scratches and minor nicks. Just having a bit of grime on your hand may harm the screen. Always protect your devices, especially those that cost a lot of money.

TIP! Get quick access to your email by tagging your account with your iPhone. By tagging these accounts, you will receive a notification any time you receive an email.

Your iphone has the ability to get you from place to place. The map application should help you find directions to go anywhere as well as find a gas station, a restaurant or a store in an area you are not familiar with. The map function can be bookmarked for easy access at any time.

TIP! As you visit websites, try using one finger for scrolling purposes. After that, see how two fingers works for you.

Is your iphone simply pestering you with way too many notifications? If so, you have the option to disable these notifications. Begin by selecting “settings”, then hit the notifications line. You will probably find a bunch of apps in the “Notification Center” which you do not need. Remove them. As a bonus, this will increase battery life.

TIP! It can be frustrating to lose a great shot because your camera app is too slow to load. Use this simple and fast shortcut.

There are applications that let you use your iphone to store files. You can use your phone for many applications like image and video uploads, file uploads and music downloads. 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! There is a calculator tool in the iPhone that easily lets you add, subtract or multiply something very quickly. This calculator comes in standard form when you hold the phone vertically but turns into a very sleek scientific calculator when you move your phone in a horizontal position.

When using a web browser on your iphone, you can scroll with either one finger or with two. When a website is divided by multiple boxes, using a single finger to scroll restricts you to individual boxes. Two fingered scrolling helps you quickly scroll through the whole web page.

TIP! Did you know that your iPhone can take a screenshot, anytime you like? Once you find the screen you want to save, hold the “home” button down while simultaneously clicking the “sleep” button. Seeing the whole screen go white tells you that the screenshot is taken and stored away.

When attempting to write notes or emails and you don’t want to be bothered by suggestions, you don’t need to tap X to get rid of suggestions. All you need to do is simply tap on the screen anywhere and the box goes away.

TIP! Your iPhone’s Safari mobile browser will allow you to do just about everything that you would be able to do on a regular Internet browser. If you locate a photo that you want to hang onto while browsing, just tap the image and hold.

If you own an iphone with Siri and value your privacy, think twice about talking to her a lot. Anytime you use Siri, Apple is recording all of the voice prompts and they keep them on their internal server. Keep in mind that as you speak to Siri, your words may get recorded as Apple records these things to assist in speech recognition programs.

TIP! If your iPhone freezes up and cannot be revived by pressing Sleep/Wake button, try doing a hard reset so you can get back in working order. Hold down the button while you are pressing the Home key at the same time.

Don’t go overboard when installing new apps. There are a lot of great apps for the iphone, some free, and some that cost money to use. With that said, there is reason to be cautious, as some are willing to try to rip you off or steal your personal information.

TIP! When using an iPhone, you have to remember that it’s a legitimate computer and it needs its operating system updated to the newest version. Because of the fact that iPhones are now almost equivalent to a laptop there are many things that can go wrong that need to be fixed.

While the iphone tries to make web browsing simple and painless, it can be a chore to try to navigate to the beginning of a page, especially if it is long. Luckily, you do have other options. If you tap the status bar near the top of the screen, you will go right back to the beginning of the page. That works with other screens, such as iTunes lists as well.

TIP! The command for marking emails unread in the iPhone isn’t visible; you have to uncover it. Go to Details, then select the Unread feature.

If your iphone freezes, try to relax. First, try using the “Sleep/Wake” button to bring up the screen. However, should this fail, press the Home key with the sleep/wake button. When held for a few seconds, they initiate a hard reset on the phone that will restore its functions.

TIP! Use shortcuts for words, to type faster on your iPhone. To add a shortcut simply to to settings, check under general, then under keyboard and then click on add shortcut.

If you are writing an e-mail, but don’t have the time to finish, cancel it instead of closing the app. Your iphone will then inquire if you prefer to save this email in your drafts. This allows you to finish up your email a later time if you have something to do.

TIP! You are able to take screenshots instantly with the touch of two buttons on the iPhone. Simply depress the power and home buttons at the same time.

The iphone makes it easy to put an email on hold until you have time for it later by simply pressing “cancel.” The mail option will appear and will ask if you want to Save or Don’t Save, or if you want to cancel. When it is saved, it is stored in Drafts. If Drafts isn’t available, one will be created following it.

TIP! There is an alternative to finding a contact on your iPhone besides flicking through your contacts list. First, just hold your finger over your list of contacts.

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 resource is available in practically all the apps you can run on your phone. Tap and hold the word you wish to look up and then press “Define.”

TIP! Protect your phone from extreme weather and temperatures. Your phone should be used in refrigerated areas.

You don’t need to use the scroll method to search contacts on your iphone; there is a much more efficient way. First, touch the middle of your alphabetical list on the right side. Then, slide your finger up and down. This will give you a more controlled way to search through contacts.

TIP! It can be tough to scroll in a smaller window in Safari from your iPhone. You may inadvertently find yourself scrolling through the entire page.

Now that you’ve read this article, you should have a lot more knowledge about your phone. Take the time to put this new found knowledge to use. Use everything you now know, and you will quickly gain mastery of this tremendously useful device.

The Secret World Of The Iphone: What You’ve Been Missing

TIP! Through the aid of Siri, you can create custom location reminders. You can ask Siri to remind you to call your work at 5pm.

You might be confused by the iphone at first. Don’t become intimidated by it. You can cultivate a deeper understanding of your iPhone’s full potential by checking out the great tips presented below.

TIP! A screen protector is a wise investment for your iPhone. Without such a protective device, the phone is sure to get scratched and dinged.

To help take crisp photos use your headphones. Hold your hands steady and once you have the shot lined up, click the button on your cord. When you do this, you ensure that the device is not shaken. As a result, your image will appear much more crisp and clear.

TIP! Any website you visit can be made into an app. All you have to do is visit the website.

When using Safari on your iphone, one simple tap can make a phone call. For example, you may want to find a local dry cleaner. When you locate the number, there is no need to head to the phone area to dial the number. Just tapping the number will connect you to the business that you want to call.

TIP! It is not necessary to close out an autocorrect suggestion by pushing the “X.” To eliminate this alteration, tap anywhere else on the screen.

Are you tired of notifications you receive? You can stop them from coming through. First, go to settings, and then go to notifications. Check the heading marked “In Notification Center” and take out any apps that you don’t need. This can also help your battery life.

TIP! There are many useful apps available that transform your iPhone into a storage device for your important files. This allows you to add different types of multimedia to your iPhone.

Want to use an accented letter or an umlaut, but are not sure what to do? Here’s what you have to do. Simply touch the relevant letter and hold your finger down for a variety of options. You’ll get a pop-up window with several alternative characters after a moment or two. You can then use as many fancy symbols as you need.

TIP! Did you know that you can use your headphone cord to take a photo? To begin, frame the picture you would like to take. Once you are prepared to take a shot, push down the button on the cord.

Have you ever lost out on snapping a great photo because the camera app takes too much time to pop up? Here is a simple shortcut that will solve that problem. If you have locked the screen, tap twice on the Home button. Then you’ll see a camera icon at the bottom right. Double tap it to start the camera.

TIP! Do you want to include an umlauted or accented letter in your conversation, but don’t know how? Here’s how. 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.

You can use your Safari browser use you iphone just like a computer, even for saving images of the Internet. If you locate a photo that you want to hang onto while browsing, just tap the image and hold. A menu will pop with the option to save the photo to your iPhone’s Camera Roll. You can even copy it into a message!

TIP! 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 even download television shows, movies, or just about any other type of video, and then view it where ever you are, making your phone a great option for keeping you or your kids entertained.

Sometimes a hard reset is necessary to get your iphone working again if it freezes and the Sleep/Wake button does not fix it. Simultaneously hold the button and the Home key. This will shut down the phone and restart it.

TIP! The iPhone has the option, as do other smartphones, to alert you visually to calls and messages you are receiving on your phone. You can set up the iPhone’s LED flash to blink when a call or message comes in.

Firmware on your iphone should be kept up to date. Not only will it extend the life of the battery, but it will make your phone more functional. Just make sure you have iTunes on your laptop or destop and hook your device up to the machine. Another option is to just use your iCloud application to allow your phone and computer to communicate with each other.

TIP! You will have to reset your phone if it freezes up. Hold down the Sleep/Wake button and the Home key at the same time.

It’s easy to take steady pictures on the iphone. You can just use the volume buttons on your Apple headphones. Make your hand as steady as possible before you take your photo. When you’re ready to take the picture, simply press one of these buttons on your cord.

TIP! Always make sure your OS is upgraded to the most recent version. Given the complexity of the phone and operating system, these updates may contain security patches, bug fixes and other important tweaks to boost functionality.

Turn keyboard clicks “on” so that you can hear your typing. This could be beneficial as you are less likely to make unnoticed mistakes when you are aware of what your iphone is recognizing as you type.

TIP! There is a way to take photographs using an iPhone without having to worry about any shaking. Utilize the volume controls found on the headphones.

One fantastic tip for the iphone is to find a ringtone you truly love. Do you really want to use the same exact ringtone as your grandmother, your dentist and your boss? There are several ways to get new ringtone or sound bytes including downloading your favorite song. This is a great way to let your personality shine through!

TIP! Create shortcuts for sayings or phrases you use a lot to save yourself some time. This feature can handle cumbersome email address, along with common phrases like “Where are you?” or “On my way.

You can help yourself stay organized by using the iphone calendar. A way to use it more effectively is to directly create events on the calendar entry instead of using the plus button. In “Day” view mode, time based events can be created by holding your finger on a particular hour. Fast scheduling helps you to save a ton of time.

TIP! Your iPhone comes with lots of useful apps and features already. For example, there’s a dictionary embedded into the operating system.

The “unread” email command isn’t in plain sight, so you will have to find it. When you go to the details, you can tap on the feature for unread messages, and when you view the message again, it appears as unread.

TIP! A case is one of the first accessories you should purchase, especially if you are accident-prone. Should your iPhone get dropped, it may break if it is not in a case.

If you run out of time when typing up an email, hit cancel. You’ll get the option to save the unfinished message as a draft this way. Selecting the yes option entitles you to return to the draft folder at a later time.

TIP! It can be tricky to scroll through sites on the small window on the browser of your iPhone. You might be scrolling down the main site instead.

You can easily send photos to family and friends using your iphone. You have two easy options for accomplishing this. First, save your image and add as an email attachment, or you can upload it to your application on Facebook so everyone can see.

TIP! Make sure your screen is not illuminated when the device is not in use. The greater amount of brightness that your phone is set on, the faster your battery will die.

After reading this article, you should be aware of how many amazing things can be done with an iphone. After you become familiar with the iphone and its functions, it can change your way of living forever. All you need to do is use the tips you learned from this article.

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TIP! It is now possible for Siri to let your program a location-based reminder. Rather than saying “Siri, let me know to call my job at 5pm.

Everyone is aware of the the power of the Apple iphone, whether they own one or not. This article contains great tips and tricks for anyone who is currently using an iphone or is in the market for one.

TIP! 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.

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. Instead of using a hair dryer, wipe your phone with a soft paper towel and then put it into a ziploc bag filled with rice. Once the rice has had several hours to absorb moisture (leaving your phone in the bag overnight is ideal), your phone should be dry again.

TIP! You do not have to hit the “X” button at the end of each word that the AutoCorrect feature is trying to correct for you. Just push any place on your screen.

Remember to update the phone as updates become available. This ensures that you get the latest software and updates available for your phone. It also forces you to store the pictures and other important information you have acquired on your computer so that if something happens to your phone, you haven’t lost EVERYTHING.

TIP! There are different ways that you can improve how fast your messages are created. Should the suggested dictionary word not be desirable when texting, just tap on the screen and clear it.

Whenever you’re in Safari, it’s simple to make calls by a single tap. For instance, assume you’re searching for dry cleaners nearby. When you find a number, you don’t have to go back to the phone menu to call. Just tapping the number will connect you to the business that you want to call.

TIP! You may be wanting to add an accented or umlauted letters but are not sure how. We can help you with that! Touch and hold the letter that requires accenting.

If the AutoCorrect feature shows you corrections to your text, you will not have to spend the time to “X” the suggestion. Just tap the screen! The box will instantly close.

TIP! Are you regretting something you just typed on iMessage? Has the notorious Auto Correct messed with you again? Shake your iPhone and you can quickly undo any damage. Doing so undoes anything you have recently typed.

If you want to use special characters in your text, the iphone makes it easy. Simply do the following. Press the letter you want to change to bring up the options. You’ll see a box appear that contains many extra key choices. This place lets you type anything you want!

TIP! You can capture a screenshot while using your iPhone. Press the home and sleep button together for taking a screenshot.

Tag email account on the iphone so that you can quickly get to your messages. This will allow you to receive a notification when an email message is received and allows you to instantly view the message from your phone. The iphone has the capability to give you instant access to all of your email accounts.

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TIP! If your iPhone ever freezes and you cannot revive it by pressing the “Wake” button, you may need to perform a hard reset. Press and hold the “Sleep/Wake” button again while simultaneously holding down the “Home” key.

Privacy comes into play when using Siri. Apple retains recordings of a majority of voice prompts said to Siri which Apple retains on an internally-hosted server. This is done because it helps the speech recognition program work better, but remember that it also records everything that you say when using the Siri app.

TIP! If you get your iPhone wet, don’t try to turn it on right away. Dry off the exterior, then allow the moisture to dry overnight.

Your iphone can provide visual indicators of incoming messages and calls. There are plenty of options you can select here to give you an indicator. For example, your iPhone’s flash can go off if the message is important. Access this feature by utilizing the settings menu, and then tapping on “general” then “accessibility”. Then simply activate the LED Flash button to receive alerts in this way.

TIP! Scrolling to the top on a long webpage can take a while. You need not do that! On the top of the screen, tap the status bar; this will instantly bring you back to the beginning of the page.

You can do nearly everything that you can do on your home computer due to the Safari browser that iphone uses. Simple tap and hold the image you wish to save from any online site. You will be given the option of saving the image to the Camera Roll directly on your phone. It’s also easy to copy the image and put it in an email or message this way.

TIP! Look into buying an app to help you manage your battery usage. These apps will tell you how you can get more from your battery.

If you use the Safari browser, you don’t need to type in “.com” when you wish to access a webpage. For instance, if you wish to visit Amazon.com, you only need to type “Amazon” into the address bar to be directed right to the site.

TIP! You can customize shortcuts on your phone that will allow for faster 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.

Your iphone has a calendar that is great to help you organize your life. There is a way to very efficiently add calendar events without using “+.” Tap and hold on an hour in your “Day” view, and that will make a new event. Fast scheduling helps you to save a ton of time.

TIP! Reduce the time you spend typing on your iPhone. From the Setting general area, choose Keyboard, and Add New Shortcut.

You should consider purchasing the battery management app. They let you know where and how you are utilizing batter power, in addition to giving you steps you can take to increase the life of your battery. They’ll help you extend your battery’s lifetime too, by reminding you of when your battery needs calibrating.

TIP! You can gain access to your iPod controls through your favorites. You just need to visit the “settings” area, then select “general” and finally touch the “home” button.

Whenever you have to break away from your email app before your message is complete, remember to tap “cancel” rather than simply closing the app itself. This will prompt your iphone to ask if you would like to save this e-mail as a draft. Choose yes and you will be able to access your unfinished email in your draft folder later.

TIP! The iPhone can be used to photos to anyone you desire, such as your family and friends. There are a couple ways to accomplish this.

Minimize your iphone typing time. You can set up new shortcuts under the settings. You can set a short code for longer, often-used phrases. It will save you a lot of time because you will only have to type a few letters rather than an entire phrase.

Drafts Folder

TIP! You have probably found out how to scroll through your contacts by flicking. Begin by placing one of your fingers on the alphabetized list.

If you would like to save any messages you are typing for later, tap the cancel button. A popup will appear and ask you if you want to save, delete or cancel the operation. The message will be moved tot he Drafts folder when it is saved. If you have no Drafts folder, your phone will make one when you make that choice.

TIP! If your iPhone freezes, for about 5 seconds, hold down the “home” button. This will tell the phone to reboot itself.

Hopefully, this article has educated you on some things about iPhones that you were not previously aware of. If that describes you, simply apply the material to your daily life, maximize your iphone experience or make a purchase decision.