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Simple Tips For Getting More From Your Iphone

TIP! You can have a better iPhone browsing experience by using a bigger keyboard. And it doesn’t have to be an external keyboard.

It is quite simple to add all of the social media accounts you have onto your iphone. However, this functionality still eludes many. Never fear; this article will help you use your iphone in the best way possible.

TIP! Through the aid of Siri, you can create custom location reminders. Instead of the time-based reminders, you can use location-based reminders.

If you’re having trouble seeing the characters on your keyboard, you can have a bigger one. The iphone has a bigger keyboard already built in. The iPhone’s own keyboard can be made bigger by rotating the phone sideways and tapping the Safari address bar. You now will have a bigger keyboard that makes typing easier and faster.

Screen Protector

TIP! You can take photos with the cord from your headphones. Initially, you will want to frame the photograph.

Buy a screen protector to use on your iphone. Without one, you’ll find that your iphone screen will be subject to a lot of tiny scratches and minor nicks. A scratch can be caused by even the tiniest particle of dirt you may have on your finger. A screen protector is essential.

TIP! Do you have doubts about the latest message that you wrote on your iPhone? Is the Auto Correct feature not working the way you want? When this happens, simply shake your iPhone. This automatically removes your most recent typing.

To easily access your email messages, you can tag an account to your iphone. It’s frequently convenient to view emails as they come into your inbox rather than waiting to view all the emails you receive during the day. You can link several different email accounts or only one.

TIP! Many people use the camera on the iPhone. After some heavy photography sessions, though, it can be tough to sort through all the snapshots in your Camera Roll.

If you’re sending an email and you do not wish to use the words that your iphone suggests, the “X” button does not have to be tapped in order to get rid of the suggestion box. All you need to do is simply tap on the screen anywhere and the box goes away.

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. Simply press the screen anywhere and the box goes away.

Your iphone has the capability of showing previews of incoming messages when your screen is locked. You may like this feature, or you may think it’s annoying. If you find it annoying, you can disable this feature easily. Choose the Settings menu, go to notifications and then touch messages. Here you have the option to turn the Show Preview setting to OFF.

TIP! Have you ever lost out on snapping a great photo because the camera app takes too much time to pop up? Try this quick and easy shortcut. If you have locked the screen, tap twice on the Home button.

You can use the settings to make the iphone visually indicate when you have an incoming call or message. You can set up the iPhone’s LED flash to blink when a call or message comes in. Simply go to Settings > General > Accessibility. Turn the LED Flash on for alerts. It is just that easy.

TIP! 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.

Should you be looking for an audible sound for typing, look in your Sound settings and turn on keyboard clicks. Hearing the clicks can reduce your typing errors because you know when your phone reads the key sections.

TIP! You will have to reset your phone if it freezes up. Press on the sleep button and the home button at the same time.

If your iphone is dropped in water, never turn it back on immediately afterwards to find out if it still works. Do what you can to dry off the outside and then let the moisture inside have overnight to dry out. Turning a wet phone back on can cause it to permanently and fatally short circuit.

TIP! To conserve time while emailing or texting, develop AutoText helpful shortcuts for expressions you most frequently type on the iPhone. The feature is useful for complicated emails and phrases you use a lot.

You can use your iphone camera single-handedly. To do this, simply get the frame the way you want it and then press the + volume button. There’s no difference in the picture’s quality than if you had taken it normally.

TIP! Don’t concern yourself with the words iPhone suggests when you are typing. When typing, if endless word corrections start to bother you, just tap the screen to eliminate the boxes.

You can mark emails as unread; however, the option is not visible on the main, mail screen. You need to go into the “details” menu and press the unread feature. Then, when you open your mail again, the message will appear to be unread.

TIP! Limit the number of apps on your iPhone. There is a huge variety of applications that can be loaded to the iPhone.

One great thing to do with your iphone is to use the Facebook app. Lots of people do not know that it is incredibly easy to access Facebook with the iphone.

TIP! You can capture a photo with one hand when using your device. All you have to do is get the image into focus as you would like and then tap the button to increase the volume.

Word shortcuts can be set on your iphone. To add a shortcut simply to to settings, check under general, then under keyboard and then click on add shortcut. You may make shortcuts for phrases and words you often type by giving them acronyms or abbreviations. This inserts the word that you desire when you type in the shortcut.

TIP! Do not get panicked if your iPhone freezes on you. Use the Sleep/Wake button as the first remedy.

Are you looking for a way to quickly type messages or enter information into your iphone? To create a collection of words on your iphone as shortcuts, go to Settings, and select a Keyboard. By doing this, it is possible to pre-program longer word combinations and phrases which are frequently typed in. Going forward, you won’t have to type these words and phrases in their entirety.

TIP! To make the most of your iPhone, try using it to stay connected on Facebook. The Facebook app allows you to easily update your status, post to your wall, and view the latest updates from all of your friends.

Tap cancel to save an email message. The mail option will appear and will ask if you want to Save or Don’t Save, or if you want to cancel. If you select save, a copy of the message will be saved in your drafts. If you do not currently have a Draft folder, the iphone will create one.

TIP! You can set up shortcuts to specific words on the iPhone to be more efficient when typing. In your setting menu, navigate to General/Keyboard/Add New Shortcut.

There are three ways to scroll on your iphone. Tap on a single letter to jump to that part of the alphabet, scroll through the list in its entirety using a finger or just do slight pressing. The third option will let you scroll rapidly through your entire list.

TIP! If you’re unable to finish your email and want to save it, press cancel rather than just closing the app. The iPhone then gives you the option of saving a draft rather than discarding the email.

The versatility of the iphone is one of its most appealing features. For instance, with the free app from BlinqTV, your phone can become a universal remote. Your iphone can then control your television, DVD player and several other audio/visual components. You also have different options, such as program reminders that alert you and remind you when a favorite show comes on.

TIP! You can easily send photos to family and friends using your iPhone. You can achieve this by following either of two processes.

You feel more connected if you link your phone up with your social media accounts. Now, it’s possible for you to remain linked to your close connections. And if you do not own an iphone yet, do more research about these devices and consider purchasing one if you know the different features will be very useful to you.

Iphone: More Than Just A Cell Phone

TIP! 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. Wipe off your iPhone and then place it into a rice-filled bag.

There are several reasons why the iphone is so popular today. All of the installed apps and packed features allow it to perform many tasks at once. If you want to learn more about what your iphone has to offer, you should continue reading the article that follows.

TIP! To help take crisp photos use your headphones. With the headphones plugged in and your camera app on, simply click the button located on the headphone cord.

Remember to download updates on your phone whenever they become available. This will help ensure your phone is working as fast and efficiently as possible. It also make you move pictures and documents to your computer. This way, if your phone is damaged, you will not lose everything.

TIP! Your iPhone can help you get from one place to another. The iPhone’s map can be used as a GPS to help you find your way to locations, as well as to find attractions.

There are ways that you can make the keyboard larger on your iphone. It’s not necessary to run out and purchase a new keyboard. From the Safari browser, rotate your phone sideways and tap on the address bar. The larger keyboard allows you to have more speed and efficiency when typing.

TIP! Do you get too many notifications on your iPhone? You’ll find it easy to disable them. Begin by selecting the settings button, then tap the notifications bar.

When surfing the web on the iphone, you do not need to add “.com” to web addresses. You only need to use the main address and your browser will pull up the correct site. While it may not seem like much, doing so will save you a lot of time over the life of your phone.

Ased Commands

TIP! Sometimes the AutoCorrect suggestion feature can become a nuisance. When you’re writing and it keeps popping up, don’t hit “X” to get rid of it.

Siri has the ability to set reminders based on location. If you were used to giving Siri time-based commands, you can instead switch to location-based commands to make things easier. You can also tell Siri to remind you to do something when you reach a certain location like home. Your phone will detect where you are and tell you about whatever reminder you set. Setting reminders has never been easier.

TIP! 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 shortcut that is quick. Clicking on the home button two times will get you to this area.

An iphone can act as your GPS. You can use the map feature as your GPS to find locations or amenities along your route. Bookmarking the map allows it to be easily accessed.

TIP! For a quick way to add, subtract or multiply, don’t forget that calculator function on your iPhone; it’s located in your phone’s utilities section. 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.

Do you get too many notifications? If so, you have the option to disable these notifications. Go to your notifications center under the “Settings” button. You will probably find a bunch of apps in the “Notification Center” which you do not need. Remove them. This will also dramatically increase the iPhone’s battery life.

TIP! Beware of talking to Siri too much on your iPhone, if you care about your privacy. What is spoken to Siri is recorded by Apple and stored on their internally-hosted servers.

You can create a shortcut on your home page for any site that you visit frequently. All you have to do is visit the website. When there, all you need to do it to press the “Go” button. This will give you the option to add this site to your home screen. You can then rename your new custom app.

TIP! You can navigate the Internet on your iPhone the same as you would on a laptop. You can save pictures on the Internet to your phone by tapping down for several seconds.

On Safari, you can save images from Safari or Mail very easily if you know how to do it. Tap on the image for a period of three seconds and it will give you the option to save it. A box pops up with the save option.

TIP! You have the option of turning audible typing clicks ON or OFF in the sounds setting of your iPhone. The audible click helps you ensure that your phone is picking up what you are typing.

It’s not necessary to press the X to get rid of that annoying AutoCorrect suggestion box. Rather, just tap any portion of the screen. This is the fastest way of closing the suggestion box.

TIP! 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. It’s not necessary.

Use the button on your headphone cord to snap a picture with your iphone. Start off by getting the picture you want and put it in the frame. Once you’re ready to take the picture, press the button that’s on the cord. Your picture is recorded. To save the photo, follow the normal picture saving steps.

TIP! You can take screenshots with your iPhone all the time. Capture the image by simultaneously pressing the Home and on/off buttons.

For a quick way to add, subtract or multiply, don’t forget that calculator function on your iphone; it’s located in your phone’s utilities section. When the phone is in a vertical position, the calculator is a standard one, but when the phone is held horizontally, a scientific calculator appears.

TIP! To scroll along your contact list, try these three options. You can tap a single letter to advance to the listings you want, scroll with a single finger, or gently press one finger right on the list.

Upgrade your operating system with the latest version. Since it is a small computer, the iphone is complex. This means that adjustments and fixes are needed on occasion. Updating your OS regularly will help ensure the safety of your personal information.

TIP! Your iPhone does not bode well to temperature variations. Do not take your iPhone into a freezer and protect it with a case if it is very cold outside.

On the iphone, you can add keyboard clicks to your device. Choose to have keystroke sounds if you’re accustomed to it and find it easier to type accurately when a clicking sound is associated with each key you type.

TIP! Make sure you iPhone stays out of direct sunlight for any extended period of time. If it is in direct sunlight for a long time, you could find yourself owning a ruined device.

AutoText shortcuts can be made for your commonly used phrases to save messaging time. 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 shortcut is in the iPhone’s keyboard settings.

TIP! Getting the most out of your iPhone is a matter of mastering the little tricks, and one of them is how to get rid of unwanted emails with the swipe of a 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.

There is also a great time-based feature on the iphone which allows you to set time reminders like when to cook dinner. However, are you aware that you can also set location-based reminders as well? You might say something like, “Remind me to go to the gas station on the way to pick up the kids.” There are many reminders available with the iphone.

TIP! Be careful with the connector cord that came with the iPhone because these get damaged very easily. Whenever you need to unplug this cord, make sure you do it very gently.

The iphone is as popular as it is because it’s an incredibly useful tool. The customization options and the array of features and apps available are all virtually limitless. It takes awhile to fully master it. You may not use every tip you have read here; however, many of them will help ensure you get everything you can from your phone.

How To Use Your Iphone And All Its Features

TIP! Update your phone when new updates are out. This will help ensure your phone is working as fast and efficiently as possible.

With the seemingly limitless apps the iphone offers, there is something for everyone on the iphone. Kids and senior citizens alike will discover applications that thrill and entertain. Read on to discover all that the iphone has in store for any user.

TIP! You can use the phone’s volume buttons for operating the camera, as well as the headphone cord. Hold the phone steady and press the button on the cord.

It’s important that you apply new updates to your iPhone’s software and firmware whenever they’re available. By updating your phone regularly, you’ll ensure that you’ll have the most up to date version on the operating system, including security patches and new features. That also requires you to save images and critical data to your computer. This way, should something occur with your phone you are going to have a backup.

TIP! If you are working in Safari, it is simple to initiate a phone call with a simple touch. Suppose you are using the Internet to locate a pharmacy near your home.

The Siri app will now allow you to set reminders based on location. No longer do you need to give Siri a time to remind you of a specific task. You can instead tell Siri to do an action when you reach a certain location. Your phone will detect where you are and tell you about whatever reminder you set. This helps when you have no idea what time you will be arriving at home, and lets you set a reminder.

TIP! A protective screen is a useful investment for your iPhone. Phones that don’t have these protectors are more likely to get scratches and nicks.

If you are browsing in Safari, you have the ability to make a phone call with a simple tap. Say that you are searching the web for local dry cleaners. Once you locate a telephone number for it, you do not need to return to the phone feature to call it. Just tapping the number will connect you to the business that you want to call.

TIP! Are there umlauted or accented letters you wish to include in your messages? Here is how to do it. Use your finger to select the letter, then hold it down for one or two seconds.

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. You just need to link your iphone to a computer in order to access files, and you can also open them right from the phone itself.

TIP! Most people who own iPhones are well aware of the picture-taking possibilities the phone has to offer. It can be difficult, however, to learn how to easily sort through the many different pictures you’ve taken.

Get quick access to your email by tagging your account with your iphone. This is essential, because you can receive instant notifications any time a new email arrives, allowing you to read it immediately. You can tag email from one account or more than one account so that you receive notifications on your iphone that you’ve received email.

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. Simply press the screen anywhere and the box goes away.

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.

TIP! Did you miss an important photo because you were fumbling to pull up the camera feature on your iPhone? There’s a faster way to take pictures. While the screen is locked, quickly tap the Home button twice.

You can use the included calculator to do quick mathematical calculations on your iphone. It’s available in standard form if it’s held vertically, but can become a scientific calculator if it’s held horizontally.

TIP! If your phone freezes and does not respond to Wake/Sleep, you can simply force a hard reset. Hold that button down while you simultaneously press the “home key”.

It may not be a good idea to use Siri. What is spoken to Siri is recorded by Apple and stored on their internally-hosted servers. 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! Keep the firmware on your iPhone current. This increases your iPhone’s usability and battery life.

Make sure you regularly update your firmware. The functionality of the device will be increased, along with its battery life. Upload iTunes on your desktop or laptop and connect your phone to the computer to update. You can also connect your iphone with your Apple computer.

TIP! Suggested words that pop up on your phone do not have to waste your time. To end this feature, simply tap your iPhone screen to quit the suggestion box.

There is also a great time-based feature on the iphone which allows you to set time reminders like when to cook dinner. Did you know that it’s possible to set reminders based on location? Your iphone could remind you to go grocery shopping on your way home from work. You can use many different types of reminders when it comes to iPhones.

TIP! Limit the number of apps on your iPhone. Many apps are available for the iPhone; they are either free or low-cost.

One of the most useful features on an iphone is the Calendar function. You can quickly use this tool by directly adding events instead of always using “+” button. Tap and hold on an hour to create an event for that specific time. This saves you time while scheduling appointments, which helps your time management immensely.

TIP! Although your iPhone does everything it can to make navigating web pages as easy as possible, it can still be a real slog to scroll back up to the top of a long page. Well, now that is no longer necessary.

You might want to buy an app aimed at managing your battery usage. These apps can help you discover which programs and functions are burning your battery the fastest. That can also help you find out when you should calibrate, so your battery stays healthy.

TIP! 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. First, go to Details, then click on the “Unread” button.

To easily save messages you’re working on, simply tap cancel. You will be asked if you want to Save, Don’t Save, or Cancel. If you choose Save, your unfinished message will be waiting for you later in Drafts. If you have no Drafts folder, your phone will make one when you make that choice.

TIP! Think about buying a battery management application. There are a few options, and they help you make your battery last longer.

There are several alternative ways that you can move through your list of contacts. Place one of your fingers on the area of the alphabetical list. Then, simply slide up or down. You will have more control over the list, which is especially helpful if you have a large number of contacts.

TIP! If you find that Siri’s voice is a bit annoying to you, you do have choices. If you want to change the Siri voice, go to your General Settings and find Siri.

A fabulous iphone communication tool is that of FaceTime. This lets people actually see the person with whom they are speaking with. When you are in contacts, you can find this function after you click the contact’s name. Simply press the button to use it.

TIP! Save a draft of your mail message by hitting cancel, should you wish to work on it later. The mail option will appear and will ask if you want to Save or Don’t Save, or if you want to cancel.

From here on out you should be able to explain to anyone that you come across how beneficial and customizable an iphone is. You can now feel more confident in your use of the iphone and how to maximize your personal benefits.

Check Out These Fantastic Tips To Help You Use The Iphone

TIP! Now that you have an iPhone, getting lost is a thing of the past. The iPhone’s maps app comes loaded onto your phone right when you get it, making it a breeze to locate yourself as long as you’re connected to the network.

Many people are interested in the iphone but don’t know much about how to use it. There is a lot of information available online that can help you use your iphone to its maximum capabilities. This article will give you a fantastic start to understanding your iphone.

TIP! If you get a larger keyboard, browsing the web with your iPhone will be a little easier. It is not necessary to buy a larger keyboard.

Update your phone when new updates are out. 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. This also protects you by ensuring that your images and information are safely stored. In the unfortunate event that your phone is lost or damaged, you can at least take comfort in knowing that your important data is not gone for good.

TIP! A protective screen is a useful investment for your iPhone. Without a screen protector, your phone will be more vulnerable to scratches, scrapes and nicks.

Dim the brightness of your iphone to reduce battery consumption. You can change the brightness by going to the settings portion of your iphone. This will definitely help you save your battery usage, which is important during those times when you need a fully charged phone.

You don’t need to press X every time AutoCorrect attempt to make a correction. You can simply tap the screen anywhere. The suggestion box will close.

TIP! It is not necessary to hit the ‘X’ when deleting AutoCorrect suggestions. You can make this process faster by tapping anywhere on your screen.

Compose emails, notes, and messages faster with this easy tip. Should the suggested dictionary word not be desirable when texting, just tap on the screen and clear it. You do not have to press the tiny X that shows up on the word.

TIP! Create your own shortcuts and dictionary on your iPhone. Your phone will automatically know what you’re going to type next.

If you have Siri on your iphone, but like to keep your privacy, you maybe not want to continue to use her. Apple keeps recordings of almost all communication with Siri on its own server. These files are stored in a secure location and are used for improving speech recognition, but it is good to be aware that your prompts may be recorded.

TIP! You can use your iPhone as a storage device for files by downloading an app that enables you to put files onto your phone. Upload photos, music or other files with the app.

It’s pretty easy to take a screencap on your iphone. Simply press the “sleep” button while holding in the “home” button. The screen will briefly flash white, indicating that the screenshot was successful.

TIP! Are you aware that you can snap a photo from the headphone cord? Simply frame the picture that you wish to take. When you are ready to take the photograph, press on the cord’s button.

If your phone freezes and does not respond to Wake/Sleep, you can simply force a hard reset. Simply depress the button as you hold the Home button. The phone will then shut down and restart as a signal that everything went well.

TIP! Link your email with your iPhone for greater convenience. This is essential, because you can receive instant notifications any time a new email arrives, allowing you to read it immediately.

If you use the Safari browser, you don’t need to type in “.com” when you wish to access a webpage. To go directly to a website simply type the websites name into the URL box.

TIP! Sometimes the AutoCorrect suggestion feature can become a nuisance. When you’re writing and it keeps popping up, don’t hit “X” to get rid of it.

Many times suggested words can cause you to waste time when composing an email. You can get out of the suggestion box by tapping away on your screen, allowing you to continue with your message. This way, you don’t have to tap the x key after every single word.

TIP! Your iPhone has the capability of showing previews of incoming messages when your screen is locked. You may find this handy or annoying.

You probably already know it is possible to set reminders that are time-based on your phone. Did you know you can set reminders that are location-based? You might ask your iphone to remind you to swing by the post office after you pick up the kids. The iphone can help you remember all sorts of events.

TIP! If you need to do some quick math, use the iPhone’s calculator function. This is a standard calculator when the phone is held vertically, but becomes a scientific calculator if the phone is moved horizontally.

Try not to purchase or store too many apps on your iphone. There are many great apps available. Some of them cost money, and others are free to use. But some are very shady and will actually take your information or send you hidden charges.

You can easily mark an email message as “unread” in your iphone. Navigate to details and tap unread; that’s all there is to it.

TIP! AutoText shortcuts can be made for your commonly used phrases to save messaging time. You should use this feature for phrases you use all the time, such as ‘where are you’ or for signing your emails.

If you have an iphone, you should try using it to browse Facebook. Most people know this already and take full advantage of it but there are still a lot of people that don’t know that they can log into Facebook and use while simply on their iphone.

TIP! You can capture a photo with one hand when using your device. Just frame your picture and tap the volume button marked “+”.

If there is not sufficient time when composing your email, rather than closing the email app tap on it to cancel. 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! Look into buying an app to help you manage your battery usage. There are a few available that can inform you of when you use too much power and how you can reduce it to save battery life.

For personal communication on your iphone, take advantage of FaceTime. This gives you the ability to have a live conversation with the person in video form. You can use it by going into your contacts and choosing to start a FaceTime call. Once it’s pressed, you’ll be able to hear and see the person you’re conversing with.

TIP! With an iPhone, there is a simple step you can take to decrease the amount of time you spend typing. Access the keyboard section in the setting’s general are and create a shortcut for yourself.

If you do not intend to watch a video later, you should probably clear it out of your iPhone’s memory. When you are finished watching a video, you receive a prompt about whether you want to take the video off the phone. Delete it so that you don’t clog up your device.

TIP! A good way to use the iPhone to communicate is with FaceTime. This application lets users actually see their conversation partner.

It is important to back up your phone contact list. This can be done easily. With the iDrive Lite app you can backup your contacts and share or restore them when needed. It’s free if your software is current.

TIP! Do you often send text messages to the same contacts? These numbers can be added to your favorites, so that you can have easy access to them. The favorites and recent calls lists can be utilized to call and text people quickly.

When you receive your iphone, fool around with it. 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. You may need to take several hours or several days to get familiar with your iphone. The more time you devote to experimenting, the better. You’ll soon be very familiar with your phone’s unique features.

TIP! The cord that connects your iPhone to your computer and to charge it do become damaged quite easily. Gently remove the cord from any location when needed.

Enhance your music experience by changing the icons displayed on the screen bottom. Just choose the option to add additional icons from the settings button. Now you can choose from a variety of icons, then use them to access all of your favorite albums, genres, artists and songs.

TIP! If you’re interested in fully learning how to use your iPhone, consider using Apple’s tutorials. They will take you through each step to be sure you do not get confused about what you need to do.

You should now feel pretty confident in your ability to use your iphone. Take the information you have learned and use it to help you enjoy your device more. Use what you have discovered here to amaze your friends with all that the iphone can do.

How To Use All The Features Of The Iphone

TIP! An iPhone makes it virtually impossible to get lost. The integrated map and gps function allow you to use your wireless service to pinpoint where you are, and where you are going.

With a multitude of apps available, people of all ages can enjoy the iphone. Both young children and elderly adults can find applications and features on the phone that will keep them entertained. Read on to discover all that the iphone has in store for any user.

TIP! Whenever a new update is available for your iPhone, take the time to install it. When you update your phone, you will have the latest bug fixes, patches and options to keep your phone running well.

Websites that you visit frequently can easily be turned into an app. Load the website on your iphone. Once you are there, tap on “Go”. This will give you the option to add this site to your home screen. Once the shortcut is there, you can name it whatever you want.

TIP! You can have a better iPhone browsing experience by using a bigger keyboard. The iPhone has the capability to provide you with a larger keyboard.

The iphone gives you the ability to construct a dictionary and create shortcuts for words. The iphone can detect what you are trying to say. For added efficiency, try programming your phone with your most commonly used phrases and shortcuts. When typing, your keyboard will autocorrect.

TIP! In order to conserve your battery usage on the iPhone, reduce the brightness level. To lower the brightness level, simply adjust your phone’s settings.

Are there umlauted or accented letters you wish to include in your messages? Here is how to do it. Press the button of the letter you want to use and hold it down. Expect a box to open, containing added options. You’ll have access to a complete range of special characters this way.

TIP! Once you know how to take a photo using the volume buttons, try doing it by using your headphone cord. Hold your hands steady and once you have the shot lined up, click the button on your cord.

You can easily set up your email on your iphone so that it is simple to retrieve your messages. You will receive notifications every time a message is in your email’s inbox. You are not limited to a single email account with this feature.

TIP! If you are navigating the web using your iPhone, don’t worry about adding in the “.com” at the end of a website address.

Are you regretting something you just typed on iMessage? Has Auto Correct made you sound silly? Giving your iphone a swift rattle is a really simple way to fix this. This etch-a-sketch action automatically erases recent typing. This feature is optional. You have to verify in Settings to ensure that it is enabled.

TIP! Through the aid of Siri, you can create custom location reminders. It is no longer necessary to ask Siri to remind you to call the office at a specified hour.

If you need a quick calculation done, make fast use of your iPhone’s calculator function, which can be found under the utilities section. This is a standard calculator when the phone is held vertically, but becomes a scientific calculator if the phone is moved horizontally.

TIP! When using Safari on your iPhone, one simple tap can make a phone call. Let’s say you want to find a dry cleaner.

You can enable your iphone to visually indicate 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. Begin by going towards the settings menu, then select “General”, then navigate to “Accessibility”. Then simply activate the LED Flash button to receive alerts in this way.

Sleep Button

TIP! You can use the settings to make the iPhone visually indicate when you have an incoming call or message. There are plenty of options you can select here to give you an indicator.

Press the sleep button if your iphone encounters an issue and press harder to reboot your phone if it is not responsive. You will want to press the home key and the sleep button at the same time. Everything will be restarted to fix the problem.

TIP! With your iPhone, you do not need to worry about your phone shaking when you take a picture. Just use your headphones’ volume controls.

There is a way to take photographs using an iphone without having to worry about any shaking. Just use the volume buttons that are located on the headphones. Keep your hand steady as you focus on the image you want to take a picture of. When you’re ready to take the picture, simply press one of these buttons on your cord.

TIP! Personalize your iPhone with the ringtone of your choice. You can separate yourself from everyone else and get your own customizable ringtone.

When using Safari to browse the web with your iphone, you don’t need to type .com to be able to reach websites. For example, to visit Amazon.com you can type “Amazon” in the URL box and you will be taken directly to the site.

TIP! You probably know that you can set reminders for certain times to tell you to do things. However, you can also create reminders that are location-based! For example, you can tell your phone to remind you of something as you leave work.

If your iphone gets wet when you drop it, don’t panic–this happens to a lot of people. However, it’s important not to turn it back on right away. Dry the outside of the phone. Then wait a day so that any moisture inside the phone can dry. Turning a wet phone back on can cause it to permanently and fatally short circuit.

TIP! There may be times when you are using the iPhone and a notification interrupts you what you are doing. You probably prefer finishing your task at hand prior to minding the notice.

You may well feel that your iPhone’s word suggestions cost you more time than they save. 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. This will keep you from having to click on the little “x” every time you want to dismiss a word.

TIP! If your iPhone freezes, don’t worry. To begin with, press the sleep/wake 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. The iphone then gives you the option of saving a draft rather than discarding the email. Select YES, and the unfinished email will be saved to your draft folder.

TIP! You can immediately get to your iPod buttons and your favorite items. To find this, you can go to the Home button under Settings->General.

It is easy to access your iPod controls and all of your favorites quickly. Just go to your settings screen, then general and then home. At this point, you can personalize this feature by double-tapping each function that you wish to change. This is a pretty straightforward process when following step by step.

TIP! You have three scrolling methods to choose from when looking through your iPhone contacts. You can press the list with your finger, tap a letter or scroll with your finger.

The contact list on the iphone has three ways for scrolling and looking at information. First, move your finger down the entire list if it is not too large or immediately go to the letter of the contact that you desire. The third way gives you the ability to scroll quickly through the entire list.

TIP! A great way for communicating on your iPhone is using FaceTime. FaceTime is a video call option that you can use over wi-fi.

FaceTime is a wonderful way to communicate on the iphone. With FaceTime, you can see who you are talking to in real time. If you’d like to use it, all you have to do is access your contacts, and select the FaceTime button. Simply press the button to activate FaceTime.

TIP! Don’t expose your iPhone to extreme temperatures. Do not bring your phone into low temperate and refrigerated areas.

Now that you’ve read this article, you can tell everyone how beneficial having an iphone is. Given the fact that you now know a lot more about an iphone you will likely enjoy sharing your knowledge with others who need a little help.

Making The Most Of Your Iphone: Tips And Tricks For Owners

TIP! You need not worry about being lost when you have your iPhone. You will be able to see your location with the map feature anytime you are in a service area.

Lots of people want to get an iphone nowadays but aren’t familiar with all different tips and tricks that come with it. Fortunately, a lot of articles, like the one you are reading, can give you great advice on it. This article is one such resource; read on for tips and tricks related to the iphone.

TIP! Use rice to dry out a wet iPhone. No matter how much care you take, your phone may slip into water, or even get rained on.

To help take crisp photos use your headphones. Keep a steady hand when you are taking the picture and press the button found on your headphone cord. This will help you ensure you don’t shake your phone and create a blurry picture.

TIP! In order to conserve your battery usage on the iPhone, reduce the brightness level. You can do this by changing the brightness in the settings area of your phone to a lower level.

You can turn your favorite website in an app. Just go to the site. Then tap the “Go” button. This then gives you the option for adding this site to the home screen. Once the shortcut is there, you can name it whatever you want.

Suggestion Box

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.

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. You can tap anywhere and still get rid of the suggestions. This will close the suggestion box for you, which is a much faster method.

TIP! You can use the cord of your headphones to take an iPhone photo. To start, frame the picture you wish to take.

You can even take pictures with the headphone cord. The first thing you’ll want to do is line up the shot you want. When you are ready, hit the cord button. The picture is taken! Save the picture as you normally would.

TIP! There are different ways that you can improve how fast your messages are created. If you want to avoid suggestions from the dictionary, tap the screen anywhere to ignore it.

Your iPhone’s default setting is to show you a preview of your incoming messages right on the phone’s lock screen. This could come in handy or it could be annoying. If you think it’s annoying, you can disable this function. All you need to do is go into your setting and then click on notifications, and finally, tap messages. The feature you need to turn off is the Show Preview option.

TIP! It may not be a good idea to use Siri. Apple uses an internal server to hold and store the things you say to Siri.

Try not to talk to your Siri function as often as you do if you are a very private type of person. Nearly all voice prompts spoken to Siri are recorded and stored on an Apple server. These files are stored in a secure location and are used for improving speech recognition, but it is good to be aware that your prompts may be recorded.

TIP! Make sure to keep the OS upgraded to the latest version possible. Given the complexity of the phone and operating system, these updates may contain security patches, bug fixes and other important tweaks to boost functionality.

You can use your Safari browser use you iphone just like a computer, even for saving images of the Internet. In Safari, just touch and hold on a photo you’d like to save. The context menu that pops up will let you save the picture directly to your phone’s Camera Roll. You can also email the image.

TIP! You may realize that your iPhone can remind you of something that is happening at a certain time. It gets better! You can also use reminders based on a particular location.

Always keep iOS updated to the most recent version, when possible. 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. Keeping your operating system updated is especially important if you access or store sensitive information on your phone.

TIP! The command for marking emails unread in the iPhone isn’t visible; you have to uncover 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.

Always update your firmware for your iphone when you can. This can increase usability and boost battery life. Updating your firmware is easy and can be done by connecting your computer to your phone and uploading iTunes. Alternatively, iCloud allows you to connect your iphone and your Apple computer easily.

TIP! There is a simple way to reduce the amount of time you spend typing on your iPhone. You can set up new shortcuts under the settings.

You can take a photo on your iphone without worrying about shaking your phone. Your headphone volume controls can also double as a way to snap your pictures. Start by choosing a subject you want to photograph and try to hold your hand still. Just press the button on the headphone cord to take the photo.

TIP! You can easily send photos to family and friends using your iPhone. There are two different ways you can achieve this.

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. When this feature is enabled, you know the phone is reading your typing which will cut down on the number of typos you commit.

TIP! There are a few different ways to search contacts on the iPhone. There is one that does not involve flicking with your fingers.

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. You might say something like, “Remind me to go to the gas station on the way to pick up the kids.” You can use many different kinds of reminders on your iphone.

TIP! A fun way to talk to others with your iPhone is FaceTime. With it, you have audio and visual of the person you are talking to.

Your iphone can take pictures one-handed. Frame the picture you want to take and push the raise volume button. There’s no difference in the resulting picture’s quality when you take it this way.

TIP! Is there a certain person or people that you text frequently? Make those numbers your favorites. This is a great feature because it organizes all your favorites and recent calls into a list that you can simply use to text and call them.

Interruptions many frequently bother you while you are using your iphone. Perhaps you wish to complete your initial task before addressing the notification. Notifications can be removed in an instant. To remove, simply swipe the pop-up when it appears.

TIP! The iPhone’s connection cable can take damage easily if you aren’t careful with it. If you have to disconnect it from a power outlet or USB port, make sure you do it gently.

If your phone freezes, do not panic. The first thing to try is, of course, the sleep/wake button. If that does not solve the problem, select the sleep/wake and home buttons together. Pressing the home and sleep buttons together to perform a hard reset on your iphone. After the hard reset, it may take a few minutes for your phone to power back up.

Cool Features

TIP! The iPhone’s camera takes great pictures. The camera on the iPhone gives you the ability to store many pictures.

You should now have a better idea of how to use some of the cool features on your new iphone. The main thing is that you’ll want to pick up some different tips so that you can unlock new and cool features and have easier access to the ones you already know about. Keep these ideas in mind and you will be impressing your friends with your new knowledge.

Iphone Tips Many People Don’t Know About

TIP! Rice is an easy and quick way to dry out your iPhone if you happen to get it wet. Dropping your phone in a puddle, the toilet or another wet location is almost inevitable.

You don’t have to own an iphone to know they are proficient of much more than your average smartphone. For those who want or have an iphone, you can learn more about it and what it can do with this article.

TIP! Save your battery by reducing the brightness of your screen. You can accomplish this in your iPhone’s settings area.

Remember to download updates on your phone whenever they become available. When you update your device, you’ll have all the fixes, updates, and other important things your iphone needs. This also protects you by ensuring that your images and information are safely stored. In the unfortunate event that your phone is lost or damaged, you can at least take comfort in knowing that your important data is not gone for good.

TIP! Are you sick of the constnt notifications you receive on your iPhone? There is a way you can shut them off. Go to your notifications center under the “Settings” button.

If you would like your iphone battery to last longer, dial down the brightness factor of your phone’s display. Do that by adjusting brightness in Settings to a reduced level. It will help extend the battery life for the days you need to have your iphone on for long hours.

TIP! To easily access your email messages, you can tag an account to your iPhone. This is crucial since you get instantly notified when you receive a message and you can view it right away.

Invest in an app that lets you upload documents and files onto your iphone like a normal storage device. Upload videos, music, photos or even text-only files. Then you have them available right on your phone, or you can connect and access them later on your computer.

TIP! Second thoughts about something you entered in iMessage? Did Auto Correct mess up your meaning yet again? Shake your iPhone and you can quickly undo any damage. That undoes any recent typing.

Use the button on your headphone cord to snap a picture with your iphone. The first thing you’ll want to do is line up the shot you want. When you are ready, hit the cord button. This takes the picture. You can now save your picture as you would normally.

TIP! The picture quality on the iPhone is a great feature to make use of. After some heavy photography sessions, though, it can be tough to sort through all the snapshots in your Camera Roll.

Speed up your messaging with this trick. You can dismiss dictionary word suggestions by tapping the screen. You do not have to tap the “x” that follows the suggested word.

TIP! 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 can actually tap your finger anywhere within the screen to dismiss the box.

Do you want to add accents or umlauts to your message? Here’s what you have to do. Touch and hold the letter that requires accenting. A box with extra keys will come up. Now you can include special characters any time you wish!

TIP! Your iPhone can provide visual indicators of incoming messages and calls. For silent but important notifications, you can set the LED camera flash to blink when a call or message comes in.

There is a calculator tool in the iphone that easily lets you add, subtract or multiply something very quickly. In the phone’s vertical position, you will get a standard calculator and if you flip it into horizontal position, you will see a scientific calculator.

TIP! If you ever drop your iPhone in water, do not attempt to turn it on right away. Instead, remove as much water as possible from the device, then allow it to dry overnight.

You can enable your iphone to visually indicate 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. In the Settings menu, go to General, then to Accessibility. Select the “LED Flash Alerts” feature.

TIP! You can save some time when typing on your iPhone. To create a collection of words on your iPhone as shortcuts, go to Settings, and select a Keyboard.

Keep the firmware updated. Not only will it extend the life of the battery, but it will make your phone more functional. Update firmware by putting iTunes on your computer, then synchronizing the iphone to the computer. You can also employ the iCloud platform to connect your iphone to your iTunes and Apple computer.

TIP! Press cancel to save messages to work on later. 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 take a photo on your iphone without worrying about shaking your phone. Do this by using your headphones’ volume controls. First, point the camera at the subject and keep your hand from moving. Press the proper button on your headphone wire when the picture is ready to be taken.

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.

Use your iPhone’s calendar to organize your schedule. You can quickly use this tool by directly adding events instead of always using “+” button. When you are in the day area, simply by tapping any hour and holding it on there will bring about a new event during that time period. You will free up more time for other things!

TIP! You can immediately get to your iPod buttons and your favorite items. Enter your setting menu, select general and finally the home button.

Do not go overboard buying apps for your iphone. There are many great apps available. Some of them cost money, and others are free to use. 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! One of the useful things you can do with your iPhone is share pictures with your various contacts. This may be done in two ways.

You can be interrupted by notifications on your iphone while you are using another application on the phone. If this interrupts you from time to time, this can be a hassle. Notifications can be removed in an instant. Just swipe away the pop-up bar that shows up near the upper end of your screen.

TIP! You can scroll through your iPhone contacts in three different ways. Press on the list, scroll down with your finger or tap a letter to jump down.

If your device freezes, stay calm. Just press the sleep/wake button and see if that resolves the situation. If that doesn’t work, try pressing and holding the home and sleep/wake buttons simultaneously for 10-15 seconds. This does a hard reset on your phone and will restart it after a little while.

TIP! Stay linked to your circle of friends by using your iPhone for social media purposes. You can update your friends very quick with Facebook and Twitter through your iPhone.

If you do not like Siri’s voice, you can change it. Go the general settings area and locate Siri. Under your Siri settings, you have the option of changing the language that Siri speaks to English, French, or German. The accent can also be changed to a British or Australian accent if you want. The British Siri happens to be a male!

TIP! Deleting unwanted email has never been easier. In your email inbox, by dragging your finger across the mail will show a popup delete button that will allow you to remove it instantly.

You can save typing time. Within your phone’s settings, access the general area, and select “keyboard.” Then, add a shortcut. You can program short cut keys for phrases or paragraphs that you frequently text or type. Going forward, you won’t have to type these words and phrases in their entirety.

TIP! An iPhone is known for its functionality and versatility. With the free BlinqTV app, you can transform your phone into a universal remote.

Hopefully, this article has educated you on some things about iPhones that you were not previously aware of. If you did learn something new about your phone, you should go give the tip a try. If you are looking into buying one, at least you know a little more about what it can offer you.

The Ins And Outs Of Apples Iphone.

TIP! The iPhone has a great option for those who need a bigger keyboard to type. There is no need to purchase a larger keyboard.

Many people find the iphone amazing, but few have the knowledge to use the features effectively. If you want your iphone to do more, and feel there are ways for you to accomplish that, then read the following article for ideas.

TIP! Siri helps you with reminders that are location based. Rather than saying “Siri, let me know to call my job at 5pm.

The iphone has applications to help you get to the place that you desire. Maps are integrated into the iphone experience, and through them you can always see exactly where you are and get directions to any location. Using the GPS function is a great way to get around without getting lost.

Larger Keyboard

TIP! Always use a screen protector with your iPhone. Your phone will surely fall victim to nicks and scratches if you have not purchased a screen protector for it.

If you get a larger keyboard, browsing the web with your iphone will be a little easier. The iphone has the capability to provide you with a larger keyboard. You can have use of a bigger keyboard by simply rotating your iphone and going to the address bar in Safari and tapping it. This will give you access to a larger keyboard to help make your typing a breeze.

TIP! Here is a simple tip for faster messaging on your iPhone. 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 can make an app out of any website that you visit often. Load the website on your iphone. Once you get on the website, tap once on the “Go” option. When you do this, you’ll be asked if you want to add the site on your home page. Once it connects to your home screen you have the option to change the name and personalize the app.

TIP! When viewing a web page in Safari, you can use either one finger or two to scroll. If you are browsing a page that is divided up into boxes, you only have to scroll with one finger between the boxes.

Safari and mail applications are widely used by iphone owners, but many are not aware of how to save images with these apps. It is simply a matter of pressing down on the desired picture for a moment. A screen should pop up and ask you to either save the image, or cancel.

TIP! Via the default setting, the iPhone shows previews of messages when the lock screen is on. This can be a positive or a negative, depending on your preference.

Create your own shortcuts and dictionary on your iphone. You can use the diction feature and have your phone transcribe what you say out loud. You can add phrases and shortcuts to your phone while programming it. Finally, your phone’s autocorrect will correct typed words and phrases based on its dictionary.

TIP! If you wish to do basic arithmetic quickly, try using the calculator in your iPhone’s utility section. The calculator has a standard form, which appears when the phone is vertical, as well as a scientific version that appears when the phone is rotated into a horizontal position.

Use the button on your headphone cord to snap a picture with your iphone. First, set up the picture you wish to snap. When you are ready to snap the picture, simply push the button. The picture will be taken. To save the photo, follow the normal picture saving steps.

TIP! Always update your firmware for your iPhone when you can. Not only will this keep your phone useable, but it will also increase it’s battery life.

A terrific method of making the most of an iphone is to use all of its media tools. You can enjoy videos from virtually any source on your iphone. This media mobility means you can watch movies or shows wherever you are.

TIP! Select a ringtone that you love, this makes your iPhone more personal. Separate yourself from everyone else and add your own unique touch to the phone by having your own ringtone.

You can easily set up your email on your iphone so that it is simple to retrieve 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. You can have one or many email accounts hooked up to your phone.

TIP! Should your iPhone fall in water, wait before trying to turn it on. Do what you can to dry off the outside and then let the moisture inside have overnight to dry out.

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 set your iphone to show a silent blink from the camera flash as each call or message comes into your phone. To access this feature go into the “accessibility” tab under the settings menu. Then turn on the alert feature titled LED Flash.

TIP! Don’t waste time using suggested words when typing on an 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.

Always make sure your OS is upgraded to the most recent 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. This updating is crucial if personal information is accessed online with your phone.

TIP! Make sure you are mindful about the apps you allow onto your phone. There are a lot of great apps for the iPhone, some free, and some that cost money to use.

Take photos with you iphone without messing up the image by shaking it too much. Utilize the volume controls found on the headphones. Start by steadying your hand on whatever subject you wish to capture. You simply press one of the volume buttons on your headphone cord to snap a photo.

TIP! It is possible to take a photograph on your device without the use of both hands. By pressing on + volume button, you can get any picture you have framed.

When using Safari, you do not have to type the “.com”, saving you extra time. For example, if you wish to visit CNN’s website, simply type “CNN” into the web address bar.

TIP! Have you ever been interrupted with an unimportant notice while you were busy using your iPhone. It might be more important to wrap up your current project than to check out the notice.

The iPhone’s calendar can be a great way to organize your life. You can add events faster and easier directly rather than using the + button. When you are in the day area, simply by tapping any hour and holding it on there will bring about a new event during that time period. This quick scheduling will save you time and let you get on with your life.

TIP! If you want to mark an email as unread in your iPhone, you need to find the command, as it is not visible. Open ‘Details’ and click on ‘unread’.

There are times when you are busy and don’t want to be interrupted by notifications on your iphone. Many times, you want to complete what you started before checking on the notice. It’s easy to dismiss the notification. Once you see the notification bar, just make it disappear with a swipe.

TIP! When you run out of time to complete an email, just tap it rather than closing the full application. You’ll get the option to save the unfinished message as a draft this way.

Don’t freak out if your iphone freezes. First, try using the “Sleep/Wake” button to bring up the screen. 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! Among the many useful features that come loaded onto your iPhone is a fairly robust dictionary incorporated right into the iOS itself. This can be used as a point of reference in pretty much any app you use.

Should Siri’s voice not be to your liking, you can adjust the settings. The first thing you must do is find Siri by accessing the part of the phone where you find General Settings. You can then set Siri’s language to English, French or German. The accent can also be changed to either British or Australian. When using the British version of Siri, you will notice that the voice is male.

TIP! You can move around your contact list effortlessly on your iPhone using several techniques. You can use your finger to scroll through the entire list, tap on one letter to jump to it or slightly pressing your finger on the list.

An iphone is a great tool if you need help organizing your day, as well as doing many other things, but learning how to do these things is the key. The only thing to do at this time is to try out the tips you learned here and begin to see all the great things you iphone can provide you.

Tips On How To Maximize Your Iphone

TIP! If your iPhone has accidentally gotten wet, rice can be used to help it dry. There has been many a person who accidentally dropped their phone into water – whether it be a puddle or even the toilet.

Understanding how to integrate social media accounts using your iphone is actually very easy. Some people, though, may still be having trouble. Continue reading to learn how to connect all of your accounts for social media sites to your iphone.

TIP! You can use your headphone cord to make picture-taking a snap. As you prepare to take the picture, steady your hand, then quickly depress the button located on the headphone cord.

If your iphone has accidentally gotten wet, rice can be used to help it dry. Nearly everyone has dropped a phone in a puddle, sink or even a 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. After allowing it to sit for about half a day, the device should be back to normal.

TIP! While in the Safari browser, you can simply make a phone call with one tap. Say you are surfing for a nearby dry cleaner.

When using Safari, it only takes a single tap to place a phone call. If you are searching for a dry cleaner, you can simply click the number. When you locate the phone number of the cleaners, you don’t need to switch over to the phone component of your iphone. Just tap on the number and you will be instantly connected to the business you want to contact.

TIP! Do you hate all of the notifications that come into your iPhone? There is a way you can shut them off. Go into the settings and choose notifications.

A protective screen is a wonderful investment for your iphone. Phones that don’t have these protectors are more likely to get scratches and nicks. Just a tiny speck of dirt can scratch the screen. Make sure your phone is always covered by protection.

TIP! One thing you can do with your new iPhone is to make the most of the multimedia capabilities. You can enjoy your favorite TV shows, movies or funny clips when you are on the go.

You may be sick and tired of the many notifications you receive when using your iphone. If so, you have the option to disable these notifications. First, select the settings button, and then touch the notifications bar. Remove any apps that are located in the :In Notification Center” that aren’t useful to you. This will also help your battery to last longer.

TIP! Just like other kinds of smart phones, you can set up an iPhone to give you a visual indicator for the calls and messages you receive. If you want to have a silent notification, the iPhone’s LED camera can be set to blink whenever you receive a call and/or message.

Working with and taking photos on the iphone is a great feature and something most people use to their advantage. It can be difficult to scroll through all of the photos you have taken if they are not sorted. You can use the album feature to organize your pictures so you can find them easily. This cuts down on a lot of time when searching for a particular picture you would like to see.

TIP! The Safari browser on the iPhone allows you to do virtually everything you can do on a large computer, and that includes bringing images down from websites. If you locate a photo that you want to hang onto while browsing, just tap the image and hold.

When you are using your iphone, you can take a screenshot. When you’re on the screen you want to save, hold down the home button and then tap on the sleep button. Your screenshot is saved when the screen is white.

TIP! Set your own AutoText phrases and words to make messaging faster. The feature speeds up your text when you need to include long email addresses or the most used phrases such as “where are you?” or “on my way”.

Turn the sound of keyboard clicks On in your Sounds Section if you need to hear clicks when you are texting. 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! Don’t concern yourself with the words iPhone suggests when you are typing. When typing up something and a suggested word distracts you, simply tap your screen to get rid of the box.

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. The feature speeds up your text when you need to include long email addresses or the most used phrases such as “where are you?” or “on my way”. You’ll find the necessary settings lurking in the iphone settings’ “Keyboard” section.

TIP! You may realize that your iPhone can remind you of something that is happening at a certain time. You do not have to specify a time.

You may well feel that your iPhone’s word suggestions cost you more time than they save. Fortunately, there’s a faster way to dismiss your iPhone’s suggestions when they appear: Simply tap anywhere on the screen when the suggestion box appears. This way you do not have to tap the “x” after every word you type.

TIP! It’s possible to take iPhone photos using only one hand. Frame the picture you want to take and push the raise volume button.

You only need one hand to take a picture with your iphone. You can use your volume buttons as your shutter button, so there will be no need to tap the screen. This gives you the same high-quality pictures that you come to expect from the iphone.

TIP! Using your iPhone can be really fun and really easy, but there are some aspects of the phone that make it seem tedious. For example, having to scroll up the length of pages can be a pain.

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. Tap the bar on the top of the page and it will bring you to where you started. This feature works for any screen that you may have up.

TIP! Make typing more efficient on your iPhone. From the settings section, go to general and select the keyboard, then add a shortcut.

You can mark your unread email using a specific command in your iphone. Navigate to “details,” then click on “unread”; when you re-open the email app, the message will appear unread.

TIP! Text the same few people? These numbers can be added to your favorites, so that you can have easy access to them. You can text and call from your recent calls and favorites lists.

If you are an iphone owner, consider using Facebook with your phone. Your iphone can be used to quickly and easily access Facebook and use it to stay connected with your friends and family.

TIP! If you use more than one email account, make sure you choose different names for each of them. It can be quite confusing if all of your accounts bear the same name.

You can set your iphone to make typing faster and easier. Go to the settings menu, then general area, and select the keyboard. Finish by adding a new shortcut. This can help you program in lengthy words and phrases that you use a lot. Then, you don’t have to enter them every time you use them.

TIP! Getting the most out of your iPhone is a matter of mastering the little tricks, and one of them is how to get rid of unwanted emails with the swipe of a finger. While in the inbox, swipe your finger across any message to get a delete button to appear; you can then get rid of the message.

The iphone is wonderful for easily being able to send photos to all your friends and family. You can do this in one of two ways. First, save the picture and attach it to your email. Alternatively, go to Facebook and upload it for all to see.

Social Media

TIP! If you are interested in knowing what the weather forecast will be, then you should know that you switch between the six-day forecast and current weather condition by swiping the phone right or left. You can also just tap anywhere on your Notifications weather bar and go to the Weather app.

As soon as all your social media accounts are linked to your iphone, you will feel a bit more at ease. Now, it’s possible for you to remain linked to your close connections. Social media and iPhones have enabled this; therefore, you need to have an iphone.

Iphone Tips And Tricks To Make Life Easy

TIP! It’s easy to place a call while using Safari to browse the Internet. For example, you may need a dry cleaner, so you begin searching the Internet for one located near you.

There are new applications being released every day for your iphone. There are probably dozens that could help simplify your life, if you knew how to use them. Keep reading this article in order to make your phone a device that can save you a headache rather than giving you one.

TIP! You can use the iPhone to travel from one spot to the next. 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.

If your iphone gets wet, you can dry it with rice. It is fairly common to drop an iphone and get it wet. Rather than using a dryer, dry the phone with some paper towel and place it inside a rice filled ziploc bag. Let it sit overnight to dry out completely.

TIP! Do you get too many notifications? This is a simple way to turn them off. The first step is selecting the settings button, next select the notifications bar.

Did you know that you can use your headphone cord to take a photo? For starters, get the frame of the photo that you want to take. When you are ready to snap the picture, simply push the button. The picture will be taken this way. Saving the picture in your iphone is done just like you do with any other picture.

TIP! Your iPhone can also be used as a mobile storage device by downloading an easy to install app. Upload photos, music or other files with the app.

There are a lot of multimedia capabilities that you can use when you are playing with your iphone. You can use the iphone to view your favorite movie or television show.

Email Accounts

TIP! You are able to take a steady photo easily enough on your iPhone. Just use the volume control that is on the cord of your headphones.

To get your messages, tag email accounts on the iphone. This can be very useful in that it permits you to receive notifications with every incoming message, allowing you to read them instantly. You can pick various email accounts or even just one tagged on your phone.

TIP! If you have gotten your iPhone wet, don’t immediately try to turn it on. Dry the outside well and allow the any internal water to dry overnight.

Most iphone users are savvy with the camera app on their phones. You may find it difficult to sort through the photos you’ve taken after you take a lot of pictures, however. Use your iPhone’s Album feature to organize your pictures into easy-to-manage groups. It will be easy to locate that needed shot when you do this.

TIP! Don’t let your iPhone waste your time with word suggestions. When typing up something and a suggested word distracts you, simply tap your screen to get rid of the box.

You don’t need to tap the X to eliminate the suggestion box that appears when typing if it is annoying you. Just tap the screen at any area and the words will be eliminated.

TIP! You probably already know about the phone’s ability to set time reminders. It gets better! You can also use reminders based on a particular location.

It can be frustrating to lose a great shot because your camera app is too slow to load. Try this easy idea. Double tap Home twice when the screen is in a locked state. Then you’ll see a camera icon at the bottom right. Press the button and your camera is ready to go.

TIP! The Calendar on your iPhone is a great organizational tool. You can make it more efficient by directly adding your events rather than using the + button.

If you need a quick calculation done, make fast use of your iPhone’s calculator function, which can be found under the utilities section. You can use it easily in the usual vertical position or turn your phone horizontally for a sleek scientific calculator look.

TIP! Don’t go overboard when installing new apps. There are many apps available for an iPhone including free apps and those that charge money.

Like many other smartphones, iphone can provide visual information of incoming calls or messages. If you want silent notifications, you can configure your iPhone’s camera to flash and blink when a call or message comes in. From Settings, go to General and then find Accessibility. Turn on “LED Flash for Alerts.”

TIP! Using your iPhone can be really fun and really easy, but there are some aspects of the phone that make it seem tedious. For example, having to scroll up the length of pages can be a pain.

You can get screenshots of websites and other screens with the iphone. Press the home and sleep button together for taking a screenshot. The screen goes white, and that’s how you know you have a screenshot.

TIP! In the iPhone’s Mail app, you can save an email draft to send later by clicking cancel. A popup will appear and ask you if you want to save, delete or cancel the operation.

Don’t go crazy with installing every app you see. There are many apps available for the iphone; some free, some for a fee. Some applications engage in unscrupulous data mining practices or charge you hidden fees.

TIP! There is a way to scroll your contacts without flicking. Hold your finger over the list.

You are able to take a photo with just one hand on the iphone. Focus your picture and press the volume up button. You will find that your photos are of a quality comparable to those taken in a conventional manner.

TIP! Are you in the habit of texting the same people every day? Save these numbers in your favorites. You can use your phone logs–specifically your recent call log and your list of favorites–in order to text or call people.

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 that does not work, press both the Sleep/Wake and Home buttons at the same time. This does a hard reset on your phone and will restart it after a little while.

Visit Facebook from your iphone. Many people already know this, but there are some who are unaware of the phone’s ability to use Facebook.

TIP! There are little tricks to using your iPhone efficiently, and one is knowing how to remove unwanted emails by swiping your finger. 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.

If you’re unable to finish your email and want to save it, press cancel rather than just closing the app. Your iphone will ask you if you want to save your email as a draft. This allows you to finish up your email a later time if you have something to do.

TIP! The iPhone’s versatility makes it great. It can even be used as a universal remote with a BlingTV app.

Minimize the amount of time you spend typing on your iphone. From your settings, select general and then keyboard to add new shortcuts. Taking advantage of this feature enables you to load in any regular word groups that you use on a regular basis. Then, the next time you type, you will not need to type out every letter.

TIP! Have you ever wanted to change your alert tone on your iPhone? Use this method to customize your phone’s alert tones. Go to Settings, then press the Sounds button.

Three ways exist for scrolling through contacts on your iphone. You can select a single letter to go to the names beginning with that letter, use your finger tip to go through the list or press slightly on the list. The last way helps you scroll quickly.

TIP! Take crystal clear pictures with the built in camera in the iphone. The built-in camera helps you to capture a lot of pictures.

Iphone technology is something that most people have been amazed by, at one time or another. Using the suggestions you have just read, you can begin to get the most out of your iphone.