The Right Way To Use Your Iphone

November 7, 2015
AppNews

TIP! You should be sure to update your iPhone each time a new update is available. Keeping your phone updated will ensure that it is loaded with the latest options and software patches.

As an iphone user, you likely realize its tremendous capabilities, though you may not know everything it is truly able to do. This article will provide you with some handy tips that you can use to get even more out of your iphone.

TIP! Siri helps you with reminders that are location based. No longer do you need to give Siri a time to remind you of a specific task.

Getting lost is a thing of the past if you have an iphone with you. The iphone has a great feature that integrates your phone software with GPS so you can see where you are at any given time, as long as you have service. You can find directions home or explore new regions you never considered before.

TIP! Always use a screen protector with your iPhone. Without some protection it is bound to get scratched up.

Keep up on all of the new updates for your phone as they are released. 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. Regular updating forces data storage and backup so you don’t lose everything you find important.

TIP! Is your iPhone simply pestering you with way too many notifications? You’ll find it easy to disable them. The first step is selecting the settings button, next select the notifications bar.

Reduce the brightness of your iphone screen to conserve battery power. The phone has a brightness option within its settings area, and this can be amended easily. At a lower brightness, you’ll find your iphone lasts for a lot longer. This is especially helpful if you know you are going to go a long time between charges.

TIP! It’s not necessary to press the X to get rid of that annoying AutoCorrect suggestion box. Just tap somewhere else on the screen instead.

When using Safari, it only takes a single tap to place a phone call. Suppose you are using the Internet to locate a pharmacy near your home. When you locate the number, you don’t have to visit your phone option to actually place the call. Simply tap the number, and you’re immediately connected to the desired business.

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

It is easy to create your own shortcuts and dictionary on an iphone. A custom dictionary can recognize what it is you wish to say. It is also possible to put in new phrases and shortcuts. In addition, the keyboard can correct you whenever typing words or phrases.

TIP! Your iPhone has a default setting that shows a preview of any incoming messages on your phone’s lock screen. Depending on your personal preference you may find that this feature is helpful or you may not care for it at all.

Be a faster texter by using this simple trick. If you do not want to use the word the dictionary suggests when you are texting with your iphone, you can simply tap anywhere on the screen to dismiss it. You don’t have to tap the “x” that shows up after words.

There are many multimedia capabilities available to your iphone. You can use the iphone to view your favorite movie or television show.

TIP! There is a reset that you can do on your device if it freezes. Hold down the Sleep/Wake button and the Home key at the same time.

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. Just tap the screen anywhere to cancel the suggestion box.

TIP! Keep the firmware updated. This will increase the usability of your device, and it can also increase battery life.

Have you ever lost out on snapping a great photo because the camera app takes too much time to pop up? Luckily, there is a shortcut that will help to speed things up. First, just tap on the Home feature two times while the phone is locked. You should have a little icon for a camera on the screen, along the bottom. Double tap it to start the camera.

TIP! Do not get panicked if your iPhone freezes on you. You can, as a first solution, try the sleep/wake button.

Your iphone has the capability to take screenshots. Simply hold the Home and Sleep buttons simultaneously when you at the screen you want an image of. If you see that your screen has turned white, you have successfully taken a screenshot.

TIP! Your iPhone is a great platform for using Facebook. This is a very handy way to access to Facebook on your iPhone.

With Safari, you can do pretty much all of the things you like to do on your browser on your computer; this includes getting images from the Internet. Tap and hold any pictures you run across that you would like to save. One of the options on the menu that appears when you do this is to send the picture straight to the Camera Roll on your iphone. It’s also easy to copy the image and put it in an email or message this way.

TIP! When typing with your iPhone, setting up word shortcuts can make things much more efficient. Add a shortcut by going to Settings, then General, Keyboard and add a shortcut.

Change the ringtone of your iphone to a tune you like. Separate yourself from everyone else and add your own unique touch to the phone by having your own ringtone. You can upload a favorite sound clip or a song that you love; the possibilities are endless. That will make your iphone show your personality every time you get a call.

TIP! If you are interrupted while composing an email, simply press cancel. The iPhone will then ask if you would like to save the email in your drafts folder.

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. What this means is that you aren’t going to have to hit x all the time.

TIP! The iPhone has an integrated dictionary that is quite comprehensive. This tool can be used in nearly any app.

You are likely aware you can set time-based reminders on your iphone, such as “Remind me to cook dinner at 5 P.M.” What you may not know is that location-based options are available as well. To utilize a location-based reminder, simply speak into your phone. Your iphone can handle all kinds of reminders.

TIP! Your iPhone will also you to very quickly retrieve your iPod and other favored features. Go to where settings is, then general, then home button.

Since you have now finished this article, you are now aware what more you can be doing with your iphone that you perhaps were not before. Now, when you use your iphone next, keep these tips in mind.

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