If you are using your iPhone to the max, you are aware of all the features available. However, not many people know that much about their phone. 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.
You won’t need to worry about ending up on the wrong road with the iPhone. You will be able to see your location with the map feature anytime you are in a service area. This makes it easy to find your way home, or locate somewhere new if you have never been there before.
After you learn how to take pictures using your volume buttons, try using the headphone cord to snap a shot. Steady your hands then press the button on the cord. By doing this, you do not shake the iPhone, which will ensure your shot is clear.
Your iPhone can help you get from one place to another. You could utilize the in-built map facility for finding your way around unknown areas that you are visiting. You can bookmark this map function so that you can easily access it at any moment.
Did you know that any website you visit can be made into an app? Begin by visiting a website in your iPhone’s browser. When there, all you need to do it to press the “Go” button. Doing so means you have the chance to add a shortcut to this website to the home screen of your iPhone. When you see it on the home page, you are able to rename it. Then, you have an app!
By default, your iPhone will show a preview of incoming messages on the lock screen. You might find this annoying rather than convenient. If you are among those who find it bothersome, you can disable it. Choose the Settings menu, go to notifications and then touch messages. Show Preview is the option you want to turn off.
Because it replicates practically all of the functions of an ordinary browser, Safari makes it easy to get images from the Internet onto your iPhone. If you locate a photo that you want to hang onto while browsing, just tap the image and hold. You can save the picture to your camera’s images. There is also the option of using the picture in a message you will send.
Keep firmware updated. This will both make your iPhone more usable and extend the life of its battery. If you use iTunes on your computer, you can use connect your iPhone to the computer and use it to check for updates. Another option is to just use your iCloud application to allow your phone and computer to communicate with each other.
You may take a picture without shaking your iPhone. Just use the volume control that is on the cord of your headphones. Begin by keeping your hand steady on the subject you’re capturing. When you’re ready to take the picture, simply press one of these buttons on your cord.
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. Attempt to dry the outside, and allow the inside moisture to dry out overnight. You can permanently short circuit the phone by activating it when wet.
Your iPhone makes surfing the web easy; however, scrolling back to the beginning of a page can be a bit cumbersome. Fortunately, it isn’t necessary! If you tap the status bar near the top of the screen, you will go right back to the beginning of the page. This works for other long screens (like iTunes lists) too.
To mark messages as unread, it is necessary to locate the hidden command. Go to Details, then select the Unread feature. When you come back to your inbox, the e-mail will show up as unread.
If you have started writing an email but did not get it completed, don’t close the email, click on cancel instead. This will prompt your iPhone to ask if you would like to save this e-mail as a draft. Click yes and you can find your email later in the draft folder.
Save time typing with your iPhone. From the Setting general area, choose Keyboard, and Add New Shortcut. If there are long phrases that you use frequently, you can pre-program them this way. Then, in the future, you do not have to type them all out every time.
With your iPhone, you can take a screenshot whenever the desire strikes you. It is simple; press power and home at the same time. This takes the snapshots of the current display and directly forwards it to the Images area for you.
Your iPhone can be used for sending pictures to all your close acquaintances. You can do this in one of two ways. First, you can save the image and then add it as an attachment to an email, or you can go to your Facebook application and upload it there for everyone to see.
Are most of your text messages sent to the same small group of individuals? Add this core group of names to your favorites section. You can text and call from your recent calls and favorites lists. 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.
The iPhone can enable your life to run a bit smoother, but it only helps if you know how to use it. You should apply these tips to get the most out of your phone.