Items Tagged with iPhone
Dotto Tech | Tech that matters to you.
#50 / 2013-04-11 08:00:00 / 7:33 min.
30/30 is a task timer, similar to the Pomodoro technique. It is a simple application that can hove a profound effect on how productive your day is.
Dotto Tech | Tech that matters to you.
#48 / 2013-03-28 08:00:00 / 9:49 min.
Stop staring at emails you can't deal with now using Mailbox.
Dotto Tech | Tech that matters to you.
#43 / 2013-03-07 08:00:00 / 4:08 min.
Siri, the digital voice assistant from Apple, can perform a lot of tasks but this one takes the cake.
Dotto Tech | Tech that matters to you.
#42 / 2013-02-21 08:00:00 / 6:12 min.
In the last Dotto Demos episode on Evernote, you learned how to share files via Evernote. In this episode, you will learn about three power user tips to help keep you better organized.
Dotto Tech | Tech that matters to you.
#41 / 2013-02-08 15:00:00 / 7:32 min.
Get rid of that keyboard once and for all, at least for some tasks! Dictation software has come a long way in a short time on your Mac, iPhone and iPad.
Dotto Tech | Tech that matters to you.
#24 / 2012-12-10 08:00:00 / 6:04 min.
With Evernote, all of your notes, web clips, files and images are made available on every device and computer you use.
Dotto Tech | Tech that matters to you.
#22 / 2012-12-03 07:00:00 / 10:54 min.
Mindjet MindManager has long been the go-to mind mapping tool by those in the Know. Steve Dotto delivers a terrific how-to introduction to the world of mind mapping and to Mindjet Mindmanager.
Dotto Tech | Tech that matters to you.
#2 / 2012-10-24 12:12:17 / 3:08 min.
30/30 is a terrific little iOS app that helps keep us on task.
Lab Rats
#301 / 2012-05-29 15:45:08 / 16:49 min.
Dropbox has become an incredibly popular cloud storage tool for both individuals and businesses. After you sign up for a Dropbox account, you can install it on your various devices, and share content between your machines. You probably already know that when you drop a file into your Dropbox, it will automatically sync to all of the other computers you have with Dropbox onboard. But there are a few other power tips you can use when using Dropbox!
Lab Rats
#299 / 2012-05-15 15:45:03 / 12:16 min.
Looking to get more out of iOS5 running on your iPhone? Andy and Sean have a few iOS5-specific tips that will help you unlock the power hidden in your phone!
Lab Rats
#298 / 2012-05-08 19:45:28 / 14:25 min.
iPhone photo-sharing app Instagram was recently the big buzz when Facebook bought it for one billion dollars. Never mind the cashola, though...what's Facebook going to do with those pictures? If you're looking for alternatives to this popular photo app, Andy and Sean have just the ticket with apps like Hipstamatic, Pix, PhotoSynth and iPhoto, plus one piece of hardware you should always keep near your iPhone, the Olloclip.
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Lab Rats
#292 / 2011-10-12 17:00:00 / 25:08 min.
In this episode, Andy and Sean take a look at the new products recently released by Apple. They start by taking a look at the new improvements packed into the iPhone 4S and showcase some of the features of iOS 5.
How do I use iOS 5
#3 / 2011-10-12 12:00:00 / 3:03 min.
The way that iOS handled notifications was somewhat obtrusive and upset a large number of users. With iOS 5 users can choose how they get notifications, what applications can issue notification and more. The
new Notification Center
is helpful for staying on track of these alerts and can also be customized so that it always has the information you need when you need it.
How do I use iOS 5
#4 / 2011-10-12 12:00:00 / 2:54 min.
Those who need a little extra help keeping up with their tasks should be pleased with the addition of
Reminders in iOS 5
. This application allows you to set reminders up for the things you need to do, complete with alerts to make sure you don't forget what's important. You can even have these alerts set to go off either by time or, using GPS, by location.
How do I use iOS 5
#5 / 2011-10-12 12:00:00 / 2:02 min.
In this episode we're going to show you the
iMessage application
that's been introduced in iOS 5. This improved messaging app shares some features with the ever-popular BBM, the BlackBerry messaging app, in that it can send messages over data, it shows when messages have been successfully delivered and shows when a contact is responding to your message.
How do I use iOS 5
#1 / 2011-10-12 10:00:00 / 5:09 min.
Apple's newest version of iOS, iOS 5, is going to be the last of the
updates to your iPhone
, iPad or iPod touch that you have to install using a computer. With that being said, this episode is going to focus on how to install the update to your iOS device, back up your information and content, and go through the initial set up and configuration process.
How do I use iOS 5
#2 / 2011-10-12 10:00:00 / 3:58 min.
In this episode, we show you some of the
features and improvements to iOS
that have been introduced with iOS 5. While the user interface remains largely the same, there are several major improvements including the way devices handle notifications, through the Notification Center, how Apple devices allow you to communicate, through iMessage, and much more.
60-Second App - Apple
#125 / 2011-10-11 12:00:00 / 1:34 min.
Schedule Planner is the perfect app for the iPhone user who needs a little extra help staying on track. With its charts, calendars and statistics, this free app will help you keep on top of your tasks and let you know how much of your time you devote to various task categories like transportation or meals.
60-Second App - Apple
#124 / 2011-10-05 12:00:00 / 1:21 min.
Many iPhone users have been disappointed in the past about their phones' inability to take panoramic shots. Enter 360 Panorama, the free iPhone application that makes it easy to take easy, high-quality panoramic photos. It even gives you an easy way to share those photos and upload them to the Internet for the world to see.
60-Second App - Apple
#123 / 2011-09-29 12:00:00 / !:22 min.
If you're the forgetful sort, then you might find yourself spending more time than you need to in the grocery store. Thankfully, there's an app for that, and it's free. Namely, Shopping List Free gives you the ability to create grocery lists which are quickly and easily sorted into itemized lists so that you can quickly get in and get out without leaving anything behind.
Lab Rats
#289 / 2011-09-19 17:00:00 / 25:30 min.
The rise of the iPod (and iPhone) essentially killed the boombox and stereo system. Gone was the need for a CD player/cassette combo. Instead, an adapter was required to somehow get the music off of your iPod and onto your home theater. Thankfully, some industrious people decided to take the iPod experience and build a speaker system around it: hence, the iPod Dock.
Tutorials
#958 / 2011-09-19 09:30:00 / 1:15 min.
In this tutorial, we'll show you
how to multitask on an iPhone
. This feature can prove extremely useful to those who need to access multiple applications at the same time and need to transfer information from one to the other. It's all very intuitive and easy-to-use, as you'll see here.
60-Second App - Apple
#120 / 2011-09-15 12:00:00 / 1:32 min.
If you're tired of flipping through boring old TV guides, then you might want to try the iTV app for iPhone. It's not only a good guide, but a great way to research new and interesting programs. You can even use it to program your home DVR to record shows or notify you when your favorite shows are set to air and keep you informed of all of the latest entertainment news.
Lab Rats
#288 / 2011-09-12 17:00:00 / 24:21 min.
In this episode, Andy and Sean once again dive into the Ask Bag, the place your questions go when you submit them to butterscotch.com. Today's topics run the gamut from how to dual-boot a computer with more than one operating system to basic video editing tricks and codecs.
60-Second App - Apple
#118 / 2011-09-07 12:00:00 / 1:26 min.
Google Places
is a free iPhone app that allows you to quickly find locations of interest around you. You can use it to easily find restaurants, attractions or coffee shops, and see reviews at a glance. You can also see where these locations are on a map and plot directions to get there.
60-Second App - Apple
#117 / 2011-09-01 12:00:00 / 1:23 min.
In this episode, we give you a review of
Whiteboard Lite: Collaborative Drawing
. Thisfree iPhone application
allows you to collaborate with others on artwork via a virtual whiteboard. Changes made on one phone's app are reflected on the other surprisingly quickly.
60-Second App - Apple
#116 / 2011-08-30 12:00:00 / 1:15 min.
Rdio
for iPhone is the perfect app for music lovers of all descriptions. This app allows you to find andstream millions of albums
and share your favorites with friends. While the app itself is free, a subscription to the Rdio service will run you $9.99 per month, well worth it if you're curious to find new and interesting music but aren't interested in buying or downloading it.
How do I print wirelessly
#3 / 2011-08-24 10:00:00 / 2:51 min.
If you've got a printer set up on your home network then it is possible to
print wirelessly from your iPhone
or iPad. This uses a feature called AirPrint that is built right into iOS. The downside is that if you don't have a printer that isAirPrint compatible
then you'll run into problems, but we'll provide a list of compatible hardware here.
How do I print wirelessly
#5 / 2011-08-23 10:00:00 / 9:43 min.
Setting up a printer to
print wirelessly on the home network
can be hard work. Anyone who has ever tried to set up a printer probably know about the difficulties involved. That's why, in this series, we're going to show you how to set up a printer on the home network so that you can use it to print documents wirelessly from your desktop, laptop or even smartphone.
Lab Rats
#285 / 2011-08-22 17:00:00 / 27:21 min.
The benefits of wireless printing are plentiful. The most important would be the ability to print from virtually anywhere on any device. Another major plus is the elimination of cramped spaces and unwanted cables. Although a novel idea, the execution has (thus far anyways) left a lot to be desired.
How do I use a Sonos
#5 / 2011-08-19 10:00:00 / 2:40 min.
There are a number of ways to control your Sonos system. The most obvious is by using a computer, either a desktop or laptop, but there is also a Sonos brand controller. Much more affordable, however, is a mobile app that you can download for your iPhone or iPad through iTunes or to your Android device over the Android Market.
60-Second App - Apple
#113 / 2011-08-16 12:00:00 / 1:21 min.
Deer Hunter: African Safari
pits you in the role of a fearless hunter in the middle of Africa. While the graphics are pretty, you're not there to soak in the sights. Rather, you're there to kill the largest, most exotic animals you can find in order to earn high scores. Play across twodifferent game modes
and exchange your points for upgrades.
How do I use a Sonos
#1 / 2011-08-15 10:00:00 / 4:04 min.
Once you have a
Sonos zone player
, you're only a few steps away from being able towirelessly stream music
through your home. In this episode, we'll walk you through the installation process and introduce you to some of the available products. We'll also show you some of your options for wirelessly controlling your Sonos devices.
How do I use a Sonos
#7 / 2011-08-15 10:00:00 / 20:03 min.
Sonos devices are fairly high-end audio devices that can be used to
listen to music wirelessly
throughout your entire house. You'll need specificSonos players
of course, but once you've got these set up, you can create zones in your house, wirelessly control music, manage playlists and more.
Gadget TV
#262 / 2011-08-12 14:00:00 / 4:16 min.
The software keyboard on the iPhone works surprisingly well for bashing out messages. The onscreen keyboard on the iPad lets you write longer missives. If you want to get down to some serious typing though, you'll need a hardware keyboard like the Verbatim Bluetooth Mobile Keyboard for iPad and iPhone.
60-Second App - Apple
#112 / 2011-08-10 12:00:00 / 1:23 min.
For fans of
horror games and movies
alike, the '80s were a fun time. Now you can relive some of those memories by playingSplatterhouse for the iPhone
. This version of the classic beat-em-up sidescroller features two different modes of play and adjustable difficulty to make it even more entertaining to pound your enemies to a bloody pulp.
60-Second App - Apple
#111 / 2011-08-04 12:00:00 / 1:23 min.
For those of you who
use Firefox to browse the Internet
but own an iPhone, there'sFirefox Home
. Now this isn't a browser but it can be used toimport your browsing history
, preferences and more right into your iPhone for use with Safari. Since it's free, it's worth a download for anyone who uses both Firefox and an iPhone.
60-Second App - Apple
#109 / 2011-07-27 12:00:00 / 1:18 min.
SoundHound
for iPhone is a piece ofmusic recognition software
that records a sample of a song and uses it tofind out what song is playing
. SoundHound can give you the name of the song, album and band, and even provide you with lyrics. SoundHound can even correctly identify your a capella version of Bohemian Rhapsody.
60-Second App - Apple
#108 / 2011-07-21 12:00:00 / 1:16 min.
Post-It notes
had their day, but this is the age oftime management software
. Apps likeTodo
for iPhone allow users to quickly and easily add tasks to their list of things to do andmanage their daily activities
. Don't delay, get Todo today.
60-Second App - Apple
#107 / 2011-07-19 12:00:00 / 1:25 min.
If you have trouble carrying entire bookshelves around, try the
free iBooks app for iPhone
. This app lets youaccess thousands of literary titles
right from your smartphone and allows you tosync your book collection
with any or all of youriOS devices
.
60-Second App - Apple
#105 / 2011-07-07 12:00:00 / 1:09 min.
More than just an app that generates simple static,
White Noise
can actuallygenerate ambient noises
that range from thesounds of gentle rain
to the purring of a cat to distant thunder. These sounds can help drown out outside noise in order tohelp aid sleep
,improve concentration
or simply zone out.
60-Second App - Apple
#104 / 2011-07-05 12:00:00 / 1:15 min.
If you're one of those people who has trouble
remembering tasks
and prioritizing them, then you're likely a human with a pulse. Fortunately, there'sErrands To-Do List
, afree iPhone app
that can help youkeep track of your responsibilities
and get things done in a timely manner.
Android Weekly
#18 / 2011-06-22 12:00:00 / 5:05 min.
In this episode, Google Navigation going offline? Compatibility checks FINALLY make their way into the Android market and $35 for a full featured Android tablet, but you probably can't have one.
Also, Kate Abraham brings us an app that lets you keep on top of the world's news.
Also, Kate Abraham brings us an app that lets you keep on top of the world's news.
60-Second App - Apple
#101 / 2011-06-21 12:00:00 / 1:13 min.
Everyone needs a little help getting their bearings once in a while, but asking for directions can be embarrassing. Avoid all of that by downloading
Navfree GPS Live USA
. Thisfree application
for bothiPhone and iPad
gives you all of the features of aturn-by-turn GPS device
without costing you a dime.
Lab Rats
#278 / 2011-06-20 17:00:00 / 22:45 min.
Ever wished you had better ringtones for your iPhone or Android smartphone, but didn't want to pay your carrier a bunch of money for a short snippet of audio? Andy and Sean take a look at solutions for both the iPhone and Android...and they won't cost you a thing!
Lab Rats
#276 / 2011-06-06 17:00:00 / 24:35 min.
Andy, once again flouting Lab Rats convention, decided to make the switch from the Apple to the Android camp. He's ditched the iPhone 4 and moved over the the reference design Google phone, the Nexus S. The Lab Rats have compiled their top-ten tips for Android switcher or really, anyone trying to come to terms with and get the most out of their shiny new Android phone.
On a related note: Anyone in the market to buy a lightly-used iPhone 4?
On a related note: Anyone in the market to buy a lightly-used iPhone 4?
60-Second App - Apple
#97 / 2011-06-01 12:00:00 / 1:14 min.
The
Dictionary & Thesaurus
app for iPhone can help youexpand your vocabulary
and master English in no time. Thisfree application
combines the best of both Dictionary.com and Thesaurus.com and allows you tolook up words
,check spellings
andsee useful synonyms
all from one app.
Lab Rats
#275 / 2011-05-30 17:00:00 / 26:15 min.
Don't get us wrong, we love the Android platform. Yet, occasionally, it can fall a bit short compared to its long time nemesis - the iPhone. Thankfully, an open platform breeds many solutions. In fact, in some instances we not only found solutions, but also applications that just made the Android experience better than any other. Our list of apps to get the most out of your Android is as follows:
60-Second App - Apple
#95 / 2011-05-24 12:00:00 / 1:17 min.
Hello Vino
is the ultimate app for the frequent or occasionalwine drinker
. Thisfree app for the iPhone
gives you advice onwine pairings
, allows you tofind wines by taste or country
, and even lets you find where to buy wines andsee wine reviews
.
60-Second App - Apple
#94 / 2011-05-18 12:00:00 / 1:07 min.
Cooking Academy for iPhone
is afun and addictive game
that puts you in the role of an aspiring cook who mustcomplete challenges
and boost his skills in order to get top grades at the academy. Using theiPhone's touchscreen and accelerometer
, you'll be asked to grate cheese, dice tomatoes and more, depending on what dish you're trying to make.
Android Weekly
#13 / 2011-05-18 12:00:00 / 6:01 min.
Every year, Google invites developers to attend Google I/O to learn where the big G sees things going. Android has never been better represented than it was this year. We take a look at some of the most interesting Android announcements coming out of Google I/O. We'll cover some some of these developments in-depth in coming episodes, most specifically, Ice Cream Sandwich, the tablet and smartphone Android OS, coming later this year.
We check back in on the location data debacle that has privacy pundits crying foul. Senator Al Franken stepped into the fray, holding a hearing that saw Google and Apple both testifying on location data stored in smartphones and how it's used.
We also look at the Android version of the Netflix app finally bringing streaming Netflix movies and TV shows to Android... at least, a select few Android handsets.
Finally, Kate Abraham brings us her review of the Air Control Lite game.
We check back in on the location data debacle that has privacy pundits crying foul. Senator Al Franken stepped into the fray, holding a hearing that saw Google and Apple both testifying on location data stored in smartphones and how it's used.
We also look at the Android version of the Netflix app finally bringing streaming Netflix movies and TV shows to Android... at least, a select few Android handsets.
Finally, Kate Abraham brings us her review of the Air Control Lite game.
How do I use the new iPad 2
#2 / 2011-05-17 12:00:00 / 3:22 min.
In this episode, we'll show you
how to use the cameras
on thenew Apple iPad 2
to eithertake photos or shoot video
. We'll also show youhow to use the FaceTime application
, which allows you to video call other FaceTime users who own either an iPhone or an iPad 2.
60-Second App - Apple
#90 / 2011-04-28 12:00:00 / 1:08 min.
Those of you who are looking for a good way to
expand your knowledge through trivia
should check outDouble Quiz
for iPhone. This $0.99 app is loaded with more than 1,000trivia questions
and boastsimpressive graphics
and an addictive format.
60-Second App - Apple
#89 / 2011-04-26 12:00:00 / 1:03 min.
There's no reason to be a klutz in the kitchen with an app like this.
Jamie's Recipes for iPhone
is afree application
that allows you tosearch for recipes
chosen by world-class chef Jamie Oliver and even watch videos of Jamie teaching youcooking skills
. There's even agrocery list
to make sure you're always prepared.
60-Second App - Apple
#88 / 2011-04-20 12:00:00 / 1:18 min.
In this episode of
60-Second App
we show you afree application for iPhone
that lets yousave web pages to read later
. Instapaper Free only requires that you set up an Instapaper account anddownload the free app
, after which you'll be able to access yoursaved web pages
whenever you want.
Lab Rats
#270 / 2011-04-18 17:00:00 / 22:23 min.
Just like anything else in your life, your smartphone or tablet device get a bit messy - apps that are running in the background, files clogging up your storage, and gunk on the screen. In this episode, Andy and Sean take a look at a few handy tips for cleaning up your mobile gadgets both internally and externally, with some tips specific to both iPhone and Android users.
60-Second App - Apple
#87 / 2011-04-14 12:00:00 / 1:13 min.
Sharing your location with friends
is easy with the freeGowalla for iPhone app
. This app lets youcheck in to spots
and keep your friends up to date either viaearning badges
and building your reputation.
60-Second App - Apple
#86 / 2011-04-12 12:00:00 / 1:15 min.
If you
play the guitar
and own an iPhone, then theAmpliTube app for iPhone
is perfect for you. This application allows you to usevirtual effects pedals
in the app to transform the sound of your instrument. With a free version available to try you can see for yourself the wide range oftools, amps and pedals
there are available.
Lab Rats
#269 / 2011-04-11 17:00:00 / 24:45 min.
Starting to grow tired of your old iPhone? Thinking you might want to switch to a new Android phone? Andy lists his top five reasons for switching to Android, while Sean offers a few cautions.
Top Secrets - iPhone Edition
#5 / 2011-04-11 16:35:42 / 1:45 min.
In this episode, we'll show you
how to create your own iPhone ringtone
.Using the voice memos application
you canrecord your voice
orrecord a song to use as a ringtone
, then email the memo to yourself and change the file extension before loading it into iTunes. It's a great way toget custom ringtones on your iPhone
quickly and easily.
Top Secrets - iPhone Edition
#4 / 2011-04-11 16:33:11 / 1:27 min.
There are a number of ways that you can
conserve battery power on your iPhone
. In this episode we'll show youhow to turn off Wi-Fi
, adjust your phone'sauto-lock settings
andturn off notifications and push email
. All of these things can furtherextend your iPhone's battery life
.
Top Secrets - iPhone Edition
#3 / 2011-04-11 16:31:22 / 1:08 min.
The
Google Voice app for iPhone
allows you tomake calls from your iPhone
using your Google Voice number topreserve your privacy
. You can also send texts and turn on ado not disturb mode
that sends calls to your Google Voice number straight to your voicemail. We'll show you how to do all that and more in this episode.
Top Secrets - iPhone Edition
#2 / 2011-04-11 16:29:15 / 1:12 min.
When
using Safari
tobrowse the Internet on your iPhone
, you might want toopen a link in a new window
. In this episode, we'll show you how to do just that as well as how tocopy link URLs
orshare links via email or MMS
. We'll also show you how to make a bookmark to your most frequently visited pages.
Top 10 free and top 10 paid iPhone apps
#3 / 2011-04-11 16:09:00 / 3:14 min.
Though we've talked about a lot of
free iPhone applications
that are great apps, in this episode, we're going to be listing the first five of ourtop 10 paid-for iPhone apps
. These ones all check in at less than three dollars, which is agreat deal
for any one of theseawesome iPhone applications
.
Top 10 free and top 10 paid iPhone apps
#4 / 2011-04-11 16:00:00 / 3:06 min.
In this episode, we conclude our series on the
best iPhone apps
by showing you the last five of ourtop 10 paid iPhone apps
. In this lineup, we've got apps that will help youconvert units
for all sorts of purposes,record a virtual diary
,track flights
and more.
Top 10 free and top 10 paid iPhone apps
#2 / 2011-04-11 09:00:00 / 3:20 min.
We wrap up our
top 10 free iPhone apps
list with five more top-notch applications. From making it easier tokeep track of your Twitter feed
toediting your photos
, these apps are some of the best options out there in their respective fields. Since they're allfree iPhone applications
, you can try them all out without spending a cent.
Top Secrets - iPhone Edition
#1 / 2011-04-11 09:00:00 / 1:25 min.
If you ever want to
get directions on your iPhone
, then theMaps app
is what you'll want to use. In this episode, we give you sometips on using Google Maps
from your iPhone including how toget public transportation directions
,see travel time with traffic information
, and more.
Tutorials
#901 / 2011-04-08 09:30:00 / 2:03 min.
There's a way you can
turn your Mac into a Wi-Fi hotspot
by toggling a couple of settings in yourSystem Preferences
. This can be helpful if you've got anEthernet connection
but want toget online with a wireless device
. We'll show you how in this tutorial.
Tutorials
#899 / 2011-04-06 09:30:00 / 1:14 min.
Having your
contacts organized by groups
can save you lots of time and makefinding your contacts
much easier. In this tutorial, we'll show youhow to create groups
in theApple Address Book
application and show you how toorganize your contacts
into groups so they are easier to find.
Tutorials
#898 / 2011-04-05 09:30:00 / 2:07 min.
You can use a portion of any of your
iTunes songs
tocreate a ringtone for your iPhone
as we'll show you in this tutorial. We'll walk you through the process step by step so that you canmake ringtones out of your favorite songs
, sound effects, speeches or what have you.
60-Second App - Apple
#84 / 2011-03-31 12:00:00 / 1:16 min.
The
Email 'n Walk app for iPhone
grants multitasking techies the ability to see in front of them whilecomposing emails
. The app uses the maincamera of the iPhone
to show you what's going on in front of you. Over top of that is a keyboard as well as a translucent area where you can enter a subject and compose an email.
Lab Rats
#267 / 2011-03-28 17:00:00 / 24:50 min.
There have been a few changes in the world of GPS since we last tried explaining it with melons and tomatoes. This time out Sean and Andy look at the different types of GPS technology out there, show off some examples, and explain how people are using different types of GPS devices for different applications.
Staying on budget with your iPhone
#5 / 2011-03-25 08:30:00 / 1:19 min.
In our last episode, we showed you how to track your mileage, now we'll show you how to
track billable hours
using theHours Tracker
app for iPhone. This app is perfect forcontract employees
or those who want totrack hours spent on projects
. It can even be used totrack multiple jobs
and give you asummary of hours worked
and money earned.
Staying on budget with your iPhone
#4 / 2011-03-24 08:30:00 / 1:12 min.
In this episode we'll show you how the
Mileage Log app for iPhone
can help you totrack your mileage
onbusiness trips
. This can be handy if you happen to make numerousbusiness-related trips
and need tokeep a log of your travels
and keep your expenses in order. The app also makes it easy for you tomake trip templates
and export your records as CSV or PDF files.
60-Second App - Apple
#82 / 2011-03-23 12:00:00 / 1:16 min.
If you've ever said to yourself, "I wish I knew how that worked," then you might want to check out the
free HowStuffWorks application for iPhone
. This handy app gives you access to all sorts ofcontent from HowStuffWorks.com
likearticles, podcasts and videos
. It's the perfect go-to app for curious personalities.
Staying on budget with your iPhone
#3 / 2011-03-23 08:30:00 / 0:56 min.
If you're getting headaches trying to
figure out your tax return
, you might want to save yourself some aggravation by using theTaxCaster application for iPhone
. This app can give you a pretty goodestimate of your tax return
once you enter yourfinancial information
and yourliving situation
, though it's not 100 per cent accurate.
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#463 / 2011-03-22 09:34:01 / 4:00 min.
At ShowStoppers leading up to CTIA 2011, we learned about UnityRemote. While we haven't had a chance to test it out, the concept sounds solid and intriguing. Using your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad, UnityRemote figures out your whole home theater set up and replaces the remote clutter. The little IR transmitter sends out IR 360 degrees so no matter where your devices are, they're in the line of sight. It connects to your iDevice (coming soon to Android) via Bluetooth and offers all the customization options you'd expect in an iOS app.
Staying on budget with your iPhone
#2 / 2011-03-22 08:30:00 / 1:21 min.
If you want to
stay on top of your bills
, then theBill Minder app for iPhone
is a great application to use. For $1.99, it willtrack your bills
on a month-to-month basis, allow you tosort your bills by category
, and view reports on your payments. You can also view your payment history so you know what you paid and when.
Lab Rats
#266 / 2011-03-21 17:00:00 / 25:11 min.
Andy and Sean take a look at what's involved in rooting the Android smartphone - a process of gaining admin access to the back end of the phone, which allows greater access for modifying the phone's operating system and carrier - talk about the pros and cons of doing so, and show you one easy way to root your phone.
Staying on budget with your iPhone
#1 / 2011-03-21 08:30:00 / 1:37 min.
If you own an iPhone and want an easy way to
keep track of your debts
and pay them off in a timely manner, then you should try theDebt Free iPhone app
. This app uses thesnowball method of debt reduction
topay your debts off
as quickly as possible. You can alsoview financial reports
andget notifications of when your debts are due
.
Finding local deals using your iPhone
#6 / 2011-03-18 08:31:00 / 4:33 min.
In this series we'll show you five apps for the iPhone that can help you
find local deals
andsave money while shopping
. FromYelp
to Groupon these apps can help youfind discounts at local businesses
or, like RedLaser, scan products to make sure you'regetting the best deal
. These deals can range fromcoupons for restaurants
todiscounts on hotels
and more.
Finding local deals using your iPhone
#5 / 2011-03-18 08:30:00 / 1:14 min.
If you're a
AAA member
, then you might not know that you canget discounts at shops and businesses
beyond simplerestaurants and hotels
. Even sporting goods stores and department stores can offerdeals to AAA members
. With theAAA Discounts app for iPhone
, you can find local deals and evenget driving directions
.
Finding local deals using your iPhone
#4 / 2011-03-17 08:30:00 / 1:11 min.
Groupon is an online service
that offersdaily deals
that are specific to your city. These deals can often range fromdiscounts at restaurants
tosporting events tickets
tospa treatments
. Now with theGroupon iPhone application
you canbuy these coupons from your iPhone
, use your phone to present coupons when you're using them orshare deals with friends
.
60-Second App - Apple
#81 / 2011-03-16 12:00:00 / 1:14 min.
Foursquare is a location-based service
that allows you toshare your activities with friends
and the world. With thefree Foursquare app on your iPhone
, you cancheck in to locations
and even share your check-ins over Twitter. Check in frequently to receiveFoursquare rewards
and accolades.
How do I use GPS
#3 / 2011-03-16 09:00:00 / 5:29 min.
While a
dedicated GPS device
has the benefit of being made strictly for navigation and often comes bundled with aGPS car kit
, manysmartphones offer GPS functionality
compared to the dedicated devices. In this episode, we'll tell you some of thebenefits of using smartphone GPS services
and explain how to usesmartphones as in-car GPS units
.
Finding local deals using your iPhone
#3 / 2011-03-16 08:30:00 / 1:06 min.
If you find that you've accumulated a lot of
membership cards and reward cards
like those found ingrocery clubs
orfrequent flyer programs
, then you might want to look into CardStar. TheCardStar application for iPhone
can be used toscan loyalty cards
or to enter numbers manually so that information can all be accessed from the same place.
Finding local deals using your iPhone
#2 / 2011-03-15 08:30:00 / 1:07 min.
In this episode, we'll show you how the
RedLaser app for the iPhone
can help youshop smarter
andfind deals
on all sorts of products. RedLaser allows you toscan product barcodes or QR codes
and will automaticallylook products up online
to see if you'regetting the best deals
.
Finding local deals using your iPhone
#1 / 2011-03-14 08:30:00 / 1:09 min.
While many know of Yelp and how it can help you
find local businesses
,the Yelp app for iPhone
also has a feature that will help youfind specials and promotions
atlocal shops
near your current location. This is a quick and easy way to find out when there are deals available near you.
Introducing the Boxee box
#11 / 2011-03-11 10:01:00 / 2:16 min.
The Boxee remote is a handy way to
control the Boxee software
but iPhone users have another option in theBoxee remote application
. This allows you tocontrol your Boxee from your iPhone
so long as they are on the same network, which is much easier than hooking up amouse and keyboard
. We'll show youhow to download and use the iPhone Boxee remote app
in this episode.
Accessing YouTube from your iPhone
#5 / 2011-03-11 09:00:00 / 1:17 min.
In our last episode of this series, we'll show you how to
customize your YouTube iPhone app
so that you always have access to the features you use most. The buttons at the bottom will act asshortcuts to YouTube menus
but you can change these in yourapplication settings
so that you canaccess whatever videos you want to watch
quickly and easily.
Accessing YouTube from your iPhone
#4 / 2011-03-10 09:00:00 / 1:15 min.
Even though there are so many
videos on YouTube
, you might find yourself watching the same ones over and over again. In this episode, we'll show youhow to find new YouTube videos
using the YouTube iPhone app
so you can find some original content. We'll also show you how toview and manage your favorite videos
.
60-Second App - Apple
#80 / 2011-03-09 12:00:00 / 1:22 min.
The
TETRIS application for the iPhone
is a great way to relive theclassic puzzle game
without having to lug around aretro GameBoy
. This version is very similar to theoriginal TETRIS
but does allow for a new mode of play called Magic mode where you fulfill tasks and use power-ups. You can also play the originalMarathon mode
and check your stats at any time.
Accessing YouTube from your iPhone
#3 / 2011-03-09 09:00:00 / 1:22 min.
Finding popular videos
using theiPhone YouTube application
is easy. You can either select Featured to see some of thefeatured YouTube videos
that are currently playing or you can tap Most Viewed. The Most Viewed section will allow you to sortvideos by most viewed of all time
, of the week or of the day.
Accessing YouTube from your iPhone
#2 / 2011-03-08 09:00:00 / 1:35 min.
Much like you can on the YouTube website, you can easily
create video playlists
orsubscribe to video channels
using theYouTube iPhone application
. This way, if the user posts a video, you'll always know when a new one goes up. We'll show you how it works in this episode.
Using the Flickr app for iPhone
#5 / 2011-03-04 09:00:00 / 1:48 min.
In our last episode on
using Flickr on your iPhone
, we'll show youhow to add a new photo or video to Flickr
. You can choose toupload a photo or video
from your iPhone's memory or take a new one and upload it on the spot. While uploading, you can also choose toadd a title and description, add tags
, a location and more.
Using the Flickr app for iPhone
#4 / 2011-03-03 09:00:00 / 1:21 min.
The Flickr iPhone app makes it easy to
find your friends' Flickr photos
using a couple of different methods. You can do a generalphoto search on Flickr
tofind photos
that relate to your chosen topic or you cansearch through your contacts
or your own photo stream. Once you find what you're looking for you canleave a comment, favorite that photo
or save them for later.
60-Second App - Apple
#79 / 2011-03-02 12:00:00 / 1:15 min.
The share your photos over Twitter, name your photos and
flickr sendr app for the iPhone
allows you toinstantly upload photos
to yourshare your photos over Twitter, name your photos and tag your photos
to make them easier to find. You can also choose to have your photos geotagged
automatically so you can see where you took them or have them automatically resized for faster uploading.
Using the Flickr app for iPhone
#3 / 2011-03-02 09:00:00 / 1:52 min.
While
using Flickr
, you might want toorganize your photos into sets
, which are like albums, oredit the details of your photos
. We'll show you how to not onlycreate photo sets
and add photos to them, but also toedit the information on your photos
. You can do this at any time to edit your photo descriptions,add tags for organizing your photos
and more.
Tutorials
#888 / 2011-03-01 09:30:00 / 1:33 min.
You can
lock your iPhone
with either anumeric or alphanumeric code
tokeep your iPhone files secure
at all times. This is great for any time that you want toadd an extra measure of security
like when you're in asharing space in a workplace or with roommates
and you want to be absolutely sure that youriPhone privacy is protected
.
Using the Flickr app for iPhone
#2 / 2011-03-01 09:00:00 / 1:38 min.
The best part about
using Flickr
is being able to view all of your friends' photos, which is why in this episode, we'll be showing you how tobrowse your friends' albums
using the Flickr app for iPhone
. While viewing your friends' photos, you can also choose to favorite a photo orcomment on their photos
that you like.
Tutorials
#886 / 2011-02-25 09:30:00 / 1:03 min.
If you need to set the
parental restrictions and controls on an iPhone
, then you can access themusing your iPhone Settings
. Once in theparental restrictions
menu, you'll be able torestrict access to the camera
or choose torestrict TV shows, movies and even apps
. We'll show you how in this tutorial.
Customizing your Tumblr account
#5 / 2011-02-25 09:00:00 / 1:46 min.
In our final episode on
customizing your Tumblr account
, we'll show you someadvanced options in the Tumblr iPhone app
. There are plenty of advanced features in the Tumblr app including ways that you can post at a later date, post to a different Tumblr account or evenmake your posts private
. You can also send your posts to Twitter if you so choose.
Tutorials
#885 / 2011-02-24 09:30:00 / 1:08 min.
If you
use Google Latitude for your iPhone
, then you can use it to not onlyupdate your friends
as to where you are but also tofind out where your iPhone is
if it goes missing. Whether youriPhone is lost or stolen
, you'll be able to see where it is onGoogle Maps
just by logging in to yourGoogle Latitude account
.
Customizing your Tumblr account
#4 / 2011-02-24 09:00:00 / 1:34 min.
The
free Tumblr app for your iPhone
makes it easy to quicklyshare text, photos and URLs
from wherever you are. It's easy to use and with a few taps you caninstantly post to your Tumblr account
while on the go. Once you hit Post, you'll be able to see your posted item on Tumblr, as will all of yourTumblr followers
.
Tutorials
#884 / 2011-02-23 09:30:00 / 1:29 min.
In this episode, we'll tell you
how to find files on your iPhone
using Spotlight search. By default,Spotlight search
will help youfind files ranging from applications to emails
. However, there are things that you can do tohide certain types of files
or change the order of yoursearch results
.
How do I - Shoot better videos
#2 / 2011-02-22 10:00:00 / 5:45 min.
While this series is about
shooting better quality video
, a large part of your video's quality comes from its audio.Poor audio quality
can be a distraction and can detract from even the best videos that youshoot in HD
. In this episode, we'll go over the importance ofquality audio in your videos
and tell you how you canimprove the quality of your audio
usingaudio accessories and microphones
.
Tutorials
#883 / 2011-02-22 09:30:00 / 1:31 min.
If you find it hard to
manage your contact list on your iPhone
, then you might be interested to know that you cangroup your iPhone's contacts
. They aren't groups per se but they do allow you to quicklyaccess multiple contacts
from the same entry. We'll show you how to do that as well as how tosync your contacts with the Facebook app
and how toadd pictures to contacts
.
How do I - Shoot better videos
#1 / 2011-02-21 10:00:00 / 6:10 min.
The
type of video camera
that you use greatly affects thequality of your video
. While there are manyvideo cameras and devices
that you can use torecord video
, like aniPhone, cell phone or digital camera
, unless you've got a device that's dedicated to shooting video then quality is going to take a hit.Digital camcorders
are your best bet, but we'll talk about your different options in this episode.
60-Second App - Apple
#77 / 2011-02-16 12:00:00 / 1:09 min.
If you've ever wanted to turn your
iPhone into a heart rate monitor
(who hasn't?) then we've got an app for you. ThePulse Phone iPhone application
allows your iPhone tocheck your heart rate
simply byusing the iPhone's camera
. You can save your results in the history section and go back to review them whenever you want.
Tutorials
#881 / 2011-02-15 09:30:00 / 1:19 min.
In this episode, we show you
how to record voice memos on the iPhone
. These memos can be saved for later and you can play back any memo that you've recorded oredit your voice memos
from theVoice Memos app
. This is a great way to take down notes without having to type anything.
Tutorials
#879 / 2011-02-11 09:30:00 / 1:15 min.
With all of the great
applications available for iPhone
, you may find yourself needing tomanage your applications
by removing some for later use. With youriTunes account
, you canremove an app from your iPhone
and still have it available to install at a later date. We'll show youhow to sync your iPhone apps with iTunes
andadd or remove applications from your iPhone
in this tutorial.
Hootsuite for iPhone
#10 / 2011-02-11 09:00:00 / 1:35 min.
In the last episode of our series on
how to use Hootsuite for iPhone
, we'll show youhow to use Facebook from your iPhone
. While it's not much more complicated thanusing Twitter on your iPhone
, the Facebook functions allow you to not only check out places on the Internet, but also comment on posts, add or follow friends and more.
Tutorials
#878 / 2011-02-10 09:30:00 / 1:09 min.
Sending emails or messages to multiple contacts
is easy to do on the iPhone. Whether you're using theMail or the Messaging application
, the theory is the same, and you can easilyadd multiple contacts
by selecting them from yourcontact list
, using their real name or inputting theirphone number or email address
. We'll walk you through it in this tutorial.
Hootsuite for iPhone
#9 / 2011-02-10 09:00:00 / 1:19 min.
If you're a Twitter maniac, then you might be looking for a quick way to
reply, retweet or favorite tweets from your iPhone
. Fortunately, Hootsuite provides just such a service making it easy to not onlyview your Twitter feed
but also reply to interesting tweets. You can alsotranslate tweets to English
or to different languages, which makes for even more tweets to catch up on.
60-Second App - Apple
#76 / 2011-02-09 12:00:00 / 1:06 min.
In this episode of
60-Second App
, we show you theIncrediBooth app for the iPhone
. This app is bound to bring feelings of nostalgia to some users as it allows you to simulate the oldphoto strips
that you'd get fromphoto booths
in shopping malls. With three different shooting modes, the ability to easilyshare photos over Facebook or email
, and a $0.99 price tag, this is a hard app to pass up.
Hootsuite for iPhone
#8 / 2011-02-09 09:00:00 / 1:35 min.
In this episode, we show you
how to manage your contacts using Hootsuite
. TheHootsuite iPhone application
makes it easy tofind Twitter users
and then allows you tofollow or unfollow them on Twitter
, send out a message and more. We'll show you how tofind contacts using Hootsuite
and show you how to manage the contacts and lists that you already have.
Hootsuite for iPhone
#7 / 2011-02-08 09:00:00 / 1:31 min.
Posting to multiple social networks simultaneously
is easy when you'reusing Hootsuite. While making a post, you can select Facebook
, Twitter or Foursquare
and even select multiple accounts
from each. You can also choose toadd a picture
,translate your post
and more.
Tutorials
#875 / 2011-02-07 09:30:00 / 1:14 min.
These days, most people have
multiple email addresses
so it only makes sense that you'd be able toadd multiple email accounts to your iPhone
. In this episode, we'll show you how to do just that and show you how tomanage your various email accounts
from your iPhone. It's a pretty simple process that makeskeeping up with your email accounts
a piece of cake.
Hootsuite for iPhone
#6 / 2011-02-07 09:00:00 / 1:57 min.
In this episode, we'll show you
how to add columns on Hootsuite
. Columns can be added to each of your various services such asFacebook, Twitter and Foursquare
so that you canorganize your information streams
better. We'll also show you how todelete columns
and organize your tabs.
Hootsuite for iPhone
#5 / 2011-02-04 09:00:00 / 1:35 min.
Using Hootsuite to check in to locations
on yourFoursquare
account is just as easy as using Foursquare itself. You can even quickly and easilyupdate your Twitter or Facebook accounts
at the same time. We'll show you how Hootsuite makes it easy to find andcheck in to your location
in this episode.
Hootsuite for iPhone
#4 / 2011-02-03 09:00:00 / 1:31 min.
If you want to
search for topics on Hootsuite
, it's as easy as doing atopic search on Twitter
. In the same way as with Twitter, you'llsee trending topics
and have the option of searching for your own topic. You can evensave your searches
for later reference and we'll show you how in this episode.
60-Second App - Apple
#75 / 2011-02-02 12:00:00 / 1:14 min.
Although its previous incarnation was taken down by Apple a while back,
GV Mobile+
is now available and allowsiPhone users
to connect to theirGoogle Voice account through their iPhone
. This means that they cansync with their Google Voice account
, make andreceive calls and text messages through Google Voice
, and more.
Hootsuite for iPhone
#3 / 2011-02-02 09:00:00 / 1:23 min.
If you're a
Twitter user
who enjoysusing Twitter lists
, then you'll want to know how to access those lists from Hootsuite. In this episode, we'll show you how toadd Twitter lists to Hootsuite
using multipleTwitter accounts
and show you how to keep them organized.
Hootsuite for iPhone
#2 / 2011-02-01 09:00:00 / 1:39 min.
Now that you've added your
social networking accounts to Hootsuite
, you should know that you canorganize the order that your feeds appear
. If you want yourFacebook, Twitter or Foursquare
account to be shown at the top, we'll show you how to do that. We'll also show you how toreorganize the feeds
within these services so that you can quickly see the information that's most important to you.
60-Second App - Apple
#72 / 2011-01-25 12:00:00 / 1:15 min.
A much better reminder than tying a string around your finger,
Evernote for the iPhone
allows you towrite yourself reminders
for all sorts of things ranging fromideas to shopping lists
. You can eventake photos with your notes
oradd voice notes
if you want to yell at yourself for forgetting something.
How Do I take better photos with the iPhone 4
#5 / 2011-01-21 10:00:00 / 2:24 min.
Now that you know
how to use your iPhone 4 camera
andmanage your photos
it's only fair that we show you somefree applications
that you can use to play with your photos. Applications like Camera+ add features not found in theCamera application
while others likeCameraBag, Hipstamatic and TiltShift
allow you to turn your photos into works of art.
How Do I take better photos with the iPhone 4
#4 / 2011-01-20 10:00:00 / 2:02 min.
In this episode we show you
how to use the iPhone 4 flash
as well as theiPhone 4's high dynamic range
feature. While you probably know what a flash is you may not knowwhat high dynamic range is
. This is a feature that rapidly takes two photos and combines them so that your pictures will show both lighter and darker areas.
60-Second App - Apple
#71 / 2011-01-19 12:00:00 / 1:17 min.
In this episode, we show you the
VEVO application for the iPhone
. VEVO is afree iPhone application
that allows you tosearch for music videos
,create music video playlists
and see all the hottest chart-topping hits. While it is supported by ads, it's hard to complain when you're able toeasily access music videos
from wherever you are.
How Do I take better photos with the iPhone 4
#3 / 2011-01-19 10:00:00 / 1:53 min.
Now that you know how to
take photos with your iPhone 4
it's time to show youhow to manage your photos
. In this episode we show youhow to organize your photos
and how totransfer your photos
over to your computer. This is an easy process whether you'reusing iTunes on your Mac
or the photo software of your choice on your PC.
How Do I take better photos with the iPhone 4
#2 / 2011-01-18 10:00:00 / 1:55 min.
In this episode we'll tell you
how to take photos with your iPhone 4
. We'll show youhow to use the Camera application
to take pictures using both thefront and back cameras on the iPhone
and how tofocus on subjects
,zoom in and out
andswitch between videos and stills
. We'll be focusing on still photography in this episode and save video for a future series.
How Do I take better photos with the iPhone 4
#6 / 2011-01-17 10:01:00 / 8:34 min.
In this series we show you
how to use the iPhone 4 camera
. While there aretwo cameras on the iPhone 4
, the rear one is the primary camera and allows you to shoot5-megapixel photos
with a flash orhigh density range
turned on. We'll show you how to do all that and more, and at the end we'll even suggest somephotography apps for the iPhone
for you to try out.
How Do I take better photos with the iPhone 4
#1 / 2011-01-17 10:00:00 / 1:06 min.
In our first episode we'll explain the
specifications of the iPhone 4 camera
. While we'll talk a bit about the front camera which is used mostly forFaceTime on the iPhone 4
, the rear camera is the meat of the meal allowing you toshoot 5-megapixel photos
,take HD video
and more. This one also comes equipped with a flash and cantake pictures in high dynamic range
.
Sharing your photos with Instagram
#5 / 2011-01-14 09:00:00 / 1:45 min.
In our last episode on
how to use Instagram
, we'll show you how to use yourNews page
andupdate your profile
. The News page is where you go to seefriend requests
and who's following you. The profile page is where you go to edit your profile,delete photos
orchange privacy settings
. We'll show you how to navigate both of these menus in this tutorial.
Sharing your photos with Instagram
#4 / 2011-01-13 09:00:00 / 1:20 min.
In this episode, we'll tell you how to
like or comment on photos
whenusing Instagram
. Just like in Facebook you can choose to like and comment on photos, and if you go to yourFeed page
you can see what's new with your friends. Click Popular toview popular pictures
. We'll tell you more in this episode.
Sharing your photos with Instagram
#3 / 2011-01-12 09:00:00 / 1:32 min.
Here, we show you how to
share photos with your friends
using Instagram
. Once you configure your various services, you can share your photos usingTwitter, Flickr, Facebook, Tumblr and Foursquare
. This makes it easy tokeep friends updated
as to what you're doing and where.
Sharing your photos with Instagram
#2 / 2011-01-11 09:00:00 / 1:11 min.
If you want to Facebook
or Twitter. That way, you can easily
share photos
, then its much easier if you have friends to share them with. That's why in this episode, we'll show youhow to add friends on Instagram
in a number of ways, including throughshare photos with your friends
or even view your friends' photos.
Sharing your photos with Instagram
#1 / 2011-01-10 09:00:00 / 1:08 min.
Before you start
using Instagram
, you'll need tocreate an Instagram account
. This process is quick and easy and mostly just requires you toadd an email address
andchoose a username and password
so you can startsharing photos on Instagram
. We'll show you how to set up your account and how toadd a profile picture
in this episode.
Using Netflix to rent movies
#5 / 2010-12-31 09:00:00 / 1:43 min.
In this episode, we show you how to
watch Netflix videos on your iPhone
using the Netflix application
. We'll also talk a little bit more about the variousNetflix-enabled devices
so that you canstream Netflix videos
whenever you want.
How do I use iOS 4.2 on the iPad
#6 / 2010-12-24 10:01:00 / 11:29 min.
In this series we'll show you bought your iPad chances are that it came with a version of iOS 3. The
how to upgrade your iPad
to iOS 4.2 and show you some of thenew features of iOS 4.2
. When you firstbought your iPad chances are that it came with a version of iOS 3. The new firmware
is a great improvement and allows you to multitask on your iPad
, use AirPlay
and more. We'll show you all of the key improvements of iOS 4.2
over these five episodes.
How do I use iOS 4.2 on the iPad
#5 / 2010-12-24 10:00:00 / 2:30 min.
In this episode we show you how to
use Find My iPhone
, an app that can be used to remotelylocate your iPhone
. This app can also be installed on your iPad to help youfind your lost iPad
and send it a message or make it ring out. You can also use this application toremotely lock your iPad
or even toclear all data remotely
in case your device was stolen.
60-Second App - Apple
#62 / 2010-12-21 12:00:00 / 1:13 min.
In this
holiday episode
of60-Second App
, we show youSuper Dance Elf Christmas
, an app that allows you tocreate dancing elves using photos
of your family and friends. Once you create an elf, you can alsoshare your dancing elf
with others, spreading Christmas chuckles and holiday cheer all around.
Tutorials
#856 / 2010-12-02 09:30:00 / 2:10 min.
If you need to
create reminders for yourself
on a regular basis, then maybe you should check outRemindMe for the Android
. It's great for setting reminders for yourself aboutupcoming events
ortasks to be completed
. What's more, it's free.
Tutorials
#855 / 2010-12-01 09:30:00 / 1:40 min.
In this tutorial, we show you
how to use RemindMe
, afree reminder application
for your iPhone. ThisiPhone app
allows you tocreate reminders
for yourself so you don't have to worry about forgetting important details.Create to-do lists
,grocery lists
or whatever you want using RemindMe.
Top Secrets: Finding eBay deals
#3 / 2010-12-01 09:00:00 / 1:16 min.
It should come as no surprise to know that eBay has applications available for
Android, BlackBerry and Apple devices
so that you canuse eBay on your mobile
. We show you the apps that you can use to take eBay with you on the road so you canplace bids
andget alerts
while away from your computer.
Breaking news tutorials
#86 / 2010-11-23 14:12:01 / 1:23 min.
Apple has released iOS 4.2, a software update for the iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch. This update brings some new features to all the platforms like AirPrint, AirPlay, a free way to find your device, and more. Perhaps the most awaited feature;
multitasking on the iPad
. Stay tuned for our How Do I? series on installing and using the iOS 4.2 update on the iPad.
Tutorials
#849 / 2010-11-23 09:30:00 / 2:40 min.
By default the iPhone doesn't allow you to have
group recipients
set up for your emails. However, it is possible toset up contacts
withmultiple email addresses
separated by commas, thus allowing you tosend emails to multiple recipients
. We'll show you how to set them up in this episode.
Tutorials
#846 / 2010-11-18 09:30:00 / 1:26 min.
If you've ever heard the
term API
used on the Internet, you may not have known that it stood forApplication Programming Interface
. This is code that allows applications toaccess data
from other applications, like Twitter in our example. Without an API it wouldn't be possible toaccess Twitter
except through the website.
Going Mobile
#37 / 2010-11-15 12:00:00 / 5:10 min.
In the United States, folks are gearing up for the Thanksgiving Day holiday. We try to help. Last week, we looked at five free recipe programs for the Android phone. This week, we're going to look at five free Thanksgiving games for the iPhone. Now you'll have something to keep everyone out of the kitchen.
How Do I use AppleTV
#11 / 2010-11-12 10:01:00 / 3:31 min.
In this bonus episode, we show you how to set up your
iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch
as yourAppleTV remote
. It's a simple process that requires you to download theRemote application
to your mobile device and log on with yourApple ID
. We'll show you how in this episode.
iPad and iPhone accessibility options
#6 / 2010-11-05 09:01:00 / 1:32 min.
Some of the
accessibility options
available on theiPad and iPhone
can easily be toggled on or off with a triple-click of the Home button. We show you how toturn on Triple-click Home
in this episode.
iPad and iPhone accessibility options
#5 / 2010-11-05 09:00:00 / 1:32 min.
While
turning on monaural audio
may not sound like an attractive option, usually it can make it easier to hearspeech, audiobooks and podcasts
. We show you how toturn on mono audio
on youriPad or iPhone
in this episode, as well as how to turn onSpeak Auto-text
.
iPad and iPhone accessibility options
#4 / 2010-11-04 09:00:00 / 1:20 min.
People with certain
eye conditions and visual impairments
will have aneasier time reading
white text off of a black screen. Generally, digital text will be black on white but both theiPhone and the iPad
have aWhite on Black
option to reverse this.
iPad and iPhone accessibility options
#3 / 2010-11-03 09:00:00 / 1:28 min.
Both the
iPad and the iPhone
have the ability tozoom or magnify the screen
to make it easier to read. This is a handyaccessibility feature
for anyone withvisual problems
, so we'll show you how to use it in this episode.
iPad and iPhone accessibility options
#2 / 2010-11-02 09:00:00 / 2:14 min.
If you're an
iPad or iPhone user
who has trouble seeing the screen, then you may find theVoiceOver feature
handy. VoiceOver willread selected text aloud
on your iPad or iPhone device, which can be very helpful in certain situations. We'll show youhow to use VoiceOver
in this episode.
iPad and iPhone accessibility options
#1 / 2010-11-01 09:00:00 / 1:08 min.
In this first episode we'll give you a general overview of some of the
accessibility options
available on theiPhone and the iPad
. We'll show youhow to access accessibility features
and show you what options there are available to you.
Expand your iPhone use using myPhoneDesktop
#5 / 2010-10-15 09:00:00 / 2:42 min.
In this episode we show you
how to use myPhoneDesktop
tosend images to your iPhone
. You can choose to either display the pictures, copy the pictures orsave pictures to your iPhone
directly. This can save you time and makesharing images with your iPhone
even easier.
Expand your iPhone use using myPhoneDesktop
#4 / 2010-10-14 09:00:00 / 2:15 min.
Using myPhoneDesktop
tosend text and URLs
from yourcomputer to your iPhone
can save you a lot of time. Long and complicated URLs can easily be shared with your iPhone allowing you toopen the URL in Safari
or just copy it for later use. Large blocks of text can be transferred over in a similar manner.
Expand your iPhone use using myPhoneDesktop
#3 / 2010-10-13 09:00:00 / 2:42 min.
In this episode, we show you
how to use myPhoneDesktop
to make calls andsend SMS messages
. We also give you a tour of some of thesettings in myPhoneDesktop
that allow you to customize these services and show you how easy it is to copy text from yourcomputer to your iPhone
.
Expand your iPhone use using myPhoneDesktop
#2 / 2010-10-12 09:00:00 / 3:05 min.
Once you have the
myPhoneDesktop application
installed on your iPhone and thedesktop client
installed on your computer, you're ready to go. In this episode, we'll explain some of themyPhoneDesktop settings
and ways you can customize the app to your liking, includingsetting alerts
and choosing how your app will fetch data.
Expand your iPhone use using myPhoneDesktop
#1 / 2010-10-11 09:00:00 / 1:30 min.
In this episode, we give you an overview of the
features of myPhoneDesktop
. These include the ability tosend text to your iPhone
from your computer, whether it's a long URL or atext message
. You can alsotransfer pictures to your iPhone
the same way and you canuse myPhoneDesktop
from any computer with the desktop client.
Going Mobile
#30 / 2010-09-27 12:00:00 / 4:20 min.
This week, Doc takes a look at five free apps for iPhone that let you take control of your TV viewing.
Free apps to get TV on your iPhone
, TV Guide listings for when you're parked in your favorite recliner and apps that let youprogram your DVR from your iPhone
and more.
How to jailbreak the iPhone and iPad
#4 / 2010-08-12 09:00:00 / 2:52 min.
Within Cydia, there's a Featured Products section. This is the first place you'll want to look for new apps for your jailbroken iDevice. Many of these programs are free, and downloading apps to your jailbroken device is as simple as browsing and tapping to install.
Breaking news tutorials
#75 / 2010-07-27 10:50:00 / 1:09 min.
The Library of Congress has determined that the "jailbreaking" of iPhones and other devices is legal. This is great news for the 60+ million iPhone users, many of whom resisted jailbreaking because they thought it voided their warranty. With this ruling, jailbreaking is indeed legal.
A tour and how to for the iPhone 4
#7 / 2010-07-13 09:00:00 / 2:11 min.
We continue our series on
how to use the iPhone 4
with a look at theiPhone gyroscope
and give an example of one of the firstiPhone games using the gyroscope
control feature. One of the majorimprovements in the iPhone 4
, the gyroscope gives a much finer level of control toiPhone 4 games
.
A tour and how to for the iPhone 4
#8 / 2010-07-13 09:00:00 / 3:00 min.
The
Retina display
on theApple iPhone 4
is for more than just watching HD movies. This and otherimprovements in the iPhone 4
make it a viable eBook reader too. Sean Carruthers takes a look at iBooks on the iPhone 4 and finds that reading on your mobile device is no longer a recipe for eye strain.
A tour and how to for the iPhone 4
#9 / 2010-07-13 09:00:00 / 2:04 min.
Video calling over cellular is not new. However, among the
improvements in the iPhone 4
is the front facing camera and the availability ofvideo chat with FaceTime
. Sean Carruthers takes a look at this new feature in the ninth episode of ourhow to use the iPhone 4
series.
A tour and how to for the iPhone 4
#10 / 2010-07-13 09:00:00 / 4:13 min.
We round out our
video series on how to use the iPhone 4
with a look at some of the other lesser knownimprovements in the iPhone 4
and iOS 4. Among them, the screen orientation lock, the ability to change your default search engine in Safari, the improved spell check and some of the new wallpaper options.
Lab Rats
#230 / 2010-07-12 17:00:00 / 18:32 min.
Andy and Sean camped out to get their hands on the
iPhone 4
, the best performing product at launch for Apple... at least to date. Find out what all the hype is about and whether it's worth buying into. The guys do a show-and-tell on some of thenew features in the iPhone 4
, like the Retina Display, multitasking, and more.
A tour and how to for the iPhone 4
#1 / 2010-07-12 09:00:00 / 3:28 min.
Sean Carruthers kicks off our
how to use the iPhone 4 video
tutorial with avideo hardware tour of the iPhone 4
. TheRetina display
, improved camera andvideo chat with FaceTime
are among the key improvements. However, there's a lot more going on from a hardware perspective than just these.
A tour and how to for the iPhone 4
#2 / 2010-07-12 09:00:00 / 2:32 min.
Continuing our
Apple iPhone 4 video tour
andhow to use the iPhone 4
series, Sean takes a look at theRetina display
on Apple's latest. This key feature is among the majorimprovements in the iPhone 4
relative to previous models.
A tour and how to for the iPhone 4
#3 / 2010-07-12 09:00:00 / 3:16 min.
Our video tour and
how to use the iPhone 4
series continues with a look at the major improvements in the camera on theApple iPhone 4
. In addition to a megapixel boost and an LED flash for the rear camera, Apple has added a second front-facing camera that allows forvideo chat with FaceTime
.
A tour and how to for the iPhone 4
#4 / 2010-07-12 09:00:00 / 3:02 min.
Video recording capability was added to the iPhone platform with the incrimental upgrade from 3G to 3GS. Now, as is demonstrated in this portion of our
how to use the iPhone 4 video series
, the video functions have received a hefty upgrade with the jump from 3 to 4. With theRetina display
displaying gorgeous video in up to 720p resolution, it stands to reason that you can nowshoot 720p video with the iPhone 4
.
A tour and how to for the iPhone 4
#5 / 2010-07-12 09:00:00 / 3:20 min.
Our hardware tour and
how to use the iPhone 4 video series
continues with a look at multitasking on the iPhone 4. This was among the most anticipatedimprovements in the iPhone 4
and while it's still got a way to go, multitasking is an interesting if limited iPhone 4 feature.
Gadget TV
#134 / 2010-07-09 18:00:00 / 6:47 min.
Where the 3GS was an incremental upgrade to Apple's iconic iPhone, as our
video overview of the iPhone 4
demonstrates, the jump from three to four is a sizeable one. From the brighter and much higher resolution screen to the five megapixel camera on the back and the VGA camera on the front to the HD video recording capability up to 720p, this is a whole new iPhone.
Tutorials
#750 / 2010-07-08 09:30:00 / 1:38 min.
If you'd like to be able to
scan QR codes with your iPhone
, it's easy to do. Just get ascanning app
from the Apple App Store and you're set. Here, we'll give an example of oneQR scanning program for the iPhone
that's completely free!
Going Mobile
#18 / 2010-07-05 12:00:00 / 4:20 min.
Having a smartphone gives you more options. Your iPhone, for example, can take pictures, play music, play games, and more. Another nice function is the ability to
take a quick note
. There are lots ofnote taking applications in the Apple App Store
and not all are created equal. Doc runs down four of his favorite free note taking apps for the iPhone.
getting started with foursquare
#10 / 2010-06-25 09:00:00 / 1:23 min.
In our last episode in this series, we'll show you
how to view the foursquare leaderboard
. This is where your score is tracked against other users. We'll also show youhow to change your ping settings
so that your friends can see where you are... or change individual settings so they can't.
Neo-Fight.tv
#309 / 2010-06-24 17:00:00 / 15:41 min.
Ben and Heather take a look at some slick new cases for iPhone and iPad from Marware and ZooGue
getting started with foursquare
#9 / 2010-06-24 09:00:00 / 1:05 min.
Finding your way around your
foursquare
profile is easy. In this episode, we'll show youhow to view your foursquare history
as well asview your foursquare badges
and mayorships. You can also see your Friends list andview pending friend requests
.
Introducing iOS 4 for iPhone and iPod Touch
#6 / 2010-06-23 09:30:00 / 13:54 min.
The new
iOS 4 by Apple
is a new operating system that works with the newiPhone 4
as well as theiPhone 3G
, 3GS and theiPod Touch
. It adds all sorts ofnew features
, including the ability tomultitask on your iPhone
, the ability tocreate folders to organize applications
, anintegrated email client
, aiPhone digital zoom feature
and much more!
getting started with foursquare
#8 / 2010-06-23 09:00:00 / 1:15 min.
One cool thing to keep you coming back to foursquare is the fact that you can earn points, badges and mayorships. You can
earn points in foursquare
in order tounlock foursquare badges
and, if you visit a place more than anyone else, you can become the mayor of that place.
getting started with foursquare
#7 / 2010-06-22 09:00:00 / 1:08 min.
Connecting with friends through foursquare
is easier than you might think. Not only can you check-in at different places and recommend them, you can alsosend text messages and emails
or evenplace calls using foursquare
. You can alsosee foursquare users' friend lists
and add friends if you'd like.
getting started with foursquare
#6 / 2010-06-21 09:00:00 / 1:01 min.
Keeping your profile current
is important in allsocial networking services
. Just like with Twitter and Facebook, you canchange your foursquare profile
whenever you want. Here we'll show you how tochange your account details
including your location, email and so on.
getting started with foursquare
#5 / 2010-06-18 09:00:00 / 1:23 min.
You can
view location details in foursquare
to find out more about the businesses in your city. You can also see what other users said about a location as well asfind a business using Google Maps
. We'll show youhow to use foursquare
to do all that and more in this tutorial!
getting started with foursquare
#4 / 2010-06-17 09:00:00 / 1:36 min.
In this episode we'll show you how to create tips and to-dos in foursquare. You can
create tips in foursquare
tomake recommendations
to other users about a place you've checked in to and you canview tips from other users
to help you as well. To-dos are used when you see a tip that looks worthwhile and you want to add them to your to-do list.
getting started with foursquare
#3 / 2010-06-16 09:00:00 / 1:35 min.
Foursquare's primary purpose is to check-in at various places in order to
tell people where you are
or tocomment on a place
you are currently at. Basically, checking-in is to foursquare what tweeting is to Twitter. Here we'll show youhow to check-in with foursquare
andhow to find a business
that's interesting enough to check-in to, whether it's a sushi bar or a local mall.
getting started with foursquare
#2 / 2010-06-15 09:00:00 / 1:40 min.
If you are going to be
using foursquare to post your location
then you're going to want to find your friends first. In this episode we'll tell you how tofind your friends on foursquare
both by using social networkers like Facebook and Twitter and bysearching for friends
manually. It's simple and it takes no time at all!
Going Mobile
#15 / 2010-06-14 12:00:00 / 4:46 min.
The camera on the iPhone gives you a unique opportunity to capture moments in time from your phone. Once you have images on your device, and sometimes before, you can manipulate those images with cool, free applications. Doc's picked out 10 of his favorites. All of them are free and they can add more fun to your iPhone photos.
getting started with foursquare
#1 / 2010-06-14 09:00:00 / 1:01 min.
In this first part of our 10-part series, we'll show you how to
set up your foursquare account
. We'll go through how youdownload and install foursquare
from theApple App Store
and how you create an account. It takes less than a minute and you'll beusing foursquare to find locations
in your area before you know it!
60-Second App - Apple
#9 / 2010-06-11 10:00:00 / 1:10 min.
If you're looking for a good way to kill time then you might be interested in
Crossword Light for the iPhone
. It's afree app
that comes pre-loaded with 60crossword puzzles
though there is a paid version that comes withdaily puzzles
if you'd like. Crossword Light has an easy to use interface that can be tilted 90-degrees if you'd like a different angle on things and also offers a variety of hints for those who are stuck in a bind.
iPhone 4 Preview
#6 / 2010-06-10 11:30:00 / 2:38 min.
In this series we've tried to highlight some of the
key features coming to iPhone 4
. Beyond the impressive hardware improvements, however, are a wide range of new and improved features and functions.
iPhone 4 Preview
#5 / 2010-06-10 11:00:00 / 2:00 min.
Retina Display is a technology in iPhone 4
, promises to deliver the highest resolution of any phone. The display is crisp and clear. Both text and images will look clearer and cleaner. More pixels per inch, improved glass, backlighting and other display features suggest Retina Display will be simply amazing.
iPhone 4 Preview
#4 / 2010-06-10 10:30:00 / 1:29 min.
Video on your iPhone 3G
leaves a little something to be desired. The iPhone 4 looks to remedy this withHD video recording on your iPhone
. With two cameras on the iPhone 4, you can shoot in the traditional style or switch to the front mounted cam to take a self portrait video.
60-Second App - Apple
#7 / 2010-06-10 10:00:00 / 1:14 min.
Depending on your personality,
composing a melody
or a piece of music can either be extremely frustrating or a relaxing way to pass the time. If you find you fit into the latter category thenReBirth for the iPhone
oriPod Touch
might be just the app for you. ReBirth gives you a virtual synthesizer to work with tocreate your own music
from wherever you are. It's fully loaded and will take some experimentation to figure out all the options but for $6.99 it's a budding rock star's dream.
iPhone 4 Preview
#3 / 2010-06-10 10:00:00 / 1:50 min.
With iPhone 4, you'll be able to have video calls with family and friends.
iPhone 4 will have two cameras
, one on the front and one on the back. FaceTime is an amazing feature for staying close with those you care about.
iPhone 4 Preview
#2 / 2010-06-10 09:30:00 / 2:00 min.
One of the biggest criticisms levelled at the Apple's previous models was that there was
no multitasking on the iPhone
. Well, that's changing with iPhone 4.iPhone 4 offers full-featured multitasking
, the ability to play music from other than your iPod in the background, push notifications and more.
iPhone 4 Preview
#1 / 2010-06-10 09:00:00 / 1:20 min.
When Apple announced the release of
iPhone 4 and iOS 4
it revealed an impressive array of new features and functions. In this special six-part series we want to point out some of the new things that are really special. Things that may just make you want to upgrade your iPhone or switch to one.
60-Second App - Apple
#6 / 2010-06-09 10:01:00 / 1:12 min.
If you're familiar with
GPS technology
then you will find yourself instantly familiar with >NAVIGON MobileNavigator
for theiPhone
. It's a $79.99 app that acts as a fully-featured GPS unit complete withvoice street announcements
,route planning
and points of interest. You can even download additional features for the app like Panorama 3D Street View which will show you street topography or TrafficLive that will tell you about upcoming congestion in traffic and find you alternate routes.
60-Second App - Apple
#4 / 2010-06-08 10:01:00 / 1:04 min.
In this episode of 60-Second App we'll take a minute to look at TweetDeck for the Twitter
followers andFacebook
fanatics because it's compatible with both. It's easy to use and lets you
iPhone
. It's great for all of youpost status update
s and pictures while you're on the go. If that wasn't cool enough, it's also completely free! If you're already sold on the idea, you candownload TweetDeck
right here.
Going Mobile
#14 / 2010-06-07 12:00:00 / 4:25 min.
The camera on the iPhone gives you a unique opportunity to capture moments in time from your phone. Once you have images on your device, and sometimes before, you can manipulate those images with cool, free applications. Doc's picked out 10 of his favorites. All of them are free and they can add more fun to your iPhone photos.
Neo-Fight.tv
#306 / 2010-06-03 17:00:00 / 12:44 min.
Apple's latest iPhone, the iPhone 4, is the topic of this week's discussion with guest Craig Burnett
Tutorials
#722 / 2010-05-28 09:31:00 / 1:25 min.
There are so many
instant messaging services
around that it can be difficult connecting with everyone. Difficult, that is, unless you have a client that ties them together. Palringo can do just that and it's simple to set up. Here we'll show you how to getPalringo for your Android
phone so you canmanage your messaging services
easily!
Going Mobile
#12 / 2010-05-24 12:00:00 / 4:13 min.
While the iPhone has a plethora of apps made to entertain you in a variety of ways, there are also apps to keep you informed of news, weather, sports and so on. In this episode of The Sweet Stuff: Going Mobile we'll go over five
free iPhone apps
that will allow you to do just that. Here are our top fivenews and weather apps
for the iPhone!
Tutorials
#713 / 2010-05-24 09:30:00 / 3:35 min.
Many Mac users take advantage of a little program called 1Password to
manage their passwords
. Fortunately for iPhone users there is now a version of1Password for the iPhone
as well. There is a free version located on the Apple App Store or a paid-for Pro version. We'll show you how to get started using 1Password in this tutorial.
Tutorials
#705 / 2010-05-18 09:30:00 / 1:29 min.
If you have RSS news feeds that you like to read while on your computer at home then you might like to be able to access your
RSS feeds from your iPhone
. WithNetNewsWire on your iPhone
you'll be all set to do just that. It's available from the Apple App Store and syncs with Google Reader, with NetNewsWire on the Mac and with FeedDemon as well.
Mr. Mobile
#69 / 2010-05-12 17:00:00 / 5:02 min.
You've got a brand spanking new iPhone, iPod or iPod Touch. You've got a less than brand spanking new car though. While many newer cars are offering USB ports or at least an AUX in jack to crank your MP3 player's tunes through your car speakers, it's a fairly recent phenomena. Chances are, you'll need a work-around to get the music from your iPod running through you car stereo. Jay Goldman abides with two simple and elegant solutions from Belkin.
Tutorials
#695 / 2010-05-11 09:30:00 / 2:56 min.
For an awesome, high-tech piece of hardware, the iPhone really has a ways to go when it comes to the battery meter. It seems like it's either full or empty. If you want to know
how much power your iPhone battery has
(with more than just a vague indicator) then theBattery Magic application
is for you. We'll walk you through how to get it and use some of the other features.
Tutorials
#691 / 2010-05-07 09:30:00 / 1:58 min.
If you have Netflix then you know how handy it is to
access your favorite movies
from the Internet. And if you think that's cool, you'll be amazed that your iPhone lets you get to your Netflix account on the go! Wondering howaccessing Netflix from an iPhone
is possible? Simple, just use theiPhlix application
. We'll show you how in this video.
Tutorials
#687 / 2010-05-05 09:30:00 / 1:36 min.
There are times when you want to
type all in caps
. Maybe you want to text your frustrations to friends in block letters. Maybe your favorite team just scored and you want to show people that your REALLY care. Or maybe you just want to type FBI or LOL. Either way, we'll show you how toactivate Caps Lock on your iPhone
in this tutorial!
Tutorials
#684 / 2010-05-03 09:31:00 / 1:32 min.
Read It Later is a cool add-on for Firefox that lets you save something that you see on the Internet so you can "read it later." Now, you can also read your saved stuff right on your iPhone!
Gadget TV
#110 / 2010-04-23 12:00:00 / 3:00 min.
It's a dilemma for smartphone users. Show off my spiffy device by letting it go commando without a case or protect the device and keep it looking spiffy by cladding it. Wrapsol offers the best of both; protection against drops without the big, bulky cases.
Going Mobile
#7 / 2010-04-19 12:00:00 / 3:22 min.
You can use your iPhone for so many different things. Naturally you use it for phone calls, but you can use it for so much more. This week we'll begin a two-part series on
10 free top productivity applications for the iPhone
. These apps will make you more efficient, more productive, and just downright happier!
How to use the iPad video series
#10 / 2010-04-16 09:01:00 / 5:00 min.
We continue our
how to use the iPad video tutorial series
andiPad new user guide
with a look at running iPhone apps on the iPad. Right off the bat, you have access to about 150,000 apps thanks to the extensive iPhone and iPod Touch app library. Granted, they don't look as good, but they work and work well on Apple's tablet.
Tutorials
#654 / 2010-04-12 09:31:00 / 1:47 min.
There might be times when you'd like to enter
text in a different language on your iPhone
. Here's how you can do it.
Tutorials
#634 / 2010-03-29 09:30:00 / 2:20 min.
You're away from home when you realize you forgot to program your DirecTV to record a show you want. You'll never know what happened in the latest episode of Lost (actually, you still might not ever quite know what happened, even if you do watch the show). Fear not! With the
DirecTV iPhone app
, you can easily set your DirecTV receiver at home to record a favorite program, movie or series.
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#252 / 2010-03-24 22:00:00 / 2:54 min.
Video coverage of CTIA 2010
: From theCTIA 2010 show floor
, Andrew Moore-Crispin discovers Wrapsol, a film for smartphones that apparently protects as well as or better than a dedicated case. We'll test that theory on Gadget TV soon.
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#251 / 2010-03-24 21:30:00 / 3:16 min.
Video coverage of CTIA 2010
: From theCTIA 2010 show floor
, Andrew Moore-Crispin catches up with MapQuest to find out what's new. Turns out, quite a lot since last we checked, including MapQuest for Mobile, MapQuest Navigator and a completely redesigned mobile site for on-the-fly directions.
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#249 / 2010-03-24 13:00:00 / 4:07 min.
Video coverage of CTIA 2010
: From theCTIA 2010 show floor
, Andrew Moore-Crispin catches up with Zagg and gets the scoop on everything the company is showing off on the CTIA 2010 show floor. Zagg are makers of some pretty slickmobile phone accessories
, including anlife extending battery for iPhone
users.
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#241 / 2010-03-23 12:00:00 / 4:26 min.
Video coverage of CTIA 2010
: From theCTIA 2010 show floor
, Andrew Moore-Crispin chats with Josh Richardson of OtterBox about the company's line of rugged iPhone, HTC, BlackBerry and Palm smartphone cases.
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#238 / 2010-03-23 09:00:00 / 2:00 min.
Video coverage of CTIA 2010
: From theCTIA 2010 show floor
, Andrew Moore-Crispin discovers Poynt. This iPhone app brings location-based services, restaurant table booking, business listings and more to the iPhone. Thisaugmented reality app
offers a slightly different take on AR: Rather than requiring you to hold your iPhone up and follow along, you can aim it at the ground and follow signpost footprints to the restaurant, hotel, movie theatre etc. you're looking for. Careful when crossing the road.
Tutorials
#619 / 2010-03-17 09:31:00 / 1:31 min.
Dropbox has become a popular program on Mac, Windows and Linux machines. You can use Dropbox to do backups, store photos, keep your music online and more. Now, you can even access your files from your iPhone!
Tutorials
#609 / 2010-03-10 09:31:00 / 2:55 min.
PixelPipe is a cool site that lets you
share photos, videos
and more with over 100 other sites. Upload once and send your photos and videos to a bunch of different social networking and blogging sites. This saves you updating hundreds of differentsocial media, photo or video
sharing pages individually. Now you can usePixelPipe right from your iPhone
with thisawesome free iPhone app
.
Going Mobile
#2 / 2010-03-08 12:00:00 / 3:04 min.
In the US,
tax time
is coming whether you're ready or not. Perhaps you've already pulled all of your tax info together and are patiently awaiting an appointment with your accountant. Perhaps you're feeling the first twinges of tax time panic. Whatever the case, Michael "Doctor File Finder" Callahan has some handy tax time free iPhone apps that'll help you prepare this year's taxes and get prepped for next year's too.
Sexy Tech
#2 / 2010-02-20 17:00:00 / 5:54 min.
The Apple App Store is not renowned for giving app developers a lot of leeway. However, of the over 100,000 available in the App Store, a few
risque iPhone apps
have apparently made the cut, as Kate Abraham discovers. Some are informational, some are fun, some are useful and some simply feature jiggly boobs.
Mr. Mobile
#55 / 2010-02-03 17:00:00 / 6:01 min.
The iPhone doesn't have a radio tuner. Chances are good you haven't missed it. Old school radio is just so boring, commercial-laden and repetitive. Mr. Mobile turns his attentions to the skies, pulling down extraterrestrial
radio on his iPhone
with the help of theXM and Sirius satellite radio apps for iPhone
.
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#160 / 2010-01-08 14:30:00 / 3:00 min.
Sean Carruthers speaks with John Williams from L5 Technology about a small add-on to the iPhone or iPod Touch that will turn it into a universal remote control.
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. Butterscotch hosts will beon the CES 2010 floor
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The Sweet Stuff: Software
#24 / 2009-12-17 12:00:00 / 3:53 min.
It's the holidays and some people are just darn hard to shop for. The proverbial person who has everything. Ahhh, but there are a 100,000 cool applications in the Apple App Store and some great ones for a dollar or less! Michael "Doctor File Finder" Callahan takes a look at
five fantastic iPhone apps that cost one dollar or less
.
Mr. Mobile
#48 / 2009-12-09 17:00:00 / 4:56 min.
Mr. Mobile, also known by his unassuming, nine-to-fiving, commuting alias of Jay Goldman, brings Asteroids style action to the iPhone with
Meteor Blitz
. This game uses a simple and intuitive control scheme and classic Asteroids gameplay and brings it into the new age. The result? An addictive top-down shooter and a hearty recommendation from Mr. Mobile.
Tutorials
#508 / 2009-12-07 09:30:00 / 2:05 min.
If you want to
monitor your Mac from your iPhone
it's really easy to do. Just put iStat of iPhone on your iPhone and iStat Server for Max OS X on your Mac. You can see how much storage space is available, how much memory is used and free, even the temperature of your Mac's CPU and other components.
Tutorials
#505 / 2009-12-02 09:30:00 / 1:34 min.
How much memory does your iPhone have available? What percentage is your battery sitting at? How much talk time is left? Wi-fi use? iPod time? With iStat for iPhone you never have to guess.
Balancing the budget with Quicken Online
#10 / 2009-11-20 09:00:00 / 2:30 min.
The cherry on top of the excellent
Quicken Online Mobile (iTunes link) free web app
is the similarlyexcellent free iPhone app
. WithQuicken Online Mobile
, you can see all your transactions and get a look at your overallfinancial health
anywhere you get a cell signal.
Tutorials
#461 / 2009-10-29 09:31:00 / 1:44 min.
Buy high, sell low? No, wait... If you like to play the stock market you most likely want to keep tabs on how the market is doing. The iPhone comes standard with a full-featured stock application that's easy to use and offers accurate and up-to-date information.
Tutorials
#460 / 2009-10-29 09:30:00 / 1:33 min.
Have you ever wanted to
add a custom shortcut to your iPhone homescreen
? It's easier than you might think. With thisiPhone video tutorial
, find out how toadd a new icon to your iPhone's homescreen
.
Tutorials
#455 / 2009-10-26 09:31:00 / 1:51 min.
Cooliris is a fantastic way to interact with photos and video on your desktop. Now, a similar Cooliris experience is available to mobile users with the Cooliris application for iPhone. Perhaps best of all, Cooliris is a free download from the App Store.
Tutorials
#451 / 2009-10-22 09:31:00 / 1:27 min.
When you're typing URL's in Safari you have that handy ".com" key at the bottom of the screen on your iPhone. Too bad you have to type things like .net and .edu, or do you?
Tutorials
#447 / 2009-10-20 09:31:00 / 2:16 min.
Studies have shown that certain activities help keep the human brain on top of its game. The activities "exercise" the brain to help keep it healthy.
SPB Brain Evolution
is a game that promises to keep your brain in ship-shape.
Tutorials
#422 / 2009-10-02 09:30:00 / 1:10 min.
Many users have gotten used to
opening web links
in new pages on their desktop browsers. Many also think this isn't possible in Safari on your iPhone, but it is. And here's how it's done.
Tutorials
#387 / 2009-09-08 09:31:00 / 1:58 min.
There are times when you'd just like to be able to
connect to your desktop computer
for a minute. Just to do one little thing that you forgot to do. With Mocha VNC (Virtual Network Computing) Lite for the iPhone, you can do it easily.
Tutorials
#383 / 2009-09-04 09:31:00 / 00:54 min.
Your iPhone is a full-featured device. From playing music to answering calls, it's always ready. And, if you need to
forward your calls
to another number your iPhone can do that too!
Tutorials
#365 / 2009-08-24 09:31:00 / 1:10 min.
Your iPhone uses a powerful 3G connection for communication. At the same time, however, it comes equipped to take advantage of
wireless networks
that may be in range. Take advantage of wireless networks at home, in hotels, at airports, and so on.
Tutorials
#360 / 2009-08-20 09:30:00 / 00:58 min.
When you're flying you know that they tell you to
turn off all electronic devices
like cell phones. Well, with your iPhone you have anAirplane Mode
that shuts off all transmissions, but allows you to listen to music, watch videos, or listen to audiobooks.
Gadget TV
#22 / 2009-08-14 12:00:00 / 2:14 min.
The headphones that come with iPhones and other smartphones are notoriously crappy. Sure, they produce decent sound and granted, they have an inline microphone, but the comfort and overall sound quality are lacking.
V-MODA's Vibe II with Microphone
are one answer. At $120 they're a luxurious, if a little pricey, solution. Thesesound isolation headphones
feature a great inline mic, feature Kevlar and gold among their building materials and look super snazzy to boot.
Tutorials
#348 / 2009-08-12 09:30:00 / 1:17 min.
If you're not big into typing on your iPhone why not use your voice? With Vlingo you can
talk and get directions
to anyplace you want to go.
Tutorials
#346 / 2009-08-11 09:30:00 / 2:11 min.
With the
iPhone app Air Sharing
, you canset up your iPhone to act as a storage drive
, all over your wireless network. Set aside some space on your iPhone and you canmove and transfer documents
between computers. WithAir Sharing
, youriPhone becomes a virtual removable drive
.
Tutorials
#344 / 2009-08-10 09:30:00 / 1:45 min.
Your iPhone is a phone, but it doesn't have to just "ring." You can have it vibrate, play a song, play a different song for each person, and much more. In the
iPhone sound settings, it's easy to customize your iPhone's ringtone, message tones
and much more.
Tutorials
#342 / 2009-08-07 09:30:00 / 0:55 min.
Unlike the iPhone 3GS and most BlackBerry devices, the iPhone 3G doesn't have
voice-recognition
built-in forvoice dialing
the phone. With Vlingo, however, you can quickly fix that problem andvoice dial on your iPhone
.
Up Close and Personal with the iPhone 3GS
#6 / 2009-08-07 09:01:00 / 19:20 min.
See all 5 parts of our look at the
iPhone 3GS
.
Up Close and Personal with the iPhone 3GS
#5 / 2009-08-07 09:00:00 / 6:28 min.
The
iPhone 3GS
is ideal forpeople with vision problems
or other physical disabilities. Within theiPhone 3GS accessibility options
you can elect to enabletext to speech
, screen zooming and high-contrast color schemes. These new accessibility modes make theiPhone 3GS
thefirst mass market cell phone to offer accessibility features
Up Close and Personal with the iPhone 3GS
#4 / 2009-08-06 09:00:00 / 2:16 min.
One of the earliest details that trickled out of the Apple camp leading up to the release of the
iPhone 3GS
was thedigital compass
. At first blush, it might not seem like a big deal. However, it has some pretty sizable implications for theiPhone 3GS
. Sean Carruthers explains in this installment of our look at theiPhone 3GS
.
Up Close and Personal with the iPhone 3GS
#3 / 2009-08-05 09:00:00 / 3:39 min.
The
iPhone camera
is a little on the, how do we put this delicately, terrible side. In addition to otheradvances in the iPhone 3GS
, the camera is much improved. The 3.2 megapixeliPhone 3GS camera
offers much better pictures, has a bunch of new modes, a great new autofocus feature and even allows forvideo recording on the iPhone
.
Up Close and Personal with the iPhone 3GS
#2 / 2009-08-04 09:00:00 / 3:34 min.
Sean Carruthers continues his in-depth look at the
iPhone 3GS
by breaking down the newvoice control features of the iPhone 3GS
. WithiPhone voice control
you can dial numbers, look up contact, select music on your iPod and much more. And all this without touching the device itself... much.
Tutorials
#334 / 2009-08-03 09:30:00 / 0:52 min.
The only button on the front of your iPhone is the
home button
. You cancustomize your iPhone's home button
to open your contacts, launch the camera or iPod app and much more. Here's how.
Up Close and Personal with the iPhone 3GS
#1 / 2009-08-03 09:00:00 / 4:17 min.
Sean Carruthers begins his in-depth look at the
iPhone 3GS
by breaking down what, exactly, the S means. In ahead to head speed comparison of the iPhone 3G and the iPhone 3GS
. TheiPhone 3GS speed advantage
is demonstrated by loading up Peggle, a great mobile game.
Mr. Mobile
#29 / 2009-07-29 17:00:00 / 9:25 min.
Now that the hype surrounding
The biggest change with
iPhone 3.0
software has abated somewhat, Jay Goldman, AKA Mr. Mobile takes a look atiPhone 3.0 software
and what it means for everyday iPhone use.iPhone 3.0 software is free
for iPhone users but there's a charge for iPod Touch users.The biggest change with
iPhone 3.0 software
is the newcopy and paste
functionality... something that was sorely missing from previous versions of iPhone / iPod touch software. However, there's a lot more toiPhone 3.0 software
than that, as Jay explains.
Tutorials
#328 / 2009-07-29 09:30:00 / 1:01 min.
The iPhone 3GS now has "
Voice Control
" that lets youcontrol iPhone functions with your voice
. You can dial numbers, call contacts, play songs or playlists, and more, all with your voice.
Lab Rats
#181 / 2009-07-27 17:00:00 / 24:43 min.
Andy and Sean crack open the case (so to speak) on the three generations of iPhone and take a look at what makes them run, as well as speculating on what's coming next from Apple. Check out the
head to head comparison of all three generations of iPhone
and find outwhat's under the iPhone's hood
Tutorials
#321 / 2009-07-23 09:31:00 / 1:00 min.
Your
iPhone
is a complicated device. It holds music, it handles phone calls, it runs third-party applications and so much more. If you want to find asummary of everything about your iPhone
here's where to look! You canfind your iPhone IMEI and ICCID numbers
, getiPhone SIM card details
, seehow much free space you have on your iPhone, find your iPhone firmware version
and much more.
Tutorials
#312 / 2009-07-17 09:30:00 / 1:38 min.
The iPhone comes with lots of applications to get you started. If you're a big fan of
Google's Mobile App
you won't find it on your phone by default. However, with this app, you get access to yourGmail, Google Calendar, Reader (RSS feeds), News
and more on your iPhone. Here's how to get it and work with it.
Tutorials
#303 / 2009-07-10 09:31:00 / 1:44 min.
If you
listen to your music in iTunes and have an iPhone or iPod Touch
, you're going to love Remote. You can download it from the App Store and it will let youcontrol iTunes from your iPhone or iPod Touch
. Play music, switch songs, switch libraries, stop playback, change the volume and more.
Mr. Mobile
#26 / 2009-07-08 17:00:00 / 5:51 min.
The new
Apple iPhone 3GS
caused a stir when it was released atApple's WWDC
. As the mere addition of the "S" (which stands for speed) to the product name attests, the changes aren't big... at least on the surface. The iPhone 3GS looks almost identical to the iPhone 3G. However, under the hood things have changed. A lot. Jay Goldman does aDirect speed comparison of the iPhone 3G and the iPhone 3GS
with surprising results.
Tutorials
#295 / 2009-07-06 09:31:00 / 1:18 min.
If you're a fan of the powerful online to-do list Remember The Milk (RTM), you'll be glad to know there's an
Remember The Milk app for the iPhone
. It puts the power of RTM in the palm of your hand.
Tutorials
#293 / 2009-07-03 09:31:00 / 2:02 min.
Given that it's always with you, the
iPhone
is the perfect place to keep yourshopping lists
. Using Grocery iQ you can make your list, cruise through the store and be done in no time flat.
Tutorials
#287 / 2009-06-30 09:31:00 / 1:22 min.
The
iPhone
comes ready to setup email for a number of services like Yahoo, AOL, MobileMe,Gmail
and others. Associating yourGmail with your iPhone Mail application
, however, doesn't give you all the features of Gmail you use on the Web. If you're looking for thefull Gmail experience on your iPhone
, here's how to get it.
Tutorials
#283 / 2009-06-26 09:31:00 / 2:28 min.
There's been a lot of talk about the Amazon Kindle as well as other eBook readers. But did you know you can
read eBooks on your iPod Touch or iPhone too?
Stanza is available from the iPhone App Store and you can findthousands of free eBooks
to read too.
Understanding iPhone 3.0
#6 / 2009-06-18 17:01:00 / 15:14 min.
View all five parts of our series on
how to use iPhone 3.0
. Sean Carruthers shows uswhat's new in iPhone 3.0 software
as well ashow to copy and paste on iPhone 3.0, how to use Spotlight search
as well ashow to use the new Voice Memo app
and more.
Understanding iPhone 3.0
#1 / 2009-06-18 11:00:00 / 4:11 min.
Cut, copy and paste on the iPhone 3.0
. Three very basic and very simple features that make a huge difference and that have been sorely missed onApple's iPhone
since it was first released. Now, withiPhone 3.0 firmware
, these features (and many more) make their way to the iPhone. Sean Carruthers explains.
Understanding iPhone 3.0
#2 / 2009-06-18 11:00:00 / 3:21 min.
Another feature sorely missed in iPhone firmware prior to 3.0 was
Spotlight searching
. Now, withiPhone version 3.0, search
is at your fingertips. Sean Carruthers explains how touse Spotlight search on your iPhone 3.0
.
Understanding iPhone 3.0
#5 / 2009-06-18 11:00:00 / 3:53 min.
In addition to all the new features in
iPhone 3.0 firmware
, there's also a new standard app.Voice Memo on iPhone 3.0
is a quick and easy way to make a quick recording.
Breaking news tutorials
#35 / 2009-06-18 09:59:31 / 1:17 min.
iPhone 3G S and iPhone software 3.0
seems to be all anyone can talk about. TheiPhone 3G S
has launched for those who are in the market for an upgrade. And even if you're not looking to upgrade your hardware,iPhone Software 3.0
has also be released and brings some long awaited new features and functions to the iPhone.
Mr. Mobile
#16 / 2009-04-08 14:59:08 / 3:31 min.
Mr. Mobile takes a look a Crayon Physics Deluxe on the iPhone. This fun physics based game might even teach you a few things. The basic goal is simple: push the ball to the goal. The puzzles turn into mind-benders in later levels though.
Mr. Mobile
#15 / 2009-04-01 17:00:00 / 3:53 min.
Mr. Mobile takes a look at three iPhone accessories that he goes as far as saying are real must-haves for iPhone owners. First, we look at an extended life battery pack that doubles the battery life of your iPhone 3G. Next we see a simple, non-electronic gizmo that improves the experience of watching movies on your iPhone for under $10. Finally, we see an iPhone case with a kick stand, perfect for watching movies on the plane without having to hold your iPhone.
Mr. Mobile
#9 / 2009-02-18 17:00:00 / 3:55 min.
If you've ever played any recent games in the prolific The Legend of Zelda series, you will have been introduced to the ocarina, a real-world musical instrument that functions much like a flute.
Mr. Mobile is clearly a fan as he seeks out an ocarina emulator for the iPhone and finds Smule's appropriately titled Ocarina... offering much more than initially meets the eye.
Mr. Mobile is clearly a fan as he seeks out an ocarina emulator for the iPhone and finds Smule's appropriately titled Ocarina... offering much more than initially meets the eye.
Mr. Mobile
#6 / 2009-01-28 17:00:00 / 2:48 min.
If you've ever played any of the Guitar Hero, Rockband or Dance Dance Revolution games, you'll get the idea behind Tap Tap Revenge immediately. With adaptations of popular songs available for download, one- two- and online multi-player modes, Tap Tap Revenge brings a level of interaction to your favorite music using the iPhone's touch screen.
iPhone Basics
#11 / 2009-01-16 09:01:00 / 5:26 min.
The reason you decided to step up to the iPhone 3G probably has something to do with its extensive music and video playing capabilities. While the iPhone is a great phone and an excellent connected internet device, it also leverages Apple's impressive legacy in digital audio players and brings all of the iPod features to your phone. Anything that requires us to carry one less device is OK by us.
iPhone Basics
#12 / 2009-01-16 09:00:00 / 49:59 min.
Andy Walker runs through the
If you've got a shiny new iPhone and want to learn to make the most of it, this is the tutorial series for you!
basics and the finer points
of getting the most out of your iPhone. He uses the 3G model but his tips and tricks also work for the original iPhone. Many will even work for theiPod Touch
.If you've got a shiny new iPhone and want to learn to make the most of it, this is the tutorial series for you!
iPhone Basics
#10 / 2009-01-16 09:00:00 / 5:17 min.
The iPhone 3G makes sending and receiving SMS or text messages a quick, effective and generally inexpensive way to communicate. These ~140 character messages should be short, sweet and to the point but can also relay a lot of information in a small message.
iPhone Basics
#8 / 2009-01-14 09:30:00 / 6:17 min.
What got you excited to step up to the iPhone 3G was likely the device's incredible web experience. However, the iPhone, as the name suggests, is at its core a phone. Andy Walker runs us through using the phone, from simply dialing a number to using some of the more advanced phone features Apple's iconic device.
iPhone Basics
#7 / 2009-01-13 09:30:00 / 4:38 min.
The iPhone 3G is notoriously power-hungry. With all of the wireless connection options (wireless internet and Bluetooth specifically) and given the big, bright screen, you'll likely find yourself searching for a power outlet more often than you'd like. Here's how to charge and sync your iPhone, using either the included power adapter or using a USB port on your computer or laptop.
iPhone Basics
#3 / 2009-01-07 09:00:00 / 5:50 min.
The iPhone 3G is the hottest phone there is. Andy Walker continues his in depth introduction to the iPhone. He looks at iPhone apps that are included right out of the box. He also shows how to find and download apps, either free or paid.
iPhone Basics
#2 / 2009-01-06 09:00:00 / 3:52 min.
The iPhone 3G is the hottest phone there is. In this second installment, Andy Walker, Executive Producer of butterscotch runs down how to interact with the iconic iPhone 3G. He runs through using the touchscreen of the iPhone to unlock your mobile and launch applications, how to fully power down or enter battery saving ready mode.
iPhone Basics
#1 / 2009-01-05 09:00:00 / 3:40 min.
The iPhone 3G is the hottest phone there is. In this episode, Andy Walker, Executive Producer of Butterscotch kicks off the iPhone Basics series with an introduction to the iPhone 3G. He gives you a basic overview of the buttons, switches, screen and slots that make up the iconic phone.
Mr. Mobile
#3 / 2008-12-31 17:00:00 / 2:23 min.
Koi Pond is a very zen application for the iPhone. The more impatient among us may ask "what does it do?" It doesn't do much... it shows some lovely koi (decorative goldfish / carp) in a serene pond. Swimming around and just generally doing what koi do. The real beauty of this app lies not in what it does but in what it makes you do: relax, zone out and just generally chill. Try finding that for $0.99 anywhere else.
Lab Rats
#135 / 2008-08-25 17:00:00 / 24:25 min.
Andy and Sean weigh in on innovations of the iPhone 3G.
Lab Rats
#84 / 2007-08-06 17:00:00 / 26:14 min.
Andy and Sean weigh in on Apple's new smart phone, with special guest Ben Freedman.
How do I - Shoot better videos
Over these four episodes we'll be showing you a couple of ways that you can shoot better video. There are a number of ways that you can improve the quality of your video, and some of those include choosing the right video equipment, improving your audio quality and using the right video shooting techniques. We'll go over each of those topics over the following tutorials.
Staying on budget with your iPhone
In this series we present five iPhone apps to help you stay on budget. Debt Free and Bill Minder both keep you on top of your bills while Mileage Log and Hours Tracker let you keep track of travel expenses and track billable hours. All of these apps will help you manage both your time and your money.
Customizing your Tumblr account
If you've ever wanted to do more with your Tumblr account then we've got some tricks to show you. In this series we'll show you how to change your Tumblr theme, use the Tumblr directory and use the Tumblr bookmarklet. We'll also show you how to access Tumblr on your iPhone so you can post to Tumblr from wherever you are.
Finding local deals using your iPhone
In this series we'll show you five apps for the iPhone that can help you find local deals and save money while shopping. From Yelp to Groupon these apps can help you find discounts at local businesses or, like RedLaser, scan products to make sure you're getting the best deal. These deals can range from coupons for restaurants to discounts on hotels and more.
Top Secrets: Finding eBay deals
In this series we'll share some eBay secrets that will help you to save money when bidding on products. We show you some of the best places to get eBay deals and introduce you to a couple of websites that will help you find eBay products before anyone else so you get what you want for less.
Using the Flickr app for iPhone
In this series we show you how to use the Flickr app for iPhone. This free application allows you to access your Flickr account so that you can view friends' photos and photo sets as well as pick out your favorite photos and leave comments. We'll show you how to do all that and more, including how to edit your own photos and adjust your privacy settings.
getting started with foursquare
Foursquare
is a cool newsocial networking tool that allows you to connect with friends
over Twitter and Facebook and discover hotspots in your city
. If you're looking to find a restaurant
, bike shop or what have you, foursquare can help you get directions to a business
or find information about a business
including user reviews
and tips.
How do I use iOS 5
Though rumors of a new iPhone (or perhaps even two new iPhones) have dominated the tech news sphere for months now, the one certainty has been the release of the new iteration of Apple's mobile platform, iOS 5. Now that it's here we've put together a series for you showing how to install iOS 5 after backing up your content, highlighting the more significant of the new features and showing you how they work.
A tour and how to for the iPhone 4
The Apple iPhone 4 is more than an incremental upgrade to the now iconic product line. A lot has changed since the iPhone 3G and 3GS. The new Retina display gives a better than ever before view. The two cameras with tap focus and digital zoom make it possible to record HD video and use video chat with FaceTime. Multitasking, folders and a new gyroscope are among the many improvements in the iPhone 4.
Sharing your photos with Instagram
Instagram is a free application for the iPhone that allows you to easily share photos with friends. In this series, we'll show you how to use Instagram including how to set up an Instagram account and how to find friends to share photos with. It's easy to use and allows you to let people know what you're up to quickly using pictures instead of words.
How do I use iOS 4.2 on the iPad
In this series we'll show you how to upgrade your iPad to iOS 4.2 and show you some of the new features of iOS 4.2. When you first bought your iPad chances are that it came with a version of iOS 3. The new firmware is a great improvement and allows you to multitask on your iPad, use AirPlay and more. We'll show you all of the key improvements of iOS 4.2 over these five episodes.
iPhone 4 Preview
When Stevie J took to the stage to announce the
iPhone 4 and iOS 4
, some of the hardware and software features had been leaked by an intrepid Editor at Gizmodo. However, that didn't dull the fervor fordetails on the iPhone 4 and iOS 4
that Jobs was set to announce. Doc Callahan runs through some of the hot new features that will be available on Cupertino's hottest new handset when theiPhone 4 launches on June 24 in the US
.
How Do I take better photos with the iPhone 4
In this series we show you how to use the iPhone 4 camera. While there are two cameras on the iPhone 4, the rear one is the primary camera and allows you to shoot 5-megapixel photos with a flash or high density range turned on. We'll show you how to do all that and more, and at the end we'll even suggest some photography apps for the iPhone for you to try out.
iPad and iPhone accessibility options
There are a variety of
accessiblity functions
on both theiPad and the iPhone
that we'll introduce you to in this series. We'll show you how toactivate the zoom option
to help make anything on the screen larger, how toturn on VoiceOver
so that on-screen text will be read aloud and more. These options can greatly help users with disabilities likevisual or auditory problems
.
Top Secrets - iPhone Edition
Get the coolest tips and tricks for your iPhone. Everything from how to make a custom iPhone ring tone to doing more with iPhone Maps. Molly McDonald runs us through some of her favorite tips, tricks and secrets for the iPhone. If you want to do more with the iPhone but don't know where to start or if you just want to be an iPhone power user, you're covered.
How to jailbreak the iPhone and iPad
When it was announced that the process of "jailbreaking" the iPhone was deemed legal, the process became easier than ever before. Rather than hiding in the shadows, dodging the DMCA laws, hackers can now share their wares in the open. There's even a web site that will jailbreak your iPhone in a couple of super simple steps.
Expand your iPhone use using myPhoneDesktop
There a great app out there for iPhone users who want to integrate their
iPhone with their desktop
. ThemyPhoneDesktop app for iPhone
allows you to easilysend text, images and URLs
to your iPhone from your computer so you cansave time
typing on your iPhone. You can also use it from any computer running Windows, Linux or Mac OS X.
Using Netflix to rent movies
From creating a Netflix account to renting movies and TV shows we'll show you how to use Netflix in this series. The online movie rental service lets you rent DVDs by mail or stream movies and television shows straight into your home. We'll also show you some Netflix-enabled devices and tell you how to stream Netflix videos to your iPhone.
How do I print wirelessly
Setting up a printer to print wirelessly on the home network can be hard work. Anyone who has ever tried to set up a printer probably know about the difficulties involved. That's why, in this series, we're going to show you how to set up a printer on the home network so that you can use it to print documents wirelessly from your desktop, laptop or even smartphone.
How do I use a Sonos
Sonos devices are fairly high-end audio devices that can be used to listen to music wirelessly throughout your entire house. You'll need specific Sonos players of course, but once you've got these set up you can create zones in your house, wirelessly control music, manage playlists and more.
Top 10 free and top 10 paid iPhone apps
In this series we highlight some of the best apps to hit the iPhone. In the first two episodes we'll talk about the top 10 best free iPhone apps and in the following two episodes we'll show you the top 10 best paid apps for iPhone so you get the best bang for your buck.
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