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.

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.

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.

The iPhone 3G is the hottest phone there is. In this episode, Andy Walker runs through how to find, download, install, and move iPhone applications from the App Store. Applications in the App Store allow you to do much more with your iPhone. There are thousands of apps available from games, tweaks, e-book readers and much, much more.

The iPhone 3G's true power and potential is realized when you take it online. We'll show you how to connect your iPhone to the cellular network using your data plan and how to connect to a wireless hotspot, your home or office network to get the iPhone 3G online without service charges.

The iPhone 3G has a built in camera which offers some fun features. Your disembodied host voice, Andy Walker, runs down how to use the Camera and Photo applications to take pictures and do small edits. He also demonstrates how to set a favorite picture as your iPhone wallpaper.

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.

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.

Thanks to the iPhone's big touch screen, you will have noticed the distinct lack of buttons on the device's face. In fact, there's only one button on the front of the iPhone. Here, we'll show you how to access and make the best possible use of the iPhone's often maligned on-screen keyboard.

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.

Andy Walker runs through the

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 the

iPod 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!

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.