Silly iPhone Not!

If you want to get the most out of the potential your iPhone offers you, you are in the right place. Keep reading for some sound strategies to making the most of your iPhone.
Only use a micro-fiber cloth to clean the screen on your iphone. Anything other than this is likely too abrasive and can actually cause damage, even through a screen protector. Remember to always keep a micro-fiber cloth on hand to ensure that you are not tempted to use anything else to clean your phone.
One of the things that you can do to increase your productivity when searching the internet on the iPhone is to get a bigger keyboard by shifting your phone to a horizontal position. This will allow you to see the characters more clearly, if you have trouble viewing them in the vertical mode.
Make sure you can find your iPhone should you ever lose it. Preregister with the free Find My iPhone app. Then, if you do lose it you can track it. You can also lock it out or even wipe it clean. You can also have it ring loudly and display a message.
Make your own ringtone. If the ringtones on your iphone do nothing for you, try creating your own. You can send a file from your computer to your iphone. To do this, make sure the file is a compatible mp3. Send it from your computer to your phone using either wifi or a usb cable.
Enable restrictions. If someone young is using the iphone, you can set mature content restriction. Alternatively, you may have some content you don't want anyone else happening upon. You can set a restriction on particular pieces of content to make sure no one other than yourself has access to them.
If you have texting limits on your iPhone you should make sure to keep track of how long your texts are. This is particularly useful if you are used to sending texts that are over 160 words in length, since that is the page limit. Anything after that will add additional pages, which means they cost more to send.
Sometimes you want to see all of your appointments and notifications on your iPhone at once. You can do this quickly with one gesture. Just take your finger, start at the top of your screen and swipe down. This will give you all your info for the day at a glance.
Your iPhone makes a great storage device. Use it to store pictures, videos and contacts. This can simplify your life and help you to get rid of numerous other gadgets, instead focusing on only one. The iPhone has a good amount of storage space, and additional apps also allow you to increase that space if necessary.
If you want to save time while surfing the web on your iPhone, you do not have to put in the "http", "www" or ".com". All you need to do is put in the desired domain name. Many people do not know about this feature and yet, it can save seconds.
Otterboxes or other heavy duty cases are highly recommended for your iphone, especially if you have children. These cases are shockproof in case that you drop it or it gets tossed around. It can also protect the screen if you use a screen protector, from scratches, dirt and dust doing damage to it.
You can create your own ringtone with your iPhone. You no longer have to deal with the ringtones that Apple provides you, and you do not have to pay for them. The free Ringtone Maker app allows you to cut out a clip from one of your favorite songs and turn it into a ringtone in mere seconds.
Are there times you do not want your iPhone to switch from vertical display to horizontal display or the other way around? When you want to keep it from switching, you can quickly engage an orientation lock. Tap the home key twice, and then swipe left. Tap the looped arrow that appears, and that will lock your orientation.
It is one thing to own an iPhone. Getting the most benefit from your technology is another. Now that you have read this article, you should be able to maximize the benefits you get from your Apple iPhone. You can also avoid the pitfalls and dangers that are specific to this piece of technology.


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What is the world coming to when your iPhone get stolen and you to see pictures of others enjoying your vacation? A lady was on a Disney Cruise when she noticed her iPhone was missing, which in itself is very distressing.

But wait, then she noticed photos taken with the iPhone uploading to her iCloud account using an app named Photostream. So she took the photos and uploaded them to her Facebook account and with public with them.

Boy, I wouldn't want to be "that guy". You can read the whole story here. The man in the pictures is a believed to be Disney crew member, Disney is investigating and you can read that story here.

To slightly change the subject what can you do if your iPhone is stolen? Other than the usual report to police, hope the thief uploads pictures so you can track it down easier, is to activate/configure the MobileMe. This technology allows you to lock your phone, wipe the contents off, or leave a message on the screen but act quickly the MobileMe service ends June 30, 2012. It's moving to the Cloud too! Here's the link to the support message moving to iCloud

You can get The Find My iPhone App through iTunes it's also available for iPad, iTouch and the Mac.

My son has his iPhone 4 stolen but sadly he didn't configure MobileMe he thought it was automatic so he had to get a new phone bummer.

Image via WikipediaWell the day has finally arrived well almost it's Verizon's iPhone Eve. Tomorrow 2/9/2011 you can order online and Thursday 2/10/2011 you can order your Verizon iPhone 4 in stores.

Woo hoo although I already have a iPhone thru AT&T, I'm happy for the Verizon customers. I was a satisfied customer for years until my son wanted the iPhone and of course at the time there was only one option AT&T so we had to switch.

According to Version their iPhone 4 pre-orders where phenomenal an estimated 500,000 sold and many of their customers should have their new iPhone in their hands today. Won't they be amazed at all the awesome apps that make the iPhone so unique and an absolute must have to own.

Here are some of my favorites...

Kindle - I can read my Kindle books on my iPhone this is great when you have to go to an appointment and you don't want to carry anything with you.

Red Laser - No its not a game it scans anything with a bar code and tells you where you can buy it. I can't help myself I show it to all my friends and we run around scanning stuff in their house. Okay I realize I need to get a life but its still fun.

Steptrack Lite - It's a pretty accurate pedometer I like it when I remember to turn it on.

HeyTell - It's some sort of walkie talkie type app my son put on my iPhone when he was here for Christmas. He and his friends could talk to each other within a certain distances like you could a walkie talkie. I haven't used it he went back to California and I'm in West Virgina can you hear me now son, no I don't think so.

Voice Memos - You know what they say about talking to yourself...But in this case it's good since you can remind yourself to do stuff.

Otterbox Defender case - No it's not a app it is a word of caution protect your investment, it is well worth the 50 - 60 dollars to help safeguard your iPhone.

Well again congratulations to the new wave of iPhone users from Verizon I hope you enjoy your iPhone!

The Washington Post had an article about a fellow suing Apple because his daughter dropped their iPhone 4 and the glass shattered, he is seeking reimbursement for the phone and repair costs.

What do you say to that? Although I feel for the man when I bought my iPhone they were 300.00 bucks. I bought a case to protect it at the same time, my son who picked up the 16gb at 400.00 didn't guess whose phone shattered?

When I upgraded to the 3GS the AT&T people took my old phone out of the case and despite being about one and half years old it looked brand new. In fact, I gave it to a family member and they did not have a clue it was not a new phone.

I bought an Otterbox case for my new iPhone and although it makes it bulkier in my pocket there is no way I would go without out. It’s not like dropping a pair of $5.00 sunglasses you know.

The comments on the article ranged from duh, like no kidding, they are made of glass to a couple folks agreeing that when Apple makes statements on its website the glass is helicopter strength, it is misleading people to believe the glass case is stronger than it really is. That is why they are suing for misleading consumers.

Here’s the text straight from the Apple website

“All the breakthrough technology in iPhone 4 is situated between two glossy panels of aluminosilicate glass — the same type of glass used in the windshields of helicopters and high-speed trains. Chemically strengthened to be 20 times stiffer and 30 times harder than plastic, the glass is ultradurable and more scratch resistant than ever. It’s also recyclable.”

The statement about being recyclable that just made me laugh sorry. Yep, you drop it and you will end up recycling the glass and cell for sure. Sometimes the glass can be repaired and other times you need a new iPhone.

So what do you think, honestly, if you dropped your iPhone would you sue Apple or would you take responsibility?

In addition, since I do not have the iPhone 4 I cannot comment on the screen cracking easier than the iPhone 3 or 3GS any thoughts on that?

Here's the link to the original article

They say nothing is certain in life except death and taxes well how about iPhone’s and taxes?

Tax season is here are you ready? You are if you have an iPhone. By the end of January, you should have your W-2's in hand and be ready to visit your local tax preparers office to file your 2010 Federal and State income tax.

Oh, wait you don’t have to go to the office in fact you can file your income tax from about anywhere with SnapTax Mobile App for iPhone one of many Turbo Tax programs. While previously available only in California the SnapTax Mobile App for the iPhone is available nationwide.

The SnapTax app uses OCR (optical character recognition) to take a photo of your W-2's then transfers the data onto the tax return. It will ask you a few questions then snap your taxes are done, you confirm then electronically file.

Therefore, if you are apple oops able to file a 1040EZ form you should be good to go. While the iPhone app is free, you will have to pay TurboTax 15.00 to prepare and file the forms.

Here is a video demonstrating just how simple this process is.

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AT&T has extended a small hand for those who want to have the unlimited data plan, which as we know will be killed off as of Monday June 7th. The catch here is that as long as you have purchased an iPad before the 7th you will still be able to get the unlimited data plan for $29.99.

This is according to the post over on the NYT Bits Blog;

June 6th is the last day you can get the unlimited data plan if you haven't ordered your iPad now would be a good time to do so.

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Now this looks promising I can get my Amazon Kindle books on my iPhone, this is what's coming...

With the launch of the iPad and the iBookstore, and the distinct possibility the store will make the transition to the iPhone for OS 4, digital books could be seen as the next piece of the App Store puzzle – another product to revolutionize. But even without the iBookstore, eBooks are easily accessible on the iPhone using existing apps such as Amazon’s Kindle or Stanza. There is however, now another way.

You Can’t Always Get What You Want (iTunes link) is the memoir of Sam Cutler, tour manager for the Rolling Stones and the Grateful Dead at the end of the ’60s. Originally published in print form in 2008, it has now become a standalone iPhone application containing the entire book narrated by Cutler, plus a sprinkling of multimedia content too. This represents the first of its kind, in North America anyway, and literary content aside, could be seen as a testbed for many a writer struggling to find an outlet for their work.

The app is designed to be listened too rather than read, as Cutler’s narration starts when you open a chapter and the base of the screen has controls for forward, reverse and pause. Naturally, his voice suits his words perfectly, although its tone isn’t conducive to sleep; so those who love to listen and drift away at night may not find You Can’t Always Get What You Want the most relaxing experience!

I bet that is a great read er, hear, I imagine Sam saw some interesting things in his lifetime. If you are just one of those folks that would prefer to read the book on your own, click the link You Can't Always Get What You Want

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Tonight I'm going to mention a handy little app I use occasionally called Shazam if you haven't heard about it yet it's really quite fetching. I mean that literally...have you ever heard a song on the radio and couldn't remember the name, well that is where Shazam comes in. You hear a song, you activate the app, it listens to the song and amazingly brings you back the name and artist. It's really cool, often you have the chance to buy a ringtone or watch a youtube video.

If the song is real old and not mainstream it may not find it, but all in all it's a neato, cool app especially for us folks that don't have satellite radio.

The iPhone G3 car charger most essential to have especially for cross country trips. I have a iPhone car charger, my son doesn't (or a license yet either, but he has a car)

So let me tell you a story about why you should have a car charger or two...My son, a very handsome young marine was recently stationed at Camp Pendleton his dad drove him (in his car he doesn't have a license to drive yet) cross country to California.

I let my son borrow my iPhone car charger and GPS too, knowing my ex would drive nearly straight thru and not stop in a hotel to charge the phone, or to sleep. It's some sort of Man Thing.

It made perfect sense, I could check on my son during his estimated 3 day trip to Cali from WV without appearing to worry. Without the iPhone G3 car charger I would have lost contact with my son after about the first day. (He's a texting machine and wears that iPhone out!)

My plan worked beautifully we spoke several times during the trip. My ex dropped off the son at the base, hopped a plane with my car charger and GPS and returned them to me, although it was several days later. I really missed my car charger (not as much as my son of course) you don't realize how convenient they are until yours goes missing. I highly recommend getting a car charger or two!

Like the Scosche Premium Car Charger for the Apple iPhone / iPod - IPCHRG - It's less expensive than the iPhone original. Take the extra money stick it in your gas tank and enjoy a long ride to wherever you might want to go, cause with it your minutes might run out but your battery won't.

Cartier withdrew it's lawsuit against Apple over the look a like famous wristwatch application "Fake Watch", which was pulled from the app store. Ha, just as I suspected!

The missing application I mean, I didn't know how the lawsuit would go, apparently not at all.

Well that's all folks!

Have a blessed Memorial Day, and thank God for our Service Men and Women regardless of how you feel about them, it takes courage to serve. God Bless my son PFC Pepper USMC.

It appears that Apple is being sued by Cartier the Jeweler over an application that resembles a watch made 92 years ago named the "Tank".

A third party company Digitopolis Co create the app "Fake Watch" which resembles look a like famous wristwatches.

I did a search at the app store today and couldn't find any app named Fake Watch, I also did a search for Digitopolis Co and they had 4 apps but the app in question was not found.

I wonder if they snatched it? Comments about the suing ranged both in favor of Apple being punished to the full extent of the law and Cartier for being silly.

Since I couldn't find the application I did look up the Cartier Tank Watch, you have got to see this to believe it. Cartier American Tank - W26019L1 Ladies Watch

i don't know about you but i love my iPhone, i've had it for a couple months now and found a few useful apps, which i'll talk about at a later time. You may have noticed my i's are not capped, i'm not sure if i will keep that up through the whole blog but we will see :)