The iPhone, which Apple created, is a media device that combines the functionality of a phone, computer, camera, and media player. It features touchscreen technology that allows users to browse the Internet, select files, and run applications by simply touching the screen. The iPhone also supports Bluetooth technology and wireless Internet in order to allow the user to access the Internet and file sharing services from anywhere within the user’s network service range. However, the iPhone’s most important feature is its ability to store and access files in the same Read More

The iPhone has continued to expand its user-base by offering them the ability to talk, email, chat, text, and surf the Internet on a single device. Unfortunately, many iPhone users lose or break their phones, which results in a loss of valuable data. Thankfully, users have the option of backing up all of their phone data, contacts, etc. on their computer in case something happens to the phone. There are also many third-party applications on the market that can be purchased to backup texts. However, the cheapest way to access Read More

The iPhone has become one of the more popular mobile phones used in the world over the past several years. A common task that iPhone users take on is conducting a backup of the iPhone. In order to backup the phone, iPhone users can use iTunes to create a backup of the data stored on it while conducting a sync with the computer. This backup can be used to restore the phone or to transfer the information to a new phone. Starting with iOS 4 and later, encrypted backups can Read More

The iPhone has become a phenomenon. It one of the best looking and practical gadgets ever created and has become a hackers dream come true with many third-party applications becoming available. Initially, Apple refused to support third party apps but the iPhone Development Team created software to jailbreak Apple's lock on apps. However, Apple has recently agreed to allow developers to create third-party apps and today there are a wide variety of applications available for both the iPhone and iPod Touch. However, if you still would like to take advantage Read More

Since Apple first released the iPhone, it has gained significant market share in the mobile phone market world-wide. The phone uses 3G and 4G data services in addition to WiFi connection(s). This allows it to be used as a comprehensive communications device from anywhere data services are available. One of the iPhone’s most popular features is allowing users to set custom ringtones for individual callers, SMS text messages, new email, and alarm settings. A common task that iPhone users face is making new ringtones from popular songs or other audio Read More

The iPhone is one of the most widely purchased smart devices on the market. In the event that the iPhone is going to be sold, given away, traded in, or needs to revert to the original configuration, it may have to be restored to factory settings. The iPhone can be restored either directly from the phone itself or through the Apple iTunes application that the device is synchronized with. How to Restore an iPhone to Factory Settings from iTunes Step 1 – Ensure that the version of iTunes installed on Read More

Installous is an installation package for jailbroken iPhones, iPads, iPods, and other Apple devices that allow users to install “illegal” applications. Illegal applications refer to unofficial applications and those that other Apple users have cracked. This means that Installous previews Apple applications before they are purchased. Installous is free and can be downloaded via Cydia, the online database of portable device applications. The use of Installous and similar programs is commonly referred to as “jailbreaking” and although it was once considered unlawful, it is now perfectly legal. However, there are Read More

Before the iOS 4 was released with the iPhone 4, none was built into the iPhone 3G or previous models. In the iOS4, a folder is considered to be a group of apps that is accessed by tapping a single icon on the iPhone home screen. Once tapped, the home screen main area will slide up, fade, and display the folder contents. Once the apps are displayed, tap on any of the subsequently displayed app icons to open the program. What Are the Limitations on iPhone Folders? In the iOS Read More

The iPhone is one of the most purchased smart phones in the world. Apple engineers are constantly working on software and firmware updates for the phone to improve the phone’s speed and eliminate iOS problems that users and Apple test engineers encounter. The free iTunes software application is used to push free updates for the iPhone that will be automatically installed on the iPhone. How to Update an iPhone Step 1 – Open the iTunes application on the computer used to synch the iPhone. If a dialogue message is displayed Read More

A SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card is a storage device for cell phones and some other types of mobile devices that allows the user to transfer essential information such as contact information, account information, and sometimes pictures, from one device to another. For the most part, a SIM card remains in the user’s phone for the entirety of the device’s usage and will not need to be removed. However, if the user switches to a different phone or the SIM card stops working, he/she needs to remove it and replace Read More