Smartphones: Page 58

Want to get more information about the battery status of your iPhone and iPod Touch? Ever wanted a nifty little percentage display to show you exactly how much battery juice you have left? iPhone 3GS owners have this installed by default, but Apple seems to have forgotten about the rest of us. That is no reason for the rest of us to be left out though. This quick video shows you how to get that. Find out where to download this useful app, install it, and then have the battery information...

This video shows you how to jailbreak and unlock the iPhone 2G as well as jailbreaking the iPod 1st and 2nd generation with the 3.1.3 firmware.

When you need to gather information without anyone knowing you will need to utilize covert audio surveillance. There are a variety of ways and technique to most effectively get the information you need.

Magicmattman1 teaches you how to get free Verizon ringtones. You will need a Verizon phone and iTunes. Start iTunes and go to Preferences. Then go to Import settings and set it to MP3 Encoder. Click Custom, set it to 96 kbps and click Ok. Right click on a song, click Get Info, then Options. Here you have to uncheck Start time and click Ok. Start the song and see which 30 seconds you want as your ringtone. Now go back and enter the values you want for start and stop time. Right click and select...

This video walks you through how to jailbreak an iPhone 3GS using a Windows operating system. Warning: This tutorial only covers the 3.0 iPhone firmware on the iPhone 3GS. If you are using a different version of the iPhone or a different firmware version, this video is not for you. The author also states he does not know if this process works on Vista, as he's tried it on Vista and has had problems. He demonstrates using Windows XP.Jail breaking allows you customize your phone by allowing you...

The presenter of this tutorial demonstrates how to unlock an iPhone 3G or 3GS using blacksn0w firmware 3.1.2, so you can use it with any mobile carrier company that you want. The tutorial includes 3 main steps: (1) click on the black icon that was added by Blacksn0w software, (2) install "snow", (3) insert your SIM card, and wait. After a minute or so, the presenter shows that that his mobile carrier company is presented as the current carrier and cellular/Wi-Fi supplier.Blacksn0w is related to...

This is a video tutorial on how to unlock an iPhone 3g or iPhone 3gs with Blacksnow. Tap on Cydia and select manage>sources>edit>add and add the source [http://www.blackrain.com]. Now wait for loading to complete. Then tap on blackrain.com>blacksnow>install. You need to install blacksnow to unlock your iPhone 3g or iPhone 3gs. The installation may make a few moments. Once the software is installed to your iPhone 3g or iPhone 3gs, insert your SIM card. Now you can see the service provider's logo...

The video describes how to Jailbreak & Unlock your 1st generation iPhone 2G version 3.1.3 and Jail breaking iPhone 3G on version 3.1.3 using Redsnow. The person says that the first and foremost thing to do is to update or restore your iPhone to 3.1.3 version and also remove the SIM from the iPhone. Then you have to download two files from the video description, then launch Redsnow. Then you have to browse the 3.1.2 file that was downloaded already and click on open and then on the next button....

This method works for anything except sidekicks. First open your browser then in the address bar go to MYXERTONES. Look through the site and choose a ring tone that you think you might like. Click the song and upload it, then type in your phone number, or edit the song to just get the part you like. Make sure you keep in mind that this is a free service. The song will take a while to download, but as long as you have a web enabled phone, it should work.

This video explains how to install and uninstall applications on the iPhone or iPod touch. You click on the installer icon on the iPhone or iPod touch and it provides a list of installable applications that are available in the app store. You can then scroll through these applications and select any application that you want to install on your device. Once you have selected the application, you just click on the install button at the bottom of the screen and the application will be installed on...

This video will show you how to use the map function on your iPhone. Follow these steps to use the map function on your iPhone: From the Home screen, tap 'maps' to open the Map window. Use your finger to navigate and scroll around the map. Pinch your fingers apart and you will zoom in to the location, pinch your fingers together and you will zoom out. You can use your GPS to track where you are by tapping the Tracking icon. If you wish to search for a location, simply tap on the Search field...

In this video brought to us by Google Nexus One, we are shown how to use the new Nexus One Android Phone. The demonstrator starts off by showing us how to use the phone's dial pad. A benefit of the Android is that you can use your apps while on a phone call. Next, she explains the different ways you can use the call log. She then suggests that if you have people that you call very frequently, you should enter them into your favorites list. You are also shown how to transfer your music and...

Are you curious as to how to jailbreak the 3.0 Beta 3 on your iPod Touch/iPhone? In order for the instructions in the video to work you must own a 1G iPod or iPhone as the 2G will not work. The instructions are very easy to follow and you will be able to access the 3.0 Beta 3 on your phone in no time at all. If you don't know what jailbreaking is it allows iPod or iPhone users to run any type of code on your device as opposed to only running codes that are approved by Apple.

This short video demonstrates how you can play music on your iPhone or iPod Touch. Open the music bar on your phone. It is usually in the bottom left corner of the screen. The list of songs available appears on the screen. Scroll through it to select a song. If you flip the mobile phone in a horizontal position icons of the song albums can be seen and you can select a song from there. You can also select the option of albums or artists, depending on how you prefer to find the song you wish to...

In this video Darci Larocque of Swirl Solutions is demonstrating how to quickly switch between callers on your Blackberry. Often if you are talking to a person and someone else calls, you need not hang up the call. You can simply use the Flash feature to switch between the two calls without hanging any of them. While you are on a call , you can just click on menu and you will get a flash option. This will flip you between two callers. This is a great tip for Blackberry users.

In this video you will learn how to force restore your iPod Touch or iPhone. If your force restart does not work, follow these steps to restore your iPod Touch: Press the button at the top and the button at the front at the same time, as if you are going to force restart. Hold both buttons in until your device shuts off. When the Apple logo appears, let go of the top button. Now plug it into iTunes and click the restore button. Your device is now clean.

If you want to know how to use the web browser on your Nokia N97, you should watch this video. On the home screen, tap the Web icon. Bookmarks screen appears. On the right side of the screen there are icons present namely: Exit, Add Bookmark, Go to Web Address, Delete, and Options. Type in your desired URL and tap Go To after tapping the Go to Web Address icon and a URL textbox appears at the bottom. Wait for the webpage to load. If you want to display some options, tap the Expand Sidebar icon...

The video shows how to play Guitar Hero on your iPhone or iPod Touch. Guitar Hero is a free download from iTunes. Open the application named Tap Tap Revenge and choose a category of music you want to play. As the ball comes towards you, tap on the screen. Tap on where it says "tap here." This application is one of the best sellers in iTunes store so try it.

1. This video describes how to use the application Infinidock for the iPhone and iPod Touch. This is used to set how many icons to be placed per page, this Infinidock Cracked is doing full document customization like scrolling, adjustable icon amounts and can add as many icons as you want. We can download and install in the phone 2.For using Infinidock first click the "Settings" and select the Infinidock into that you can see the "icons per page" options now you can add the number of icons you...

Do you want to learn how to view or display your iPhone or iPod screen on your Mac? This video will teach you how to do so in just 3 minutes.

Here you will see how to change the ringtone on your iPhone Follow these steps to change the ringtone on your iPhone: From the Home Screen tap Settings Sounds. Here you can input all kinds of settings, for example silent mode, vibrate, etc. Tap Ringtone, and tap the ringtone you wish to change. When you are done tap Sounds and change any other settings you wish to.

Here you will be shown how to find your iPhone or iPod Touch if you were to lose it. Add this application so that you will be able to find your iPhone or iPod Touch if you were to lose it. Go to the App store and do a search for "If Found". it is a free application by MobilityWare. Install and type in the needed information. Use this as your wallpaper. The person who finds your phone does not know your code, so they will not be able to see your personal things. All they will be able to see is...

Hooked on social networking? The internet capability on your Blackberry Curve guarantees you won't ever have to go a minute without checking your facebook. Update pictures, upload applications, send messages and those creepy hatching eggs. Watch this video cell phone tutorial and learn how to use facebook on a Blackberry Curve.

Take a picture any time you want, as long as you've got that Blackberry Curve handy. The camera in the mobile phone is equipped with 2.0 megapixels, digital zoom, built-in flash, and a self-portrait mirror. Watch this video cell phone tutorial and learn how to capture photgraphs on a Blackberry Curve.

A full QWERTY keyboard makes typing out a text message simple on the Blackberry Curve. Short cut keys may take some time to get used to, but once mastered, texting will only take a second. Watch this video cell phone tutorial and learn how to send an SMS text message on a Blackberry Curve.

Lost and don't want to stop and ask for directions? Your Blackberry Curve comes equipped with a global positioning system, GPS, navigator. Watch this video cell phone tutorial and learn how to use the GPS on a Blackberry Curve.

Bluetooth capability allows your mobile phone to connect to a computer, lap top, a wireless head set, or even your car. With most states rushing to pass no cell phones while driving laws, a Bluetooth device keeps you connected. Watch this video cell phone tutorial and learn how to hook up and use the Bluetooth features on your Blackberry Curve.

This video will show you how to use the camera of Nokia N97. To use the camera of Nokia N97: Turn on the camera and open the lens cover or press the Capture key. In your view finder, you can see: Exit icon, Camera icon, Flash icon ,Expand Toolbar and Options icon. Tap the screen to use the Zoom Slider. You can zoom in or out by scrolling the Zoom Slider. To take a photo, tap the Camera icon. Once a photo is taken, another icons appear: Back icon, Message icon, Email icon, Trash Can icon, and...

Learn how to send an instant message on your iPhone. Tap the Messaging Icon with your finger. To compose a new message, tap the New Text icon in the upper-right hand corner. Enter a phone number or a name from your contact list into the "To:" field. Type in text message using the keyboard at the bottom of the screen. When message is complete, tap Send. To return to message list, tap the Messaging Icon again. To text a reply to a previous conversation, tap on that conversation, add text and tap...

Learn how to properly charge your iPhone or iPod Touch in simple steps. Whenever you charge you iPhone let it charge until your battery is completely full. If you unplug in between that point will become the maximum capacity of the battery. Remember not empty you battery charge completely while using your iPhone. Don't use your computer often to charge your battery, it would be wise to use a charger. Whenever you are not using your iPhone make sure to keep it locked.

Two to Three Minute App Reviews gives an introduction to operating the camcorder app on the iPhone. Open the app, which opens just like your camera app. Tap the "record" button to start recording your video. When you are finished recording your video, tap the "stop" button, which will bring up your recently recorded videos. Choose the file you have just recorded. To export the file to email or save to your iPhone, tap the "export" button.

Here you will see how to add a contact to the address book of a Nokia N97. Follow these steps to add a contact to your Nokia M97's address book: From the home screen, tap the "Contacts" icon and then tap "Add New Contact". Enter in the contact information and tap "Done". Tap "Exit" to return to the home screen. To set a contact as one of your favorite contacts, tap "Add to Favorites", and select the contact you wish to add as a favorite. Tap "OK" You can also do things such as add a called ID...

George3694 will show you how to jailbreak an iPhone or iPod touch firmware 3.0. This will work on the iPod touch first and second generation, the iPhone original and 3GS. Download Red snow software from the link provided. Click on browse download firmware and put it on your desktop. Next upload the firmware to your device. Install both features, make sure your device is plugged in and turned off. Follow the instructions and put device in DF mode. Just wait as the software loads to your...

In this video from George3694 of TheiPhonePress he explains how to edit your iPhone or iPod system strings using Winterboard. First you download the system strings folder from the link provided in the comments section. Then click all the way into SpringBoard.strings. Once in there you change the original strings to the ones you like. So for instance you can change "slide to unlock" to "slide to unleash" on your iPhone. After you change it you can close and save it. Then you launch your SSH...

Blackra1n is one of the easiest jailbreak programs made. This jailbreak works for iPod Touch 1G, 2G, and the iPhone 1G and 3G. For an iPhone 3GS or an iPod 3G, this will be a tethered jailbreak, meaning that if you want to reboot your device, you will have to reconnect it to your computer and re-jailbreak. For iPhones, it will also update your base band, meaning that if you were using a service provider that wasn't AT&T, it will reset it to use AT&T again. This jailbreak is very easy. Go to...

On GetConnectedTV, Darci Larocque, Blackberry Expert, explains how to change fonts on your Blackberry. Have you ever wanted to change your Blackberry font and perhaps make it bigger? From the home screen, scroll to the wrench and hit options. Then, scroll down to the screen and the keyboard. Where it says, "font family" and "font size" you can change it. Hit the space bar and the phrase "the quick brown fox" changes. Press escape and save and you'll see that your font is different.

Have you ever hated the latest version of an app? Wish you could go back to the version you had before? This video will show you how you can revert to the previous version of an application that you have recently updated.

In this video Darci Lorocque from Swirl Solutions gives a very handy and useful tip for Blackberry users. She says that you don't have to type apostrophes while you are sending text messages or emails or using Blackberry messenger. The apostrophe is automatically typed by the Blackberry. So for example if you want to write the word "Don't", you will simply type "Dont" in your Blackberry and as soon as the space button is hit the apostrophe will be added automatically.

This instructional video by GoogleNexusOne shows you the features and how to set up a recently unboxed Nexus One Android phone. First the functions of the indicators and buttons are explained, and the different ports and jack are highlighted. After that the back of the phone is opened and the locations of the slots for the SIM card and the microSD card are shown, as well as how to insert the battery. Set up the phone as instructed after reading the documentation, sign in with your gmail account...

iPodTouchHelping teaches you how to Jailbreak version 3.1.2 iPhone and iPod using Blackra1n. Connect your iPod or iPhone to your computer and make sure it appears in iTunes. You need to go to Blackra1n and click on the Windows icon. Download the program and run it. Click Make it rain in the Blackra1n application. You might get some error messages, just ignore them. The process will finish and the device will reboot. You will see the Blackra1n icon on your device, tap that and select Cydia and...