Smartphones How-Tos
How To: Access and browser the Internet on a T-Mobile myTouch 4G
Surf the web on your myTouch 4G! This clip will teach you how to use and control the phone's built-in web browser. Whether you're the proud owner of a T-Mobile myTouch 4G Google Android smartphone or are merely toying with the idea of picking one up sometime in the near future, you're sure to be well served by this brief, official video tutorial from the folks at T-Mobile. For complete instructions, watch the video!
How To: Download apps from the Android Market on a T-Mobile myTouch 4G
Find and download new apps to a myTouch 4G with the Android Market! This clip will teach you how. Whether you're the proud owner of a T-Mobile myTouch 4G Google Android smartphone or are merely toying with the idea of picking one up sometime in the near future, you're sure to be well served by this brief, official video tutorial from the folks at T-Mobile. For complete instructions, watch the video!
How To: Use the Faves Gallery widget on a T-Mobile myTouch 4G
Create and edit favorites with the Faves Gallery widget on your myTouch 4G! This clip will teach you everything you'll need to know to shoot high-quality, high-definition video. Whether you're the proud owner of a T-Mobile myTouch 4G Google Android smartphone or are merely toying with the idea of picking one up sometime in the near future, you're sure to be well served by this brief, official video tutorial from the folks at T-Mobile. For complete instructions, watch the video!
How To: Browse and view pictures and videos on a T-Mobile myTouch 4G
Use the myTouch 4G's Gallery app to browse between captured pictures and videos! Whether you're the proud owner of a T-Mobile myTouch 4G Google Android smartphone or are merely toying with the idea of picking one up sometime in the near future, you're sure to be well served by this brief, official video tutorial from the folks at T-Mobile. For complete instructions, watch the video!
How To: Make voice commands with the Genius Button on a T-Mobile myTouch 4G
Make voice commands on your myTouch 4G! This clip will teach you everything you'll need to know to use the myTouch 4G's Genius Button. Whether you're the proud owner of a T-Mobile myTouch 4G Google Android smartphone or are merely toying with the idea of picking one up sometime in the near future, you're sure to be well served by this brief, official video tutorial from the folks at T-Mobile. For complete instructions, watch the video!
How To: Set up and use a Gmail account with a T-Mobile myTouch 4G smartphone
Use your Gmail as your primary email account on your myTouch 4G! This clip will teach you everything you'll need to know to set up and use a Gmail address. Whether you're the proud owner of a T-Mobile myTouch 4G Google Android smartphone or are merely toying with the idea of picking one up sometime in the near future, you're sure to be well served by this brief, official video tutorial from the folks at T-Mobile. For complete instructions, watch the video!
How To: Use the Media Room app on a T-Mobile myTouch 4G smartphone
Turn your myTouch 4G into a media center! This clip will teach you everything you'll need to know to use the Media Room app. Whether you're the proud owner of a T-Mobile myTouch 4G Google Android smartphone or are merely toying with the idea of picking one up sometime in the near future, you're sure to be well served by this brief, official video tutorial from the folks at T-Mobile. For complete instructions, watch the video!
How To: Use the Screen Share feature on a T-Mobile myTouch 4G
Use your myTouch 4G to beam videos and music to your DLNA-enabled devices! In this clip, you'll learn everything you need to know to use the Screen Share feature. Whether you're the proud owner of a T-Mobile myTouch 4G Google Android smartphone or are merely toying with the idea of picking one up sometime in the near future, you're sure to be well served by this brief, official video tutorial from the folks at T-Mobile. For complete instructions, watch the video!
How To: Set up and get started using a T-Mobile myTouch 4G smartphone
Learn how to set up [/topic/myTouch-4G] myTouch 4G! In this clip, you'll learn everything you need to know to set themes and personalize your home screen. Whether you're the proud owner of a T-Mobile myTouch 4G Google Android smartphone or are merely toying with the idea of picking one up sometime in the near future, you're sure to be well served by this brief, official video tutorial from the folks at T-Mobile. For complete instructions, watch the video!
How To: Take pictures with a T-Mobile myTouch 4G smartphone
Use your [/topic/myTouch-4G] myTouch 4G as a digital camera! With the phone's built-in 5 megapixel camera, there's no reason not to. This clip will teach you everything you'll need to know. Whether you're the proud owner of a T-Mobile myTouch 4G Google Android smartphone or are merely toying with the idea of picking one up sometime in the near future, you're sure to be well served by this brief, official video tutorial from the folks at T-Mobile. For complete instructions, watch the video!
How To: Video chat with friends and family on a T-Mobile myTouch 4G smartphone
Use your [/topic/myTouch-4G] myTouch 4G to video chat! In this clip, you'll learn everything you need to know to set up a Qik account and video conference with your friends, family and coworkers. Whether you're the proud owner of a T-Mobile myTouch 4G Google Android smartphone or are merely toying with the idea of picking one up sometime in the near future, you're sure to be well served by this brief, official video tutorial from the folks at T-Mobile. For complete instructions, watch the video!
How To: Set up an Microsoft Exchange email account on a T-Mobile myTouch 4G
Use your Exchange email account on your [/topic/myTouch-4G] myTouch 4G! In this clip, you'll learn everything you need to know to configure a Microsoft Exchange email account. Whether you're the proud owner of a T-Mobile myTouch 4G Google Android smartphone or are merely toying with the idea of picking one up sometime in the near future, you're sure to be well served by this brief, official video tutorial from the folks at T-Mobile. For complete instructions, watch the video!
How To: Get golden egg 18 in Theme 12 of Angry Birds Ham 'em High
Want to beat level 12-18 of Angry Birds with three stars? Learn how with this quick video walkthrough. While this guide is geared toward iPhone and iPod Touch users in particular, the basic technique will, of course, be the same for the Android version of the game. For all of the details, and to learn how to defeat Level 8 of Theme 12 of Rovio's Angry Birds Ham 'em High for yourself, take a peep.
How To: Beat level 12-15 of Angry Birds Hang 'em High with three stars
Want to beat level 12-15 of Angry Birds with three stars? Learn how with this quick video walkthrough. While this guide is geared toward iPhone and iPod Touch users in particular, the basic technique will, of course, be the same for the Android version of the game. For all of the details, and to learn how to defeat Level 15 of Theme 12 of Rovio's Angry Birds Ham 'em High for yourself, take a peep.
How To: Beat level 12-12 of Angry Birds Ham 'em High with three stars
Want to beat level 12-12 of Angry Birds with three stars? Learn how with this quick video walkthrough. While this guide is geared toward iPhone and iPod Touch users in particular, the basic technique will, of course, be the same for the Android version of the game. For all of the details, and to learn how to defeat Level 12 of Theme 12 of Rovio's Angry Birds Ham 'em High for yourself, take a peep.
How To: Beat level 12-9 of Angry Birds Ham 'em High with three stars
Want to beat level 12-9 of Angry Birds with three stars? Learn how with this quick video walkthrough. While this guide is geared toward iPhone and iPod Touch users in particular, the basic technique will, of course, be the same for the Android version of the game. For all of the details, and to learn how to defeat Level 9 of Theme 12 of Rovio's Angry Birds Ham 'em High for yourself, take a peep.
How To: Beat level 12-7 of Angry Birds Ham 'em High with three stars
Want to beat level 12-7 of Angry Birds with three stars? Learn how with this quick video walkthrough. While this guide is geared toward iPhone and iPod Touch users in particular, the basic technique will, of course, be the same for the Android version of the game. For all of the details, and to learn how to defeat Level 7 of Theme 12 of Rovio's Angry Birds Ham 'em High for yourself, take a peep.
How To: Beat level 12-6 of Angry Birds Ham 'em High with three stars
Want to beat level 12-6 of Angry Birds with three stars? Learn how with this quick video walkthrough. While this guide is geared toward iPhone and iPod Touch users in particular, the basic technique will, of course, be the same for the Android version of the game. For all of the details, and to learn how to defeat Level 6 of Theme 12 of Rovio's Angry Birds Ham 'em High for yourself, take a peep.
How To: Beat level 12-1 of Angry Birds Ham 'em High with three stars
Want to beat level 12-1 of Angry Birds with three stars? Learn how with this quick video walkthrough. While this guide is geared toward iPhone and iPod Touch users in particular, the basic technique will, of course, be the same for the Android version of the game. For all of the details, and to learn how to defeat Level 1 of Theme 12 of Rovio's Angry Birds Ham 'em High for yourself, take a peep.
How To: Extend your Android's battery life with Advanced Task Killer
Battery drain is one of the biggest issues with Android phones, but with proper power management it is possible to do something about it. Advanced Task Killer is a free app with customizable settings that shuts down apps that are no longer being utilized. This informative video takes you step by step through the different configuration settings.
How To: Create a "Hello World" application for Android
Develop your own Android app by following along this informative video. After installing the Eclipse IDE and the Android development environment, the walkthrough shows you the steps of compiling prewritten code into an Android app and viewing it on an emulator. Next, a step-by-step process to creating a simple "Hello World" app is demonstrated and explained.
How To: Disassemble your iPhone 4 and remove the internal components
Well, you've opened up your iPhone 4 and taken the battery out. Now, you want to remove the LCD display and the logic board and the phone's proximity sensor. Apple doesn't like you doing it, but this great, step-by-step guide shows you clearly just how to do it.
How To: Disassemble the back of your iPhone 4 and remove the battery
Well, Apple may not want you to do it but you just can't help yourself, you want to get inside that beautiful iPhone 4 and see what's inside. This clear, detailed guide shows how to remove the back panel, safely get inside your iPhone and remove your battery as well.
How To: Send and receive text messages on an LG Cosmos Touch
Send text messages on your LG Cosmos Touch cell phone! Whether you're the new owner of an LG Cosmos or merely thinking about picking one up, you're sure to enjoy this video guide from the folks at Wireless Zone, which presents a complete overview of how to use the phone's various messaging tools.
How To: Set and use shortcuts on an LG Cosmos Touch
Learn how to create and use shortcuts on an LG Cosmos Touch through use of the shorcut bin! Whether you're the new owner of an LG Cosmos or merely thinking about picking one up, you're sure to enjoy this video guide from the folks at Wireless Zone, which presents a complete overview of how to use the phone's shortcut tools.
How To: Use the Setup Wizard to set up an LG Cosmos Touch
Before you can get started using an LG Cosmos Touch phone, it stands to reason that you'll need to set it up. This video will show you how to do just that. Whether you're the new owner of an LG Cosmos or merely thinking about picking one up, you're sure to enjoy this guide from the folks at Wireless Zone. Take a look.
How To: Beat level 24 of Angry Birds Seasons with three stars
Beat the twenty-fourth level of Angry Birds Seasons with three stars! On December 1st, Rovio released their version of an advent calendar—Angry Birds Seasons (aka "Angry Birds Christmas"). Each day leading up to the Christmas holiday, a new level will become available to Angry Birds enthusiasts worldwide. Stuck? No problem: YouTube's 23hathman has pledged to post a three-star walkthrough for each of the game's levels. In this, the December 24th installment, we learn how to beat level 24.
How To: Use Skype 3.0 for iPhone to Make Video Calls
We've all been waiting for it, and now it's finally here— Video Skype for the iPhone 4. It's no longer just a voice over the phone, now you can finally see those rosy-red cheeks of your fellow Skyper, and maybe even their underwear. Check out the official Skype for iPhone - now with video commercial: So how do you do the Skype iPhone video? It's so easy, I'm sure you can figure it out.
How To: Connect a Windows Mobile Device to a Computer
Connecting your new smartphone gadget to your desktop isn't just connecting these products with a USB cord. It is important to sync them to allow the transfer of data from your smartphone to your computer and vice-versa. This is desired if you wish to transfer information including images, music in addition to daily schedules from the PC to your portable phone.
HowTo: Text For Free (Smartphones Only)
Gizmodo has compiled a list of the 8 best free texting apps for a variety of smartphones. Their favorite pick? Google Voice. No charges, no ads, and doubles as a second phone line.
How To: Place & receive Internet calls on your Google Nexus S phone with SIP
If you've got Android 2.3 Gingerbread running on your Google Nexus S smartphone, try out this cool feature. Set up a SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) account, and you'll be able to make Internet calls over Wi-Fi. You'll be able to talk to anyone with VoIP.
How To: How Much Does Your Smartphone Cost to Build?
Gizmodo's interactive breakdown of the iPhone 4, Blackberry Torch, Nokia N8, and Google's Nexus One examines the wholesale cost of hardware versus the end retail price, as well as how each company prioritizes each category below:
How To: Use a Mac computer and Pwnagetool to jailbreak an Apple TV
Apple TV, like most Apple products, places a lot of restrictions on users in the name of ease-of-use and control. If you want to assert your power and remove those restrictions, jailbreaking is your best option. This video will show you how to use a Mac and Pwnagetool to jailbreak your Apple TV and start using it the way you want to, not the way Apple wants you to.
How To: Jailbreak a 4.2.1 firmware iPod Touch, iPhone, or iPad with Redsn0w 0.9.6b4
If you've downloaded the latest iOS version, 4.2.1, and haven't jailbroken your device yet, you've come to the right video. It will teach you how to use Redsn0w to jailbreak your device and install new firmware from here. Now you can whatever you want with your iDevice.
How To: Beat level 20 of Angry Birds Seasons with three stars
Beat the twentieth level of Angry Birds Seasons with three stars! On December 1st, Rovio released their version of an advent calendar—Angry Birds Seasons (aka "Angry Birds Christmas"). Each day leading up to the Christmas holiday, a new level will become available to Angry Birds enthusiasts worldwide. Stuck? No problem: YouTube's 23hathman has pledged to post a three-star walkthrough for each of the game's levels. In this, the December 20th installment, we learn how to beat level 20.
How To: Root the New Nexus S Smartphone Running Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
It was bound to happen. And just as anticipated, it took less than a day before someone successfully rooted the new Nexus S smartphone from Google and Samsung.
How To: Beat level 17 of Angry Birds Seasons with three stars
Beat the seventeenth level of Angry Birds Seasons with three stars! On December 1st, Rovio released their version of an advent calendar—Angry Birds Seasons (aka "Angry Birds Christmas"). Each day leading up to the Christmas holiday, a new level will become available to Angry Birds enthusiasts worldwide. Stuck? No problem: YouTube's 23hathman has pledged to post a three-star walkthrough for each of the game's levels. In this, the December 17th installment, we learn how to beat level 17.
How To: Beat level 16 of Angry Birds Seasons with three stars
Beat the sixteenth level of Angry Birds Seasons with three stars! On December 1st, Rovio released their version of an advent calendar—Angry Birds Seasons (aka "Angry Birds Christmas"). Each day leading up to the Christmas holiday, a new level will become available to Angry Birds enthusiasts worldwide. Stuck? No problem: a number of YouTube users have pledged to post a three-star walkthrough for each of the game's levels. In this, the December 16th installment, we learn how to beat level 16.
How To: Beat Angry Birds level 3-15 with three stars
One wonders whether these are gambling junkie pigs locked up in the basement of this large building covered in dice. Oh well, best blow them up anyway after watching this video and learning how to beat level 3-15 of Angry Birds with three stars.
How To: Beat Angry Birds level 3-13 with three stars
Your target in level 3-13 of Angry Birds is not so much a pig fortress but a series of pig-defended hilltops. Still no problem for a properly trained bird army. Watch the video for a guide to beating level 3-13 with three stars.