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How To: Remove your sim card out of your iPhone

In this tutorial, we learn how to remove the SIM card out of an iPhone. First, turn your phone all the way off, then insert a pin into the top hole next to the circular button. Insert this until the SIM card pops out of the hole next to it. There will be a cover along with it, just set this aside. Now, your phone will tell you that there is no SIM card located in your phone. You can replace this with another SIM card or put yours back in. This is the most simple way to take out your card, so ...

How To: Get six icon rows for iPod Touch or iPhone

In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to get a six icon row on an iPod Touch or iPhone. Users will need to have their device jail-broken. Begin by opening the Cydia application and click on the Search icon. Type "Six" into the search bar. Then scroll down the list and select the Six Rows tweak. Now click on Install and click on Confirm to continue. When it has finished downloading, click on Restart Springboard and wait for the device to reboot. This video will benefit those viewers who ha...

How To: Use the flash and both cameras on your new iPhone 4

In this clip, learn all about the brand new cameras on your iPhone 4. The latest iPhone from Apple has made major improvements on the cameras from the older models. Not only do you now have a flash, but you also have TWO fully functioning cameras with great picture resolution for a cell phone. In addition to that, the iPhone 4's new camera has face recognition software, a zoom lens AND an autofocus. There are so many fun things you can do with these cameras from photography to video to two-wa...

How To: Fix Your iPhone 4 Antenna with Scotch Tape

The iPhone 4 is one of the most divisive pieces of consumer electronics ever released. Its defective antenna has ruffled the feathers of even the most diehard Apple enthusiasts. This video will show you how to fix the antennagate issue using only some Scotch tape, which when applied to the proper place, will keep the antenna from grounding itself on the metal piece below, which is what causes the phone to lose signal when you hold it.

How To: Fix your iPhone 4's antenna problem with a bumper case

The iPhone 4 shipped with a poorly designed antenna that can be disabled simply by holding the phone in the manner that most people hold phones. To make matters worse, when asked about it, Steve Jobs responded like the snooty prick that he is, saying that people should just change the extremely natural way in which they have always held phones just to accommodate the iPhone. If you don't want to do that, this video is here to help. It demonstrates how putting a large bumper case on the iPhone...

How To: Control an iPhone from a computer

In this tutorial, we learn how to control an iPhone from a computer. First, go to Google and search for "real vnc". Then, download and install the program. Now, go to your iPhone and open the program "Cydia" up. Once opened, search for a program called "veency" and download and install it. After you reboot, click on "settings", then "wi-fi", then "select your connection", and find what your IP address is. Next open "VNC viewer" on your laptop, and type in the IP address you just got from your...

How To: Update the firmware on the Nokia N900

In this tutorial, we learn how to update the firmware on the Nokia N900. To start, go to your app manager on your phone and make sure the battery is fully charged. Next, click on the "updates" button and wait for your phone to load and search for updates. When it's finished, the updates for the phone will appear. Click on them to download and install them to your phone. You will have the option to backup your data, you can do this if you choose, but you don't have to. When finished, your phon...

How To: Take a picture with your LG GW620

In this Electronics video tutorial you will learn how to take a picture with your LG GW620. First you got to press and hold the camera key on the side of your phone. This will open up the camera options. If you tap the screen you will see the options icons on the side. The various icons are zoom, exposure, flash, macro and settings. On the right hand side you have the back, camera mode and the gallery icons. To take a photo, tap on the camera mode icon. The photo will be clicked and then a li...

How To: Use the iOS 4.0 operating system on an Apple iPhone 3G

This clip presents a general overview of Apple's iOS 4.0. Apple's new iOS 4 for the iPhone and iPod Touch brings with it a host of new features. While that's certainly a cause for celebration, there's also, believe it or not, a downside: learning how to take advantage of them. Happily, the web is awash in helpful video tutorials like this one which make the process a pleasure (and a simple one at that).

How To: Use the digital zoom feature on an iOS 4 mobile device

See how to work with the new digital zoom feature built into iOS 4. Apple's new iOS 4 for the iPhone and iPod Touch brings with it a host of new features. While that's certainly a cause for celebration, there's also, believe it or not, a downside: learning how to take advantage of them. Happily, the web is awash in helpful video tutorials like this one which make the process a pleasure (and a simple one at that).

How To: Access multiple email accounts with the iOS 4 mail app

With this clip, you'll learn how to use iOS4's built-in email application. Apple's new iOS 4 for the iPhone and iPod Touch brings with it a host of new features. While that's certainly a cause for celebration, there's also, believe it or not, a downside: learning how to take advantage of them. Happily, the web is awash in helpful video tutorials like this one which make the process a pleasure (and a simple one at that).

How To: Use application multitasking in Apple's iOS 4

Learn how to multitask when running iOS 4! Apple's new iOS 4 for the iPhone and iPod Touch brings with it a host of new features. While that's certainly a cause for celebration, there's also, believe it or not, a downside: learning how to take advantage of them. Happily, the web is awash in helpful video tutorials like this one which make the process a pleasure (and a simple one at that).

How To: Change iPhone ringtones on the web without software

Changing your iPhone ringtone can be a pain, even in iTunes. Other ways to change your ringtone include downloading software that takes up hard drive space and clogs your applications folder. There is another way, and it's a website called Audiko. It's a website for free ringtones for mobile phones and the iPhone. You just need to follow the instructions on the site and you'll have a new ringtone on your cell phone in no time.

How To: Boost your iPhone battery

Apple iPhone's are the world's best electronic wonder, as of today. The whole world is totally entranced by this cellular devices, but the battery life in them can be a bit annoying. If you're iPhone battery has been dying rapidly after each use, there's one thing you could try to maximize your battery life. Lower the brightness to its minimum level to help it last longer. Eureka!

How To: Remove and replace your iPhone 4 battery

While the iPhone 4G claims to have vastly improved battery life, some are still not impressed. If you are not convinced of your battery's longevity and wish to replace it, check out this clip. Apple won't do this for you and a repair shop will be pricey, but if you follow these instructions you can do it yourself. So, get ready to operate on your smartphone with this helpful tutorial.

How To: Remove and replace the screen on iPhone 4G HD

The iPhone 4 is brand new, but accidents still happen - even right after you get it, right? So, if you have cracked or scratched up your screen and can no longer use it, check out this tutorial. Apple won't fix the damage if they think you did it, and a repair shop will charge tons of money. This tutorial will walk you through how to take the screen off on your own and replace it with a brand new one. Be careful and maybe think about investing in a case next time.

How To: Customize your background wallpaper on iPhone 4G HD

On the new iPhone 4 and in iOS 4 you are able to set a wallpaper as a background. In the past, wallpapers were only used on the lock screen and in this clip, you will see just how easy it is to set the old lock screen as well as the screen behind your app keys. This feature was only available on jailbroken devices in the past and now it is totally safe and made especially for you, by Apple.

How To: Fix any reception issues with your iPhone 4G HD

So.. you spent 200, 300 or even 600 bucks on your new iPhone and now you have no reception! It seems as though Apple was so busy developing cool new apps for it's latest creation that it forgot about the fact that its.. oh right.. also a PHONE. If your new iPhone 4 cuts out every time you hold it, check out this clip. This tutorial will offer some awesome tips and speedy solutions to this annoying problem. So, if you are about to run up to Cupertino and tell Steve Jobs where he can stuff his ...

How To: Use the iMovie app on your iPhone 4G HD

One of the many apps that is currently only available on iPhone 4G HD is iMovie. This app is just like the program on your computer and offers all of the same capabilities. You can even record clips at the last minute with your phone and add them into your Timeline. You can edit a whole movie in the palm of your hand - how cool is that? This app will NOT work on iPhone 3G, 3GS, 2G or iPod Touch, so do not waste your money if you haven't bought the new iPhone 4. Have fun!

How To: Save money on your phone bill & upgrade early for free

In this clip, learn how to make the right phone calls and press the right buttons to "trick" your phone company into giving you a free phone upgrade before you are due. You will also learn how to save money on you phone bill by using a few choice words on the telephone. This trick works for Sprint, Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T, so not matter who your carrier is you will be golden. This clip is hosted by an ex-employee from a cell phone company, so it is full of insider tips.

How To: Get started playing the new Farmville on iPhone app

Farmville is one of the most popular games to ever be played on the Internet and Facebook and now you can play it on your iPhone, too! Take your farm with you wherever you go by installing this free app and connecting it to your Facebook account. Your phone farm will look exactly like your Facebook farm and you will get all the good stuff: push notifications, gifts, crops and everything in between. This tutorial will walk you through the installation, basic set up and controls so you can get ...

How To: Get started with new iPhone 4 & learn the new features

In this tutorial, learn everything you need to know about how to use the new iOS4 on your iPhone 2G, 3G or 3GS. In this clip, get a walkthrough of the update and learn how to use all the new features: multitasking, folders, wallpapers and so much more. If you are unsure how to get up and running or would like to see if updating it right for you - have a look at this helpful video.

How To: Play Farmville on your iPhone or iPod Touch

If you are a Farmville junkie, then you know the pain of being separated from your farm while at work, weddings, or other occasions that demand being away from your computer. This video was made for you. It will teach you how to play Farmville on your iPhone using a free app called CloudBrowse that circumvents the iPhone and iPod Touch's lack of Flash capabilities. If you have one of these powerful tools, you need never let you farm languish again.