Hot Smartphones How-Tos
How To: Reassemble an HTC Desire smartphone after taking it apart
Put your Desire HTC Desire Google Android smartphone back together after taking it apart. This video presents a step-by-step guide of the reassembly process. To follow along, you will need an air gun to reduce dust, an anti-static (ESD) wrist strap, a wedge, a pair of tweezers, and a small screwdriver.
How To: Remove the Yahoo! search widget on a Motorola Backflip Android smartphone
In this clip, we learn how to get rid of the Motorola Backflip's default Yahoo! search widget. It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this mobile phone owner's guide can present a complete overview of the process in about three minutes. For all of the details, and step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Install a SIM card in a T-Mobile G1 Google Android smartphone
In this clip, we learn how to install a SIM card into a G1 Google Android cell phone. It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this mobile phone owner's guide can present a complete overview of the process in about two minutes. For all of the details, and step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Install a SIM card into a GSM phone like the Motorola Razr2
In this clip, we learn how to install a SIM card into a standard GSM cell phone. It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this mobile phone owner's guide can present a complete overview of the process in about three minutes. For all of the details, and step-by-step instructions, take a look.
How To: Use the Daily Briefing, Calendar, Contacts & Clock apps on a Galaxy Tab
Learn everything you need to know to set up and get started using the apps on a Samsung Samsung Galaxy Tab Google Android tablet. This video guide presents a general overview of the phone's hardware. For all of the details, and to get started using your own Galaxy Tab, watch this video guide.
How To: Connect a Bluetooth headset or car kit to an HTC Desire HD smartphone
It's easy to pair an HTC Desire Z with a Bluetooth-enabled device like a headset or car kit. See how with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Use Face Detection when taking pictures with an HTC Desire Z smartphone
Focus in on what matters with the Desire 7's Face Detection feature! Learn how with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Use camera effects when shooting pictures with an HTC Desire Z smartphone
Spice up your digital photos with filters and effects. See how with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Use the Notifications panel on an HTC Desire HD smartphone
Manage and read your alerts with the Desire HD's Notification's panel. Learn how to use it with this quick, official tutorial from HTC.
How To: Use the People widget on an HTC Desire Z smartphone
The Desire Z's People widget gives you an easy-to-navigate visual index of all of your friends and contacts. Learn how to use it with this quick, official tutorial from HTC.
How To: Use the official Google Voice app on an Apple iPhone 4 (iOS 4.2)
Learn how to use the official Google Voice app on an Apple iPhone 4! Specifically, this video guide from IntoMobile addresses how to choose a number, create and edit contacts, make and receive phone calls, write SMS text messages and set up push notifications. For detailed, step-by-step instructions, and to get started using Google Voice on your own Apple iPhone 4, take a look.
How To: Use the Friend Stream widget on an HTC Desire Z smartphone
The Desire Z's Friend Stream app makes it a snap to keep up with all of your friends' Twitter and Facebook status updates. Learn how to use it with this quick, official video guide from HTC.
How To: Use the Smart Dial feature on an HTC Desire HD Google Android smartphone
The Desire 7's Smart Dial autocomplete tool makes dialing numbers a snap. Learn how to use it with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Rearrange the tabs and apps on an HTC Desire Z smartphone
Share your HTC Desire Z's data connection with other WiFi internet-enabled devices like your laptop. See how with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Create a ringtone from an MP3 with an HTC Desire HD smartphone
Trim your favorite song into the perfect custom ringtone with the Desire HD's built-in editing tools! Learn how with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Use Face Detection when taking pictures with an HTC Desire HD
Focus in on what matters with the Desire HD's Face Detection feature! Learn how with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Transfer contacts, calendars and text messages to a new HTC Desire HD phone
Want to transfer all of your data from an old phone to your new HTC Desire HD? Learn how with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Use the search bar on an HTC Desire HD Android smartphone
Whether you want to search the web or just the contents of your phone, the Desire HD's searchbar widget is the way to go. Learn how to use it with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Merge duplicate contacts on an HTC Desire HD smartphone
Organize your contacts list by merging duplicate entries. Learn how with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Use camera effects when taking pictures with an HTC Desire HD smartphone
Spice up your digital photos with filters and effects. See how with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Turn an HTC Desire Z into a wireless hotspot
Share your HTC Desire Z's data connection with other WiFi internet-enabled devices like your laptop. See how with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Shoot and share video on an HTC Desire HD Android smartphone
Capture video with your Desire HD and share it on Flickr, YouTube and Facebook! See how with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Use the Locations app on an HTC Desire HD smartphone
Get turn-by-turn directions and find places of interest with the Locations app on your HTC Desire HD. See how with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Customize the home screen on an HTC Desire HD smartphone
Personalize your Desire HD's home screen with custom widgets! See how with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Read Kobo eBooks on an HTC Desire HD Google Android smartphone
With the Reader app and My Shelf widget, it's easy to read your favorite eBooks on an HTC Desire HD. See how it's done with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Rearrange tabs and apps on an HTC Desire HD smartphone
Don't like the default position of the tabs and applications on your Desire HD? Learn how to move 'em around with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Turn an HTC Desire HD into a wireless 3G router
Tethering lets you share your Desire HD's 3G Internet connection with a second, Wi-Fi enabled device. Learn how to use it with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Use the Smart Dial feature on an HTC Desire HD Google Android smartphone
The Desire HD's Smart Dial autocomplete tool makes dialing numbers a snap. Learn how to use it with this quick, official guide from HTC.
How To: Use the Friend Stream app on an HTC Desire HD Google Android smartphone
The Friend Stream widget makes it easy to keep up with all of your friends' Twitter and Facebook status updates. Learn how to use it with this quick, official video guide from HTC.
How To: Jailbreak Any iOS 4.2.1 Device with Redsn0w 0.9.6b4 (iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch)
Apple's iOS 4.2.1 firmware update was released yesterday to all iPads, iPhones and iPod Touches, with enhanced multitasking features. It was the first significant update for the iPad since its introduction.
How To: Set up and use a Samsung Focus Windows Phone 7 WP7 smartphone
Learn everything you need to know about using a Samsung Focus Windows Phone 7 (WP7) smartphone. This video guide presents a general overview of the phone's hardware and software. For all of the details, and to get started using your own Focus, watch this video guide.
How To: Use the hardware features on an HTC Desire HD Google Android smartphone
Learn everything you need to know to set up and get started using a HTC Desire HD Google Android smartphone. This video guide presents a general overview of the phone's hardware and software. For all of the details, and to get started using your own HTC Desire, watch this video guide.
How To: Set up and use a Verizon Samsung Fascinate Galaxy S Google Android smartphone
Learn everything you need to know to set up and get started using a Verizon Samsung Fascinate Galaxy S Google Android smartphone. This video guide presents a general overview of the phone's hardware and software. For all of the details, and to get started using your own Galaxy X, watch this video guide.
How To: Set up and use a Verzion Optimus 7 Windows Phone 7 (WP7) smartphone
Learn everything you need to know to set up and use a Verizon Optimus 7 Windows Phone 7 (WP7) smartphone. This video guide presents a general overview of the phone's hardware and software. For all of the details, and to get started using your own Optimus 7, watch this video guide.
How To: Set up and get started using a T-Mobile myTouch 4G mobile phone
Learn everything you need to know about using a T-Mobile myTouch 4G Google Android smartphone. This video guide presents a general overview of the phone's hardware and software. For all of the details, and to get started using your own myTouch 4G, watch this video guide.
How To: Set up and get started using a T-Mobile HTC HD7 Windows Phone 7 smartphone
Learn everything you need to know about using a T-Mobile HTC HD7 high-definition Windows Phone 7 (WP7) smartphone. This video guide presents a general overview of the phone's hardware and software. For all of the details, and to get started using your own HTC HD7, watch this video guide.
How To: Use the newly free Find My iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch service with iOS 4.2
In these days of mobile technology, losing your iPhone or iPod Touch is almost worse than losing your car keys. It becomes one of the most frantic searches you've ever had to endure. But you can relax now, because you can use Apple's Find My iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch service to locate your lost device.
How To: Use the software and apps on an HTC Desire HD Google Android smartphone
Get the most out of your HTC Desire HD! This guide offers a software tour of the Desire HD Google Android smartphone, which features a 4.3" display. Android novice? Not a problem. This exhaustive, eleven-minute guide will teach you everything you need to know. Become an Android pro with this video guide.
How To: Install Preware on a Palm Pre smartphone
Want to install Preware on your Palm smartphone? It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this mobile phone hacker's guide can present a complete overview of the process in about five minutes. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, take a look!
How To: Create a custom splash screen on a 320x480 Google Android smartphone
Interested in creating and using a custom splash graphic on your Google Android smartphone? It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this mobile phone hacker's guide can present a complete overview of the process in about eight minutes. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, take a look!