Hot Smartphones How-Tos
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: Enable multitasking & homescreen wallpaper on iOS 4
In this tutorial, learn how to use two of iOS 4's cool new features. If you have an updated iPhone or iPod Touch, check this out and use multitasking and wallpaper right away.
How To: Jailbreak an iPhone or iPod Touch running iOS 4
In this tutorial, learn how to jailbreak an Apple iPhone 3G, 2G or 3GS or iPod Touch that is running iOS 4. This video will walk you through the process so you can get back to your Cydia apps and enjoy the best of both worlds/
How To: Fix nonworking iBooks on your jailbroken iPhone iOS4
If you jailbroke your iPhone 3G or iPod 2G with redsn0w, you may encounter a problem when upgrading to iOS 4. If you have recently upgraded and your iBooks is not functioning properly, check out this clip and learn what happened and how to fix it. Happy reading!
How To: Use folders to stay organized on iPhone 4G HD
A great new feature available on iPhone 4 is folders. By organizing your apps into folders, you will be able to keep your home screen clean and much less cluttered. This will also allow you to stay organized and have a bit more privacy. Check out this tutorial for a step by step on how to set up and use your new folders.
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: Set up multiple e-mail accounts on iPhone 4G HD
The iPhone 4 or iOS 4 has the ability to merge multiple e-mail addresses into one inbox. No more clicking from box to box for you, my friend! Save some time and energy by setting up multiple account on your phone. This clip will show you exactly how it is done and get you up and running.
How To: Use the front-facing camera on an Apple iPhone 4
The iPhone 4 is unique because it comes with not one, but two cameras. The front facing camera on your phone can be used to take your own picture, for games or to use the new FaceTime app to video call your buddies. This tutorial will walk you through how to use this fun new feature and how to make the most of it.
How To: Use the gyroscope feature on games in iPhone 4G HD
Your new iPhone 4 comes with a super cool feature: the gyroscope! By using a gyroscope capable device, you can play games like you are actually inside the phone. This feature will allow the game to move along with your body's movements! Get inside the game with this feature by watching this tutorial.
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: Get started with Facetime on your iPhone 4G HD
On of the best features available on the new Apple iPhone 4G HD is Facetime. For 3G users who are unsure if an upgrade is worth it, it is often the Facetime capability that pushes them over the edge.
How To: Fix iPhone reception problems using a rubber band
Don't waste money on a bumper cover from Apple to save the reception on your new iPhone. In this clip, learn how to take a simple rubberband and solve all of your dropped call worries! This method is cheap, easy and well worth a shot. Best of all? It seems to work with all models - including iPhone 4, 3G, 3GS and 2G. Check it out!
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: Fix the Missing FaceTime Video Call Feature on iPhone 4
Some people (including myself) are seeing a "Hold" button instead of the "FaceTime" button when calling people on our new iPhone 4. It turns out this problem comes from a bug where Apple disables FaceTime on the iPhone 4 if you restored from an iPhone 3G.
How To: Use the official Farmville app for iPhone from Zynga
In this clip, get a quick overview of the new Farmville app for iPhone. Every online farmer knows that each second spent away from their crops is a possible disaster! Make sure you are always on top of your farm with this handy application. Take your business with you everywhere with this fully functioning, up to date app.
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: Hack Zombie Farm for iPhone to grow extra fast crops
In this tutorial, learn how to cheat at the popular iPhone and Facebook game Zombie farm. This cheat will help you grow your crops super fast and keep your game going at a rapid pace. This hack is super easy and safe and you will be enjoying tasty crops in no time.
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: Find out if you're eligible for iPhone upgrade (SMS)
If you are anxious to get the new iPhone 4G and aren't sure if you are eligible for the upgrade offer, check out this tutorial. With a quick dial you will find out if you qualify. This only takes seconds to do, so give it a shot - and it won't cost you any text messaging fees either! Good luck!
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.
How To: Install iOS 4 to any iPhone or iPod Touch
In this clip, learn how to install the final version of iOS 4 to any iPhone or iPod Touch. This new operating system is great and includes a ton of updates. If you can't afford a new iPhone 4G, this software update will help make your 3G feel like new. Follow along and install 4.0 today!
How To: Downgrade your iPhone from iOS 4 back to 3.1.3
Everyone is excited about the new iOS 4 update for the iPhone and iPod Touch, right? Well, if you have installed it and decided you liked the 3G version better, check out this clip. In this tutorial, learn how to get back to your familiar 3.1.3 version of iPhone firmware and back into your comfort zone.
How To: Use a Verizon LG Fathom Windows Mobile smartphone
Whether you're the proud owner of a Verizon LG Fathom Windows Mobile smartphone or perhaps just considering picking one up, you're sure to benefit from this free video tutorial, which presents a complete overview of the phone's various features and functions. For more information, watch this free video cell phone guide.
How To: Use the ShapeWriter swipe to text phone application
In this clip, learn all about the ShapeWriter and how it works. You can follow along with this demonstration and get started texting faster than ever before. Never take your fingers off the screen with this fun, useful writing app.
How To: Use ShapeWriter for fast texting on your Android phone
In this tutorial, learn how to use the ShapeWriter app on your Android phone to increase the speed of your typing. ShapeWriter is similar to Swype and allows you to text and e-mail without ever taking your hand off the keyboard. Start texting at the speed of light with this cool app and this helpful tutorial from the pros at Shapewriter.
How To: Use ShapeWriter to text super fast on iPhone or Droid
ShapeWriter is a quick typing program that is made for anything with a touch screen. You can use ShapeWriter on a tablet computer, PDA, cell phone or anything else where you have access to a touch sensitive screen.
How To: Quickly capitalize letters for speedy texts with Swype
If you need to capitalize a word using Swype and aren't sure how, then this is the tutorial for you. This advanced quick tip will get you started so your texts can be both lightening fast AND grammatically correct.
How To: Quickly type 'double letter' words using Swype
Typing notes with Swype is as fast and easy as you can get and in this clip, learn how to tackle less common word combos like double letters. For example, how would you type "cool", "common", "letters" or "bubble"? In this quick tip tutorial from the makers of Swype, learn how to add these words to your texts and not lose a second of speed! So, follow along and get started typing things like "speed", "follow", "Google".. there is no limit to the "speedy" words you will be sending!
How To: Increase your Swype speed and text faster than ever
Swype is already the fastest way to type on a mobile phone and in this tutorial you will learn how to practice so that you get even faster. Once you get the hang of it, you will be Swyping like crazy. Try these little exercises and work out your fingers so that you can beat the world record for text messaging (which is currently held by a Swype user)!
How To: Add words to the Swype database for faster texting
If there are words that you use often but Swype doesn't know them yet, you can easily add them to the database of your texting program. In this clip, learn all about adding uncommon or unique words to your Skype dictionary so that you can text even faster. You can even add web addresses, e-mails, nicknames and anything else you use often and don't want to tap out.
How To: Go back and correct a mistake while texting with Swype
We all make mistakes and in this tutorial, learn what to do if you decide to go back and change a word after you've already typed it. Fixing a word with Swype - the fastest way of text messaging - is super easy and won't slow you down at all. So, if you've typed that rambling, soul baring text message at 3 am and want to go back and change a few choice words save yourself with this feature.
How To: Use the "word choice window" when texting with Swype
Sometimes there is more than one option for a particular finger Swype. When this happens, Swype will give you a list to choose from so that you can pick whichever word you were hoping to use. Swype is the fastest way to send texts and e-mails available and with a bit of practice you will have it mastered. Just think of Swype as the T9 of 2010 and you will catch on fast.
How To: Access the Swype key to access dictionaries & help
In this clip, learn how to use the Swype Key while texting with Swype on your cell phone. The Swype key is where all of your options are like dictionaries, tips and tricks, help menus and everything else you may need.
How To: "Hop" in Swype for harder to recognize words
There are some words that Swype has trouble with. While Swype will still be able to recognize these words, it will make you choose from a list of options. For example, you will run into this problem with the words "put" "pit" and "pot" because on a QWERTY keypad the letters "TYUIOP" are all in a line. In these situations, you may want to "hop" so that your texting stays up to super speeds. Check out this clip for an explanation of "hopping" from the makers of Swype and keep on texting!
How To: Enter numbers and symbols when texting with Swype
Swyping is not just for letters anymore! In this tutorial, learn how to text numbers with super fast speed using your Swype app. Swype is a cool new way to send messages on your phone without ever taking your finger away from the screen. Check out this clip and Swype numbers, symbols, anything!
How To: Use quick apostrophes for common words in Swype
Swype is lightening fast, so don't let a little thing like an apostrophe slow you down! In this clip, learn how to add an apostrophe as quickly as you would add a letter and never slow down your texting speed. Send text messages with ease with the new Swype app for your smart phone.
How To: Change the language in your Swype texting app
Swyping is no longer limited to English. In this clip, learn how to wave that finger across the keyboard in any language. It is actually quite easy to swap between languages and dialects on your Swype enabled phone. Follow along with this tutorial and you can text at the speed of light in any language you choose!
How To: Use Swype to text on an Android WVGA enabled phone
In this tutorial, learn all about Swype. Swype is a new program available for your Android phone that will allow you to text in half the time. By not ever taking your fingers off the keypad, you can type at lightening speeds. Swype is perfect for the lazy guy in a hurry. Check out this clip and get started on your WVGA enabled Droid.
How To: Use Swype to text message on a Windows Mobile phone
In this clip, learn all about Swype. Swype is a cool new app that allows you to type at super fast speeds. If your phone has this capability and you are just in too much of a hurry to actually type a word - check it out. You don't even have to remove your finger from the screen! Just swipe your digits over the letters and the phone will magically know what you were trying to say. It's sort of like T9 updated for 2010.