The Ins And Outs Of Using An Iphone

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So, you are thinking about getting an iPhone but feel a little intimidated about all the new technology it offers? Not sure you're going to be able to handle it? There is no need to fear. You will find useful information on how to use your iPhone in the article below.

You do not have to be concerned about losing an iPhone anymore. The iPhone comes with a built-in map application that shows you where you are at all times. Using the maps feature of your iPhone will simplify your navigation to different places you're going and can help you avoid becoming lost in unfamiliar locations.

If your iPhone has been exposed to water, place it in a bowl of uncooked rice. Even the most careful person can drop their phone into the toilet or a water puddle. A hair dryer can actually damage your phone further so to avoid this, fill a ziploc bag with dry rice and put your phone into it. Allow the phone to dry overnight or as long as possible.

Are you aware that you can snap a photo from the headphone cord? To begin, frame the picture you would like to take. When the picture is ready to go, engage the cord's button. This can help you take a steadier, clearer photo. Save the picture as you normally would.

Like many other smartphones, iPhone can provide visual information of incoming calls or messages. You can make the flash from the camera blink when you are getting a call. Access this feature by utilizing the settings menu, and then tapping on "general" then "accessibility". Then all you do is turn on the setting for LED Flash Alerts.

When trying to type a text or email, are you confused about how to put in an accented or umlauted letter? Here's how to get that accomplished. Simply press and hold on the letter you wish to change. A box should pop up that contains a number of extra keys. You'll have access to a complete range of special characters this way.

Do you hate all of the notifications that come into your iPhone? Here's how you can turn them off. Click on settings and tap notifications. Then check out which apps are listed inside of your "Notifications Center", and choose which ones you would like to keep or remove. This will also help your battery last longer.

Mistakes happen when typing on iPhones. Has the notorious Auto Correct messed with you again? There is a very easy way to fix the damage: simply shake your iPhone quickly. This action automatically undoes recent typing. Go to your Settings and make sure this feature is enabled since it is an optional one.

If you wish to send your message or draft a note but do not want to utilize corrected words, there is no need to touch the "x" to get rid of them. Just tap the screen anywhere to cancel the suggestion box.

Always remember to keep the iPhone firmware updated. This will increase the usability of your device, and it can also increase battery life. The easiest way to do this is to connect your iPhone to a computer that has iTunes downloaded on it.