An iphone is a great device that offers many uses. You can use the iphone for everything from entertainment to personal organization. This means there are a multitude of ways to use the iphone to best advantage in your life. Utilize the below tips in order to become an iphone pro.
You don’t need to add “.com” when typing web addresses into your iphone. You simply need to put in the main part of the address and the browser will take you to the correct site. Though this may seem insignificant, the time savings can be substantial over the long run.
To get the most out of your iphone, remember that Siri has a ton of unique options you can use, like location reminders. You do not have to say “At five I have to call work, Siri.” So instead of having Siri remind you to call somewhere at 6 p.m., you can instead have her remind you when you get home. The phone will then detect when you are home and remind you of your call. You can easily set a reminder if you’re not sure when you’re getting back home.
Getting from one destination to another is easy with the iphone. The map feature can help you find the nearest gas station or navigate an unfamiliar area. You can bookmark the map feature for easy access on your phone.
The iphone allows you to create a personal dictionary and shortcuts. When you use this, your phone knows exactly what you are trying to change. An added benefit is being able create custom phrases and shortcuts. When typing on your keyboard, these phrases will appear as suggestions.
Use your iphone to download yourself an app that enables you to upload any files you want onto your phone, this way you can use your iphone as a file storage device. You may upload text files, videos, pictures and music. Simply plug the iphone into your computer to get instant access to files. Or, you could even open the right from the iphone.
Have you ever had second thoughts about your latest message you just wrote in iMessage? Has the notorious Auto Correct messed with you again? There is an easy way to fix this; just shake your iphone. It erases the most recent typing you have entered. Go to your Settings and make sure this feature is enabled since it is an optional one.
When you are trying to send an email or write a note and you have no interest in using words that are suggested by the iphone, you do not need to hit the “X” to dismiss the suggestion box. By tapping on any other part of the screen, you can dismiss the suggestion box automatically.
Now you can see that iPhones offer many features right out of the box. You may be surprised at what your iphone is capable of. Take the above tips and increase the efficiency and personalization of your iphone.