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The iPhone is a smartphone from Apple that runs the iOS mobile operating system. Between its apps, communication features, the camera, mobile internet access, and other functionalities, the iPhone has quickly become an integral part of many peoples tech lives.

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Zoom Into Instagram Photos with This Neat iPhone Trick

Jul 1, 2014 - 4 Comments
Zooming into Instagram photos with an iPhone trick

The photo-centric social network of Instagram has no shortage of amazing and inspiring pictures, but something that has probably bugged more people than just me is the inability to zoom in on images posted to the service. Many first-time instagram users try to ‘double-tap’ to zoom, which of course just “hearts’” the picture rather than … Read More

Users Can Jailbreak iOS 7.1.2 with Pangu

Jun 30, 2014 - 10 Comments
Pangu Jailbreak

The recently released iOS 7.1.2 update from Apple can already be jailbroken with the assistance of the Pangu jailbreak utility. The tool continues to work to jailbreak any iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch capable of running iOS 7.1.2, without any modifications.

iOS 7.1.2 Update Released [IPSW Download Links]

Jun 30, 2014 - 32 Comments
iOS 7.1.2

iOS 7.1.2 has been released by Apple, available for all iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices that are compatible with iOS 7. The update includes multiple bug fixes and security updates, and is recommended for all users to install. Additionally, an update to Apple TV versioned as 6.2 is available. The official release notes accompanying … Read More

Apple Runs New “Parenthood” iPhone 5S Ad [Video]

Jun 30, 2014 - 2 Comments

Apple has released a new TV commercial for the iPhone 5S called “Parenthood”. The advertisement is about a minute long and features adults using the iPhone 5S for a variety of parenting tasks, ranging from functioning as a baby monitor, a tooth brush aid, drawing assistant, as a remote control for home automation tasks, to … Read More

How to Jailbreak iPhone & iPad on iOS 7.1.1 with Pangu

Jun 29, 2014 - 15 Comments

The 1.1.0 version of Pangu Jailbreak for iOS 7.1.1 is now available for users interested in jailbreaking their compatible iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. Basically, if the device can run iOS 7.1.1, it can be jailbroken with the Pangu tool using a fairly straightforward process from a Windows PC or Mac, and that’s what … Read More

Pangu Jailbreak for iOS 7.1.1 for Mac & Windows Available to Download

Jun 29, 2014 - 6 Comments
Pangu Jailbreak for iOS 7.1.1 running in Mac OS X

A new version of the Pangu jailbreak for iOS 7.1.1 and iOS 7.1.2 is now available on both Mac OS X and Windows. Versioned as Pangu 1.1.0, the update includes a bug fix to resolve a boot loop issue, and now has a complete English translation, making the jailbreak process considerably easier for users who … Read More

7 Steps to Gifting an Old iPhone & Getting It Ready for New Ownership

Jun 28, 2014 - 34 Comments
iPhone 5S

If you have an iPhone sitting around collecting dust and out of use, you may want to sell it, or perhaps even more rewarding, give to a friend or family member. Regardless of who it’s going to, if you’re transferring an iPhone to a new owner, there are a variety of steps you’ll want to … Read More

Find Saved Passwords on iPhone & iPad in Safari

Jun 26, 2014 - 15 Comments
Finding a saved Safari password in iOS

The Autofill feature of Safari makes logging in to websites much easier in iOS, not having to remember and type in every single password for every website under the sun that you come across. While saving passwords with autofill is undoubtedly helpful, it can also mean it’s easier to forget what a password is, since … Read More

Enable Button Shapes in iOS to Improve Usability & Make Tap Targets Obvious

Jun 25, 2014 - 6 Comments
Enabling Button Shapes in iOS to improve usability

One of the major changes that came along with the iOS visual overhaul was the removal of obvious buttons across the operating system and apps found on the iPhone and iPad. While the result is a cleaner, flatter, and more streamlined appearance in iOS, many users have found the removal of obvious buttons to be … Read More

Two iPhone 6 Models with Bigger Screens Coming This Year, According to Bloomberg

Jun 23, 2014 - 12 Comments
iPhone 6 mockups with larger display

Apple will have two new “rounder and thinner” iPhone models with larger screens to debut this year, according to a new Bloomberg report.

You Can Jailbreak iOS 7.1.1 with Pangu (for Windows)

Jun 23, 2014 - 8 Comments
Pangu jailbreak tool for iOS 7.1.1

A jailbreak for iOS 7.1.1 has been released by a called Pangu. The untethered jailbreak tool supports just about any device capable of running iOS 7.1.1, including most new iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch models. The jailbreak is currently only available for Windows, with a Mac OS X version apparently in the works and due … Read More

Type an Email Address Faster with Automatic TLD Shortcuts in iOS Mail

Jun 23, 2014 - 3 Comments
Mail icon

Did you know the quick access TLD trick in iOS expands into Mail app for quickly typing email addresses too? If you didn’t, you’re certainly not alone, and though many iPhone and iPad users are familiar with the Safari TLD shortcuts accessible on the iOS keyboard, not as many seem to know that this expands … Read More

iPhone 5 Camera Not Working? A Light Press May Fix It

Jun 22, 2014 - 163 Comments
iPhone 5 camera loose causing malfunction

My iPhone 5 camera completely stopped working recently, and appeared to stay that way despite forced resets, killing camera apps, and every other traditional troubleshooting trick in the book. What do I mean by stopped working? I mean the Camera app loads, but the camera viewfinder shows nothing at all just a black screen, and … Read More

Select Paragraphs & Large Text Block Easily in iOS with a Two-Finger Tap

Jun 21, 2014 - 33 Comments
Select a paragraph or large text block instantly in iOS with a two-finger tap trick

Most iPhone and iPad users know that you can tap and hold onto any text within iOS to select it, then by using the little draggable bars, you can adjust the size of the text selection rather easily too. While this is great for selecting a single word, a sentence, and even a small block … Read More

How to Add & Edit Stocks Shown on Notification Center of iPhone

Jun 18, 2014 - 12 Comments
Add stocks to the Notifications screen on iPhone

Swipe down from the top of your iPhone screen and you’ll bring about Notification Center, a nice overview panel which shows a weather forecast, calendar events, commute time, and stocks and their performance on the day, amongst other gathered notifications. While you can customize what’s shown here by toggling switches within the Notification Settings, what’s … Read More

How to Control What Apps Can Use Cellular Data on iPhone

Jun 17, 2014 - 51 Comments
Control what apps can use cellular data in iOS

Modern versions of iOS allow iPhone and LTE-enabled iPad users to control exactly which apps can use cellular data. Additionally, the settings control panel can help to make the decision easier to allow or disallow a specific apps cellular access by displaying how much cellular data a specific app is actually using. This can be … Read More

iOS 8 Beta 2 Available for Developers to Download

Jun 17, 2014 - Leave a Comment
iOS 8 Beta 2 OTA Download

Apple has released iOS 8 beta 2 to developers, bringing bug fixes and feature improvements to the developer build of iPhone and iPad software. The second beta build arrives versioned as 12A4297e and is made available through the iOS Developer Center at Apple’s website, or as a quick Over-The-Air update for devices that are currently … Read More

This is What iPhone 6 Might Look Like

Jun 14, 2014 - 13 Comments
iPhone 6 dummy mockup gives a look at what the phone may look like

With production of iPhone 6 nearing, an array of physical mockups and supposed hardware parts from the device are surfacing around the web which are able to provide a look at what the next iPhone may actually look like. If the past is any indicator of reliability, these dummy units and potential park leaks of … Read More

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