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4 hidden or buried features in iOS 4 that make life much better

Apple’s latest iOS update – version 4.0 – introduced some big new features like multitasking, folders, iBooks, and more. While those are all great improvements, the little things are often just as useful in everyday use. Many iPhone and iPod touch users…

4 hidden or buried features in iOS 4 that make life much better
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Prevent spam text messages from getting to your AT&T iPhone

Are you and your iPhone victims of SMS spam? Text messages sent as mass emails from a computer can be blocked so you no longer constantly get bombarded with advertisements and junk. Although mobile phone spam isn’t…

Prevent spam text messages from getting to your AT&T iPhone
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Holiday gift ideas: 11 convenient iPhone and iPod accessories

With just a few weeks left before Christmas, the holiday shopping season is flying by. If you’re trying to figure out what to get for an iPhone or iPod owner, here are 11 ideas to point you in the right direction. Apple’s portable…

Holiday gift ideas: 11 convenient iPhone and iPod accessories
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Take steady photos on iPhone, send full resolution via email

A simple tidbit can help you take steadier photos on your iPhone and avoid common camera shake problems. In addition, there is a way to email full resolution copies of your photos instead of scaled down versions. The iPhone is probably the most used camera phone…

Take steady photos on iPhone, send full resolution via email
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How to use WiFi and Bluetooth on an iPhone in Airplane Mode

When you’re traveling with your iPhone, you occasionally need to turn off the cell network receiver by enabling Airplane Mode. Although this setting turns off all radio signals, WiFi and Bluetooth can be re-enabled individually. As its name…

How to use WiFi and Bluetooth on an iPhone in Airplane Mode
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Everything you need to know about MMS on your AT&T iPhone

Today is the big day that AT&T finally unleashed MMS (multimedia messaging service) for iPhone users. Most people are reporting success so far, while others are experiencing issues. And one issue might not be a real problem at all…

Everything you need to know about MMS on your AT&T iPhone
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iPhone tips & tricks: Email attachments, call duration, and more

The iPhone is Apple’s hottest product – and for good reason. It’s packed full of little tips and convenient features that seem to gradually pop up over months of use. Apple released the latest version of the iPhone and iPod touch…

iPhone tips & tricks: Email attachments, call duration, and more
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Pocket Tunes Radio: Internet radio for iPhone, including Sirius/XM

While there are countless internet radio applications available for the iPhone and iPod touch, Pocket Tunes Radio is unique in that it offers satellite radio streaming and a diverse selection of other content. Developed by NormSoft, Pocket Tunes Radio…

Pocket Tunes Radio: Internet radio for iPhone, including Sirius/XM
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iPhone 3-way conference call feature not working? The fix is in!

AT&T iPhone customers may experience a problem when attempting to use the device’s Merge Calls functionality. The reason behind the issue will likely ruffle a few feathers, but the solution is fairly straightforward. After purchasing my iPhone 3GS a month…

iPhone 3-way conference call feature not working? The fix is in!
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Why does Apple use AAC for iTunes music instead of MP3?

There are a ton of misconceptions floating around about Apple’s use of the AAC audio codec in the iTunes Store instead of the more widely known MP3 format. A closer look reveals they’re making the right move. The biggest myth out there regarding…

Why does Apple use AAC for iTunes music instead of MP3?
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3 iPhone games I can’t stop playing: NineGaps, Paper Toss, LOTL

Although I’m not the world’s most dedicated hardcore gamer, I still enjoy a little fun on my iPhone. Lately there have been 3 games I just can’t put down. Take them for a spin yourself and get addicted! Gaming has somewhat surprisingly…

3 iPhone games I can't stop playing: NineGaps, Paper Toss, LOTL
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9 of the coolest lesser-known features of iPhone OS 3.0 update

Yesterday was the long-awaited launch of the new iPhone 3GS and just a few days ago Apple released the iPhone OS 3.0 update into the wild for older devices. As expected, there are some really nifty gifties! A while back MacYourself published a compilation…

9 of the coolest lesser-known features of iPhone OS 3.0 update
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