We’ve missed this….But late last week, Apple introduced a new web page on their main web site called “iPhone At Work“
The area highlights the device with information and videos on how businesses can utilities the device in a business environment.
To see the area, click here.
Yesterday, Apple issued an update for its iCards application for iOS.
Version 1.1 brings several bugs fixes and easier ordering for users of the application. Here is an official list of updates:
What’s New in Version 1.1
• Beautiful letterpress cards for Mother’s Day
• New Get Well card designs
• Additional cards for birthdays, thank you and more
• Improves accuracy of envelope address verification
• Simplifies and improves the checkout process
The update is available now.
Late last week, we reported that AT&T was adding the ability for its customers to unlock their iPhones, so they could go to another carrier.
Over the weekend, the company sent out an email and added more information about the unlocking procedures:
“The process is painless and only takes a few minutes in the chat. The only piece of information required by AT&T is the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number, which can be found under Settings>General>About on your device.
Once you’ve completed the procedure, Apple pushes the unlock code during the next 72 hours to your email address, so the code comes from the mothership, not from AT&T. Once Apple completes the unlock request, a customer has to back-up and restore and tether the device to iTunes to complete the unlock process.”
Since this process started, we’ve been hearing various reports on the success rate of the above procedure, but mostly good reports so far.
iPhone owners who are at the end of their current contract with AT&T can request the carrier to unlock their iPhone – allowing them to use the phone with another carrier. This, according to the below official statement from AT&T:
Beginning Sunday, April 8, we will offer qualifying customers the ability to unlock their AT&T iPhones. The only requirements are that a customer’s account must be in good standing, their device cannot be associated with a current and active term commitment on an AT&T customer account, and they need to have fulfilled their contract term, upgraded under one of our upgrade policies or paid an early termination fee.
The above comes after a rumor of an AT&T customer emailing Tim Cook complaining that the company (AT&T) would not unlock his phone.
Rating: **** 1/2
By: Dan Uff
Call me crazy, but I never bought a protective case for any of my iPhones or iPads. The closes I came is when Apple was giving away iPhone 4 bumpers when the company was dealing with “attennagate.”
That idea changed when I dropped my iPhone on a hard floor and got a chip in it. Yes, I was p*ssed at myself for not getting a case for the 4, and that situation changed my mind. So, when I got my iPhone 4S and my new iPad, I knew it was time to swallow my pride, and get a protective case for both devices.
About a year ago, my wife got an Otterbox case for her iPhone. I didn’t really pay much attention to it at first (it didn’t help that it was hot bright pink, either) but over the following months, I started noticing how well the case was holding up to her daily routine.
So, I went on to Otterbox’s web site and looked around. I came across their “Defender Series” (which is what my wife has) and was hooked from the get go.
The series provides ultimate protection against accidental drops, and some covers also includes a protective front plastic cover so those fingerprints aren’t so noticeable on the front of the device.
The covers fit like a glove and comes in cool colors. But can be a pain in the ass to put on. But the company’s web site does have helpful how-to videos on installing the covers.
So, here are the pros and cons:
PROS:
- Protects the entire device (including the charging port).
- Can hold up to almost anything (drops, minor throws, etc.)
- Comes in various colors.
- Very helpful pre-sale and how-to videos.
- Some models come with a belt clip.
CONS:
- No included installation instructions (on the iPhone case box).
- Is a pain in the ass to put on.
- Cannot charge device in a dock.
- Port covers can be hard to open for large or arthritic hands.
- Belt clip can be hard to use (especially in emergency situations).
- Cover up the home button – Home button can be harder to press.
All in all, I am very picky about the cases that I have on my devices. But after 48 hours, they are still on my devices and I don’t plan on taking them off anytime soon.
Up until iOS5, users who wanted to update their iOS devices had to plug it into a computer, go into iTunes, select the device, and choose the update button.
From iOS5 on, the device now lets a user update it without even using a computer. Updating is simple and should take a few minutes.
Note:
Doing the below renders the device useless until the update has finished, and can also eat up a lot of data of updating a device that uses non-WiFi networks.
To do so, follow these instructions:
1. Select SETTINGS > GENERAL > UPDATE SOFTWARE.
2. If there is an update, the device will prompt you. Just follow the screens.
3. If not, the device will display so.
That’s it.
The video may be in a different language, but you’ll get it.
Click here to see it.
Some reports are coming in that “The New iPad” is having issues with some WiFi Routers (including Apple’s own).
Their seems to be a fix for it, but, we have not tried it beings that we have not had the reported issues. So the below information should be taken as a “possible fix:” *
1. Go to SETTINGS > WiFi.
2. Select the Network you’re currently having issues with.
3. Select the FORGET THIS NETWORK Button.
4. Go ahead and make the device “Forget the Network” (delete it).
5. Now, recreate the network‘s connection to the Internet source.
6. That should fix it.
* Before doing the below, make sure you have the Network’s password (if you have a secure network).
The Internet is everywhere. On planes, trains, automobiles, and everywhere in between. So it would seem logical that persons who use the Internet would like to gain access to it where ever they are.
Sure, you can spend time (and sometimes money) looking for a WiFi Hotspot at a local Starbucks. But what if you’re out in the middle of nowhere and need to email something? Yes, you could use your iPhone’s email application, but even that can be limiting.
Fortunately, starting with the iPhone 4, one can turn the device into a portable hotspot so you can have true Internet on-the-go.
In order to do the below, one must first enable this feature with your cell carrier. AT&T and Verizon do allow this for a cost around $50.00 a month.
Once you’ve done that, enabling this feature on the iPhone or the iPad is a simple process but must be done each time you want to share that connection. Keeping this feature enabled may rack up carrier charges that you do not want to have.
Enabling this feature is a simple process:
1. SETTINGS > GENERAL > NETWORK.
2. Scroll down until you see the PERSONAL HOTSPOT setting.
3. Enable the Personal Hotspot by flipping the option to “ON”. *
4. Read the directions under the WiFi Password option (more on this in a second).
5. Depending on which you choose, follow the directions for that option.
The Password is to help secure your Hotspot. The person(s) that have permission to use this hotspot (including you) must know and type in the password when prompted by the iOS device.
* If you do not see this setting, then this feature has not been enabled by your cell carrier. Try again later.
That’s it. Have fun getting on to the Internet where ever you are.
