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How to adjust volume for Maps App Turn-by-turn Directions in iOS 6

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How to adjust volume for Maps App Turn-by-turn Directions in iOS 6

Did you know that you can adjust the volume for the turn-by-turn directions on the maps app in iOS 6? The volume comes set at Normal Volume by default but the Normal Volume level is often too loud depending on the surrounding noise. If you need to change the volume for the Maps App you can do this in the Maps section of the Settings App. Launch Settings and scroll down to Maps. Tapping on the Maps Settings reveals various options including volume adjustment, kilometers/miles, as well as font size options for the labels on the map. To adjust the Continue Reading →

Apple 2013 WWDC Keynote Summary (iOS 7 Features with Photos)

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Apple 2013 WWDC Keynote Summary (iOS 7 Features with Photos)

Apple ended a 230 day silence today with the WWDC Keynote. WWDC is a software related event and so most of the announcements were software related. The Mac is getting a new software version and the iPhone, iPad (Mini), and iPod Touch devices will be getting a major operating system overhaul with iOS 7. iOS 7 is the most dramatic design changes and improvements made to the operating system since the original iPhone was introduced in 2007. Here is a quick summary, with images from Apple’s iOS 7 site, of some of the most significant features that will arrive this Continue Reading →

Apple to end Product Announcement Desert during 2013 WWDC Keynote

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There is a lot of anticipation mounting as Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, plans to deliver a keynote address tomorrow, June 10 at 10am PST.

There is a lot of anticipation mounting as Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, plans to deliver a keynote address tomorrow, June 10 at 10am PST. There is a lot riding on this keynote address, perhaps more than has been riding on the keynotes for the past number of years. There are 2 big reasons for this. The first reason is that people are continually evaluating and analyzing Apple, post Steve Jobs. Every keynote that is delivered by Tim Cook is watched and analyzed with great anticipation (and fear by some) of how the company is doing. People want to see Continue Reading →

How to add, find, edit, or cancel calendar appointments using Siri

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How to add, find, edit, or cancel calendar appointments with Siri

This post will show you how to add, find, edit, or cancel calendar appointments using Siri on your iPhone, iPad (Mini), and iPod Touch. Siri is Apple’s intelligent assistant that ships on many of Apple’s newest iOS devices. Over time, Siri continues to get better and better at interpreting normal sentences and giving you the results you need. Using Siri is often much more efficient than tapping your way around your device, especially when it comes to things like Reminders, Calendar Appointments, Alarms, and checking the Weather. Using Siri to add, find, edit, or cancel calendar appointments is quite easy. Here Continue Reading →

Access navigation history in Safari browser on iPhone, iPad (Mini), and iPod Touch

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Access navigation history in Safari browser on iPhone, iPad (Mini), and iPod Touch

This is a quick tip that will show you how to access navigation history when using the Safari browser on your iPhone, iPad (Mini), and iPod Touch. This is another one of those features that is really simple to access but somewhat hidden if you don’t know how to activate it. To access the navigation history all you need to do is tap and hold on the forward or backward navigation arrows at the bottom left corner of the screen in the Safari browser. Tapping and holding for 2 seconds on the navigation arrows will pull up the site history for Continue Reading →

How to change font size of text messages on iPhone, iPad (Mini), and iPod Touch

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How to change font size of text messages on iPhone, iPad (Mini), and iPod Touch

Did you know you can change the default font size of text messages on iPhone, iPad (Mini), and iPod Touch? There is an easy way to do this through the accessibility features. Accessibility features on the iPhone, iPad (Mini), and iPod Touch are designed for those with special needs. Apple has gone to great lengths to make their devices accessible to all people including those with hearing, sight, and motor skill impairments. These accessibility options are helpful for everyone. For anyone with a sight impairment or if you just prefer a larger text size on your iDevice, simply navigate to Continue Reading →

3 of my Favorite Wallpaper Photos for iPhone and iPod Touch

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Wallpaper for iPhone and iPod Touch

Placing the right wallpaper photo on the background of your iOS home screen can make a big difference in the aesthetics of your device. I have taken some photos over the past several months that work amazingly as wallpaper for the iPhone and iPod Touch. All 3 photos were shot with my iPhone 4S. For the 2 macro photos I used the Macro Olloclip Lens attachment (check it out on Amazon: Olloclip Lens for iPhone 4/4S, Olloclip for iPhone 5). The other one I shot using an app called SlowShutter which gives the photo a soft blurry feel. Here are 3 Continue Reading →

How to fix broken audio feed for Foscam Baby Monitor App and Camera

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How to fix broken audio feed for Foscam Baby Monitor App and Camera

This article will show you how to fix a broken audio feed for the Foscam Baby Monitor app and camera. In a recent article I wrote about how you could use your iPhone, iPad (Mini), or iPod touch as the screen for a baby monitor camera using the Foscam Camera (Foscam Camera on Amazon) and the Foscam Pro App. This is an incredible setup for under $100 and allows you to visually and audibly check in on your baby at any point to make sure they are safely sleeping, playing, or napping. Follow this link to read more about how to Continue Reading →

How to check your internet speed on iPhone, iPad (Mini), or iPod Touch

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How to check your internet speed on iPhone, iPad (Mini), or iPod Touch

This article will show you how to check your internet speed on iPhone, iPad (Mini), or iPod Touch. Internet speed is increasingly becoming more and more important. Most apps on your iOS Device use the internet in one way or another. Knowing the speed of your internet connection can be helpful when using your iPhone, iPad (Mini), or iPod Touch. Thankfully there is a great little free app called Speedtest. This app lets you quickly test the speed of your internet and then keeps track of each time you test the connection speed for future reference. You can use the Continue Reading →