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Best waterproof case for iPhone

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“I’m planning a vacation and will probably be doing lots of water related activities. I would like to waterproof my iPhone to protect it from water. Any recommendations for a good waterproof case for the iPhone that still allows good functionality?” The best iPhone (4/4S models) waterproof case goes to LifeProof . The case offers […]

How to make iPhone a hotspot

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“How do I use my iPhone as a WiFi hotspot?” Turn your iPhone into a wireless router so other WiFi devices can use your iPhone’s data connection. You’ll also have the option to connect devices using USB or Bluetooth. You will need an active data plan with the tethering option enabled with the plan. How […]

iPhone symbols meaning

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“What are some of these different symbols I see on the top of my iPhone screen next to my battery? What do they mean?” List of iPhone symbols and meaning: Cell Signal – Looks like a staircase. This displays if you’re in range of a cell signal. The more cell bars you have the better. […]

iPhone – How to use emoticons in text messages

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“How do I add emoticons to my iPhone text messages?” iOS 5 offers a nice set of emoticons and images you can put into your text messages, Twitter, Instagram, emails and whatever else that uses a keyboard. You may need to update if you are running an earlier iOS software. Note: Only Apple iOS devices […]

Instagram – How to download photos to computer

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“How do I download pictures from my Instagram account to my computer (laptop)?” How to export photos from Instagram to computer: 1. Go to Instaport.me. 2. Click on ‘Sign in with Instagram’ to connect your account. 3. You will need to give Instaport.me authorization to access your Instagram account. Click on ‘Authorize’ to proceed. 4. […]

Instagram – How to delete your search history

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“How do I delete my search history on Instagram?” How to erase Instagram history: Apple iOS users (iPhone, iPad, iPod touch): 1. Launch the Instagram app. 2. Tap the ‘Profile’ icon located at the bottom-right of your screen. 3. Tap the ‘Settings’ icon at the top-right corner. 4. Select ‘Clear Search History’ from the list […]

Dropbox – How to secure your account with 2-step verification

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“Is Dropbox secure? How do I secure my account so it doesn’t get hacked?” Add an extra layer of protection to your Dropbox account by adding Two-step verification. What is ‘Two-step verification’? When you have it enabled you’ll need to enter both your password and a security code sent your phone whenever you link a […]

Pinterest – How to stop email notifications

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“How do I get Pinterest to stop emailing me whenever something happens? I get so many emails from Pinterest, how can I stop it?” 1. Log into your Pinterest account. 2. Go to the top-right corner of the page. Click on the little arrow next to your username, select ‘Settings’ from the drop-down menu. 3. […]

Twitter – How to change username

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“How do I change my username on Twitter?” 1. Sign into your Twitter account. 2. Head over to your profile page (just click on that link). Or you can manually go there by clicking on the Profile arrow, and choose ‘Settings’, it should automatically take you to your ‘Accounts’ page. 3. In the Username box, […]