More Smartphones How-To
- 20 November 2012
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How-Tos: How Mobile Apps Developers Can Best Target Geolocation
Geoloqi, a scrappy software development startup in Portland, Oregon, claims to be re-inventing the way companies build location-aware applications. Here's the story behind the company and geolocation technology.
- 19 November 2012
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How-Tos: Large file problem with Android MicroSD card
If you are having problems copying a large file on to an Android phone, our Helproom Editor can help.
- 29 October 2012
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How-Tos: How to watch Microsoft Windows Phone 8 launch live
Microsoft is launching Windows Phone 8 today so here's how to get live coverage of the event.
- 26 October 2012
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How-Tos: How to update your Galaxy S III to Jelly Bean right now
Sick of waiting for the Jelly Bean update for your Galaxy S III? We show you how to update manually with an easy, five-step guide.
- 17 October 2012
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How-Tos: Using CDs and DVDs with a MacBook Air
Reader Steven Lange loves his new MacBook Air except for one little thing. He writes:
- 09 October 2012
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How-Tos: How to Set Up a Business-Grade Wi-Fi Network
Setting up a robust Wi-Fi network for your business doesn't have to be a nerve-wrecking experience. CIO.com looks at seven key factors you need to consider, including access points, frequency bands, network management and the forthcoming 802.11ac standard.
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How-Tos: How to extract voice and text messages from an iPhone
Reader Amy Campbell has all the right reasons for extracting data from an iPhone. She writes:
- 26 September 2012
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How-Tos: How to manage the threat to your smartphone
We're told that our smartphones and tablets are under attack, but just how real is the mobile threat, and what should you look for in mobile security software? PC Advisor explains.
- 25 September 2012
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How-Tos: How to beat tablet and smartphone storage limits
We’re creating and storing more music, photos and video than ever. Rosemary Hattersley looks at ways to get more storage space on tablets and smartphones such as the iPad and iPhone
- 21 September 2012
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How-Tos: How to get Google Maps back
Unhappy about the inaccuracies in Apple's new Maps app? We show you how to get the trusted Google Maps icon back on your iPhone, iPad and iPod touch's Home Screen
- 20 September 2012
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How-Tos: Fix Passbook's App Store error in iOS 6
Passbook might be the one new feature in iOS 6 that I'm most excited about - it's one step closer to getting rid of my old leather wallet. But I wasn't able to access Passbook's collection of compatible App Store apps, which was a bit frustrating.
- 19 September 2012
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How-Tos: How to install iOS 6
iOS 6 is here at last. Here's everything you need to know about upgrading your iPhone 4S, 4, 3GS, iPad 2, new iPad and fourth-generation iPod touch.
- 12 September 2012
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How-Tos: How to watch Apple's iPhone 5 launch live
Apple is set announce its iPhone 5 in San Francisco later today so here's how to get live coverage of the event.
- 03 September 2012
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How-Tos: How to download and install Amazon Appstore
Here's our guide to getting the Amazon Appstore for your Android smartphone or tablet.
- 31 August 2012
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How-Tos: Next iPhone Screen Production Delayed By Sharp, Reports Say
Sharp, one of Apple’s three suppliers of iPhone displays, is reportedly having problems mass producing the screen for the next-generation iPhone. Apple is widely expected to unveil its latest smartphone in just under two weeks, but Sharp’s delay could mean Apple won’t have enough new iPhones to satisfy demand.
- 01 August 2012
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How-Tos: How to use iMessage in OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion
Here is our simple guide to using iMessage to contact other Mac users, iPhones and iPads in OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion.
- 30 July 2012
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How-Tos: Connect Android phone to Ad Hoc network
Android phones and Android tablets cannot connect to Ad Hoc networks, by default. Our Helproom Editor explains how to use third-party Ad Hoc enablers, as well as how to how to set up your phone as a Wi-Fi hotspot and connect your laptop to it.
- 16 July 2012
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How-Tos: How to factory reset Nokia Lumia 800 and 900
Whether you want to sell your Lumia 800 / 900 or simply want to start afresh, we show you step-by-step how to hard reset it to factory settings.
- 11 July 2012
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How-Tos: Tablet Encryption 101
Today’s workplace is becoming increasingly agreeable to the BYOD (bring your own device) concept: Employers are finally giving the green light for staffers to use their own equipment for work while they're at the office. For businesses, it's cheaper to let employees bring in their own laptops, smartphones, or tablets, since that cuts down on the need to purchase hardware (though not on the need to support it). Regardless, businesses seem to have little choice in the matter, since many employees are bringing their devices in whether they have permission or not--and some people are knowingly breaking the company’s security policy in doing so.
- 05 July 2012
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How-Tos: Sync Mail, Contacts, Calendar with Your iOS Device
SuPaw asked the Networking forum how best to sync multiple email accounts, plus contacts and a calendar, so that it's all accessible on both a Windows PC and an iPad.
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