Archives for 2013

FlipControlCenter – Customizeable Control Center Switches

There are a few different hacks out already that add features to the Control Center. So far, I like this one the best for customizing my switches at the top. Here’s what the Control Center looks like from Apple without any changes: [Read more…]

ClearFolders – Transparent iOS 7 Folder Backgrounds

Cydia is starting to get some tweaks and mods for iOS 7 and one of the first ones I’ve tried is ClearFolders. This app simply makes the background of your folders transparent. It changes it like this: [Read more…]

evasi0n7 1.0.1 – Jailbreak for iOS 7 – iPhone 5 & Mac Tutorial

Finally, the jailbreak for iOS 7 has been released. There has been a little bit of drama with this jailbreak, more than usual. Basically, the people who wrote the jailbreak were paid to add an alternative App Store to iPhones in China. Like Cydia but for Chinese users. Users in China began to notice that the Chinese alternative app store, called TaiG, had pirated apps on it. That means that they were taking paid apps from the Apple App Store and copying them and making them free in the Taig app store. The jailbreak community wasn’t too happy about this. We even recommended users to not perform the jailbreak until the issue was resolved. Thankfully the alternative app store has now been removed from the jailbreak. [Read more…]

Poll: What Will Apple Release Today?

Today Apple will release a new iPhone. Will it be an iPhone 5S, an iPhone 6 or “The New iPhone”? What color will it be? What new features? All are rumors until Apple makes it’s announcement but we thought it would be fun to see what you think. Here’s a list of possibilities. Pick the ones you think are true and if there is one not on the list, add it to the comments. [Read more…]

Should I Get My Kid an iPad?

There is a lot to this question including age, demeanor, maturity, parenting & discipline. In this video, I try to look at all angles and options and help you think through the process and decision of getting your child an iPad, iPod touch or iPad mini. [Read more…]

Why is My iPhone Running So Slow?

There are many things that can cause your iPhone to run slow. In this video I try to give you a few ideas to fix the possible problems, starting with the simple fixes to the most complex. [Read more…]

Are One of My Speakers Broken on My iPhone?

Since the very first iPhone, people have asked me if one of their iPhone speakers are broken. Most likey, the answer is no and I’ll show you why. Also, in this video, we take you back in time to one of our i101 episodes from 2008! [Read more…]

Should Our Family Share an Account in the App Store?

Lots of people wonder if they should share an account in the App Store with people in their family. I highly recommend it and in this video I explain how it works and why you should. If you have anymore questions that I didn’t cover in the video just leave a comment below. [Read more…]

My iPhone Says, “Not Enough Storage”. What Should I Do?

Do you wake up to your iPhone with this message, “Not Enough Storage, This iPhone cannont be backed up because there is not enough iCloud storage available. You can manage your storage in Setting.”? In this video I can help you get rid of this message and I explain what the iCloud is and how to use it best. I’ve also made a video explaining “What is iCloud and Should I Turn it On?” Below is a step by step guide that I use in the video. I would recommend watching the video before doing the steps below so you understand what the settings mean and do. [Read more…]

When Will The New Firmware (iOS 7) Come Out?

Here I answer the question everyone wants to know right now. When is the new firmware coming out? I’ll share my predictions of when the firmware will be released and about the new iPhone 5S. [Read more…]

What Can I Do With My iPhone Pictures If I Don’t Have a Computer?

A friend of mine asked me recently how she could save her pictures from her iPhone if it was filling up and she didn’t have a computer. In this video I give you some ideas on how you can archive your pictures online or on disk. [Read more…]

Will the iPhone Life Come With iLife?

This question assumes the new iPhone will be called iPhone Life. I hadn’t heard of that so I did a little searching and then answered the question the best I could. I do talk about my prediction about the new iPhone 5S and the budget iPhone. [Read more…]

What is iCloud and Should I Turn It On?

In this video I talk about iCloud. I explain what it is and why you should use it. I also give tips on how to customize your settings. [Read more…]

What Case Should I Get for My iPhone?

In this video I give recommendations on brands of cases and how to look for the best case that works for you. I also tell where some of my favorite places to shop are when looking for iPhone and iPad cases. [Read more…]

Can I Schedule My iPhone Ringer to Be Silent? (DND)

In this video I talk about the quick way to set up Do Not Disturb from your iPhone’s Settings app or how to get more features using a Cydia app. [Read more…]