iPod and iPhone Tips and Tricks
By Sam Costello, About.com Guide to iPhone / iPod
This collection of article, how-to and step-by-step guides, and troubleshooting tips will help you get more out of your iPod and iPhone. Whether you need to learn how to do something or just fix a frozen iPod, this is where you'll find the answer.
- iPhone How-Tos
- iPod, iPhone, and iTunes Troubleshooting
- iPod Battery & iPhone Battery
- Resetting/Restarting Frozen iPods and iPhones
iTunes How-Tos
ITunes has dozens of small, great features - and some big ones, too. These articles will show you how to use those features, including how to categorize and edit songs, how to authorize multiple computers, and much more.
- Getting Started with iTunes
- Adding and Deleting Songs
- Categorizing and Editing Song Information
- How to Only Sync Certain Songs
- Listening to Music on Multiple Computers
- Authorizing Multiple Computers in iTunes
- Changing iTunes CD Import Settings
- Burning CDs Using iTunes
- Downloading Songs from eMusic
- Understanding iTunes Terms
- Transfer iTunes Library
- Ripping, Mixing, Burning
iTunes Store How-Tos
Learn how to use the iTunes Store from these articles. Topics covered include creating an account, buying music and video, finding and subscribing to podcasts, buying games, and much more.
- Creating an iTunes Store Account
- Buying Songs from the iTunes Store
- Browsing Content at the iTunes Store
- iTunes Movie Rentals
- Intro to Podcasts
- Downloading and Subscribing to Podcasts
- iTunes WiFi Music Store
- How to Buy iPod Games at the iTunes Store
- How to Make an iMix at the iTunes Store
Advanced iTunes How-Tos
When you've got the basics of iTunes down, come here. These advanced articles will help you become an iTunes pro.
iPod How Tos
These articles will show you, in step-by-step fashion, how to do all kinds of things with your iPod, including converting video to iPod formats, adding programs and games to your iPod, using advanced features, and where to find free music to fill your hard drive.
- Starting with Your iPod
- Adding Video to your iPod
- Adding Games to iPod
- Adding Programs
- Adding Songs from CDs to Your iTunes and iPod
- How to Create iPod On The Go Playlists
- Using Sound Check with iPod
- Using an iPod Car Adapter
- Using an iPod like a PDA: Synching Address Books and Calendars
- Using Your iPod for File Storage and Backup
- Preventing iPod Theft: Tips to Avoid Having Your iPod Stolen
- MP3 Blogs for Free Downloads
- iPod Blogs
- Restore, Backup, Copy iPod (7)
- Restore, Backup, Copy iPod
iPhone How-Tos
How-to guides to using your iPhone. Everything from basic features to advanced options like creating your own ringtones is covered here.
- iPhone Ringtone Creation and Installation Programs
- iPhone Ringtones
- The Many Uses of the iPhone Home Button
- Rearranging the iPhone Home Screen Icons
- International iPhone Information and Use
iPod, iPhone, and iTunes Troubleshooting
When you have trouble, errors, or problems with your iPod, iPhone, or iTunes come here for some basic tips on how to fix most problems - and, if you can't fix it here, where to go for more help.
iPod Battery & iPhone Battery
Learn about the lifespan, maintenance, and replacement of iPhone and iPod batteries.
- iPod Battery and iPhone Battery Basics, Tips, and Tricks
- How Long Do iPod Batteries Last?
- iPod Battery Replacement
- What Happens When an iPod Battery Totally Runs Out?
Resetting/Restarting Frozen iPods and iPhones
From time to time, iPods and iPhones will get frozen or stuck. The first time this happens, people often get pretty worried, thinking their music player is broken. But it's not - and unfreezing it is pretty easy. This section offers the lowdown on how to unfreeze iPod and iPhone models.
