Apple How-Tos

Know Some Problems Of iOS 7 And Their Solutions

The iOS 7 has been released recently, and iOS 7.0.3 update is also going to release in this week as many iOS users were facing some problems with this new operating system iOS 7. But here we’ll make you aware of its problems and their solutions that will help you understand the latest iOS 7. After the release of iOS 7, Apple is struggling hard in making its newly released iOS 7 more productive among the iOS users. So that’s why we’ve seen two update of this latest operating system from the Apple.

Battery Problem

This one of them which we’ve seen mostly with the new iOS 7 as it has reduced the battery life of iOS devices. iOS 7 takes more battery than the previous one iOS 6. So in that sense it looks bad for iOS devices.

Solution

While there is not any official solution so far from the Apple, but there’re some ways you can really tweak the iOS 7 to help save the power. First off, you’ll need to turn OFF 3D effect found with the iOS 7. You can do it very easily by going for Accessibility Part of Setting Menu, just ON ‘’the Reduce Motion’’. That will really help you save your battery life. We’ve written on this topic comprehensively, for more info just click here..

iMessage & FaceTime do not work

A fairly main irritation is what the iOS 7 has made with  iMessage. Basically, it does not work properly, sometimes you don’t get messages. FaceTime is also creating that kind of issues.

Solution

The Apple has recognized this issue and is struggling hard on its solution. But you can do the best simply toggling FaceTime and iMessage ON & OFF in Setting Menu.  And you can also go for reset that might solve this problem.

Know How You Can Use The Burst Mode On iPhone 5S

When the Apple uncovered iPhone 5S, the main feature shown off during presentation was the camera enhancements. These two features stood out there more than others, were slo mo videos and Burst Mode on iPhone 5S.

The Burst Mode on iPhone 5S will capture the photos at up to the 10 frames/second, So do not miss the perfect shot. This comes in useful especially when taking a child’s photo, or action shot when timing is important.

But the question is that how can we use this amazing Burst Mode on iPhone 5S perfectly, ok let me tell you, just launch Camera app and then confirm that you are using either the square or the photo setting.

And next, frame the shot and then tap the Shutter Release Button, you can also use the volume key for this purpose that is located on your iPhone.

You will hear a shutter sound, instead of one click, you will hear a quick series of them. You will also see a count indicator placed next to the shutter button on the screen. From this count you can easily see entire snaps you have snapped in this quick burst.

No need to fuss about your Camera Roll as the software in iPhone 5S will group them in only one thumbnail. How you take this Burst Mode on iPhone 5S? so feel free in commenting in the comment section below.

Want To Increase Your Battery Life On iPhone Or iPad?

Apple introduced some sweeping modifications to iPad and iPhone ecosystem with the release of iOS 7, that received lots of new features and a comprehensive re-design of the classic colors, style, and the textures of mobile operating system.

But many iOS users after updating to iOS 7 don’t seem okay as this new operating system isn’t good with their devices. Many of them are complaining about the battery life and saying that our devices have become sluggish and aren’t working properly according to our desire. So we’ve accumulated some ways how you can increase your battery life on iPhone and iPad.

Close Applications

Many of us do not realize that how many apps are running on their iPads or iPhones, but with iOS 7 you can easily get them off  and with this new operating system you can see easily that which applications are open. By simply double tapping a HOME button, the latest multitasking option in the years 7 shows all page  previews of all open applications where you can very easily shut them. It’ll really improve your battery life on iPhone or iPad.

Delete Surplus Apps

Many of us have too much applications in vain. So  it could be a cause behind your battery problems. In the iOS 7, applications are in working condition even when they aren’t in use, they use notification and location services and also get updated in the background automatically. In short, if you have some surplus apps on your iPhone or iPad then go and delete them as they are consuming your battery life without giving you any notice.

Limit Notifications

Most applications offer notification settings, that allow those Companies to push you alerts and updates as they happen. Tough these updates and alerts are unnecessary. If you want to get rid of them, visit the privacy section of settings app and then toggle off those applications you do not want to receive their notifications and alerts.

In other words, you have to be frugal in consuming your battery life on your iPad or iPhone. And you can also discover some other ways.

Know How You Can Delete Your Instagram Account

Square photos and retro photos filters are not for everyone. And the Instagram’s ties to the Facebook may give the privacy conscious pause, so you’ve lots of reasons to say Instagram account bye. Here are some instructions given below.

If you are fed up with the Instagram account and want to leave it then visit Instagram.com > sign in > choose the name of your account in the upper corner > choose Edit profile.

On resulting page > scroll down > and then go for the link labeled ‘’I would like to delete this account’’. After that Instagram will ask the reason why do you want to delete it.

Choose your reason for deleting Instagram > enter password > press Permanently de-activate my account button.

Remember one thing that the Instagram does not have account de-activation feature like the Facebook where you can recover your account in upcoming time. Once you hit Red Button, your Instagram account and everything you have published will be removed permanently, and then you will not be able to recuperate your old Instagram account name. So think twice before you remove it. Let us know how’s your opinion about it below in the comment section.

Know The Solution Of Poor Battery Life On iOS 7

Many iOS users updated to the iOS 7 have been facing some problems as they aren’t happy with the poor battery life on iOS 7. So today we’ve come with some instructions that will fix your problem regarding battery issues.

We can hear lots of discussion being made about the battery life on iOS 7 as iOS users want to know about this particular issue. One of them was saying that my device was ok before I updated to iOS 7, I don’t what do now. And some of them said that If I would have known that what’s going to happen to me then I would haven’t made this update.

So no need to fuss more as you can also simply fix it. Most issues regarding poor battery life can be done through the clean installation process.   If you weren’t having the battery issues before you made an update to the iOS 7, it would be a software issue that can be fixed through a clean install.

In some cases, it’s a battery fault that doesn’t work properly and clean installation isn’t going to fix it anymore. The expert said they tested new iOS 7 when it was in the beta and when they derived issues then clean installation resolved the issue.

How can I Reduce The Background Motion On iOS 7

Are you one of them who are cursing background motion on iOS 7? Many iPhone and iPad users pointing that problem as they aren’t very happy with this particular feature called Parallax. Here you are about to get a comprehensive solution how you can reduce this nasty feature.

When the Apple uncovered the iOS 7 during its WWDC back in the June, background motion feature was shown off which moves as your iPhone move. Then this feature got a name called Parallax, moves your iPhone’s background image & icons the way you hold your iPhone.

For those who aren’t happy with it, can easily reduce the background motion, Go to the settings – General – Accessibility. Choose the reduce motion from Accessibility Menu. That’s all you need to do if you’re facing a problem with it.

While the Apple called this feature Parallax, you will not find that particular term anywhere on the device. The backgrounds which move around nicely are labeled dynamic, while the process to turn off this Parallax is mentioned as ‘’reduce motion’’. Are you still with me?

As you can observe, Turning Off this feature won’t remove the all motion affects applied in the iOS 7, but it’ll reduce them. It may give you a little relief from fast motion.

Know How You Can Install iOS 7 on iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch

Apple recently launched its new operating system iOS 7 for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, iPad mini on Wednesday. So the problem starts that how can you install iOS 7 on your devices. Here we’ll try to help you with some easy steps.

Step 1

Before the installation, the users should do a backup of their iDevice. Connect your device to computer through USB and launch the iTunes 11.1 on computer. And then select the device in upper corner of iTunes Window.

Step 2

After selecting the device’s name > Summary tab > check ‘’This Computer’’ option under the Backups > click on Back Up Now button.

Step 3

Go to the ‘’Update Tab’’ in iTunes apps section to update iOS app. You can copy your device backup files to the PC or external Drive. If you want to see that where iTunes save your device backup files, choose Preferences from iTunes menu and navigate to Device Tab.

Step 4

If you’ve not downloaded IPSW file, you can also click on ‘’Check for update’’ button. And if you’ve a specific IPSW file stored on the desktop, just hold on the Alt and then click on Restore iPhone button in the iTunes.

Step 5

After some window pops up > navigate to IPSW file on the desktop > choose it & click on the Open.

Step 6

Click on the Restore on a following pop up window and it’ll initiate restoring procedure, that’ll also take some time.

Step 7

When you done it then you’ll see the completion display. And the rest of the procedure will be sustained on your device.

Jailbroken device users should stay away from the new update of iOS 7 if they wanna save their jailbreaks and it is highly recommended.

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Know How Fingerprint Technology Works On iPhone 5S

The just officially announced and uncovered iPhone 5S, that is supposed to be twice as fast as its forerunner and features a fingerprint sensor. Many people seem ambiguous about it that how new fingerprint technology works on iPhone 5S. This article won’t leave any doubt about it in your mind.

The fingerprint technology, dubbed touch ID, will allow you to unlock your iPhone by placing your finger on the home button. It’s great to see that kind of advanced technology in an iPhone isn’t it? It’s happened due to the present requirements of the consumer who want to dive in the ocean of technology. For me, it’s very appealing and convincing technology move by Apple.

We have broken down that how fingerprint technology works on iPhone 5S.

With the Touch ID, all that you need to do is to touch your finger to the home button to unlock your iPhone. No more need for the irritating passwords.

With your new iPhone, you will be able to use only your fingerprint to get apps, books, TV shows, music and movies via iTunes Store.

But first you will need to add fingerprint and then set your iPhone to allow its use instead of an Apple ID password.

How to Close some Apps on the iPhone

How to close some apps on the iPhone? This a question I heard all the time. In fact, I was questioning the same thing as I will explain. Now today I will show you that how you can do this. I’ll walk you through step by step with some helpful screen shots to show you the process comprehensively.

Close Apps on iPhone

The elementary steps to closing apps on the iPhone are as follows:

• Swipe the left ‘’slide to unlock’’ slider and then enter your iPhone’s security code if needed.

• Double click on the ‘’Home button’’.

• Hold down any app that appears in the strip which is situated at the bottom of the iPhone screen until they begin to shake and you’ll notice that a red colored circle with the white minus sign appears in the upper left corner of the each app icon.

• Hit the red circle with the white minus sign on the each app that you like to close.

• Repeat to close each app or swipe to left to select and view individual apps to close.

• Click on the ‘’Home button’’ again to close the tray that is situated at the bottom when finished.

Close all apps iPhone

When I got my new iPhone 5, it was amazing. Since I was upgrading from an old iPhone 3gs. My new iPhone was fast and sleek. Until one day, after a month, it became very slow-moving and the apps were crashing and showing poor performance all the time. Then my friend suggested me that I can close some of the many apps. I was amazed hot to fix that. After some practice and searching I figured it out. Then I understood that I actually had hundred apps running at the same time! I was experiencing problems. Once I was in a position to close all apps, it was really good.

Now you’re comfortable closing apps, does not that feel better? Did you know that how to close some apps on the iPhone before reading this post?

So leave a comment below…