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Video review: A wireless security tether for your wayward iPhone

Video review: A wireless security tether for your wayward iPhone

by ben patterson | Oct 27, 2011 | accessories, phones, reviews, security

Ever have nightmares of leaving your iPhone in a taxi cab or at a crowded Starbucks—or even worse, that a thief might sneak it out of your pocket? Me too. Enter Kensington and its BungeeAir Power, a $99 mobile security system that includes a key fob that’s...
Do I still need to sync my iPhone with iTunes now that I’m using iCloud? (reader mail)

Do I still need to sync my iPhone with iTunes now that I’m using iCloud? (reader mail)

by ben patterson | Oct 26, 2011 | how-tos, phones, tablets, the cloud

Shelley writes: I followed your instructions and now I’m backing up my iPhone with iCloud Backup. Do I need iTunes at all anymore? Hi Shelley! Sounds like you’re all set with iCloud Backup, which automatically backs up your iPhone’s settings,...
5 iPhone secrets you need to know (via Mom Central)

5 iPhone secrets you need to know (via Mom Central)

by ben patterson | Oct 24, 2011 | announcements, how-tos, phones

Looking for more hidden features on your iPhone? I’ve collected five of them in a guest post for Mom Central, which you can check out right here. Enjoy!
Restoring an iPhone with iCloud Backup; 10 daily-deal tips; the scoop on “Ice Cream Sandwich” (week in review)

Restoring an iPhone with iCloud Backup; 10 daily-deal tips; the scoop on “Ice Cream Sandwich” (week in review)

by ben patterson | Oct 22, 2011 | week in review

Thanks to iCloud, backing up all the settings, photos, and messages on your iPhone or iPad is easier than ever. Sounds great—as long as it works as advertised. Find out what happened when I put iCloud Backup to the test. Also this week: 10 tips for navigating the...
Review: Harmony Link TV remote for iPad, iPhone, and Android phones

Review: Harmony Link TV remote for iPad, iPhone, and Android phones

by ben patterson | Oct 21, 2011 | home video, phones, reviews, tablets

So, ready to trade in your TV remote—or remotes, as the case may be—for a smartphone or tablet? The new Logitech Harmony Link lets you do just that, although using your iPhone, iPad, or Android phone to change the channel or turn down the volume takes some getting...
Will the Verizon iPhone 4S let you surf and talk simultaneously, either now or later? (updated)

Will the Verizon iPhone 4S let you surf and talk simultaneously, either now or later? (updated)

by ben patterson | Oct 20, 2011 | how-tos, phones

Sandra writes: Hi! I am a Verizon customer and really want the new iPhone 4S, but I really want to talk and surf so I am torn between Android and iPhone. In the future, will Verizon update its CDMA network? And if I have the iPhone 4S, will I be able to download...
How do I know if iCloud is backing anything up? (reader mail)

How do I know if iCloud is backing anything up? (reader mail)

by ben patterson | Oct 19, 2011 | how-tos, phones, tablets, the cloud

Meg writes: I recently got the new iOS 5 download onto my iPhone 4 and it’s working great so far. The only thing I am having trouble with is manually backing up with iCloud. How do I know if iCloud is backing anything up and why isn’t it manually backing...
How to turn off your iPhone’s unread email badge (iOS 5 tip)

How to turn off your iPhone’s unread email badge (iOS 5 tip)

by ben patterson | Oct 18, 2011 | how-tos, phones, tablets

It taunts you when you’re at work, it mocks you on weekends, and it may even torment you on vacation. Yes, I’m talking about the bright red badge on the iPhone (and iPad) home screen that tells you exactly how many emails—work, personal, or otherwise—you...
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