Introduction

Welcome to iPhone Secrets and the universe of iOS. Regardless of whether you’re brand new to Apple, iOS, smartphones or computing in general, this book will prove to be the perfect partner in wading through the joys that lie ahead. If you’re a seasoned iPhone user, this book peels back the proverbial onion in order to enrich what’s undoubtedly already an enriching experience.

The pages ahead will describe how to slip into the nooks and crannies that are scattered about the iPhone world. From little-known tips about tweaking iOS for productivity, to advice on how to make iTunes work for you instead of against you, it’s all here. This book was dreamed up after Apple’s iPhone line had already made an indelible mark on the computing world; in the realm of smartphones, there’s the iPhone, and then there’s everything else.

In typical Apple fashion, the iPhone is drop-dead simple to use, but perhaps troublingly, there’s hardly any information provided in the box as to how to make the most of it. Everything from advanced setup procedures to workflow strategies is covered in detail, with the excruciating technobabble omitted in order to make the most of your time.

I’ll even dive into the wide and overwhelming world of apps and accessories, pointing out the best and brightest in order to make your iPhone the tool you’d always dreamed that it would be. Having issues? There’s an entire chapter on troubleshooting, so feel free to get your hands dirty.

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