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2 Ways to Recover Lost iPhone Photos

Friday, October 14th, 2011

You enjoy taking pictures using your iPhone’s camera and you keep the pictures stored in your phone. There will be times that you might accidentally delete photos or someone who played with your phone unknowingly deleted some important photos. If this happens and you want to retrieve your photos, there are two things that you can do: use a software that retrieve files or you can restore your iPhone from the most recent backup that you performed.

We normally panic when we delete files from our phones without meaning to do so but don’t panic yet, there is hope if we act on it the right way. iPhones use the same storing process like computer hard drives do, therefore deleted files are not permanently removed from the drive for a certain time. The space your file filled will remain there until it is replaced with another file.

Remember to act right away in retrieving your photos before the hard drive fills the space where the deleted file was. Avoid using your phone and saving files before you are done retrieving your photos.

Restore from last iTunes backup – Once you are aware that photos were deleted on your iPhone, restore your phone to the latest iTunes backup that you did. This is also why doing a regular backup on your iDevices are a must. Once you are done, your photos should be there where you left them. However, if you never performed a backup or the last time you did it was several months ago, you will need a software to help you retrieve the pictures.

Retrieve files using Software – There are two softwares that you can choose from, although there are several other softwares, these two are among the popular searches: iPhone Photo Recovery and Stellar Photo Recovery. Both softwares require a PC or Mac computer. Download your choice of software and install it on your computer. After completing installation, connect your iPhone and the software should detect your phone right away. Just follow instructions carefully and you should be able to recover lost iPhone pictures.

Once you recover your lost pictures, get the habit of backing your iPhone on iTunes to make recovery an easier task just in case you lose important data on your phone again. If you have time, you can also sign up for free cloud services like DropBox where you can store your files wirelessly and access them anytime you need your files.

Sources:

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7 Easy Steps to a Free and Customized iPhone Ringtone

Friday, October 14th, 2011

Now that you have an iPhone all you want to do is customize every bit about it to have a more personal feel. You add wallpapers, get a case in your favorite color, and even make your favorite song as your ringtone. Since you already saved up on getting an iPhone new case, you shouldn’t be spending on ringtones when you can get some for free.

Originally, you can buy ringtones on iTunes but that’s paying twice for one song; one for your music library, one as your ringtone. You can save up on customizing your songs by cutting the tracks and saving them on your iTunes. There are simple steps you need to follow in order to successfully add clips on your iPhone to work as your ringtone.

Some things you need to know and have before you can start the process of getting a customized ringtone. First is that you need a PC or Mac, and iTunes. Then you have to make sure that the song you are using is non-DRM, which means that it’s not protected by copyrights. Songs from iTunes are examples of DRM protected songs. Once you have what you need, you may begin the process.

1.       Open your iTunes and locate the song you want as ringtone. Listen to the song and list down the time frame you want as ringtone. Note that you can only choose 40 seconds from the track.

2.       When you have your time frame, right-click on the song and “Get Info”. A new window while popup, click “Options” tab. Fill the “Start Time” and “End Time” with the time frame that you listed down and follow the minutes:seconds format. Click on “OK” when you’re done.

3.       Right click on the song again and choose “Convert Selection to AAC”. iTunes will convert the song to this format and will create a duplicate version.

4.       Right click on the ringtone and choose “Delete” then “Keep Files”.

5.       Now you have to look for the file on your folder, it should be on Music  > iTunes > and under the band’s name.

6.       The file extension should be m4a and you must change this to m4r by renaming the file. You will then receive a warning message, choose “Use .m4r”.

7.       After renaming the file, double-click on the ringtone to launch it on iTunes. This will automatically put the file on your ringtones folder and you can now connect and sync your iPhone to get your ringtone.

Now you can have as many ringtones without having to shell out some hard earned cash.

Source:

eHow.com

Top 10 Luxury iPhone Cases

Friday, September 23rd, 2011

The iPhone Cases are back. From classy to trendy, there’s one to fit every style.
Since your iPhone is extremely expensive, it is crucial to protect it. Let’s take a look at the top 10 luxury iPhone Cases.

1. Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton is come out with four different flavors of iPhone cases: Monogram Canvas, Taiga Leather, Epi Leather and Alligator Skin. The leather detailing just gives it that extra oomph.  LV logo is definitely worth the price, which ranges from $225 for the Monogram Canvas case to $1120 for the Alligator Skin case.

2. Ultra Case Luxury Edition Royal Crown – $179.99

Ultra Case Luxury Edition Royal Crown has a lot going on. It’s hard to know where to begin. It has a dazzling range of Swarovski crystals topped with a jeweled crown. The massive, artificial crystal at the back of this case is the main reason for its whopping price. Other than this, it’s heart-shaped, to make a few hearts pound.

3. SGP Ott-Paint Ultra Thin Limited Edition Gariz Case – $249.99

This case designed jointly by Gariz Design and United SGP Corporation is for those looking for sleek design and small size. Check out this glittery case marvelously painted with Ott. It is a special chemical paint that is not only flame retardant and heat resistant but also waterproof, mothproof, antiseptic and antibacterial.  This luxury case is a lesson in style at its best.

4. Swarovski Wildcat

If you’re a fan of leopard-spot pattern, this luxury iPhone case is for you. This luxurious case seems subtle. Nevertheless, if you take a closer look at it, you will see Swarovski crystals arranged by hand in a leopard-spot pattern.

5. Orbino Strada

A chic design with unique patented belt clip/pedestal is what differentiates Orbino Strada cases from the rest. The removable belt clip is made of palladium metal and it can even be used to support your iPhone so you can watch videos at your desk.

6. GlitterRing iPhone Cover

GlitterRing iPhone Covers are the most perfect in style and technology. You can get over 1,000 genuine Swarovski crystals embedded over your iPhone cases. GlitterRing’s premium cases even comprise a repair kit with extra crystals.

7. Miniot’s iWood

Miniot’s iWood cases are made using Chinese raw lacquer, clear lacquer, pigment and silver foil.

8. Softbank BB Samurai iPhone cases

Samurai iPhone cases are designed with traditional Japanese lacquer ware. Its unique design , and materials are all superior than most of the cases in the market.

The luxury iPhone cases stand out amongst the crowd due to their style.

9. Diamond iPhone Case

Diamond iPhone Cases definitely earn extra points for their chic look and fashion appeal. The goal of these cases is to grab attention. These cases aren’t for those who don’t value fashion and style.

10. GnG,  “Golden Delicious” $100,000+

This is the costliest iPhone case till now. The case is designed using 140 grams of 18k gold, a carbon fiber inlay and about 200 diamonds. The outer frame features another 400 diamonds in the logo, which may be customized.

So, now that you have all the information on the latest and the most trendy iphone cases, grab them now!

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How to Backup Data from Your Phone (Android, Blackberry, Windows, iPhone) tips and resources

Monday, June 20th, 2011

Just as you will need to back up the data that you keep on your computer you will need to know how to back up data from your phone. Different smart phones will need to be backed up in different ways.

Android

Google are ahead of the field and it is possible to add your phone contacts to your computer contacts and back the phone contacts up. Just open the contacts list and press “menu”. Next choose “import” and tick the “Google contacts” box.  That’s the start but there will be more you want to protect. More than likely you will have to pay for the app that will help so just look at the Android Market and decide which one you want. All in one backup mobile phone systems are paid but you may get one where you back up each section separately for free. You will need these three apps APN Backup & Restore, Call Logs Backup & Restore, and SMS Backup and Restore. This is easy to use as there are three buttons to press.

Other Options

There is an easier way to back up data and that is to use Sprite. There are concerns that there are bugs here so paying for a safe system is a good option. It is free so it may be worth giving it a go especially if there is not that much data to back up.

If your phone is rooted “Backup for root Users” it backs the lot up plus it is free. Your phone needs to be rooted however or it will not work.

Living Phone Safe offers pay as you use back up and also subscription based and is suitable for most smartphones.

iPod

At present, you can only backup tunes purchased from iTunes and you can’t select what you want to back up thus, you have to backup all of them. The same authorized account must be used on the computer as the phone and you can choose to transfer purchases not in the library. You will be lead step by step through the process.

iPhone

Cucusoft iPhone Tool Kits can be downloaded free on trail but the main system needs to be bought. You will be able to use it if you use the following systems Window 7, NT, Vista, 9x Xp or 2000. Once installed the screen will allow you to choose what you want to back up and then guide you through it.

Windows Mobile

This can be easy to do as you just need to pair your phone with ActiveSync if you use XP and you will be able to back up most of the files you want. You will be prompted all the way through so no need to worry about not knowing what to do. Windows Vista is different and you need to download Windows Mobile Device Center, while Windows 7 will set up the system once you plug in the WinMo phone.

If you don’t use Windows another Microsoft product MyPhone is free and will back up your whole phone.

Blackberry

Blackberry desktop backs up everything for you. After the app is installed click “back up”.  Then click “options” and here you can encrypt the data. Select “back up” and decide where you want to save the data. This can even be on a USB stick.

This Article is written by John C Arkin the contributor of PrintCountry News Articles.

Top 10 Iphone Games to Check out

Thursday, June 16th, 2011

There are several applications including games that are available for the iphone. These games are being run in the Android OS of the iphone and can easily be downloaded to the Apple istore or market. Here are the top ten games for your iphone that you should check out.

10. GTA: China Town

This game will prove that your iphone can also be an ultimate gaming console. Enjoy the usual GTA game in the old town of China. It is one great game that you shouldn’t miss.

9. N.O.V.A.

If you’re away from your PS3 or Xbox, you can use your iphone to enjoy playing this first-person shooting game. With the iphone’s 3G connection, you can enjoy this game with other players for an online death match game.

8. Star Defense

Enjoy this science fiction game on your iphone. The game uses 3D plane action making it fun to play with the iphone’s screen resolution. Each level becomes harder and harder as you set your defense against your invading enemy.

7. Carnivores: Dinosaur Hunter

This game will bring you back to the time of pre-historic dinosaurs. Here you can use 6 different weapons in battling this gigantic beast in order for you to survive. Players will surely enjoy the graphics especially those who are meat lovers!

6. Low Grav Racer 2

This will be enjoyed by those gamers who love Cobra Mobile. The game is expected to have more tracks, higher visuals and an online mode. Surely, it is another anti-grav game to check out.

5. Need for Speed: Shift

The sequel of need for Speed: Undercover. Enjoy this amazing game as a racer inside a cockpit of an advance car roster and let your competitors eat dust. Online race is also available for this game.

4. Sketch Nation Shooter

The game allows you to draw your own character and can be captured by the iphone’s camera and then be played in the game itself. Here you can use your creative imagination and act and feel like a game master and game creator too.

3. Project: Forgotten Memories

Be scared on this game that was set in an abandoned hospital. The plot of the game maybe scant in details but still, you can still enjoy its graphics and its suspense-thrilling ambience and sound effects. Play this alone at night to enjoy it fully.

2. Skies of Glory

Most flight combat games available in the market are set in the advanced stage of technology; this game remains itself in the original genre and background of the World War II. Old aircrafts, battle scenes and locations of the historical war are seen in the game.

1. Rolando

Have this iconic game in your iphone and start tilting and rolling your character all throughout Rolando land. Keep those smiling faces on your rolling characters! This game becomes difficult in every round to challenge you and your patience. Check it out!

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