Setting the "Default" App for Email and Web Browsing

My latest iPhone Friday video - setting default apps for email and web browser in the new iOS 14. More here: http://www.BillSklodowski.com 

Emoji Search - What's New Wednesday.

From http://billsklodowski.com - This one is simple and fun. If you really want to be cool (and who doesn’t?) with you type messages, you’ll want to be sure to use those little smiley-faces and other symbols to add some life to your text. They’re called “emojis” and can show all sorts of emotions (hence the name), but lots, lots more as well.

Over time, the collection of emojis has expanded. Starting with simple faces, thumbs up / down, and a few stars and unicorns, there are now literally hundreds of emojis you can use to spice up your messages.

And our iPhones and iPads tried - and sometimes failed hilariously - to help. As you type a message or email, ever notice how the keyboard will “suggest” an emoji for you? Sometimes it’s exactly what you want to say. Other times, not so much. 

Yet another upgrade in the latest iOS 14 software will now make it easier to find exactly the emoji you want, to say and express exactly what you have on your mind. You can now search for emojis directly on your keyboard and then easily insert them into your message. 

In this video, I’ll show you how to find all those emojis, how to search for exactly the one you want, and how to insert it into your message. This new feature is guaranteed to take your emoji game up to the next level, as the kids would say. 

Best of all, it’s easy, and can be used in virtually any app that allows you to insert emojis; text messages, emails, social media posts and lots, lots more. Check it out! 

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"I" is for iOS - iPhone Friday - iPhone A to Z

From http://billsklodowski.com -  What a coincidence! We’ve been doing the “iPhone A to Z” thing, and this week we arrived at the “I.” Just in time to cover the latest iOS update from Apple: iOS 14! Cool! 

Of course Apple releases new versions of its iPhone and iPad software just about every year, and normally it’s not this big of an event. This year however, the release of iOS 14 is a REALLY big deal. The new software that runs your iPhone or iPad has added tons of new features and functions. So it’s time to dig in! 

Now, if you’re worried about having to learn how to use your iPhone or iPad all over again… don’t panic! Yes, there’s a lot of cool new features and functions, but you can implement them at your own pace, and learn to use them as you go. If you want, you can continue to use your device in (almost) exactly the same way you did before.

Yet… I would encourage you to check out this (and other upcoming) videos to see some of the cool changes, and how you can put them to work. Stay tuned! 

Now, it’s impossible to cover everything in a short video, so we’ll be spending the next few weeks going over the upgrades and changes. In this video, I’ll show you a few super-cool new tricks that you can only do with iOS 14. 

NOTE: If you missed it, you can get started on your iOS 14 journey by checking out the previous “What’s New Wednesday” video. It talks about the download / upgrade process, and shows a couple of new features, too. Here’s a link to that video: https://youtu.be/OSDMwHZFk1U

Now, keep in mind we’re just getting started. We’re going to invest the next few weeks in getting you up to speed on the upgrades and changes offered by iOS 14. Not only that, we’re preparing a full-on “Masterclass” that’s going to be offered to our subscribers and friends in the near future. Again, stay tuned! 

Remember also: you can get a free weekly "Recap" email telling you all about the past week's videos, and a link to download the free "class handout" to show you exactly how to do it what we show on the videos (usually the iPhone Friday video, but sometimes both the weekly videos have handouts.) 

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iOS 14 Is Here! What's New Wednesday

From http://billsklodowski.com -  The wait is over… iOS 14 is here! Apple releases new versions of its iPhone and iPad software just about every year, and normally it’s nothing to get super-excited about. But this time is different, especially if you are a big Apple fan and look forward to checking out all the latest developments to help you use your devices more effectively (and have more fun with them). 

With iOS 14, Apple has made some changes and upgrades unlike anything we’ve ever seen before. That’s exciting! There are a LOT of changes and upgrades in the way your iPhone is going to work and play with the addition of this latest software. 

But don’t panic! Just because there’s a lot of new stuff going on under the hood, it doesn’t mean you have to completely re-learn to use you iPhone or iPad. In fact, you can continue to use your device in (almost) exactly the same way you did before, if that’s what you want to do. 

Yet… I would encourage you to check out this (and other upcoming) videos to see some of the cool changes, and how you can put them to work. Stay tuned! 

For this first iOS 14 video, I’ll review the upgrade / update process. If you haven’t upgraded your iPhone or iPad yet, this will show you the best, easiest and safest way to do it. I’ll also show off a couple of the brand-new features and function you’ll be seeing on your device after the upgrade is complete. I’ll introduce you to home-screen widgets, and show you the basics of the brand-new “App Library.” 

Now, keep in mind we’re just getting started. We’re going to invest the next few weeks in getting you up to speed on the upgrades and changes offered by iOS 14. Not only that, we’re preparing a full-on “Masterclass” that’s going to be offered to our subscribers and friends in the near future. Again, stay tuned! 

Remember also: you can get a free weekly "Recap" email telling you all about the past week's videos, and a link to download the free "class handout" to show you exactly how to do it what we show on the videos (usually the iPhone Friday video, but sometimes both the weekly videos have handouts.) 

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iPhone From A to Z - "B" Is For Battery...and Backup

Long-Press Tricks for (Almost) Every iPhone App - What's New Wednesday

From http://billsklodowski.com - When it was first introduced, this feature was called "Force Press." That meant you had to actually exert a little pressure on your iPhone / iPad screen to get something to happen. Apparently that didn't work so well, or people just didn't get the hang of making it work... so Apple changed it to "Long Press." Basically this means you only need to touch and hold your finger on an app on your iPhone or iPad for a few seconds, and some new menu will magically appear. 

What kind of menu? Well, that's the subject of today's video. Not just the "baked-in" Apple iOS apps are using this feature. Lots (LOTS) of other apps are also allowing users to quickly get to special features and functions of an app by simple long-pressing on it on the iPhone or iPad screen. 

For example, a long-press on the Camera icon shows quick-access links to allow you to take a selfie, shoot a video, or even a slow-motion video (your results may vary, depending on the model phone you have and the features built in). 

Still, there are lots (did I say LOTS?) of apps that allow the user to get more efficient use from their iPhones with the long-press feature. In this video, I'll demonstrate some of the ones I've found on my iPhone, and invite you to explore your iPhone or iPad a little to see what you can do with all those apps you've already installed. 

Remember: As I tell my technology classes (both live and online), you can't break the iPhone trying this stuff out! I know a lot of people are hesitant to try new things out of fear they'll "mess it up." Well believe me, that's almost impossible with your iPhone or iPad! Yes, you may see some things you've not seen before, but there's nothing wrong with that. And if you do get into something and want to get out, just press the Home button (or swipe to the Home screen on newer iPhone / iPad models) and you'll be right back to where you left off... no harm done. 

Remember also: you can get a free weekly "Recap" email telling you all about the past week's videos, and a link to download the free "class handout" to show you exactly how to do it what we show on the videos (usually the iPhone Friday video, but sometimes both the weekly videos have handouts.) 

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