What are some good tips for a new iOS user?

[John Yester]

So you are new to iPhone, iPad or iOS.... Below we will list many tips to get the best experience out of your iOS device.

I ask users to list as many tips as possible and a brief description of each and why.

iMore has also written a few articles recently that will help out.

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[Spencerdl]

Just enjoy it. Don't spend time obsessing over battery life, fingerprints on the glass, etc.

EXACTLY...This^^^

 

[Peligro911]

Best tip I can give is ..
Don't drop it
and if you do you better have a case on it lol


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[TurboTiger]

Just enjoy it. Don't spend time obsessing over battery life, fingerprints on the glass, etc.

Well said Karen.
Good Luck

 

[Haalcyon]

My iPhones and iPads are among my friends. My simple tip would be to remain kind to yours and a loyal friend you will have.


via the phone

 

[pr1nce]

Enjoy it. It's an awesome device.

 

[iOS Gravity]

There is nothing to learn. You're born knowing how to use it out of the box. You may need to learn some things though.

 

[FrankT166]

Its really very informative tips.

 

[Evilguppy]

Oh wow the tips on how to darken colors and increase contrast are brilliant!!! Thank you so much, that makes a huge difference.

 

[Ledsteplin]

Keep a large bag of rice handy. If your iPhone gets wet, put it in a bag of rice for 3 days and do not turn it on during that time.


Sent from my ancient but trustworthy iPhone 5

 

[Anthonyiamador]

Use the default tips application within iOS 8, and watch YouTube

 

[the_tech_eater]

Don't reed the comments on news articles about Apple.

 

[james_miller2777]

Just enjoy it. Don't spend time obsessing over battery life, fingerprints on the glass, etc.

Yes I agree with this^^^