iPhone newbie here.

[PDXMatt]

Hey guys,

I have been using Android for nearly a decade so I ordered my very first iPhone (Matte Black iPhone 7 Plus). Rather than hijack other threads I created this one in an effort to get tips and tricks and app recommendations. Please be patient with me as I'm delicate.

 

[MooMooPrincess]

Uhm hmmm, I don't know many tips or tricks per se but- if you want to charge the phone faster turn on low power mode or airplane mode.

 

[Highrisedrifter]

Good stuff, mate. Welcome to the family.

Honestly, coming from an Android, you'll get the basics instantly. Its only the subtleties you might miss first time round. Hell, I still miss stuff and i've been using an iPhone since the beginning!

 

[PDXMatt]

So what are some of the first things I should do?

 

[StayClassy101]

Turn off background refresh on apps you don't use or to also conserve data.

 

[eyecrispy]

3D Touch is a great feature that will only get better with adoption. Get used to using it.

 

[dchandler]

Welcome to iMore, enjoy and have fun.

 

[gmabev]

Apple actually has an app, I think it's part of stock apps that is called Tips. Check it from time to time. Helpful info. Also Apple discussion boards a good source of help too. Good luck. Sure you will love it.

 

[PDXMatt]

Apple actually has an app, I think it's part of stock apps that is called Tips. Check it from time to time. Helpful info. Also Apple discussion boards a good source of help too. Good luck. Sure you will love it.

Oh that sounds handy. I'll definitely check that out. My phone should be here soon. My Spigen case actually already arrived.

 

[taz323]

Welcome to iMore, congrats, enjoy.

 

[PDXMatt]

Welcome to iMore, congrats, enjoy.

Thank you kindly.

 

[anon(39328)]

Try to get used to swiping from left to right. This is the Apple equivalent to a back button. This gesture works in most Apple apps, and quite a few others too.

 

[PDXMatt]

Try to get used to swiping from left to right. This is the Apple equivalent to a back button. This gesture works in most Apple apps, and quite a few others too.

You know, I was wondering how that worked. I assumed you just had to go home and back to what you were doing.

 

[anon(39328)]

You know, I was wondering how that worked. I assumed you just had to go home and back to what you were doing.

Home button is still what you need to do to get out of app. The swipe gesture is used to change screens within an app.

 

[PDXMatt]

Oh that's perfect but I think will take some getting used to.

 

[anon(39328)]

I just remembered another one that will help you switch between apps. When in an app, hard press on the left edge of screen and swipe to the right to change to a previously used app. This is a global gesture... works in any app.

 

[pr1nce]

Welcome to iMore. Enjoy the forums and your iPhone 7 plus!

 

[Rob Phillips]

Welcome to iMore! I recommend searching around the forum and the iMore blog. There's a TON of information. Don't hesitate to ask questions!

 

[PDXMatt]

Thank you guys. I intend to search this forum extensively. I have been reading an iPhone tips and hacks site and learning a lot.

 

[jsntrenkler]

So what are some of the first things I should do?

Accept the fact that there is no back button