Getting Started with iPhone - Complete Guide for Beginners

Stephen Robles β€’ December 24, 2023
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Making technology more useful for everyone πŸ“Ί Video and podcast creator with over 15 years in tech journalism. Hosts Primary Tech Show with Jason Aten, frequently found in the top 100 tech shows in Apple Podcasts.

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Discover the essential steps to set up and personalize your new iPhone with my comprehensive beginner's guide! Learn how to navigate your device, customize your Home Screen, use the default apps, download new apps, and optimize settings for an enhanced iPhone experience. πŸ“± Deals on New iPhones iPhone 17 Pro https://geni.us/UuYAY iPhone 17 https://geni.us/wKxrXh9 iPhone Air https://geni.us/pqTBWHO ⚑️My Favorite iPhone Accessories AirPods Pro 3 https://geni.us/Ui9iIw Best MagSafe Battery | Anker Qi2 https://geni.us/AhPC Favorite 3-in-1 MagSafe Charger https://geni.us/4PBW1w My 3-in-1 Travel Charger https://geni.us/fDRule AirPods 4 with ANC https://geni.us/f5xhUl0 Multi USB-C Charger with Find My https://geni.us/qHAMwS Favorite Power Bank with Built-In Cable https://geni.us/KcDLzl Car Charger with Retractable Cable https://geni.us/DUeO MagSafe Car Charger https://geni.us/g7jgja Best HomeKit Lock with Home Key https://geni.us/kI9o2kl 🏠 Full List of Current Apple Home Devices https://beard.fm/homekit πŸŽ™οΈ Watch my tech podcast, Primary Technology: https://www.youtube.com/@PrimaryTechShow ⭐️ Join the Shortcuts and tech community! Access my Shortcuts database, priority Shortcuts requests, LIVE streams, and more benefits: https://create.beard.fm πŸ“Ί Videos Mentioned Set Up Screen Time Parental Controls https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCnyeuWW0bgZ6M9xYJq-WZp5OldcHgdss&si=oVpoZ8Q-clBsuQpY Home Screen Setups https://youtu.be/mv66hG8Ykpc?si=ekzaGbCjnXSAKkxu 27 iPhone Settings That Make a Difference https://youtu.be/X3QyJs1J7GM?si=lNjOa9EeaaJmdN3X Master iCloud Passwords https://youtu.be/t9WTq05h-OY?si=1fZrfEGevYozUvA9 Custom Lock Screens https://youtu.be/90OMNobTh_8?si=20RbVsFo6tsS7--4 Top 10 iPhone Accessories https://youtu.be/xb_sTrqS64M?si=wGnl7Yd9Au2wIPc3 7 Easy Shortcuts - Automation 101 https://youtu.be/CNLo26EVUu8?si=1r4MCaviq2xE5Pmi Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction 00:47 - Unboxing iPhone 15 01:47 - Set Up Process 08:53 - Getting Around Your iPhone 11:49 - Using the Control Center 12:48 - Access Your Notifications 14:07 - Multitasking on iPhone 16:03 - Customize Your Home Screen 18:51 - Downloads Apps to iPhone 20:54 - Default iPhone Apps 24:25 - Weather App 26:28 - Apple Podcasts 27:15 - Dynamic Island 28:14 - How to Use AirPlay 29:03 - Using iPhone Camera 30:43 - Photos App 32:22 - Using the Share Button 35:03 - Maps and Directions 36:31 - Notes App 38:49 - Contacts App 39:53 - NameDrop Feature 40:21 - Apple Music 40:38 - FaceTime Calls 40:56 - Mail App 41:52 - Phone App 42:02 - Messages App 44:09 - Safari Web Browser 44:55 - Reminders 46:17 - iPhone Settings 49:11 - Notification Settings 51:09 - Sounds + Haptics 52:03 - Control Center Settings 53:22 - Change Wallpaper 53:49 - Face ID and Passcode 54:59 - Adding Email Accounts 56:27 - Messages Settings 57:23 - Hidden Gestures πŸ“² Follow me on: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/stephenrobles.com Threads: https://threads.net/@stephenrobles Instagram: https://instagram.com/stephenrobles Website: https://beard.fm 🎧 My Podcasts: Movies on the Side: https://www.moviesontheside.com My Gear: πŸ›’ Earthworks Ethos Microphone: https://geni.us/X7xC (Amazon) πŸ›’ Sony A7 IV Camera: https://geni.us/PA1Qd (Amazon) πŸ›’ Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 for Sony E-Mount: https://geni.us/lkuYqbH (Amazon) πŸ›’ Earthworks Icon Microphone: https://geni.us/oMc8Xl (Amazon) πŸ›’ Shure SM7B Vocal Microphone: https://geni.us/9w0z (Amazon) πŸ›’ Elgato Key Light Air: https://geni.us/UetzsS (Amazon) πŸ›’ Sony a6400 Camera: https://geni.us/VOyRX (Amazon) πŸ›’ Sigma 16mm 1.4 Lens for Sony E Mount: https://geni.us/FkmNU1 (Amazon) πŸ›’ ATEM Mini Pro: https://geni.us/Dgiymx2 (Amazon) πŸ›’ Rodecaster PRO II: https://geni.us/uMHZGgi (Amazon) πŸ›’ Sound Devices MixPre-3: https://geni.us/Nb6A4zo (Amazon) DISCLAIMER: I participate in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

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