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The Most Unbelievable iPhone Stories

The introduction of the iPhone is one of the greatest technological inventions in the 21st century. It has created a buzz the world over thanks to its smart features and programs that are aimed at simplifying human tasks. However, there are some unbelievable iPhone stories that you never heard of. These stories happened in real life where the iPhone was involved directly or indirectly.

The story of the Australian businessman

As expensive as it sounds, an anonymous Australian businessman ordered a diamond iPhone worth £ 1.92 million. Its casing was made of 271 grams of gold, the front part had 136 diamonds and the back consisted of 53 other precious metals. The navigation button at the front was made of a single diamond of not less than seven carat thus making it the most expensive phone in the whole world.

The Story of the Thumb Surgery

A man from North Denver reportedly underwent thumb surgery because he could not use the iPhone properly due to the wide surface at the tip of his finger. Finger whittling is a surgical procedure that involves the creation of a small incision along the fingers while trimming the bones. Reports indicate that journalists did not have the chance to cover more details about the story since the doctor and the writer could not be traced. Whether it is true or false, it still remains a popular story among iPhone users.

The Story of The Man Who Escaped Death Thanks to The iPhone

Dan Woolley, a famous U.S. filmmaker was on a video shoot about the high levels of poverty in Haiti when a terrible earthquake struck. He almost died but thanks to the help of an iPhone first aid app known as Pocket First Aid and CPR, he survived. This app gave him step by step instructions on how to take care of his wounds. It even warned him against falling asleep whenever he felt weak and drowsy. He decided to set his alarm to ring after every 20 minutes just to keep him awake and this definitely worked when a rescue team from France discovered where he had been staying in an elevator shaft thus saving him from the jaws of death.

The Story of The Woman Who Got Pregnant Thanks to The iPhone

Lena Bryce had not known the joy of having a baby for more than four years but things changed when she downloaded The Menstrual Calendar iPhone app that is designed to alert women when their fertility is at the highest point. Lena Bryce became pregnant when she gave it yet another optimistic attempt after being alerted by the iPhone app. These are the most unbelievable iPhone stories in the world but due to the growing number of users, you are bound to hear more.

As the number of iPhone users continue to increase, such iPhone stories will also increase. Similarly, iPhone problems will also increase. Luckily, ifixyouri.com has trained specialists who are capable of dealing with any type of iPhone problem. Therefore, the next time your iPhone develops any sort of problem, log on to ifixyouri.com and check out a store near you. Alternatively, you can mail the store to them and they will send it back once they have fixed it.

The Public’s Problem With Apple: iPhone 5, iPad Mini and iPad

Problems with Apple

Much like the Apple stock prices, the company has had a year of ups and downs. While Apple has made great strides in the creation of the iPhone 5 and iPad Mini, the spotlight shines on every stumble the company makes.

Apple’s Biggest Blunders

Now, it should be stated that a ground breaking company such as Apple that has introduced the world to so many devices we now wonder how we ever lived without, is allowed the occasional hurdle. The bottom line is that much of the criticism stems out of comparison to previous models and short of any unexpected accidents that may result in a device requiring professional repair, they are all quality products. That being said, here are some of the issues.

The Lost Maps of Apple

The disaster of Apple’s Maps app caused something that is rare from the company, a public apology by Tim Crook, CEO. Not only was this app bad, it was godawful, what with it giving users the wrong directions and the lack of public transportation information. Things just got worse when late night talk show hosts began to make the app the butt of their jokes.

This app is the biggest blunder for Apple this year for many reasons. Arguably the most vital app on iPhone as well as other devices, it is imperative that the app is right. Because Apple decided to make Google Maps unavailable it its app store, the company looks petty.

Apple has always been concerned about holding the experience of the user above all else. However, because Steve Jobs passed away a year before Maps came onto the scene does not fare well for those people who are newly in charge of the company.

The Not So New, New iPad

In the past, two things always held true with a new version of iPad: the marketing team at Apple built hype before the release date, and the product lived up to the hype.

With the creation of the original iPad came the creations of the touch-tablet. The second- generation brought forth a lighter and faster version. The third-generation improved on the graphics.

However, the marketing team dropped the ball with the announcement of the fourth-generation when it was introduced at the time the iPad Mini was being announced.

With the fourth-generation comes very little newness. While Apple touts that this iPad has retina display, the third-generation iPad was actually the first to have this feature. The only things new about this particular iPad is that it contains a faster chip and a Lightning connector.

Is This The New iPhone 5s (in Gold)?

Gold iPhone 5s
Notice the difference in color from both the black and white versions.

Over at Buzzfeed, new photos have leaked showing what looks like it could be the new gold iPhone 5s we mentioned the other day. No word on whether these photos are legit, but it does seem to be the same size as the other two. Buzzfeed goes on to write:

“The blog that posted the images said the new “champagne gold” colored shell was provided by mobile phone parts supplierMoumontai. BuzzFeed could not verify the authenticity of the images.”

According to the Wall Street Journal, Apple is slated to announce its new device on September 10. Looks like we’ll find out in a couple weeks! Head over to Buzzfeed to see the other photos.

New iPhone Going Gold

Gold iPhone?Looks like the iPhone is getting a new color – first black, then white, and now gold? The folks over at Techcrunch say so:

Yes, there will be a gold iPhone.

That’s the latest I’m hearing from multiple sources after several weeks of rumors and possible component leaks suggesting the same thing. At first, I couldn’t believe Apple would break from the tradition of offering the simple choice: black and white (or “slate” and “silver” if you prefer for the iPhone 5) for their flagship device. Gold simply seemed too gaudy, perhaps even tacky. But a few compelling arguments countered my disbelief. And now, upon checking, sure enough, there will be gold.

On Friday, Rene Ritchie of iMore, made the most compelling argument for the golden iPhone yet. After hearing from his own sources that the gold iPhone seemed to be real, Ritchie checked with his colleague Ally Kazmucha, who noted that gold would be one of the “easiest colors to anodize onto an iPhone”. Much easier than say, black (which is likely why the current black iPhone 5 has more of a “slate” back color).

It will be interesting to see if this trend of new colors continues as the iPhone evolves. The article goes on to talk about the rumored iPhone 5C and iPhone 5s:

Finally, I think one more reason why we’re seeing this golden iPhone now may be related to the rumored “iPhone 5C” device — that is, the lower-cost iPhone. While I have no concrete information about that device, there seems to be way too much smoke around it both existing and launching in several colors, for there not to be fire.

(I also wonder if the recent push by Apple to sell more iPhones from their own Apple Stores has to do with the strategy for the iPhone 5C roll-out.)

On his The Talk Show podcast this past week, John Gruber and I talked a bit about how Apple might differentiate the rumored iPhone 5S from the rumored iPhone 5C. Beyond speed and price, color seems likely to be a key differentiator. It’s entirely possible that Apple decided to keep the focus on white and black (again, silver and slate) for the high-end model, while choosing more playful colors for the lower end. But some people, bored of black and white, may have opted for the 5C simply to add some color to their iLives. So the gold iPhone 5S (with a white front plate, one would assume) would seem to be a decent compromise in that scenario.

We’ll keep you posted as we learn more stuff. We’re always excited when new Apple products are concerned . . .

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World’s Most Expensive iPhones

World's Most Expensive iPhones

Inasmuch as iPhones are considered to be among the most luxurious devices on earth, there are some people who are always willing to take this luxury to a higher level. There have been some reports where various people, especially businessmen, place orders for customized iPhones at record-breaking prices, thus making such iPhones the world’s most expensive iPhones. Listed below are some of these ridiculously expensive devices.

The World’s Most Expensive iPhones

The world’s most expensive iPhones have been a great subject of debate all over social media, schools, offices and even homes due to their unbelievable prices and the valuable materials used during the manufacturing process.

iPhone 4G Diamond Edition

The iPhone 4G Diamond Edition from Goldstriker International makes its way into the list of the most expensive iPhones in the world. It is surrounded by a metal band that contains 6.5 carats of VVS diamonds while the back has Apple’s famous logo in diamonds. It has an internal memory of 32 GB and it is factory unlocked thus enabling the user to enjoy it without worrying about the wireless carrier. It also has an ostrich-foot phone wallet fitted with various pockets that can hold a maximum of four credit cards. This device costs $19,460.

iPhone Princess Plus

iPhone Princess Plus is derived from the Princess cut that is used on 138 of the 318 pure diamonds found on its surface. The remaining 180 diamonds on this device are brilliant-cut. This iPhone has a total of around 17.75 carats of pure diamonds that were set in 18k white gold that runs along its rim. It costs $176,400 but you can still get the “Brilliants only” model that costs $66,150.

Kings Button iPhone

Kings Button iPhone  has a line of 138 brilliant-cut diamonds surrounding its sides. It is engrossed with precious metals but according to the manufacturers, the 6.6 carat home button is the most valuable and expensive section of the whole device. This iPhone costs $2.4 million.

Goldstriker iPhone 3GS Supreme

Stuart Hughes is famous for his innovative ways of adding a sense of elegance, uniqueness, and class on various devices such as video games and the iPhone appears to be his latest obsession. This iPhone has a casing created from 271 grams of gold. The screen is trimmed with 53, 1-carat diamonds whereas the home button is a 7.1-carat diamond. This device is encased in a chest carved from granite and the interior is made of top quality leather. It is estimated to be worth $3.2 million.

iPhone 4 Diamond Rose Edition

The iPhone 4 Diamond Rose Edition tops the list of the world’s most expensive iPhones. It is not a surprise that this iPhone is from famous designer Stuart Hughes who also created the famous Goldstriker model. It comes with a famous antenna band that runs around its sides. It also comes with a back plate made of pure rose gold. The antenna band is made of 100 carats of diamonds whereas the Apple logo is made of 53 more diamonds. Just like other expensive diamonds above, the home button has the highest value in the 3GS Supreme iPhone.

The home button in this device is made of platinum that includes a 7.4-carat pinkish diamond. It also comes in a classy pink 7Kg chest made of granite and the interior section fitted with leather. This iPhone is worth a whopping $8 million.

Naturally, even the most expensive iPhones in the world aren’t immune to damage. After spending all the money on cosmetic upgrades, the screen can still crack, or the device can still be dropped into a toilet. For the very wealthy, or the average joe, iFixYouri specializes in iPhone repair.

The Best Free Web Browsers for iOS

iOS6 BrowserThose looking for a free alternative iOS web browser will find that there are a number of options to choose from. Because installing and uninstalling programs on an iPhone or iPad can be complicated, a person will want to find the best free web browser for iOS the first time around. Following is some good advice on how to go about doing this. Below are the best free web browsers for iOS.

What is Are the Best Free Web Browser for iOS?

There are some excellent free iOS browsers on the market. Some are better than others but it is hard to pinpoint which one is actually the best. The fact is that a browser that is ideal for one person may not be ideal for another. A lot depends on an individual’s online browsing habits.

Opera Mini Web Browser

This particular browser may not be as feature rich as some other free iOS web browsers, but it is one of the best options around. The reason for this is the fact that Opera Mini Web Browser compresses all information before sending it to the browser, thus providing a person with a very fast connection. Individuals who browse the web at all times will most likely want to use this browser, which can be downloaded at opera.com/mobile/download/

Google Chrome

A person who wants a simple, easy to use browser will find that Google Chrome is generally the best option. This browser is especially ideal for individuals who use Chrome for a desktop and/or laptop computer. Chrome has a sync mechanism that allows a person to sign in and see all of his or her bookmarks, no matter where or when they were made. Stackable tabs and Incognito Mode are just two of the many features that tens of millions of iOS Chrome users have found to be extremely helpful.

Webroot SecureWeb Browser

Anyone who does online shopping and/or banking on his or her iPhone will want to use Webroot SecureWeb Browser, as it is the most secure iOS browser option available. It provides total security, automatically blocks malicious websites, has tabs that allow for quick browsing and will sort out website search results according to which sites are the safest to open.

Choosing a Web Browser for iOS

Choosing an iOS browser is not easy, as there are many good options to choose from. A person who does not want to use the default browser should consider the options noted above and see which one would work best for him or her. Those who have problems installing or running the browser can turn to ifixyouri.com for help. The company is readily available and has the experience and expertise needed to sort out problems or glitches that may arise when installing or running a new iOS browser on an iPhone or iPad.

How to Use Your iPhone More Effectively

awesome iPhone cases 42Modern phones are harder to operate than ancient phones. As a result, a large number of people (especially senior members of our society) usually have a hard time trying to use their iPhone more effectively. Listed below are tips on how to use your iPhone more effectively.

Tips on How to use Your iPhone More Effectively

Once you’ve bought an iPhone, you will want to learn how to use all the cool features and amenities that come with this device.

Set up the iPhone Properly

Setting the iPhone up properly is a must. After you’ve bought an iPhone, you will need to install iTunes on your desktop computer and/or laptop and create a personal iTunes account. It is also a very good idea to sync your new iPhone to your email account. This will enable you to not just send and receive messages but also manage your calendar and add or delete contacts from the iPhone. Popular email accounts such as Gmail, Yahoo and MSN are all compatible with iPhones.

Web Browsing

Most people who buy an iPhone use it to browse the web. For this reason, it is very important to choose a compatible web browser and install it properly. All iPhone models come with Safari, a free built in web browser, but some people prefer to use other browsers.

Music

Learning how to manage various music options is also very important. A beginner will want to learn how to get songs from CD onto his or her iPhone, make playlists and use the iPhone with an FM car transmitter.

Choosing the Right Apps

Choosing the right apps will significantly increase your iPhone’s effectiveness. The idea is not to choose a large number of apps but to simply pick the ones that you need and are likely to use. There are many great apps to choose from, ranging from gaming apps to cooking apps.

Jailbreaking

Jailbreaking an iPhone is no easy task, although there are some programs that make this job a lot simpler than it would be otherwise. Jailbreaking an iPhone enables a person to get apps that are not available from Apple’s App store. It is completely legal to jailbreak your iPhone but Apple will not help you resolve any problems that may arise as a result of your actions.

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