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How to Download Pictures to an iPod From a Computer

The original version of the iPod, introduced in 2001, allows owners to only host audio files on their player. Newer versions allow you to host and play a variety of other files as well, including image files. You can add pictures to your iPod from your computer for viewing, for use with songs or for

What Is Recovery Mode on an iPhone?

Recovery mode on the iPhone is a method to upgrade or restore your mobile device. This mode is different than the Device Firmware Upgrade, DFU, which bypasses the phone's bootloader and installs a new or modified firmware. You will need the iTunes program to restore or upgrade your iPhone software i

How to Repair Skullcandy Headphones

Skullcandy is a company that makes popular over the ear and on-ear headphones, earbuds and other personal audio devices. They are especially popular among outdoor sports enthusiasts. Skullcandy headphones are known for their fashionable looks. However, like any other headphone, they can break or oth

How to Install an iPod Adapter

IPod dock adapters, commonly referred to as "iPod Adapters," are handy little devices that enable you to use a single iPod dock with any model of iPod or iPhone that has a dock connector. (See References 1) According to Apple, iPod docks can be used to connect your iPod to a computer, TV or other el

How to Remove a Mini Case With a Removal Tool

The iPod Mini was the first smaller-sized iPod that Apple manufactured. It was discontinued in 2004 to make way for the iPod Nano. But if you still have an iPod mini, and need to open it up in order to replace parts, you can do so with an opener tool, such as a safe pry tool or a flathead precision

How to Make Money on an App Store

Between various platforms like the iPhone, the BlackBerry, Droid and Palm, there are lots of opportunities out there for programmers to earn an extra income by creating a mobile application. However, the level of quality of the thousands of apps already in existence varies greatly, and not all devel

How to Make T-Mobile Work on an Unlocked iPhone

In 2007, Apple released a device that would be its foray into the smartphone industry, naming it after its iBook and iPod products: the iPhone. However, when you purchase an iPhone with a provider such as AT&T, the iPhone is locked to that network. Fortunately, it can be unlocked, but even then, you

How to Get an iTrip to Work

The iTrip is a third-party FM transmitter by Griffin Technology that connects to the dock connector of your iPod to transfer your iPod's music to a radio station on your car or stereo system. The iTrip uses an unused FM station, and transmits the signal from your iPod without the need for software i

How to Switch SIM Cards on an iPhone

The SIM card on your phone holds all the transferable data. This includes messages, contacts and calendars. You may find yourself needing to replace your iPhone's SIM card for several reasons. It may be damaged and crashing your phone, or you may want to import one from a different phone. Most SIM c

How to Sync an iPhone to a New Computer without Losing Music

Syncing your iPhone is an ideal way to simplify how much self management goes into your iPhone. This means that every time you connect your iPhone to your computer, iTunes sorts the music and videos and places the additional ones on your iPhone. If you sync with an empty library, you will lose all o

How to Convert a DVD Movie to an HP

The HP Slate 500 tablet PC is popular for its mobility but comes with a significant drawback. Unlike laptop computers, it lacks any disk drives, which makes it impossible to watch DVDs in a conventional fashion. With the proper DVD conversion software, though, HP Slate 500 users can watch any DVDs t

IPad to Video Apps

IPad video apps let you do many things with video -- watch videos of TV shows and movies on your iPad, stream live video from wherever you are, edit and share video, make video calls and monitor remote webcams. The iPad 2 features two cameras, a front-facing one for video calling, as well as an HD v

How to Share Files Between OS X Leopard and Windows XP

Apple uses the SMB (Server Message Block) protocol for file sharing with Windows users, as well as Unix/Linux users. This is the same protocol that Windows uses for network file and print sharing, but Microsoft calls it Microsoft Windows Network.

How to Restore an iPhone That is Unlocked

If you have an unlocked iPhone, and you need you need to restore it to its factory settings, the process is identical to that of a locked iPhone. An unlocked iPhone means you can use it on any capable network. In the United States, the iPhone is only available on AT&T's network, but if you unlock th

How to Use an iPhone 3G Without the Screen

A beneficial feature of the iPhone 3G is how easy you can use the phone without the screen. The headset control button can play and pause tracks, skip forward or backward and increase or decrease volume. Follow a few tips to control the device's music-playing capabilities without the screen.

How to Disable iPhone SMS Notifications

Customize your iPhone SMS settings so the feature works best for you. The iPhone comes loaded with sounds and alert options. Set different notification sounds to distinguish between a missed phone call, a SMS message or a new message in your email inbox. You can also completely disable text message

How to Get Songs From LimeWire to a Playlist for an iPod

Downloading music from LimeWire is simple and free. Transferring that music to your iTunes library and iPod is also simple and without charge. You can create a new playlist within iTunes to download your LimeWire music to, or you can add it to an existing playlist. When downloading from LimeWire, i

How to Upload Prints from an iPhone to Facebook

Facebook is a social networking application that offers a free mobile application for your iPhone. The Facebook iPhone application allows you to view your Facebook account, post information to your Facebook account and upload photo prints stored on your iPhone to your Facebook account. You can downl

How to Check the Battery Life on an iPhone

Your iPhone contains a battery indicator in the upper right corner of the home screen, giving you a basic idea of how much battery life remains. But what do you do when you want more specific information, such as the exact percentage of remaining battery life or your specific amount of usage? Your i