The iPhone Collective

[Caitsmama]

Ok, thanks!! I didn't realize there were free ones -- i will look into that! I just thought this would be great for the airplane! Thanks again!!

 

[sarahsar]

Ok, thanks!! I didn't realize there were free ones -- i will look into that! I just thought this would be great for the airplane! Thanks again!!

It is great for the plane! Our last trip it kept my 4 1/2 year old very happy the whole way with a couple of Disney movies pre-loaded before we went.

I don't have iTunes in front of me to tell you exactly where to find the free stuff, but there are always some different things that are free. They change. There are usually some free songs, but also free TV episodes. You could use anything to test out transferring the videos. I believe there is even a "Free on iTunes" tab or place to click when you are looking at the iTunes store.

 

[bushrod43]

Just got a new 3gs phone and gave my wife my old 3g. I have always used a screen cover and case, but I really like the feel of not using a cover. Is the case enough to protect the phone? If you use a cover, what brand do you use? I always end up with an air bubble and it drives me crazy. Thanks

 

[Mickeyflower]

Just got a new 3gs phone and gave my wife my old 3g. I have always used a screen cover and case, but I really like the feel of not using a cover. Is the case enough to protect the phone? If you use a cover, what brand do you use? I always end up with an air bubble and it drives me crazy. Thanks

I use a hard cover over the entire phone. It is not bulky AT ALL and the protector for the screen is hard plastic so no air bubbles. The brand is GRIFFIN and Best Buy sells them in pks of 2 for about $30-$35. TOTALLY WORTH IT IMHO. I can't count how many times the lil sucker has slipped out of my hands or been bumped by my keys. I LOVE the hard case!

 

[GAN]

Just got a new 3gs phone and gave my wife my old 3g. I have always used a screen cover and case, but I really like the feel of not using a cover. Is the case enough to protect the phone? If you use a cover, what brand do you use? I always end up with an air bubble and it drives me crazy. Thanks

I understand what you're saying, but I don't think I would be comfortable without a case. I'm using this(which I haven't had bubble issues with):

http://www.amazon.com/SwitchEasy-Re..._1_7?ie=UTF8&s=wireless&qid=1266840171&sr=8-7

Also, with this:

http://www.amazon.com/BlueHarbor-Ho..._1_1?ie=UTF8&s=wireless&qid=1266840241&sr=8-1

It was snug at first, but the leather case is loosening up and the fit is what I'm looking for.

 

[disneyholic family]

just used my iPhone 3Gs as a modem for my laptop..
very cool..

in general settings, change your network to USB tether, then hook your iphone by USB into your laptop, then select it as your network connection and voila, your computer is connected to the internet...

this is if you have unlimited internet use on your iphone..

very cool...i even used my skype, which i can't do on my iphone (unless i'm in a wifi zone)...

 

[Caitsmama]

just used my iPhone 3Gs as a modem for my laptop..
very cool..

in general settings, change your network to USB tether, then hook your iphone by USB into your laptop, then select it as your network connection and voila, your computer is connected to the internet...

this is if you have unlimited internet use on your iphone..

very cool...i even used my skype, which i can't do on my iphone (unless i'm in a wifi zone)...

That is very cool! Can you do this with a reg. 3G or does it only work for 3Gs?

 

[bushrod43]

I have an incase brand
2 part case that is very secure and rubbery, but it always makes the screen film bubble when I put it back on.

 

[Disneybridein2k3]

That is very cool! Can you do this with a reg. 3G or does it only work for 3Gs?

According to Apple's site, it can be used w/ 3G:
Using iPhone as a Modem

You can use iPhone 3G or later as a modem to connect, or tether, your computer to the Internet. You can connect iPhone to your computer using the Dock Connector to USB Cable, or via Bluetooth.
NOTE: Additional fees may apply. Contact your carrier for more information.
Tethering works over the cellular data network. You can’t share a Wi-Fi connection to the Internet. If you have a 3G connection, you can make and receive phone calls while tethering.
NOTE: To use iPhone as a modem with a Mac computer, it must be running Mac OS X version 10.5.7 or later.
Set up a tethering connection:

1. In Settings, choose General > Network > Internet Tethering.
2. Slide the Internet Tethering switch to On.
3. Connect iPhone to your computer:
   • USB: Connect your computer to iPhone, using the Dock Connector to USB Cable. In your computer’s Network services settings, choose iPhone.
     On a Mac, a pop-up window appears the first time you connect, saying “A new network interface has been detected.” Click Network Preferences, configure the network settings for iPhone, then click Apply. On a PC, use the Network Control Panel to configure the iPhone connection.
   • Bluetooth: On iPhone, choose Settings > General > Bluetooth and turn on Bluetooth. Then refer to the documentation that came with your computer system software to pair and connect iPhone with your computer.

When you’re connected, a blue band appears at the top of the screen. Tethering remains on when you connect with USB, even when you aren’t actively using the Internet connection.
Monitor your cellular data network usage:

In Settings, choose General > Usage.

 

[luke]

Tethering is pretty expensive in the UK sadly, assuming you do it the way Apple/the carriers want you to, which obviously I don't...

 

[disneyholic family]

Tethering is pretty expensive in the UK sadly, assuming you do it the way Apple/the carriers want you to, which obviously I don't...

we have unlimited internet use on our iphones, so tethering is included in this...
actually, when we called our mobile phone company to ask about using the iphone as a modem that was the first thing the tech guy asked - "do you have an unlimited internet use plan?"....when we said yes, he proceeded to walk us through the process...
very cool...

 

[luke]

we have unlimited internet use on our iphones, so tethering is included in this...
actually, when we called our mobile phone company to ask about using the iphone as a modem that was the first thing the tech guy asked - "do you have an unlimited internet use plan?"....when we said yes, he proceeded to walk us through the process...
very cool...

Very cool indeed!!

Even tho all iPhone tariffs in the UK have unlimited internet use, o2 still insist on charging you an arm and a leg for minimum data use via tethering...

http://shop.o2.co.uk/update/internet.html

Although as I said, it's easy enough to find a way around it

 

[doconeill]

There are unconfirmed reports that Verizon, when they allow tethering on the Droid, will require a separate fee for yet another "unlimited" data plan.

But there was a lot of confusion about the phone charges when it was announced, so its uncertain.

 

[disneyholic family]

Very cool indeed!!

Even tho all iPhone tariffs in the UK have unlimited internet use, o2 still insist on charging you an arm and a leg for minimum data use via tethering...

http://shop.o2.co.uk/update/internet.html

Although as I said, it's easy enough to find a way around it

yes, i think i've seen your work around...
it's odd that O2 does that...
don't they also offer unlimited plan mobile modems?
the phone company here offers an unlimited mobile modem, so tethering the iphone is exactly the same thing...
i don't see any reason why they would charge more than they do for the mobile modem..

of course, logic never rules the phone companies..

 

[luke]

I would assume that o2 want you to buy their 'dongles' so make it more hassle to tether the iPhone.

Oh and I take no credit for my 'work' , I simply enjoy other people's work

 

[disneyholic family]

I would assume that o2 want you to buy their 'dongles' so make it more hassle to tether the iPhone.

Oh and I take no credit for my 'work' , I simply enjoy other people's work

for some reason, i always thought of o2 as the nicer guys, as opposed to vodafone...but maybe i have it backwards...

 

[luke]

for some reason, i always thought of o2 as the nicer guys, as opposed to vodafone...but maybe i have it backwards...

Don't get me wrong, I have been on o2 for the best part of 10 years with very few problems!

In fact when I got my iPhone, after queuing at the shop before opening, they whole country had a system crash (3g release day) and they reserved our iPhones but wouldn't let us take them til they had sorted out the upgrade system! This lasted about 6 days, during which I complained to o2 customer services and they waived that months bill, which was very nice indeed

 

[disneyholic family]

Don't get me wrong, I have been on o2 for the best part of 10 years with very few problems!

In fact when I got my iPhone, after queuing at the shop before opening, they whole country had a system crash (3g release day) and they reserved our iPhones but wouldn't let us take them til they had sorted out the upgrade system! This lasted about 6 days, during which I complained to o2 customer services and they waived that months bill, which was very nice indeed

my phone company wouldn't waive a month's bill even if the world came to an end

 

[denise]

It looks like it's time for my upgrade

I want an iphone. I know that. But do I get a 16GB or 32GB? Do I get 3G or 3Gs?

I own a 32GB touch now. I have all my music, apps and information on it and have 13GB left. I don't see getting a 16GB except for price. I can take some songs off. Don't need all my Christmas tunes on it year round. I paid way too much for my touch ($499.) and I waited a year to get it after it came out.
It will be handed down to my DH to replace his little shuffle...so it will still get used....

So what should I get? HELP

 

[sarahsar]

It looks like it's time for my upgrade

I want an iphone. I know that. But do I get a 16GB or 32GB? Do I get 3G or 3Gs?

I own a 32GB touch now. I have all my music, apps and information on it and have 13GB left. I don't see getting a 16GB except for price. I can take some songs off. Don't need all my Christmas tunes on it year round. I paid way too much for my touch ($499.) and I waited a year to get it after it came out.
It will be handed down to my DH to replace his little shuffle...so it will still get used....

So what should I get? HELP

Not to make things any tougher on you, but there's a decent chance there will be a new iPhone this summer. Nothing announced, of course, but they have released a phone every June/July since the first one in 2007. It might be worth waiting a bit to see what the new one will have.