In this video, learn how to connect a cell phone to your Lexus head unit. Most navigation enabled dashboards in 2009 Lexus models are equipped to work with a phone. All you need is a Bluetooth enabled phone and your Lexus and you are ready to roll! Avoid those pricey cell phon ...more
Did you know you can sync up your cell phone (any cell phone with Bluetooth) with your MAC computer? Doing so will enable you to do several things, including importing and syncing your address book, iCal (calender application), and even tethering your phone with your computer ...more
First open up system preferences, select Blue Tooth and click the plus at the bottom. Make sure that your phone has Blue Tooth on and wait for your phone to pop up. Click continue and enter the number 71057113 onto your phone in the space provided. Once your phone is connect t ...more
Mobile phones these days keep you connected anytime, anywhere. The Samsung Instinct is no exception, as it comes fully equipped with web-browsing on the go. Watch this video cell phone tutorial and learn how to connect to the internet on a Samsung Instinct. Connect to the inte ...more
Thanks to the advances in technology, never get out of touch with the internet. Most mobile phones, like the Palm Centro, have web-surfing capabilities. Watch this video cell phone tutorial and learn how to connect to the internet anytime, anywhere with a Palm Centro. Connect ...more
Surf the web at broadband speed or connect to a WIFI hotspot with the Palm Treo 800w. The Palm Treo 800w comes integrated with internet capabilities, so that you'll never have to go without a connection. Watch this video cell phone tutorial and learn how to use an internet bro ...more
This clip presents an overview of the general technique required for pairing a mobile phone with a headset via the Bluetooth wireless protocol. For detailed instructions, and to get started pairing your own cell phone with Bluetooth-enabled devices, take a look.
In this Electronics video tutorial you will learn how to use Bluetooth connectivity to share cell phone files. You are not hacking in to other people's phones as you need their permission to access their phones. You can change ringtones and pictures or share them with your fri ...more
If you're ever lost or hurt out in the middle of nowhere with a dead cell phone, you might be able to "flag" down help as long as you're near some railroad tracks. Some train tracks carry a small electric charge as a means of detecting other trains for signaling or for detect ...more
A built-in airport allows the Palm Treo 800w to connect to the internet at any WiFi hotspot. Stay connected to the internet as you go with your mobile phone. Watch this video cell phone tutorial and learn how to use wifi web capabilities on a Palm Treo 800w. Use wifi on a Palm ...more
Want to control a friend's cell phone remotely and make "free" calls from it? In this hack how-to video, you'll learn how to hack Bluetooth-enabled cell phones with your Sony Ericsson or Nokia phone and the Super Bluetooth Hack—or "BT Info"—, a free program easily found throug ...more
In this video tutorial, viewers learn how to upload pictures from their cell phone to their computer. Begin by connecting the DCU60 USB cable to the cell phone and connect it to your computer/laptop. Then insert the software CD into the computer. Install the software, dependin ...more
If you have any Google applications, like Gmail or Google Calendar, that you want to sync to your new Android enabled mobile phone, it's a simple task to complete. There's nothing hard about it, but if you think you need help, Best Buy has answers. The Best Buy Mobile team exp ...more
Bluetooth devices connect your mobile phone to a computer, car, or one of those delightfully, dorky sci-fi headsets. Your Palm Centro comes fully prepared for all those joyous Bluetooth connectivity possibilities. Watch this video cell phone tutorial and learn how to use the B ...more
Stay connected to email no matter where you go. Mobile phones these days come equipped with email functions, that update your inbox throughout the day, for easy sending and receiving. Watch this video cell phone tutorial and learn how to set up email on a Samsung Instinct. Set ...more
Facebook is a popular social networking site, that has a specific mobile phone application. The internet capabilities of the Palm Treo and Centro keep you on top of the game. Stay connected to friend updates, messages, upload pictures, and whatever else keeps you checking your ...more
If you have a new Land Rover and a Bluetooth enabled cell phone, you can pair them together for simpler in-car calling. This method of calling is safer and easier than holding a handheld or fumbling with a headset. Follow along with this video and connect your mobile device to ...more
Planning a trip abroad? Stay connected even when you're traveling far away! This tutorial shows you how you can set up your phone (depending on your service provider) to ensure you can still get service no matter where you're visiting.
Test messages are a fast, discreet way to keep connected on a mobile phone. Sending SMS messages on an LG Rumor are easy with a QWERTY keyboard and predictive text. Watch this video cell phone tutorial and learn how to send an SMS text message on an LG Rumor. Send messages on ...more
Want to stay up to date with the emails in your inbox? Most mobile phones, like the Samsung Instinct, have an email feature and internet capability to keep you connected. Watch this video cell phone tutorial and learn how to send and receive email on a Samsung Instinct. Check ...more
Jailbreaking isn't just for Apple devices anymore! You can jailbreak your G1 phone as well, which will give you access to third party apps outside the regular market store. After you've connected your phone to your computer, download the software, and you'll have a freshly jai ...more
In photography, using filters over lenses is a common practice and provides a great way to set the mood or to create an artistic image. The only problem is that they can be quite costly and there currently aren't many available for cell phones specifially. Fortunately, there i ...more
If you just purchased an Android enable mobile device with Bluetooth, then one of the main objectives you'll have on your to-do list is to set it up in your vehicle for hands-free dialing and phone calls. Activating Bluetooth inside your car is easy, and all you need to rememb ...more
Check out this video tutorial to see how to bluesnarf a Nokia 6310i handset (cell phone). What is Bluesnarfing exactly? Answer: Serious flaws in Bluetooth security lead to disclosure of personal data. Three vulnerabilities have been found: First, confidential data can be obt ...more
Are you getting that nasty "Application access set to not allowed" error on your Nokia 5300 cell phone? Unfortunately, it's a problem for most Nokia 5300 owners, ones who wish to use 3rd party applications on certain carriers, like T-Mobile, who restricts the uses for branding ...more
Introduction In this article you will find instructions to replace a broken LCD screen of a LG KF600 phone. To execute these steps a new replacement LCD should be bought beforehand. Stores that sell replacement KF600 LCD screen can be found on the Internet. These instructions ...more
It's almost time for the new year and whether or not you believe that the world is coming to an end in 2012, you'll probably still want to document the momentous occasions that are to come. Here are five different types of photography apps that are available for both the iPhon ...more
When browsing the web, I enjoy my privacy. It's reassuring that I can peruse the internet without the worry of having my activity tracked back to me, allowing me to leave fun, anonymous comments when I get the urge to troll. Anonymity can also be important when sending a mess ...more
Video: . Recycle your hard drive into a hidden flash memory device that only you know how to turn on and use in secret. This DIY hack project allows you to recycle your broken hard drives back to life and turn them into something useful. So far, this project has several funct ...more
What do you do when you've been wanting to take some awesome photos with your cell phone but can't seem to find a captivating subject? Well, whether or not you realize it, no matter where you go, you will always have a reliable subject to photograph—you! For this week's Phone ...more
The holidays are here and all of us here at Phone Snap hope you're spending them under a nice warm roof with some yummy food and great company! For this week's Phone Snap challenge, we want you to utilize your cell phone to capture some holiday spirit. Whether it be the gifts ...more
Now that the holiday weekend is over, there's only one more celebration this year, and that's saying goodbye to 2011 and welcoming 2012 with open arms! For this week's Phone Snap challenge, we'd like to ring in the new year with you and see your best cell phone photo from your ...more
In this week's Phone Snap Challenge, we would like you to experiment with lighting and mood setting to create a silhouette. A silhouetted photograph contains a subject that is defined with an outline, appearing dark against a bright background. The subject generally appears da ...more
Kipkay is at it again with his pranks. In this video, he shares four fun and easy pranks that anyone can do to drive their friends (or victims) crazy! Their all very simple. They include a cell phone prank, a floss prank, and more! #1 - Confetti Kablooey For this prank, you ...more
For some, the end of the year is an opportunity to turn over a new leaf and create a new beginning. For this week's Phone Snap Challenge, take plenty of photos on your cell phone this New Year's because we want to see how you're going to ring in 2012. Or show us what the start ...more
It's the most wonderful time of the year. Christmas lights are up, stores are crowded, tacky knit sweaters are making an appearance, and there's the constant smell of something delicious baking in the oven. In this week's Phone Snap Challenge, spread some holiday cheer by show ...more
The technique of creating double exposure images allows viewers to peer into a unique world, away from reality. The results of combining multiple images into one can really be quite amazing. In this week’s Phone Snap Challenge, we want to see your own take on the double exposu ...more
Silhouette photography is a wonderful way to add a hint of mystery and drama to your shots. For this week's Phone Snap Challenge, we want you to try creating some silhouette photography of your own. Post your image to the corkboard by Monday, January 9th at 11:59 pm PST for a ...more
Whether it be through a window, a puddle of water, the ground or a car mirror, reflections occur with just the right amount of light and the proper surface. For this week's Phone Snap Reflection Challenge, post your submission to the corkboard by Monday, January 23rd at 11:59 ...more
Self portraits are a wonderful way to give viewers a sense of a photographer's taste and personality. And contrary to popular belief, they do not have to be as cliché as using the reflection of your bathroom mirror. There are plenty of different creative approaches one can tak ...more
Maybe you've never seen a mobile phone before, or the touch screen on the Samsung Instinct is freaking you out. Whatever the reason that you're finding yourself unable to even make a simple call, this how-to video has got you covered. Watch this video cell phone tutorial and l ...more
Getting tired of prank phone calls from blocked numbers? Check out this video to learn how to view a blocked phone number on any phone. Visit Trap Call to learn more about the service described in this how to video.
A slingbox takes content from your TV or cable box and then 'slings' it to another location - such as your smartphone or computer. This tutorial shows you how to set up a slingbox for your home entertainment network and then start using it!
"Ahoy-hoy." If telephone titan Alexander Graham Bell had his way, we'd all be answering phones like Mr. Burns. Thankfully, frienemy Thomas Edison had enough sense to realize we weren't always on the briny. He preferred "hello" as our standard telephone greeting, which he is c ...more
What's the first thing you would do once you realized you were lost in, say, a desert? If you're like me, you would immediately pull out your cell phone and start dialing every number. But what if you have no service? What if your battery is dead? If you make this survival so ...more
Fold an origami cell phone. Origami Club in English is a free origami information site, with origami animations and origami diagrams. Diagrams for each origami works are printable on B5 and A4 paper. These instructional animated slides teach you how to easily fold a cell ph ...more
Is your kid begging for a cell phone? Are you worried about giving them that much responsibility? Here's how to decide if your child should have a cell phone, and how to manage talk time and other aspects of kids with cell phones.
Need a new cell phone case and have a creative urge? With just scissors and duct tape, make yourself a crafty new protective cell phone case in just a few minutes. This tutorial on how to make a cell phone case out of duct tape is just one of many videos from DuctTapeStuff, y ...more
In this tutorial, learn all about Swype. Swype is an app that you can add to your cell phone to make texting and e-mailing lightening fast. Say goodbye to tap texting - with Swype you just let your finger glide on the keyboard until it creates your desired word. Check out this ...more
The Droid Incredible cell phone by HTC brings the newest Google application right to your fingertips. With "Near me now" Google Search uses your current location to let you search for restaurants, ATMs, gas stations, and more! Verizon Wireless gives you tips on how to search G ...more
Check out this video tutorial on how to take apart the HP iPAQ hw6515 Mobile Messenger cell phone to remove the screen for replacement or other minor repairs. See how to completely disassemble the cellular phone for all of those down and dirty fixes you need to repair.
Watch and learn how to stay in touch with your friends and family on the HTC Droid Incredible cell phone. Verizon Wireless shows you around the Android platform on the Incredible, highlighting the "People" widget and "Friend Stream" icon to work with your contacts and social n ...more
Even with all the technological advancements, iPhones and Blackberries look sleek but lack individual style, their backs a basic black or silver. Turn a blah cell phone cover into a fairytale work of art by watching this video. Using 100% silicone and small jewels, pearls, an ...more
Plunk! When your mobile device takes a swan dive, act fast with this Tech Triage first-aid guide to cell phone revival.
Sending e-mail on the go is a must these days. People seem to be working 24/7, don't they? If you've recently bought a new HTC Magic cell phone, this tutorial will show you exactly how send an e-mail from your phone to anyone, just like you would on a computer. This is a very ...more
You may be a little confused about all the new functions and features of your new Motorola Droid X cell phone from Verizon Wireless, bud don't worry, help is here. This video will give you a complete walkthrough of the new Droid X mobile device, showing you all the new stuff a ...more
Craft a mobile phone holder for your car by bending and cutting an old CD. It doesn't actually hook up to your car but maybe with a little modding ...more
This tutorial covers the steps on how to turn a Windows enabled mobile phone into a web cam that you can stream over the internet.
Dr. Kiki, from popSiren, solves the age old cellphone reception question. The Rad Scientist has moved into a cell reception twilight zone. Lucky for her, she's well-versed in antenna-making! Video: .
'Rooting' (also called jailbreaking) will let you install third party software or applications which the manufacturer may not allow (or get rid of apps that you don't want). It will void your phone's warranty, so make sure this is really what you want to do!