As a proud owner of an iPhone, it hurts me to say something negative about it, but the battery life is definitely not the best. I was caught out by this little problem recently and I had no way to charge my dying iPhone. I realised that I needed a way of charging my phone throughout the day, but without the hassle of constantly connecting a USB cable.
I looked through all of the iPhone 3GS desk stands available, and the iPhone 3GS / 3G Desktop Dual Charging Dock + Battery Charger caught my attention. Not only is it a standard desktop charger and sync stand, it also includes a portable battery pack that you can use to charge your iPhone when you’re out and about. The Dual Charging Dock has two charging ports so that you can charge both your phone and the battery pack at the same time, and when you leave the house, you simply pop the battery pack into your bag or pocket and off you go.
If and when your iPhone needs a charge, you simple slide your phone into the battery pack and it starts charging immediately.
Charge your iPhone and battery pack together
While I agree that the battery pack is not the smallest, there are other options available like the Mophie Juice Pack. However, the advantage of this one is that you only need to attach it when you need to charge your iPhone, where as the Mophie products double up as a case for your iPhone, which means that it’s attached to your phone permanently and that your iPhone is more bulky. This isn’t really a problem if you want a case for your phone, but I prefer not to use one.
Seidio specialise in making protective cases for smart phones such as the Apple iPhone 3G & 3GS, Palm Pre, Palm Treo Pro and BlackBerry Storm and I managed to get my hands on some last week to try them out.
Seidio Innocase Surface Innocases are the most popular type of case that Seidio make. They are made from a tough, flexible material that is just 1mm thick and has a soft touch finish for better grip. The Innocase Surface consists of a front and back cover that snap together to keep your device protected. Innocase Surface doesn’t cover the screen of your phone though, so you’ll need to get yourself a screen protector to prevent it getting scratched.
Seidio Innocase Surface
The Innocase Surface has cut outs for all parts of the phone that you’ll need to access such as the charger port, headphone socket and volume controls.
Seidio Innocase II Surface Innocase II are almost identical to the original Innocase, the only real difference being the way that they fit on to your phone. Instead of being a front and back cover that lock together, Innocase II is made of two sleeves that slide onto the top and bottom of your phone and lock together. While this might not seem like a big change, it almost eliminates the possibility of the cover coming off your phone when you drop it. Innocase II Surface doesn’t cover the screen of your phone though, so again, you’ll need a screen protector to prevent it getting scratched.
Seidio Innocase II
The Innocase II Surface has cut outs for all parts of the phone that you’ll need to access such as the charger port, headphone socket and volume controls.
Seidio Innocase 360 The Innocase 360 is quite different to the other 2 in the Innocase range as it builds in protection for your screen and you keypad too. They’re made from the same tough, flexible material, but have a silicone cover to protect your keypad and a built in screen protector to stop your screen getting scratched. The Innocase 360 clips on to your phone in the same way as the Innocase Surface.
Seidio Innocase 360
The Innocase 360 also has cut outs for all parts of the phone that you’ll need to access such as the charger port, headphone socket, camera and volume controls.
Seidio FlexArmor FlexArmor cases are heavy duty rubber skins that have a tight fit to your phone and protect it against bumps, scrapes and drops. There are two different designs, one with a patterened back and one that is plainer, but has finger grooves for better grip. as with most Seidio Cases, FlexArmor cases don’t cover the screen, so you’ll need to get a screen protector if you want to prevent it getting scratched.
Seidio FlexArmor
The FlexArmor is moulded specifically for each phone and has cut outs for all parts of the phone that you’ll need to access such as the charger port, headphone socket, camera and volume controls.
Seidio Premium Skin Premium Skins are high grade silicone cases that fit your phone and unlike some silicone cases are resistant to dust, stretching and tearing. Premium Skins are moulded specifically for each phone and have cut outs for all parts of the phone that you’ll need to access such as the charger port, headphone socket, camera and volume controls.
Seidio Premium Skin Case
Again, these cases don’t cover the screen, so you’ll need to get a screen protector if you want to prevent it getting scratched.
Seidio Cases are currently only available for Apple iPhone 3G & 3GS, Palm Pre, Palm Treo Pro and BlackBerry Storm with Mobile Fun promising to expand their range soon. Personally I prefer the Innocase II, the locking top and bottom sleeve provide a much better fir than the original Innocase and from past experience with cheap crystal cases, any cover that has a front and back that clip together doesn’t normally last that long. FlexArmor are good too, although the one with the patterned back is a bit over the top – the plain one with finger grooves is a much more subtle case that won’t draw too much extra attention to your phone.
To see the full range of cases and to see what’s available for your phone, take a look at the full range of Seidio Cases on the Mobile Fun website
OK, I’ve seen some pretty odd ways of using mobile phone’s over the years, but this one really made me chuckle. As you’ve probably heard, you can now get TomTom Sat Nav on your iPhone, and the whole world seem to be going crazy about it.
Quite a few bloggers are reviewing the new software and posting video’s of it being used – which is great, after all 60 is a lot to spend on a software download if it’s no good, but I really think some people need to plan ahead when it comes to creating a video review.
This morning I stumbled on this iPhone TomTom video review on YouTube which shows off how easy the software is to use. They then take it for a spin in the car and demonstrate brilliantly how not to mount your iPhone in the car.
There are some things that sellotape shouldn't be used for!
Sellotaping your iPhone to the dash might be a quick fix, but just think of the mess that’s going to be left on his phone and dashboard when he’s done. Silly really, when for less than 15 he could have got himself an iPhone Sat Nav Pack that includes a rotating windscreen holder and car charger.
On the subject of iPhone holders, I’ve noticed that people seem to think that you have to use sat nav on the iPhone in landscape mode. As most phone holders for the iPhone 3G and 3GS are portrait, I’m guessing this is why people are resorting to sellotaping their phones to the dashboard, but what you may not realise is that Sat Nav works perfectly well in portrait mode too – in fact I prefer it. It means you don’t have to keep rotating the phone if a call or text message comes through and I find that you get a clearer view of what’s coming up on the road ahead. Admittedly, there’s not much in it, but do you really need to see all the side roads that you’re not going to be driving down?
iPhone Sat Nav: Landscape Vs Portrait
Easiest option of course is to just get yourself a rotating holder so that you can use your phone which ever way you want. The following iPhone car holders can all rotate for use in landscape or portrait mode. Personally I prefer to use a Brodit attached to a ProClip so that I don’t have to keep removing it from my windscreen and wiping away the tell tale ring on the glass that says you’ve got sat nav in the car.
If you’ve got a multiple devices that need charging on a near daily basis, then this could be the best charging solution for you. The Bluelounge Refresh is a similar concept to the Bluelounge Sanctuary that was released last year – Instead of having to use a separate charger for each of your devices, you just plug in the Refresh, and then use one of the 6 charging leads to power your phone or MP3 Player.
Bluelounge Refresh - Multi Device Charger
Available in 3 colours – Pink, Black and White, the Bluelounge Refresh will be a welcome addition to any home where there are frequent arguements over mis-placed chargers or limited free plug sockets.
BlueLounge Refresh Charging Options
There are 6 different charging leads on the Bluelounge Refresh, 2 Apple Dock connectorsfor iPhone and iPod, 1 Mini USB and 1 Micro USB. As Micro USB is becoming the standard charger for all new mobile phones it means that you’ll be able to use the Refresh for many years without worrying about it not being compatible with your next phone.
The other two leads are standard USB ports that you can use to charge any mobile phone using your existing USB data/charging cable. These charging cables can behidden underneath the base until needed leaving your Refresh charging hub looking neat and uncluttered.
The Bluelounge Refresh has been certified by Apple as ‘Made for iPod‘ & ‘Works with iPhone‘ and will work with any MP3 Players that charge using a USB connection.
The Bluelounge Refresh looks great in any home or office
The BlueLounge Refresh is due to be released on the 26th August and is available toPre-Order now in Pink, Black and White
It was announced back in March at the Apple Developers Conference, but until now further details have been very few and far between.. Until now.
We already know that the software and the car cradle will be available separately, and we’re now hearing that the car cradle will retail for around 115, but there is no news yet as to whether this includes the software or not.
UPDATE: TomTom for UK is available now in the iTunes App store for 59.99. No confirmed pricing yet on the car kit. iTunes Link.
iPhone TomTom Car Kit
Another image has surfaced of the iPhone TomTom Car Cradle, this time showing off a few more of it’s features:
EasyPort Mount from the TomTom ONE and TomTomXL
Built In Speaker
Volume Control
Microphone for handsfree calling
Mini USB Charging Connector
Audio Line out (for connecting to Car Stereo)
Sources are also confirming that it will work with the iPod touch too.
We’ve not yet been able to confirm any of this yet with our suppliers, and we’ll post again as soon as we know more.
On a similar note, the rumour mill is also suggesting that CoPilot Live 8 is on its way to the App Store and will be available some time next week for around 26. UPDATE: CoPilot Live 8 is available now from the AppStore – iTunes Link
Decisions decisions…60+the cost of the car kit for TomTom, 26 for CoPilot…
The iPhone is still the most desirable touch screen phone out there and despite all it’s competition the iPhone is still seen as the ‘must have’ phone. If you’ve already got one, then you’re going to want to stop it getting damaged when you knock, drop or scrape it. A case is the best way to do this, but with such a wide range of cases, skins, crystal and silicone cases available, choosing the right one can be quite tough, so I’ve been through some of the most popular iPhone cases that are available and here, in no particular order, are my top 10 cases for the iPhone 3G & 3GS.
This case is hand made from premium leather and designed specifically for the iPhone. As well as protecting your phone, the Piel Frama case has storage space for Bank/Credit cards and cut outs that allow you to use your headphones and charger while your iPhone is in the case. A detachable belt clip lets you chose between carrying it in you pocket/bag and your belt. Piel Frama also produce a Windscreen holder which allows you to use your iPhone in the car without having to remove it from the case.
Since the iPhone 3G launched last year with built in GPS and the new iPhone 3GS launch this year, people have been calling out for a proper Satellite Navigation Application for it. Well, after a long wait, iPhone OS 3.0 finally provides support for turn-by-turn navigation.
Navigon MobileNavigator for iPhone 3G & iPhone 3GS
TomTom were the first company to announce a ‘proper’ Sat Nav solution for the iPhone at last months Apple Developers Conference. TomTom demonstrated the software and introduced the TomTom Cradle – an optional extra to help you get the most out of their mapping software, but they didn’t announce any pricing or release dates. This week though saw the release of the first two Sat Nav apps, and surprisingly TomTom weren’t one of them!
First to launch were Navigon -MobileNavigator: Europe came first, withMobileNavigator: British Isles appearing in the App Store this morning. (Both are available now from iTunes and clicking the links will launch iTunes and take you directly to the App Store).
Second to release a full turn by turn App is Mobile Maps 2009 by Sygic. From the reviews it’s getting, it’s a better option than Navigon as it has a few more features such as full postcode search.
Navigon posted this video demoing the software.
If you do invest in a Sat Nav App for your phone, it’s not just the App that you’re going to need. You’ll need something to hold your iPhone and a way of keeping your iPhone charged, as battery life will be dramatically affected by using Sat Nav, especially on long journeys.
Depending on your budget and what you want to achieve in your car, there are a number of options available:
Something Simple
iPhone Rotating Car Holder
If you don’t want to break the bank and just want a simple, no fuss solution, then you’ll need to get yourself an iPhone 3G Car Holder and iPhone Car Charger. The holder simply fixes to your windscreen using a suction cup and can be used in either landscape or portrait mode.
Brodit Active Holder for iPhone 3GS
If you don’t like having things stuck to your window or the tell tale circle on the glass that says you have a Sat Nav system, then you should also consider a Brodit Active Holder for the iPhone 3GS. These are phone specific cradles that will hold your iPhone securely and have a car charger wired into them, so there is no need to fiddle with cables. They are made from a strong ABS plastic and have a soft touch coating to prevent your phone from getting scratched as you use the holder. You can use your iPhone in both landscape and portrait modes as these holders have a rotating bracket. Brodit Active holders are designed to be screwed onto your dashboard, although if you don’t fancy doing this you can use a Brodit Pro Clip. These are secure mounting pads that clip on to your dashboard and can be removed without causing any damage to your vehicle. ProClips provide an ideal base for fixing an active holder on to.
TomTom on iPhone 3G
TomTom Car Kit for iPhone 3G & iPhone 3GS
If you plan on using the TomTom software when it is released later in the year, then this is probably your best option. The TomTom Car Kit does just about everything you need all in one small discrete holder. The suction mount can be fixed to either your windscreen or dashboard (using a fixing plate) and can be rotated for use in either landscape or portrait mode. As well as holding your iPhone, the TomTom Car Kit will boost your GPS signal for improved tracking; it has an FM Transmitter that allows you to play music from your phone through your stereo speakers, and a built in loudspeaker for the voice navigation while you’re driving. Pricing and availability are still to be confirmed.
Music Streaming, Hands-Free Calling and Navigation
If you really want to get the best from your iPhone and want an in car set up that can be used with your iPhone 3G / 3GS for handling calls, music and navigation there are a number of Plug & Play and professionally installed options available.
Play music from your iPhone 3GS through your Car Stereo with the Jabra SP700
There are a few iPhone 3GS Plug & Play Car Kits that will work with the iPhone 3G, and the Jabra SP700 is one of the best. The Jabra SP700 is a self install Bluetooth Car Kit that simply clips to the sun visor of your car and pairs to your iPhone using Bluetooth. The SP700 supports the A2DP profile, which means that you can stream your music to it over Bluetooth and listen to it either using the speaker in the SP700 or you can stream the music from the SP700 to your car stereo speakers using its built in FM Transmitter, in a similar way to how the TomTom car kit works.When you use the Sat Nav app on your iPhone, any voice commands will also be played through your car stereo speakers so you shouldn’t ever miss any directions. The battery life of the SP700 is upto 14 hours talk time and 250 hours stand by.
Streaming using Bluetooth can be quite a drain on the battery, especially if you are using Sat Nav at the same time, you will almost certainly need a car charger and a way of mounting the phone in the car. Personally I’d recommend using aBrodit Active holder for iPhone 3G and a vehicle specific ProClip.
Fully Integrated to your Car
If you want a more permanent solution or one where you don’t need to recharge the handsfree unit, then theiPhone 3GS fully fitted Car Kit will be your best bet.
Parrot MKi9000 for iPhone 3GS
I’ve tried most of these kits out with the iPhone 3G and the iPhone 3GS, and by far the best option here is one of theParrot MKi Car Kits. Parrot only make Bluetooth accessories and because of that they make sure that every phone works brilliantly with their car kits. There are three kits in the MKi range, but the Parrot MKi9000 for iPhone 3GS is your best bet, mainly because you dont need an external screen. You can play music from your phone through the MKi9000 either by connecting the Dock Connector (which will also charge your phone) or you can stream it using Bluetooth.
The Mki9000 will synchronise with your phone book, and supports voice dialing even on the iPhone 3G. There is also a small remote that you can attach to your dash or steering wheel to control your music (Play/Pause and Volume only when streaming using Bluetooth).When you use Sat Nav on your phone, voice instructions come through your car stereo clearly, and if music is playing at the same time, it briefly mutes out the music so that you don’t miss any directions.
You won’t need to buy a car charger for your iPhone as this kit will charge your iPhone when you connect the dock cable, but you will still need a holder for your iPhone 3GS. Depending on how this kit is installed into your car, you may find that the charging cable may not be able to reach the windscreen, so a dashboard holder such as the Brodit Pass through Holder for iPhone 3G & 3GS will be a better option. It’s made from the same soft touch plastic as the Brodit Active Holder, but instead of having a car charger attached, it has a Dock Connector on the bottom so you can leave the charging cable connected permanently.
They’re easy enought to fit yourself, but to be on the safe side I’d recommend that you have your car kit professionally installed.
Over the next few months we will see even more Sat Nav applications make their way into the app store, with products from Telmap, Co-Pilot and Navicore still in the pipeline.
If you’ve used any of these Sat Nav applications or accessories, let us know your thoughts by leaving a comment below.
The Apple iPhone 3GS is a touchscreen phone packed full of features. To get the most out of your phone, youll need to treat yourself to a few extras but what do you need? The amount of iPhone 3G Cases and other accessories available for phones now is almost overwhelming, so to help you out, weve compiled a list of our top ten accessories for the Apple iPhone 3GS and iPhone 3G.
One of the best new features I’ve found with iPhone OS 3.0 on both the iPhone 3G and the 3GS is the ability to type in landscape mode, and this stand makes it even easier as it holds your iPhone at the perfect angle for landscape typing. With the Xtand you can keep your phone in clear view on your desk, and can rotate it to use the phone in both portrait and landscape mode. The Xtand is ideal for watching movies, browsing the internet or flicking through your music using coverflow. The Xtand is styled to match Apple iMacs and the new Unibody MacBook Pro.
Having spent a lot of money on the iPhone 3GS, the last thing you’re going to want to do to it is damage it or scratch it, so a case is a worthwhile investment.
Technically this isn’t really a case, but it gives the same amount of protection against knocks and scrapes without adding any extra bulk to your phone. InvisibleSHIELDs are a tough, thin plastic film that covers all of your iPhone 3GS. It has a non slip feel which reduces the chance of it slipping out of your hand. It also has an anti reflective coating that eliminates reflections and reduces fingerprints.
By far this is our most popular Leather Case for the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS. It is hand made from premium leather and designed specifically for your phone. As well as protecting your phone, the Piel Frama cases have storage space for Bank/Credit cards and cut outs that allow you to use your headphones and charger while your iPhone is in the case.
One of the new features of the iPhone 3GS was a built in Compass, great if you enjoy outdoors activities such as camping, hiking etc. If you do enjoy these kinds of activities and want to take your iPhone with you, then you’ll need a case that will keep your phone protected in some pretty harsh environments, and that’s exactly what the OtterBox cases do. They are a triple layered case that will withstand serious knocks. They consist of a Clear membrane to protect your screen, a High Impact polycarbonate shell that wraps around the iPhone and surrounding this is a strong silicone skin that absorbs bumps and shocks.
Another new feature was the introduction of Stereo Bluetooth. This allows you to listen to your music on headphones, but with out the hassle of a wire going from your headphones to your iPhone. The BT3030 will work for both calls and music and allows you to use any 3.5mm headphones. While full music control isn’t supported by the iPhone, the BT 3030 will let you play/pause your music, answer/end calls and adjust the volume. If the Jabra BT3030 isn’t quite what you’re looking for, take a look at our Top 5 Stereo Bluetooth Headsets for the iPhone,
Apple have improved the battery life on the iPhone 3GS, but realistically you’re still only going to get about a day out of a full charge. This Leather case has a built in battery that will charge your iPhone and increase talktime, standby time and music playback time. It has its own on/off switch, so you can turn it on only when your iPhone needs recharging. Unlike some products, this case doesn’t add excessive bulk or weight to your iPhone.
You got one in the box with the phone, but if you’re anything like me, this will spend its life plugged into the wall or your home PC. Getting yourself a second cable will allow you to carry one with you or leave one at work so that you can charge your iPhone from your PC or Laptop.
The Jabra SP700 does a lot more than you’d think. As well as being a Bluetooth Car Kit for handsfree calling in the car, the SP700 can stream music from your iPhone using Bluetooth and using its built in FM transmitter can then play your music through your car stereo speakers. When a call comes in, music playback will be paused automatically and the callers voice will also come through the stereo speakers. Most handsfree kits tend to suffer when you travel on motorways or go above 50mph, but as the call audio is routed through your stereo speakers, you can adjust the volume on your stereo to make sure that you can hear the caller. It’s portable too, so you can easily transfer it between vehicles. Battery life is fantastic with upto 14 hours talktime and over 250 hours stand by time.
Parrot have always made fantastic car kits and the Mki range are no exception. There are three options available, the MKi9000, Mki9100 and the Mki9200. The main differences between them being the display screen that comes with them. I’ve chosen the MKi9000 as the best one for the iPhone 3GS because you don’t need an external screen. You can play music from your phone through the MKi9000 either by connecting the Dock Connector (which will also charge your phone) or you can stream it using Bluetooth. The Mki9000 will synchronise with your phone book, and supports voice dialing – even on the iPhone 3G. There is also a small remote that you can attach to your dash or steering wheel to control your music (Play/Pause and Volume only when streaming using Bluetooth).
If youve not seen the accessory here thats right for you, why not take a look at our full range of Apple iPhone 3GS Accessories.
The iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS are designed to be used for just about everything. Whether its checking your email, booking train tickets, playing games or simply making a phone call. With the number of Apps available growing daily, the amount you use it is only likely to increase and you’re going to want to keep it protected but still be able to access it quickly and without the hassle of taking in and out of a case.
An iPhone 3G S Skin is one of the best ways to protect your iPhone against knocks and drops and keep the screen fully accessible.
Belkin Silicone Sleeve for iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS
1. TheiPhone 3G & iPhone 3GS Belkin Silicone Sleeve is a perfect fit for both the iPhone 3G and 3GS and has cut outs for your charger / data cable, headphones and camera. A soft, non-slip coating cushions the phone in the event of it being dropped. The screen isn’t covered though, so I’d recommend using an iPhone Screen Protector to prevent scratches.
iSkin have a range of 3 different skins for your iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS – the Fuze, Solo and Revo2.
iSkin Fuze, Solo and Revo2 for the iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS
2.iSkin Solo are carefully crafted for a precise fit. They feature an Ultra High Gloss finish and have cut outs for all your accessories and volume controls.
3.iSkin Fuze is a dual-layer skin that protect against shock and impact damage. They have a soft rubber inner layer and a durable hard shell on the outside to give you the best possible protection. The screen is protected by a plastic guard that doesn’t affect the sensitivity of the touch screen. The Dock Connector is also protected against dust and dirt by a rubber cover.
4.iSkin Revo2 is the most advanced iSkin cover available. It is made from a premium silicone material that builds in Microban technology, an antibacterial technology included in household items such as baby care and food storage products. The Revo2 has a non-slip back, as well as rubber covers for both the Dock Connector and headphone socket. A screen protector is included with the Revo2 as well as a removable resin screen that protects it against more serious impact.
If you’re not looking for anything too flashy, and just want a simple, protective silicone case, then you have plenty to choose from, each with their own benefits.
iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS Silicone Covers
5. The Dual Skin Silicone Case for the iPhone 3GS is exactly what the name suggests – 2 Silicone cases in one. The Inner Case is designed to add an extra layer of protection against impact damage. The outer layer is made from a dust resistant silicone to keep your phone looking at its best.
6. iPhone 3G FlexiShield Skins are thicker and tougher than most Silicone Cases and will certainly give your iPhone more bounce if you drop it! It doesn’t cover the screen though, so you’ll need to invest in an iPhone screen protector if you want to look after your screen too.
7. The Silicone Cases for the iPhone 3G & 3G S are simple protective cases for your iPhone 3G or 3GS. It is made from tough silicone that molds around your phone like a second skin, with an organic additive to help repel dirt and dust from the case.
Along with Stereo Bluetooth, one of the other big new features of iPhone OS 3.0 is the ability to use your iPhone as a modem with your Mac, PC or Laptop.
Tethering your iPhone is as easy as using a Mobile Broadband Dongle. You enable Internet Tethering on your iPhone, connect it to your computer using your USB Cable and away you go.
Use your iPhone as a Modem
If you want to avoid having to rummage around in your bag for your USB Cable you can also connect your phone using Bluetooth – most Mac’s have Bluetooth built in as standard but PC’s don’t so you might need to get yourself a Bluetooth Dongle. The process is just as simple using bluetooth and takes no time at all to set up. All you need is the latest version of iTunes.
Connecting with the USB cable is just a case of enabling tethering on your iPhone and plugging it in to your computer. After a few seconds you’ll be connected and see the blue tethering bar across the top of your screen.
Using Bluetooth is slightly different and the exact process will vary slightly depending on the Bluetooth Dongle that you are using, but this is how to tether your iPhone 3G to Windows using Bluetooth:
Turn on Bluetooth & Tethering on your iPhone
Search for Bluetooth Devices on your PC
Find your iPhone and enter a Passkey of your choice
Enter the same Passkey on your iPhone
If asked to select services for device, select PAN or Network Access
Device will install and connect to your iPhone
Blue Band will show at top of iPhone home screen when PC is connected to your phone
The whole process is amazingly simple and I have to admit, this was about the easiest phone I’ve ever set up for use as a modem. There are no drivers to install and no complicated network settings to enter, you just connect using Bluetooth and it works.
Not Got Bluetooth?
If you don’t have a Bluetooth enabled computer then don’t panic, it’s extremely easy to add Bluetooth to any PC. All you need is a USB Bluetooth Dongle.
Nano USB Bluetooth Dongle
Adding a Bluetooth Dongle to your PC won’t just help with tethering your iPhone, it will allow friends and family to send files and photo’s to your computer quickly and easily and you will be able to use a Bluetooth headset for making calls over Skype and listening to music.
Installing a dongle is quick and easy and you don’t need any knowledge of PC’s, just plug it in to a spare USB port and wait for Windows to set it up – Easy!
If you do have any problems setting it up, I’ve put a guide together onInstalling your Bluetooth Dongle that will talk you through it step by step.
Don’t forget though, in order to use tethering, you will need to have the service activated by O2 and there is an extra monthly fee for the service.
iPhone, Mobile Accessories | andysimpson | 
August 20, 2009 5:51 pm | 
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