iPhone Problem Forum - Page 2

Not Afraid · 08-03-2009, 01:23 PM

Go to
Settings
Wi-Fi
Hit the "off" switch to turn on
Choose a newwork (a list should come up)
Choose your network
Enter password

I would not keep the Wi-Fi on all of the time. It is a big battery drainer and it is rarely a necessity (and sometimes it gets in the way of a good Edge or 3G connection).

innerSpaceman · 08-03-2009, 02:23 PM

I'm getting more clueless by the second. Christ I'm old.

I kinda thought Edge and 3G were types of WiFi. Um, oh, lordy I'm gonna need some serious iPhone help if and when i take ze plunge.

Also, Gemini Cricket's problems downloading software updates from a PC alarm me. I don't have a Mac that seems to have suspiciously worked fine with an iPhone where the PC would not.

lindyhop · 08-03-2009, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by innerSpaceman

I'm getting more clueless by the second. Christ I'm old.

I'm older. And I find my iPhone extremely easy to use.

Oops, this is a problem thread. Carry on.

BarTopDancer · 08-03-2009, 02:30 PM

The simplest way I can explain it is like this:

Edge and 3G are types of cell data networks. So you can access the internet from an iPhone (or other type of smart phone) just on the go.

Wifi is the connection that wireless computers/laptops use.

The iPhone can connect to a wireless network, like at a Starbucks, airports or home if available. When it connects to the wireless network it can do internet things faster (I think).

Scrooge McSam · 08-03-2009, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by BarTopDancer

When it connects to the wireless network it can do internet things faster (I think).

That's been my experience.

I rarely turn on 3G unless I'm travelling and require web distraction. There are so many ways to connect to data services, it makes sense to turn off what you're not using to save your battery charge. I forward my cell calls to the office phone during working hours, turn on airplane mode and I can usually get around 4-5 days on a battery charge. With all connections turned on, I'm doing good to make it into the second day.

mousepod · 08-03-2009, 02:31 PM

Well put, BTD!

innerSpaceman · 08-03-2009, 02:41 PM

Thanks, BTD.

I purposefully skipped the laptop era, figuring palmsize computers would be available before long. The iPhone is pretty close.

Not Afraid · 08-03-2009, 03:30 PM

The iPhone is miles aboce my first, second or even third PC!

BTD, great explaination.

As for usability with a PC, Chris would be the one to ask about that.

lashbear · 08-03-2009, 06:31 PM

Awake now (have been for an hour or so.)

Phone has been backed up and the new software installed, but no wireless yet. Still won't view any.

At least if I have to get a replacement I've got a recent backup.

Taking it to the Optus (my carrier) Shop now. I pay the premium business insurance on it, so they should replace it.

CoasterMatt · 08-03-2009, 09:08 PM

i've got no iphone, no problem

08-03-2009, 01:23 PM	#1
Not Afraid HI! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 17,108	Go to Settings Wi-Fi Hit the "off" switch to turn on Choose a newwork (a list should come up) Choose your network Enter password I would not keep the Wi-Fi on all of the time. It is a big battery drainer and it is rarely a necessity (and sometimes it gets in the way of a good Edge or 3G connection).
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08-03-2009, 02:23 PM	#2
innerSpaceman Kink of Swank Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inner Space Posts: 13,075	I'm getting more clueless by the second. Christ I'm old. I kinda thought Edge and 3G were types of WiFi. Um, oh, lordy I'm gonna need some serious iPhone help if and when i take ze plunge. Also, Gemini Cricket's problems downloading software updates from a PC alarm me. I don't have a Mac that seems to have suspiciously worked fine with an iPhone where the PC would not.
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08-03-2009, 02:30 PM	#4
BarTopDancer Prepping... Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Here, there, everywhere Posts: 11,405	The simplest way I can explain it is like this: Edge and 3G are types of cell data networks. So you can access the internet from an iPhone (or other type of smart phone) just on the go. Wifi is the connection that wireless computers/laptops use. The iPhone can connect to a wireless network, like at a Starbucks, airports or home if available. When it connects to the wireless network it can do internet things faster (I think). __________________ Spork is the new MacGyver Postcards From My Edge Last edited by BarTopDancer : 08-03-2009 at 02:40 PM. Reason: to add comment about speed.
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08-03-2009, 02:31 PM	#6
mousepod You broke your Ramadar! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 4,635	Well put, BTD! __________________ "Give the public everything you can give them, keep the place as clean as you can keep it, keep it friendly" - Walt Disney
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08-03-2009, 02:41 PM	#7
innerSpaceman Kink of Swank Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inner Space Posts: 13,075	Thanks, BTD. I purposefully skipped the laptop era, figuring palmsize computers would be available before long. The iPhone is pretty close.
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08-03-2009, 03:30 PM	#8
Not Afraid HI! Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 17,108	The iPhone is miles aboce my first, second or even third PC! BTD, great explaination. As for usability with a PC, Chris would be the one to ask about that.
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08-03-2009, 06:31 PM	#9
lashbear SwishBuckling Bear Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: In Isolation :) Posts: 6,597	Awake now (have been for an hour or so.) Phone has been backed up and the new software installed, but no wireless yet. Still won't view any. At least if I have to get a replacement I've got a recent backup. Taking it to the Optus (my carrier) Shop now. I pay the premium business insurance on it, so they should replace it. __________________ *I Heart* my Husband - I can't think of anyone I'd rather be in isolation with.**
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CoasterMatt BRAAAAAAAINS! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: One Step Beyond... Posts: 8,802	i've got no iphone, no problem __________________ Do you like my photography? Visit photosbymatt.tumblr.com to purchase prints!
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