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How to Replace an iPod Backlight
The third generation iPod Nano, like all iPods, employ a backlight to illuminate the LCD display. Replacing a defective backlight requires a partial disassembly of the Nano. It should be noted that this procedure voids the Apple warranty. The procedure is straightforward and can save you the cost an
How to Convert Videos to an iPod Format Online
The iPod has advanced from a personal audio device into a multimedia player. While the iPod supports a variety of video file types, there are a number of extension types that will play on an iTunes player but not on an iPod. You can convert your videos to an iPod-compatible format online in just sec
Can iPhone Apps Be Built With Flash?
Before September 2010, it was impossible to build an iPhone app using the popular Adobe Flash platform. However, Apple has lifted some restrictions and allowed Flash to be a basis for app development, among other software. It's now possible to use Adobe AIR, which comes with Adobe Creative Suite CS5
How to Convert MTS to iPod
Sometimes it can be a headache to play videos on your iPod. Take your home videos, for example. Many HD recorders create video files in the .mts format, which the iPod will not play. You will need to convert the file from .mts to the iPod format; to do this, you need to use a converter program, such
How to Restart & Empty My iPod
At some point while owning an iPod, you may want to restart and empty the device. Restoring an iPod will bring it back to its original factory settings. Whether you want to make space or you just want it back to the way you bought it, resetting an iPod is a quick and easy process.
How to Upgrade Memory on an iPhone
The iPhone couples a mobile phone, iPod, Internet browser, camera, email and many other features onto a single unit, also known as a smartphone. The iPhone is currently available in two models: iPhone 3GS and iPhone 3G. The iPhone 3GS is available with 16 GB and 32 GB of memory. The iPhone 3G is av
How to Use a Griffin iTrip
The Griffin iTrip is a small accessory for an Apple iPod, but produces big sound. When plugged into the audio output socket of any iPod (except the Shuffle)--usually where the headphones are inserted--the Griffin iTrip broadcasts the audio output to an open FM radio frequency. With a range of appr
How to Restore an iPhone in Emergency Mode
An iPhone stuck in Emergency mode cannot properly function. You need to restore the iPhone to get it back to its out-of-the-box condition. This erases all settings, applications and files. All default iPhone applications and settings are restored to the device. You will subsequently regain complete
How to Sync My iPod With Windows Media Player 10
Apple and Microsoft have long been corporate rivals, releasing products that are intended as one's response to the other. Microsoft's Windows Media Player was once the dominant program for digital music, until Apple released the iPod and its related iTunes program. Since then, Apple has been stalwar
A Visual Guide to Updating iTunes
A pop-up window will show the progress of checking for the iTunes update.
Itouch Won't Connect to Wireless
The iPod Touch, otherwise known as an iTouch, is a portable media player and pocket computer that is capable of connecting to any available Wi-Fi network. At times, your iPod Touch may experience problems connecting to Wi-Fi networks. When this happens, you can reset network connections on your devi
How to Put Songs Back on an iPod If They've All Been Erased
The best way to fix your malfunctioning iPod may be to reset it, but this means you will lose all of the music and videos from the device. However, as long as you still have your content saved in the iTunes program on your computer, you can restore it to your iPod.
How to Run Calculator From Terminal on an iPhone
If you have a jailbroken iPhone with a MobileTerminal application installed, you can use the device's Terminal to control the iPhone, much like you would use the Terminal application to control a Mac computer. The MobileTerminal can be used for advanced tasks or basic functions, such as launching an
How to Upload Pics From iPhone to Computer
Apple's iPhone smartphone comes with a VGA-quality front-facing camera and a 5.0-megapixel rear-facing camera that allow you to capture pictures in any situation. The process of transferring these pictures to your computer differs slightly depending on the operating system your computer is using, bu
How to Open an iPod Nano 2G
Apple's iPod has so many wonderful attributes, it's no wonder why it is one of the best-selling, most popular MP3 players on the market. The 2nd Generation iPod Nano was introduced in 2006 in 2, 4 and 8 gigabyte models. Opening an iPod for maintenance or inspection may seem like a daunting task, but
How to Open an iPhone Picture Folder When It's Plugged Into a Computer
The Apple iPhone is capable of many different uses, but one of the most basic and commonly-used is its ability to take pictures. If you've recently taken pictures on your iPhone and want to transfer or view the pictures on your computer, you'll want to know how to access the iPhone picture folder. O
How to Connect an Older Bose System to an iPod
The iPod MP3 player features portable playback for your digital media files. While the device was originally developed for personal use, a range of accessories are available that allow you to play the songs and videos on the iPod through different stereo systems. Even if you have an older Bose syste
How to Use Activity Monitor to Track Memory Use in OS X
Using Activity Monitor to Track Memory Usage: It can sometimes be difficult to get your head around OS X memory usage, especially when it comes time to consider upgrades for your Mac. Will adding more memory provide a significant performance increase? That's a question I often hear, so let&apos