iOS: iOS is developed by Apple and is used on all iPhone and iPad devices. iOS devices tend to be a little more expensive, but they are also a little more user-friendly and have better security features. Apple is a little bit stricter on what apps are allowed for iPhone and iPad and does not allow you to install apps from unverified third-party sources. Android: Most non-Apple smartphones run on the Android operating system. It’s a little more complex and not as easy to use. Smartphone developers can customize the Android operating system for their own phone models. This means that the layout can be a little different from one phone make and model to another. Android is a little less strict on what apps are allowed the platform, and you can install apps from unverified third-party sources. This also means that Android devices have more security flaws and require you to be more vigilant about what you download and install on your smartphone.
On some older smartphones, you need to remove the back and take out the battery to access the SIM card storage area. If you don’t have a SIM card tool, you can use a paperclip to open the SIM card compartment. Some newer phones have an eSIM instead of a physical SIM card.
PIN/Passcode: This option allows you to set up a passcode or 4-8 digit PIN number you use to unlock your phone. Make sure you set up a passcode or PIN that you can remember. Pattern: This option allows you to draw across a 3x3 grid of dots to unlock your phone. Make sure you select a pattern that you can remember. Fingerprint: Many newer phones come with a fingerprint scanner. On iPhones, touch the Home button below your screen to scan your fingerprint. On Android, the fingerprint scanner is on the back of the phone below the camera. Retinal Scan: Some newer phones can use the camera to scan the retinas of your eyes. To use this feature, hold your phone up in front of your face so the forward-facing camera can see your eyes. The screen will usually mark where your eyes need to be placed in the camera. Facial Recognition: This method stores a 3D or 2D scan of your face and allows you to unlock your phone by viewing your face. No security: This option allows you to bypass the lock-screen security and unlock your phone instantly. This is not recommended.
On some newer devices, the Home button is on the screen itself rather than a physical button.
Alternatively, you can browse apps on the home page of the App Store or Google Play Store. Tap one of the tabs at the bottom of the screen to browse apps by category.
Both iOS and Android devices have many apps that are free to download and install. Some apps require you to purchase them or purchase additional features. In order to purchase apps and additional features, you will need to add a payment method to your account on Android or iPhone
Some apps require you to grant permission to access your phone. If an app asks to access your contacts, camera, photos, files, etc, tap Allow to grant permissions. To add apps to your Home Screen on Android, open the Apps menu. Tap and hold an app. Drag it to the panel you want to add it to. Popular apps include Facebook, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, Twitter, Gmail, Google Chrome, Google Maps, Uber, WhatsApp, and YouTube
Tap the Contacts app icon. Tap the plus (+) icon. Enter your contacts name. Enter your contact’s phone number. Enter any other contact information you wish to add.
Tap the Phone app icon. Tap Contacts or Keypad. Tap a contact or use the keypad to dial a phone number. Tap the green button with a phone to place the call. Tap the red button with a phone to end a call.
Tap the Messages app icon. Tap an existing conversation to view any new text messages from that person. Tap the icon that resembles a paper and pencil on iPhone or plus (+) icon on Android. Enter a phone number or name of a contact in the “To:” field. Type your message. Tap the icon that resembles an arrow pointing up on iPhone or a paper airplane on Android.
Open the Visual Voicemail app. Tap a new voicemail. Tap the play triangle icon.
Many phones have other options you can select. These include slow-mo, panorama, time-lapse, live photo, AR Emoji, Animoji, Memoji and more.
Many phones have other options you can select. These include slow-mo, panorama, time-lapse, live photo, AR Emoji, Animoji, Memoji and more.
Many phones have other options you can select. These include slow-mo, panorama, time-lapse, live photo, AR Emoji, Animoji, Memoji and more.
Open the Settings app. Tap the Magnifying glass icon in the upper-right corner. Type Locations in the search bar. Tap Locations. Tap the Toggle Switch next to “Locations”.
Open the Gallery or Photos app. Tap an image you want to use as your wallpaper. Tap the icon that resembles a blue box with an arrow pointing up on iPhone, or icon with three dots on Android. It’s in the upper-right corner. Scroll down and tap Use as wallpaper on iPhone or Set as wallpaper on Android.
Swipe down from the top of the screen on Android or the upper-right corner on iPhone. Tap the Bluetooth icon to turn Bluetooth on and off. It resembles an angular “B” with a tale. Tap and hold the Bluetooth icon to display connected nearby devices. Tap a Bluetooth device to pair it. Tap a device to pair with it.
Swipe down from the top of the screen on Android or the upper-right corner on iPhone. Tap and drag the slider bar that has an icon that resembles a sun.
