PC Advisors Jim Martin

How to set up email on your iPhone

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:37:00 GMT

Find out how to get all your email including Gmail, contacts and calendars on your iPhone and customise how much email is synched and how often.

How to get an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch in and out of recovery mode

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:46:00 GMT

Sometimes, when an update or restore goes wrong, your iPhone or iPad is no longer recognised by iTunes and may continually restart, never showing the Home screen. Here's how to get your iOS device into and out of recovery mode.

Wireless speakers buying guide: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and AirPlay

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Wed, 22 May 2013 10:22:00 GMT

Whether you're buying a portable or a mains-powered wireless speaker system, it's important to know what to look for. Our buyer's guide explains all you need to know about AirPlay, Bluetooth, Apt-X and more.

How to factory reset on an iPhone or iPad

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:59:00 GMT

If you're selling your iPhone or iPad, you'll want to wipe it clean of all your stuff, including email, photos, contacts plus all your apps and logins for Facebook, eBay and more. We explain how to reset your iOS device to factory settings. Updated: 21st May 2013

How to turn off 3G and mobile data on an iPhone

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:52:00 GMT

Leaving 3G and mobile data enabled on your iPhone means you might go over your data limit. We explain how to turn off 3G and data, and disable data roaming as well.

How to play YouTube in the background on iPhone and iPad in iOS6

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Thu, 16 May 2013 10:36:00 GMT

In iOS 6, you can't play audio from YouTube videos in the background using the YouTube app. It is possible though. Here's how to listen to YouTube using the free Jasmine app.

How to watermark batches of images for free without Photoshop

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Tue, 14 May 2013 10:21:00 GMT

Not everyone owns a copy of Photoshop, or Photoshop Elements, so here's how to add a watermark to batches of photos using the free uMark Lite utility - no need to upload your photos to a website: this tool runs in Windows.

Best PC tricks and pranks to play on your friends, family and colleagues

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Fri, 10 May 2013 10:38:00 GMT

Everyone like to have a laugh and there's plenty of amusement to be had messing around with other people's PCs or laptops. Here are 10 harmless but brilliant Windows pranks.

Best cases and covers for the new iPad: protect your tablet in style

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Thu, 09 May 2013 08:54:00 GMT

We've rounded up a huge selection of 32 cases for the new iPad that should suit all tastes, needs and budgets. UPDATED: 09th May 2013.

How to set up a new PC: a beginner's guide

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Wed, 08 May 2013 13:36:00 GMT

We explain step by step how to attach cables to your new PC and monitor

How to set a song on your iPhone as a ringtone

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Thu, 02 May 2013 12:33:00 GMT

Bored of the standard iPhone ringtones and text message alerts? We explain how to turn any song you own into a tone on your iPhone. It's easy and takes just a minute using iTunes. UPDATED: 2nd May 2013

How to transfer photos from computer to iPhone the easy way: use Photo Stream

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 15:34:00 GMT

We show you step-by-step how to transfer photos from your PC or laptop to your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch using Apple's iCloud and Photo Stream.

How to get the Start menu back in Windows 8: install the slick, free Pokki

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:26:00 GMT

Pokki is one of the best free replacement start menus for Windows 8 users. Here's how to install and use it.

How to remove HomeGroup icon from the Windows 8 desktop

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:44:00 GMT

If you like to keep your Windows desktop neat and tidy, you may not want the HomeGroup networking icon to be shown on your Windows 8 desktop. Here's how to remove it.

Type faster on your iPhone by using shortcuts

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:03:00 GMT

The keyboard on the iPhone and iPod touch can be a bit fiddly to type on, and although the autocorrect system is remarkably good, you can still save time by setting up custom shortcuts. Here's how to do it.

How to set the default language in Microsoft Word

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 16:14:00 GMT

If Word is set to a different language or region from the one you want to use, it will either try to autocorrect your 'mistakes' or underline what it thinks are incorrectly spelt words with wavy red lines. We show you how to set a default language and other settings in Word.

What to expect from the next version of Windows

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:44:00 GMT

No-one knows for sure when the next version of Windows will launch, nor what it will be like. Could Windows 9 ditch the old desktop?

How to use an iPhone as a Wi-Fi hotspot: configuring Personal Hotspot

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:56:00 GMT

Connect to the internet when you're on the go by using your iPhone as a Wi-Fi hotspot. Learn how in our step-by-step guide.

Get fit with hi-tech kit: activity trackers, fitness apps, games and more

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 14:01:00 GMT

Need some motivation to get off the sofa and do some exercise? We investigate the latest fitness gadgets that can help. From Fitbit to Nike, we compare activity trackers, smartphone apps and smart gym kit.

Which iPad should I buy? We tell you which is the best iPad for you

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:04:00 GMT

With a choice of four different iPads, choosing between the iPad mini, iPad 2, 'new' iPad 3 and the even newer iPad 4 with Retina display is a tricky proposition. We offer a helping hand with our expert buying advice. UPDATED: 25th March 2013

Best cases and covers for the iPad mini

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 13:59:00 GMT

The iPad mini is the most affordable iPad yet, but you'll still want to protect it with a case or cover. Here's our roundup of cases and covers for the iPad mini. Updated: 22nd March 2013

How to set up a Google Alert: monitor the web for content you're interested in

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:01:00 GMT

Get email alerts when videos, news stories, blogs and other articles in which you're interested are posted online.

How to edit photos on the iPad using Snapseed

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:12:00 GMT

Tablets, smartphones and even some desktop computers have touchscreens. Jim Martin explains how to use Snapseed, a photo editor that that's supremely easy to use.

Smart watches: coming soon to a wrist near you

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 15:54:00 GMT

Smart watches could be a the thing to kick-start wearable computing, following the success of activity trackers such as the Fitbit and Nike Fuelband. Apple is rumoured to be working on an iWatch, while Sony has already launched its Smart Watch.

How to shut down Windows 8 with your computer's power button

pcadvisor@idg.co.uk (Jim Martin) — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 09:06:00 GMT

Windows 8 is notoriously awkward to shut down, since the option is hidden away in the 'settings'. Here's how to configure your laptop or PC to shut down when you press the power button.