Getting Started with iPhone | Tutorials

The following is a collection of resources for getting started with your iPhone. All of these resources are from Apple Support which strives to provide Apple Product users with tools and resources that allow them to feel confident and comfortable using their technology. Those who would find the resources on this page the most helpful are those who have a new iPhone (or "new to you") and want to set it up or learn how to use some basic features on the phone. The sources are listed in the order in which would make sense if one were setting up a brand new unopened iPhone, however users are welcome to use the resources as best fit their needs!

Web Resources

Resource Articles from Apple Inc.

Things to do before you set up your iPhone:
Create an Apple ID
Get to know the buttons and physical parts of your iPhone

Setting up your iPhone:
These resources will walk you through the steps to setting up the very basic functions of your phone. You may encounter a need for these resources during the initial setup process of your phone or after you have already gotten into your phone (you can see all the apps on your screen).

How to set up your iPhone
Transfer information from another iPhone to your current iPhone
Transfer information from another Android phone to your current iPhone
Set up Face ID
Set up Touch ID
Get cellular service on your iPhone

Get to know your iPhone:
These resources will be helpful after you have finished the initial setup of the phone. They feature detailed diagrams which will supplement your understanding of the necessary steps.

How to wake up and unlock your iPhone
Learn basic gestures
Learn the meanings of status icons (Wifi, Battery, Signal Strength)
Learn the meanings of status icons (Wifi, Battery, Signal Strength)
How to adjust volume
How to adjust display brightness and color

Customizing the iPhone for YOU
After you have set up the phone and it's basic functions, these resources will help you make the phone work best for you. These include making the screen bigger, changing the wallpaper, etc.

Magnify the iPhone screen with Display Zoom
Accessibility Features
Change the wallpaper (screen background)
Remove unwanted apps

Using some basic applications on your iPhone
Once the phone is set up to your liking you can use thiese resources to learn how to use your phone to manage basic tasks like phone calls, emails, and text messages.

How to make a phone call
How to answer, silence, decline, and block phone calls
Add your email account to the Mail App in your iPhone
Write an email
How to send iMessages and SMS text messages
The difference between iMessage and SMS text messages
How to take a picture with the camera
How to buy apps from the App Store

Extras:
Buy an AppleCare Plan for your Device
What is iCloud?
Setup and use iCloud Photos