Apple iPhone, the most popular smartphone on the market, is an essential tool that keeps mobile workers productive and allows them to be flexible away from work.
Many mobile workers have quit their laptops and are now able to conduct business from their phones.
These are some helpful tips to help you use your iPhone for work.
* Sync regularly. You should think about how often you add a contact or appointment to your iPhone. What happens if that information is lost? Regularly syncing with your computer can help ensure that all information, including e mails, is safe and secure in the event of an emergency. Although it takes only a few seconds, it could take hours to replace data.
* Stay productive. You need to locate or view a document on another machine, edit it, or view it. LogMeIn Ignition iPhone for Business (www.LogMeIn.com/iPhoneiPhone users can use ) to access and operate their remote computers just like they are sitting in front of them.
* Check the Apple Web site. The Apple Web site has a section dedicated to iPhone business usage. www.apple.com/iphone/business/. It contains apps like expense trackers, currency converters and file management that will help you to work efficiently from anywhere, even when you’re not at your desk.
* Extend your battery power. You can extend your battery life if you are preparing for long trips or meetings. To do this, turn off Wi-Fi, lower your screen brightness, and disable your keyboard sounds. Your iPhone settings should be set to auto-lock if you’re not working.
* Stay secure. You can protect your sensitive data by using basic security measures such as enabling your 4-digit iPhone password. This will help to minimize the risk of theft or loss. Lock your device whenever it’s not in your hand.
Check out these tips to use your iPhone for business. “iPhone for Work”Ryan Faas is a freelance journalist and network consultant. “The iPhone Book: How to Do the Most Important, Useful & Fun Stuff with Your iPhone”Scott Kelby, technology author Terry White