Finally! A video from a person showing what they do. And not only that, but very clear too. So many times have I seen videos of people saying I need to do this, or that, and moving so quickly my poor age-old senior eyes can’t keep up. But your videos are great. They are meant to check for understanding and I appreciate the time you take for them. I can’t wait for the next one.
Glad it was helpful. I know there are a lot of great videos out there where the presenter moves quickly. And I guess that suits a lot of people - just not me. I've found myself having to rewatch videos multiple times to learn something. I decided, for my channel, to move slower and be a little more deliberate in hopes I can actually help someone out. Thanks so much for watching!
Hi Rich: I followed your tip and cleared my screens. Now I have a feeling of calm when I use my iPhone and iPad. I no longer feel rushed and I don’t miss the noise I sensed. Thank you for this wonderful suggestion. I’m an appreciative senior and new subscriber. Looking forward to future videos.
That's great! Yes, for me, just clearing up the screen and keeping what I use makes using the iPhone so much easier. Less is more. Thanks so much for watching, subscribing and sending me a note!
I have a few more years on you. I am an octogenarian in the upper half. I have the iPhone 11 Pro Max and the iPad Pro Max. I learned from trial and error on both resulting in congested desktops with App icons everywhere. Most I have never had any use for. You just convinced me to house clean both, rewatch and follow your videos again and downsize to less clutter using the folders and better organization on my iPad similar to what you have done. I just watched Apples WWDC 23 video. When they get update OS17 for iPad out I would sure be interested in watching your video on how to do a FaceTime video and if they don’t answer, the video could be added to their Voice Mail.
So much very practical advice in all of your videos. I, too, have been using an iPhone since the beginning, but feel like I never approached its potential until I found your channel. When people decry the use of technology, and even our obsessions with it, I point out that the iPhone has been what has kept this 87-year old alert, in touch, and relevant.
I get you Rich. You made it short and simple. I use a couple more apps than you. I noticed you don’t have “settings” in your format, but then again it’s not something you use every day. I play a scrabble game online called “Lexulous”. That’s the only “game” I play. It has a chat line where you can communicate with your opponent. It’s a free app too. I like the way you organized your apps. I’ve set my first screen up with apps I use, but other screens are other apps I don’t use too often. I haven’t used “folders” too much, I find them not my thing. Great idea organizing your phone the way you use it. Thanks for the video. Kindness, Teresa
Hi Teresa! Interesting that you mention folders. I'm not a fan of folders either and use them sparingly. In fact, I had all the apps out of the folders just before I filmed the video and then changed my mind at the last minute. They do keep things cleaner. I'm just not a fan of the "look." Thanks so much for the comment. Hope you and your family are doing well.
Great comment and hope others read it. Each person needs to set things up for the way they use the iPhone. With this video I wanted to plant seeds of thought so that users could clear away what they don't need and keep what they do need. Thanks so much for watching!
Great video! I use my phone in a similar way, but instead of folders, each group of apps has their own page, keeping an empty start page also lets me actually see and appreciate my background wallpaper
You know, I think that's probably a batter way to go. I'm not a fan of the way a folder looks. Still though, it's a lot better than swiping through pages of unknown apps! Thanks for watching!
To create a "folder" you just drag one app icon on top of another app icon. Then a folder (or group) will appear. Pretty easy to do. Thanks for watching. I hope the video was helpful.
@@RichBowlin I was thinking of the "page" (is that what it's called?) where you have moved all the rarely or lesser-used apps to. I appreciate your help and so glad you have your channel.
I recently came across a book by Tiago Forte "Building a Second Brain". At 70, I have been trying for years to learn how to organize my information (papers-notes-files). The Apple versatility is helping along with your patient tutorials. Thank you for guiding me (us) along the path.
Hi Garry. I'm a fan of the "Second Brain" concept and use it in my organization. I plan to talk about this concept in an upcoming video. I hope a lot of people see your comment and take a look at Tiago's book.
@@RichBowlin Great plan! My comment to Tiago Forte, author of "Building a Sceond Brain" was (and I don't know if he has or will read it) "I wish this technology and the book was available 55 years ago!" I have Benn an Apple user for years but have been hesitant to explore the options. Thank you for leading the way and for concise verbal and visual instructions. I found out at 45 I have a form of dyslexia and am more of a visual/auditory learner. Your examples also gave me "permission" to explore some of the mazes involved in the use of apps. 3/5/2023 1505 Eastern GJB
Thanks for the kind words. I've been tending to a new puppy over the last month. I now know I'm too old for a puppy! I should be back on track with the videos.
I use the iPhone for quick tasks, or when it’s not appropriate to whip out an iPad. For heavy lifting work I prefer the iPad docked to a keyboard & trackpad.
Hi Rich, I am an 85 yr old lady…I found your video on “phone n texting” very helpful. I have had an I Pad for 10 years, but my phone , i need to lorn more about. Thank you so much.
I believe it would be great if you made subtitles available in your videos, so people around the world could use UA-cam's automatic translation tool to follow your tips in their languages.
The more you learn what the iPhone can do the more you use it. My daughter does just about everything on the iPhone. I prefer long-form writing on the iPad. I guess the extra screen real estate and the ability to use a keyboard helps. I do still use my computer quit a bit. Thanks so much for watching.
Did you tell us how to clear the screen? You said “ I just get rid of them.” But later you tell us they are still in your library if you need them. So how do you just get rid of them while keeping them in your library? You are not deleting them. But what?
I'm removing them from the home screen - not deleting them. If you press and hold on an app icon you get the voice to delete or remove. I've got a new video coming out on Saturday explaining this in detail. If you get a chance, give a watch.
I love UA-cam but don't understand why I just saw this today even though I''m a subscriber to your channel. Your information and delivery is so helpful to me, thanks!
You're so welcome. I don't understand how UA-cam promotes videos. Sometimes it seems there's no rhyme or reason. In the end, I just make the videos and hope they help anyone who gets a chance to watch them. Thanks so much for watching!
Ever since I have owned an iPhone & an iPad, I have organized my apps in topical windows. Now, Apple has done that for me. However, I am unable to organize the app windows that make sense to me. Can you suggest any channels at Apple to plead for owner/operator control over the app library?
Maybe if enough people complain, they may do it. There's no way, to my knowledge, to get in touch with anyone at Apple to make those types of changes. If it helps at all, there was a big problem with the iPhone 4 back in 2010 where if you held the phone a certain way, it would loose signal. Someone emailed Steve Jobs directly and his snarky answer was something along the lines of "You're holding it wrong". If that doesn't give you an indicator of what type of company Apple is, I don't know what will.
I know what you are saying I'm around the same age you are and the screen is not huge to me either. Many years ago when I was in my 20s they didn't have smart phones but the screen would have seemed huge because I had perfect eye sight back then. I only have one app I paid for called Radio Garden. With Radio Garden I can pick up any Radio station in any state and town in America. I can also pick up Radio stations in the UK and other English speaking countries but I never tune into them. Thank you for the interesting video.
You're welcome. I've never heard of Radio Garden. But I'm going to check it out. I'd love to listen to the radio station I grew up with in Ohio. Thanks so much for watching!
To make a folder, you simply drag one app icon on top of another app icon and let go. A folder with both apps will be created. Then you can log press on the folder and rename it to your liking. Hope this helps!
By the way, the video and sound quality is excellent. Are you using the iMac to record? Are you using iMovie to do the captions and intro? Maybe you want to make a video of the easist way to record a video for UA-cam? I have a channel...but it's just some old motorcycle rides but thinking about starting to post short videos.
Hi Ed. I started out with a pretty simple setup. Now I have a whole studio. Multiple cameras, overhead rig, field recorder, studio lights, teleprompter etc. I sync everything up on the computer using Final Cut Pro. But a lot of UA-camrs just keep it simple. You could easily edit in iMovie and have a great looking video for posting. Let me know when you get something up and I'll' for sure watch!
@@RichBowlin Thanks so much for the helpful answer Rich. I'll stay in touch. I've got a couple of things to entertain you. I will come up with a private way to send you a couple of links. I can see you have a lot of fans..to answer.. You'll need Chat GPT to keep up. (I'm playing with it and Bing Image Maker.). Today I'm in Apple Clips heaven. just discovered it. Amazing capability.
So I've used widgets on my business iPhone and I think that works really well too. In fact, I've created shortcuts and turned them into widgets to get even more granular. I hope a lot of people see your comment!
Hey Steve! Yes, that's Scout. He's 10 weeks old and wearing me out. I've had him for the last 3 weeks or so and he's finally learning to behave. He's a sweet little dude. Hope you're doing well.
Finally! A video from a person showing what they do. And not only that, but very clear too. So many times have I seen videos of people saying I need to do this, or that, and moving so quickly my poor age-old senior eyes can’t keep up. But your videos are great. They are meant to check for understanding and I appreciate the time you take for them. I can’t wait for the next one.
Glad it was helpful. I know there are a lot of great videos out there where the presenter moves quickly. And I guess that suits a lot of people - just not me. I've found myself having to rewatch videos multiple times to learn something. I decided, for my channel, to move slower and be a little more deliberate in hopes I can actually help someone out. Thanks so much for watching!
Hi Rich: I followed your tip and cleared my screens. Now I have a feeling of calm when I use my iPhone and iPad. I no longer feel rushed and I don’t miss the noise I sensed. Thank you for this wonderful suggestion. I’m an appreciative senior and new subscriber. Looking forward to future videos.
That's great! Yes, for me, just clearing up the screen and keeping what I use makes using the iPhone so much easier. Less is more. Thanks so much for watching, subscribing and sending me a note!
I have a few more years on you. I am an octogenarian in the upper half.
I have the iPhone 11 Pro Max and the iPad Pro Max. I learned from trial and error on both resulting in congested desktops with App icons everywhere. Most I have never had any use for.
You just convinced me to house clean both, rewatch and follow your videos again and downsize to less clutter using the folders and better organization on my iPad similar to what you have done.
I just watched Apples WWDC 23 video. When they get update OS17 for iPad out I would sure be interested in watching your video on how to do a FaceTime video and if they don’t answer, the video could be added to their Voice Mail.
So much very practical advice in all of your videos. I, too, have been using an iPhone since the beginning, but feel like I never approached its potential until I found your channel. When people decry the use of technology, and even our obsessions with it, I point out that the iPhone has been what has kept this 87-year old alert, in touch, and relevant.
I get you Rich. You made it short and simple. I use a couple more apps than you. I noticed you don’t have “settings” in your format, but then again it’s not something you use every day. I play a scrabble game online called “Lexulous”. That’s the only “game” I play. It has a chat line where you can communicate with your opponent. It’s a free app too. I like the way you organized your apps. I’ve set my first screen up with apps I use, but other screens are other apps I don’t use too often. I haven’t used “folders” too much, I find them not my thing. Great idea organizing your phone the way you use it. Thanks for the video. Kindness, Teresa
Hi Teresa! Interesting that you mention folders. I'm not a fan of folders either and use them sparingly. In fact, I had all the apps out of the folders just before I filmed the video and then changed my mind at the last minute. They do keep things cleaner. I'm just not a fan of the "look." Thanks so much for the comment. Hope you and your family are doing well.
Your setup is definitely simple but for me that’s to simple but I certainly understand where your coming from!
Great comment and hope others read it. Each person needs to set things up for the way they use the iPhone. With this video I wanted to plant seeds of thought so that users could clear away what they don't need and keep what they do need. Thanks so much for watching!
When putting apps in the library, they go in there haphazardly, how do you organize those in the library,
My late model iphone will not dial out. Anybody have any suggestions?
Great video! I use my phone in a similar way, but instead of folders, each group of apps has their own page, keeping an empty start page also lets me actually see and appreciate my background wallpaper
You know, I think that's probably a batter way to go. I'm not a fan of the way a folder looks. Still though, it's a lot better than swiping through pages of unknown apps! Thanks for watching!
Thank you! This is great info. Now I'm wondering how you arranged the other apps in those groups of four.
To create a "folder" you just drag one app icon on top of another app icon. Then a folder (or group) will appear. Pretty easy to do. Thanks for watching. I hope the video was helpful.
@@RichBowlin I was thinking of the "page" (is that what it's called?) where you have moved all the rarely or lesser-used apps to. I appreciate your help and so glad you have your channel.
I bought an iPhone for the things it can do like everyone else. Common sense.
Another great video. Thanks! Already started to redesign my homepage. I really wanted to get rid of clutter
Glad it was helpful!
Uncle uses EVERYTHING apple lol
Rich, you are so easy to understand and a pleasure to listen to and I'm blown away with all the new information. Love seeing you from Down Under
Wow, thank you!
Please help me to get my I pad on slow or fast to see how they do it?
I recently came across a book by Tiago Forte "Building a Second Brain". At 70, I have been trying for years to learn how to organize my information (papers-notes-files). The Apple versatility is helping along with your patient tutorials. Thank you for guiding me (us) along the path.
Hi Garry. I'm a fan of the "Second Brain" concept and use it in my organization. I plan to talk about this concept in an upcoming video. I hope a lot of people see your comment and take a look at Tiago's book.
@@RichBowlin Great plan! My comment to Tiago Forte, author of "Building a Sceond Brain" was (and I don't know if he has or will read it) "I wish this technology and the book was available 55 years ago!" I have Benn an Apple user for years but have been hesitant to explore the options. Thank you for leading the way and for concise verbal and visual instructions. I found out at 45 I have a form of dyslexia and am more of a visual/auditory learner. Your examples also gave me "permission" to explore some of the mazes involved in the use of apps. 3/5/2023 1505 Eastern GJB
Glad to see you again. It’s been awhile. Love your videos.
Thanks for the kind words. I've been tending to a new puppy over the last month. I now know I'm too old for a puppy! I should be back on track with the videos.
Nice video, Rich! I like to organize my iPhone similarly. Glad to see ‘Scout’, too!! Extremely cute!
Hey Steven! Wasn't sure if anyone would catch the clips of Scout. He's a handful... Thanks for watching. Hope you're doing well.
Uncluttered home screen? Really. Mine isn't quite as uncluttered as yours but it's much nicer now. Thank you.
I try to keep things clean. Well, actually Ive tried every way under the sun. But for me, a clean home screen just works. Thanks for watching!
I use the iPhone for quick tasks, or when it’s not appropriate to whip out an iPad. For heavy lifting work I prefer the iPad docked to a keyboard & trackpad.
Me too. I do the exact same thing. I can just do long-form writing on the iPad better than on the iPhone. Thanks for watching!
Hi Rich, I am an 85 yr old lady…I found your video on “phone n texting” very helpful. I have had an I Pad for 10 years, but my phone , i need to lorn more about. Thank you so much.
I believe it would be great if you made subtitles available in your videos, so people around the world could use UA-cam's automatic translation tool to follow your tips in their languages.
I think that's a good idea. I'm not sure how to do it but I'll look into it!
Makes a lot of sense.
Thanks for your ideas. They are so practical and useful!
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Glad you like them!
I don’t do much heavy work just personal use. I use my iPhone like 98% of the time for everything. I’m rarely on my iPad or computer.
The more you learn what the iPhone can do the more you use it. My daughter does just about everything on the iPhone. I prefer long-form writing on the iPad. I guess the extra screen real estate and the ability to use a keyboard helps. I do still use my computer quit a bit. Thanks so much for watching.
@@RichBowlin problem is I’m so used to the iPhone I fumble around when on a keyboard.
Love your videos. Is there a way to organize our photos? I have so many that I just give up looking for a particular one if I'm in a rush.
Did you tell us how to clear the screen? You said “ I just get rid of them.” But later you tell us they are still in your library if you need them.
So how do you just get rid of them while keeping them in your library? You are not deleting them. But what?
I'm removing them from the home screen - not deleting them. If you press and hold on an app icon you get the voice to delete or remove. I've got a new video coming out on Saturday explaining this in detail. If you get a chance, give a watch.
@@RichBowlin ok thank you
Great video. Thx Rich,
You’re welcome!
Excellent again! Thanks!
Glad you liked it!
I love UA-cam but don't understand why I just saw this today even though I''m a subscriber to your channel. Your information and delivery is so helpful to me, thanks!
You're so welcome. I don't understand how UA-cam promotes videos. Sometimes it seems there's no rhyme or reason. In the end, I just make the videos and hope they help anyone who gets a chance to watch them. Thanks so much for watching!
Ever since I have owned an iPhone & an iPad, I have organized my apps in topical windows. Now, Apple has done that for me. However, I am unable to organize the app windows that make sense to me. Can you suggest any channels at Apple to plead for owner/operator control over the app library?
Maybe if enough people complain, they may do it. There's no way, to my knowledge, to get in touch with anyone at Apple to make those types of changes. If it helps at all, there was a big problem with the iPhone 4 back in 2010 where if you held the phone a certain way, it would loose signal. Someone emailed Steve Jobs directly and his snarky answer was something along the lines of "You're holding it wrong". If that doesn't give you an indicator of what type of company Apple is, I don't know what will.
I know what you are saying I'm around the same age you are and the screen is not huge to me either. Many years ago when I was in my 20s they didn't have smart phones but the screen would have seemed huge because I had perfect eye sight back then. I only have one app I paid for called Radio Garden. With Radio Garden I can pick up any Radio station in any state and town in America. I can also pick up Radio stations in the UK and other English speaking countries but I never tune into them. Thank you for the interesting video.
You're welcome. I've never heard of Radio Garden. But I'm going to check it out. I'd love to listen to the radio station I grew up with in Ohio. Thanks so much for watching!
I like all videos put by you!
Hi Avinash! Thanks so much. Hope you're doing ok.
Very interesting video.
Thanks for watching. I hope it was a little helpful.
Thanks. Great advice 😊
How do I get the 3 folders, info, photo, weather…App Library?
To make a folder, you simply drag one app icon on top of another app icon and let go. A folder with both apps will be created. Then you can log press on the folder and rename it to your liking. Hope this helps!
By the way, the video and sound quality is excellent. Are you using the iMac to record? Are you using iMovie to do the captions and intro? Maybe you want to make a video of the easist way to record a video for UA-cam? I have a channel...but it's just some old motorcycle rides but thinking about starting to post short videos.
Hi Ed. I started out with a pretty simple setup. Now I have a whole studio. Multiple cameras, overhead rig, field recorder, studio lights, teleprompter etc. I sync everything up on the computer using Final Cut Pro. But a lot of UA-camrs just keep it simple. You could easily edit in iMovie and have a great looking video for posting. Let me know when you get something up and I'll' for sure watch!
@@RichBowlin Thanks so much for the helpful answer Rich. I'll stay in touch. I've got a couple of things to entertain you. I will come up with a private way to send you a couple of links. I can see you have a lot of fans..to answer.. You'll need Chat GPT to keep up. (I'm playing with it and Bing Image Maker.). Today I'm in Apple Clips heaven. just discovered it. Amazing capability.
Thanks!
Thank you so much! So glad these videos might be helping out a little bit.
Mine is similar except I have widgets
So I've used widgets on my business iPhone and I think that works really well too. In fact, I've created shortcuts and turned them into widgets to get even more granular. I hope a lot of people see your comment!
How do I get apps in doc?
You can just drag the apps in and out of the doc.
Saw the pictures of the new puppy cute! 😊
Hey Steve! Yes, that's Scout. He's 10 weeks old and wearing me out. I've had him for the last 3 weeks or so and he's finally learning to behave. He's a sweet little dude. Hope you're doing well.
Scout what a great name! There is a picture of him looking at you as to say do you love me!
I’m doing good! Take care Rich
Thank you!
You're welcome!