Making business phone calls can feel a little nerve-wracking, especially given how much communication now happens digitally. Nothing can quite replace the sound of a human voice, however, and sometimes it’s just more convenient to place a call. As long as you speak politely and naturally, anyone can handle the basics. But to make the … Read more
Although extremely rare on iPhones, viruses may occasionally find their way onto Android phones and tablets via rogue apps, infected file attachments, and shady websites. This minHour teaches you how to keep your smartphone safe from viruses and other malware. Steps Only install apps from trusted sources. Your phone’s official store (App Store for iPhone, … Read more
It’s easy to let your life be consumed by a cell phone. People use their phones for pretty much everything these days, which can result in you feeling like you’re shackled to technology. There are many ways to lessen the use of your phone. Setting your phone aside for certain hours of the day, and … Read more
Making phone calls from Google Chrome is as simple as adding the Google Voice or Google Hangouts extension to your toolbar and following an intuitive, user-friendly procedure. This article will thoroughly explain how to use either Google Voice or Google Hangouts to make or receive phone calls from new or existing numbers. If you have … Read more
Imagine that you are in a meeting, and your phone goes off. You can take the call and run the risk of annoying your colleagues, or you can reject the call and run the risk of offending someone. You can also just simply decline the call with a text message if you’re using an Android … Read more
A lot of times you have to call someone on the phone that you’ve never met in real life. When you do, it can be scary or awkward. Here’s how to make it less so. Steps Before you even go near the phone, take a deep breath, wait between 5-7 seconds and remember what you’re … Read more
You look down at your phone and—oh no, your boss is calling! If you’re nervous, that’s totally normal. But with a little preparation, you can make sure you sound professional, friendly, and confident on the phone. Below, we’ll walk you through the best phone call etiquette and all the other top tips you need to … Read more
In the United States, an employer can track their employees’ cell phones using each phone’s global positioning system (GPS). You should search for tracking apps to install on phones that the company owns. If you want to track a phone your employee owns, then you’ll need their permission. You should also consider whether you want … Read more
Whether you’re talking to a friend or picking up calls at work, answering the phone is an important everyday skill. In this article, we’ll talk you through the technical side of answering calls on an iPhone, an Android, or a landline phone. We’ll also go over the basics of how to answer the phone politely … Read more
If you don’t know how to get a social call started, don’t worry. You’re not the only one. Lots of people feel a little awkward on the phone. When making a phone call, know what you want to say ahead of time, which helps get the conversation going. Work on continuing the conversation by listening … Read more
Projecting a professional image at work is important for career success. Answering the telephone is something that almost every employee does, regardless of their position in the company. Answering the right way will project a positive tone, help the caller feel comfortable, and set you up to help answer whatever questions they may have. Opening … Read more
This minHour teaches you how to clear viruses from your phone using an antivirus app, booting your phone into safe mode to uninstall problem apps, and restoring your phone from a backup. Viruses on a mobile phone usually come from apps that are downloaded outside of the Google Play Store on Android devices. Viruses on … Read more
Most of us use the telephone on a daily basis, but we may not always do so in the recommended way. Here are some helpful steps for better phone experiences. Steps Mute or turn off the television before attempting to use the phone. Always say “Hello.” Do not say anything else, unless you already know … Read more
Are the default ringtones too boring? Spice up your phone by making your own ringtones! While you can get ringtones from places like Zedge quickly and easily, you can instead invest a little more time and create your own ringtones with Audacity or GarageBand. If you have an iPhone with GarageBand, however, you can make … Read more
This minHour teaches you how to download free ringtones from Zedge on your Android or iPhone. If you’re using an Android, it’s super easy—you can just use the Zedge app, which is available in the Play Store. If you’re using an iPhone, things get a bit tricky—you’ll need to use Zedge’s website, and either the … Read more
Are you bored with the ringtones on your iPhone or Android? It’s easier than ever to download free ringtones as well as premium tones that are clips from your favorite songs! Once you download a ringtone you like, it only takes a few seconds to set it as your default ringtone on your Android or … Read more
Also called a screen grab or a screen capture, a screenshot is a captured display of anything shown on your device screen and saved as a static image file. In other words, it’s a digital image of what’s currently displayed on your device screen. You can use it to show something that would be difficult … Read more
Congratulations! You had a phone interview for a new job, and now you’re wondering how and even if you should follow up. Within a day of your interview, you should follow up with a thank you note that affirms your interest in the position. If it’s been a few weeks and you haven’t heard anything, … Read more
Sometimes you snap a photo only to realize that you were holding your device upside down. Or you may have been holding it a little crooked, throwing off the picture’s composition. Luckily, iPads come with built-in software to easily correct this common mistake. Rotating 90 Degrees or More Launch the Photos app on your iPad. … Read more
No matter who you are talking to on the phone, there are times when you need to quickly wrap up a call. This minHour article will go over some tips and tricks to get off the phone. Straightforward Method Explain it isn’t a great time. You’re busy with a project, have a deadline and you’re … Read more