Here are a few tips from an iPhone developer to help make your experience more enjoyable.

… use the voice control app (on newer iPhones) for hands free operation of a few features including dialing (if you have an older iPhone, try Melodis Dialer instead)

… use the headset and double-click the headset clicker to redial

… spend some time finding a few cool Apps that HELP YOU to actually get something done and avoid the time wasters that distract you from your goals

… try turning the iPhone sideways to type an email or text message – the keypad expands to fit the width of the screen and can be a better experience for those of use with larger fingertips.

… buy a case for your iPhone (you won’t regret it)

… don’t spill liquids onto the device and don’t drop it into a liquid unless you wish to buy a new one

… don’t put it into the microwave (same basic warning as the labels attached to cat collars these days)

… remember to sync with your computer at least every week to get the full benefit of updates, backups and synchronization with the rest of your life.

The iPhone is basically a powerful little computer that also handles rudimentary telephony tasks so with 200,000+ Apps in the Apple iTunes App Store, you are sure to find something to make you feel better for about the cost of a cup of coffee (often less).

If you are lucky enough to receive one, here is how you can easily redeem a promo code for the Apple iTunes Store.

1) Launch iTunes…

2) Click the Redeem link in the Quick Links section on the right side of the screen

3) Enter the Promo code that you have been given

4) Wait for Apple to confirm the code

5) Enjoy the free App

keep in mind that promo codes expire within 30 days of issue by the vendor and that the vendor may have issued your promo code in bulk days or weeks in advance – thus… use it or lose it  ;-)