How to Listen to Music on an iPhone

The iPhone is perhaps one of the most exciting inventions of the early 21st century. The ease of use and multi-functionality has captured the hearts of tech lovers worldwide. However, it can be difficult to navigate for people not used to hi-tech equipment. The iPhone's music capabilities equals that of any top notch music player. Learn how to listen to music on an iPhone and reap its full benefits.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• iPhone

1. Purchase an iPhone and set up service. Set up the iPhone plugging the phone into a USB into your personal computer, and follow the directions for proper phone set-up.

2. Download the latest version of iTunes to your personal computer, taking notice of your computers hardware and software capabilities. Follow the directions for installation of iTunes.

3. Purchase or download music to iTunes. Then click on the file icon located at the top of the program and click sync iPhone. Allow the phone to duplicate the MP3 files to the iPhone. Be careful not to unplug the phone until it is finished uploading the music files.

4. Allow the phone to charge enough, approximately one hour. Then plug a set of headphones into the iPhone. Touch the icon on the iPhone that says iPod to access your music playlist.

5. Browse your playlist and locate the song that you want to play. Once you have selected the song or album you wish to hear, touch the artists name or icon to play the song. Listen to the song using the headphones or using the phone speakers.

Tips & Warnings

• Organize your playlist according to the frequency that you listen to the songs, and personalize the lists for easier access.
• Update your iTunes as new updates are released by Apple to ensure that you are working with the latest technology.
• Do not download data, videos or music to your phone from a source that you do not trust.

Resources

• Visit the official Apple website for further instruction.