Upgrade iPhone 5 to iOS 8.1

WARNING: Before perform the update, always perform phone backup! The author will NOT be held responsibility under any circumstances.

PRE-CHECK LIST

1. Make sure the phone battery is fully charged or connect to direct power source (recommended).

2. 'Wi-Fi' is connected to download the iOS 8 package.

3. Full iPhone 5 backup using iTunes. Follow this guide to install iTunes; http://emanduel.blogspot.com/2012/07/install-itunes-on-windows-xp-pro-sp3.html.

4. Once backup completed, disconnect the phone.

UPDATE!

1. To view installed version:

   Settings > General > About. Look for Version: 6.1.4 (10B350)

2. Settings > General > Software Update

3. Click Install Now

4. Terms and Conditions > Agree > Agree

5. iPhone will restart. Update in progress

6. slide to upgrade

7. Enter Passcode

8. slide to set up

9. Enter Passcode

10. SIM Locked > Unlock

11. Update Completed > Continue

12. Location Services > Disable Location Services > OK

13. Enter Apple ID password > Next

14. Find My iPhone > Use Find My iPhone

15. Welcome to iPhone > Get Started

URL: http://www.macworld.co.uk/how-to/iosapps/how-update-iphone-ipad-ios-8-without-deleting-3451992/

Backup iPhone 5 Using iTunes

1. Follow this guide to install iTunes; http://emanduel.blogspot.com/2012/07/install-itunes-on-windows-xp-pro-sp3.html.

2. Connect iPhone 5 to laptop

3. File > Devices > Back up

4. Click Back Up Apps on 'There are apps on "iPhone" which are not in your iTunes library. Would you like to back up these apps from your iPhone?'

5. Click Authorize on 'This computer is no longer authorized for apps that are installed on the iPhone “iPhone”. Would you like to authorize this computer for items purchased from the iTunes Store?'

6. Enter Apple ID and Password on 'Sign In to the iTunes Store'. Click Sign In

7. Click OK on 'Computer Authorisation was Successful'

8. iTunes > Preferences... > Devices. Under 'Device backups:' look for device name and date and time backup created.

9. Once backup completed, disconnect the phone.

URL: https://support.apple.com/en-us/ht1766

Xiaomi Mi 3 16GB Metallic Gray

The fastest Mi phone ever

In The Box
. Xiaomi Mi 3 Metallic Gray
. UK Standard Adapter
. Mi 3 Micro SIM Card Adapter
. Micro USB cable
. SIM card ejector pin
. Service Card
. User manual
OPTIONAL (with purchased of Discounted Bundle)
. Screen Protector (Anti Glare)
. Mi 3 Flip Case Black

COOL’s
. Cheap
. Support Standard SIM Card with option for Micro SIM (with adapter)
. 5’ Full HD screen with Corning gorilla glass
. Solid aluminium-magnesium case
. Great UI

SUCX’s
. MIUI V5 (Android 4.3)
. NO headset
. NO LTE Support
. NO storage expansion slot

URL: http://www.mi.com/my/mi3/

GALAXY Note II: Mirror Display to HDTV via HDMI

MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) 11-pin micro-USB-to-HDMI adaptor enable GALAXY Note II user to mirror display to HDMI enable HDTV via phone microUSB connection.

WHAT YOU NEED:

. MHL 11-pin micro-USB-to-HDMI adaptor
. Samsung Charger
. HDMI enable HDTV

STEPS:

1. Connect cable side 11-pin MicroUSB port to the base of the phone.
2. Connect cable side USB port to Samsung charger
3. Connect cable side HDMI port to available HDMI port on HDTV
4. Tune the TV input source to the connected HDMI port
5. The phone will be charge and display on the phone screen will be mirror to the TV