Top products from r/ios

I also bought a stylus with my iPad for note taking in class, and I use that with GoodNotes, which I love. You can write on pdf and stuff. I think Notability is more popular, and Notability has the feature of recording and syncing your handwritten notes together, which is really neat.

>writing assignments

like typing essays? I use google docs. A little bit buggy for some reason...? but there is also iWork, which comes with all new purchases. I would also recommend a keyboard case for this too!

http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Protective-Integrated-Keyboard-Black/dp/B00PK260AW

i just got this literally two days ago, and I love it! and its 60% off right now!!!! I really like it because not only is it easier to type on a keyboard, you get so much screen space back without the software keyboard.

>viewing PowerPoints

There is google sheets, keynote, microsoft ppt, I think note taking apps like woodnotes and notability also supports ppt too. I personally like writing on ppt during lecture. Its just easier that you don't have to copy everything down, and I think its helpful while studying for tests because you will not forget to study things that you might not have written down with pen and paper.

>What else is helpful to do on the tablet?

Honestly, the iPad can do soon many things that you do not even know you would want to do. Like I am a CS major, and I can connect to servers and write code on my iPad. There is like almost a million apps in the app store just for iPads, so you can probably find whatever that you need!

This isn’t a solution necessarily, but it may fix your speakerphone problem. I used to use AUX in my car before I found this little Bluetooth-AUX receiver. Plugs into both a cig lighter and your AUX, then every time you turn your car on your phone automatically connects to Bluetooth. Pretty handy, and works like a charm.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00G57CWZ8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_vsGIDbCXA7R6Z


I’d recommend also picking this up if you’re interested - it silences the weird static noise the BT receiver produces through the car speakers.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019393MV2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_4tGIDbQDWD06Q

Yes /u/legendofchin97 and /u/Heiminator you can create your own local wireless network and use it for filesharing.


A device like this could work, and as a bonus it has a small built in battery:


http://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-MR3040-Wireless-Portable-Compatible/dp/B0088PPFP4


It it does add extra cost and component, but probably would be the easiest way. Tons of other uses for this as well.


Edit: Just saw that you didn't want to carry a portable access point with you, so sorry about that; however, I will say this is quite small, fits easily in your palm and the battery can last for a few hours on average.

I'm currently working through the Big Nerd Ranch books which are fantastic. They have such a good way of teaching - you are constantly writing code and there are a lot of challenges for you to complete at the end of chapters. I picked them up after recommendations from many other redditors.

They have two books:

• Objective-C Programming - for those with no previous Objective-C experience.
  
• iOS Programming - for those who have worked through the above book &or those who already have a good understanding of Obj-C.
  
  I started with the first and would definitely recommend both.

The closest you could get (to my knowledge) is using LonelyScreen (or something similar) to stream your phone screen to your computer (alternatively use a lightning to hdmi like the one seen here but I'm sure you can find something cheaper) and then use a Bluetooth mouse like the one found here (again you can find something cheaper) to control the device.

This Bluetooth - FM transmitter has worked great for me (connects to phone via Bluetooth, sends to radio via FM transmitter): GOgroove-FlexSMART-Transmitter.

I'm not an audiophile and I have old speakers, but it sounds great to me. You can choose any FM station (not limited to pre-sets), and it also has a USB port so you can charge your phone.

I have the HP 8620, and it has never given me any problems. works with AirPrint on iOS and has drivers available to make work with Android as well. it's the best solution I've found yet.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J8NBVYE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_MsIuybKJMD7S6

You would likely need some sort of audio interface, such as this, and then an app like Garage Band could work. I do agree with the other guy as to why you would want to do this?

> Mac Mini mid 2011

Sorry, traveled.
Your Mac mini should be compatible with AirDrop
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT203106
AirDrop system requirements
Mac Mini (Mid 2010) or later

Please check again.

Just in case I do recommend external BT module https://www.amazon.co.uk/iogear-GBU521W6-Bluetooth-Adapter-Warranty/dp/B007ZT2AXE/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1413923896&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=opgear+gbu521

Screen protector: no. never. worthless.

Case: sure. I had the apple leather case for a while and loved it - only negative (for me) was that the bottom was open/exposed. Right now I'm rocking this case, and it's great: http://amzn.com/B00QLCCRN4

The Big Nerd Ranch book on Objective-C doesn't assume you have any programming experience and I've found it helpful for someone that's not very familiar with compiled languages. Also, it was published very recently, so it stands a chance at being most up to date.

use some touchscreen friendly gloves, not large ones but the thin type. At least to give your thumbs a rest.
https://www.amazon.com/Radio-Shack-Whole-Screen-Gloves/dp/B00V75PIFE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484760192&sr=8-1&keywords=touch+screen+gloves

There are actually quite a few - a simple google search will deliver.

Here is one example

Edit: Another one with 3 meter cable as requested

I personally use this.

A non-electronic controller is less than ten dollars. Other than lubing your screen with popcorn topping I'm not sure what to suggest.

https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Joystick-iPad-iPad2-943-000033/dp/B005GFXH6S

• http://www.amazon.com/Programming-iOS-Fundamentals-iPhone-Development/dp/1449388434/ref=pd_sim_b_4
  
  But you really should get a handle on programming in general before you start. Objective C (the language used to make iOS apps) is not the easiest to learn. Perhaps try writing some programs in python?
  
  
• http://www.diveintopython.net/toc/index.html

Go and buy a standard clock-radio alarm like this one.

They all use the same internal module, and the snooze function is always the same : 9 minutes. I don't know why, but it is. It probably dates back to when the first models were developed. Perhaps there's a technical reason that we don't know about.

So that's what we have all become accustomed to. And Apple followed the established norm. If they had made it a different value people would be outraged.

So don't blame Apple. Blame the engineer who chose a 9 minute snooze function all those years ago.

I had the same problem, and the simple solution was a small USB device that blocks data so the phone only charges. When I connect my phone to my car's audio, it's over Bluetooth.