Please make iPhone operate as JUST a phone
I had an experience last summer where my phone crashed on a weekend vacation, and I really needed it for my emergency when my truck broke down in a parking lot. The only way I was able to fix it was to have access to a MAC, WITH USB and iTunes and an internet access. Guess what? They don't have all these accomodations at Inns.
so, Now I'm going on vacation next weekend. I'm bringing my laptop for ONE REASON: to restore my phone if it crashes-and that's only if they have internet access.
this is ridiculous. Please make it so that in an emergency, the phone can be turned on and used AS A PHONE.
When you say crashed, does this mean you weren't able to turn your iPhone on?
Or when turned on, the screen was not responsive?
The iPhone is designed and allows for making an emergency call even if not activated. I use a passcode lock and if I enter the passcode incorrectly, I'm given the option to make an emergency call, or I can bypass entering the passcode altogether to make an emergency call - but I believe this is for a 911 call - not for calling a wrecker service, etc.
Just asking but a pay phone wasn't available anywhere near this parking lot or outside of the building associated with this parking lot? The business or whatever associated with this parking lot wasn't open and/or no phone available?
Has the same occurred since last summer? If this is a common occurrence, I would contact AppleCare or make an appointment at an Apple Store if there is one nearby.
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From: iOS: Force an app to close
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht5137
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http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1702
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Open the App Store and tap Updates. If updates are available, tap Update All.
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Turn the device off and on.
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Remove the app from your device and reinstall it:
Tap and hold any app icon on the Home Screen until the icons start to wiggle and show a small "x" in the top-right corner of the app.
Tap the "x" in the corner of the app you want to delete.
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