iOS Core Concepts - iPhone & iPad Essentials

Name: iOS Core Concepts - iPhone & iPad Essentials
Rating: 4.5 (9 reviews)

Learn how to use all aspects of iOS for iPhone and iPad!

Created byAndrew Swanson

Last updated 3/2026

English

What you'll learn

30+ lessons on topics every iPhone or iPad user should know!
In-depth HD video tutorials on features like Spotlight, Siri, AirDrop, Control Center, Notifications, Screenshots, and more!
See how to use your iPhone/iPad together with other iOS devices as well as Macs using iCloud and continuity features.
Learn ways to customize your devices to operate in the best manner for you.

Course content

1 section • 34 lectures • 2h 28m total length

Introduction1:49
iOS Home Screen Interface5:52
Explore how the iOS home screen shows app icons, folders, widgets, and the dock, and how App Library, Control Center, Spotlight Search, and Notification Center streamline access.
The Lock Screen2:20
Explore how the iPhone lock screen operates, including auto lock timing, side button unlock, and Face ID authentication, with time, widgets, and quick access to camera and control center.
Light/Dark Mode2:27
Switch between light and dark mode from the display and brightness settings, use automatic schedules, and quickly toggle in Control Center to adapt apps, widgets, and some Safari pages.
iCloud2:58
Explore how iCloud ties together multiple devices in the Apple ecosystem through one Apple ID. Manage storage, photos, backups, and drive across iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
Using the App Store4:56
Explore the app store on iPhone and iPad, browse sections like today, games, apps, arcade, and search, and learn to download, organize, and manage apps on the home screen.
App Library4:42
Explore App Library on iPhone and iPad, where installed apps appear in categorized full and mini icons, drag to home screens, tap to launch, and search in alphabetical order.
Widgets7:00
Sync and Backup4:39
Explore two iOS backup options—iCloud wireless backup and Mac/PC local backups—and learn syncing music, photos, and apps across devices with encryption and restore capabilities.
Touch Gestures & Haptic Feedback5:42
Spotlight Search3:06
Master spotlight search on iOS to quickly find on-device data or web results, via swipe down on any home screen or today view, with app, contact, weather, and news results.
Siri4:42
Explore how Siri, the iOS virtual assistant, launches apps, sets timers, and composes emails or calendar events using voice or 'Hey Siri'. Learn activation and practical uses.
App Switcher2:48
Discover how the iOS app switcher lets you quickly locate and open recently used apps with device-specific gestures on iPhone and iPad, and enables split view multitasking from the dock.
Drag & Drop5:00
Learn how to drag and drop text, links, images, and files across iPad and iPhone apps to multitask more efficiently, using split view, the dock, multitouch gestures, and app-to-app transfers.
Notifications7:45
Sounds & Haptics4:07
Control Center4:36
Focus8:54
Explore iOS 15 focus modes, replacing do not disturb with schedules and custom profiles. Control who and what can notify you, and tailor home screens across devices.
Screen Time4:18
Monitor and control screen time on iPhone and iPad with downtime, app limits, and content and privacy restrictions, viewing daily or weekly usage and notifications across family sharing.
Air Drop3:34
AirDrop lets you quickly share files and links between iOS devices and Macs without the same Wi-Fi, via the share sheet using nearby Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
App Handoff2:18
Discover how app handoff transfers the current app state across iPad, iPhone, and Mac via iCloud, allowing seamless continuation of tasks like email drafting between devices.
Airplay & Screen Mirroring5:37
Explore AirPlay and screen mirroring on iOS to stream video, audio, and photos to Apple TV, Mac, or AirPlay speakers, with multi-device output control.
Personal Hotspot2:32
Learn how iOS instant and personal hotspot let devices share a cellular connection over Wi-Fi. Understand iCloud-based access, the 'allow others to join' option, and carrier limits and speeds.
iPhone Keyboard7:16
iPad Keyboard3:57
Dictation2:22
Dictation lets you speak to type across apps with automatic punctuation while the keyboard stays visible. These dictation improvements include emoji insertion on devices with the a12 bionic chip.
Battery & Power Management5:34
Lock or Hide Apps3:14
Screenshots & Screen Recordings4:31
Learn how to capture, edit, and manage screenshots on iPhone and iPad, including saving to photos, markup tools, sharing, deletion, and screen recording in Control Center.
Markup4:19
Learn to use markup, iOS's built-in drawing and annotation tool, to add text, signatures, a magnification bubble, and shapes to images and PDFs without altering the original document.
The Settings App2:06
Navigate the iOS settings app to customize wallpaper, iCloud, app permissions, notifications, and GPS usage, using the search field for quick access.
MagSafe4:59
Explore how MagSafe integrates magnets and a charging coil in iPhone models since 2020, enabling precise wireless charging with various accessories like pucks, cases, stands, mounts, and wallets.
Dynamic Island4:26
Experience Dynamic Island, a hub introduced with iPhone 14 Pro and extended to iPhone 15 and 16 for notifications, alerts, live activities, with tap and hold to access audio.
Live Activities4:20
Learn how to enable live activities in settings and use real-time updates on the lock screen and dynamic island, with timers, scores, and orders.

Requirements

Having access to an iPhone or iPad with the latest iOS Software is recommended but not required.

Description

This iOS Core Concepts Tutorial is a comprehensive video series designed to help users get the most out of their iPhone or iPad. It contains over 30 essential lessons on various topics, including:

Home Screen Interface: How to organize and customize your home screen.
Lock Screen: Managing notifications and using widgets.
Light/Dark Mode: Switching between modes and customizing appearance.
iCloud: Syncing and backing up data across devices.
App Store & App Organization: Finding, downloading, and organizing apps.
App Library: Efficiently accessing and managing apps.
Widgets: Adding and customizing widgets for quick information.
Sync & Backup: Sync to iCloud or a Mac
Touch Gestures & Haptic Feedback: Using multi-touch features.
Spotlight Search: Quickly finding files, apps, and more.
Siri: Setting up and using Siri for voice commands.
App Switcher: Switching between apps and managing recent apps.
Drag & Drop: Moving content between apps.
Notifications: Customizing and managing notifications.
Sounds & Haptics: Adjusting sound settings and haptic feedback.
Control Center: Accessing and customizing quick settings.
Focus: Managing Do Not Disturb and other Focus modes.
Screen Time: Monitoring and managing device usage.
AirDrop: Sharing files wirelessly with other Apple devices.
App Handoff: Continuously working across devices.
AirPlay & Screen Mirroring: Streaming content to other devices.
Personal Hotspot: Sharing your internet connection.
iPhone Keyboard: Typing efficiently on your iPhone.
iPad Keyboard: Enhanced typing features on iPad.
Dictation: Speak to enter text.
Battery & Power Management: Monitoring and optimizing battery life.
Lock or Hide Apps: Limit access or remove Apps from your Home Screen.
Screenshots & Screen Recordings: Capturing and sharing screen content.
Markup: Annotating and editing images and documents.
Settings App: Exploring and customizing settings.
MagSafe: Mount & Charge iPhone wirelessly.
Dynamic Island: View info & Launch Apps
Live Activities: Real time date on your home screen.
Wrap Up: A final overview and additional tips.

The tutorials are presented in high-definition video format with direct screen recordings, ensuring clear and easy-to-follow instructions. The lessons are designed for both beginners and experienced iOS users, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their experience with iOS Devices.

Who this course is for:

Great for anyone new to iOS or wanting to learn to use your current iOS device more effectively & efficiently.
These lessons are also a great reference tool for long time iOS users!