Tip: How to make your own custom iPhone ringtones in iTunes
11/11/2010 |
Interested in how to make your own custom ringtones for iPhone? Ever since Apple opened the door, it’s been the popular thing to do. From soothing classics to to the latest hip hop tunes, you can setup the music you want for the contact you want, always know who’s calling you before you answer, and — depending on just what music you choose — turn a few heads while doing it. petey28 from our forums will show you how after the break!
Before you start, make sure you have a...
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