Guide To iOS 7 Icons and Symbols on iPhone Status Bar

In iOS 7 you will find the following status bar icons

Status icon		What it means
	Mobile/Cell signal	Shows whether you’re in range of the cellular network and can make and receive calls. The more bars, the stronger the signal. If there’s no signal, the bars are replaced with “No service.”
	Airplane mode	Shows that airplane mode is on—you cannot use the phone, access the Internet, or use Bluetooth® devices. Non-wireless features are available.
	LTE	Shows that your carrier’s LTE network is available, and iPhone can connect to the Internet over that network. (iPhone 5. Not available in all areas.)
	UMTS	Shows that your carrier’s 4G UMTS (GSM) network is available, and iPhone can connect to the Internet over that network. (iPhone 4S or later. Not available in all areas.)
	UMTS/EV-DO	Shows that your carrier’s 3G UMTS (GSM) or EV-DO (CDMA) networkis available, and iPhone can connect to the Internet over that network.
	EDGE	Shows that your carrier’s EDGE (GSM) network is available, andiPhone can connect to the Internet over that network.
	GPRS/1xRTT	Shows that your carrier’s GPRS (GSM) or 1xRTT (CDMA) network is available, and iPhone can connect to the Internet over that network.
	Wi-Fi	Shows that iPhone is connected to the Internet over a Wi-Fi network. The more bars, the stronger the connection.
	Do Not Disturb	Shows that “Do Not Disturb” is turned on.
	Personal Hotspot	Shows that iPhone is connected to another iPhone providing a Personal Hotspot.
	Syncing	Shows that iPhone is synchronising with iTunes.
	Network activity	Shows network activity. Some apps also use the icon to show an active process.
	Call Forwarding	Shows that Call Forwarding is set up on iPhone.
	VPN	Shows that you’re connected to a network using VPN.
No Longer used in iOS7	Lock	Shows that iPhone is locked.
	TTY	Shows that iPhone is set to work with a TTY machine.
No longer used in iOS 7	Play	Shows that a song, audiobook, or podcast is playing.
	Portrait orientation lock	Shows that the iPhone screen is locked in portrait orientation.
	Alarm	Shows that an alarm is set.
	Location Services	Shows that an item is using Location Services.
	Bluetooth	Blue or white icon: Bluetooth is on and paired with a device. Gray icon: Bluetooth is on and paired with a device, but the device is out of range or turned off. No icon: Bluetooth is not paired with a device.
	Bluetooth battery	Shows the battery level of a supported paired Bluetooth device.
	Battery	Shows battery level or charging status.

Reflected Glory Of North American Landscapes

Reflected glory: Spectacular mirror images of North America's wilderness which are guaranteed to make you feel calm

Photographer Mark Brodkin, 45, spent hours at the locations in his quest for the perfectly symmetrical shot He took the mirrored shots in a bid to show some of the world's most picturesque settings in autumn colours The breathtaking scenes were taken at beauty spots across Canada and America, including Sparks Lake in Oregon It is said the beauty of nature is best reflected in art, but as these pictures show, sometimes nature needs no help in reflecting itself. 
The stunning symmetrical images capture the serene elegance of the natural world as if a giant mirror has been placed across the wilderness.
Photographer Mark Brodkin, 45, racked up months of research and spent hours at the locations in his quest for the perfectly symmetrical shot.
The intrepid snapper, from Toronto, Canada, said: 'I travel all over the world to photograph the most beautiful landscapes I can find.


Sparks Lake in Oregon: Photographer Mark Brodkin, 45, racked up months of research and spent hours at the locations in his quest for the perfectly symmetrical shot





Merced River in Yosemite Park: The breathtaking scenes were taken at beauty spots across Canada and America, including Merced River in Yosemite Park, California 'In my pursuit of incredible scenery I ventured to these locations. I spend months researching a location before I arrive using the internet extensively and other photo books to gain inspiration and information.
'Once I arrive in a location I typically scout the shooting area when the light is not great and then return for sunrise or sunset to shoot.
'Most of the time it takes several trips to the same location to get the image that I am seeking.'

The breathtaking scenes were taken at beauty spots across Canada and America, including Sparks Lake in Oregon, America.
Mr Brodkin uses trial and error to find the right composition and the perfect moment for each photograph he takes.
He added: 'It takes a great deal of patience, persistence and determination.


Maroon Bells near Aspen, Colorado: His favourite photograph, Pristine Bells, was captured at Maroon Bells in Aspen, Colorado, US, last month (above). But his plan to get there was almost scuppered by the recent US shutdown


Peck Lake in Algonquin Park, Northeast Canada: Mr Brodkin uses trial and error to find the right composition and the perfect moment for each photograph he takes, sometimes traveling back and forth to locations over a period of months 'These locations may only look this way for a few minutes - these are the minutes that I try to shoot.
'In some instances, I can drive my car right up to the shooting location and get the shot instantly.
'In other cases getting to the location can require extremely long hikes and camping overnight.
'Once I am in the location, I can spend several hours shooting, but the best images often some from the shots taken around sunrise or sunset.
'When the lighting is working and the location is right, you can really feel it.
'I know in my heart that I am capturing something beautiful.
'I also know that the light and colour will only last a short time, sometimes it is a matter of seconds.
'My adrenaline is rushing when I know there is an opportunity to get that 'winner' shot.'


Peck Lake in Algonquin Park: He says getting to the locations can require extremely long hikes and camping overnight


Sparks Lake in Oregon: Mr Brodkin is by day a partner at a private equity firm and has been travelling the world since 2009 to capture some of the world's most picturesque spots His favourite photograph, Pristine Bells, was captured at Maroon Bells in Aspen, Colorado, US, last month.
But it nearly proved his most difficult photograph yet.
He said: 'For months I looked forward to travelling to this location in October to shoot the beautiful Maroon Bells while the leaves were full of yellow.
'Days before my scheduled flight, I learned that the US government would be shut down and the road there was closed to vehicles.
'Discouraged, but still determined, I devised a back-up plan.
'In order to get to the location, I would take a mountain bike on a 12 mile return trip.
'The challenge was that it was eight degrees and snowing and I needed to make the trip alone in the dark at 3.30am.
'Still groggy from my flight in and a little scared, I hit the road and started the long ride to the bells.
'But when I arrived at sunrise I was treated to the most incredible view.
'I call this image 'Pristine Bells' and it is my favourite.'
Mr Brodkin is a partner at a private equity firm and has been travelling the world since 2009 to capture some of the world's most picturesque spots.
He added: 'There is so much that can go wrong with a mirrored landscape.
'Too many clouds, too few clouds or the slightest amount of wind can all ruin the image.
'So often I leave the location without a photograph, but when it all comes together it is incredible.

Amazing Watermelon Slices That Burn Bright

Warning: Even after looking at these photos a few times, it may be still hard for you to wrap your head around the idea that you're looking at candles! From the company LessCandles comes these cone-shaped candles that are hand painted with special wax to look like actual watermelon slices! (Just as deceiving are these stone candles made from the same company.) Of course, the only thing that could make these even more believable would be if they actually smelled like watermelon, too. Either way, they'd be fun for a party!

Interesting Extra Shots Of The Week

Extra Shots - Interesting photos that Have Extra Special Significance.