App Store Basics

After only a short time on the site, you should find the App Store to be quite intuitive to navigate. However, there are some basics to familiarize yourself with that will make the App Store experience much more enjoyable.

A Network Connection Is Required

After you set up your App Store (iTunes) account, you still need to have the right network connectivity (either Wi-Fi or 3G/cellular) to access the App Store and download apps. Check out Chapter 4: “Wi-Fi and 3G Connectivity” to learn how to tell if you are connected.

Starting the App Store

The App Store icon should be on your first page of icons on the Home screen. Tap the icon to launch the App Store.

The App Store Home Page

Like iTunes, the App Store app has buttons on top and soft keys at the bottom that help direct you in your purchases (see Figure 21–1).