iPhone for Seniors QuickSteps

iPhone for Seniors QuickSteps
Author: Marty Matthews
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2015-04-03
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0071844007

Step-by-step, full-color graphics show how to use the latest iPhone models! Written by seniors for seniors, this full-color guide features screenshots throughout with clear instructions that make it easy to start using the iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, and iOS 8. The book can be used with earlier devices, too. Follow along and learn how to make calls, manage your contacts and calendar, send email, browse the web, take photos and video, listen to music, play games, and much more. You’ll also get tips on using helpful apps such as Apple Pay and the Health App. Get up and running on your iPhone right away—the QuickSteps way! Use these handy guideposts: QuickSteps for accomplishing common tasks Need-to-know facts in concise narrative Helpful reminders or alternate ways of doing things Bonus information related to the topic being covered Errors and pitfalls to avoid

iPod Repair QuickSteps

iPod Repair QuickSteps
Author: Brandon Jones
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2007-12-04
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 0071596178

More than 70 million people worldwide already own an iPod, and an estimated 10 million more become iPod owners every quarter

How to Do Everything iPod Touch

How to Do Everything iPod Touch
Author: Guy Hart-Davis
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 497
Release: 2011-12-22
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0071785191

This practical guide covers all that’s new in the latest iPod touch and shows the best ways to load media content, play games, surf the web, use FaceTime to video chat, watch TV shows and movies, and more! How to Do Everything: iPod touch covers the new, supercharged iPod touch which combines three great products: a widescreen iPod with touch controls; a portable game console; and a breakthrough Internet device The book’s chapters provide details on loading your iPod touch with music, videos, games, and data, plus how to chat with FaceTime, keep up with social media accounts, take photos, create and edit business documents, and much more. You’ll get all the information you need to fully exploit the iPod touch with both Windows PCs and Macs and learn about the wealth of activity you can do beyond listening to music. How to Do Everything: iPod touch Contains clear instructions with screenshots and illustrations that guide you through everything from unboxing your iPod touch and installing iTunes to troubleshooting hardware and software issues Includes “How To” and “Did You Know?” sidebars with extra information to help you with tricky issues and queries Explains how to use your iPod touch and iTunes with both Windows PCs and Macs, covering Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.7 Lion Offers tips for building a comprehensive media library in iTunes and keeping it backed up

The Rough Guide to Apple Watch

The Rough Guide to Apple Watch
Author: Dwight Spivey
Publisher: Rough Guides UK
Total Pages: 460
Release: 2015-11-03
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0241259673

The Rough Guide to Apple Watch is the essential guide to the ultimate smartwatch. Whether you want an in-depth step-by-step guide to functionality, a definition of "taptic engine", or you need advice on fast fixes and troubleshooting, The Rough Guide to Apple Watch is the definitive full-colour guide to the most exciting wearable tech and hottest smartwatch on the market. Full of easy to use, photographic step-by-steps, The Rough Guide to Apple Watch takes you from setting up your Apple Watch and connecting it to your iPhone to accessing iTunes and using Apple Pay, all the way through to getting the best from the health and fitness features and using third party apps. The Rough Guide to Apple Watch will give you all the best tip and tricks for maximising your Apple Watch's potential. Make the most of your Apple Watch with The Rough Guide to Apple Watch.

How to Do Everything Mac, Second Edition

How to Do Everything Mac, Second Edition
Author: Dwight Spivey
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 545
Release: 2010-01-05
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0071639993

Maximize the power of your Mac Get the most out of your Mac, whether you've got an iMac, MacBook, and Mac mini. How to Do Everything: Mac, Second Edition shows you how to configure and customize your Mac and put all of the built-in tools to work right away, such as iTunes, Mail, Safari, and iLife. Learn all about the cutting-edge new Mac OS X Snow Leopard features, including 64-bit support, Grand Central Dispatch, QuickTime X, and enhanced performance. Hardware, peripherals, networking, and maintenance are also covered in this easy-to-follow guide. Manage files, folders, and applications with the improved Finder Get online and explore with Safari Entertain yourself with QuickTime, iPhoto, iTunes, and iMovie Tweak the System Preferences Set up a wired or wireless network Use iWork for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations Stay in touch and on schedule with Mail, Address Book, iCal, and iChat Dual-boot between Mac OS X and Windows Add external devices via USB and FireWire Troubleshoot, maintain, and back up your Mac Dwight Spivey is the author of several Mac guides, including the first edition of this book. He is a software and support engineer for Konica Minolta, where he specializes in Mac operating systems, applications, and hardware. Dwight teaches classes on Mac usage, writes training and support materials for Konica Minolta, and is a Mac OS X beta tester for Apple.

Computing for Seniors QuickSteps

Computing for Seniors QuickSteps
Author: Marty Matthews
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 306
Release: 2011-04-06
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9780071740357

Step-by-Step, Full-Color Graphics! Take advantage of your computer's features and tools right away--the QuickSteps way. Color photos and screenshots with clear instructions make it easy to accomplish everything you want to do. Follow along and quickly learn how to navigate the Windows operating system; get online; use core programs such as Word, Excel, and Quicken; and secure your computer. Fun activities, such as genealogy, photo editing and management, social networking, and online dating are covered, plus you'll get tips for enjoying music, ebooks, and videos. Written by seniors for seniors, this practical, fast-paced guide helps you get the most out of your computer. The unique, oblong layout of the QuickSteps series mimics your computer screen, displays graphics and explanations side by side, and lays flat so you can easily refer to the book while working on your computer. Use these handy guideposts: Shortcuts for accomplishing common tasks Personal insights from other seniors Need-to-know facts in concise narrative Helpful reminders or alternative ways of doing things Bonus information related to the topic being covered Errors and pitfalls to avoid

iPhone Geekery: 50 Insanely Cool Hacks and Mods for Your iPhone 4S

iPhone Geekery: 50 Insanely Cool Hacks and Mods for Your iPhone 4S
Author: Guy Hart-Davis
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 289
Release: 2012-05-31
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0071798676

Discover More Great Things to Do with Your iPhone 4S or iPhone 4! You already know how to do everyday things with your iPhone--make calls, take photos, enjoy music and movies, and play games. Now it's time to take your iPhone to the next level and turn it into your home recording studio, professional-quality video camera, and handy computer for both business computing and personal productivity. iPhone Geekery shows you how to do all this, and much, much more. You'll learn everything from keyboard secrets and power-user email techniques to ways to jailbreak your iPhone and recover space from its file system. Get your geek on! Learn how to: Load and sync content from multiple computers Use your iPhone as your home and car stereo Record your band on your iPhone--or use your iPhone as your backing track Take stunning macro, telephoto, and panoramic photos Turn your iPhone into your main computer Secure your iPhone against water, dirt, and grime Share your iPhone's Internet connection with your computer Use your iPhone to control your computer remotely Jailbreak your iPhone and install apps Apple hasn't approved Play Genesis, Nintendo, and arcade games on your iPhone under emulation And lots more!

How to Do Everything iPhone 4S

How to Do Everything iPhone 4S
Author: Guy Hart-Davis
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 593
Release: 2011-12-22
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0071783083

Unleash the amazing features of your iPhone 4S! Filled with handy tips and little-known tricks, How to Do Everything: iPhone 4S shows you how to maximize the powerful capabilities of this revolutionary device. Configure and customize your iPhone, make calls, video chat, listen to music, watch videos, create and manage your iTunes library, surf the Web, take photos and video, ask Siri for assistance, use iCloud to store and access your content, and much more. You’ll also learn how to connect your iPhone to your company’s network via virtual private networking and to your company’s Exchange Server for e-mail and calendars. Load your iPhone with music, videos, data, and apps Connect to wireless networks at home, at work, and on the road Take crisp photos and video with the new eight megapixel camera Make phone calls, video chat with FaceTime, and use e-mail and instant messaging Use iCloud to sync content seamlessly between your iPhone and other iOS devices Get help from Siri, the voice-controlled intelligent assistant Keep up to date with your calendars and contacts Create a great audio and video library for your iPhone and iTunes Use your iPhone for file backup, storage, and transfer Connect to your business network and to Exchange Server Create, edit, and share business documents on your iPhone Sync your iPhone with multiple computers Troubleshoot your iPhone and iTunes

iPad QuickSteps, 2nd Edition : Covers 3rd Gen iPad

iPad QuickSteps, 2nd Edition : Covers 3rd Gen iPad
Author: Joli Ballew
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2012-07-12
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0071803718

Step-by-Step, Full-Color Graphics! Here’s the fastest, easiest way to get up and running on your third-generation iPad. Color photos and screenshots on every page with clear instructions help you get started right away. Follow along and learn how to use the camera and video recorder, download content from the App Store, play movies, video conference, read ebooks, send/receive e-mail, surf the web, and more. The unique, oblong layout of the QuickSteps series mimics your computer screen, displays graphics and explanations side by side, and lays flat so you can easily refer to the book while working on your iPad. Use these handy guideposts: Shortcuts for accomplishing common tasks Need-to-know facts in concise narrative Helpful reminders or alternate ways of doing things Bonus information related to the topic being covered Errors and pitfalls to avoid

iPad Geekery

iPad Geekery
Author: Guy Hart-Davis
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2012-10-11
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 007180756X

Take your iPad to its limits--and way beyond You've already mastered iPad essentials. Now, become a bona-fide power-user and transform your iPad into a media center, gaming device, photo and video camera, document editor, and high-powered computer. Through easy-to-follow instructions and illustrations, iPad Geekery: 50 Insanely Cool Hacks and Mods for Your Apple Tablet teaches you these expert tricks. You'll also find out how to secure your iPad, protect your personal information, and install apps from any source. Get your geek on! Learn how to: Use your iPad as your home and car stereo Pack your iPad with high-quality music files and share them with others Use your iPad as your backing band, your recording studio, and even fix your off-key singing Watch DVDs, stream videos, and show content on your TV Take captivating photos and make professional-grade films Plug in a keyboard and use your iPad as your main computer Create Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF files Troubleshoot problems and restore your iPad to factory settings Keep your data secure no matter where your iPad goes Connect to your personal or company network Back up, unlock, and "jailbreak" your iPad