iPad For Seniors For Dummies [NOOK Book]

Overview

The new iPad can do even more - get up to speed with this updated guide!

Get the most out of the newest iPad and iOS 6 software with this fun and practical full-color guide. Written in the friendly For Dummies style by veteran and bestselling For Dummies author Nancy C. Muir, this helpful guide thoroughly explains iPad basics and then some. Discover easy-to-follow tips and advice on the latest iOS 6 features and popular favorites, such as the Siri virtual personal assistant, ...

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iPad For Seniors For Dummies

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Overview

The new iPad can do even more - get up to speed with this updated guide!

Get the most out of the newest iPad and iOS 6 software with this fun and practical full-color guide. Written in the friendly For Dummies style by veteran and bestselling For Dummies author Nancy C. Muir, this helpful guide thoroughly explains iPad basics and then some. Discover easy-to-follow tips and advice on the latest iOS 6 features and popular favorites, such as the Siri virtual personal assistant, FaceTime, Facebook integration, Safari, photo and video editing, e-books, and more.

  • Covers the third-generation iPad, iPad 2 and original iPad and is fully updated for iOS 6
  • Explains how to use the iPad in the clear, friendly, easy-to-follow language that has defined the For Dummies series for two decades
  • Uses senior-friendly larger fonts and full-color illustrations, making the information accessible and easy to follow
  • Covers exciting new features of iOS 6 and the new iPad, including Siri, Passbook, a brand new Maps app, Facebook integration, enhancements to FaceTime, Mail, Safari, Photos, and improved accessibility features for users with hearing and vision challenges
  • Shows the best ways to use your iPad for e-mail, games, e-books, music, videos, photos, and keeping connected with your friends and family

Whether you use your iPad to keep in touch, keep track of your schedule, or keep yourself entertained, iPad For Seniors For Dummies, 5th Edition is the perfect accessory to keep at hand.

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Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781118521106
  • Publisher: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
  • Publication date: 10/9/2012
  • Sold by: Barnes & Noble
  • Format: eBook
  • Edition number: 5
  • Pages: 416
  • Sales rank: 89,038
  • File size: 37 MB
  • Note: This product may take a few minutes to download.

Meet the Author

Nancy C. Muir is a writer and consultant as well as the author of more than 60 books, including Computers For Seniors For Dummies and Using the Internet Safely For Seniors For Dummies. She writes a technology column for Retirenet.com and also assists seniors with technology at TechSmartSenior.com

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Table of Contents

Introduction 1

Part I: Making the iPad Your Pad 5

Chapter 1: Buying Your iPad 7

Chapter 2: Looking Over the Home Screen 25

Chapter 3: Getting Going 53

Chapter 4: Taking Advantage of Accessibility Features 71

Part II: Taking the Leap Online 91

Chapter 5: Browsing the Internet with Safari 93

Chapter 6: Working with E-mail in Mail 113

Chapter 7: Getting Social with FaceTime, Twitter, and iMessage 127

Chapter 8: Shopping the iTunes Store 141

Chapter 9: Expanding Your iPad Horizons with Apps 157

Part III: Having Fun and Consuming Media 171

Chapter 10: Using Your iPad as an E-Reader 173

Chapter 11: Playing with Music on iPad 201

Chapter 12: Playing with Photos 213

Chapter 13: Getting the Most Out of Video Features 233

Chapter 14: Playing Games 247

Chapter 15: Finding Your Way with Maps 261

Part IV: Managing Your Life and Your iPad 281

Chapter 16: Keeping On Schedule with Calendar 283

Chapter 17: Working with Reminders and Notifications 299

Chapter 18: Managing Contacts 313

Chapter 19: Making Notes 335

Chapter 20: Troubleshooting and Maintaining Your iPad 347

Index 263

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  • Anonymous

    Posted May 22, 2012

    highly recommended

    Easy to understand and follow. Good companion for the new ipad as well as the old.

    Size of print and graphics a plus for "older eyes".

    I am confident that I can take full advantage of my ipad.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 8, 2013

    recommend

    even moreI found I knew more than I thought. I learned more

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