A Parent's Guide to the iPad in easy steps, 3rd edition - covers iOS 7


Book Description

Since its introduction in 2010, the iPad has quickly become an iconic device - a compact, versatile tablet computer that packs a real punch in terms of its functionality. It is now widely used and in many ways it is ideal for children: it is user-friendly, compact, powerful and stylish into the bargain. But for a parent, the idea of your child using an iPad can be a daunting one: how do you know what they are using it for, what are they looking at on the web and how are they communicating with their friends? A Parent's Guide to the iPad in easy steps is the guide that aims to put parents' minds at ease and lets them understand the iPad, while helping their child explore this exciting machine. The book looks at the functionality of the iPad so that you can understand how your child is using it, and also make the most of yourself. It then covers a range of topics for which the iPad can be used: education, games, photos, music, creativity and social networking. This third edition covers the latest operating system, iOS 7. A Parent's Guide to the iPad in easy steps will inspire parents to use their iPad to encourage more learning!




iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 3rd edition


Book Description

The iPad is a tablet computer that is stylish, versatile and easy to use, and there is no reason why it should be the preserve of the younger generation. iPad for Seniors in easy steps gives you a comprehensive introduction to the iPad, showing you how it differs from more traditional computers and how to find your way around this captivating device. The book covers all of the settings that can be applied and explains how to best use the virtual keyboard on the iPad. iPad for Seniors in easy steps details all of the main functions of the iPad, including working with the built-in apps and navigating around with Multi-Touch Gestures. It also looks at a variety of tasks that can be undertaken on the iPad, from staying organized to keeping in touch and getting the most out of your music, photos, videos and books. iPad for Seniors in easy steps also looks at areas of interest in which the iPad can be used to make life more fulfilling, such as when traveling, dealing with finances and viewing artwork. The book details the flexibility and power of the iPad and shows why it should always be your constant companion. A handy guide for any Senior new to the iPad, covering iOS 7 (released September 2013) and presented in larger type for easier reading.




A Parent's Guide to the IPad


Book Description

A Parent's Guide to the iPad is written for parents (and grandparents) to guide them to buying the right iPad and iPad apps for their children. Areas covered include how an iPad may be used for learning and for fun, its benefits and drawbacks, key apps for different age groups, and instructions on parental control.




iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 8th edition


Book Description

iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 8th edition gives you all the essential information you need to know to make the most out of your iPad: · Choose the right model for you · Navigate around with Multi-Touch gestures · Master Settings and apps to stay organized · Find, download and explore exciting apps · Use your iPad to make travelling stress-free · Email, share photos and video chat for free · Access and share your music, books and videos · Stay in touch with family members · Access your documents from anywhere A handy guide for any Senior new to the iPad, covering iOS 12, presented in larger type for easier reading. For all iPads with iOS 12, including iPad Mini and iPad Pro. Table of Contents: · Choosing your iPad · Around your iPad · iCloud · The iPad Keyboard · Knowing your Apps · Keeping in Touch · On a Web Safari · Staying Organized · Like a Good Book · Leisure Time · Travelling Companion · Practical Matters




iPad in easy steps, 7th edition


Book Description

The iPad is a fun, functional and powerful tablet computer, and iPad in easy steps is written to help you get started quickly with your new iPad. This popular guide is updated to cover the latest operating system, iOS 9. Learn how to: Change the settings so that your new device works exactly how you want it to.Stay up-to-date with the new News app and have fun surfing the web, exploring apps for photos, music, videos, games and reading.Utilize your iPad for work: get organized, sync with your main computer, run presentations and write documents.Use the iCloud Drive to work from any Apple computer or device, anywhere.Keep in touch with the family, and share apps, photos and more using Family Sharing.Speak to Siri to do things - no need to type And more! Packed with tips and shortcuts, this popular guide will help you make the most of your iPad, all in easy steps!




iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 3rd Edition


Book Description

In full colour and straightforward, jargon-free language, iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 3rd edition, gives you all the information you need to get up and running with your new iPhone and quickly feel you are in control of it. iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 3rd edition covers everything you need to know to keep fully connected. With your iPhone in your pocket you are only ever a couple of taps away from friends and family. Learn how to: Make and receive phone calls Text with the Messages app, including a variety of new fun features Make video calls with FaceTime Set up and use email accounts Use Settings to customise your iPhone exactly to your style and requirement Use Apple Pay on your iPhone to pay securely – no need to carry your wallet all the time Master the Control Center Explore the entire iTunes Music library, share music, videos, apps, calendars and photos with family members – stay in the loop with children and grandchildren! Apps are at the heart of the iPhone and iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 3rd edition gives a comprehensive introduction to using the preinstalled apps. It then shows how to find and download apps from the Apple App Store for: Going on vacation Online shopping Social networking Hobbies Music and videos Books Photos Keeping up-to-date with everyday tasks, through the use of the Notes, Calendar, Contacts and Reminders apps Health and wellbeing, using the Health app that is designed to collate a range of health and fitness information An in-depth chapter on iCloud, Apple's online storage, sharing and backup service, explains how iCloud works and shows how it can automatically store your data and share your photos so you don’t have to worry about losing information should anything happen to your iPhone. This 3rd edition of this popular title is updated to cover the latest operating system, iOS 10, and its array of new features. It is illustrated using the iPhone 7, but is suitable for all iPhones with iOS 10. It is written in larger type, for easier reading, and with the Senior reader in mind. iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 3rd edition takes the mystery out of using your iPhone and shows how it can become your most useful digital companion, ready to help keep you in touch, up-to-date and entertained.




IPad in Easy Steps


Book Description

iPad in easy steps, 8th Edition is a highly visual guide to navigating through the myriad features of this market-defining device. Written to help the user make the most of his/her iPad. Updated to cover iOS 12.




iPad in easy steps, 8th edition


Book Description

Are you making the most of your iPad? The iPad is a fun, functional and powerful tablet computer, and iPad in easy steps, 8th edition will help you navigate your way through its myriad features and discover all the clever things you can do with your iPad. This popular guide is updated to cover all iPad models with the latest operating system: iOS 12. • Optimize your settings so that your new device works exactly how you want it to. • Stay up-to-date with family, world news and podcasts; enjoy surfing the web; explore apps for photos, music, videos, games and books; and share and save using Family Sharing. • Utilize your iPad for work: get organized, sync with your other devices, run presentations and write documents – from anywhere, at any time. • Master the new features such as the Measure app, Screen Time and the Siri Shortcuts. Packed with tips and shortcuts, this primer will help you to use your iPad to do lots more! Covers all models of iPad with iOS 12, including iPad mini and iPad Pro. Table of Contents: 1. Welcome to Your New iPad 2. Getting Started 3. iPad Settings 4. Browsing the Web 5. Mail, Text and FaceTime 6. Photos 7. Keeping up with Events 8. Calendar 9. Contacts 10. Notes 11. Maps 12. Music 13. The iTunes Store 14. The App Store 15. Books 16. Smart Homes 17. Productivity 18. Accessibility Options




My iPad (covers iOS 7 for iPad 2, iPad 3rd/4th generation and iPad mini)


Book Description

Covers iOS 7 for iPad 2, iPad 3rd/4th generation, and iPad mini My iPad offers a full-color, fully illustrated, step-by-step resource for anyone using an iPad or iPad mini running iOS 7. Each task is presented in easy-to-follow steps–each with corresponding visuals that are numbered to match the step they refer to. Notes and sidebars offer additional insight into using the iPad without the need to search through paragraphs of text to find the information you need. Tasks are clearly titled to help you quickly and easily find things you want to accomplish. Everything you need to know (or didn’t know was possible) is covered in this e-book. From setup and configuration to using apps like iBooks, Reminders, Calendar, Pages, and Maps, each task is clearly illustrated and easy to follow. Learn how to use the iPad's two cameras to take pictures and video, and share them with friends or chat with them live. Learn how to: * Connect your iPad to your Wi-Fi and 3G/4G LTE networks * Use Control Center to control frequently used settings * Use Siri to control your iPad or get information by speaking commands * Use iCloud to keep everything current between all your iOS devices (and even your Mac), including music, photos, emails, and more * Surf the Web, and send and receive email * Download and install apps to make your iPad even more useful * Secure your iPad * Record and edit video using iMovie for iPad * Take photos, and then edit them using iPhoto for iPad * Use iTunes to manage and sync iPad content with your computer * Stream audio and video to Apple TV and other devices * Use AirDrop to share files and information with other iOS devices in your vicinity * Manage your contacts, and then connect with others using Messaging * Stay organized with the Calendar app * Use FaceTime and Skype to stay connected with friends and family, or to conduct video conferences * Use Pages and Numbers to create documents and spreadsheets * Use Keynote to build and display presentations




iPhone for Seniors in easy steps


Book Description

In full-color and straightforward, jargon-free language, iPhone for Seniors in easy steps gives you all the information you need to get up and running with your new iPhone and quickly feel you are in control of it. • The iOS 8 operating system is explained so you can find your way around the iPhone screens and access the items you want • Settings are examined so you can customize your iPhone exactly to your style and requirements • The Multitasking Window shows how you can manage your open apps; and the Control Center provides quick access to frequently used functions. iPhone for Seniors in easy steps covers everything you need to know to keep fully connected. With your iPhone in your pocket you are only ever a couple of taps away from friends and family. Learn how to: • Make and receive phone calls • Text with the Messages app • Make video calls with FaceTime • Set up and use email accounts The new Family Sharing feature is covered, which enables you to share music, videos, apps, calendars and photos with up to six family members: a great way to stay in the loop with children and grandchildren. Apps are at the heart of the iPhone and iPhone for Seniors in easy steps gives a comprehensive introduction to using the preinstalled apps. It then shows how to find and download apps from the Apple App Store for: • Going on vacation • Online shopping • Social networking • Hobbies • Music and videos • Books • Photos • Keeping up-to-date with everyday tasks, through the use of the Notes, Calendar, Contacts and Reminders apps • Health and wellbeing, using the new Health app that is designed to collate a range of health and fitness information. An in-depth chapter on iCloud, Apple's online storage, sharing and backup service, explains how iCloud works and shows how it can automatically store your data and share your photos so you don’t have to worry about losing information should anything happen to your iPhone. iPhone for Seniors in easy steps takes the mystery out of using your iPhone and shows how it can become your most useful digital companion, ready to help keep you in touch, up-to-date and entertained.