Alexa for Seniors in easy steps


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Smart speakers are becoming more and more common in the home. These are devices that use a voice-controlled digital personal assistant to perform a range of everyday tasks. One of the most popular of these is Alexa, which operates on the Amazon Echo smart speaker. Alexa for Seniors in easy steps shows the Senior reader how to use Alexa to help with everyday tasks, and to give you peace of mind and keep you safe, including: Setting reminders and alerts for: taking medication upcoming appointments paying bills daily/weekly/monthly household tasks calling relatives and friends birthdays and anniversaries – get Alexa to remind you to send cards and presents in time ...and anything else you need reminding about Making hands-free phone calls if you can't reach the phone Setting and controlling smart home devices like smart heating and smart lighting Getting the weather forecast, latest news, and sports results Playing music and listening to the radio Playing games Doing shopping online And much, much more! Alexa for Seniors in easy steps guides you through setting up your Alexa-enabled device, so you don't have to ask the kids! Presented in larger font for easy reading – in the familiar In Easy Steps style.







iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 12th edition


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This bestselling guide, iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 12th edition, is updated to cover iPadOS 16. Written in larger type, it’ll help senior folks learn how to use and enjoy myriad iPad features with ease: · Choose the right model for you, master Multitasking Gestures, and customize the iPad for your needs. · Use your iPad to keep in touch with family and friends. Make video calls and send messages for free; take and share photos. · Shop and order food and more online; take a virtual tour of your favorite art galleries and museums; plan and book your trips. · Explore the new and enhanced features in iPadOS 16, and make the most of your new device! You don’t have to ask the kids anymore! Table of Contents 1. Choosing your iPad 2. Around your iPad 3. iCloud 4. Keyboard and Apple Pencil 5. Knowing your Apps 6. Keeping in Touch 7. On a Web Safari 8. Staying Organized 9. Leisure Time 10. Traveling Companion 11. Practical Matters




iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 8th edition


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iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 8th edition is now updated to cover all iPhones with iOS 15. It’ll show you how to: · Make and receive calls and send messages. · Use FaceTime to make video calls, and have fun sharing music or video clips on FaceTime calls. · Find apps to stay healthy, shop online, plan your vacation, get instant news, and keep on top of everyday tasks. · Make secure payments using your iPhone. · Customize your iPhone and notifications. · Explore the iTunes Music Library; share music, videos, apps, calendars and photos with children and grandchildren. Written in larger type and using non-technical language, iPhone for Seniors in easy steps, 8th edition will help you get more out of your iPhone – so you don’t have to ask the kids! Table of Contents: 1. Your New iPhone 2. Starting to use your iPhone 3. Head in the iCloud 4. Calls and Contacts 5. Typing and Texts 6. Camera and Photos 7. The Online World 8. Hands on with Apps 9. Apps for Every Day 10. On the Go 11. Practical Matters




Android Phones for Seniors in easy steps, 2nd edition


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Android is the mobile operating system that is used on the majority of smartphones worldwide. It is a robust and versatile operating system that can be used by any manufacturer to add to their handsets. This means that there is a wide range of Android phones available and also different versions of Android that run on them. Android Phones for Seniors in easy steps, 2nd edition starts with a detailed look at the different versions of Android, and the range of models of phones that are available. It also explains the relationship with Google and the services that can be used with an Android phone. The book looks at using the interface of an Android phone including: · Using Home screens · Organizing apps · Viewing notifications · Locking the phone · Searching for items · Accessing the range of Android settings · Syncing with other Android Devices The book also covers all aspects of the standard communication functions that are now commonplace on smartphones: · Making and receiving calls · Making video calls · Sending text messages · Adding contacts · Sending emails · Browsing the web Android phones are excellent for a range of mobile entertainment, and the book shows how to listen to music, watch videos and read books. It also deals with taking and viewing photos so that you can use your Android phone as a replacement for a digital camera. Due to the range of versions of Android and models of phones, Android phones can sometimes appear a bit of a maze. However, Android Phones for Seniors in easy steps, 2nd edition provides a clear guide to navigate through the issues and ensure that you can get the most out of your Android phone, whichever version it is. Updated for Android v7 Nougat. Table of Contents: 1. Introducing Android Phones 2. Models of Android Phones 3. Android Settings 4. Around an Android Phone 5. Calls and Contacts 6. Using the Keyboard 7. Messaging and Email 8. Android Apps 9. Being Entertained 10. Keeping in the Picture 11. Online with Chrome 12. Staying Secure




iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 11th edition


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The iPad is a tablet computer that is stylish and versatile, and popular with all ages. iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 11th edition is updated to cover iPadOS 15. Written in larger type, it’ll help senior folks learn and enjoy the myriad of iPad features at ease: · Choose the right model for you; master Multitouch gestures; and customize the iPad for your needs. · Use your iPad to keep in touch with family and friends. Make video calls and send messages for free; take and share photos. · Shop and order food and more online; take a virtual tour of your favorite art galleries and museums; plan and book your trips. · Explore Focus, multitasking, App Library and other new and enhanced features in iPadOS 15, and make the most of your new device! Table of Contents: 1. Choosing your iPad 2. Around your iPad 3. iCloud 4. Keyboard and Apple Pencil 5. Knowing your Apps 6. Keeping in Touch 7. On a Web Safari 8. Staying Organized 9. Leisure Time 10. Traveling Companion 11. Practical Matters




iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 10th edition


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The iPad is a tablet computer that is stylish, versatile and easy to use, and is one of the most popular tablets used by all ages. The range of models has been expanded over the years so that there are now different sizes to cover all mobile computing requirements. iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 10th 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 · Customize the iPad for your needs · Master Settings and apps to stay organized · Find, download and explore exciting apps · Use your iPad to make traveling stress-free · Shop and order food and more online · Take a virtual tour of your favorite art galleries and museums · 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 · Master Siri, and the new features in the latest version. A handy guide for any Senior new to the iPad, presented in larger type for easier reading. Covers all iPads with iPadOS 14. Table of contents: 1. Choosing your iPad 2. Around your iPad 3. iCloud 4. Keyboard and Apple Pencil 5. Knowing your apps 6. Keeping in touch 7. On a web safari 8. Staying organized 9. Like a good book 10. Leisure time 11. Traveling companion 12. Practical matters




Video Chatting for Seniors in easy steps


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In the digital world there is sometimes one event that can propel a technology to the forefront of the public's awareness. In the case of video chatting this has been the Covid-19 pandemic. Video chatting has been used in one form or another for many years, but it was not until the pandemic that it became an invaluable tool for millions of people around the world for keeping in touch with family and friends. As with most forms of popular technology, there are a number of elements to consider to successfully engage with the video chatting revolution. These include: · The different devices that can be used for video chatting. · Getting connected for video chatting, both at home using Wi-Fi, and mobile connections for when you are out and about. · Video-chatting apps that provide the means to communicate with family and friends. Video Chatting for Seniors in easy steps is the ideal companion to help you navigate the expanding world of video communication. It covers the following areas: · Finding the right equipment for successful video chatting. · Following good etiquette so that your video chats go as smoothly as possible. · Getting set up with your video-chatting apps. · Undertaking video chats with individuals and groups. · Using text chat to enhance the video-chatting experience. · Making audio calls using video-chatting apps. · A detailed look at the most popular video-chatting apps: FaceTime; Facebook Messenger; Facebook Portal; Skype; and Zoom. Video chatting on a range of digital devices is very much here to stay and, with Video Chatting for Seniors in easy steps by your side, you will be able to fully embrace it and be communicating like an expert with sound and vision. Table of Contents: 1. The Video-Chatting Revolution 2. What You Need 3. Getting Started 4. Following Good Practice 5. Zoom 6. Skype 7. FaceTime 8. Messenger 9. Facebook Portal




Facebook for Seniors in easy steps


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Not on Facebook yet? Then Facebook for Seniors in easy steps is the perfect companion to enable you to join this popular social media site and stop missing out! · Set up an account and post on Facebook, whilst maintaining your privacy and staying safe. · Have fun perfecting and sharing photos and videos. · Create and join Facebook Groups to share your interests. · Save time by using Events to invite friends, and to organize your social life, in an instant. · Buy and sell items using the no-fee Marketplace. · Eliminate irrelevant adverts and annoying posts from your News Feed. · Use the free messaging service, Messenger, to send private messages, and make phone and video calls. · Learn about Facebook Portal for video chatting with your friends and family, and telling stories too! Even if you are already a Facebook veteran, you’re sure to learn something new with this jam-packed book – all in easy steps! Table of contents 1. Introducing Facebook 2. Setting up a new Facebook account 3. Familiarizing yourself with Facebook 4. Creating your first Facebook posts 5. Starting to use the Facebook app 6. Working with Groups 7. Using Portal 8. Using Facebook Messenger 9. Creating and joining events 10. Using photos and videos 11. Buying and selling 12. Tailoring the adverts 13. Privacy and security 14. Using third-party apps




Word 2019 in Easy Steps


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Get up and running quickly with Microsoft Word 2019, whether you're new to Word or upgrading from a previous version.