iPad For Dummies (For Dummies (Computers)) [Paperback]

Edward C. Baig (Author), Bob LeVitus (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0470580275 | ISBN-13: 978-0470580271 | Publication Date: June 8, 2010 | Edition: 1

Get the most out of your iPad with this fun and friendly full-color guide!

Part iPod touch, part MacBook, and part eReader—and all impressive—the iPad combines the best technological advances from all of these products into one ultraportable touch device. This full-color guide is the perfect companion to help you get up to speed and on the go with Apple's revolutionary iPad.

Veteran For Dummies authors and Mac gurus begin with a look at the multi-touch interface and then move on to setting up iTunes, surfing the Web, and sending and receiving e-mail. You'll discover how to share, store, and import photos; buy and read your favorite books; get directions and use maps; rent, buy, and watch movies and TV shows; listen to the latest music; play games; shop for cool new apps; and much more.

• Popular authors Edward Baig and Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus begin with the basics as they walk you through setting up and using the iPad in this full-color guide
• Offers a straightforward-but-fun approach to the many exciting functions of the iPad: listening to music, synchronizing your data, working with the calendar, setting up iTunes, and getting online via Wi-Fi, to name a few
• Presents an easy-to-understand approach to sending and receiving e-mail; shopping for movies, iBooks, and music at the iTunes Store; browsing the Web; sharing photos; downloading and watch movies and TV shows; and downloading apps from the App Store
• Explains how to use your iPad as a portable game console and how to manage your contacts and to-do lists
• Covers protecting your information and troubleshooting

From no-nonsense basics to useful tips and techniques, iPad For Dummies will help you discover all the cool things your iPad can do.

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From the Back Cover

Keep e-mail, photos, music, books, games, and your world at your fingertips with iPad!

Part iPod touch, part MacBook, part eReader, and all amazing, the iPad combines the best of your favorite gadgets into one ultraportable touch device. This handy guide helps you make the most of your iPad. From sending e-mail and surfing the Web to playing games, watching videos, downloading cool apps and more, the fun begins right here.

• Magic touch — learn to navigate the multitouch screen, use the onscreen keyboard, and let your fingers surf the Web

• Picture perfect — turn your iPad into a digital picture frame, organize photos and videos, and create a stunning slideshow

• Shake your groove thing — tour your music collection, listen to your favorite tunes, watch videos, and customize your listening experience

• All those apps — find the best apps to indulge your interests, get applications onto your iPad, and keep your apps up to date

• Lost and found — use Google services to view maps, get directions, and search for your next destination

Open the book and find:

• Steps for getting started with your iPad

• How to customize your iPad

• Tips for downloading content from the iTunes® Store, the App Store, and the iBookstore

• Easy ways to organize your e-mail, calendar, and contacts

• How to stay connected with Facebook and Twitter

• Details about connecting to a Wi-Fi network

• Advice on troubleshooting your iPad

• Cool iPad accessories

Learn to:

• Set up your iPad, use the multitouch interface, and get connecte

• Surf the Web, listen to music, watch videos, and download apps

• Turn your iPad into a portable game console

IN FULL COLOR!

About the Author

Edward C. Baig is the Personal Technology columnist for USA TODAY and the author of Macs For Dummies, 10th Edition.

Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus pens the popular "Dr. Mac" column for the Houston Chronicle and is the author of Incredible iPhone Apps For Dummies.

Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies; 1 edition (June 8, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470580275
• ISBN-13: 978-0470580271
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #28,787 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #15 in Books > Computers & Technology > Hardware > Macs
  • #59 in Books > Computers & Technology > Hardware > Handheld & Mobile Devices

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60 of 63 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book, July 22, 2010

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"iPad for Dummies" was the only book I could find on the subject of learning about the iPad, probably because the iPad is such a new item. The book is great. It's a wonderful learning source and is very easy to understand. I am still referring to it as I continue to learn new tips from it. I would definitely recommend this book for new iPad users. I have found all "Dummies" books to do the job of teaching a subject well; this one is no exception. This is the only book I really need regarding how to use my iPad.

72 of 80 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Must-Have, July 1, 2010

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Steve Jobs may think the ipad is "intuitive," but he is so, so wrong! For a non-mac user over the age of 60 this book is a must-have. The author explains in layman's terms everything Steve forgot to tell us....like, "Why can't I see anything but the front page in my hometown newspaper's website?" There's also a little humor thrown in to help calm the frustrations. Highly recommend this for any age - unless you're already a mac techno-weinie.

33 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars IPad for Dummies, July 27, 2010

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I received my IPad from Apple with only a few instructions printed on a playing card size card. While the IPad site does have a capability to access a complete operations manual, it is cumbersome to access and use. IPad for Dummies is easy to read and contents well organized to walk even the most inexperienced computer user through the steps needed to get the device operational and informing about features and applications for optimal usefulness. I would highly recommend this publication tor any computer novice that has acquired an IPad. It's an invaluable tool.