IPad® for dummies®

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! Set up and use your iPad like a boss! When your coworkers or friends attempt to explain the latest functions and features of the iPad, do you feel as if they're speaking a foreign language? We've all been there. And seriously, you spent a lot of money on your new device, so why not get the plain-English guidance you need to maximize its performance and capabilities? In iPad For Dummies, you'll find easy-to-follow instructions on everything you need to operate your tablet with the skills of an iPad guru. In this updated edition, you'll find out how to operate your iPad with ease, including setting up your new iPad, using the multi-touch interface, synching your data, using iCloud, setting up your iTunes account, surfing the web, accessing your email account, and navigating iOS 10. The latest iPad is loaded with features and functions you'll be eager to explore, and this full-color guide makes it a breeze! Set up your iPad preferences Connect with family and friends with iMessage and FaceTime Capture and create memories with photos and videos Keep your day on track with the calendar, reminders, and more Whether you've just purchased your first iPad or have been an avid supporter since the product's launch, iPad For Dummies keeps you up to date on the features and functions of the latest model Step up your iPad game! iPad For Dummies, 8th Edition has been updated to reflect the latest functions and features of the beloved iPad product line. An approachable resource, this text covers everything you'll need to know to operate your iPad with ease, including setting up your new iPad, using the multi-touch interface, synching your data, using iCloud, setting up your iTunes account, surfing the web, and accessing your email account. Additionally, this straightforward, yet fun book introduces you to Siri and walks you through texting with iMessage, using the App Store, getting rolling with FaceTime, watching videos, importing media, taking photos and videos, settling in with the latest bestseller on iBook, and using productivity tools, such as reminders, a calendar, contact database, and more, to keep your day on track. Ultraportable and powerful, the latest iPad model is brimming with features and functions you'll be eager to explore, and this full-color guide makes exploration a breeze! Start your iPad experience off on the right foot by setting up your iPad to your preferences Explore the multi-media experience on the iPad, including photos, videos, music, and more Access key productivity tools to keep your day on track, such as the calendar, reminders, contact lists, etc. Keep yourself entertained with downloads from iTunes, the App Store, iBook, and more iPad For Dummies, 8th Edition is a great resource whether you've purchased your first iPad or have been an avid iPad supporter since the product's initial launch and want to stay up to date on the features and functions of the latest model. Your e-mail, photos, music, books, and games - everything you need is just a touch away with iPad! Part iPod touch, part MacBook, part e-Reader, and all amazing, the iPad combines the best of your favorite gadgets into one ultraportable touch device. From sending e-mail and surfing the web to taking pictures, watching and recording videos, playing games, downloading apps, and so much more, the fun begins right here with this friendly For Dummies guide - Magic touch - navigate the multitouch screen, use the onscreen keyboard, and e-mail and surf the web with just the touch of a finger - Picture perfect - turn your iPad into a digital picture frame, add cool effects to your photos, and make FaceTime video calls - Get rhythm - organize your music collection, listen to your favorite tunes, and create cool custom playlists - All those apps - download the latest apps, keep them up to date, and indulge your interests with games, e-books, and more Open the book and find: - Steps for getting started with your iPad - Easy ways to organize your e-mail, calendar, and contacts - How to make a video call with FaceTime - Advice on using the iPad's HD video camera - How to increase productivity with folders and multitasking - Fast and easy shortcuts and helpful iPad hints - Tips for staying connected with Facebook and Twitter Learn to: - Set up your iPad, use the multitouch interface, and get connected - Surf the web, listen to music, watch movies, and video chat with FaceTime - Utilize your iPad as an e-book reader, portable game console, or HD video camera The fast and easy way to get the most out of your iPad This new edition of iPad For Dummies covers all the latest tips and tricks to getting the most out of your iPad, presented in a straightforward-but-fun language that has defined the For Dummies brand for more than twenty years. Clear instructions get you started with the basics, like setting up your iPad, mastering the multi-touch interface, and synching your data. Next, you'll discover how to work in the iCloud, set up iTunes on your iPad, browse the Internet, send and receive e-mails, text with iMessage, download apps from the App Store Looking to get the most out of your iPad? Baig and LeVitus cover everything you'll need to know, from setting it up and using the multi-touch interface, to setting up your iTunes account and accessing your email account.