iPad® For Dummies®, 6th Edition

The ideal companion for getting the most out of your iPad, updated and in full color! The possibilities that exist with Apple's amazing iPad are seemingly endless, and each release brings even more incredible features to this incredible device. If you’re ready to have the world at the tips of your fingers, then this is the book for you! Mac experts and veteran author dream duo Edward C. Baig and Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus guide you through the iPad basics before moving on to the most popular iPad features like FaceTime, Siri, Safari, Mail, Photos, iTunes, iMessage, and more. Covers the iPad Air, iPad with Retina Display, iPad 2, and earlier iPad models and is fully updated for iOS 7! Walks you through texting with iMessage, , making video calls with FaceTime, sending e-mail, setting Reminders, and working with Siri, your voice-activated virtual assistant Shows you how to wander the web with Safari, connect with Facebook and Twitter, and fill your iPad with your favorite music, movies, photos, e-book, apps, and games Includes tips on protecting your information, troubleshooting, syncing your stuff with iCloud, and adding some flair to your iPad with accessories With everything you need just a tap away, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without your iPad and the helpful advice in iPad For Dummies, 6th Edition. 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 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.