Download or read book Android Tablets for Seniors in easy steps 2nd edition written by Nick Vandome and published by In Easy Steps. This book was released on 2015-06-05 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tablet computers are now a familiar sight on the digital landscape. They are powerful, portable and packed full of functionality for most computing tasks. Android is the operating system on a wide range of tablets and it is one of the major players in this market. This determines the tablet's user interface and also a lot of its functionality. The latest version of Android is 5.0 Lollipop and improves upon what is already the most widely used operating system for tablets. Android Tablets for Seniors in easy steps: Looks at the range of devices available and their specifications and functionalityExplains the Android operating system and how to use it on your tablet in terms of navigating around, performing all of your favourite tasks, getting online and turning your tablet into a mobile library and entertainment centreFocuses on the latest version of Android, 5.0 Lollipop, and shows the enhancements that have been made over previous versions, such as allowing guest users, viewing the latest notifications on your tablet and accessing quickly the settings that you use most often Android Tablets for Seniors in easy steps will show you how to: Get up and running with the interactive, touch screen experience so that you can quickly find your way around with AndroidUse the Android settings to ensure that your tablet looks and works in exactly the way that you wantFind your way around apps: the programs that give Android tablets their functionality - from using the preinstalled apps, to downloading and using the huge selection available from the Google Play Store, which is linked directly to Android tablets. It also shows how to get the best apps for popular activities such as travel, health and wellbeing, family history and online shoppingConnect to the web via Wi-Fi, using email, making phone and video calls to family and friends with Skype and diving into the world of social networkingKeep your tablet safe - security on tablets is just as important as on any other computer and this is covered in terms of preventing access to your tablet and staying safe online and when using your apps Android Tablets for Seniors in easy steps gives you the confidence to enter the world of the tablet and get the most out of your device, using Android 5.0 Lollipop. The book features the Google Nexus but is applicable to all tablets running the Android operating system. Presented in larger type for easier reading.

Download or read book Android Tablets for Seniors in Easy Steps written by Nick Vandome and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Android Tablets for Seniors in easy steps 3rd Edition written by Nick Vandome and published by In Easy Steps. This book was released on 2017-03-06 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tablet computers are now ubiquitous on the digital landscape. They are powerful, portable and packed full of functionality for most computing tasks. Android is the operating system on a wide range of tablets, and it is one of the major players in this market. This determines the tablet's user interface and also a lot of its functionality. The latest version of Android is 7.0 Nougat, and improves upon what is already the most widely used operating system for tablets. Android Tablets for Seniors in easy steps, 3rd Edition: Looks at the range of devices available and their specifications and functionality. Explains the Android operating system and how to use it on your tablet in terms of navigating around, performing all of your favorite tasks, getting online and turning your tablet into a mobile library and entertainment center. Focuses on the latest version of Android, 7.0 Nougat, and shows the enhancements that have been made over previous versions, such as multi-view windows for viewing two apps at the same time, Quick Switch between apps, high-performance 3D graphics, a Doze feature for saving battery power, a new range of settings for customizing Android, replying to notifications without having to open a different app and enhanced safety and security features. Android Tablets for Seniors in easy steps, 3rd Edition will show you how to: Get up and running with the interactive, touchscreen experience so that you can quickly find your way around with Android. Use the Android settings to ensure that your tablet looks and works in exactly the way that you want. Find your way around apps: the programs that give Android tablets their functionality – from using the preinstalled apps, to downloading and using the huge selection available from the Google Play Store, which is linked directly to Android tablets. It also shows how to get the best apps for popular activities such as travel, health and wellbeing, family history and online shopping. Connect to the web via Wi-Fi, using email, making phone and video calls to family and friends with Skype and diving into the world of social networking. Keep your tablet safe – security on tablets is just as important as on any other computer and this is covered in terms of preventing access to your tablet and staying safe online and when using your apps. Android Tablets for Seniors in easy steps, 3rd Edition gives you the confidence to enter the world of the tablet and get the most out of your device, using Android 7.0 Nougat. The book features the Google Nexus but is applicable to all tablets running the Android operating system. Presented in larger type for easier reading. Covers the Android 7.0 Nougat operating system.

Download or read book Android Tablets for Seniors in Easy Steps written by Nick Vandome and published by . This book was released on 2017-03-14 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Android is the operating system on a wide range of tablets, and it is one of the major players in this market. This determines the tablet's user interface and also a lot of its functionality. The latest version of Android is 7.0 Nougat and improves upon what is already the most widely used operating system for tablets. Android Tablets for Seniors in easy steps, 3rd Edition Looks at the range of devices available and their specifications and functionality. Explains the Android operating system and how to use it on your tablet in terms of navigating around, performing all of your favorite tasks, getting online and turning your tablet into a mobile library and entertainment center. Focuses on the latest version of Android, 7.0 Nougat, and shows the enhancements that have been made over previous versions, such as multi-view windows for viewing two apps at the same time, Quick Switch between apps, high-performance 3D graphics, a Doze feature for saving battery power, a new range of settings for customizing Android, replying to notifications without having to open a different app and enhanced safety and security features." --

Download or read book Tablets for Seniors written by Russ Ware and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Android Tablets in easy steps written by Nick Vandome and published by In Easy Steps. This book was released on 2013-05-14 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tablet PCs are taking the computing world by storm and with good reason: they are compact, powerful, mobile and packed full of functionality for almost every need. Tablets are powered by different operating systems and Android tablets are one of the major players in this area. Android Tablets in easy steps looks at the range of devices available and their specifications and functionality. It also gives a full rundown of the latest version of Android and how to use it on your tablet in terms of navigating around, performing all of your favourite tasks, getting online and turning your tablet into your own mobile entertainment centre. Android on tablets has evolved from the same system as on smartphones and Android tablets offer the same interactive, touch screen experience. The book shows how to find your way around with Android and how to customize the look and feel of your tablet with a variety of different settings. Apps are a crucial part of Android tablets and this is covered in depth, from using the preinstalled apps, to downloading and using the huge selection available from the Google Play Store. It also shows how to use your Android tablet for your entertainment needs, including music, movies, photos, books and games. Online connectivity is another vital element for tablets and the book looks at connecting to the Web via Wi-Fi, using email, setting up online contacts and using all of your favourite social networking sites at the tap of a button. Security on tablets is just as important as on any other computer and this is covered in terms of preventing access to your tablet and staying safe online and when using your apps. Overall, Android Tablets in easy steps provides a visual and comprehensive guide to the next evolution in the computing world so that you can confidently immerse yourself in a truly mobile computing experience.

Download or read book Windows 10 for Seniors in easy steps written by Michael Price and published by In Easy Steps. This book was released on 2015-10-31 with total page 540 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book covers Windows 10, the latest Windows operating system released on July 29th, 2015. Windows 10 for Seniors in easy steps is written with the older generation in mind. It uses larger type for easy reading and takes you through the essentials a step at a time. It will help you to: Install or upgrade to Windows 10, and customize it to suit your needsMaster the key features of Windows 10 on your Windows device (including PCs, laptops and touch devices)Find your way around with the Start Button, the Start Menu, the new TaskbarUse the Quick Access section - an area you can personalize with your favorite apps, programs, contacts and websites so you can quickly get to the functions and files you use most oftenSearch the web with the new Microsoft Edge browserLearn about apps, find and download them, then resize and move them and maximize, minimize or close from their titlebarsUnderstand how cloud storage with OneDrive works, and use it for free storage and sharing filesTalk to Cortana, the voice-activated Personal Digital Assistant which can perform searches on your computer or the web, perform actions like opening apps or documents, or set reminders and more This guide is filled with tips and shortcuts to help you get the most out of Windows 10, whatever your level of experience and whichever type of PC system you are using.

Download or read book iPad for Seniors in easy steps 5th Edition written by Nick Vandome and published by In Easy Steps. This book was released on 2015-10-15 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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. 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, 5th edition gives you all the essential information you need to know to make the most out of your iPad: Choose the right model for youNavigate around with Multitouch gesturesMaster Settings and apps to stay organizedFind, download and explore exciting appsUse your iPad to make travelling stress-freeEmail, share photos and video chat for freeAccess and share your music, books and videosLocate family members and stay in touchAccess your documents from anywhere iPad for Seniors in easy steps, 5th edition is updated to cover the latest operating system, iOS 9, and its array of new features: Improved voice search with the enhanced digital personal assistant, SiriThe exciting new Apple Music, which enables you to listen to a vast range of music and also the new Beats 1 radio serviceAn innovative News app that can aggregate stories from a variety of sources so that you can get all of your news content in one placeAn enhanced Notes app that can be used to include photos, maps and also sketches drawn on the screen with your fingerAn update to the Maps app so that you can get transport information for where you want to goOn some models of iPad there is a multitasking feature so that you can have two windows open on the same screenApple Pay, the digital payment system from Apple, is now available in the UK in addition to the US A handy guide for any Senior new to the iPad, covering iOS 9, presented in larger type for easier reading.

Download or read book Android Tablets for Seniors written by and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Not only will we help you get your Android tablet set up properly, but we will also show you how to take things further and turn your device into a personal assistant, virtual arcade, social media hotspot and communication wizard all rolled intoone. W'll show you how to protect your tablet from malware, increase the battery life, find and install the best apps and even how to hide private images and add parental controls." -- p. [4]

Download or read book iPad for Seniors in easy steps 4th edition written by Nick Vandome and published by In Easy Steps. This book was released on 2014-11-14 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 is updated to cover the new iOS 8. Learn all the essentials you need to know: Choose the right model for youNavigate around with Multi-Touch gesturesMaster Settings and apps to stay organizedFind, download and explore exciting appsUse your iPad to make traveling stress-freeEmail, share photos and video chat for freeAccess and share your music, books and videosLocate family members and stay in touchAccess your documents from anywhere A handy guide for any Senior new to the iPad, covering iOS 8, presented in larger type for easier reading.

Download or read book Laptops for Seniors in easy steps Windows 10 edition written by Nick Vandome and published by In Easy Steps. This book was released on 2015-12-23 with total page 347 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Laptops have often been seen as the domain mainly of students and businessmen. However, they are also an excellent option for senior users: their mobility means that they can be used in any location and with the advent of wireless technology they can be used in a variety of public places to surf the Web or keep in touch with family and friends. Laptops for Seniors in easy steps is updated to cover Windows 10 (Microsoft’s latest operating system) and shows how these portable computers are ideal for seniors. Laptops for Seniors in easy steps – Windows 10 edition, shows how to: Choose the right laptop for you, use and personalize the Windows interface to suit you; Find, download and explore apps for having fun as well as for functional tasks Get connected and enjoy Microsoft Edge, the new web browser from Microsoft Master Cortana and Windows 10 essentials Share your laptop without compromising privacy Use your laptop to make travel easy and keep your folks at home updated on your adventure Learn to troubleshoot common problems and keep your laptop working in tiptop condition all in easy steps, for smart learning!

Download or read book Windows 8 1 for Seniors in easy steps written by Michael Price and published by In Easy Steps. This book was released on 2014-05-01 with total page 523 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Windows 8 was a revolutionary update of the popular operating system from Microsoft. With a brand new interface, new ways of getting around and accessing items and new possibilities for mobile devices, Windows 8 took the computing experience to the next level. However, there were still a few areas for improvement and these have been addressed with Window 8.1. Windows 8.1 for Seniors in easy steps shows you how to get up to speed with this latest version of Windows and begins by detailing how to get to grips with the Windows 8.1 interface. It deals with the basics such as accessing items, personalizing your screen and using additional controls that are available from the sides of the screen. The books includes the new features that have been added since Windows 8: the return of the Start button; options for booting up to the Desktop; viewing up to four apps on screen at the same time; an enhanced SkyDrive feature for online storage and sharing; and a unified search facility that enables you to search over your computer and the Web. A lot of the functionality of Windows 8.1 is aimed at touchscreen devices, whether they are desktop computers, laptops or tablets. This is dealt with in terms of navigating around, as well as showing how everything can still be done with a traditional mouse and keyboard. Apps are at the heart of Windows 8.1 and the newly designed Windows Store has an app for almost everything you could want to do. The book shows how to access and download apps and then how to work with them, and organize them, when you have them. As well as the new features that are covered, all of the old favourites are looked at in detail, such as working with folders and files, accessing the Internet, using email, working with photos and video, networking with Windows and system security. Windows 8.1 will open your eyes to a new way of computing and Windows 8.1 for Seniors in easy steps will help you see clearly so that you can quickly feel comfortable and confident with this exciting new operating system. It is presented with the Senior reader in mind, using larger type, in the familiar In Easy Steps style. Covers Windows 8.1, Update 1.

Download or read book Taking Your Android Tablets to the Max written by Russell Holly and published by Apress. This book was released on 2012-06-12 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The march of the Android-based tablets has begun, including Galaxy Samsung Tab, Motorola XOOM, Nook and more. But where do you start? And what can you do with an Android tablet? Taking Your Android Tablets to the Max is a one-stop shop for users of all skill levels, helping you get the most out of any Android tablet. This book offers: A breakdown of the differences between an Android 2.0+ or an Android 3.0 device Tips for choosing the best device for you and how to best network (i.e., best wireless carrier for 3G or 4G or just WIFI) Detailed walkthroughs on how to get the most out of your tablet and the apps for it

Download or read book Help Me Guide to Android for Seniors written by Charles Hughes and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2014-07-23 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Need help with your new Android phone or tablet? Are you new to smartphones in general, or coming from an iPhone or Blackberry? The Guide to Android for Seniors is a book written specifically for those who have difficulty using electronics, such as phones, personal computers, and tablet computers. There is a wealth of knowledge about all types of Android devices in this book, regardless of the manufacturer or model, and can be easily accessed and navigated for quick reference. Whether you are puzzled about managing your electronic address book, or how to take and send a picture to a friend, you will find the information in this guide. The Internet is riddled with advanced tips and tricks, but the goal of this book is to sort through the extra information to simplify your first experience with using an Android phone or tablet. Help is here! Here are some examples of the topics discussed in this guide: - Charging the Device - Finding the Android Buttons - Calling a Contact - Assigning a Speed Dial - Using the Speakerphone During a Voice Call - Adding a New Contact - Composing a New Text Message - Adding an Attachment to a Text Message - Taking a Picture - Capturing a Video - Navigating to a Web Page - Setting Up Email - Setting Up a Google Account - Buying an Application - Importing Your Contacts from Another Phone - Adjusting the Brightness - Saving on Data Costs with Your Phone PLUS, what to do when the phone - Does not turn on - Can't make a call - Touchscreen does not respond as expected ...and much more!

Download or read book The Senior Dummies Guide to Android Tips and Tricks written by Kevin Brandt and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-05-04 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seniors! This book is for you! In this 2nd edition, you will find the tips and tricks to get the most out of your Android tablet or smartphone. Now with a full section on Android settings, easy to read steps, large print and sharp black and white images, you will find over FIFTY tips like these: How to... #8: Enable "closed captioning"... #18: Lock the device so only you can get in... #37: Video call to see the grandkids... This version of the popular book contains large print and sharp black and white images for a more economical price than our full color version!

Download or read book Android Phones for Seniors in Easy Steps written by Nick Vandome and published by In Easy Steps. This book was released on 2019-08-30 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This resource 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.

Download or read book Android Tablets for Seniors written by Nick Vandome and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Android Tablets for Seniors in Easy Steps looks at the range of devices available and their specifications and functionality. It also explains the Android operating system and how to use it on your tablet in terms of navigating around, performing all of your favorite tasks, getting online and turning your tablet into a mobile library and entertainment center.