Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 Nook for Dummies

by Corey Sandler    (Find this book)
Samsung Galaxy Tab X NOOK For Dummies provides readers with all the information they need in order to get the most out of their Samsung table/e-reader. Key topics covered include:

  • Introducing the hybrid e-book/Android tablet concept.
  • Navigating the technical aspects of Samsung Galaxy Tab X NOOK, including touchscreen technology, wireless access, software updates
  • Downloading and shopping for e-books
  • Using the built-in Web browser on the Internet
  • Watching streaming video from Netflix, Hulu, and other sources
  • Creating a slideshow of photos from your digital camera
  • Side-loading videos and music from your personal computer
  • Listening to music on your Samsung Galaxy Tab X NOOK
  • Powering the Samsung Galaxy Tab X NOOK
  • Formats
  • Reading an e-book on an e-reader, including lighting, font adjustments, and so on
  • Using the Android-based applications that come with the Samsung Galaxy Tab X NOOK tablet
  • Listening to audio books and interacting with the device using the built-in microphone
  • Creating your own e-books
  • Personalizing the Samsung Galaxy Tab X NOOK, including accessories (B&N expects a strong revenue stream from what they call the “NOOK Eco-System,” which will include the accessories, personalizations, applications and more.)
  • Sharing books on the Samsung Galaxy Tab X NOOK tablet

Tuesday, July 21, 2015

OS X Yosemite for Dummies

by Bob LeVitus    (Find this book)
Learn to:
  • Get the most out of the latest version of OS X
  • Master the key features and tools
  • Use OS X to make your work and personal life more organized and fun
The fast and easy way to discover the ins and outs of OS X Yosemite
Whether you're brand new to the Mac or a grizzled vet, this hands-on guide will have you whizzing around OS X Yosemite in no time. Packed with full-color photos and easy-to-follow instruction, it'll get you up to speed on the basics and then kick things up a few notches to take your skills to pro-level. Get ready to have a rollicking good time!
  • In the beginning — find an unintimidating introduction to the basics and discover cool tips and tricks to make life with Yosemite even easier
  • Mission possible — customize and organize Yosemite to make it work for you, save and open files confidently, and master Mission Control
  • All in a day's work — keep your life organized with Calendar, Reminders, and Notes; surf on Safari; and make Mail, Contacts, Messages, and Maps your minions
  • Now for the fun stuff — listen to music, download and read iBooks, work with photos and media, and much more
Open the book and find:
  • Guidance on getting comfortable with menu basics
  • Yosemite's Finder and Desktop
  • Keyboard shortcuts and ways to customize hardware
  • Time-saving secrets of Quick Look and Launchpad
  • How to back up your data
  • How the OS X folder structure works
  • The lowdown on Mac security
  • What to do when things go wonky
  • Awesome Mac websites worthy of your attention

Tuesday, July 14, 2015

My Google Apps ( My... )

by Sherry Kinkoph Gunter    (Find this book)
Full-color, step-by-step tasks walk you through doing exactly what you want with Google Apps. Learn how to:

  • Use Google Apps to reduce technology expenses and grow your business
  • Choose the best Google Apps version for your needs
  • Quickly activate and customize your account
  • Give your users customized email that uses your domain, not gmail.com
  • Connect Gmail to your smartphone so your email and schedule always go with you
  • Create, format, edit, print, and collaborate on documents with Docs
  • Track and analyze your data with Sheets
  • Create presentations with Slides and present anywhere via the Internet
  • Cut travel costs: run video meetings online with Google Hangouts
  • Improve project collaboration with a shared Sites workspace
  • Efficiently manage and share your schedule with Calendar
  • Store and share your files for secure anytime/anywhere access
  • Sync your files between your PC or Mac and Google Drive in the cloud
  • Use Vault to archive content and activity for compliance or other legal reasons
COVERS: Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Hangouts, Sites, Vault
Step-by-step instructions with callouts to new Google Apps screenshots that show you exactly what to do.
Help when you run into Google Apps problems or limitations.
Tips and Notes to help you get the most from Google Apps.  --  Publisher Marketing

Tuesday, July 7, 2015

Amazon Fire Phone for Dummies

by Dan Gookin    (Find this book)
Learn to:
  • Customize your Amazon Fire phone
  • Command your phone with ease using Dynamic Perspective
  • Discover media and objects with Firefly recognition software
The fast and easy way to blaze through your Fire phone like a pro
The long-awaited Amazon Fire phone is here, and veteran author Dan Gookin offers his expert advice on how to take advantage of the high-speed, dynamic device. In no time, you'll be up and running on Dynamic Perspective, Firefly, and Mayday—features that will give you unmatched customer service and the most advanced data processing around!
  • There's an app for that — access the App Grid from the Home screen and follow full-color photos and instructions for installing, updating, and stopping apps run amok
  • Fire control — get help within seconds by using the groundbreaking Mayday live video assistance
  • Oh, what a tangled web we weave — surf the web with the Silk Browser app, get handy tips for improving web page visibility, and manage multiple web pages in tabs
  • Msg 4 U — compose texts, attach media to your messages, email on the go, and have fun with social media
  • Help at your fingertips — obtain additional information using the Mayday video support system
Open the book and find:
  • How to configure Amazon cloud storage
  • Steps for copying files between the phone and a computer
  • Details on hands-free phone operations
  • Advice for controlling kids' phone access
  • Use the Fire phone's camera to capture panoramic and lenticular images
  • Getting from here to there with Maps
  • Tips for customizing and configuring your phone
  • A helpful Fire phone Q&A