iPad For Dummies

Edward C. Baig · Bob LeVitus

Jan 2012 · John Wiley & Sons

About this ebook

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

Ratings and reviews

If you need a book to work ianything made by Apples non innovative, simplistic devices made for the average dummy you should go kill yourself.

The worst waste of money

It's stupid

About the author

Edward C. Baig is the Personal Technology columnist for USA TODAY.

Bob "Dr. Mac" LeVitus pens the popular "Dr. Mac" column for the Houston Chronicle.