Book description
Full-color, step-by-step tasks walk you through getting and keeping your Samsung Galaxy S6 or S6 edge working just the way you want. Learn how to
Discover your Galaxy S6 or S6 edge’s most exciting new capabilities
Master the quickest shortcuts for calling, texting, and browsing
Customize your S6 to show what you want, when you want it
Avoid unexpected data charges by making the most of Wi-Fi
Use voice dialing, automatic call rejection, and other advanced phone features
Organize your life with Contacts and Calendar
Simplify email by running multiple accounts through one app
Get Google Now to run errands and retrieve information for you
Never get lost! Use Google Maps--even if you’re biking, walking, or offline
Find, retrieve, and play media: music, movies, TV, podcasts, books, and more
Capture pro-quality images with the Galaxy S6’s amazing 16.0MP camera
Share files and media directly with other devices via Wi-Fi Direct
Transform your S6 into a mobile hotspot
Store content and create safe backups in the cloud
Sync your Galaxy S6 with your Windows PC or Mac
Troubleshoot Galaxy S6 software, hardware, and accessories
Link your Galaxy S6 to an Android Wear smartwatch
Track your health goals and fitness activities with S Health
Step-by-step instructions with callouts to Samsung Galaxy S6 images that show you exactly what to do
Help when you run into Samsung Galaxy S6 problems or limitations
Tips and Notes to help you get the most from your Samsung Galaxy S6
Table of contents
- About This eBook
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Contents at a Glance
- Table of Contents
- About the Authors
- Dedication
- Acknowledgments
- We Want to Hear from You!
- Reader Services
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P. Getting to Know Your Galaxy S6
- Your Galaxy S6’s External Features
- Gestures and Motions
- First-time Setup
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Fundamentals of Android 5.0 and TouchWiz
- The Lock Screen
- The Home Screen
- Work with Notifications
- Create App Shortcuts
- Create App Folders
- Create a New Home Screen Pane and Remove an App Shortcut
- Use the Touchscreen
- Use the Keyboard
- Dictation—Speak Instead of Type
- Edit Text
- Keyboard Tricks
- Menus
- Switch Between Apps
- Run Multiple Apps on the Screen at the Same Time
- Installing Synchronization Software
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1. Making the S6 Your Own
- Changing Your Wallpaper
- Changing Your Keyboard
- Adding Widgets to Your Home Screens
- Setting the Language
- Changing Accessibility Settings
- Adjusting Sound and Notifications Settings
- Modifying Display Settings
- Adjusting the S6 Edge Settings
- Easy Home Screen Mode
- Privacy and Safety
- Themes
- Lock Screen and Security
- 2. Making and Receiving Calls
- 3. Managing Contacts
- 4. Using the Calendar
- 5. Browsing the Web
- 6. Email and Text Messages
- 7. Google Now and Navigation Using Google Maps
- 8. Playing and Managing Music
- 9. Taking and Sharing Photos
- 10. Watching and Creating Videos
- 11. Sharing and Synchronizing Data
- 12. Working with Android Applications
- 13. Books and Magazines
- 14. Optimizing and Troubleshooting
- 15. Using Your Galaxy S6 with an Android Wear Smartwatch
- 16. Getting Fit with S Health
- Index
Product information
- Title: My Samsung Galaxy S6
- Author(s):
- Release date: July 2015
- Publisher(s): Que
- ISBN: 9780134171647
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