Book description
Know your new iPhone from the inside-out with 900 color screen shots!Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPhone is your ultimate guide to getting the most out of your iPhone! Apple's graphics-driven iOS is perfect for visual learners, so this book uses a visual approach to show you everything you need to know to get up and running—and much more. Full-color screen shots walk you step-by-step through setup, customization, and everything your iPhone can do. Whether you are new to the iPhone or have just upgraded to the 7s, 7s Plus, or 8, this book helps you discover your phone's full functionality and newest capabilities. Stay in touch by phone, text, email, FaceTime Audio or FaceTime Video calls, or social media; download and enjoy books, music, movies, and more; take, edit, and manage photos; track your health, fitness, and habits; organize your schedule, your contacts, and your commitments; and much more!
The iPhone is designed to be user-friendly, attractive, and functional. But it is capable of so much more than you think—don't you want to explore the possibilities? This book walks you through iOS visually to help you stay in touch, get things done, and have some fun while you're at it!
- Get to know iOS with 900 full-color screen shots
- Master the iPhone's basic functions and learn the latest features
- Customize your iPhone to suit your needs and get optimal performance
- Find the apps and services that can make your life easier
The iPhone you hold in your hand represents the pinnacle of mobile technology, and is a masterpiece of industrial design. Once you get to know it, you'll never be without it. Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPhone is your personal map for exploring your new tech companion.
Table of contents
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- Cover
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Chapter 1: Getting Started with Your iPhone
- Identify and Compare the iPhone Models
- Meet Your iPhone’s Hardware Controls
- Download, Install, and Set Up iTunes
- Begin Setup and Activate Your iPhone
- Set Up Your iPhone as New Using iCloud
- Set Up Your iPhone from an iCloud Backup
- Set Up Your iPhone from iTunes
- Choose Which Items to Sync from Your Computer
- Sync Your iPhone with iTunes via Wi-Fi
- Explore the Interface and Launch Apps
- Using Cover Sheet and Today View
- Using Control Center
- Using 3D Touch
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Chapter 2: Personalizing Your iPhone
- Find the Settings You Need
- Choose Which iCloud Items to Sync
- Choose Which Apps Can Give Notifications
- Choose Sounds and Haptics Settings
- Set Display Brightness and Wallpapers
- Configure Night Shift and Display Zoom
- Choose Privacy and Location Settings
- Configure and Use Search
- Choose Locking and Control Center Settings
- Set Up and Use Do Not Disturb Mode
- Customize Today View
- Secure Your iPhone with Touch ID or Face ID
- Configure Restrictions and Parental Controls
- Set Up Family Sharing and Add Members
- Choose Date, Time, and International Settings
- Chapter 3: Using Voice, Accessibility, and Continuity
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Chapter 4: Setting Up Communications
- Set Up Your Mail Accounts
- Control How Your E-Mail Appears
- Organize Your E-Mail Messages by Threads
- Set Your Default E-Mail Account
- Control How Your Contacts Appear
- Browse or Search for Contacts
- Create a New Contact
- Import Contacts from a SIM Card
- Choose Default Alert Options for Calendar Events
- Choose Your Default Calendar and Time Zone
- Set Up and Use Wallet and Apple Pay
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Chapter 5: Making Calls and Messaging
- Make Phone Calls and FaceTime Audio Calls
- Using a Wireless Headset or Car System
- Mute a Call or Put a Call on Hold
- Make a Conference Call
- Make Video Calls Using FaceTime
- Save Time with Call Favorites and Recents
- Send Text and Multimedia Messages
- Using Emoji and iMessage Features
- Manage Your Instant Messages
- Choose Settings for Messages
- Block and Unblock Senders
- Set Up and Use the Emergency SOS Feature
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Chapter 6: Networking and Social Networking
- Using Airplane Mode
- Monitor Your Cellular Network Usage
- Control Cellular Data and Background Refresh
- Connect Your iPhone to a Different Carrier
- Turn Data Roaming On or Off
- Connect Bluetooth Devices to Your iPhone
- Share Items via AirDrop
- Share Internet Access via Personal Hotspot
- Connect to Wi-Fi Networks and Hotspots
- Set Up and Enjoy Social Networking
- Chapter 7: Working with Apps
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Chapter 8: Browsing the Web and E-Mailing
- Browse the Web with Safari
- Access Websites Quickly with Bookmarks
- Create Bookmarks
- Keep a Reading List of Web Pages
- Navigate Among Open Web Pages Using Tabs
- Tighten Up Safari’s Security
- Manage Your App and Website Passwords
- Read E-Mail
- Reply To or Forward an E-Mail Message
- Organize Your Messages in Mailbox Folders
- Write and Send E-Mail Messages
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Chapter 9: Keeping Your Life Organized
- Browse Existing Events in Your Calendars
- Create New Events in Your Calendars
- Work with Calendar Invitations
- Track Your Commitments with Reminders
- Keep Essential Documents at Hand with Wallet
- Get Your Bearings with Compass
- Find Your Location with Maps
- Find Directions with Maps
- Explore with 3D Flyover
- Using Maps’ Favorites and Contacts
- Take Notes
- Using Stocks, Weather, and Clock
- Using the Health App
- Manage Files with the Files App
- Chapter 10: Enjoying Music, Videos, and Books
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Chapter 11: Working with Photos and Video
- Take Photos with the Camera App
- Take Live, Timed, Portrait, and Panorama Photos
- Apply Filters to Your Photos
- Edit Your Photos
- Capture Video
- Browse Photos Using Years, Collections, and Moments
- Browse Photos Using Memories
- Browse Photos Using the Map
- Browse Photos Using iCloud Photo Sharing
- Browse Photos Using Albums
- Share Photos Using My Photo Stream
- Share Photo Streams with Other People
- Share and Use Your Photos and Videos
- Play Slide Shows of Photos
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Chapter 12: Advanced Features and Troubleshooting
- Connect to a Network via VPN
- Connect Your iPhone to Exchange Server
- Update Your iPhone’s Software
- Extend Your iPhone’s Runtime on the Battery
- Back Up and Restore Using Your Computer
- Back Up and Restore Using iCloud
- Reset Your iPhone’s Settings
- Troubleshoot Wi-Fi Connections
- Locate Your iPhone with Find My iPhone
- Manage Your Apple ID
- End User License Agreement
Product information
- Title: Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, and iPhone X
- Author(s):
- Release date: October 2017
- Publisher(s): Visual
- ISBN: 9781119439615
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