Android Tablets For Dummies, 3rd Edition

Learn all you need to know about your Android tablet in one quick and easy reference!

It’s not a computer and it’s not a smartphone—so what in the world is it? Whether you’re new to Android or new to tablets altogether, you’re about to experience mobile computing like never before with this fun, full-color guide! Inside, longtime and bestselling author Dan Gookin walks you through setting up your Android tablet, navigating the interface, browsing the web, setting up email, connecting to social media, finding plenty of apps, music, books, and movies to indulge your interests—and so much more.

No matter which Android tablet tickles your fancy, this hands-on, friendly guide takes the intimidation out of the technology and arms you with the confidence and know-how to make the most of your new device. Covering the features native to all Android tablets, as well as model-specific guidance, this new edition of Android Tablets For Dummies will have you customizing your tablet, connecting with WiFi, and choosing the right apps like a pro in no time.

• Set up your tablet, configure the home screen, and get connected
• Surf the web, use email, text and video chat, and keep in touch with social media
• Have fun with photos, videos, games, eBooks, music, and movies
• Get up and running with the new Lollipop OS

If you’re eager to learn the ins and outs of your Android device—but don’t want to spend hours pulling your hair out trying to figure things out —this go-to guide has you covered.

Table of Contents

Part I Getting Started with Android Tablets
Chapter 1 That Out‐of‐the‐Box Experience
Chapter 2 Android Tablet On and Off
Chapter 3 How Android Tablets Work
Chapter 4 Creating and Editing Text

Part II Stay in Touch
Chapter 5 All Your Friends
Chapter 6 You’ve Got Email
Chapter 7 Tablet Web Browsing
Chapter 8 Text, Voice, and Video
Chapter 9 Digital Social Life

Part III Omni Tablet
Chapter 10 There’s a Map for That
Chapter 11 Everyone Say “Cheese!”
Chapter 12 Image Management
Chapter 13 Music, Music, Music
Chapter 14 Amazing Tablet Feats
Chapter 15 Play Store Shopping

Part IV Nuts and Bolts
Chapter 16 It’s a Wireless Life
Chapter 17 Connect, Share, and Store
Chapter 18 Apps and Widgets
Chapter 19 Customize Your Android Tablet
Chapter 20 Android Tablet Security
Chapter 21 On the Road
Chapter 22 Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Help

Part V The Part of Tens
Chapter 23 Ten Tips, Tricks, and Shortcuts
Chapter 24 Ten Things to Remember