BlackBerry Bold Made Simple: For the BlackBerry Bold 9700 Series

You’ve chosen well—with elegant design, a high-res display, and a speedy processor, the Bold is a top-notch device. Now learn how to take advantage of all the features with this easy-to-read guide from two of the best BlackBerry trainers in the business.

BlackBerry Bold Made Simple teaches you how to get the most out of your BlackBerry Bold. You’ll explore all the features and uncover time-saving techniques—from emailing and scheduling to video recording and expanding memory—all through easy-to-read instructions and detailed visuals. Written by two successful BlackBerry trainers and authors, this is simply the most comprehensive and clear guidebook to the BlackBerry Bold available.

What you’ll learn

• Sync your Bold with a PC or Mac
• Master the keyboard and trackpad navigation
• Everything email: setup, basics, and pro techniques
• Text messaging: SMS, PIN, and more
• Set up a three-way conference call
• Get work done: Manage your calendar, contact list, and memopad
• Understand connectivity: Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
• Have fun with music, photos, and videos
• Explore the BlackBerry App World and utilize apps
• Use GPS and mapping to get around

Who this book is for

This book is for those who want to get the most out of the BlackBerry Bold 9700. It is perfect for beginners but will also show advanced users new techniques and shortcuts.

Table of Contents

1. E-mail Set Up
2. Windows PC Setup
3. Windows PC Media and File Transfer
4. Apple Mac Setup
5. Apple Mac Media and File Transfer
6. Typing, Spelling, and Help
7. Speed Your Typing with AutoText
8. Personalize Your BlackBerry
9. Sounds: Ring and Vibrate
10. Phone and Voice Dialing
11. Advanced Phone
12. E-mail Like a Pro
13. Advanced Email Topics
14. Your Contact List
15. Managing Your Calendar
16. Get Tasks Done
17. MemoPad: Sticky Notes
18. SMS Text and MMS Messaging
19. Even More Messaging
20. Adding Memory with a Media Card
21. Your Music Player
22. Snapping Pictures
23. Fun with Videos
24. Social Networking
25. Connecting with Wi-Fi
26. BlackBerry App World
27. Connecting with Bluetooth
28. Connect as a Tethered Modem
29. Surfing the Web
30. Add or Remove Apps
31. Traveling: Maps and More
32. Other Applications
33. Searching for Lost Stuff
34. Securing Your Data
35. Fixing Problems
36. More Resources