Nexus 7 For Dummies (Google Tablet)

Friendly advice on leveraging the power of the new Nexus 7 Google tablet! The arrival of the new Nexus 7 Google tablet is eagerly awaited, thanks to its cutting–edge software, top–notch hardware, unprecedented abilities, and nine–hour battery life. This easy–to–understand, engaging guide covers everything you need to know about this amazing Android tablet. Bestselling Dummies author Dan Gookin uses his friendly writing style to deliver clear instructions for setting up, navigating, and using the device. You′ll learn to use all your favorite Google applications that come loaded on the device, personalize it, and much more. Walks you through the touchscreen, wireless access, and software updates Demonstrates how to download, shop for, and fill your Nexus 7 with movies, e–books, games, and music Helps you keep on top of your schedule and appointments and pursue your interests and hobbies with the latest apps and websites Offers guidance on using your device to navigate from here to there and stay connected with friends and family while you′re away Nexus 7 For Dummies is an essential companion to your other new companion: the Nexus 7!

Introduction 1 Part I: Introducing the Nexus 7 7 Chapter 1: Behold the Nexus 9 Chapter 2: How It Works 23 Chapter 3: Text Typing and Editing 39 Part II: Keep in Touch 53 Chapter 4: Dealing with Your Friends 55 Chapter 5: Messages of the Electronic Kind 67 Chapter 6: On the Web 81 Chapter 7: Your Digital Social Life 93 Chapter 8: Text Chat, Video Chat, and Phone Calls 107 Part III: But Wait — There’s More! 121 Chapter 9: There’s a Map for That 123 Chapter 10: Name That Tune 135 Chapter 11: Other Amazing Feats 149 Chapter 12: More Apps at the Play Store 169 Part IV: Nuts and Bolts 181 Chapter 13: To Be Wireless 183 Chapter 14: Connect and Share 193 Chapter 15: On the Road 201 Chapter 16: Customize Your Nexus 7 205 Chapter 17: Maintenance and Troubleshooting 223 Part V: The Part of Tens 235 Chapter 18: Ten Tips, Tricks, and Shortcuts 237 Chapter 19: Ten Things to Remember 245 Chapter 20: Ten Great Apps 251 Index 257