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My iPad for Seniors, 7th edition

Published by Que Publishing (December 12, 2019) © 2020

  • Michael Miller

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My iPad for Seniors, 7th Edition, is a comprehensive guide to using all of Apple’s iPad models. It includes everything from basic setup information to finding and installing new apps to using the iPad for communication, entertainment, and productivity. The information presented in this book is targeted at users aged 50 and up; whenever possible, one best way for any given task is presented, and instructions are simplified with older users in mind. In addition, much content specific for people 50+ is included. 
  • Use Siri to dictate email, messages, notes and more
  • Take video with the front and rear camera
  • Video chat with your friends using FaceTime over Wi-Fi or cellular 
  • Stream audio and video to Apple TV and other devices
  • Connect your iPad to your Wi-Fi network and cellular networks
  • Move information between your computer and iPad
  • Share photos using Shared Photo Stream
  • Edit and share photos and video
  • Entertain yourself with movies, TV shows, YouTube, podcasts, games and more
  • Quickly and easily keep up with your social networks using integrated FaceBook and Twitter features
  • Use iCloud tabs in Safari to make browsing easier across devices
  • Download apps to make your iPad even more useful
  • Use Passbook to keep track of movie and airline tickets and much more
  • Create documents and spreadsheets
  • Build and display presentations
  • Find locations and get directions using the new Maps app
  • Connect with your friends and family using apps such as FaceTime, Skype and Facebook
  • Based off the best-selling iPad book
  • Full color, task-based tutorial
  • Includes all of the most commonly used functions
  • Provides tips and tricks for using the iPad with specific attention to apps that seniors find useful
***Will be  updated based on iOS 13 and new iPads in 2019***
  • 1. Buying and Unboxing Your iPad
  • 2. Getting Started with Your iPad
  • 3. Personalizing the Way Your iPad Looks and Works
  • 4. Making Your iPad More Accessible
  • 5. Connecting to the Internet and Browsing the Web
  • 6. Keeping Your iPad Safe and Secure
  • 7. Controlling Your iPad—and More—with Siri
  • 8. Installing and Using Apps
  • 9. Sending and Receiving Email
  • 10. Managing Your Contacts
  • 11. Video Chatting and Texting
  • 12. Getting Social with Facebook, Pinterest, and Other Social Networks
  • 13. Staying Organized with Calendar and Reminders
  • 14. Reading eBooks, Magazines, and Newspapers
  • 15. Shooting, Editing, and Sharing Photos and Videos
  • 16. Listening to Music
  • 17. Watching TV Shows, Movies, and Other Videos
  • 18. Controlling Your Smart Home
  • 19. Traveling with Maps and Other Travel Apps
  • 20. Keeping Fit and Healthy
  • 21. Getting Productive
  • 22. Using the Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard
  • 23. Managing Files on Your iPad and in the Cloud
  • 24. Fixing Common Problems
Michael Miller is the popular and prolific writer of more than 200 non-fiction books, known for his ability to explain complex topics to everyday readers. He writes about a variety of topics, including technology, business, and music. His best-selling books for Que include My TV for Seniors, My Facebook for Seniors, My Social Media for Seniors, My Internet for Seniors, My Smart Home for Seniors, My Samsung Galaxy S7 for Seniors, My Windows 10 Computer for Seniors, Easy Computer Basics, and Computer Basics: Absolute Beginner’s Guide. Worldwide, his books have sold more than 1.5 million copies.
Find out more at the author’s website: www.millerwriter.comFollow the author on Twitter: molehillgroup

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