Nexus 7 for dummies - Sandra Geisler

Smart choice, your Nexus 7 tablet! Now let Dan show you everything it can do

Your Nexus 7 is an amazing gadget! In his legendary, plain–English style, Dan Gookin shows you everything you need to know to enjoy your new tablet, discover its secrets, and keep it happy. Learn to use e–mail, access social networking sites, connect with a Bluetooth printer, get directions, play music, swap files with your computer, and do so much more.

• Know your gizmo
  set it up, navigate the touchscreen, control lock screens, use the keyboard, and explore voice input


• Let's communicate
  use the People app, add your social accounts, send and receive e–mail, text, voice and video chat with Google Talk, and make a Skype call


• Stuff to do
  find places with Maps, buy and play music, read eBooks, or watch popular television shows and movies


• Beam me up
  use the Android Beam feature, connect Bluetooth devices, take Nexus 7 on the road, and secure your tablet


• More fun stuff
  customize your Nexus 7 and fill it with all kinds of apps from the Google Play Store

Open the book and find:

• Setup steps and guidance


• Tips on typing and dictating to your tablet


• How to browse and manage web pages with Chrome


• Ways to keep up to date and stay organized with Google Now


• Advice on streaming your favorite music on Nexus 7


• All about the Clock, Calculator, Camera, and Calendar


• App management tips


• Valuable advice on traveling with your Nexus 7


• How to extend your tablet's battery life

Learn to:

• Navigate your tablet, use built–in apps, and surf the web


• Load up on movies, eBooks, games, and music from Google Play


• Manage your schedule, video chat, and connect with social media