Nancy C. Muir 
iPad For Seniors For Dummies 

Break out your reading glasses–i Pad instructions for seniors are here!

Tired of taking out the instructions for new tech gadgets, only to have the drab, eight point font prove basically illegible? Don’t fret–the solution is finally here! i Pad For Seniors For Dummies, 8th Edition uses a larger font for both the text and its full-color figures and drawings, making this the perfect resource for new i Pad owners in their golden years. The updated content walks you through the setup process and introduces you to the i Pad’s new hardware. Additionally, it runs through all of the features and functions of your i Pad, including accessibility features, notes, the calendar, maps, surfing the web, email, buying new apps, downloading i Books and i Tunes, watching videos, and more.

i Pads are immensely popular–and for great reason; i Pads are wonderful means of communication and entertainment for all ages, including seniors. Learning to use your i Pad’s features and functions can greatly enrich your i Pad experience!
* Access updated coverage specifically developed for the latest generation of i Pad products
* Review the use of each function and feature, ensuring that you get the most out of your new i Pad
* Explore information about software, hardware, and the latest features of the updated i OS
* Stay engaged throughout the entire book with a straightforward but fun writing style and plenty of full-color graphics

i Pad For Seniors For Dummies, 8th Edition is the perfect guide for the over-50 group who are either using an i Pad for the first time or are upgrading to the latest i Pad model.

Table of Content

Introduction 1

Part I: Making the i Pad Yours 5

Chapter 1: Buying Your i Pad 7

Chapter 2: Looking Over the Home Screen 25

Chapter 3: Getting Going 57

Chapter 4: Making Your i Pad More Accessible 69

Part II: Taking the Leap Online 87

Chapter 5: Browsing the Internet with Safari 89

Chapter 6: Working with Email in Mail 115

Chapter 7: Getting Social with Face Time, Twitter, and i Message 137

Chapter 8: Shopping the i Tunes Store 157

Chapter 9: Expanding Your i Pad Horizons with Apps 171

Part III: Having Fun and Consuming Media 185

Chapter 10: Using Your i Pad as an E-Reader 187

Chapter 11: Playing Music on the i Pad 211

Chapter 12: Playing with Photos 225

Chapter 13: Getting the Most Out of Video Features 249

Chapter 14: Playing Games 261

Chapter 15: Finding Your Way with Maps 275

Part IV: Managing Your Life and Your i Pad 295

Chapter 16: Keeping On Schedule with Calendar and Clock 297

Chapter 17: Working with Reminders and Notifications 317

Chapter 18: Managing Contacts 333

Chapter 19: Talking to Your i Pad with Siri 353

Chapter 20: Making Notes 369

Chapter 21: Getting the News You Need 389

Chapter 22: Troubleshooting and Maintaining Your i Pad 397

Index 413

About the author

Nancy C. Muir is the owner of a writing and consulting company that specializes in business and technology topics. She has authored more than 100 books, including Computers For Seniors For Dummies and i Phone For Seniors For Dummies. Nancy holds a certificate in Distance Learning Design and has taught Internet safety at the college level.