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- Herausgeber: John Wiley & Sons
- Kategorie: Wissenschaft und neue Technologien
- Sprache: Englisch
- Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2021
The quickest and easiest way to outsmart your Android smartphone Android smartphones, like the Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel models, offer great ways to simplify and enhance your life. From easy ways to stay in touch with your friends and family to helpful reminders for everyday tasks, Android phones can keep you connected and current at all times. Sometimes, though, the learning curve can seem a little steep. But it doesn't have to! Android Phones For Seniors For Dummies is your one-stop guide to discovering the essentials on how to take charge of your Android-powered phone. It skips the techspeak and confusing jargon to deliver key information in a straightforward and reader-friendly way. With this book, you'll learn to: * Navigate your way around your smartphone so you can easily open and close apps, access info, and see photos * Read your email and messages so you can stay in touch with the important people in your life * Secure your phone so you can be assured that you, and only you, can access the sensitive data on it Printed using larger-print type and accompanied by full-color pictures that show you how to apply the step-by-step instructions, this easy handbook is the only resource you'll need to make the most of your Android phone.
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Table of Contents
Cover
Title Page
Copyright
Introduction
About This Book
Foolish Assumptions
Icons Used in This Book
Beyond the Book
Where to Go from Here
Part 1: Your Phone in the Android Universe
Chapter 1: Why Android? What’s the Deal?
A Little Android History
The Many Flavors (Versions) of Android
Reasons That People Choose Android
Why You Need a Google Account
So Many Choices!
A Word about Privacy and Security
Chapter 2: Buying Your Android Smartphone and Accessories
Investigate First — Then Make a Buying Decision
Consider Your Carrier Choice
You Need a Few Accessories, Too
Chapter 3: Activating and Connecting Your Phone
Unbox Your New Phone
Insert a SIM Card
Turn On Your Phone for the First Time
Learn Android Smartphone Symbols and Gestures
Part 2: Getting Started with Your Android Smartphone
Chapter 4: Safety First: Making Your New Phone Private
Set Up a Screen Lock
Establish Data Backup
Place Owner Information On the Lock Screen
Add Emergency Info
Chapter 5: Personalizing Your Handset
Hardware Buttons and What They Do
Find and Sort Your Apps
Move App Shortcuts to the Home Screen
Group Apps into Folders
Deal with Preinstalled Applications (or Bloatware)
Get the News (and Other Media) You Can Use
Customize the Home Screen with Widgets
Chapter 6: Android Typing Tricks with Google’s Gboard
Make the Keyboard Decision
Check Out Keyboard Contenders
Speak Words with Voice Typing
Spell-Check as You Type
Extended Keyboard and Special Characters
Learn the Emoji Language
Delete, Copy, and Paste Text
Print Messages, Documents, and Web Pages
Chapter 7: Handling Notifications and Google Assistant
Meet the Android Notifications Window Shade
Manage Your Phone with the Window Shade Quick Settings
Get the 411 from Google Assistant
Part 3: Let’s Start Communicating
Chapter 8: Chatting via Voice or Video
Make a Voice Call
Check Voicemail
Get Voicemail Transcriptions
Reply to an Incoming Call by Sending a Text
Set a New Ringtone
Spend Face Time with Family and Friends
Chapter 9: Keeping Track of Friends and Appointments
Establish Your Phone’s Contacts
Save Contacts from Email
Add a Contact in Other Ways
Type In a Full Contact in the Contacts App
Merge Duplicate Contacts
Customize, Delete, and Update Contacts
Energize Your Calendar App
Add Calendar Events from Gmail
Chapter 10: Texting with Poise and Character
Compare Types of Text Messaging
Dress Up Texts in Google Messages
The Text Message Bar and Emoji
Find Even More Texting Options
Share Photos and Videos in Texts
Voice-Type (Dictate)
Manipulate the Text in Your Message
Schedule a Text Message for Later Delivery
Act on Text Messages You Receive
Share and Print Documents, Email Messages, and Web Pages
Chapter 11: Managing Email with the Gmail App
Discover Gmail Features
Send a Gmail Email
Perform Basic Gmail tasks
Link to Other Apps and Gmail Settings
Chapter 12: Choosing and Using a Smartphone Camera
Examine Smartphone Cameras and Brands
Take a Camera-Spec Safari
Exercise Your Android Camera’s Capabilities
Go Pro with Pro Mode
Edit Your Photos
Part 4: Exploring Android Apps
Chapter 13: Preinstalled Tools You Want to Use
Take a Shortcut to Features with Android Quick Settings
Quick Settings That Offer Valuable Options
Phone-Resident Android Apps
Chapter 14: Google Mobile Services Apps for Android
Find Popular Google Apps
Google Photos
Google Maps
Find My Device
Take Note(s) with Google Keep
Chapter 15: Apps You Might Like in Google Play Store
Establish App Privacy Permissions
Connect to Radio (Yes, Radio), Podcasts, and Music
Find Favorite and Fun Apps — a Consensus
Engage Social Media
Try Out the Android Accessibility Suite
Part 5: Android Today and Tomorrow
Chapter 16: Marsha’s MUST-DO Things for Your Phone
Make the Orientation Decision
Configure Do Not Disturb
Use Your Home Wi-Fi for Calls and Browsing
Practice Safety When Using Public Connections
Secure Your Power Cables
Set Up Emergency Call and SOS
Manage Home Screen App Shortcuts
Make Folders of Apps
Chapter 17: Android 12 and Beyond: The OS Evolution
Find Helpful New Features in Android 12
Meet the Soothing Android 12 User Experience
Be Ready for the Future
Index
About the Author
Connect with Dummies
End User License Agreement
List of Tables
Chapter 1
TABLE 1-1 Customer Service Contact Info for Android Phone Manufacturers
Chapter 3
TABLE 3-1 Common Android Symbols
Chapter 10
TABLE 10-1 Text Message Features
Chapter 11
TABLE 11-1: Email Tasks and How You Do Them
Chapter 12
TABLE 12-1 Basic Smartphone Camera Tools
Chapter 13
TABLE 13-1 Main Android Quick Settings
List of Illustrations
Chapter 1
FIGURE 1-1
FIGURE 1-2
Chapter 2
FIGURE 2-1
FIGURE 2-2
FIGURE 2-3
FIGURE 2-4
Chapter 3
FIGURE 3-1
FIGURE 3-2
FIGURE 3-3
FIGURE 3-4
FIGURE 3-5
FIGURE 3-6
FIGURE 3-7
FIGURE 3-8
Chapter 4
FIGURE 4-1
FIGURE 4-2
FIGURE 4-3
FIGURE 4-4
FIGURE 4-5
FIGURE 4-6
FIGURE 4-7
Chapter 5
FIGURE 5-1
FIGURE 5-2
FIGURE 5-3
FIGURE 5-4
FIGURE 5-5
FIGURE 5-6
FIGURE 5-7
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FIGURE 5-9
FIGURE 5-10
FIGURE 5-11
FIGURE 5-12
FIGURE 5-13
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Chapter 6
FIGURE 6-1
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FIGURE 6-4
FIGURE 6-5
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FIGURE 6-9
FIGURE 6-10
FIGURE 6-11
FIGURE 6-12
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FIGURE 6-16
FIGURE 6-17
FIGURE 6-18
FIGURE 6-19
Chapter 7
FIGURE 7-1
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FIGURE 7-5
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FIGURE 7-9
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FIGURE 7-11
FIGURE 7-12
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Chapter 8
FIGURE 8-1
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FIGURE 8-4
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FIGURE 8-6
FIGURE 8-7
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FIGURE 8-9
FIGURE 8-10
FIGURE 8-11
FIGURE 8-12
FIGURE 8-13
Chapter 9
FIGURE 9-1
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FIGURE 9-3
FIGURE 9-4
FIGURE 9-5
FIGURE 9-6
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FIGURE 9-9
FIGURE 9-10
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FIGURE 9-12
FIGURE 9-13
FIGURE 9-14
FIGURE 9-15
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FIGURE 9-17
Chapter 10
FIGURE 10-1
FIGURE 10-2
FIGURE 10-3
FIGURE 10-4
FIGURE 10-5
FIGURE 10-6
FIGURE 10-7
FIGURE 10-8
FIGURE 10-9
FIGURE 10-10
FIGURE 10-11
FIGURE 10-12
FIGURE 10-13
FIGURE 10-14
FIGURE 10-15
FIGURE 10-16
Chapter 11
FIGURE 11-1
FIGURE 11-2
FIGURE 11-3
FIGURE 11-4
FIGURE 11-5
Chapter 12
FIGURE 12-1
FIGURE 12-2
FIGURE 12-3
FIGURE 12-4
FIGURE 12-5
FIGURE 12-6
FIGURE 12-7
FIGURE 12-8
FIGURE 12-9
FIGURE 12-10
FIGURE 12-11
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Chapter 13
FIGURE 13-1
FIGURE 13-2
FIGURE 13-3
FIGURE 13-4
FIGURE 13-5
FIGURE 13-6
FIGURE 13-7
FIGURE 13-8
FIGURE 13-9
FIGURE 13-10
FIGURE 13-11
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Chapter 14
FIGURE 14-1
FIGURE 14-2
FIGURE 14-3
FIGURE 14-4
FIGURE 14-5
FIGURE 14-6
FIGURE 14-7
FIGURE 14-8
FIGURE 14-9
Chapter 15
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FIGURE 15-4
FIGURE 15-5
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Chapter 16
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FIGURE 16-10
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Chapter 17
FIGURE 17-1
FIGURE 17-2
FIGURE 17-3
Guide
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Copyright
Table of Contents
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Index
About the Author
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Introduction
This book is for you, even if you’re not a senior. You no doubt live a busy life and may rarely have the desire (or time) to learn to operate every last feature of your Android smartphone. Android has so many options, and in this book, I share some of my favorites, some hidden nuggets, and some basic tricks for beginning (and not-so-beginning) users.
I’ve met too many people who refuse to learn anything regarding technology, and it upsets me. As you grow older (don’t we all?), improving cognitive abilities is a top way to fend off mental decline. What better way to boost brainpower than to master the tiny computer in your pocket? Challenge yourself — think of spending time on your smartphone as a form of self-care (and having fun at the same time).
Hopefully, this book can keep you from making embarrassing calls to your kids to “fix” your phone. And even better — this book might help you teach your kids a trick or two. My editors don’t necessarily identify with the over 55 crowd, but even they found some good ideas in this book.
So, buy the book. I know we’ll have fun learning together.
About This Book
The idea for this book was born during the coronavirus pandemic, on the day that vaccinations became available in Los Angeles. I scoured the Internet, found the active link from the misleading information, and wanted to be sure that my over-65 neighbors could sign up for the vaccine as well.
I went from house to house, helping others sign up for an appointment (much to their relief). The problem was not necessarily determining where to go for shots, but rather how to schedule the appointments on their phones.
The over 55 crowd had problems with both Apple and Android phones. Although I’ve had short stints with iPhones, I am a loyal Android user. I prefer the interface, I love the idea that I can personalize what information I share (and with who), and most of all, because “Android is for everyone.”
From my research, I’ve found that not everyone rushes out to buy the latest, most expensive phones. I suspected as much because that’s my philosophy as well. So, I used six different phone models and brands, and not necessarily the latest-and-greatest. The introduction’s figure shows some of my “coauthors” for this book.
The Coauthors
The coauthor phones ran the latest version of Android, 11. They include a 2021 OnePlus 9 Pro 5G, a late 2019 Samsung Galaxy Note10+, 2019 Samsung Galaxy S10+, 2021 Samsung Galaxy A32 5G, 2018 Google Pixel 3XL, and a 2017 Pixel 2. I also checked the between Android versions on a 2019 Huawei P30 Pro running Android 10. Using all these phones was confusing at worst, but at best, I learned that the Android experience flows similarly through all the brands, with additional features, which I’ll show you in the book.
All these phones are impressive, and the manufacturers did a great job with the design and functionality. The oldest, the 2018 Google Pixel 3XL, is quite a surprise; I enjoyed using that phone as well.
I wrote this book using the pictured phones, all but one of which was running the Android 11 operating system. Android 12 launches in late 2021, so I used a OnePlus 9 5G on the beta tests of Android 12. Chapter 17 has my impressions on the beta-testing experience.
Foolish Assumptions
I assume that you have used a smartphone — or at least used a computer. I also assume that you may be in the market for a phone or have just acquired one. I guide you through the intricacies of buying a phone that best meets your needs, the specific features to look for in a mobile service provider, the basic operations of navigating your Android smartphone, and the most important apps you need to master (even for photography and entertainment). I highlight ways to use your phone that we (my editors and I) expect will improve your Android experience. Most importantly, I present the content in nontechnical language!
Icons Used in This Book
I’m all about illustrating a book. Many figures illustrate the phone screens and tasks laid out in the chapters. You’ll also see small icons that point to special advice from me — here they are:
Tips are short notes — from me to you — that make the process of using your smartphone easier.
These notes are like tips, but a bit more technical sounding. I provide only the technical info that’s both important and worthwhile to know.
Don’t forget these notes. They show up often and are good to stash in the back of your mind.
Warnings contain information that you need to heed. Sometimes, performing certain actions can cause an expensive problem, but don’t worry: You won’t find many of these.
Beyond the Book
You can find a section on www.dummies.com with more Android tips and Android 12 features (after the Android 12 operating system fully rolls out). While visiting dummies.com, type Android Smartphones For Seniors For Dummies in the search box to find the book’s Cheat Sheet. I also have a blog at https://mcollier.blogspot.com, where I post related articles.
In this book, I give you links and contact information for the tech support department for several major phone manufacturers, which should help with any immediate issue.
If you have specific questions, feel free to reach me by completing the contact form at my website (www.coolebaytools.com/contact) or on any of the social media platforms. I’d love to hear from you about the topics you want me to add to the next edition.
I also have a podcast, “Computer and Technology Radio,” which I host with Marc Cohen. You can find it on your favorite podcast platform.
Where to Go from Here
Start reading this book anywhere you want. An incredible index can help you find almost any topic you need to learn about. Go to the table of contents and pick a chapter that interests you, or read the book from the beginning.
Interesting and helpful nuggets of information for you abound everywhere in this book. I really hope you enjoy it.
Part 1
Your Phone in the Android Universe
IN THIS PART …
Meeting the Android OS
Setting up a Google Account
Choosing a smartphone and accessories
Starting up and connecting your phone
Minding privacy and security
