Droid Companion E-Book

Eric Butow

• Herausgeber: John Wiley & Sons
• Kategorie: Wissenschaft und neue Technologien
• Sprache: Englisch

Seitenzahl: 319

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2011

Beschreibung

New owner of a Droid? Enjoy it even more with this perfectguideCongratulations on owning one of the hottest smartphones on theplanet--more than 400,000 new Android phones are activatedevery day! Now get the very most out your new Droid with this handycompanion by your side. Covering several versions of the Droidphones in one comprehensive guide, this book provides you withhelpful information on everything from setup to the fun features ofeach Droid model. You'll quickly get up to speed on everything fromemail, browsing, and calendars to photos, maps, apps, security, andmore.* Highlights the new and innovative features of Droids with theuse of clear, easy-to-understand descriptions* Covers the Motorola Droid 3, Motorola Droid X2, HTC DroidIncredible 2, and Samsung Droid Charge* Shares helpful details on how to make your Droid uniquely yoursand tap into the Android app market* Walks you through the basics such as adding contacts,messaging, emailing, browsing the web, integrating social media,shooting and sharing photos and videos, and more* Helps you use your Droid to communicate more effectively andwork more efficientlyWant a friend to help you with your new Droid? Get your very ownDroid Companion!

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Table of Contents

Cover

Chapter 1: How Do I Get Started with Droid?

Setting Up Your Droid Phone

Using External Controls

Browsing the Home Screen

Using the Menu Button

Exploring Google Apps and Services

Connecting to a Personal or Business Wi-Fi Network

Understanding Network Icons

Connecting a Bluetooth Device

Protecting the Droid from Unauthorized Access

Related Questions

Chapter 2: How Do I Make the Droid Uniquely Mine?

Customizing the Screen

Getting Personal Data on Your Phone

Related Questions

Chapter 3: How Do I Use the Phone and Manage Contacts?

Making and Answering Phone Calls

Creating and Using Contacts

Managing Contacts

Related Questions

Chapter 4: How Do I Use and Manage the Wireless and Cellular Features?

Using Wireless Features

Understanding Cellular Features

Sharing Your Droid’s Mobile Data Connection

Using Airplane Mode

Related Questions

Chapter 5: How Do I Get the Most from the Android Market?

Getting Familiar with the Market’s Interface

Obtaining and Using Apps

Managing Apps

Exploring Games, Books, and Movies

Related Questions

Chapter 6: How Do I Get the Most from Messaging, Chats, and Email?

Sending and Receiving Text and Multimedia Messages

Using Google Talk to Chat with Others

Using the Gmail App

Using the Messaging and Email Apps

Related Questions

Chapter 7: How Do I Get the Most from the Web?

Customizing Browser Settings

Navigating with the Browser

Using Flash

Downloading Files

Exploring Other Browsers

Related Questions

Chapter 8: How Do I Get the Most from Social Media Integration?

Integrating with Facebook

Integrating with Twitter

Using Friend Stream for HTC Droid Incredible 2

Related Questions

Chapter 9: How Do I Best Take, View, Share, and Manage Photos?

Taking and Saving Photos

Using the Gallery App

Sharing Photos

Related Questions

Chapter 10: How Do I Best Take, View, Share, and Play Music and Video?

Copying and Downloading Music

Playing Music

Creating Playlists

Buying Music and Media Online

Listening to Audiobooks, Podcasts, and Other Audible Files

Taking, Saving, and Sharing Video

Using the Video and Gallery App

Editing Videos

Related Questions

Copyright

Introduction

Chapter One

How Do I Get Started with Droid?

In This Chapter:

Setting Up Your Droid PhoneUsing External ControlsBrowsing the Home ScreenUsing the Menu ButtonExploring Google Apps and ServicesConnecting to a Personal or Business Wi-Fi NetworkUnderstanding Network IconsConnecting a Bluetooth DeviceProtecting the Droid from Unauthorized Access

To start with your Droid phone, you have to install the battery; activate it with your cellular service provider; familiarize yourself with the physical parts; join a Wi-Fi network; learn how to navigate the screens, menus, and other graphical parts; and learn a little about how to use the keyboard. After you’re acquainted with the device and can move around successfully in it, you may want to connect a Bluetooth device and protect the Droid from unauthorized access.

Setting Up Your Droid Phone

If you purchased your new phone at a physical store, it’s highly likely that the salesperson unboxed the phone, inserted the battery, turned it on, activated it, made a test call, and even guided you through inputting the required Google account. If that happened, you can skip forward to the “Exploring Google Apps and Services” section, stopping to read only the notes and such between here and there. If your new phone is still in the box and has not been activated, you need to continue here.

Unpacking, Charging, and Getting Ready

To start, carefully remove everything from the box. Lay the items out on a roomy table or desk, and take note of everything that’s there. You have several pieces of material to read, including information about activation agreements and pricing plans, coverage areas, consumer information, safety and warranty information, and something along the lines of “how to master your device.” The latter is important; it outlines how to insert the battery, attach the battery cover, and properly charge your phone. It may also tell you how to insert the microSD card, if applicable. The SIM should already be inserted.

Start by following the specific instructions for your device to insert the microSD card and battery, and attach the battery cover. If the directions tell you to charge the phone for a specific amount of time before using it, do so. While your phone is charging, read the rest of the information, specifically noting how to power on the device, what the external ports provide, and how to power off the device. Then, place the packaging back in the box, and keep the box handy. You may need to access the information later.

Completing First-Time Setup Tasks

When you first turn on your new Droid phone (by pressing and holding the Power button for a couple of seconds), you need to work through a few setup processes. Although tasks differ from device to device, they likely include the following:

Choosing a languageActivating the phoneInputting your Google account information