Xoom Companion

An easy-to-follow guide that helps you get the most out of yourXoom deviceMotorola Xoom is one of the hottest new tablets but the owner'smanual only goes so far to cover features and functions. Thisfull-color guide is packed with useful tips, invaluable advice, andeasy-to-follow shortcuts that help you quickly get acquainted withthe Motorola Xoom OS. You'll explore tasks such as working withe-mail, messaging, browsing, utilizing the calendar, makingappointments, enjoying and sharing photos and music, using maps,referencing contacts, adjusting the settings, working withsecurity, checking out voice features, and more. Goes beyond the basics and escorts you from initial set-up ofyour Motorola Xoom to fluency using step-by-step, full-colorinstructions Touches on useful Motorola Xoom applications and tells youwhere to get them Assists you with customizing your Motorola Xoom phone,maximizing its features, and getting comfortable with the operatingsystem Features numerous color screen shots, helpful advice, andinvaluable tips for getting maximum use from your Motorola XoomphoneIf you're eager to get savvy with your Motorola Xoom tablet,then this book needs to be your constant companion!

Auteur
Joli Ballew is a technology author and specializes in simplifying complex topics so that anyone can easily understand and apply them to the real world. She has written numerous books for consumer and technology audiences.

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Get the most out of your MOTOROLA XOOM with this handy Companion by your side! MOTOROLA XOOM Companion goes where you goand goes beyond the basics to show you how to take advantage of the MOTOROLA XOOM and utilize features such as e-mail, messaging, browsing, the calendar, and maps. Full-color screenshots work together with a clear and concise writing to present you with invaluable advice on customizing your MOTOROLA XOOM, adjusting settings, enjoying and sharing photos and music, and securing your MOTOROLA XOOM. You'll find little-known tips, easy-to-navigate shortcuts, and useful tools that will save you time so you can enjoy this powerful smart tablet to the max. If you're eager to make the most of your MOTOROLA XOOM, then this book is the ideal companion. Companion Series

Your partner for better understanding

Offering useful and uncomplicated advice, the Companion series presents you with essential information in convenient, easy-to-navigate books. Companion guides help you figure things out with cool tips, full-color screenshots, and pages of constructive shortcuts and tools.

Résumé
An easy-to-follow guide that helps you get the most out of your Xoom device Motorola Xoom is one of the hottest new tablets but the owner's manual only goes so far to cover features and functions. This full-color guide is packed with useful tips, invaluable advice, and easy-to-follow shortcuts that help you quickly get acquainted with the Motorola Xoom OS. You'll explore tasks such as working with e-mail, messaging, browsing, utilizing the calendar, making appointments, enjoying and sharing photos and music, using maps, referencing contacts, adjusting the settings, working with security, checking out voice features, and more.

• Goes beyond the basics and escorts you from initial set-up of your Motorola Xoom to fluency using step-by-step, full-color instructions
• Touches on useful Motorola Xoom applications and tells you where to get them
• Assists you with customizing your Motorola Xoom phone, maximizing its features, and getting comfortable with the operating system
• Features numerous color screen shots, helpful advice, and invaluable tips for getting maximum use from your Motorola Xoom phone
  If you're eager to get savvy with your Motorola Xoom tablet, then this book needs to be your constant companion!

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Introduction. Chapter One How Do I Get Started with the Motorola Xoom?

Setting Up Your Xoom.

Unlocking the Xoom.

Connecting to Your Computer.

Creating a Google Account.

Using External Controls.

Browsing the Home Screen.

Shortcuts, Apps, and Widgets.

The System Bar and Action Bar.

Swiping, Flicking, Tapping, and Other Touch Techniques.

Rotating, Flipping, and Twisting.

Navigating Menus and Tabs.

Connecting to a Personal or Business Wi-Fi Network.

Enabling Wi-Fi and Getting Within Range.

Inputting Wi-Fi Credentials.

Understanding Network Icons.

Connecting a Bluetooth Device.

Locking Your Motorola Xoom.

Configuring a Screen Lock.

Backing Up Your Xoom.

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Chapter Two How Do I Use the Apps and Features Included with the Motorola Xoom?

Using the Keyboard.

Exploring the Basic Apps.

The Clock and the Calculator.

Accessing the Action Bar for an App.

Using the Browser Effectively.

Using Voice Search.

Using Google to Search with Keywords.

Accessing Facebook, Twitter, and Other Social Networks.

Navigating to the Site.

Signing In.

Creating a Shortcut on the Home Screen.

Getting Directions with Maps.

Using the Maps Interface.

Finding Your Present Location.

Using Your Voice to Find a Location.

Typing to Find a Location.

Using Places and Street View.

Using 3D View.

Incorporating Touch Techniques.

Sharing a Place.

Exploring YouTube.

Using the Contacts App.

Manually Adding a Contact.

Adding a Contact from an Email.

Importing Your Existing Contacts.

Creating a Calendar Entry in Calendar.

Using the Calendar Interface.

Inputting an Entry and Creating a Reminder.

Inviting Guests and Viewing Responses.

Subscribing to or Syncing Calendars.

Reading with Books.

Reading Books.

Shopping for Books.

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Chapter Three How Do I Make the Motorola Xoom Uniquely Mine?

Customizing the Screen.

Adding Widgets and Apps.

Deleting Widgets and Apps.

Repositioning App Shortcuts and Widgets.

Changing the Wallpaper.

Exploring More.

Uninstalling Widgets and Apps.

Organizing Apps into Folders.

Getting Personal Data on the Xoom.

Using the Cloud.

Copying and Pasting.

Emailing.

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Chapter Four How Do I Use and Manage the Wireless Features?

Using Wireless Features.

Enabling Wi-Fi and Configuring Additional Wi-Fi Settings.

Using Public Wi-Fi Networks.

Finding and Connecting to Public Mobile Hotspots.

Using Cellular Features.

Setting Up Data Service.

Turning On and Off Cellular Data Features.

Sharing Your Xoom's Mobile Data Connection.

What Is Tethering, and What Are Hotspots?

Setting Up Tethering.

Setting Up a Wi-Fi Hotspot.

Using Airplane Mode.

Related Questions.

Chapter Five How Do I Get the Most from the Web and Email?

Getting the Most from the Web Browser.

Opening Multiple Web Pages at One Time.

Incognito Browsing.

Creating a Bookmark and Accessing Its Thumbnail.

Finding, Sharing, Locating Downloads, and More.

Exploring the Settings App.

Using Flash.

Getting the Most from Gmail.

Exploring the Gmail Interface.

Managing Attachments.

Adding Third-Party Accounts to the Gmail App.

Setting Up Email.

Configuring Web-Based Email Accounts.

Configuring POP3, IMAP, and Exchange Email Accounts.

Getting the Most from Email.

Separating Inboxes.

Creating Custom Signatures.

Creating Folders (or Labels) and Using Them.

Managing a Contact.

Personalizing Settings.

Related Questions.

Chapter Six How Do I Get the Most from the Android Market?

Getting Familiar with the Market's Interface.

Exploring the Android Apps Section.

Learning More About Any App.

Considering User Comments.

Paying for, Downloading, and Installing an App.

Learning to Use an App.

Getting Help from Inside the App.

Visit the Developer's Web Page.

Search the Web.

Managing Apps.

Checking for and Installing App Updates.

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