Synopses & Reviews
Your BlackBerry is full of tasty options — learn to use every fantastic feature!Are you a BlackBerry newbie, or a veteran with a new model? Either way, you'll find this guide packed with information to help you make the most of this amazing device. Discover how to send and receive e-mail and instant messages, surf the Web, take photos, make phone calls, play music, and organize your life; it's all in the palm of your hand.
- Get around — navigate the display screen and use the trackball, your BlackBerry's keyboard, and shortcuts
- Keep track of your busy schedule — manage your appointments, keep your calendar, and handle your to-do list
- Keep in touch — use e-mail, SMS text messaging, or instant messaging
- Entertain yourself — take photos, record video, cruise the Internet, and sync your BlackBerry with iTunes
- Protect and back up — back up your BlackBerry, arrange automated backups, and protect your information with secure passwords
Visit the companion Web site at www.blackberryfordummies.com for the latest BlackBerry news, related links, updates on new BlackBerry models, and more
Open the book and find:
- How to use your BlackBerry GPS
- Lifestyle applications you'll want to install
- Ten fun games for your BlackBerry
- All about the BlackBerry browser
- How to bookmark and organize Web sites
- A comparison of SureType and QWERTY keyboard features
- How to take pictures and video with your BlackBerry
- How to sync your BlackBerry with your desktop
Synopsis
BlackBerry For Dummies, 3rdEditionis a practical user’s guide to the BlackBerry handheld, covering a range of pragmatic and how-to topics, from the most useful features and tricks of the core BlackBerry applications to techniques to get the most Internet out of your BlackBerry. The
3rdEdition covers:
- Getting organized with your BlackBerry
- Managing your appointments and meetings with the Calendar
- Creating and managing your To-Do list
- Getting online and surfing the web
- Managing email
- Navigations tips and shortcuts for the BlackBerry
- Synching your BlackBerry with your desktop
- Power usage and consumption
- Taking great pictures with your BlackBerry
- Interconnecting BlackBerry applications
- Getting multimedia with your BlackBerry
- Taking advantage of the expandable memory
- Essential (and free) applications on your BlackBerry
Although not all BlackBerrys are equal, they all share numerous commonalities. The book covers each topic in general, and when there is a significant difference in specific models on a particular operation or application, the authors indicate the differences by using visuals such as tables, graphs, or text boxes. In addition, the authors explain business tools, utilities, games, and great sites that deliver what they need when they need it. The BlackBerry is no longer just a phone or an email device, but rather a laptop replacement!
Synopsis
A easy-to-understand and up-to-date guide on exploiting the full power of the BlackBerry handheld
- Several new models of the BlackBerry have been introduced since the previous edition of this guide, and this third edition covers all the latest features and capabilities of the new models, including BlackBerry Bold, BlackBerry Pearl Flip, and BlackBerry Javelin<. i="">
- Covers a range of how-to topics, as well as tricks and techniques for getting the most from the core BlackBerry applications <. i="">
- Explains how to manage appointments, create a to-do list, get online, organize e-mail, synch to a desktop, take pictures, get multimedia, and take advantage of the expandable memory<. i="">
- The companion Web site contains the latest BlackBerry links and BlackBerry-related news that will be updated as new models are released<. i="">
Robert Kao (Dayton, NJ)develops extensively on the BlackBerry handheld platform.
Dante Sarigumba (Monmouth Junction, NJ) is the co-host of a bi-weekly podcast, Mobile Computing Authority. They are coauthors of several For Dummies books on BlackBerry devices.
Synopsis
The BlackBerry is such a valuable tool, even the President is using one! Whether you’ve just bought your first BlackBerry or you want to get up to speed on the new models,
BlackBerry For Dummies, 3rd Edition shows you how to use every fantastic feature.
Packed with information to help you make the most of this amazing device, BlackBerry For Dummies explains how to send and receive e-mail and instant messages, surf the Web, take photos, make phone calls, play music, and organize your life, right from the palm of your hand. Find out how to:
- Get up to speed on the latest features of your BlackBerry, including Storm, Curve, Bold, Pearl Flip, and Javelin models
- Navigate the display screen and use the trackball, your BlackBerry’s keyboard, and shortcuts
- Manage your appointments, keep your calendar, and handle your to-do list
- Use e-mail, SMS text messaging, and instant messaging, and even receive faxes
- Take photos, record video, and sync your BlackBerry with iTunes
- Back up your BlackBerry, arrange automated backups, maintain your battery, and protect your information with secure passwords
- Use your BlackBerry GPS
- Learn about the BlackBerry browser and bookmark and organize your favorite Web sites
- Add cool lifestyle applications and enjoy games on your BlackBerry
The more you know about your BlackBerry, the more you’ll decide it’s indispensable. BlackBerry For Dummies, 3rd Edition tells you everything you need to know, the fun and easy way!
Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.
Synopsis
BlackBerry for Dummies
Learn to:
Use all the features of your BlackBerry model, including Bold, Pearl Flip, Storm, and Curve 8900
Manage meetings, appointments, and tasks on the go
Surf the Web, handle e-mail, and take pictures
Take advantage of handy, free applications
3rd Edition
Robert Kao
Dante Sarigumba
Coauthors of BlackBerry Storm For Dummies
About the Author
Robert Kao has created numerous applications on the BlackBerry platform and founded a mobile startup.
Dante Sarigumba has written several BlackBerry applications and is the cohost of a regular podcast, Mobile Computing Authority. They are the coauthors of the previous editions of BlackBerry For Dummies.
Table of Contents
Introduction.
Part I: Meet and Greet Your BlackBerry.
Chapter 1: Your BlackBerry Isn’t a Fruit.
Chapter 2: Navigating the BlackBerry.
Chapter 3: Turning On Your BlackBerry — And Keeping It Happy.
Part II: Getting Organized and Productive with Your BlackBerry.
Chapter 4: Keeping Track of Your Acquaintances.
Chapter 5: Don’t Miss Your Appointment.
Chapter 6: Your To-Do List and Keeping Your Password.
Part III: Getting Multimedia and Online with Your BlackBerry.
Chapter 7: You’ve Got (Lots of) E-Mail.
Chapter 8: Too Cool for E-Mail.
Chapter 9: Surfi ng the Internet Wave.
Chapter 10: Calling Your Favorite Person.
Chapter 11: Taking Pictures and Recording Video with Your BlackBerry.
Chapter 12: Getting Entertained with Your BlackBerry.
Chapter 13: Getting Around with Your BlackBerry GPS.
Chapter 14: Lifestyle Applications.
Part IV: Working with BlackBerry Desktop Manager.
Chapter 15: Syncing the Synchronize Way.
Chapter 16: Switching Devices.
Chapter 17: Unite! Your BlackBerry.
Chapter 18: Protecting Your Information.
Chapter 19: Installing and Managing Third-Party Applications.
Part V: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 20: Ten Great BlackBerry Accessories.
Chapter 21: Ten Must-Have BlackBerry Programs.
Chapter 22: Ten Fun Games on Your BlackBerry.
Chapter 23: Ten Web Site Categories for BlackBerry Browsing.
Index.