NFC For Dummies
NFC For Dummies

Author: Robert R. Sabella

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2016-04-11

Total Pages: 288

ISBN-13: 1119182921

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Your no-nonsense guide to Near Field Communication Are you a newcomer to Near Field Communication and baffled by the scant documentation and online support available for this powerful new technology? You've come to the right place! Written in a friendly and easily accessible manner, NFC For Dummies takes the intimidation out of working with the features of NFC-enabled devices and tells you exactly what it is and what it does—and doesn't do. NFC is revolutionizing the way people interact on a daily basis. It enables big data and cloud-based computing through mobile devices and can be used by anyone with a smartphone or tablet every day! Soon to be as commonplace as using Wi-Fi or the camera on your smartphone, NFC is going to forever change the way we interact with people and the things around us. It simplifies the sending and receiving of information, makes monetary transactions simple and secure—Apple Pay already uses NFC—and is a low-cost product to manufacture and use. As more developers create apps with NFC, you're going to see it used regularly—everywhere from cash registers to your social media accounts to electronic identity systems. Don't get left behind; get up to speed on NFC today! Provides a plain-English overview of NFC Covers the history and technology behind NFC Helps you make sense of IoT and powered chips Explains proximity technologies and non-payment applications Whether you're a developer, investor, or a mobile phone user who is excited about the capabilities of this rapidly growing technology, NFC For Dummies is the reference you'll want to keep close at hand!

Android For Dummies
Android For Dummies

Author: Dan Gookin

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2020-08-06

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 1119711363

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Set up, configure, and get connected Shoot and share photos and videos Use social media, text, and email to stay in touch Make the most of your Android gizmo Be honest—isn't "gizmo" a friendlier word than "device"? This book will tell you pretty much everything you need to know about your Android smartphone or tablet in an equally friendly manner, because that's the best way to learn how to get the most from your Android. From buying, unpacking, and setting up your gizmo to managing calls and email, posting to social media, navigating with Maps, and creating a photo slideshow, it's like having a good friend show you the basics and explain how to take advantage of all the cool stuff. Inside... All about Android 10 Updated security features Customizing your Android Creating multimedia messages Apps to help you get social The Bluetooth connection Exploring Google Play Essential troubleshooting tips

Android Tablets For Dummies
Android Tablets For Dummies

Author: Dan Gookin

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2015-08-03

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13: 1119126029

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No matter which Android tablet tickles your fancy, this hands-on, friendly guide takes the intimidation out of the technology and arms you with the confidence and know-how to make the most of your new device. --

Android Phones For Dummies
Android Phones For Dummies

Author: Dan Gookin

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2014-03-31

Total Pages: 384

ISBN-13: 1118720296

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A colorful guide to make your Android phone do your bidding The popularity of Android phones is simply exploding, so it's a perfect time for popular For Dummies author Dan Gookin to update his bestselling guide to all things Android phones. From setup and configuration to taking advantage of the latest amazing Android features, this practical resource is designed to make new Android users comfortable and to help veterans get the most out of their Android phone. Covering features that are common to the most popular Android phones, this book walks you through the basics of making calls, using the touchscreen, sending e-mails and texts, browsing the Internet, using the camera, staying in touch with social media, and so much more. Includes the Android essentials such as texting, e-mailing, accessing the Internet, using maps, taking photos, recording video, synching with a PC, troubleshooting, and more Shows how to expand your phone’s potential with the latest apps, music, movies, e-books, TV shows, and games available from Google Play Covers Android smartphones from leading manufactures including HTC, Samsung, Motorola, Nokia, and LG to name a few Android Phones For Dummies, 2nd Edition is your one-stop guide to getting things done and learning the ins and outs of your Android smartphone.

Android Phones and Tablets For Dummies
Android Phones and Tablets For Dummies

Author: Dan Gookin

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2017-12-07

Total Pages: 387

ISBN-13: 1119453925

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Outsmart your new Android Getting a smartphone or tablet can be intimidating for anyone, but this user-friendly guide is here to help you to get the most out of all your new gadget has to offer! Whether you’re upgrading from an older model or totally new to the awesome world of Androids, this book makes it easier than ever to get up and running with the latest technology. From setup and configuration to taking advantage of all those intricate bells and whistles, Android Phones & Tablets For Dummies helps you unleash everything your Android can do for you. If you’re looking to use your phone or tablet for texting, emailing, accessing the Internet, or anything in between, you’ll want to keep this go-to reference close by every step of the way. • Make sense of the phone features • Find your way around with navigation • Capture moments on the camera • Seamlessly sync with a PC or Mac Who needs a headache when dealing with a new device? This book makes it totally pain free!

Android Smartphones For Dummies
Android Smartphones For Dummies

Author: Jerome DiMarzio

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2022-10-24

Total Pages: 295

ISBN-13: 1119900395

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Become smartphone savvy with Dummies Android Smartphones For Dummies is the all-new guide to Android phones with the familiar Dummies charm everyone loves. This book will give Android rookies a crash-course in how to use these popular phones. You’ll go beyond the basics of texting and taking photos—we’ll walk you through all the pro tips and tricks for customizing your phone, optimizing all your settings, using social media (safely), and making the most of apps and widgets. We’ll even teach you how to make calls, because phones can still do that. Set up and customize your new Android phone Take stunning pictures, video, and even selfies Find the best apps to make your life easier and more fun Keep your data secure and private while you browse the internet New and inexperienced Android users will love the helpful, step-by-step guidance and friendly advice in Android Smartphones For Dummies.

Android Tablet Application Development For Dummies
Android Tablet Application Development For Dummies

Author: Donn Felker

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2011-11-11

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 1118182979

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Get up to speed on the hottest opportunity in the application development arena App development for tablets is a booming business. Android tablets, including the popular Motorola Xoom, are gaining market share at breakneck speed, and this book can have even novice programmers creating great Android apps specifically for tablets quickly and easily. A little Java knowledge is helpful but not essential to get started creating apps. Android expert Donn Felker helps you get the Android environment up and running, use XML to create application menus, create an icon for your app, and submit your app to the Android Market. You'll also learn to create an SQLite database to run behind your app and how to allow users to tailor your app to their needs. Tablet application development is booming, and Android tablets, including the Samsung Galaxy Tab and Motorola Xoom, are rapidly gaining market share This easy-to-follow guide helps new and veteran programmers set up the Android tablet environment, work with Google's notification system, and design apps that take advantage of larger tablet screens Covers using XML to create application menus, creating an icon for your app, and submitting your app to the Android Market Demonstrates notifications, how to create an SQLite database to run behind an application, and how to set up your app so users can choose options that tailor the app to their individual needs If you want to break into the growing Android tablet application development market, look no further than Android Tablet Application Development For Dummies!

Android Game Programming For Dummies
Android Game Programming For Dummies

Author: Derek James

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2012-11-30

Total Pages: 401

ISBN-13: 1118235991

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Learn how to create great games for Android phones Android phones are rapidly gaining market share, nudging the iPhone out of the top spot. Games are the most frequently downloaded apps in the Android market, and users are willing to pay for them. Game programming can be challenging, but this step-by-step guide explains the process in easily understood terms. A companion Web site offers all the programming examples for download. Presents tricky game programming topics--animation, battery conservation, touch screen input, and adaptive interface issues--in the straightforward, easy-to-follow For Dummies fashion Explains how to avoid pitfalls and create fun games based on best programming practices for mobile devices A companion web site includes all programming examples If you have some programming knowledge, Android Game Programming For Dummies will have you creating cool games for the Android platform quickly and easily.

Android Smartphones For Seniors For Dummies
Android Smartphones For Seniors For Dummies

Author: Marsha Collier

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2021-10-25

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13: 1119828503

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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.

Android 3 SDK Programming For Dummies
Android 3 SDK Programming For Dummies

Author: Rajiv Ramnath

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2011-09-23

Total Pages: 515

ISBN-13: 1118146360

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Get quickly up to speed with the latest Android SDK Aimed at object oriented programmers, this straightforward-but-fun book serves as the most efficient way to understand Android, update an existing Android application, port a mobile application from another environment, or simply learn the ins and outs of the latest Android SDK. Packed with all the code and modules featured throughout, this guide also includes tutorials, tests, and project ideas. The authors forego the unnecessary repetition of material you already know and instead cut straight to the essentials such as interacting with hardware, getting familiar with the operating system, and networking. You'll walk through the process of designing, building, running, and debugging the application while you also learn Android best practices. Demonstrates a wide variety of Android features, including user interface design, application management, data and content management, and incorporating external services Organizes the many packages of the Android SDK by functionality and details which standards and features are appropriate for each level of the Android SDK Explains the new features of the latest Android SDK with examples and snippets that demonstrate how to effectively incorporate the features into new or existing applications Features all programming examples, including the sample application, on the companion web site Android 3 SDK Programming For Dummies is written in clear, plain English to help you quickly understand and program the latest Android SDK.