BlackBerry PlayBook For Dummies - Softcover

Sandler, Corey

Softcover

ISBN 10: 111801698X ISBN 13: 9781118016985

Publisher: For Dummies, 2011

Synopsis

Use your BlackBerry PlayBook for work and for play—this book shows you how

For all you business road warriors who don't go anywhere without your BlackBerrys, the road just got a little more comfortable. The BlackBerry PlayBook is a tablet is your go-to-gadget for working on the go. Learn how to take full advantage of this powerful newcomer to the tablet market with this full-color For Dummies guide.

You'll discover how to use your PlayBook to connect to corporate systems, manage your finances, keep track of your travel and other schedules—even how to use the PlayBook as an e-reader or portable entertainment center. Take full advantage of its web browser, media players, two cameras, third-party apps, and more, with this practical, four-color guide.

• Helps you get up to speed on the BlackBerry PlayBook device
• Translates techno-babble into clear and simple language, explaining how to use your BlackBerry PlayBook to access the Internet, your own office's intranets, and more
• Explains techniques, features, and technology to newcomers who are new to tablet devices, as well as to seasoned users who seek information about the new QNX operating system, software options, and new apps Covers how to set up the PlayBook and customize it for your personal needs
• Explores how to locate and download apps and programs, manage finances, oversee travel and other schedules, use your new PlayBook as an e-reader, multimedia device, and more

Baffled by your BlackBerry PlayBook? Become a PlayBook power user in no time with BlackBerry PlayBook For Dummies.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Work smarter and play harder — learn to call all the shots with your BlackBerry PlayBook!

Learn to make the most of your BlackBerry PlayBook, the first tablet designed for business and personal productivity! Here's how to browse the Web wirelessly, create and edit Word and Excel documents, put together a PowerPoint presentation, listen to podcasts and your favorite tunes, shoot videos, read a book, manage your e-mail, and more — all from one professional device.

• Forever connected — learn to use the PlayBook's full-featured, security-conscious browser, e-mail applications, and desktop manager

• Get to work — explore Documents To Go, how to work with Office-compatible files, and utilities that help you get things done

• Play time — turn your PlayBook into an entertainment center with music, podcasts, pictures, e-books, videos, and awesome games

• Make it yours — customize your PlayBook with your choice of apps

• Prepare for the future — update and upgrade your PlayBook with both BlackBerry OS and Android apps

Open the book and find:

• How to use BlackBerry Bridge

• Different ways to connect your PlayBook to the Internet

• How to use your PlayBook to make video conference calls

• Care and maintenance advice

• PlayBook utilities you will love

• How to use the PlayBook as a still or video camera

• Where to get the best apps

• Great hints, tips, and shortcuts

Learn to:

• Manage your e-mail, calendar, and travel schedules from anywhere

• Use your PlayBook as an e-reader, presentation screen, or video conference tool

• Maximize PlayBook's multimedia and gaming features

IN FULL COLOR!

About the Author:

Corey Sandler is a pioneer of personal computer journalism. He was the original executive editor of PC Magazine, and he has written more than 160 books about PCs, computer software, BlackBerry devices, business and finance, and other topics. Corey's bestsellers include Brilliant BlackBerry Apps For Dummies and both editions of Laptops All-in-One For Dummies.

About this edition

• Publisher: For Dummies
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 111801698X
• ISBN 13: 9781118016985
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 352