| Title | : | iPhone: The Missing Manual |
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| ISBN | : | 0596513747 |
| ISBN-10 | : | 9780596513740 |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 304 |
| Publication | : | First published January 1, 2007 |
iPhone: The Missing Manual Reviews
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iPhone the Missing Manual is an in-depth instruction manual that will help many learn how to use their iPhone.
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Review of the 5th Edition: As usual, I learned a bunch of usrful tips from this book, even though I've been using iOS 5 for months. I really recommend that all iOS 5 and iPhone 4 and 4s users check this out, no matter how handy you are or how good at exploring the options of the phone on your own, you're sure to have missed a few of the most useful tricks. And it would be a great gift for a friend who isn't quite as good at trying everything on her or his own as well.
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Lots of useful information but if anybody associated with production of the book is listening, please pay attention to page numbers in indices. In the edition I read probably a quarter of them were wrong. This is a problem in a reference book.
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Having just upgraded to an iphone 6, I was looking forward to learning the differences from my iphone 5 as well as picking up little tips along the way. The book is very comprehensive, covering nearly every aspect of iphone usage. As well, a great clickable index in the back and comprehensive troubleshooting section provide a one-stop reference for iphone ownership. The tone is friendly but my one complaint is that the graphic layout is cramped, overly busy, and could really use a more inspired professional hand. But copious amounts of photographs and diagrams go a long way to making the print easier to digest.
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The book breaks down as follows: Part 1 covers phone calling: dialing, answering voice control, voice mail, conference calling, texts, Facetime, Siri, etc. Part 2 covers the built in software: music, podcasts, movies, tv shows, photos, videos, etc. Apps are also extensively covered. Part 3 covers the iphone and the internet: email, web browsing, tethering, etc. Part 4 describes Apple services beyond the phone: itunes, syncing calendars, etc. Part 5 contains an appendix that walks you through the set up process and then a second appendix that covers troubleshooting, maintenance, and battery information.
Because the book is so thorough, it makes the perfect companion purchase when buying an iphone 6 (which doesn't come with a manual). Even for those who have an iphone 5 or newer, this is a great reference to find all the new features and hidden treasures of the iphone 6 and iOS 9. And although 550+ pages sound a lot, most of the book is filled with photographs helping all the text make sense. This book can be covered in under two hours, much less with skimming. As such, it is suitable for those looking for better usage or those purchasing their first iphone. Reviewed from an advance reader copy provided by the publisher.
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I love the Missing Manual series. I have several copies and always buy the new edition when a new iPhone comes out and the OS is updated. It doesn't matter if you already have an iPhone, are new to the OS or are wondering what the fuss is about or considering a switch. David Pogue writes with wit, these books are very funny, something you don't see in many computer manuals. They are also, full color, easy to read and understand and packed with tips, tricks and insider info and explanations. Mr. Rogue was the New York Times Tech columnist for years until Yahoo stole him away. He's also a Nova host, former CBS news correspondent and a natural comedian. He started the Missing Manual series to provide excellent guides with a dose of fun and humor. The tagline is "The book that should have been in the box." That is so true. If you want to know how to master the device, this book is it. Skip the sample, just buy the book you won't be disappointed. Even long time iOS veterans like me will always find things you didn't know and news you can use. The high standards are maintained in this edition. A must have guide. -
The Missing Manual books are always my first choice for learning about new programs and devices.
I have been an iPhone owner since the first model. I read blogs all the time about technology. Still, I picked up quite a few tips about my iPhone 5S and iOS 7 as I went through this manual. If you have an iPhone 5, 5C, or 5S but are barely utilizing its features, I can highly recommend this book to you. -
You probably could learn everything about your iPhone on your own, but it would take a while. Progue's manual is pretty thorough and easy to skim through. I found most of what I wanted to know was highlighted in easy to find yellow text boxes ie create free ringtones, find applications, full keyboard, dowloading contacts, synching etc.
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This is an excellent book if you're an iPhone newbie. There are also some great tips and tricks if you're an iPhone veteran! With the new iPhone OS 3.0+ and iPhone 3Gs phones, there are hidden treasures everywhere. There are 17 chapters full of great information and screenshots. I highly recommend this book if you want to learn more about the iPhone.
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In general, I think this is an easy to read, very basic book on the iPhone. If you're totally clueless about how to use your new iPhone, it could be a lot of help.
I picked up one great tip (how to type punctuation with only one touch); other than that, I already had a good handle on the rest of the information. -
This is a nice reference book. Granted, if you have played with your phone at all, some of this is pretty basic. What I like, however, is that not only is it informative, but it's written in a fun way to read with a bit of humor sprinkled in. Even for the techno-junkies out there you can probably find out how to do something in a way you haven't discovered yet.
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I have an iPad so I'm not unfamiliar with the device. But getting my first iPhone, there was a lot I didn't know. I also got useful tips like how to get a scientific calculator to come up (flip phone 90 degrees). I also learned about pressing hard to get different options, about settings and more. Good read and fast way to get up to speed.
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Just learned an iPhone typing tip from the someone who has read this book. If you want to put a comma in, press and hold the 123 button and drag to the comma (or any character on that side) and when you release, it takes you back to the letters keyboard!
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I picked up a few tricks from the book, but its target group seems to be mostly people with no experience with smartphones. Therefore I found the book quite bloated at some places, with less substance that I would have liked to see.
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The best tech-type manual I have ever read. Easy to understand. Presents useful information an easy to understand, but not simplified manner. The author should be hired by the IRS to write their instructions.
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More for newbies - I knew almost all of these "tricks" just from using the device.
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Great starter book for any iPhone user
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It's a tech manual...Pogue's a good writer and it covers everything from the very basic, to the detailed.
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Great book!
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Eeeehh. Not wonderful, but okay. Nothing new. Nothing one couldn't figure out. It's a fine starter book. Explains the basic. If you had smartphones before, this will not curl your toes
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Helpful and written by someone with a sense of humor.
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Great book of tips, especially for those of us who don't have time to figure out the quirks and possibilities serendipitously. ;-)
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This book has been valuable to me in understanding how the iPhone actually works and in identifying really useful shortcuts. David Pogue is much better than other authors of how to books.
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its ok
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Useful and thoughtfully put together.
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Great book even if you have previously owned an iPhone or three. Written in a very humorous tone, wish all tech manuals were this entertaining.
