BlackBerry^® For Dummies^®, 3rd Edition

by Robert Kao; Dante Sarigumba

• ISBN13: 9780470457627
• ISBN10: 0470457627
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-04-01
• Publisher: For Dummies

Summary

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: 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 BlackBerryThe 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!

Author Biography

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

Meet and Greet Your BlackBerry

Your BlackBerry Isn't a Fruit

Navigating the BlackBerry

Turning On Your BlackBerry ù and Keeping It Happy

Getting Organized and Productive with Your BlackBerry

Keeping Track of Your Acquaintances

Don't Miss Your Appointment

Your To-Do List and Keeping Your Password

Getting Multimedia and Online with Your BlackBerry

You've Got (Lots of) E-Mail

Too Cool for E-Mail

Surfi ng the Internet Wave

Calling Your Favorite Person

Taking Pictures and Recording Video with Your BlackBerry

Getting Entertained with Your BlackBerry

Getting Around with Your BlackBerry GPS

Lifestyle Applications

Working with BlackBerry Desktop Manager

Syncing the Synchronize Way

Switching Devices

Unite! Your BlackBerry

Protecting Your Information

Installing and Managing Third-Party Applications

The Part of Tens

Ten Great BlackBerry Accessories

Ten Must-Have BlackBerry Programs

Ten Fun Games on Your BlackBerry

Ten Web Site Categories for BlackBerry Browsing

Index

Table of Contents provided by Publisher. All Rights Reserved.