My Motorola Xoom

Friendly, quick, and 100% practical, My Motorola Xoom is the must-have companion for every Motorola Xoom user. This book walks new users through every task you'll want to perform, covering Xoom's advanced hardware, its breakthrough Android 3.0 (Honeycomb) operating system, and all the Google services it provides. Every task is presented step by step, using carefully annotated, full-color screenshots, all numbered so you never get lost or confused. You are never forced to wade through paragraphs of theory to get usable help, or sift through beginner-level topics to find practical answers. Coverage includes:

Navigating Xoom's new user interface
Customizing features and settings for greater efficiency
Downloading, running, and upgrading apps
Using Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Maps, and other Google services
Browsing the web with Google Chrome
Reading eBooks, listening to music, and viewing photos and video
Playing games that make the most of Xoom's hardware
Adding accessories to the Xoom
Discovering workarounds for Xoom's limitations, and much more Throughout, the book is packed with helpful tips, tidbits, and quick solutions. Everything's clearly organized to help you get up and running in no time -- and keep their Motorola Xoom tablets working just the way you want

List of contents

1  Getting Started     3
  Xoom Shell     3
  Power/Lock Button     4
  Volume Controls     5
  Ports     5
  Cameras     6
Xoom's User Interface Buttons     6
  Google Search Bar     7
  Voice Actions Button     8
  Apps Icon     8
  Home Screen Customization Button     9
  Back/Home/Recent Apps Button Collection     9
  Current Time     10
  Notification Alerts     11
Xoom Home Screens     11
Xoom Gestures     12
  Tapping     12
  Dragging     12
  Swiping     12
  Pinching     13
  Twisting     13
Xoom Settings     14
  Wireless & Networks     14
  Sound     15
  Screen     15
  Location & Security     15
  Applications     15
  Accounts & Sync     15
  Privacy     16
  Storage     16
  Language & Input     16
  Accessibility     16
  Date & Time      16
  About Tablet     16
2  Configuring Your Xoom     19
Adding an App to a Home Screen     20
Moving an App to a New Location     21
Removing an App from a Home Screen     22
Changing Your Home Screen Wallpaper     23
Adding a Widget to a Home Screen     26
Jumping to a Home Screen Without Swiping     27
Setting the Date and Time     28
Using Lock Screen for Security     30
Changing Screen Timeout     32
Performing a Google Search     34
Experimenting with Additional Settings     36
3  Get Connected     39
Turning on Wi-Fi Service     40
Joining a Wi-Fi Network     41
Joining a Hidden Wi-Fi Network     42
Activating Airplane Mode     44
Turning on Bluetooth Service     45
Configuring Bluetooth Service     46
Creating a Hotspot (Tethering)     48
Joining a VPN     49
Synchronizing Data     51
Connecting to a Windows Laptop or Computer     53
4  Browsing the Web     57
Visiting a Web Page     58
Setting Your Homepage     60
Creating a Bookmark     62
Viewing Your Bookmarks     64
Visiting a Website in a New Tab     66
Sharing a Website     67
Using Favorites Homepage     68
Selecting a Default Search Engine     69
Using AutoFill Information     71
5  Using Email     75
Creating a Gmail Account     76
Accessing the Gmail App     79
Sending a Message with Gmail     81
Adding a Gmail Signature     82
Other Gmail Options     83
Using the Full-Featured Browser Version of Gmail     85
Configuring the Email App     86
6  Photos and Video     89
Taking a Digital Photo     89
Adjusting Camera Settings     93
Shooting a Digital Video     96
Adjusting Video Settings     98
Using Gallery to View Photos and Video     100
Sharing a Digital Photo or Video via Gmail     101
Posting a Digital Photo or Video with Flickr     102
Posting a Digital Video to YouTube     105
7  The Android Market     109
Exploring the Android Market     110
Examining an App's Information Page     111
Downloading a Free App     113
Downloading a Fee-Based App     115
Updating an App     118
Uninstalling an App     119
Checking App Storage Use     121
Resetting an App     123
Downloading Non-Android Market Apps     125
8  GPS and Navigation     129
Using Navigation     130
Seeing Where You Are     131
Speaking Your Destination     133
Typing Your Destination     137
Checking Traffic Conditions     139
Finding Food, Gas, and an ATM     141
Avoiding Tollbooths and Highways     143
9  Reading an eBook     145
Installing Kindle     145
Registering with Amazon.com     148
Downloading a Free eBook     150
Purchasing an eBook     153
Reading an eBook     154
Adding Bookmarks and Notes     159
Google Books     161
10  Music, Music, Music     165
Importing Your Music     165
Purchasing Music     168
Listening to Your Music     172
Installing Pandora     175
Using Pandora     179
11  Webcam, Text, and Phone Chats     181
Using Google Talk     181
Using the Webcam for Video Chat     184
Instant Message with a Friend     187
Making a Phone Call with Skype     190
12  Google Galore     199
Using iGoogle as Your Homepage     200
Creating a Free Website     203
Finding the Lowest Price     206
Creating a Family Calendar     209
Email Alerts for Topics of Interest     212
Using Google Reader     214
13  Games, Games, Games     219
Don't Get Angry     219
Slicing Some Fruit     223
Old School Arcade     226
How's Your Balance?     230
14  Be Productive     235
Files on the Go     236
Personal To Do List     240
Keeping the Family Organized     243
Password/Account Management     249
15  From the Big Screen to the Small Screen     257
Introducing…MoboPlayer     257
Loading Movies     262
Using YouTube     265
16  Apps, Apps, and More Apps     271
Vendetta     272
Mint.com     274
AllRecipes.com Dinner Spinner     278
Google Sky Map     281
ESPN ScoreCenter     283
Seek Droid     285
16  Accessories Make Life Easier     289
Case Protection     289
Charging Stations     291
External Keyboard     292
Car Charger     293
USB Port     293
Index     295

About the author

&>James Floyd Kelly is the author of Sams Teach Yourself Galaxy Tab in 10 Minutes, and a writer and blogger from Atlanta, Georgia. He has a B.A. in English (University of West Florida) and B.S. in Industrial Engineering (Florida State University). He has worked in technology for more than 15 years, including work as a technical trainer, network systems administrator, and technology outsourcing consultant.
 
Jim has written books and articles on numerous other subjects, including building a CNC machine, programming and building robots, using open source software, video editing with Movie Maker Live, and building an Ubuntu Linux PC.
 
Jim is the editor-in-chief of the most popular LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT robotics blog, The NXT Step (www.thenxtstep.com), and he provides robot building and programming training and coaching to local teachers and students.

Summary

My Motorola Xoom™
 
Complete Walkthroughs
with callouts to Xoom photos that
show you exactly what to do
Tips and Advice
when you run into Xoom problems
or limitations
Dozens of App Recommendations
to help you get the most from
your Xoom
 
 
Full-color, step-by-step tasks walk you through getting and keeping
your Xoom working just the way you want. Learn how to:
            •           Connect your Xoom to a WiFi network
            •           Check email accounts and browse the web
            •           Read eBooks and listen to music
            •           Take photos and shoot video with the built-in cameras
            •           Play some fun and addictive games
            •           Never get lost with built-in GPS navigation and maps
            •           Stay in touch with webchat and Instant Messaging
            •           Turn your Xoom into a great personal assistant
            •           Put dozens of Google's free services to work
            •           Use accessories to extend your Xoom's capabilities

Product details

• Authors: James F. Kelly, James Floyd Kelly
• Publisher: Que
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.08.2011
• EAN: 9780789748263
• ISBN: 978-0-7897-4826-3
• No. of pages: 320
• Dimensions: 155 mm x 226 mm x 15 mm
• Weight: 508 g
• Series: Que; Que
• Subject: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > IT, data processing > General, dictionaries