iPhone For Seniors For Dummies

by Dwight Spivey

Overview

Learn your way around iOS 16 and the latest iPhone models

iPhone For Seniors For Dummies is the perfect guide for seniors who want to use the iPhone to make calls, send and receive text messages, check e-mail, and FaceTime with loved ones. With its larger font size, crystal-clear figures and drawings, and content on senior-friendly apps of all kinds, this book is accessible and tailored specifically to fit the needs of the 50+ crew. The possibilities of your smart phone are nearly endless, and, with the help of Dummies, you’ll discovery just how much this pocket-sized computer can do. Set up your new phone, take great photos and videos, secure your data, and stay safe online.

• Update your iPhone and navigate iOS 16
• Customize your phone and find exciting new apps
• Snap memorable photos and record videos you'll treasure
• Connect on social media and make video calls

This is an excellent Dummies guide for older iPhone users who need to understand the basics of the apps and functions they’ll use every day.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781394218875
Publisher:	Wiley
Publication date:	10/20/2023
Sold by:	JOHN WILEY & SONS
Format:	eBook
Pages:	464
Sales rank:	571,936
File size:	48 MB
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About the Author

Dwight Spivey has been an expert on all things Apple for 20+ years. He’s the author of many technology books, including the most recent edition of iPad^® For Seniors For Dummies. Dwight is also the Director of Educational Technology at Spring Hill College in Mobile, AL.

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

Part 1: Getting to Know Your iPhone 5

Chapter 1: Buying Your iPhone 7

Chapter 2: Exploring the Home Screen 21

Chapter 3: Getting Going 45

Chapter 4: Beyond the Basics 61

Chapter 5: Managing and Monitoring iPhone Usage 75

Part 2: Using Your iPhone 91

Chapter 6: Making and Receiving Calls 93

Chapter 7: Organizing Contacts 111

Chapter 8: Communicating with FaceTime and Messages 129

Chapter 9: Using Handy Utilities 151

Chapter 10: Making Your iPhone More Accessible 167

Chapter 11: Conversing with Siri 195

Part 3: Exploring the Internet and Apps 209

Chapter 12: Browsing with Safari 211

Chapter 13: Working with Email in the Mail App 229

Chapter 14: Expanding Your iPhone Horizons with Apps 253

Chapter 15: Socializing with Facebook, X (Twitter), and Instagram 273

Part 4: Enjoying Media 281

Chapter 16: Shopping the iTunes Store 283

Chapter 17: Reading Books 291

Chapter 18: Enjoying Music and Podcasts 303

Chapter 19: Taking and Sharing Photos 323

Chapter 20: Creating and Watching Videos 339

Chapter 21: Navigating with Maps 353

Part 5: Living with Your iPhone 369

Chapter 22: Keeping on Schedule with Calendar and Clock 371

Chapter 23: Working with Reminders and Notifications 389

Chapter 24: Keeping Tabs on Your Health 409

Chapter 25: Troubleshooting and Maintaining Your iPhone 423

Index 435