Johnston Craig James: My Samsung Galaxy Nexus

Full-color, step-by-step tasks walk you through getting and keeping your Samsung Galaxy Nexus or other smartphone running Android 4 (Ice Cream Sandwich) working just the way you want. Step-by-step instructions with callouts to Samsung Galaxy Nexus photos that show you exactly what to do Help when you run into problems or limitations with your Samsung Galaxy Nexus Ti ps and Notes to help you get the most from your Samsung Galaxy Nexus Learn how to . Quickly set up Google services, voicemail, Gmail, Wi-Fi, and high-speed data connections . Use hidden time-saving shortcuts you won't find anywhere else . Import, create, sync, organize, and manage all your contacts . Easily manage email, appointments, events, and reminders from all your accounts and services . Find web content fast with the powerful Galaxy Nexus web browser . Use Google Phone to save money, manage voicemail, and even automatically transcribe your messages . Instantly connect with friends on Facebook, Google+, and other social media services . Access and listen to all your music, wherever you go . Shoot and share stunningly sharp photos and HD video . Make the most of your Galaxy Nexus (or Android 4 smartphone) at work . Discover, download, and install today's hottest new Android apps--including many great free apps . Keep your Galaxy Nexus (or Android 4 smartphone) up-to-date, reliable, and secure . Avoid expensive, unnecessary roaming charges

Prologue: Getting to Know Your Galaxy Nexus 3 The Galaxy Nexus External Features 3 Front 4 Back 6 Left Side 7 Right Side 8 First-Time Setup 9 Fundamentals of Android 4 12 The Unlock Screen 13 The Home Screen(s) 14 The System Bar 18 Using Your Touchscreen 19 Using Your Keyboard 20 Editing Text 25 Menus 26 Switching Between Apps 27 Installing Synchronization Software 28 Installing Android File Transfer (Apple Mac OSX) 28 Installing Google Music Manager (Apple Mac) 29 Installing Google Music Manager (Windows) 31 Configuring Music Manager (Windows and Apple Mac) 32 Chapter 1 People (Contacts) 37 Adding Accounts 38 Adding a Work Email Account 39 Navigating People 43 Checking a Contact's Status 45 Editing a Contact 46 Adding a Contact Photo 47 Adding and Managing Contacts 50 Adding Contacts from an Email 50 Adding a Contact Manually 51 Adding a Contact from a VCard 52 Adding a Contact Using Near Field Communications 53 People Settings 54 Creating Contact Groups 55 Editing Contact Groups 56 Choosing Contacts To Display 57 Joining and Separating Contacts 58 Adding a Contact to Your Home Screen 61 Chapter 2 Using the Phone and Google Voice 65 Getting to Know the Phone Application 65 Call Log 68 Contacts 68 Phone Settings 69 Fixed Dialing Numbers (GSM only) 71 Quick Responses 72 Call Forwarding 73 Internet Calling (SIP) 74 Receiving a Call 76 Handling Missed Calls 76 Placing a Call 77 Dialing from a Contact Entry 77 Dialing Using Your Voice (Voice Dialer) 78 Dialing Using Your Voice (Google Voice Search) 79 Options While on a Call 80 Conference Calling 81 Dial from a Web Page or Other App 83 Sound Settings 83 Google Voice 84 Setting Up Google Voice 85 Upgrading Google Voice 88 Playing Back and Managing Google Voicemails 90 Google Voice Settings 91 Chapter 3 Audio, Video, and Books 95 The Music Application 95 Updating the Music Application 96 Finding Music 98 Purchasing Music 99 Adding Your Existing Music to Google Music 101 Using the Music Application 103 Controlling Playback 105 Managing Playlists 109 Creating a New Playlist on Your Galaxy Nexus 109 Adding a Song to an Existing Playlist 110 Rearranging Songs in a Playlist 111 Delete or Rename a Playlist 111 Listening to Music with No Wireless Coverage 112 Changing Google Music Settings 113 Playing and Sharing Videos 116 Sharing Videos 117 Deleting Videos 118 Gallery App Settings 119 Recording Videos with the Camera Application 119 Recording Video 120 Changing Video Settings 121 Video Effects 123 YouTube 124 YouTube Main Screen 124 Browsing for a Video 125 Playing a Video 126 Record a Video and Upload It 127 Upload a Video 128 Changing YouTube Settings 129 Chapter 4 Connecting to Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and VPNs 133 Connecting to Bluetooth Devices 133 Pairing with a New Bluetooth Device 134 Changing Bluetooth Settings 136 Changing Bluetooth Device Options 137 Wi-Fi 138 Connecting to Wi-Fi 138 Wi-Fi Network Options 141 Advanced Wi-Fi Options 142 Cellular Networks (GSM Version) 143 Changing Mobile Settings 144 Cellular Networks (CDMA Version) 146 Virtual Private Networks (VPN) 147 Adding a VPN 148 Connecting to a VPN 150 Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot 152 Starting Your Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot 152 Bluetooth Tethering 154 Near Field Communications (NFC) 155 Enabling NFC 156 Using NFC 157 Chapter 5 Emailing 159 Gmail 159 Adding a Google Account 160 Navigating the Gmail App 162 Composing Gmail Email 163 Reading Gmail Email 165 Gmail Settings 167 Managing Gmail Labels 171 Email Application 172 Adding a New POP3 or IMAP Account 173 Working with the Email App 176 Navigating the Email Application 176 Composing Email 177 Reading Email 179 Email App Settings 180 Chapter 6 Browsing the Web 187 Navigating with Browser 187 Web Page Options 189 Browser Tricks 190 Managing Bookmarks, Saved Pages, and History 191 Bookmarks 192 Browsing History 195 Saved Pages 196 Managing Multiple Tabs 196 Customizing Browser Settings 198 Chapter 7 Text and Multimedia Messaging 207 Messaging Application 207 Managing Settings 208 Composing Messages 211 Attaching Files to Messages 213 Receiving Messages 215 Managing Messages on Your SIM Card 216 Chapter 8 Working with Date, Time, and Calendar 219 Setting the Date and Time 219 Clock Application 221 Navigating the Clock Application 221 Managing Alarms 223 Adding or Editing an Alarm 223 Clock Settings 224 Using the Calendar Application 225 The Calendar Main Screen 226 Choosing Which Calendars to View 227 Calendar Settings 228 Adding a New Event 230 Responding to a Gmail Event Invitation 233 Responding to a Corporate Event Invitation 235 Chapter 9 Taking, Storing, and Viewing Pictures 237 Using the Camera 237 Camera Settings 239 Taking Regular Pictures 241 Taking Panoramic Pictures 242 Viewing and Managing Your Photos 244 Navigating the Gallery 244 Deleting Photo Albums 245 Open a Photo Album 245 Reviewing and Sharing Pictures 246 Editing Pictures 247 Gallery Settings 249 Managing Photos with Your Computer 250 Manual Picture Management 251 Automatic Picture Management on a Mac 254 Synchronizing Pictures Using Your Google Cloud 255 Chapter 10 Working with Android Applications 257 Configuring Google Checkout 258 Navigating Google Play 259 Downloading Free Applications 260 Buying Applications 262 Managing Applications 263 Google Play Settings 266 Keeping Applications Up to Date 268 Chapter 11 Customizing Your Galaxy Nexus 271 Changing Your Wallpaper 271 Wallpaper from Gallery Pictures 272 Live Wallpaper 273 Wallpaper 274 Changing Your Keyboard 274 Adding Widgets to Your Home Screens 276 Adding a Widget 276 Remove, Move, or Resize a Widget 278 Language 279 Accessibility Settings 280 Sound Settings 281 Display Settings 282 Chapter 12 Maintaining Galaxy Nexus and Solving Problems 285 Updating Android 285 Optimizing Battery Life 287 Looking After the Battery 287 Determining What Is Using the Battery 288 Applications and Memory 290 Reigning In Your Data Usage 291 Background Data Limits 293 Caring for Galaxy Nexus Exterior 293 Getting Help with Your Galaxy Nexus 294 Index 295