Product Description
The revolutionary Motorola ATRIX has been hailed as the “king of the Androids” and puts the power of mobile computing right in your pocket. The new ATRIX smartphone can be docked in a number of devices to extend its functionality to a laptop, multimedia hub, and even a GPS device – making the ATRIX a full-fledged mobile computing device in a pint-sized package.
Expert For Dummies author Dan Gookin starts you out with the smartphone basics, then walks you through the long list of amazing ATRIX features. From getting connected and going online to taking fantastic photos and videos, finding your way with Google Maps and GPS, filling your ATRIX with music, movies, cool Android apps, and everything in between, your smartphone skills will be off the hook by the time you’re finished with this book!
- Helps you get up to speed quickly on how to use the Motorola ATRIX
- Covers everything you need to know, including setup and configuration, texting, e-mailing, accessing the Internet, maps, navigation, camera, video, and synching with a PC
- Filled with fast and easy how-tos, tricks, features, and techniques – all in full color
- Explains how to use the ATRIX’s webtop application to connect to the Lapdock, Vehicle Dock, and HD Multimedia Dock and extend the smartphone experience to other devices
- Includes information on troubleshooting, maintenance, and keeping your ATRIX in tip-top condition
Whether you choose to pocket or dock it, you’ll have the world at your fingertips with your ATRIX smartphone and Motorola ATRIX For Dummies!
From the Back Cover
The ATRIX is a gadget freak′s dream. This smartphone is so smart, it can be a computer, an alarm clock, and an HD movie viewer with the help of just a few accessories. You′ll learn how to do everything from charging the battery to multimedia messaging to creating a mobile hotspot, taking video, and more, with top–notch tips and terrific tricks from For Dummies authors Dan Gookin and Bill Loguidice.
Meet the ATRIX — learn about setup, orientation, opening a Google® account, typing on the ATRIX, and using built–in apps
Basic phone stuff — use voice dialing, speed dial, and call forwarding; set up carrier voicemail; and manage contacts
When ATRIX meets computer — share information between computer and phone, sync with doubleTwist, and configure a Wi–Fi hotspot
Apps and more apps — work with the calendar and alarm clock, listen to music, watch videos, or browse the Android Market
On the move — make international calls, set up security, and manage battery life when you′re on the road and on the go
Open the book and find:
A tour of the ATRIX 4G and advice on setting it up
Essential ATRIX 4G operations
How to Swype instead of type
Instructions for setting up a Google Voice account
Tips on multimedia messaging
All about syncing and sharing
How to get social with Facebook, Twitter, and other sites
Maintenance tips and security secrets
Learn to:
Dock your ATRIX and use it as a laptop, multimedia hub, or GPS
Shoot and share photos, record HD video, and download apps
Stay connected via e–mail and social networks
IN FULL COLOR!
