My Samsung Galaxy Nexus: (My...)

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

Table of Contents:
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

About the Author :
Craig James Johnston has been involved with technology since his high school days at Glenwood High in Durban, South Africa, when his school was given some Apple ][ Europluses. From that moment technology captivated him, and he has owned, supported, evangelized, and written about it. Craig has been involved in designing and supporting large-scale enterprise networks with integrated email and directory services since 1989. He has held many different IT-related positions in his career ranging from sales support engineer to mobile architect for a 40,000-smartphone infrastructure at a large bank. In addition to designing and supporting mobile computing environments, Craig co-hosts the CrackBerry.com podcast, as well as guest hosting on other podcasts including iPhone and iPad Live podcasts. You can see Craig’s previously published work in his book Professional BlackBerry, and many books in the My series, including My BlackBerry Curve, My Palm Pre, My Nexus One, My DROID (first and second editions), My Motorola Atrix 4G, My BlackBerry PlayBook, and My HTC EVO 3D. Craig also enjoys high-horsepower, high-speed vehicles and tries very hard to keep to the speed limit while driving them. Originally from Durban, South Africa, Craig has lived in the United Kingdom, the San Francisco Bay Area, and New Jersey, where he now lives with his wife, Karen, and a couple of cats. Craig would love to hear from you. Feel free to contact Craig about your experiences with My Samsung Galaxy Nexus at http://www.CraigsBooks.info. All comments, suggestions, and feedback are welcome, including positive and negative.