The iPad is amazing! Its size makes it extremely portable. Also, you can use it for almost anything that you can imagine. Its features are pretty much limitless. Read the following piece to find out how to take advantage of this device.
Access your email and phone numbers by setting up FaceTime. Your iPad’s FaceTime includes the email you used to set it up with by default; however, it’s possible to add more addresses. If you have multiple emails or numbers, each one can be recognized by FaceTime.
A power outlet isn’t necessary to restore your tablet to full power. You can use any machine with a USB capacity. You can charge the iPad by using your other computer.
You will notice that the calendar option on the iPad does not permit swiping. Instead, you should make use of the navigation bar you will find in the lower portion of the screen. Simply choose the date you wish to view. You will see that today is presented in blue.
You can use the Google Maps app in order to utilize Street View. Perform a search to make a red pin appear on the map. Tap the pin and a small icon will appear. Tap this icon and you will be able to access Street View.
If you watch videos with your iPad you might want to buy a cord that is longer. This allows you to watch hours of video without draining the battery, and it leaves the battery charged so you are ready to take the iPad on the go.
Dim your screen when reading e-books. One way to do this is by adjusting brightness in your iPad’s settings menu, but there is another option. The iBooks application has a built-in brightness adjuster.
Transferring photos from your camera to your iPad does not require another machine. With the new SD card reader, you can just place your card into your iPad to get your photos. This will turn it into a storage device, and you can work on documents and pictures without installing anything.
There is a way to locate your iPad if it becomes misplaced. Simply visit Settings and then iCloud. Insert your Apple ID. Once you do this, the bottom of your screen will flash “Find My iPad” and tap it to turn the feature on. When you do this, you will simply need to go to iCloud.com to find your iPad if it goes missing.
Do you want to connect your TV and iPad? If you wish to do this you will need to purchase a separate adapter. You want an Apple VGA adapter or a digital AV adapter. Either of these will do the job.
It is very easy to capture a screenshot on your iPad. Just depress the home button and next hit your sleep/wake key. You will see a flash, and then you will hear a click. That means the photo worked. Your screenshots are automatically saved and located in your Photos gallery.
The iPad should not be around water. The bathtub is a no-no, but also avoid using your iPad in rainy weather or very humid spots such as a sauna. Getting it wet is one of the quickest ways to ruin it.
Do you download podcasts yet? These are radio presentations that are between two minutes and two hours in length, and they cover a variety of subjects. If music is failing to hold your interest, see if podcasts are for you. You will definitely be able to find a subject that interests you.
Get more out of your iPad’s battery with a few easy tricks. Don’t leave it in a hot car during the summer. Adjust screen brightness downward if you can. When you’re not online, use airplane mode. Keeping Push disabled also helps. Check your mailbox and your calendar manually, or choose an interval of a few minutes.
Are you aware you can simply add Google Calendar information on the Calendar app? To get this set up, click on Settings, Mail, Contacts, and Calendars, in that order. Click to add an account and then press Other. Choose the Add CalDAV option, and then you can input your account information.
If you ever need to mute the sound on an iPad, you should try this tip. All you need to do is to press and hold the button that decreases the iPad’s volume level. That works faster than continuing to adjust your volume. When you want the volume to go back up, hold it again.
Avoid undervaluing how important the iPad Smart Cover is. The cover does several things. This will serve to sleep-mode your iPad when it covers the device. It also fits perfectly, since there are magnets on the side of the iPad where it can be attached. The cost is only about $40, so it’s a worthy investment.
Because they are so intuitive, iPads are terrific tools. There is basically only one button plus the touch screen itself. Play with it to learn about its functions. You might be pleasantly surprised at what you can do with it.
Are you sick of typing? The dictation feature offers you a different alternative. Click on the microphone symbol and say your text into the device. With the second click, the words transform into written text, which can be edited.
You are able to send messages more effectively this way. You can add a full stop and a space by tapping on the space button twice. That removes the need for you to manually do this, and you have more time to message friends.
The iPad’s iOS supports folders now. To begin, tap and hold your finger on an app until it starts jiggling, drag that app on top of another icon, and then let it go. Instantly they will both merge into a folder named after their categories. You can also rename the folder easily.
There is just about nothing that the iPad can’t do. The entire family will love using an iPad. If you have one, learn to take care of it, and learn all about its potential. You might just be shocked about how many advantages this piece of technology offers you.