BlackBerry For Dummies

Here′s what you should know to squeeze all the functionality you can from your BlackBerry
Millions of people in thousands of offices rely on their BlackBerry devices to make them more productive. Whether this is your first BlackBerry or you′re upgrading to a newer model, this book can help you learn all you need to know to handle your calendar, e–mail and messaging, make conference calls, and even have a little fun!
Build a relationship — discover what your BlackBerry can do, how to customize it for the way you work, and ways to manage power and memory
The organizer — add contacts, calendar entries, alarms, passwords, and more so your BlackBerry can keep you on schedule
There′s a phone, too — make and receive calls, set up voicemail, and arrange conference calls
Many ways to message — get online and manage e–mail, send PIN–to–PIN messages, and use SMS/MMS and BlackBerry Messenger
An office in your pocket — sync your BlackBerry with your desktop so you have exactly what you need anywhere you go
It knows how to play — find cool BlackBerry apps, shoot photos and video, and play music and movies
That secure feeling — learn to back up and restore your BlackBerry, lock it, set a password, and block spam
Open the book and find:
Ways to keep your contacts organized
How to centralize passwords
Tips for combining multiple e–mail accounts
Easy ways to update Facebook and Twitter
All about BlackBerry Browser
GPS application tips
Steps for syncing your BlackBerry to your PC or Mac
How to use your BlackBerry like a flash drive
Learn to:
Get organized, explore the web, and sync up your BlackBerry
Manage meetings, appointments, and tasks on the go
Explore business tools, utilities, and apps to boost your efficiency
Fill your BlackBerry with your favorite music, photos, videos, and more

Spis treści:
Introduction 1
Part I: Getting Started with BlackBerry 7
Chapter 1: Your BlackBerry Isn’t an Edible Fruit 9
Chapter 2: Navigating the BlackBerry 19
Chapter 3: Tweaking Your BlackBerry 33
Part II: Organizing with BlackBerry 51
Chapter 4: Remembering and Locating Your Acquaintances 53
Chapter 5: Never Miss Another Appointment 87
Chapter 6: Setting Alarms and Keeping Your Passwords 101
Chapter 7: Calling Your Favorite Person 117
Part III: Getting Online with Your BlackBerry 135
Chapter 8: You’ve Got (Lots of) E–Mail 137
Chapter 9: Too Cool for E–Mail 157
Chapter 10: Instant Messaging on BlackBerry Messenger 175
Chapter 11: Networking Like a Social Butterfl y 191
Chapter 12: Surfi ng the Internet Wave 211
Part IV: Applications and Media on Your BlackBerry 235
Chapter 13: Getting Around with Your BlackBerry GPS 237
Chapter 14: Taking Great Pictures and Capturing Videos 245
Chapter 15: Satisfying All Your Senses with the Media Player 263
Chapter 16: Managing Media Files 283
Part V: Working with BlackBerry Desktop Software 293
Chapter 17: Installing BlackBerry Desktop Software 295
Chapter 18: Synchronizing Organizer Data 309
Chapter 19: Protecting Your Information 333
Chapter 20: Finding and Installing Applications 343
Part VI: The Part of Tens 353
Chapter 21: Ten Great BlackBerry Accessories 355
Chapter 22: Ten (or So) Must–Have BlackBerry Applications 359
Index 365

Nota biograficzna:
Robert Kao develops applications for the BlackBerry and writes extensively on using the device.
Dante Sarigumba is a gizmo enthusiast and software developer with vast experience programming for the BlackBerry platform. They are coauthors of several For Dummies books on the BlackBerry.

Okładka tylna:
Here′s what you should know to squeeze all the functionality you can from your BlackBerry
Millions of people in thousands of offices rely on their BlackBerry devices to make them more productive. Whether this is your first BlackBerry or you′re upgrading to a newer model, this book can help you learn all you need to know to handle your calendar, e–mail and messaging, make conference calls, and even have a little fun!
Build a relationship — discover what your BlackBerry can do, how to customize it for the way you work, and ways to manage power and memory
The organizer — add contacts, calendar entries, alarms, passwords, and more so your BlackBerry can keep you on schedule
There′s a phone, too — make and receive calls, set up voicemail, and arrange conference calls
Many ways to message — get online and manage e–mail, send PIN–to–PIN messages, and use SMS/MMS and BlackBerry Messenger
An office in your pocket — sync your BlackBerry with your desktop so you have exactly what you need anywhere you go
It knows how to play — find cool BlackBerry apps, shoot photos and video, and play music and movies
That secure feeling — learn to back up and restore your BlackBerry, lock it, set a password, and block spam
Open the book and find:
Ways to keep your contacts organized
How to centralize passwords
Tips for combining multiple e–mail accounts
Easy ways to update Facebook and Twitter
All about BlackBerry Browser
GPS application tips
Steps for syncing your BlackBerry to your PC or Mac
How to use your BlackBerry like a flash drive
Learn to:
Get organized, explore the web, and sync up your BlackBerry
Manage meetings, appointments, and tasks on the go
Explore business tool s, utilities, and apps to boost your efficiency
Fill your BlackBerry with your favorite music, photos, videos, and more