1811 Two new ebooks in the Take Control series, "Take Control of Your iPhone Apps" and "Take Control of iPhone OS 3," provide an in-depth look at the iPhone and its core apps. These practical, hands-on guides walk readers through the most effective ways to use numerous features and help readers avoid problems. Most of the information is also applicable to the iPod touch, and the differences are called out. "Take Control of Your iPhone Apps" lists for $10; "Take Control of iPhone OS 3" lists for $15. Both books are available from http://www.takecontrolbooks.com/ individually and in a discounted bundle.

In "Take Control of Your iPhone Apps," Mac expert and highly regarded technical writer Jeff Carlson shows readers how to make the most of Apple's core iPhone apps. He provides clear, concise explanations on how to use the iPhone for both work and play - from sending email and Web surfing to playing games and managing photos. Apps covered include Calendar, Camera, Compass, iPod, Mail, Maps, Messages, Phone, Photos, Remote and Safari, as well as the Music and Video apps for iPod touch users. The book also provides pointers to independent apps that expand on the features in Apple's apps.

Real-world tasks explained in "Take Control of Your iPhone Apps" include:

* Updating a calendar while riding the bus, then viewing the changes at the office
* Reading and replying to email, and sending text messages
* Setting up an audible alarm even if the volume is turned down
* Creating conference calls with several participants
* Skipping ahead in long voicemail messages
* Taking quality photographs with the iPhone 3GS.
* Uploading photos from the iPhone to the computer
* Trimming videos taken on the iPhone and sharing them online right away
* Getting directions from one location to another
* Finding songs quickly in a music collection
* Using Apple's free Remote app to control iTunes on a Mac or an Apple TV

In "Take Control of iPhone OS 3," troubleshooting guru Ted Landau explores iPhone OS 3 and the iPhone hardware. He explains the new features of the latest iPhone models, walks readers through the various options and settings, and provides detailed problem-solving techniques. Landau addresses both general and advanced users and clears up mysteries about such topics as syncing, networking, security, and more.

"Take Control of iPhone OS 3" covers topics such as:

* How the iPhone knows its location
* Typing faster, performing searches, and copying text
* Transferring photos to and from the iPhone
* Using the volume control functions
* Attaching a Bluetooth headset
* Deleting a third-party app temporarily to save space
* Buying or creating ringtones
* What readers should know before traveling abroad with an iPhone
* Putting an icon for a favorite Web page on the Home screen * Managing network connections and even setting up peer-to-peer networks
* Advanced topics such as Internet tethering, jailbreaking, and root access

Specific troubleshooting topics are also included:

* Safari, syncing and Internet connection problems
* Freezes, crashes, and mysterious buggy behavior
* Restoring an ailing iPhone from a backup
* How to determine if a hardware repair is needed
* Key information about passwords and security

"Take Control of Your iPhone Apps," by Jeff Carlson
http://www.takecontrolbooks.com/iphone-apps
PDF format,
122 pages, f
ree sample available
Publication date: November 11, 2009
Price: $10 (PDF) / $20.99 (print)
ISBN: 978-1-61542-006-3

Jeff Carlson is the Managing Editor of TidBITS, a columnist for the Seattle Times, a frequent contributor to Macworld, and the author of best-selling books on the Mac, video editing, digital photography, and, in earlier years, Web design and Palm organizers.

"Take Control of iPhone OS 3," by Ted Landau
http://www.takecontrolbooks.com/iphone
PDF format,
202 pages,
free sample available
Publication date: November 11, 2009
Price: $15 (PDF) / $28.99 (print)
ISBN: 978-1-61542-008-7

Ted Landau is well-known for his writing about computer troubleshooting, including the best-selling "Sad Macs, Bombs and Other Disasters." Landau founded the MacFixIt Web site, is a member of the MacNotables podcasting group, and speaks regularly at Macworld Expo.

For more information, visit:
http://www.takecontrolbooks.com/

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