All you need to know about the most popular smartphone on the market--in terms anyone can understand

iPhone For Dummies, 2025 Edition, covers the iPhone basics, as well as the features of iPhone 16 and earlier models. You'll also learn how to navigate the new iOS 17 release to make phone and FaceTime calls, send texts and messages, get online, play games, shoot video, and all the other amazing things your Apple smartphone can do. Guy Hart-Davis, a longtime Apple expert and Dummies tech author extraordinaire, shows you how to set up your phone to work with your life. Customize your settings, including privacy and app permissions, and make sure your phone is protected. Connect the new iPhone models to your other devices, sync your data from your previous phone, and learn about the new stuff you can do with updated hardware on the latest models. This beginner-friendly book makes it easy to become an iPhone power user.

• Discover the updates and features packed into iPhone 16 and iOS 17
• Set up your iPhone, make it work your way, and navigate the interface like a pro
• Master calling and conferencing with Phone and FaceTime, navigating with Maps, and beyond
• Organize and document your life with Calendar, Contacts, Reminders, and Journal

Whether this is your first iPhone or your umpteenth, iPhone For Dummies is the must-have resource for using your new device to its fullest.

Learn what your new iPhone 16, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max is capable of with 900 color screen shots!

Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPhone 16 is your ultimate guide to getting the most out of your brand-new iPhone! Apple's graphics-driven iOS 18.1 is perfect for visual learners, so this book uses a visual approach to show you what you need to know to get up and running--and much, much more. Full-color screen shots walk you step-by-step through setup, configuration, and the full range of your iPhone's awesome capabilities including the first all new Apple Intelligence features. Whether you are new to the iPhone or have just upgraded to the 16, 16 Pro, or 16 Pro Max, this book helps you unlock your phone's full functionality and maximize your use and enjoyment of it. Stay in touch by phone, text, email, FaceTime Audio or Video calls, and social media; download and enjoy books, music, movies, and more; take, edit, and organize photos and videos; track your health, fitness, and habits; manage your schedule, your commitments, and your contacts; and more!

The iPhone is user-friendly, attractive, and functional. But it is capable of so much more than you think--don't you want to explore what's possible? This book guides you through iOS 16 visually to help you stay in touch, get things done, and have some fun while you're at it!

• Get to know the iPhone 16, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max with 900 full-color screen shots
• Master the iPhone's basic functions and learn advanced features
• Personalize your iPhone to suit your unique needs and get optimal performance
• Find the services and apps that make your life easier
• Get your first introduction to Apple Intelligence

The iPhone you hold in your hand represents the pinnacle of mobile tech and is a masterpiece of innovative design. Once you get to know it, you'll never be without it. Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPhone 16 is your personal roadmap to your new tech companion.

Learn the ins and outs of macOS with the top-selling Dummies guide

macOS 2025 For Dummies is here to help you get acquainted with the operating system that makes your Mac computer go. Get easy-to-follow instructions for doing everything you need and taking advantage of the hottest features. If you've just jumped on the Mac bandwagon, veteran macOS writer Guy Hart-Davis shows you how to get started with Desktop and Finder. Soon, you'll graduate to topics like organizing your life with files and folders; connecting with friends and family through Mail, Messages, and FaceTime; and keeping your data safe against loss or harm. Getting familiar with your operating system is one of the best ways to improve your computing skill and make your digital life even easier.

• Navigate macOS and organize your files like a pro
• Enjoy music, photos, movies and more on your Mac
• Make the most of the powerful tools that come with macOS
• Troubleshoot common macOS problems and learn how to get support

This is the ideal Dummies guide for new Mac users or veteran Mac users who need to get up to speed with the latest macOS updates.

The visual learner's guide to getting up and running with your Apple laptop

Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Pro and MacBook Air covers all the vital information you need to start working on your MacBook. With this highly illustrated and easy-to-follow guide, you'll learn to navigate the macOS interface like a pro; customize your desktop with the widgets you need; and get your MacBook working with iCloud, your iPhone, and your iPad. This book's graphical, step-by-step instructions walk you through everything from installation to troubleshooting, helping you to get the most out of the investment you've made in your MacBook.

This fully updated edition helps you become a power user of the latest MacBook models and exploit the features in macOS Sonoma, Apple's state-of-the-art operating system, and the apps that come with it. If you prefer to learn visually, this is the book you need.

• Get up to speed with the latest macOS version, Sonoma, and its new features
• Perform everyday tasks quickly and easily
• Customize settings to make macOS and its apps work the way you prefer
• Communicate via audio and video with FaceTime, via instant messaging with Messages, and via email with Mail
• Organize your life with Calendar, Contacts, Reminders, Notes, and Maps
• Make the most of your iCloud account

Instead of confusing tech-speak and vague instructions, this guide is packed with screenshots, easy-to-follow instructions, and a practical sensibility. Grab Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Pro and MacBook Air and explore all that your MacBook can do.

The smart guide to your smartphone--updated for the latest iOS and iPhone releases

Fully updated to cover the newest features of iOS and the latest iPhone models, iPhone For Dummies helps you keep in touch with family and friends, take pictures, play games, follow the news, stream music and video, get a little work done, and just about everything else. This user-friendly guide walks you through the basics of calling, texting, FaceTiming, and discovering all the cool things your iPhone can do. You'll benefit from the insight of a longtime Apple expert on how to make the most of your new (or old) iPhone and its features. These wildly popular devices get more useful all the time. Find out what's in store for you with Apple's latest releases--even if you've never owned an iPhone before.

• Discover the features of the latest iOS release and iPhone models
• Customize your settings and keep your phone secure
• Make the most of your camera and shoot high-quality videos
• Find little-known utilities and apps that will make your life easier

iPhone For Dummies is the one-stop-shop for information on getting the most out of your new iPhone. New and inexperienced iPhone users will love this book.

Make friends with macOS Sonoma thanks to simple, Dummies-style instructions

macOS Sonoma For Dummies is the go-to guide for finding your way around Apple's laptop and desktop operating system. For first-time Mac owners and longtime Apple aficionados alike, this book covers the essentials you need to navigate macOS Sonoma with ease. Get a guided tour of the latest updates to macOS widgets, improved video conferencing features, updated privacy and security help, and all the classic features of the software that powers MacBook, iMac, and Mac computers. With easy-to-follow instructions and crystal-clear illustrations, this Dummies guide makes you macOS proficient in no time--even if you've never used a Mac computer before.

• Learn the ins and outs of macOS Sonoma for desktop and laptop computers
• Discover valuable shortcuts, tips, and tricks for troubleshooting
• Organize your files and ensure data security
• Customize your computer so you can get things done faster

If you're looking for a user-friendly tutorial on using macOS Sonoma and making the most of the latest updates, you can't go wrong with macOS Sonoma For Dummies.

A simple, straightforward, and hands-on roadmap to the world of computer programming with Python

Teach Yourself VISUALLY: Python is your personal guide to getting you started in programming. As one of the world's most popular--and most accessible--coding languages, Python is your gateway into the wide and wonderful world of computer science. This hands-on guide walks you through Python step by clearly illustrated step, from writing your very first Python code in a terminal window or the VS Code app through to creating your own lists, dictionaries, and custom classes.

In the book, you'll learn to:

• Install Python and the tools you need to work with it on Windows, macOS, and Linux
• Work with files and folders, manipulate text, and create powerful functions that do exactly what you want
• Write clean code that makes decisions effectively, repeats actions as needed, and handles any errors that occur

A must-have resource for aspiring programmers starting from the very beginning, Teach Yourself VISUALLY: Python is also an indispensable handbook for programmers making a transition from another language.

Unlock the full capabilities of ChatGPT at work, at home, and in your day-to-day

By now, you've heard of ChatGPT and its incredible potential. You may even have tried to use it a few times just to see it in action for yourself. But have you ever wondered what ChatGPT is truly capable of?

Killer ChatGPT Prompts: Harness the Power of AI for Success and Profit will show you the true power of Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT. In the book, veteran IT educator and trusted author Guy Hart-Davis shows you the exact prompts he's discovered to unlock a huge variety of expert business writing, like emails and proposals, data analysis use cases, lesson plans, information exchange scripts, and more!

You'll also find:

• The perfect prompts for a huge array of job roles, including those in sales and marketing, web development, HR, customer support, and more
• Use cases for ChatGPT in the home, with your kids, and in your relationship
• Hundreds more prompts that will make your job, your home life, and your day-to-day so much easier

There's no doubt about it. LLMs--and ChatGPT--are here to stay. The only question is: Will you have the skills and the wherewithal to unleash its potential in your own life? Killer ChatGPT Prompts can guarantee that you will.

Level-up your HTML and CSS web development skills with this dynamic, visual guide

Teach Yourself VISUALLY HTML and CSS is the perfect resource for those of you who prefer to learn visually and would rather be shown how to do something - with crystal-clear screenshots and easy explanations - than suffer through long-winded explanations. You'll find step-by-step walkthroughs showing you how to tackle over 120 individual tasks involving HTML and CSS. Each task-based spread covers a single technique, ensuring you learn first the basics and then more advanced topics one straightforward piece at a time.

You'll learn to write HTML code in a text editor or an integrated development environment, add and format text, prepare images for the web, insert links to other pages, control layout with style sheets, add JavaScript to a web page, and more. You'll also discover how to:

• Create websites that look great in 2023 and beyond with classic HTML and skills and the most modern tips and tricks for contemporary web coding
• Optimize your websites for performance and speed, ensuring every visitor gets the best possible experience
• Add modern elements to your code, including,,, and, and make your code accessible to as many people as possible

Teach Yourself VISUALLY HTML and CSS is your personal roadmap to understanding how to get the most out of HTML and CSS to create, format, and troubleshoot websites of all kinds. This book will get you to the next level of web development, quickly and easily.

Teach Yourself VISUALLY Android Phones and Tablets, 2^nd Edition is the perfect resource if you are a visual learner who wants to master the ins and outs of the Android operating system. With step-by-step instructions driven by targeted, easy-to-understand graphics, this informative book shines a light on the features, functions, and quirks of the Android OS--and shows you how to use them. With the guidance provided by this easy to follow resource, you will quickly access, download, and enjoy books, apps, music, and video content, as well as photos, emails, and other forms of media, right from your phone or tablet This book is perfect for Android users at beginner to intermediate levels.

The Android operating system is graphics intensive, which is why a visual guide is the best way to navigate your Android device. Now that the Android OS is available on both phones and tablets, you can maximize the productivity and convenience of your devices by mastering the features, functions, and quirks of this operating system.

• Explore the latest Android features and functions
• Peruse full-color illustrations that walk you, step-by-step, through instructions for using the Android operating system
• Discover how to access, download, and enjoy multimedia content
• Sync your Android devices to maximize their capabilities

Teach Yourself VISUALLY Android Phones and Tablets, 2^nd Edition is the top resource for visual learners wanting to further explore the capabilities of Android devices.

Get into the nitty gritty of Excel, the all-important spreadsheet tool

Microsoft 365 Excel All-in-One For Dummies offers an all-new way to tackle data in Excel. Start with the basics of inputting, formatting, and organizing data and work your way to pro techniques that help with any career field or reason for using the app. Gain the skills to apply advanced formulas and functions, create stunning data visualizations, build dashboards and reports, and automate your spreadsheets. You'll also get a glimpse into how AI tools can boost your work. Eight mini-books come together in this expanded Excel reference. With Microsoft 365 Excel All-in-One For Dummies, you'll soon be the go-to Excel guru in your office or school.

• Learn the basics of Excel--organizing data, performing calculations, and formatting your spreadsheet.
• Use functions to handle advanced math and financial analysis.
• Create data visualizations and summaries to help tell your story
• Apply basic programming skills using VBA

This book is perfect for professionals or students who need to up their Excel game with insight from pros who know the classic spreadsheet app inside and out.

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Get beyond the basics with Word 2007

Now you can take your Microsoft Word skills to the next level with help from this hands-on guide. Word 2007 Macros & VBA Made Easy shows you how to automate tasks using the tools available in Word's built-in VBA programming language. You'll learn how to record, create, customize, debug, and share macros. Discover how easy it is to develop your own macros, save time, and boost productivity!

• Record time-saving macros in moments
  
• Edit your recorded macros to add power and flexibility
  
• Control your macros with message and input boxes
  
• Create custom dialog boxes or use Word's built-in options
  
• Repeat actions easily as many times as needed
  
• Store essential data in variables and constants
  
• Work with text, bookmarks, and tables
  
• Create documents, templates, and folders automatically
  
• Debug your macros and build smart error-handlers
  
• Share your macros safely with other users
  

Master one of the most popular word processors ever with this essential, visual reference

Teach Yourself VISUALLY: Word 2019 provides readers with a thorough and visual exploration of the 2019 edition of Microsoft Word. Written by the celebrated author of over 100 books on computing, Guy Hart-Davis, Teach Yourself VISUALLY: Word 2019 allows you to quickly get up to speed with one of the most popular word processors on the planet.

The book covers all the topics you'll need to comprehensively master Word 2019, and includes:

• Full-color, step-by-step instructions showing you how to perform all the essential tasks of Microsoft Word 2019
• How to set up and format documents, edit them, and add images and charts
• How to post documents online for sharing and reviewing and take advantage of all the newest features of Word

Newly updated to include the latest features of Microsoft Word, like how to collaborate on documents in real time, draw and write with the digital pen, new accessibility options and the new Resume Assistant, Teach Yourself VISUALLY: Word 2019 belongs on the shelf of anyone who wants to improve their effectiveness with this essential word processor.

Teach Yourself VISUALLY Chromebook is your ultimate guide to getting the most out of your Chromebook!

Designed for ease of use and portable functionality, Chromebook is the device of choice for children, teens, and adults alike. Learn to setup and use your new Chromebook by configuring essential settings and connecting external devices.

When you first open your Chromebook, you'll see several app icons sitting at the bottom of the screen. This area is called the Shelf, and it mimics the Windows taskbar. The Chrome OS Shelf shows which apps are running and provides an easy way to launch apps. To make the Chromebook your own you'll want to add your commonly used apps to the Shelf, and remove the ones you don't use.

This guide will also teach you tips and tricks for how to share content with others from your Chromebook and how to download, run, and manage your applications!

Chromebook is designed to be one of the most feature-rich and user-friendly solutions that allows users the portable functionality of a laptop and tablet running Chrome OS with the ability to run Android apps and Linux desktop apps.

• Get started with Chromebook with over 800 full-color images
• Master ChromeOS and get up and running in no time
• Personalize your desktop background

Master the ins and outs of Google's free-to-use office and productivity software

Teach Yourself VISUALLY Google Workspace delivers the ultimate guide to getting the most out of Google's Workspace cloud software. Accomplished author Guy Hart-Davis offers readers the ability to tackle a huge number of everyday productivity problems with Google's intuitive collection of online tools. With over 700 full-color screenshots included to help you learn, you'll discover how to:

• Manage your online Google Calendar
• Master the files and folders in your Google Drive storage
• Customize your folders and navigate your Gmail account
• Create perfect spreadsheets, presentations, and documents in Google Sheets, Slides, and Docs

Perfect for anyone who hopes to make sense of Google's highly practical and free online suite of tools, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Google Workspace also belongs on the bookshelves of those who already find themselves using Workspace and just want to get more out of it.

At last--a tablet that puts the power of a full computer right in your hands! This hands-on guide shows you show to tap into your Galaxy Tab's full range of business productivity and entertainment features. How to Do Everything: Samsung GALAXY Tab teaches you how to connect to wireless networks, sync data with your PC or Mac, browse the Web, use e-mail, and much more. Harness the power of the Android operating system, maximize the built-in and third-party applications, and maintain and troubleshoot your Galaxy Tab with help from this practical, time-saving resource.

• set up, navigate, and customize your Galaxy Tab
• Connect seamlessly to as many wireless networks as you need
• Synchronize your Galaxy Tab with your PC or Mac using Samsung Kies
• Play movies on your Galaxy Tab or your TV
• Take photos and videos and share them online and offline
• Check e-mail, communicate with instant messaging, and browse the Web from anywhere
• Keep up with your social networks on the go
• Read e-books and PDFs in the palm of your hand
• Navigate easily with Google Maps
• Install and use versatile applications from the Android Market
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and secure your Galaxy Tab
• Connect to your work network via virtual private networking

Learn to program in AppleScript, the versatile scripting language built right into Mac OS X and supported by most major applications. AppleScript: A Beginner's Guide shows you how to write powerful scripts with the AppleScript Editor to automate tasks, save time and effort, and automatically generate documents, spreadsheets, and e-mail messages. Debugging and error handling are also covered in this fast-paced tutorial.

Designed for Easy Learning

• Key Skills & Concepts--Chapter-opening lists of specific skills covered in the chapter
• Ask the Expert--Q&A sections filled with bonus information and helpful tips
• Try This--Hands-on exercises that show you how to apply your skills
• Notes--Extra information related to the topic being covered
• Tips--Helpful reminders or alternative ways of doing things
• Cautions--Errors and pitfalls to avoid
• Annotated Syntax--Example code with commentary that describes the programming techniques being illustrated

Ready-to-use code at www.mhprofessional.com/computingdownload

Guy Hart-Davis is the author of Mac OS X Leopard QuickSteps, How to Do Everything iPod, iPhone, & iTunes, Fifth Edition, HTML, XHTML & CSS QuickSteps, and several other computer books.

How to Do Everything: iPod touch covers the new, supercharged iPod touch which combines three great products: a widescreen iPod with touch controls; a portable game console; and a breakthrough Internet device The book's chapters provide details on loading your iPod touch with music, videos, games, and data, plus how to chat with FaceTime, keep up with social media accounts, take photos, create and edit business documents, and much more. You'll get all the information you need to fully exploit the iPod touch with both Windows PCs and Macs and learn about the wealth of activity you can do beyond listening to music.

How to Do Everything: iPod touch

• Contains clear instructions with screenshots and illustrations that guide you through everything from unboxing your iPod touch and installing iTunes to troubleshooting hardware and software issues
• Includes How To and Did You Know? sidebars with extra information to help you with tricky issues and queries
• Explains how to use your iPod touch and iTunes with both Windows PCs and Macs, covering Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
• Offers tips for building a comprehensive media library in iTunes and keeping it backed up

Boost productivity and foster collaboration using the powerful networking tools available in Mac OS X Snow Leopard Server. With clear, detailed explanations and step-by-step instructions, Mac OS X System Administration shows you how to plan, construct, and manage a high-performance Mac-based network. You'll learn how to do everything from planning and installing the network from scratch to backing up both clients and servers to recovering from disaster.

• Plan the wired, wireless, or combination network your organization needs
• Build the network and install Mac OS X Server
• Secure the network using firewalls, encryption, and SSL authentication
• Harness the power of Open Directory to organize and manage the network
• Create user accounts, set up groups, and control which applications and features users can access
• Set up and manage file sharing, print, Web, and e-mail services
• Install applications automatically both before and after deploying the Macs
• Enable remote access to the network via VPN
• Add iPhones and iPod touches to the network

Guy Hart-Davis is the bestselling author of more than 50 computer books, including AppleScript: A Beginner's Guide, Mac OS X Leopard QuickSteps, HTML, XHTML & CSS QuickSteps, and How to Do Everything: iPod, iPhone, & iTunes.