The perfect how-to guide for visual learners Apple?s Mac Mini packs a powerful punch is in a small package, including both HDMI and Thunderbolt ports plus the acclaimed OS X. But if you want to get the very most from all this power and versatility, be sure to get this practical visual guide. With full-color, step-by-step instructions as well as screenshots and illustrations on every page, it clearly shows you how to accomplish tasks rather than burying you in pages of text. Discover helpful visuals and how-tos on the OS, hardware specs, Launchpad, the App Store, multimedia capabilities (such as connecting your Mac Mini to your HDTV and using it as a media center) and more. Helps Mac Mini users get up to speed quickly on the latest and best features, including the major features of the OS X operating system and the new Thunderbolt and HDMI ports Teaches practical techniques using easy-to-follow, step-by-step visuals and brief explanations Features full-color screen shots on every page Covers OS and hardware basics as well as the Launchpad, the App Store, media center capabilities, maintenance, and troubleshooting Helps you surf the web with Safari, organize movies and music in iTunes, take advantage of home theater capabilities, and configure your system for optimum use. Teach Yourself VISUALLY Mac Mini helps you get big results out of your Mac Mini.

Provides step-by-step screen shots that show you how to tackle more than 150 Mac tasks. Each task-based spread covers a single technique, sure to help you get up and running on your Mac in no time.

A fully updated visual guide on the latest evolution of the amazing iPad! As the ultimate entertainment and media device, the iPad is ever evolving. This visual guide gets you up to date on all the latest information for accessing and downloading books, apps, music, and video content as well as sending photos and emails, syncing with other devices and services, and effectively using the multi-touch display. Covering the latest generation of the iPad as well as the iPad mini, and iOS6, this resource provides you with helpful step-by-step, image-driven guidance geared towards users who learn best with visual cues. Helps you get connected to the Apple app store so that you can enjoy more than 700,000 apps, including award-winning games and amazing productivity tools Shows you how to enjoy eBooks, music, and videos via iTunes Gets you connected to rich multimedia content, social networking, and the power of the Internet Shares a variety of ways that you can maximize your use of your iPad or iPad mini The iPad and the iPad mini go wherever you go and are at your beck and call at any time?and so is Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPad 4th Generation and iPad mini!

The fast and easy way for visual learners to get up to speed on Android Packed with step-by-step, image-driven guidance, this must-have Visual book offers the latest tips for getting the most out of your Android devices that run on the most recent versions of the Android OS. Through the use of clear, visual instruction, you will learn how to access, download, and enjoy books, apps, music, and video content as well as send photos and emails, edit media on your phones and tablets, sync with desktop and other devices and services, and effectively multi-task. Offers beginning-to-intermediate level coverage on the latest Android features for both experienced Android users and those new to the Android family Addresses a variety of quirks unique to the Android phones and tablets and discusses how to handle them Features full-color illustrations to accompany the step-by-step instructions, aimed at readers who learn best when they can see how things are done Teach Yourself VISUALLY Android Phones and Tablets is an ideal resource if you learn best via visual guidance!

Visual learners will quickly see how to take full advantage of Mac OS X Lion The latest Mac desktop operating system adds iPad functionality, a desktop App Store, and many more cool features. This guide combines step-by-step instructions with full-color illustrations to show visual learners how to take advantage of everything Lion has to offer. Plenty of screen shots show you just what to expect at every step, so you can get going quickly whether you're new to the Mac or upgrading from an earlier OS. Reviews how Lion incorporates all-new features including a multi-touch trackpad, Mission Control, App Store functionality for the desktop, and more Aims specifically at those who learn best when they see how things are done, with step-by-step instructions and full-color illustrations showing exactly what each step looks like Shows both new Mac users and those upgrading from an earlier Mac OS how to get going with OS X Lion, use all the iLife digital media applications, customize the desktop, and make the most of the latest features If you learn more quickly when someone shows you how it's done, this is the perfect Mac OS X Lion guide for you.

Get the most out of the latest MacBook Air with this easy-to-read visual guide Who doesn't love the MacBook Air? It's light as a feather, yet delivers heavyweight functionality. If you want clear, practical, visual instructions on how to use your new MacBook Air, this is the book for you. Using tons of illustrations and step-by-step explanations, Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Air gets you up and running by clearly showing you how to do everything. From the basics to everything the new OS X operating system brings to the table, this book guides you through. Walks you through all the new features and functions of the new MacBook Air Shows you how to work with the new OS X Mavericks operating system, iCloud, FaceTime, and more Covers basics, such as powering up and shutting down to running Windows applications and downloading apps from the Mac Store Features full-color screen shots to reinforce your visual learning of processes Find all the cool and practical ways to use your MacBook Air with Teach Yourself VISUALLY MacBook Air.

Get the most out of your new iPhone with this easy-to-read visual guide If you want clear, practical, visual instructions on how to use your new iPhone, this is the book for you. With over 500 color illustrations plus easy-to-follow explanations, it gets you up and running by clearly showing you how to do everything. See how to access and download books, apps, music, and video, as well as send photos, sync with your other Apple devices, and even edit movies on your phone! Guides you through all the new features and capabilities of the cutting-edge iPhone and the latest version of the iOS Shows you how to access and download books, apps, songs, and videos Walks you through sending photos and e-mails, editing movies, and syncing with other Apple devices and services Features 500 full-color screen shots to reinforce your visual learning of the mobile phone that is a worldwide phenomenon Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPhone, 2nd Edition is the ultimate visual guide to your iPhone.

Clear, practical visual instructions for getting the most out of your iPod touch The iPod touch is a popular gaming and multimedia device that does not require a contract, giving it enormous appeal. This indispensible tutorial provides you with clear, step-by-step visual instructions for using the iPod touch so you can download books, apps, music, movies, and TV shows, as well as send photos, sync with your other Apple devices, and much more. Explains how to best take advantage of the iPod touch?s full access to the Apple app store Walks you through using the Retina Display, the built-in camera, and features such as Airplay support Shows you how to capture and edit movies and photos Teach Yourself VISUALLY iPod touch is essential reading in order to enjoy your iPod touch to the max.

Take your MacBook Air to new heights! Discover how to get more than ever before out of Apple’s incredibly thin and light notebooks with help from this hands-on guide. How to Do Everything: MacBook Air shows you how to harness the power of the new Mac OS X Mountain Lion operating system, and use iTunes, iWork, iLife, iCloud, Safari, Contacts, Calendar, Reminders, Notification Center, Mail, and other powerful apps. Tap into all the computing power built into Apple’s ultra-portable MacBook Air while you’re at home, at work, or on-the-go. Custom configure your MacBook Air and navigate with the Multi-Touch trackpad Get the most out of the new Mac OS X Mountain Lion operating system Transfer data from a PC or another Mac Manage your email accounts with the Mail app Sync all of your data and devices via iCloud Connect peripherals—Bluetooth devices, printers, cameras, and more Use your MacBook Air to connect to Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Flickr, Tumblr, LinkedIn, and other services Maximize productivity tools, such as Microsoft Office and the iWork apps Download and play movies, TV shows, and games Manage your iTunes Library Get organized with the new Contacts, Calendar, and Reminders apps Communicate efficiently using the Messages app Video chat with FaceTime or Skype Run Microsoft Windows programs on your MacBook Air Update, back up, troubleshoot, and maintain your MacBook Air

Get savvy advice and hip tips on using Apple TV The Portable Genius series is all about getting the most from your Apple-inspired digital lifestyle and the popular and inexpensive Apple TV is no exception. With this helpful guide, you'll find important basics on how to stream Internet content from Netflix, Hulu Plus, YouTube, and iTune. In addition, you'll learn how Apple TV fully integrates with both iOS and OS X and acts as a media hub for viewing content from the iPad, iPhone, iPod, and Mac via an HDTV. Covering everything from simply connecting the device to a home entertainment system through setting up accounts and finding content, this handy resource is packed with tips and tricks that are all aimed at helping you get the most from your Apple TV. Offers little-known tips and tricks for streaming movies from popular services to your Apple TV as well as using Apple TV as a media hub Features detailed guidance on wirelessly connecting to personal computers and tablets Highlights ways in which you can take full advantage of AirPlay and iCloud to stream and share content from your computer or iOS device Small and portable, Apple TV Portable Genius is packed with tips and techniques about the things you most want to know about your Apple TV.