Droid 2 For Dummies (For Dummies (Computer Tech)) at Dominant Systems Book Store

Find out what your Droid 2 does with this indispensable, full-color reference!

The highly anticipated arrival of the Droid 2 runs on the latest version of Google's mobile operating system and boasts a suite of apps that wirelessly synchronize with Gmail, Calendar, Contacts, Maps, and Microsoft Exchange. Ultimate For Dummies author Dan Gookin shows you how to maximize the performance of your Droid 2 smartphone in his unique fun-and-friendly manner, holding your hand the entire way. Sure, the basics of setup and configuration are covered, but you’ll also explore texting, e-mailing, accessing the Internet, using maps and navigation, syncing with a PC, and more. Gookin's accessible and fun writing style strikes a perfect balance for explaining important content in a way that is easily digestible.

Delves into the basics and beyond by covering the new and exciting Droid 2
Shows you how to set up and configure your Droid 2
Walks you through texting, e-mailing, accessing the Internet, synching with a PC, using maps and navigation, shooting pictures and video, and more
Explains how to expand the phone's potential with cool apps from the Android Market
Encourages you to refer to the various fun-but-straightforward chapters as you explore the exciting new features of your Droid 2 phone

Don't be left in the dark with what the new Droid does—dive into the full-color Droid 2 For Dummies today!

Customer Reviews & Comments
I am writing this review for those who are not already smartphone users (which includes me). Perhaps the most important thing to point out is that this book is intended to serve as a reference, not necessarily to be read cover-to-cover, which at over 300 pages might seem like a lot to have to plow through. Thankfully, each chapter is self-contained, so you can jump around to find those that are best suited to addressing your interests. Basically, I found this book easy to read, nicely illustrated (with color photographs), and definitely informative. (The author has written many books on technology topics, including the very first "For Dummies" book--on DOS--way back in 1991.) The book is organized in six parts: Part I: Droid 2: The Sequel. This is your basic introduction and familiarization. Part II: Phone 101. How to use your Droid 2 as a phone. Part III: Beyond Telephone Communications. Text messaging, sending and receiving emails, web browsing, social media, networks. Part IV: More than a Mere Mortal Cell Phone. Addresses other things you can do, such as find locations on a map, get verbal driving directions, shoot videos, and play music and games. Part V: Hither and Thither. Using your phone overseas, making international calls, customizing for maintenance and troubleshooting. Part VI: The Part of Tens. A traditional end for "For Dummies" books. Tips, tricks, things to remember, and some of the author's favorite apps. In short, although even an experienced smartphone user might find some useful information and tips in this book, I am not sure these users would find the book worth the time, effort or price. However, if you are new to smartphones (and if you just got a Droid 2), then this book is well written, easy to use and sufficiently complete to merit your careful consideration. I am glad to have it.

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