Video Tutorials / iPad
5/9/12
Learn how to control which apps send you notifications and how they do it. You can choose how and where the notification appears, whether the app puts numbers in the icon or plays sounds. You can also arrange the order for notifications when viewed in the notifications center. (Read More,
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4/27/12
With AirPlay and the help of the Mac app AirServer, you can bring your iPad or iPhone’s screen to your Mac. You can then capture the screen using your favorite video capture software. This new method replaces the old method of using expensive HDMI cables and capture hardware. (Read More,
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4/20/12
There are many tips and tricks you can use to make it easier to type on the iPad. You can hold down keys to bring up special characters, ignore apostrophes and learn to tap-hold-release to get to some characters with less effort. Also learn about splitting and undocking the keyboard on the iPad. (Read More,
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3/30/12
There are plenty of graphics apps for the iPhone and iPad that can make wallpapers for use as your lock screen or home screen background. But Sticky Notes makes it very easy to create lock screens that contain personal information, reminders or other messages. (Read More,
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3/23/12
iOS doesn’t use a file system like a computer. Documents are stored with an their app. GoodReader is an app that lets you store and read a variety of documents on your iPad or iPhone. You can transfer files using iTunes, Dropbox, your own server or any number of other methods. http://macmost.com/j-goodreaderipad http://macmost.com/j-goodreaderiphone (Read More,
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3/16/12
The new iPad has a retina display that doubles the numbers of horizontal and vertical pixels, giving you four times the total number of pixels on the screen. The result is a much better display for text, graphics and photos. Learn more about the retina display and see comparisons between the iPad 2 and the [...] (Read More,
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3/14/12
The Journals feature of iPhoto for iOS allows you to publish galleries of photos to your iCloud account. You can play with the journals to turn them into scrapbooks of photos, text, and other elements. The journals appear on the Web and you can share them with your friends. (Read More,
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3/12/12
The new iPhoto app for the iPhone and iPad allows you to adjust and apply effects to photos. You can also share your photos in a variety of ways. (Read More,
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3/9/12
You can sync many iOS devices, like iPhones, iPod touches and iPads, to the same Mac. If you own more than one iOS device, you can specify exactly which items ares synced to which device. You do not have to use the same settings for the devices. They can all behave differently. (Read More,
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1/27/12
The new iTunes U app for iPad lets you subscribe to entire college courses. The courses can include video, audio, reading materials, apps, web links and other items. You can follow along with the course and take notes. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On todays episode let's take [...] (Read More,
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1/25/12
The new version of iBooks for iPad allows you to read advanced textbooks. These can include interactive images, 3D objects and even review quizzes. You can add your own notes and then review them as Flash cards. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On todays episode let's take a [...] (Read More,
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1/23/12
Take a quick look at iBooks Author, the new tool from Apple that lets you create textbooks for the iPad. You can design and layout pages like in iWork Pages. You can also add special elements like photo galleries, quizzes, 3D objects and interactive images. (Read More,
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1/4/12
If you own multiple iOS devices you may want each one to be able to receive its own messages and FaceTime video calls. This is handy if you have kids with their own iPods or iPads, but they are too young to have their own Apple ID. You need to specify special email accounts to [...] (Read More,
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12/28/11
You can show your iPad or iPhone screen on your television wirelessly using your Apple TV 2. You need the latest iOS device and the Apple TV 2. You can also do it with cable adapters. The result is you can see whatever is on your iOS screen on your TV. Video Transcript (Click to [...] (Read More,
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12/23/11
Parents of kids who have an iPad or iPod touch may want to know how to control restrictions in iOS Settings. It is fairly simple to restrict content like movies, music and apps. You can also set the device so your kids can’t add new apps or change email or other settings. Video Transcript (Click [...] (Read More,
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12/19/11
All iPhone, iPad and iPod touch users should know how to use the multitasking bar. It allows you to view your recently used apps, quit apps, control audio playback and AirPlay streaming. Learn how to access and use it. Also learn how to quit an app without using the multitasking bar at all. Video Transcript [...] (Read More,
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10/28/11
Learn how to add keyboard shortcuts to your iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. Keyboard shortcuts can make it much easier to type using the on-screen keyboard. You can substitute short groups of letters for longer phrases, like ‘em’ for your email address or ‘icu’ for ‘I’ll call you later.’ Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, [...] (Read More,
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10/21/11
iOS 5 for the iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad has a great set of accessibility features that can be useful for just about anyone. You can zoom in on the screen, change the font size for some apps, have your iPhone speak text on web pages and in documents, use multi-touch gestures with just one [...] (Read More,
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10/12/11
Take a look at the new features in iOS 5. New apps like Reminders and Messages add new functionality. Notifications now have a wider set of options. Twitter is built in to many apps. You can move and split the on-screen keyboard. You can sync with iCloud and use an iOS device independent of any [...] (Read More,
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4/27/11
Update: This technique also now works with the iPhone 4S. Update: See episode 702 for a new method of doing this. Learn how I capture the iPad 2′s screen to use in presentations and video podcasts. You must use the iPad 2 plus the HDMi adapter. Then bring the HDMI in to your Mac or [...] (Read More,
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4/15/11
With the most recent iOS on your iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch you can use AirPrint to print a document from some apps to some printers. Find out which printers are compatible and how the printing process works. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. With today's episode let's learn [...] (Read More,
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4/6/11
Many U.S. libraries will let you borrow electronic versions of books using your Mac, iPhone or iPad. But using an app on the iPad you can check out e-books and audio books. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. Today let's look at borrowing book from the library, using your [...] (Read More,
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3/30/11
There are three simple steps you can take to protect your iPad against being lost or stolen. Use the passcode feature to stop someone else from accessing your data. Set up Find My iPad with your MobileMe or free Apple ID. Put a message on your lock screen to help someone return your lost iPad [...] (Read More,
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3/23/11
Take a look at iMovie for the iPad 2. This simplified version of the desktop software allows you to put together clips you take with your iPad’s cameras into short movies. You can choose a theme that determines the look of the transitions and titles. You can insert audio and photos. Video Transcript (Click to [...] (Read More,
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3/18/11
Take a look at the iPad 2′s cameras. While they are fine for video chatting and posting online, they are not good enough quality for even casual photography. See a side-by-side comparison with the iPhone 4′s camera. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On today's episode, let's look at [...] (Read More,
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3/14/11
Take a look at the new GarageBand app for iPad. It provides a similar, but simpler interface for editing music as compared to GarageBand for Mac. But it also has screens that allow you to play keyboards, guitar, bass and drums. You can play each note, or use smart instruments to quickly compose with chords, [...] (Read More,
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3/11/11
Take a look at the new iPad 2. It has two cameras and three new apps to support them. You can also get a new smart cover and an HDMI cable. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary with MacMost Now. On this episode let's take a look at the new iPad 2. [...] (Read More,
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3/2/11
Apple announced the iPad 2 today with a faster processor, thinner design and two video cameras. On shelves on March 11, there will also be a new version of iOS that day and major new apps for the iPad 2: Photo Booth, FaceTime, iMovie and GarageBand. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi, this is Gary [...] (Read More,
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12/1/10
The 4.2.1 update for iOS brings many new features to the iPad. You can now run several apps at once, organize apps into folders, print to some wireless printers and search inside web pages. There are also improvements to Mail ;and other default apps. Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi. This is Gary with MacMost [...] (Read More,
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8/25/10
Learn how to change some basic setting on your iPad to customize it to you needs and personality. Also, find out about Gary’s new book: My iPad. http://macmost.com/myipad Video Transcript (Click to Expand) Hi! This is Gary with MacMost Now.On today's episode let's look at ways that you can customize your iPad. So if you [...] (Read More,
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