""My iPad mini"" offers a full-color, fully illustrated, step by step resource for anyone using an iPad mini. Each task is presented in easy to follow steps - each with corresponding visuals that are numbered to match the step they are referred by. Notes and sidebars offer additional insight into using the iPad mini without the need to search through paragraphs of text to find the information you need. Tasks are clearly titled to help you quickly and easily find things you want to accomplish. Everything you need to know (or didn't know was possible) is covered in this book. From setup and configuration to using apps like iBooks, Reminders, Calendar, Pages and Maps, each task is clearly illustrated and easy to follow. Learn how to use the iPad two cameras to take pictures and video and share them with friends or chat with them live. Learn how to: Connect your iPad mini to your Wi-Fi and 3G/4G LTE networks Use Siri to control your iPad mini or get information by speaking commands Use iCloud to keep everything current between all of your iOS devices (and even your Mac), including music, photos, emails, and more. Surf the Web, and send and receive email Download and install apps to make your iPad mini even more useful Use the new iBooks app features Record and edit video using iMovie for iPad Take photos, and then edit them using iPhoto for iPad Stream audio and video to Apple TV and other devices Manage your contacts, and then connect with others using Messaging Stay organized with the Calendar app Use FaceTime and Skype to stay connected with friends and family, or to conduct video conferences Use Pages and Numbers to create documents and spreadsheets Use Keynote to build and display presentations,Covers iOS 8 for all models of iPad mini "My iPad mini" helps you quickly get started with your new tablet, and use its features to look up information and perform day-to-day activities from anywhere, any time. " Step-by-step instructions " with callouts to iPad mini photos that show you exactly what to do. " Help "when you run into iPad mini problems or limitations. " Tips and notes " to help you get the most from your iPad mini. " Full-color ," step-by-step tasks walk you through getting and keeping your iPad mini working just the way you want. Learn how to: Connect your iPad mini to your Wi-Fi and your mobile carrier Learn how to use the on-screen keyboard, predictive text, and dictation Use Control Center to control frequently used settings Use Siri to control your iPad mini or get information by speaking commands Use iCloud to keep everything current between all your iOS devices (even your Mac), including music, photos, emails, and more Surf the Web, and send and receive email Download and install apps to make your iPad mini even more useful Secure your iPad, and learn what to do when things go wrong Record and edit video using iMovie for iPad Take photos, and then edit them using iPhoto for iPad Use AirDrop to share files and information with other iOS devices nearby Manage your contacts, and then connect with others using Messaging Use FaceTime and Skype to stay connected with friends and family Use Pages, Numbers, and Keynote to create documents and presentations Discover some of the most useful and entertaining apps ",Covers iOS 8 on iPad mini My iPad mini helps you quickly get started with your new tablet, and use its features to look up information and perform day-to-day activities from anywhere, any time. Step-by-step instructions with callouts to iPad mini photos that show you exactly what to do. Help when you run into iPad mini problems or limitations. Tips and notes to help you get the most from your iPad mini. Full-color , step-by-step tasks walk you through getting and keeping your iPad mini working just the way you want. Learn how to: * Connect your iPad mini to your Wi-Fi and your mobile carrier * Learn how to use the on-screen keyboard, predictive text, and dictation * Use Control Center to control frequently used settings * Use Siri to control your iPad mini or get information by speaking commands * Use iCloud to keep everything current between all your iOS devices (even your Mac), including music, photos, emails, and more * Surf the Web, and send and receive email * Download and install apps to make your iPad mini even more useful * Secure your iPad, and learn what to do when things go wrong * Record and edit video using iMovie for iPad * Take photos, and then edit them using iPhoto for iPad * Use AirDrop to share files and information with other iOS devices nearby * Manage your contacts, and then connect with others using Messaging * Use FaceTime and Skype to stay connected with friends and family * Use Pages, Numbers, and Keynote to create documents and presentations * Discover some of the most useful and entertaining apps