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iPhone For Seniors For Dummies

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The perfect guide for seniors who want to stay connected iPhone For Seniors For Dummies, 2025 Edition helps you make the most out of your iPhone. You'll learn all about iPhone models and get help in deciding which one suits you best. If you've already got your phone in hand, you're ready to make calls, send text messages, check your e-mail, use FaceTime, track your health and medications, and beyond. The step-by-step instructions are right here. With the help of this clear and accessible Dummies guide, you'll set up your phone and discover all its features. Start making photo and video memories, know what's happening with the weather, and download games and other apps. You'll also learn how to keep your phone safe, secure, and up to date—no worries.

Choose the iPhone that meets your needs, customize your settings, and start calling and texting
Learn to make video calls with FaceTime and connect with friends
Discover utilities and features that can make your life easier
Play games, browse the internet, and watch movies on your iPhone

With larger print, clear figures, and senior-focused content, this no-nonsense book is perfect for iPhone users in the 55+ club who want everything explained in one place.

The perfect guide for seniors who want to stay connected iPhone For Seniors For Dummies, 2025 Edition helps you make the most out of your iPhone. You'll learn all about iPhone models and get help in deciding which one suits you best. If you've already got your phone in hand, you're ready to make calls, send text messages, check your e-mail, use FaceTime, track your health and medications, and beyond. The step-by-step instructions are right here. With the help of this clear and accessible Dummies guide, you'll set up your phone and discover all its features. Start making photo and video memories, know what's happening with the

weather, and download games and other apps. You'll also learn how to keep your phone safe, secure, and up to date—no worries.

Choose the iPhone that meets your needs, customize your settings, and start calling and texting
Learn to make video calls with FaceTime and connect with friends
Discover utilities and features that can make your life easier
Play games, browse the internet, and watch movies on your iPhone

With larger print, clear figures, and senior-focused content, this no-nonsense book is perfect for iPhone users in the 55+ club who want everything explained in one place.

iPhone for Seniors For Dummies Cheat Sheet

This cheat sheet gives you a rundown of some of the most useful features and apps so you can find what you need to customize your iPhone’s behavior. See how to get the most out of Siri (your iPhone’s virtual assistant), review some favorite apps for news and weather, and discover several of the most popular apps for multimedia.

About The Author

Dwight Spivey has been an expert on all things Apple for 20+ years. He’s the author of many technology books, including the most recent edition of iPad For Seniors For Dummies. Dwight is also the Educational Technology Administrator at Spring Hill College in Mobile, AL.