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Galaxy S II: The Missing Manual-Preston Gralla

Galaxy S II: The Missing Manual-Preston Gralla

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This guide provides comprehensive information for the Galaxy S II, a smartphone designed for users seeking advanced functionality and ease of use. Released in 2011, the Galaxy S II offers high-resolution photography, HD video recording, robust communication features, and extensive media playback capabilities. Its engineering focuses on delivering a smart and reliable mobile experience, enabling users to navigate the web, manage communications, and enjoy multimedia content efficiently.

This manual serves as an essential resource for understanding and maximizing the potential of your Galaxy S II. It covers key operational aspects, including calling and texting, internet browsing, email management, and app downloads. Furthermore, it details how to utilize the device's media features for capturing and sharing photos and videos, organizing music, and accessing entertainment. The guide also explores navigation, news, and scheduling functions, ensuring users can fully leverage the device's capabilities.

Unlock the potential of Samsung's Galaxy S II with this jargon-free guide from technology guru Preston Gralla. You’ll quickly learn how to shoot high-res photos and HD video, keep your schedule, stay in touch, and enjoy your favorite media. Every page is packed with illustrations and valuable advice to help you get the most from the smartest phone in town. (Note: This book does not cover the Galaxy S3, Galaxy S4, and later models.)

The important stuff you need to know:

  • Get dialed in. Learn your way around the Galaxy S II’s calling and texting features.
  • Go online. Browse the Web, manage email, and download apps with Galaxy S II’s 3G/4G network (or create your own hotspot).
  • Master your media. Shoot and share pictures and video, organize and play your music library—and send it wirelessly to your TV or stereo.
  • Be entertained now. Start watching movies and TV shows while they’re still loading.
  • Explore the world. Get news and weather, find a location, and navigate by GPS.
  • Check your schedule. Use the convenient calendar app, and sync it with your Google and Outlook calendars.

Preston Gralla is the author of more than 40 books, including Missing Manuals on Droid X2, Xoom, and Galaxy Tab. He’s the editor of WindowsDevCenter.com and OnDotNet, and a contributing editor to Computerworld.

Author: Gralla, Preston Publisher: O'Reilly Media Illustration: N Language: ENG Title: Galaxy S II: The Missing Manual Pages: 00436 (Unencrypted EPUB) On Sale: 2011-12-16 SKU-13/ISBN: 9781449396817 Category: Computers : Hardware - Handheld Devices


Unlock the potential of Samsung's Galaxy S II with this jargon-free guide from technology guru Preston Gralla. You’ll quickly learn how to shoot high-res photos and HD video, keep your schedule, stay in touch, and enjoy your favorite media. Every page is packed with illustrations and valuable advice to help you get the most from the smartest phone in town. (Note: This book does not cover the Galaxy S3, Galaxy S4, and later models.)

The important stuff you need to know:

  • Get dialed in. Learn your way around the Galaxy S II’s calling and texting features.
  • Go online. Browse the Web, manage email, and download apps with Galaxy S II’s 3G/4G network (or create your own hotspot).
  • Master your media. Shoot and share pictures and video, organize and play your music library—and send it wirelessly to your TV or stereo.
  • Be entertained now. Start watching movies and TV shows while they’re still loading.
  • Explore the world. Get news and weather, find a location, and navigate by GPS.
  • Check your schedule. Use the convenient calendar app, and sync it with your Google and Outlook calendars.

Preston Gralla is the author of more than 40 books, including Missing Manuals on Droid X2, Xoom, and Galaxy Tab. He’s the editor of WindowsDevCenter.com and OnDotNet, and a contributing editor to Computerworld.

Author: Gralla, Preston Publisher: O'Reilly Media Illustration: N Language: ENG Title: Galaxy S II: The Missing Manual Pages: 00436 (Unencrypted EPUB) On Sale: 2011-12-16 SKU-13/ISBN: 9781449396817 Category: Computers : Hardware - Handheld Devices