iPhone: The Missing Manual
by David Pogue
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Book Reviews of iPhone: The Missing Manual
Book Review: Definitely the missing manual, but little more
Summary: 4 Stars
"iPhone: The Missing Manual" is definitely a good replacement for the user's manual that was not in the box ... and probably much better than what Apple might have put there. The author covers most if not all of the functionality of the device and includes relevant screenshots and diagrams. His prose is readable and generally devoid of technobabble. It is easy to read, easy to reference, and certainly easy on the eyes.
Pogue's book arguably deserves five of my review stars since the content does indeed follow the title, but it is a little *too much* like the manual in my opinion. While he does present some interesting anecdotes about the development and marketing of the device and some tips you wouldn't ever get from the manufacturer, I expected more from a third party and especially O'Reilly. The troubleshooting chapter is not much longer than one would expect in the manufacturer's version. The "Hacking the iPhone" section, which is where one would think might be the meat in an O'Reilly book, is a disappointing four page appendix.
I wholeheartedly recommend this for the lay user, but the technically-savvy can get all they need from a ten minute perusal at the book store.
Book Review: The Best Accessory You Can Buy for the iPhone
Summary: 5 Stars
"The book that should have been in the box" but be glad it wasn't because the book wouldn't be anywhere near as good as it is or as funny. The Author is constantly making comments on how inferrer the at&t Edge network is, and the way he does it is amusing. I was one of those people who had to get the iPhone on the first day of issue, and have used it everyday since, this book is the best accessory you can buy for your iPhone hands down. There are time saving tips, short cuts in every chapter and even a few money saving tips like how to make free yes FREE overseas phone calls using your iPhone. I bought this book as a reference and ended up reading the whole book cover to cover. It's well written, concise and has lots of photos and examples. One of the areas I found most useful in this book was how to use your iPhone to sync addresses and address books from multiple computers using your iPhone. That info itself was worth the price of the book, it was a huge time saver for me. If you own an iPhone I highly recommend this book to unlock the power of your awesome device.Book Review: A must for all iPhone owners
Summary: 5 Stars
WARNING.....if you don't have an iPhone, don't buy this book because it will make you immediately go out and want to buy one.
This is THE must book for all iPhone owners. I had no idea that the iPhone had so many functions, and best of all it taught me things that I would never have figured out on my own - ever. Apple provided very limited documentation and the iPhone and basic functions are so easy to figure out I will bet most people will not go to the Apple website and print out the manual- http://www.apple.com/support/manuals/iphone/ - and really miss out on what the iPhone has in that great, technomagical, small package.
The book is easy reading with lots of pictures. Very well written and fun to read.
The phone is an expensive investment when you consider that you can get free cell phones from carriers. Buy this book and get maximum return on your investment and maximize what it can do for you.
Book Review: 5 Star for the Novice iPhoner - Pass if you know a lot already
Summary: 5 Stars
The book itself is written well and pictures are everywhere - always a good thing with tech books. Who the book is written for though? I would say novice iPhone users who feel they just HAVE to have a book. My mom loves this book and finds it helps her out a lot. Of course - she didn't even know how to input a persons phone number in her last cell phone. For those with basic cell phone knowledge, the iPhone's interface just made sense and didn't require a manual. This book is just that - a manual. It is still entertaining to read, but the amount of tricks you would expect to find in this are not there. This was my first "Missing Manual" book I've picked up, and now I realize it isn't for everyone. In the books defense - it is out only months after the iPhone's release. Pogue got his review iPhone in early June. And most importantly the book is updated via a website with new information about software updates and new features.Book Review: iPhone - The Unmissable Manual
Summary: 5 Stars
David Pogue's independant manual for the iPhone is, quite simply, a book you have to read if you have an iPhone - or are thinking of getting one. When you invest in an iPhone, one of the first things you'll notice as you open the box is the absence of a conventional instruction manual - especially after the ever-increasingly thick tomes supplied with Nokia et al. So whereas the iPhone is extremely user-friendly, it's accompanying leaflet is derisory if you really want to get the best from Apple's baby. In an easy-to-read and logical layout, the "Missing Manual" addresses all the questions you're ever likely to raise about iPhones and answers them.
Now all we need is a Volume Two to do the same for the Version Two, 3G iPhone when it is (finally) released - and if Mr. Apple is reading this in Apple valley, US of A, please send me a 3G, V2 iPhone as soon as you can - after you've sent one to Mt. Pogue!