Wednesday, December 12, 2018

Welcome to iPad Basics - Spring 2019

Seminar Description: Coming soon! 

Co Leaders: Carol Dabrowiak and Melissa Green. We look forward to meeting you!


Here is a hint: In Basics we focus on the apps that were on your device when you opened the box. We will not be using the campus WIFI to access online resources. Plan to use your HOME WIFI to check email, read web pages or search for new apps instead of campus wifi.


Thursday, October 18, 2018

iPhone Basic Photography

Welcome to iPhone Basic Photography which begins this Friday, Oct. 19 @ 9:30 a.m. Our classroom is Alpine 236. It's a seminar for those new to using the phone camera feature and those who want to sharpen skills.

We'll begin with camera access, mode selection, the grid, camera orientation, focus/exposure, zoom, flash, timer, and more.

It does not matter whether you are using IOS 11 or 12-we'll talk about this. Bring your phone!


Five Meeting Dates: 10/19, 10/26, 11/9, 11/16, 11/30


Point your iPhone at this QR Code to open this RS iOS Basics website.
graphical design for website address

Wednesday, September 26, 2018

@Arden Dimick Library - Smartphone Photography

See our dedicated page to this one-morning meeting reviewing the wonders of Smartphone Photography.

Visit the link above for links to help you with Google and YouTube searches as well as handouts. You will find related Fall 2018 RenSoc seminar descriptions and community resources to help you master the computer you can hold in your hands.

Questions were asked by iPhone and Android participants. Answers for iPhone folks are available.

Friday, August 24, 2018

Fall 2018 - iPhone Basic Photography


iPhone Basic Photography 
9:30 to 10:45 a.m., Alpine 236
Seminar meets second six weeks: Oct. 19 to Nov. 30!
Barbara Beddow, Colleen Wong

The best camera is the one you always have with you! This iPhone basic photography seminar is designed for beginning users wanting to discover the power of photo features. There will be time for hands-on practice and group discussion. Participants will need an Apple ID and password and have email set up on their device. Check our website for additional info.

Six sessions  - Draft of Agenda and Activities
  1. Using the Camera app: exposure, focus, burst shooting; modes - video, slo-mo, portrait, pano; orientation - portrait or landscape; volume buttons, grid
  2. Easy access to camera app; timer
  3. Composition and photographic techniques; using a tripod
  4. Camera and Photo apps activities: cropping (for composition and level horizon); introduction to editing photos
  5. Photos: Albums (included and create your own); including photos in email and messages 
  6. Accessories (clip-on lenses) and Photos editing images
Please get the Apple iPhone User Guide for your model of iPhone. Review this guide for hints that will help you discover the fun in your iPhone, especially the Camera and Photos chapters.

Friday, April 6, 2018

iPad - Sharing, Messages, Email, Safari

This website could be a tap away. Just view the page, touch the Share button and then find the Save to Home Screen option. Now an icon will appear on your screen just like an app.

Did you find iBooks on your iPad? Did you search the iBook Store for the iPad User Guide and download this free reference?

The User Guide is our reference for the topics we share in class. Along with other wonderful online resources:

Today at Apple - In Store Workshops
Apple Support - website of help
Apple YouTube Channel

 Sac Public Library - Digital Library > Online Learning > Lynda.com

Use these resources to read, watch and listen about iPad operations.

Thursday, March 15, 2018

iPad Basics - Welcome!

Welcome to iPad Basics. The class will meet in Alpine 204 at 9:30 am.

This Friday we'll discuss:
  • Know your iPad
  • Control Center
  • Notifications
  • iBooks
  • iPad User Guide
And have time for questions at the end.

Co Leaders: Carol Dabrowiak and Melissa Green. We look forward to meeting you!

Here is a hint: In Basics we focus on the apps that were on your device when you opened the box. We will not be using the campus WIFI to access online resources. Plan on using your home WIFI to check email, read web pages or search for new apps.


Resources you want to know about:
  • Today at Apple - FREE workshops on a wide variety of topics related to iPad, iPhone and other Apple technology. 
  • Apple Support - online website and app on your device.
  • MacNexus - Sacramento iPhone-iPad-Mac user group; attend members workshops. 
  • Apple iBooks User Guides for iPad, iPhone and more.
  • Apple Tips app.  
  • Video courses from Lynda.com with library card!