Introduction

Kindle Fire HDX is a very affordable way to get at all kinds of media, from music and videos to books and colorful magazines. It’s also a device that allows you to browse the Internet, connect to your Facebook account, make video calls via Skype, take photos, check your e-mail, and read documents. The portability of both the 7-inch and 8.9-inch models makes it incredibly useful for people on the go in today’s fast-paced world.

In this book, I introduce you to all the cool features of Kindle Fire HDX, providing tips and advice for getting the most out of this ingenious little tablet. I help you find your way around its attractive and easy-to-use interface, provide advice about getting the most out of the Amazon Cloud Drive for storing content, and even recommend some neat apps that make your Kindle Fire HDX more functional and fun.

About This Book

“If Kindle Fire HDX is so easy to use, why do I need a book?” you may be asking yourself. When I first sat down with Kindle Fire HDX, it took about a week of poking around to find settings, features, and ways to buy and locate my content and apps. When was the last time you had a week to spare? I’ve spent the time so that you can quickly and easily get the hang of all the Kindle Fire HDX features and discover a few tricks I bet your friends won’t uncover for quite a while.

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