MOTOROLA XOOM

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Email

sometimes it’s best to email . . .

At a glance

Gmail, personal mail, corporate mail, and more. For a quick overview, see At a glance: Email & contacts”.

Read & reply to email messages

Find it: Apps > Email

Touch a message to open it and all of its replies.

Respond to a message: Touch to reply or to reply to all.

Forward a message: Touch .

Open options: Touch View.

Create email messages

Find it: Apps > Email or Gmail

Touch , then, enter the recipient and message. Touch to add attachments.

Tip: When you enter text in the To: field, your tablet shows possible matches from your Contacts list, if any exist.

Receive & open email attachments

When you receive a message with an attachment, you’ll see the attachment as a thumbnail. Touch View or Save.

Tip: To send and receive large attachments faster, use a Wi-Fi™ connection, in Wi-Fi™”.

Set up email

The first time you turned on your tablet, you logged in to your Gmail™ account.

To add other email accounts, touch

Apps > Settings

> Accounts & sync > Add account.

 

Corporate is for Exchange server work email accounts. Enter details from your IT administrator.

Tip: You might need to enter your domain name with your user name (like domain/username).

Email is for most personal email accounts. For account details, contact the account provider.

Note: While you are using a Wi-Fi network, you cannot access Yahoo Mail accounts. You can still use your browser to see these accounts at mail.yahoo.com.

Google is for adding another Gmail account.

Synchronize email, contacts, & calendar

When you first logged in to your Gmail account on your tablet, you were automatically given access to the same personal information (emails, events, and contacts) that you have on a computer using Gmail, Google Calendar™, and Contacts.

If you use Microsoft Office Outlook on your work computer, your tablet can synchronize emails, events, and contacts with your Microsoft Exchange server.

To automatically sync your applications data, touch

Apps > Settings > Accounts & sync > Add account > Auto-sync.

To select which apps to synchronize:

1 Touch

Apps > Settings > Accounts & sync > Add

Email

account.

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Motorola XOOM manual Read & reply to email messages, Create email messages, Receive & open email attachments, Set up email

XOOM specifications

The Motorola XOOM, released in early 2011, was one of the first tablets to run Google's Android 3.0 Honeycomb operating system, which was specifically designed for tablets. This groundbreaking device marked Motorola’s significant entry into the tablet market and set a new standard for Android tablets at the time.

One of the defining features of the Motorola XOOM is its impressive 10.1-inch display, boasting a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels. The screen offered vibrant colors, sharp images, and wide viewing angles, making it perfect for media consumption, including videos and gaming. The XOOM featured a dual-core 1 GHz NVIDIA Tegra 2 processor, which provided the device with the power needed for smooth multitasking and enhanced performance across various applications.

The Motorola XOOM was equipped with 1 GB of RAM and came in multiple storage options, including 32 GB and later 64 GB. For users who required additional storage, the device supported microSD cards, allowing for an easy increase in capacity. Its robust design and solid build quality also contributed to its appeal, with a sleek aluminum body that exuded a premium feel.

In terms of connectivity, the XOOM was ahead of its time, offering 3G and later LTE options, making it one of the first tablets available with 4G capabilities. The device also included Wi-Fi connectivity, Bluetooth, and a mini HDMI port, enabling users to connect to external displays easily.

The XOOM featured a 5-megapixel rear camera with a dual LED flash and a 2-megapixel front-facing camera, making it suitable for video calls and basic photography. This versatility was particularly appealing for users who favored video conferencing or taking casual photos with their tablet.

One notable characteristic of the Motorola XOOM was its emphasis on multimedia and productivity. The device came with various pre-installed applications that made it suitable for both entertainment and work. With access to the Android Market, users could download thousands of apps, enhancing the tablet's functionality.

In summary, the Motorola XOOM represented a significant step forward in tablet technology with its powerful performance, stunning display, and versatile features. Although it faced competition in an increasingly crowded market, the XOOM's innovative design and capabilities established it as an influential device in the evolution of tablets.