All about iPads, apps, and accessories at Kansas State University. For more sharing, join the K-State iPad User Group at www.coe.k-state.edu/ipadusergroup/ .
K-State provides wireless network services (Wi-Fi) for university students, faculty, staff and guests and has three primary wireless networks to which they may connect:
KSU Wireless — A secure network for current students, faculty and staff not living in residence halls or the Jardine Apartments.
KSU Housing — A secure network for residence halls and the Jardine Apartments residents.
KSU Guest — Campus visitors can use this network, which has NO security and does not require an eID/password.
The Division of Information Technology has made improvements to the KSU Wireless Network infrastructure. Therefore, as you return to the K-State campuses, you will need to remove or “forget” your current K-State wireless connection and create a new one for your phones, tablets, laptops, and computers.
February 2017 iPad User Group meeting Thursday, Feb. 9 noon- 1 p.m.
106 Bluemont Hall
“Advanced Text Editing on the iPad: Microsoft Word vs. Apple Pages” is this month’s topic. We will do a comparison of the free Microsoft Word and Apple Pages apps. Some people prefer Word and its integration with K-State’s Office 365 suite, and others like Pages because of its integration with iCloud across their Apple devices. Which do you prefer? Come and help us compare the pros and cons of each app.
Among other things, we’ll look at:
Features and user interface
Creating and editing documents
Saving and storage of documents
Sharing and collaboration
Importing and exporting documents between the two apps
On Thursday, Aug. 25, Apple released an emergency security patch version iOS 9.3.5 after discovering a spyware that lets hackers take full control of any iPhone. The spyware lets hackers spy on your calls and messages.
To download and install iOS 9.3.5 security patch on your iPhone or iPad, go to Settings > General > Software Update > tap “Download and Install”.
For more information about the iOS 9.3.5 security update, visit support.apple.com. K-State Information Technology Services recommends that everyone with an Apple iOS device update to version 9.3.5 as soon as possible.
Join us at noon Thursday, May 12, in 106 Bluemont Hall for part 2 of our in-depth look at the Settings app and how you can adjust your iPad to suit your specific preferences. Topics include:
Wi-Fi troubleshooting
Bluetooth use
Do Not Disturb
Wallet and Apple Pay
iCloud Settings and backup (what is backed up?)
Notifications (alert styles)
Messages and FaceTime settings
Safari settings
Photos and Camera app settings
Feel free to bring your lunch! For additional resources, visit College of Education’s iPad User Group website.
Join us at noon Thursday, April 14, in 21 Bluemont Hall as we take an in-depth look at the Settings app and how you can adjust your iPad to suit your specific preferences.
Siri
Multitasking (allow multiple apps, video overlay, gestures)
This month, we will be showing tips for troubleshooting frequent iPad problems, and also take a look at two apps for creating mind-maps (visual diagrams): iThoughts and Inspiration Maps. Please come and share any mind-map apps that you might be using.
March 2016 iPad User Group Meeting noon-1 p.m. Thursday, March 10, 2016 21 Bluemont Hall
The December 2015 iPad User Group meeting will feature a little fun with holiday apps and ideas. Come ready to share your favorite holiday apps, including books, games, shopping, cooking, and creative activities such as making cards and scrapbooks.
Join us noon-1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, in 121 Bluemont Hall.
As always, please come with any questions you may have about your iPad. You are welcome to bring your lunch (and holiday treats to share)!
This month’s iPad User Group meeting will focus on Adobe Acrobat on the iPad. The meeting is noon – 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, in Room 21 Bluemont Hall. Topics we’ll cover:
how to open and view PDF documents from your mail, web browser, or cloud services
filling in forms
commenting in and annotating documents
using this app with an Adobe Document Cloud (DC) subscription/K-State Acrobat Pro license:
The iPad User Group will meet noon – 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, in 21 Bluemont Hall. This meeting will review iOS 9, the latest iteration of Apple’s mobile operating system. Included in the update are built-in app enhancements (Notes, Maps, News, Wallet, iCloud Drive); new multitasking features (slide over, split view); new QuickType keyboard features; search enhancements; and improved security features.
As always, you are welcome to bring your lunch, and your questions! Please see the iPad User Group website for resources and more information about our user group.
The December 2015 iPad User Group meeting will feature a little fun with holiday apps and ideas. Come ready to share your favorite holiday apps, including books, games, shopping, cooking, and creative activities such as making cards and scrapbooks.
