Smartphones are the answer for seniors! “Let’s get started! LINE, Instagram: A safe smartphone course for seniors” will be released by NHK Publishing on September 25th!
NHK Publishing Co., Ltd. Press release: September 25, 2025 To Members of the Press Seniors especially need smartphones! “Let’s Get Started! LINE, Instagram: A Safe Smartphone Course for Seniors” will be released by NHK Publishing on September 25th! This book provides detailed explanations of smartphone usage tips that are useful for seniors, such as “connecting with family through a group LINE” and “hosting a reunion with old friends through LINE.” Written by popular smartphone advisor Yuki Masuda.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/18219/1181/18219-1181-21f4abac478a4486ea3e7eb5b80549ea-1336×815.png This guide carefully follows the smartphone screen and provides easy-to-understand explanations from the beginning for those using LINE and Instagram for the first time. It also lists the minimum points to keep in mind, such as privacy-related posts, to enjoy the app with peace of mind.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/18219/1181/18219-1181-d99d2ada516b55d49c7e7661090e1b31-1335×815.png Even if you learn how to use a smartphone, you won’t feel satisfied with mastering it. Use LINE and Instagram to make your daily life more enjoyable! Message from Author Yuki Masuda “I’m getting old, so I don’t really understand smartphones.” Do you ever feel that way? And I’m sure the people around you and the general public think the same thing. “Seniors aren’t good at using smartphones.” I find that really frustrating! Because age has absolutely nothing to do with it. It’s not that “seniors can’t do it,” it’s just that they don’t know about smartphones or aren’t used to them. Conversely, anyone can use one once they know about them. Put aside that feeling of “I’m getting old.” Today is the youngest day of your life! Start using your smartphone today, now. (Excerpt from “Introduction” in “Practical Life Series: Let’s Get Started! LINE, Instagram: A Safe Smartphone Course for Seniors”)
Table of contents Chapter 1: Get started using LINE and Instagram on your smartphone! What are LINE and Instagram? Masuda’s Daily Smartphone Tips How to Create an Account Chapter 2: Using LINE LINE Basics Masuda Style! 3 Ways to Enjoy LINE Check before starting LINE! LINE Terms You Should Know How to Install the LINE App How to Start Using LINE Add family and friends to your “Friends” list! Organize your unknown “Friends”! Let’s chat! Try using stamps! Try using “Keep Notes”! Send photos! Create a group! Create an album! You can even make calls via LINE! Enjoy Group Calls and Video Calls Chapter 3: Using Instagram Instagram Basics Masuda Style! 3 Ways to Enjoy Instagram Things to Check Before Starting Instagram! Instagram Terms You Should Know How to Install the Instagram App How to Get Started with Instagram Share your hobbies! Try posting! Chapter 4: How to Use Social Media Safely What are some bad habits to avoid on LINE and Instagram?
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/18219/1181/18219-1181-a053f82a91599501c81cd1163748ce52-1335×812.png Supervision Yuki Masuda Smartphone usage advisor. Digital Promotion Committee member appointed by the Digital Agency. Since 2000, he has run a smartphone and computer class for seniors in Urayasu City, Chiba Prefecture. Currently, he has several hundred students. He has taught a total of over 15,000 seniors. He lectures at seminars hosted by local governments and companies, and is also active on television and in magazines.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/18219/1181/18219-1181-66a23037ab605894474829d7f8cadc0a-621×761.png Book title: Let’s get started! LINE, Instagram: Safe Smartphone Course for Seniors Supervised by: Yuki Masuda Edited by: NHK Publishing Publisher: NHK Publishing Release date: September 25, 2025 Price: ¥1,430 (tax included) Format: AB paperback Number of pages: 96 (all colors) ISBN: 978-4-14-199370-4 URL: NHK Publishing EC site → https://www.nhk-book.co.jp/detail/000061993702025.html Amazon→ https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4141993700 Rakuten Books →
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