This is a must-have book for seniors--and anyone seeking to get the most out of their smart phone. I found the basic information presented in clear, concise and readable language and appreciated the informative illustrations. I was also delighted to find that Goldberg includes some valuable tips for more advanced smart phone users.

From the start, Anne inspires readers to embrace smartphones with curiosity rather than fear, showing how learning new technology can stimulate the brain. Her conversational tone, sprinkled with nostalgic anecdotes, makes the journey enjoyable and accessible. She provides a brief history of cell phones, practical tips for choosing the right device, and a clear, user-friendly guide to essential functions and features. With a deep understanding of her audience, Anne not only teaches smartphone basics but also highlights their potential to simplify and enrich everyday life.

From setting up your phone, to changing the settings, messaging, emails, apps and more, this book is for us. Anne’s book makes me feel less dependent on my grandkids and more independent. Nothing makes you feel dumber than asking a twelve-year-old how do you this or that. Well, no more for me. Anne’s book makes me feel like I’m young enough to learn how to be self-sufficient with my phone. Thank you. From no longer dazed and confused.

Anne Goldberg has a knack for making learning how to use cell phones easy and fun. Her experience coupled with her ability to communicate makes it possible for everyone to learn how to use (or make better use of) their cell phones. The book is a great reference tool, so if you don’t remember something, it’s easy to find what you’re looking for. I highly recommend this book to any senior (and frankly, anyone else who wants a simple how-to guide for cell phones).

I found this book easy to read, entertaining, accessible and, above all, USEFUL! I’m a young Baby Boomer and fairly tech-savvy, but I still learned things that have made me even more efficient using my mobile devices. Thanks, Anne, for explaining this area in a way that lessens anxiety and promotes confident use of technology.

Anne Goldberg writes with humor and compassion, making readers feel understood from the start. Her charming reflections on the ‘days of old’—like rotary phones and three-channel TVs—bring smiles, while her simple, effective tips for both Android and iPhone users make learning easy. Anne’s deep understanding of how seniors learn, combined with her practical advice, transforms the smartphone journey into an enjoyable experience. Take This Phone and Shove It is a must read for any senior wanting to master their device and embrace the digital age with confidence and fun.

A really great summary of iPhone and Android phones. This book is lots of fun to read! It’s a combination of nostalgia and clear concise instructions that will allow you to feel a sense of competence in using this ubiquitous device we call our phone. You will be surprised what you learn even if you consider yourself somewhat savvy with today’s phone technology.. but great for whatever level you are at. Highly recommend.

Fantastic. Finally, an answer to all my questions about my cell phone! The book is laid out so well and is so easy to follow. Besides being informative, it is humous. Anne has taken a lot from her life and shared it, making the information more relatable. I would recommend this book to anyone who needs help figuring out their cell phone. It has taught me some new things!

As a practicing attorney for over fifty years who relies on my iPhone daily, I never realized how little I knew and how important an iPhone can be. This book changed not only my practice but my day to day life. I am more efficient and effective. Failing to buy this books is iPhone malpractice. It is as essential as the phone itself.

There is a ton of information in this book and it will be extremely helpful to senior citizens and us luddites who struggle with new technology. It already helped me with a simple procedure - opening up the control center on an iPhone. I struggled with this simple maneuver, searched online with limited success. Within minutes I found the easy solution in Take This Phone and Shove It. Readers can go through all the information systematically or look up the solution to a specific problem. Either way this book saved me from "shoving" my smartphone.

This was the best lecture I've been to yet! I didn't look at my watch once!" - B. R., Boca Raton Senior Residence On February 17, 2025 I taught a class at a Hollywood, Florida senior residence.

Anne Goldberg…what a treasure! I hired Anne to teach my residents about computers and cell phones at Barrington Terrace Assisted Living in Boynton Beach, Florida. She patiently, thoroughly and methodically presented classes on smart phone use. She taught everything from how to tap on apps to how to order something from Amazon to how to do a search for old friends. Anne connected with quite a few of the residents, despite that 80-100 year olds are not big on technology. I am looking forward to reading her upcoming book, Take This Phone and Shove It. I am sure Anne can teach this savvy senior a thing or two about smartphones.

Anne Goldberg has been an excellent computer teacher especially for senior citizens. She started with me as a complete novice on the computer. Now I am able to send E-mails, pay bills, copy and paste, set up bookmarks, and identify hyperlinks. I'm sure there are many other tasks I can do but they are too numerous to mention. All in all I can strongly recommend her if you are a senior in need of a computer teacher.

It is with great pride, I write this letter of recommendation for Ms. Anne Goldberg. She connected so well the the members that I have asked her to us for each semester of our program. I thoroughly appreciate having Anne on our faculty. With a roster of over three hundred instructors who have presented in the ACE program, Ms. Goldberg has become one of the more popular, as well as one who has been requested by the members and guests for multiple return lectures.

Anne is a great instructor. She is knowledgeable, patient and enthusiastic. Anne works with our residents at our retirement community introducing and familiarizing them with the internet, applications and the latest tech gadgets. They love her class!