Kyocera Digno G User Guide
DIGNO® G
User Guide
DIGNO® G User Guide Contents
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Introduction
Introduction.........................................................................3
Getting Started
Package Contents............................................................... 6
Parts & Functions.............................................................. 6
USIM Card............................................................................ 8
SD Card..............................................................................10
Charging Battery.............................................................. 13
Power On/Off................................................................... 14
Using Touchscreen............................................................ 15
Basic Operations
Basic Operations...............................................................18
Phone Number................................................................... 20
Silent Mode....................................................................... 21
Airplane Mode................................................................... 22
Text Entry.........................................................................22
Using a Google Account................................................... 23
Google Play....................................................................... 24
Security Codes.................................................................. 26
USIM PIN............................................................................27
Entering Sleep Mode........................................................ 28
Updating Software........................................................... 28
Handset Interface
Home Screen Basics..........................................................32
Status Bar......................................................................... 32
Using Notifications Window/Quick Settings.................. 34
Phone
Placing/Answering Calls...................................................36
Optional Services..............................................................37
Using Contacts..................................................................42
Messaging & Internet
Messaging.......................................................................... 44
Sending S! Mail/SMS.........................................................44
Using Gmail....................................................................... 45
Using Chrome.................................................................... 46
Camera
Capturing Still Images/Videos......................................... 50
Music & Images
Music Files.........................................................................52
Still Images/Videos...........................................................52
Connectivity
Connecting by Wi-Fi.........................................................54
Using Bluetooth® Function.............................................. 55
Exchanging Data by Infrared...........................................55
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Global Services
Making Calls while Abroad.............................................. 58
Handset Settings
Handset Settings.............................................................. 62
Profile................................................................................ 63
Wi-Fi Settings...................................................................63
Bluetooth Settings........................................................... 64
Data Usage Settings.........................................................65
More Settings................................................................... 65
Changing Home..................................................................66
Call Settings..................................................................... 66
Display Settings................................................................67
Notification Settings....................................................... 68
Sound Settings..................................................................69
Auto Assist Settings........................................................70
Child Lock Settings..........................................................70
App Settings..................................................................... 71
Storage Settings...............................................................71
Battery Settings...............................................................72
Eco Mode Settings............................................................72
Memory Settings...............................................................73
Location Settings............................................................. 73
Start Screen & Security Settings................................... 74
Account Settings.............................................................. 75
Google Settings................................................................ 75
Language & Input Settings..............................................76
Backup & Reset.................................................................77
Date & Time Settings...................................................... 77
Accessibility Settings.......................................................78
Printing Settings.............................................................. 79
About Phone......................................................................79
For Assistance
Specifications....................................................................82
Materials............................................................................82
Customer Service.............................................................. 83
Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions........................................................... 86
General Notes................................................................... 93
Water/Dust/Shock Resistance......................................... 99
Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing DIGNO® G.
Before You Begin
・DIGNO® G is referred to as "handset" in this guide.
・Read "Safety Precautions" and this guide thoroughly
beforehand for proper usage.
・Accessible services may be limited by contract conditions.
・Unauthorized copying of any part of this guide is
prohibited.
・Guide content subject to change without prior notice.
・Contact SoftBank Customer Support, General Information if
you find inaccuracies.
Guide Usage Notes
・Most operation descriptions are based on default settings.
・Unless noted otherwise, descriptions are for Home Screen.
・Some operation descriptions may be omitted.
・In this guide and on handset, "abroad" means "outside Japan"
with regard to handset/service usage.
・In this guide, microSD™/microSDHC™/microSDXCTM Card is
referred to as "SD Card."
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Introduction
Screenshots & Key Labels
Screenshots and Key labels are provided for reference only.
Actual handset windows, menus, etc. may differ in appearance.
Accessing Guide on Handset
Access this Guide on handset via Guide icon in Apps Menu or
via Guide indicator on Status Bar.
Guide indicator is hidden on Status Bar by default. Follow
these steps to show Guide indicator:
Access Guide Indicator on BACK
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Getting Started
Package Contents............................................................... 6
Parts & Functions.............................................................. 6
USIM Card............................................................................ 8
SD Card..............................................................................10
Charging Battery.............................................................. 13
Power On/Off................................................................... 14
Using Touchscreen............................................................ 15
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Package Contents
Package Contents
・Handset (DIGNO® G)
(Battery is built in)
・クイックスタート (Japanese)
・お願いとご注意 (Japanese)
・Warranty (Japanese)
Parts & Functions
Handset (Front)
Part Description
Front
Camera
Infrared
Port
Earpiece
Light/
Proximity
Sensor
Notification/
Charging LED
Display
Take still images or videos of yourself,
etc.
Transfer by infrared
Hear the other party's voice here
Detects surrounding brightness/prevents
Touchscreen misoperation during call
Lights/flashes while charging, when
powering handset on, etc.
Touchscreen-type display, operate with
your fingers on Display
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Handset (Back/Bottom)
Part Description
3.5mm
Headphone
Port
Camera
Speaker
Card Slot
Mobile
Light
Back Cover
Mic
Straphole
External
Device Port
Connect headphones
Capture images
Ringer and Speakerphone sound from here
Open Back Cover to install USIM card and
SD card
Use as camera flash/flashlight
Open to insert/remove USIM Card or SD
Card
Speak here
Attach a strap
Connect AC Charger (sold separately) or
Micro USB cable (sold separately)
Keys
Key Description
Turn Display on/off
Power Key
Volume Up
Key
Volume
Down Key
Long Press for power on/off and settings
such as reboot, Airplane mode, and
capturing screenshots
Increase the volume
Decrease the volume
Long Press to turn Silent mode on/off
Getting Started
Cautions
Handset is airtight to maintain water resistance (IPX7).
Pressing handset forcefully may produce sound around
Earpiece, but this is not a function or performance
abnormality.
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USIM Card
USIM Card is an IC card containing phone number and other
customer information.
Inserting USIM Card
Always power off beforehand.
Lift Back Cover
・Lift gently from notch in direction shown.
・Avoid overflexing Back Cover; may damage Back Cover.
Remove Back Cover
Lift USIM Card Slot Cover in direction shown
Slide USIM Card in direction shown to insert in USIM Card Slot
Cover
・Note location of notch.
・
Slide underneath on USIM Card Slot Cover.
Lock USIM Card Slot Cover
・Release tabs in order shown while lifting Back Cover.
Open Card Slot Cap
・Lift gently in direction shown from notch to open.
Unlock USIM Card Slot Cover
・Press and slide USIM Card Slot Cover in direction shown
with pad of finger until it clicks.
・
Lower USIM Card Slot Cover in direction , and then slide
in direction with pad of finger until it clicks.
Close Card Slot Cap
・Lower Card Slot Cap in direction shown.
・To prevent water seepage, close firmly ensuring Card Slot
Cap is not raised.
Place Back Cover on main unit, and then press firmly where
shown to attach completely
・Close firmly making sure there are no gaps to prevent water
intrusion.
Removing USIM Card
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Always power off beforehand.
Lift Back Cover
・Lift gently from notch in direction shown.
・Avoid overflexing Back Cover; may damage Back Cover.
Remove Back Cover
・Release tabs in order shown while lifting Back Cover.
Slide USIM Card in direction shown to remove
Lock USIM Card Slot Cover
・
Lower USIM Card Slot Cover in direction , and then slide
in direction with pad of finger until it clicks.
Close Card Slot Cap
Getting Started
Open Card Slot Cap
・Lift gently in direction shown from notch to open.
Unlock USIM Card Slot Cover
・Press and slide USIM Card Slot Cover in direction shown
with pad of finger until it clicks.
Lift USIM Card Slot Cover in direction shown
・Lower Card Slot Cap in direction shown.
・To prevent water seepage, close firmly ensuring Card Slot
Cap is not raised.
Place Back Cover on main unit, and then press firmly where
shown to attach completely
・Close firmly making sure there are no gaps to prevent water
intrusion.
Card Slot Cap
Card Slot Cap is designed to be easy to remove. If it becomes
removed, reattach as follows.
Hook Card Slot Cap as shown Turn Card Slot Cap in
direction shown
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SIM-Unlocking Handset
Handset can be SIM-unlocked. SIM-unlocking handset allows
other-carrier SIM cards to be used with it.
・Some services, functions, etc. may have restrictions when
an other-carrier SIM card is used. SoftBank Corp. does not
guarantee operation whatsoever.
・For details, see SoftBank Website.
SD Card
Handset supports SD Cards up to 256 GB. Some SD Cards may
not operate properly.
SD Card Cautions
Data
Information stored on SD Card can become lost or changed
accidently or as a result of damage. It is recommended
that you keep a separate copy of important data. SoftBank
Corp. is not responsible for damages from data that is lost
or changed.
Reading/Writing Data
Never power off handset while it is reading/writing to SD
Card.
Battery Level
A low battery charge may prevent reading/writing to SD
Card.
Handling SD Card
Use/store SD Cards away from the reach of infants. May
cause choking if swallowed.
Inserting SD Card
Always power off beforehand.
Lift Back Cover
・Lift gently from notch in direction shown.
・Avoid overflexing Back Cover; may damage Back Cover.
Remove Back Cover
・Release tabs in order shown while lifting Back Cover.
Removing SD Card
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Open Card Slot Cap
・Lift gently in direction shown from notch to open.
Place SD Card as shown and slide in direction shown to insert
・Insert SD Card all the way gently without bending and with
terminals facing down.
・Insert only SD Cards.
Close Card Slot Cap
Always unmount SD Card and then power off beforehand.
Getting Started
Lift Back Cover
・Lift gently from notch in direction shown.
・Avoid overflexing Back Cover; may damage Back Cover.
Remove Back Cover
・Release tabs in order shown while lifting Back Cover.
・Lower Card Slot Cap in direction shown.
・To prevent water seepage, close firmly ensuring Card Slot
Cap is not raised.
Place Back Cover on main unit, and then press firmly where
shown to attach completely
・Close firmly making sure there are no gaps to prevent water
intrusion.
Open Card Slot Cap
・Lift gently in direction shown from notch to open.
Slide SD Card in direction shown to remove
・Remove gently without bending.
Close Card Slot Cap
・Lower Card Slot Cap in direction shown.
・To prevent water seepage, close firmly ensuring Card Slot
Cap is not raised.
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Formatting SD Card
Place Back Cover on main unit, and then press firmly where
shown to attach completely
・Close firmly making sure there are no gaps to prevent water
intrusion.
When using a new SD Card for the first time, always format it
on handset.
・Formatting erases all data on SD Card. Carefully check any
SD Card that was used on another device before formatting.
・Charge Battery while formatting, or format with adequate
battery charge.
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
Storage
SD card
Storage settings
Format ERASE & FORMAT DONE
Handset erases all data in SD Card.
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Card Slot Cap
Card Slot Cap is designed to be easy to remove. If it becomes
removed, reattach as follows.
Hook Card Slot Cap as shown Turn Card Slot Cap in
direction shown
Charging Battery
Charging with AC Charger
See SoftBank Website for information on AC Charger and
other peripherals.
Insert Micro USB plug of AC Charger into External Device Port
・Grasp Micro USB plug and insert as shown.
Raise plug on AC Charger and plug into household AC outlet
Getting Started
Charging LED lights up when charging starts.
・LED turns green once charge reaches about 90% or more.
After charging, remove AC Charger
・Unplug from outlet and disconnect handset.
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Charging by PC
Battery can be charged by Micro USB Cable.
・Always turn on PC beforehand.
・Battery may not charge depending on type of connection to
the PC.
Insert Micro USB plug of Micro USB Cable into External Device
Port
・Grasp Micro USB plug and insert as shown.
Insert USB plug of Micro USB Cable into USB port on PC
Power On/Off
Power On
Long Press Power Key
Start Screen appears.
・To exit from Sleep mode, see "Exiting Sleep to Access Start
Screen."
・Startup wizard appears the first time handset is powered
on.
Charging LED lights up when charging starts.
・LED turns green once charge reaches about 90% or more.
Remove Micro USB Cable from hand set and PC
Power Off
Long Press Power Key
Power off OK
Handset powers off.
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Using Touchscreen
Handset uses a touchscreen-type Display. Operate with your
fingers on Display.
Tap
Contact Display lightly and briefly.
Touch & Hold
Contact Display lightly; release finger when screen changes.
Pinch/Spread
Contact Display lightly, then close/widen fingers.
Getting Started
Drag
Touch icon or other item lightly, move it where desired, and
release finger.
Swipe/Flick
Contact Display lightly, then brush screen up/down or left/
right.
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Basic Operations
Basic Operations...............................................................18
Phone Number................................................................... 20
Silent Mode....................................................................... 21
Airplane Mode................................................................... 22
Text Entry.........................................................................22
Using a Google Account................................................... 23
Google Play....................................................................... 24
Security Codes.................................................................. 26
USIM PIN............................................................................27
Entering Sleep Mode........................................................ 28
Updating Software........................................................... 28
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Basic Operations
Home Screen & Apps Menu
Most handset operations start in Home Screen (appears at
power on) or in Apps Menu.
Selecting Options and Navigating
Screens
Tap menu items, icons, onscreen key, etc. to open assigned
items.
・
Press to go back or escape.
Action Bar
Current application/settings window title appears on Action
Bar (Display top). Tap onscreen key or icons at right of Action
Bar to turn function off/on or access available functions.
Navigation Bar
Tap icons on Navigation Bar (Display bottom) for the
following functions/operations.
Icon Description
Return to previous screen. Appears as
(Back)
(Home)
(Recent
apps)
(Keyboard)
for onscreen keyboard; Tap to close
keyboard.
Return to Home Screen.
Open listing of recently used applications
and activate or delete applications.
Change keyboards.
・Icons for available functions may also appear at the bottom
of Display.
・Touch & Hold icon for function name.
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Menu Operations
Tap for available settings and items.
Screens may also have settings and items that are available by
Touching & Holding Display.
Handset Settings and Making Settings
Multi-Window
Split screen to view and operate 2 applications.
Activate the 2 applications beforehand. Viewing and
operating (Contacts) and (Phone) is described as an
example.
Basic Operations
History of recently used applications opens.
Touch & Hold application to operate Drag to top of
Display
In Home Screen, Tap (Apps) then (Settings) to
customize the operation of handset functions.
Portrait Orientation & Landscape
Orientation
The screen changes to portrait orientation when handset is
rotated sideways.
・Depending on the current screen, the orientation may not
change even by changing handset orientation.
Multi-Window opens.
・Dragged application opens.
From application history at bottom of Multi-Window, Tap next
application
Tapped application opens.
Multi-Window Operations
Switching between Applications
Tap application
・Activate application beforehand.
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Exiting Multi-Window
Phone Number
Touch & Hold
Using Screen Search
Touch & Hold for information related to onscreen content.
・When launching for the first time, follow onscreen
instructions to enable Screen Search.
Disabling Screen Search
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Google)
(Google) Settings Screen search
for "Asks Google to show you info related to what's
on your screen when you hold the Home button or search
by voice" ( )
・If Screen Search is disabled, a feed is shown by Touching
& Holding .
Checking Your Phone Number
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
Profile
Capturing Screenshots
Long Press Power Key and Volume Down Key at the same time.
・
Alternatively, Long Press Power Key Screenshot .
・
View captured screenshots in (Photos), etc.
・Screenshot capture may not work depending on the
application or function.
Check phone number.
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Silent Mode
Mute ringtones and other handset sounds to avoid disturbing
others around you.
Silent Mode Cautions
Camera shutter, video start/stop tones, Alarm, video/music
audio, and Tapping during calls sound even in Silent
mode.
Using Silent Mode (Vibration)
Long Press Volume Down Key
Using Silent Mode (Mute)
Long Press Volume Down Key
Basic Operations
Icon on volume adjust bar changes to .
Press Volume Down Key
Icon on volume adjust bar changes to , and handset
enters Silent mode (vibration).
・Long Press Volume Down Key to exit Silent mode.
Icon on volume adjust bar changes to , and handset
enters Silent mode (mute).
・Long Press Volume Down Key to exit Silent mode.
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Airplane Mode
Using Airplane Mode
Disable all functions that emit signals. Handset remains
powered on.
Drag Status Bar down using two fingers
Quick Settings open.
Text Entry
Keyboards
Use onscreen keyboards for text entry. In 10-key keyboard,
several characters are assigned to each key. In QWERTY
keyboard, one letter is assigned to each key. In 50-key
keyboard, kana are assigned to each key in 50-syllable order
(goju-onjun). Also use Keitai Input for entering with a mobile
phone-type keyboard.
・
Tap in any keyboard to toggle 10-key, QWERTY, and 50-
key keyboards Keyboard type 10-key keyboard
/ QWERTY keyboard / 50-key keyboard vertical (right)
/ 50-key keyboard vertical (left) / 50-key keyboard
horizontal .
・
In any keyboard, Tap then Japanese iWnn IME Keitai
Input for Keitai Input.
・
To hide keyboard, Tap .
Airplane
Handset is in Airplane mode.
・Tap again while in Airplane mode to cancel.
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QWERTY Keyboard Layout
Show settings menu
Change menu bars
Enter characters
Toggle uppercase/lowercase or symbols
Toggle entry modes
Current character type
Settings menu shortcuts
Delete character to left of cursor
Insert line break or move to next entry field; confirm
current characters
Move cursor left
Enter space
Enter a "."; Long Touch for symbols
Move cursor right
Using a Google Account
Use a Google account and get more convenience with Google
services. A Google account is required to use some services or
fully use some applications.
Google Account Cautions
The mail address and password for your Google account are
also used for other setting and synchronize functions; be
sure to keep a record of them.
Creating a Google Account
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
Accounts Add account
Basic Operations
Switching Character Types (Entry
Modes)
In a text entry window,
Entry mode switches.
・To change entry mode to double-byte katakana / single-byte
katakana / double-byte alphabet / double-byte numbers, in a
text entry window, Tap Entry mode.
Google
Window for adding a Google account opens.
Follow onscreen instructions
A Google account is added.
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Logging In with a Google Account
If an application is activated that requires a Google account,
a window for adding a Google account opens. Sign in with a
Google account you have so you can use the application.
In window for adding Google account, enter mail address
NEXT
Enter password NEXT
Google Play
Download a variety of applications (free/paid) from Google
Play. Change the setting of downloaded applications to enable
manual or automatic updates. Log in to your Google account
beforehand.
Installing Applications
Many different kinds of applications can be installed
on handset from Google Play (provided by Google Inc.).
SoftBank Corp. is not responsible in any way for userinstalled applications (quality, reliability, legality, fitness
for a purpose, credibility, accuracy, etc.) or resulting
malfunctions (viruses, etc.).
Installing Free Applications
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Play Store)
Follow onscreen instructions
You are logged in to your Google account.
Google Play appears.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
Tap free application INSTALL
Application is downloaded and installed.
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Purchasing Paid Applications
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Play Store)
Google Play appears.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
Tap paid application Tap amount Follow onscreen
instructions
Application is downloaded and installed.
Purchased Applications
Updating Applications
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Play Store)
Basic Operations
Google Play appears.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
My apps & games Tap application to update
UPDATE
The application is downloaded and installed.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
Payment
Pay only once. Redownloads of uninstalled applications are
free of charge.
On Other Android Devices
Install an application on any Android device under the same
Google account for free.
Requesting Refunds
Refund is possible within a limited time. By requesting
a refund, the application is deleted and the charge is
cancelled. A refund request is valid only once per one
application.
In Google Play, My apps & games Tap
application REFUND
Purchasing Applications
Setting Application Updates
Setting Automatic Application Updates
In Google Play, Settings Auto-update apps
Set update method
Setting Automatic Updates for Individual
Applications
In Google Play, My apps & games Tap
application Auto-update ( )
・Automatic updates are unavailable for some applications.
Purchase applications at your own risk. SoftBank Corp. is
not responsible for any disadvantage resulting for user or
third parties.
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Uninstalling Applications
Applications installed from Google Play can also be
uninstalled.
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Play Store)
Google Play appears.
・If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
My apps & games Tap application to uninstall
UNINSTALL OK
Security Codes
Code Types
Some functions/services require these codes for use.
・Do not reveal Security Codes. SoftBank Corp. is not liable
for misuse or damages.
・If you forget Security Codes, contact us for recovery.
For more information, see SoftBank Website (http://
www.softbank.jp/en/mobile/).
Types Details
PIN/Password
Center Access
Code
Use Screen unlock functions
Not set by default
4-digit code in service contract
Change services; use Optional Services via
landlines
Application is uninstalled.
How to Use Google Play
In Google Play, Help & feedback
The Web browser will take you to the Google Play Help
Web page.
Follow onscreen instructions
A description for each item appears.
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USIM PIN
USIM PIN is a code for USIM Card. It is used to prevent
unauthorized use by others.
PIN is 9999 by default.
Enabling USIM PIN
When PIN is enabled, a window for entering PIN appears to
allow handset use each time handset is powered on with USIM
Card installed.
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
Changing USIM PIN
First enable USIM PIN to change PIN.
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
Basic Operations
Start screen & security
Start screen & security
Set up SIM card lock Change SIM PIN Enter PIN
OK
PIN is enabled.
Set up SIM card lock Change SIM PIN Enter current
PIN OK Enter new PIN OK Re-enter new
PIN OK
PIN is changed.
PIN Cautions
Entering incorrect PIN three consecutive times activates
PIN Lock. To cancel, Personal Unblocking Key (PUK) is
required; contact Customer Service. Entering incorrect PUK
ten consecutive times locks USIM Card, disabling handset.
For recovery, USIM Card must be reissued at a SoftBank
Shop (fees apply).
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Entering Sleep Mode
After a period of no operation, Display goes out and handset
enters Sleep mode. Alternatively, Press Power Key to enter
Sleep mode. This saves battery power and prevents accidental
Touchscreen operation.
Exiting Sleep to Access Start Screen
In Sleep mode, Press Power Key
Updating Software
Before Updating Software
Saved data may be lost depending on condition of handset
(malfunctioning, damaged, water seepage, etc.). It is
recommended that you back up important data before
updating software. SoftBank Corp. is not responsible for
damages from loss of data.
Software Update Cautions
During Update
Handset cannot be used until software is updated. It may
take time to update software.
Signal during Update
Operate handset where signal reception is good and
without changing location. Also operate with adequate
battery charge. Signal becoming weak or Battery becoming
low during an update may cause an update failure. An
update failure may disable handset.
Start Screen appears.
Accessing Home Screen from Start
Screen
In Start Screen, Drag/Flick
Home Screen or the screen before entering Sleep appears.
・Set a security lock for the Start Screen. For details, see
"Start Screen & Security Settings."
・
In Start Screen, Drag/Flick / to quickly activate
Phone/Camera.
If Using Other Functions
Other functions cannot be operated during a software
update.
Updating Software
Handset checks at a preset time whether an update is
required, and automatically updates the software if required.
Follow these steps to update software manually.
In Home Screen, (Apps) (Settings)
About phone
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