Samsung GT-S7275R User Manual

User Manual

GT-S7275R

www.samsung.com

About this manual

This device provides high quality mobile communication and entertainment using Samsung’s
high standards and technological expertise. This user manual is specially designed to detail
the device’s functions and features.

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Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.

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Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.

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Images and screenshots may differ in appearance from the actual product.

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Content may differ from the final product, or from software provided by service providers
or carriers, and is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of the
manual, refer to the Samsung website,

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Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the
overall performance of the device. Applications related to the content may not work
properly depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.

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Available features and additional services may vary by device, software, or service
provider.

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Applications and their functions may vary by country, region, or hardware specifications.
Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by applications from any provider
other than Samsung.

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Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited
registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customise the
operating system may cause the device or applications to work improperly.

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Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device
are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal

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use of media.

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You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and
downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services. To avoid additional charges, select
an appropriate data tariff plan. For details, contact your service provider.

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About this manual

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Default applications that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer
be supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an application provided
with the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed applications,
contact service providers.

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Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources
may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations
of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.

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Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment

Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information

Copyright

Copyright © 2013 Samsung Electronics

This guide is protected under international copyright laws.

No part of this guide may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or
by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any
information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung
Electronics.

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About this manual

Trademarks

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SAMSUNG and the SAMSUNG logo are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.

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The Android logo, Google™, Google Maps™, Google Mail™, YouTube™, Google Play™
Store, and Google Talk

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Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.

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Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™, Wi-Fi Direct™, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™, and the Wi-Fi logo are
registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

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All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.

are trademarks of Google, Inc.

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Table of Contents

Getting started

7 Device layout

8 Buttons

9 Package contents

9 Installing the SIM or USIM card and

battery

12 Charging the battery

15 Inserting a memory card

17 Turning the device on and off

17 Holding the device

18 Locking and unlocking the device

18 Adjusting the volume

18 Switching to silent mode

31 Entering text

33 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

34 Setting up accounts

35 Transferring files

36 Securing the device

38 Upgrading the device

Communication

39 Phone

44 Contacts

48 Messages

49 Email

51 Google Mail

53 Hangouts

Basics

19 Indicator icons

20 Using the touch screen

23 Control motions

24 Notifications

25 Quick setting panel

25 Home screen

28 Locked screen

29 Using applications

29 Applications screen

30 Help

53 Google+

53 Messenger

54 ChatON

Web & network

55 Internet

56 Chrome

57 Bluetooth

58 NFC

59 S Beam

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Media

60 Music

61 Camera

67 Gallery

69 Video

71 YouTube

72 FM Radio

Application & media stores

74 Play Store

75 Samsung Apps

75 Game Hub

76 Music Hub

Travel & local

91 Maps

92 Local

93 Navigation

Settings

94 About Settings

94 Connections

97 My device

107 Accounts

108 More

111 Google Settings

77 Play Music

77 Readers Hub

Utilities

78 Memo

79 S Planner

81 Dropbox

82 Cloud

83 Clock

85 Calculator

85 S Translator

86 Voice Recorder

87 S Voice

88 Google

Troubleshooting

89 Voice Search

89 My Files

90 Downloads

90 TripAdvisor

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Getting started

Microphone

Headset jack

Device layout

Front camera

Proximity sensor

Touch screen

Home button

Earpiece

Power button

Menu button

Multipurpose jack

Speaker

Rear camera

Back cover

Back button

GPS antenna

Volume button

Flash

Main antenna

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Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause
connectivity problems or drain the battery.

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Do not use a screen protector. This causes sensor malfunctions.

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Do not allow water to contact the touch screen. The touch screen may malfunction
in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

Buttons

Button Function

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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.

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Press and hold for 8-10 seconds to reset the device if it has

Power

Menu

Home

Back

Volume

fatal errors or hang-ups, or freezes.

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Press to lock or unlock the device. The device goes into lock
mode when the touch screen turns off.

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Tap to open a list of options available for the current screen.

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Tap and hold on the Home screen to launch Google search.

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Press to return to the Home screen.

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Press and hold to open the list of recent applications.

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Tap to return to the previous screen.

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Press to adjust the device volume.

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Package contents

Check the product box for the following items:

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Device

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Battery

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Quick start guide

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The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary
depending on the region or service provider.

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The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible
with other devices.

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Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make
sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.

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Other accessories may not be compatible with your device.

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Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Malfunctions caused by using
unapproved accessories are not covered by the warranty service.

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Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on
manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer
to the Samsung website.

Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery

Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the
included battery.

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Only microSIM cards work with the device.

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Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For
details about service availability, contact your service provider.

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Remove the back cover.

1

Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the back cover.

Do not bend or twist the back cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover.

Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.

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Do not remove the protective tape covering the antenna, as this can damage the
antenna.

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Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to
be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to
remove the memory card.

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Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not
responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.

Insert the battery.

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1

Replace the back cover.

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Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery

Remove the back cover.

1

Pull out the battery.

2

Pull out the SIM or USIM card.

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Charging the battery

Use the charger to charge the battery before using it for the first time. A computer can be also
used to charge the device by connecting them via the USB cable.

Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or
cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.

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When the battery power is low, the device emits a warning tone and displays a low
battery power message.

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If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on
immediately when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for
a few minutes before turning on the device.

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Charging with the charger

Plug the small end of the charger into the multipurpose jack of the device, and plug the large
end of the charger into an electric socket.

Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.

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The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge
the battery.

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If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touch screen
may not function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.

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While charging, the device may heat up. This is normal and should not affect the
device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the charger
may stop charging.

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If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a
Samsung Service Centre.

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After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger from the
device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.

Do not remove the battery before removing the charger. This may damage the
device.

To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in
use to avoid wasting power. The device should remain close to the electric socket
while charging.

Checking the battery charge status

When you charge the battery while the device is off, the following icons will show the current
battery charge status:

Charging Fully charged

Reducing the battery consumption

Your device provides options that help you save battery power. By customising these options
and deactivating features in the background, you can use the device longer between charges:

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When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power button.

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Close unnecessary applications with the task manager.

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Deactivate the Bluetooth feature.

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Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.

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Deactivate auto-syncing of applications.

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Decrease the backlight time.

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Decrease the brightness of the display.

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Inserting a memory card

Your device accepts memory cards with maximum capacities of 64 GB. Depending on the
memory card manufacturer and type, some memory cards may not be compatible with your
device.

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Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an
incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data
stored in it.

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Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.

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The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards. When
inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device asks to reformat the
memory card.

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Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.

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When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory
appears in the

Remove the back cover.

1

Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing upwards.

2

Push the memory card into the slot until it locks in place.

3

SD memory card

folder under the internal memory.

Replace the back cover.

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Removing the memory card

Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal. On the Home screen, tap

Apps

→

Settings

Remove the back cover.

1

Push the memory card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.

2

Replace the back cover.

3

Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing
information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the
memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the
misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.

→

More

→

Storage

→

Unmount SD card

.

Formatting the memory card

A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the
memory card on the device.

On the Home screen, tap

Format SD card

Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all
important data stored on the device. The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover loss
of data resulting from user actions.

→

Erase everything

Apps

→

Settings

→

More

.

→

Storage

→

Format SD card

→

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Turning the device on and off

When turning on the device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your
device.

Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds to turn on the device.

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Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas
where the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.

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Press and hold the Power button and tap
features.

To turn off the device, press and hold the Power button, and then tap

Flight mode

to disable the wireless

Power off

.

Holding the device

Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects. This may cause connectivity
problems or drain the battery.

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Locking and unlocking the device

When not in use, lock the device to prevent unwanted operation. Pressing the Power button
turns off the screen and puts the device into lock mode. The device automatically gets locked
if it is not used for a specified period.

To unlock the device, press the Power button or the Home button and flick your finger in any
direction within the unlock screen area at the lower part of the screen.

Adjusting the volume

Press the Volume button up or down to adjust the ringtone volume, or to adjust the sound
volume when playing music or video.

Switching to silent mode

Use one of the following methods:

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Press and hold the Volume button down until it switches to silent mode.

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Press and hold the Power button, and then tap

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Open the notifications panel at the top of the screen, and then tap

Mute

or

Vibrate

.

Sound

or

Vibrate

.

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Indicator icons

The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the
device. The icons listed in the table below are most common.

Icon Meaning

No signal

Signal strength

Roaming (outside of normal service area)

GPRS network connected

EDGE network connected

UMTS network connected

HSDPA network connected

LTE network connected

Wi-Fi connected

Bluetooth feature activated

GPS activated

Call in progress

Missed call

Synced with the web

Connected to computer

No SIM or USIM card

New text or multimedia message

Alarm activated

Silent mode activated

Vibration mode activated

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Icon Meaning

Flight mode activated

Error occurred or caution required

Battery power level

Using the touch screen

Use only fingers to use the touch screen.

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Do not allow the touch screen to come into contact with other electrical devices.
Electrostatic discharges can cause the touch screen to malfunction.

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Do not allow the touch screen to contact water. The touch screen may malfunction
in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

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To avoid damaging the touch screen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply
excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.

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Leaving the touch screen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages
(screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touch screen when you do not use the
device.

Finger gestures

Tapping

To open an application, to select a menu item, to press an on-screen button, or to enter a
character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it with a finger.

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Dragging

To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the
target position.

Double-tapping

Double-tap on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.

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Flicking

Flick left or right on the Home screen or the Applications screen to see another panel. Flick up
or down to scroll through a webpage or a list, such as contacts.

Pinching

Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.

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Control motions

Simple motions allow easy control of the device.

Before using motions, make sure the motion feature is activated. On the Home screen, tap

Apps

→

Settings

→

My device

→

Motions and gestures

, and then drag the

Motions and

gestures

switch to the right.

Excessive shaking or impact to the device may result in unintended inputs. Control
motions properly.

Rotating the screen

Many applications allow display in either portrait or landscape orientation. Rotating the
device causes the display to automatically adjust to fit the new screen orientation.

To prevent the display from rotating automatically, open the notifications panel and deselect

Screen rotation

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.

Some applications do not allow screen rotation.

Some applications display a different screen depending on the orientation. The
calculator turns into a scientific calculator when rotated to landscape.

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Picking up

When you pick up the device after it has been idle for some time or when the screen has
turned off, it vibrates if you have missed calls or new messages.

Turning over

Turn over the device to mute ringtone, pause media playback, or mute the FM radio (when
using the speaker).

Notifications

Notification icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new
messages, calendar events, device status, and more. Drag down from the status bar to open
the notifications panel. Scroll the list to see additional alerts. To close the notifications panel,
drag up the bar that is at the bottom of the screen.

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Quick setting panel

From the quick setting panel, you can view your device’s current settings. Drag down from
the status bar, tap

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Wi-Fi

: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi feature.

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GPS

: Activate or deactivate the GPS feature.

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Sound

mode.

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Screen rotation

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Bluetooth

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Mobile data

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Blocking mode

will block notifications. To select which notifications will be blocked, tap

device

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Wi-Fi hotspot

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S Beam

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NFC

: Activate or deactivate silent mode. You can vibrate or mute your device in silent

: Activate or deactivate the Bluetooth feature.

→

Blocking mode

: Activate or deactivate the S Beam feature.

: Activate or deactivate the NFC feature.

to open the quick setting panel, and then use the following options:

: Allow or prevent the interface from rotating when you rotate the device.

: Activate or deactivate the data connection.

: Activate or deactivate blocking mode. In blocking mode, the device

.

: Activate or deactivate the Wi-Fi tethering feature.

Settings

→

My

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Driving mode

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Smart stay

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Sync

: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications.

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Flight mode

The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.

To rearrange the options on the quick setting panel, open the quick setting panel, tap
then tap and drag an item to another location.

: Activate or deactivate driving mode.

: Activate or deactivate the smart stay feature.

: Activate or deactivate flight mode.

, and

Home screen

The Home screen is the starting point to access all of the device’s features. It displays indicator
icons, widgets, shortcuts to applications, and others.

The Home screen can have multiple panels. To view other panels, scroll left or right.

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Rearranging items

Adding an application icon

On the Home screen, tap
preview.

Apps

, tap and hold an application icon, and then drag it into a panel

Adding an item

Customise the Home screen by adding widgets, folders, or panels.

Tap and hold the empty area on the Home screen, and then select one of the following
categories:

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Apps and widgets

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Folder

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Page

: Create a new folder.

: Add a new panel to the Home screen.

: Add widgets or applications to the Home screen.

Moving an item

Tap and hold an item and drag it to a new location. To move it to another panel, drag it to the
side of the screen.

Removing an item

Tap and hold an item, and drag it to the rubbish bin that appears at the top of the Home
screen. When the rubbish bin turns red, release the item.

Rearranging panels

Adding a new panel

Tap →

Moving a panel

Tap →

Edit page

Edit page

→ .

, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.

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Removing a panel

Tap →
top of the screen.

Edit page

, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to the rubbish bin at the

Setting wallpaper

Set an image or photo stored in the device as wallpaper for the Home screen.

On the Home screen, tap
following:

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Gallery

Internet.

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Live wallpapers

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Wallpapers

Then, select an image and tap
frame, and then tap

: See photos taken by the device’s camera or images downloaded from the

: See animated images.

: See wallpaper images.

Done

→

Set wallpaper

Set wallpaper

.

→

Home screen

. Or, select an image, resize it by dragging the

, and then select one of the

Using widgets

Widgets are small applications that provide convenient functions and information on your
Home screen. To use them, add widgets from the widgets panel to the Home screen.

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Some widgets connect to web services. Using a web-based widget may result in
additional charges.

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The widgets available may vary depending on the region or service provider.

Adding widgets to the Home screen

On the Home screen, tap
tap and hold a widget to add it to the Home screen.

Using the setting shortcut widget

On the Home screen, tap
a list of setting options. Select a setting option to add it to the Home screen as a shortcut.

Apps

Apps

→

Widgets

→

Widgets

. Scroll left or right on the widgets panel, and then

, and then tap and hold

Settings Shortcut

to open

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Locked screen

The locked screen prevents the device from unwanted operation when not in use and also
allows you to add convenient widgets.

Adding widgets

To use widgets when the screen is locked, on the Applications screen, tap

→

device

Drag the widgets panel down to expand it. Scroll right to the last page, tap
select a widget to add to the locked screen.

Lock screen

You cannot use widgets on the locked screen when the security features are
activated.

, and then tick

Multiple widgets

.

Settings

→

My

, and then

Rearranging panels

Moving a panel

Drag the widgets panel down, scroll left or right, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag
it to a new location.

Removing a panel

Drag the widgets panel down, scroll left or right, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag
it to the rubbish bin at the top of the screen.

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Using applications

This device can run many different types of applications, ranging from media to Internet
applications.

Opening an application

On the Home screen or the Applications screen, select an application icon to open it.

Opening from recently-used applications

Press and hold the Home button to open the list of recently-used applications.

Select an application icon to open.

Closing an application

Close applications not in use to save battery power and maintain device performance.

Press and hold the Home button, tap
To close all running applications, tap
and then tap

.

, and then tap

End all

. Alternatively, press and hold the Home button,

End

next to an application to close it.

Applications screen

The Applications screen displays icons for all applications, including any new applications
installed.

On the Home screen, tap

To view other panels, scroll left or right.

Rearranging applications

Apps

to open the Applications screen.

Tap →
another panel, drag it to the side of the screen.

Edit

, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to a new location. To move it to

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Organising with folders

Put related applications together in a folder for convenience.

Tap
name and then tap
to save the arrangement.

→

Edit

, tap and hold an application, and then drag it to

OK

. Put applications into the new folder by dragging, and then tap

Create folder

. Enter a folder

Rearranging panels

Pinch on the screen, tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.

Installing applications

Use application stores, such as

Samsung Apps

, to download and install applications.

Uninstalling applications

Tap →

Uninstall

Default applications that come with the device cannot be uninstalled.

, and then select an application to uninstall it.

Save

Sharing applications

Share downloaded applications with other users via email, Bluetooth, or other methods.

Tap
next steps vary depending on the method selected.

→

Share app

, select applications, tap

Done

, and then select a sharing method. The

Help

Access help information to learn how to use the device and applications or configure
important settings.

Tap

Help

on the Applications screen. Select a category to view tips.

To sort categories by an alphabetical order, tap

To search for keywords, tap

.

.

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marks.

Set options for the Samsung

Entering text

Use the Samsung keyboard or the voice input feature to enter text.

Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the
input language to one of the supported languages.

Changing the keyboard type

Tap any text field, open the notifications panel, tap
the type of keyboard to use.

Using the Samsung keyboard

Changing the keyboard layout

Tap →

keyboard

Alphabets

.

On the 3x4 keyboard, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap
repeatedly the key corresponding to the character.

or

Numbers and symbols

keyboard.

Enter uppercase.

, and then tap

Choose input method

Qwerty keyboard

Delete a preceding character.

, and then select

or

3x4

Break to the next line.

Enter numerals and punctuation

Enter a space.

Entering uppercase

Tap before entering a character. For all caps, tap it twice.

Changing language keyboards

Add languages to the keyboard, and then slide the space key left or right to change language
keyboards.

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Handwriting

Tap and hold , tap , and then write a word with a finger. Suggested words appear as
characters are entered. Select a suggested word.

Entering text by voice

Activate the voice input feature and then speak into the microphone. The device displays
what you speak.

If the device does not recognise your words correctly, tap the underlined text and select an
alternative word or phrase from the dropdown list.

To change the language or add languages for the voice recognition, tap the current language.

Copying and pasting

Tap and hold over text, drag or to select more or less text, and then tap

Cut

to cut. The selected text is copied to the clipboard.

To paste it into a text entry field, place the cursor at the point where it should be inserted, and
then tap

Paste

.

Copy

to copy or

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Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

Connect the device to a Wi-Fi network to use the Internet or share media files with other
devices. (p. 94)

Turning Wi-Fi on and off

Open the notifications panel, and then tap

Turn off Wi-Fi to save the battery when not in use.

Wi-Fi

to turn it on or off.

Joining Wi-Fi networks

On the Applications screen, tap
switch to the right.

Select a network from the list of detected Wi-Fi networks, enter a password if necessary, and
then tap
connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will automatically connect to it any time it is available.

Connect

. Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon. After the device

Settings

→

Connections

→

Wi-Fi

, and then drag the

Wi-Fi

Adding Wi-Fi networks

If the desired network does not appear in the networks list, tap
bottom of the networks list. Enter the network name in

Network SSID

Add Wi-Fi network

, select the security

at the

type and enter the password if it is not an open network, and then tap

Connect

.

Forgetting Wi-Fi networks

Any network that has ever been used, including the current network, can be forgotten so the
device will not automatically connect to it. Select the network in the networks list, and then
tap

Forget

.

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Basics

Setting up accounts

Google applications, such as
requires a Samsung account. Create Google and Samsung accounts to have the best
experience with the device.

Play Store

, require a Google account, and

Samsung Apps

Adding accounts

Follow the instructions that appear when opening a Google application without signing in to
set up a Google account.

To sign in with or sign up for a Google account, on the Applications screen, tap

Accounts

then follow on-screen instructions to complete the account setup. More than one Google
account can be used on the device.

Set up a Samsung account as well.

→

Add account

→

Google

. After that, tap

New

to sign up, or tap

Settings

Existing

→

, and

Removing accounts

On the Applications screen, tap

accounts

, select the account to remove, and then tap

Settings

→

Accounts

, select an account name under

Remove account

.

My

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Basics

Transferring files

Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice
versa.

The following file formats are supported by some applications. Some file formats are
not supported depending on the version of the device’s software or the computer
operating system.

•

Music: mp3, m4a, mp4, 3gp, 3ga, wma, ogg, oga, aac, flac, wav, amr, awb, mid, midi,
xmf, mxmf, imy, rttl, rtx, and ota

•

Image: bmp, gif, jpg, and png

•

Video: 3gp, mp4, avi, wmv, flv, asf, webm, and mkv

•

Document: doc, docx, dot, dotx, xls, xlsx, xltx, csv, ppt, pptx, pps, ppsx, pot, potx,
pdf, hwp, txt, asc, rtf, and zip

Connecting with Samsung Kies

Samsung Kies is a computer application that manages media libraries, contacts, and
calendars, and syncs them with Samsung devices. Download the latest Samsung Kies from
the Samsung website.

Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.

1

Samsung Kies launches on the computer automatically. If Samsung Kies does not launch,
double-click the Samsung Kies icon on the computer.

Transfer files between your device and the computer.

2

Refer to the Samsung Kies help for more information.

Connecting with Windows Media Player

Ensure that Windows Media Player is installed on the computer.

Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.

1

Open Windows Media Player and sync music files.

2

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Basics

Connecting as a media device

Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.

1

Open the notifications panel, and then tap

2

device (MTP)

Camera (PTP)

Tap
not have any appropriate driver installed.

Transfer files between your device and the computer.

3

.

if your computer does not support Media Transfer Protocol (MTP) or

Connected as a media device

→

Media

Securing the device

Prevent others from using or accessing personal data and information stored in the device by
using the security features. The device requires an unlock code whenever unlocking it.

Setting a face unlock

On the Applications screen, tap

Settings

→

My device

→

Lock screen

→

Screen lock

→

Face unlock

Fit your face in the frame to be captured. Then, set a backup unlock PIN or pattern to unlock
the screen in case the face unlock fails.

.

Setting a face and voice unlock

On the Applications screen, tap

Face and voice

Fit your face in the frame to be captured and then set a voice command. Then, set a backup
unlock PIN or pattern to unlock the screen in case the face and voice unlock fails.

.

Settings

→

My device

→

Lock screen

→

Screen lock

→

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Basics

Setting a pattern

On the Applications screen, tap

Pattern

Draw a pattern by connecting four dots or more, and then draw the pattern again to verify it.
Set a backup unlock PIN to unlock the screen when you forget the pattern.

.

Settings

→

My device

→

Lock screen

→

Screen lock

→

Setting a PIN

On the Applications screen, tap

PIN

.

Enter at least four numbers, and then enter the password again to verify it.

Settings

→

My device

→

Lock screen

→

Screen lock

→

Setting a password

On the Applications screen, tap

Password

Enter at least four characters including numbers and symbols, and then enter the password
again to verify it.

.

Settings

→

My device

→

Lock screen

→

Screen lock

→

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Basics

Unlocking the device

Turn on the screen by pressing the Power button or the Home button, and enter the unlock
code.

If the unlock code is forgotten, take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to reset it.

Upgrading the device

The device can be upgraded to the latest software.

This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Upgrading with Samsung Kies

Launch Samsung Kies and connect the device to the computer. Samsung Kies automatically
recognises the device and shows available updates in a dialogue box, if any. Click the Update
button in the dialogue box to start upgrading. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for details on
how to upgrade.

•

Do not turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable while the device is
upgrading.

•

While upgrading the device, do not connect other media devices to the computer.
Doing so may interfere with the update process.

Upgrading over the air

The device can be directly upgraded to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air
(FOTA) service.

On the Applications screen, tap

Settings

→

More

→

About device

→

Software update

→

Update

.

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Communication

Phone

Use this application to make or answer a call.

Tap

Phone

Making calls

Making a call

Use one of the following methods:

•

Keypad

•

Logs

on the Applications screen.

: Enter the number using the keypad, and then tap .

: Make a call from the history of incoming and outgoing calls and messages.

•

Favourites

•

Contacts

: Make a call from the list of favourite contacts.

: Make a call from the contacts list.

Speed dial numbers

For speed dial numbers, tap and hold the corresponding digit.

Number prediction

When entering numbers on the keypad, automatic predictions appear. Select one of these to
make a call.

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Communication

Finding contacts

Enter a name, phone number, or email address to find a contact in the contacts list. As
characters are entered, predicted contacts appear. Select one to place a call to it.

Making an international call

Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears. Enter the country code, area code, and phone
number, and then tap

.

During a call

The following actions are available:

•

: Hold a call. Or press and hold the headset button. Tap to retrieve the held call, or

press and hold the headset button.

•

Add call

•

Keypad

•

Speaker

the speakerphone.

•

Mute

•

Headset

•

Swap

•

Merge

: Dial a second call.

: Open the keypad.

: Activate the speakerphone. Keep the device away from your ears when using

: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you.

: Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device.

: Switch between two calls.

: Make a multiparty call when connected to two calls. Repeat this to add more

parties. This feature is available only if the multiparty call service is active.

•

•

•

•

•

→

Contacts

→

Message

→

Memo

→

Transfer

the conversation.

→

Manage conference call

multiparty call or disconnect one party form the multiparty call.

: Open the contacts list.

: Send a message.

: Create a memo.

: Connect the first party to the second party. This disconnects you from

: Have a private conversation with one party during a

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Communication

Adding contacts

To add a phone number to the contacts list from the keypad, enter the number and tap

to contacts

.

Add

Viewing call logs

Tap

Logs

to view the history of incoming and outgoing calls.

To filter a call log, tap

→

View

, and then select an option.

Fixed dialling number

The device can be set to restrict outgoing calls only to numbers with specified prefixes. Those
prefixes are stored in the SIM or USIM card.

Tap
and then enter the PIN2 supplied with the SIM or USIM card. Tap

→

Call settings

→

Additional settings

→

Fixed Dialling Numbers

FDN list

→

Enable FDN

and add numbers.

,

Call barring

The device can be set to prevent certain calls from being made. For example, international
calling can be disabled.

Tap
barring option, and then enter a password.

→

Call settings

→

Additional settings

→

Call barring

, select a call type, select a call

Receiving calls

Answering a call

When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle, or press the headset button.

If the call waiting service is active, another call can be made. When a second call comes in,
end or hold the first call.

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Communication

Rejecting a call

When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle, or press and hold the headset button.

To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, tap

→

the rejection message, tap

Call settings

→

Set up call reject messages

Reject call with message

.

. To create

Automatically rejecting calls from unwanted numbers

Tap →
then tap

Call settings

Auto reject list

→

Call rejection

. Tap

Create

→

Auto reject mode

, enter a number, assign a category, and then tap

→

Auto reject numbers

, and

Save

.

Missed calls

If a call is missed, appears on the status bar. Open the notifications panel to view the list of
missed calls.

Call waiting

Call waiting is a service provided by the service provider. A user can use this service to
suspend a current call and switch to an incoming call. This service is not available for video
calls.

To make use of this service, tap

Call settings

→

Additional settings

→

Call forwarding

The device can be set to send incoming calls to a specified number.

Tap
type and condition. Enter a number and tap

→

Call settings

→

Additional settings

→

Enable

Call forwarding

.

Ending a call

Tap

End call

to end a call. Or press the headset button.

→

Call waiting

, and then select a call

.

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Communication

Video calls

Making a video call

Enter the number or select a contact from the contacts list, and then tap to make a video
call.

During a video call

The following actions are available:

•

Switch camera

•

Mute

: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you.

: Switch between the front and rear camera.

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

Tap and hold the other party’s image to access the following options:

•

•

→

Hide me

→

Outgoing image

→

Keypad

→

Switch to headset

→

Speaker off

→

Animated emotions

→

Theme view

→

Enable cartoon view

Capture image

Record video

It is illegal in many countries to record a call without the other party’s prior
permission.

: Hide your image from the other party.

: Select an image to show it to the other party.

: Open the keypad.

: Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device.

: Deactivate the speakerphone feature.

: Apply emotional icons to your image.

: Apply decorative icons to your image.

: Change the view mode to the cartoon view.

: Capture the other party’s image.

: Take a video of the other party’s images.

Tap and hold your image to access the following options:

•

Switch camera

•

Outgoing image

: Switch between the front and rear camera.

: Select an image to show it to the other party.

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Communication

Swapping images

Drag an image of either party onto the other party’s image to swap the images.

Contacts

Use this application to manage contacts, including phone numbers, email addresses, and
others.

Tap

Contacts

Managing contacts

Creating a contact

Tap and enter contact information.

•

: Add an image.

•

/ : Add or delete a contact field.

on the Applications screen.

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Communication

Editing a contact

Select a contact to edit, and then tap .

Deleting a contact

Tap →

Delete

.

Setting a speed dial number

Tap →
remove a speed dial number, tap and hold it, and then tap

Speed dial setting

, select a speed dial number, and then select a contact for it. To

Remove

.

Searching for contacts

Use one of the following search methods:

•

Scroll up or down the contacts list.

•

Use the index at the right side of the contacts list for quick scrolling, by dragging a finger
along it.

•

Tap the search field at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria.

Once a contact is selected, take one of the following actions:

•

: Add to favourite contacts.

•

/ : Make a voice or video call.

•

•

: Compose a message.

: Compose an email.

Displaying contacts

By default, the device shows all saved contacts on the device, the SIM or USIM card, or
another account.

Tap

→

Contacts to display

, and then select a location where contacts are saved.

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Communication

Moving contacts

Moving contacts to Google

Tap →

Contacts moved to Google Contacts appear with

Merge accounts

→

Merge with Google

Moving contacts to Samsung

Tap →

Contacts moved to Samsung Contacts appear with

Merge accounts

→

Merge with Samsung

Importing and exporting contacts

Importing contacts

Tap →

USB storage

Exporting contacts

Import/Export

.

→

Import from SIM card, Import from SD card

.

in the contacts list.

.

in the contacts list.

, or

Import from

Tap →

storage

Import/Export

.

Sharing contacts

Tap →

Share namecard via

→

Export to SIM card, Export to SD card

, select contacts, tap

Done

, and then select a sharing method.

, or

Export to USB

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Communication

Favourite contacts

Tap , and then take one of the following actions:

•

Search

•

Add to favourites

•

Remove from favourites

•

Grid view

•

Help

: Search for contacts.

: Add contacts to favourites.

: Remove contacts from favourites.

/

List view

: Access help information about using contacts.

: View contacts in grid or list form.

Contact groups

Adding contacts to a group

Select a group, and then tap . Select contacts to add, and then tap

Managing groups

Tap , and then take one of the following actions:

•

Create

•

Search

•

Change order

position, and then tap

•

Delete groups

deleted.

•

Help

: Make a new group.

: Search for contacts.

: Tap and hold next to the group name, drag it up or down to another

Done

: Select user-added groups, and then tap

: Access help information about using contacts.

.

Delete

. Default groups cannot be

Sending a message or email to a group’s members

Select a group, tap →

Send message

or

Send email

, select members, and then tap

Done

.

Done

.

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Communication

Business card

Create a business card and send it to others.

Tap

Set up my profile

address, and then tap
select the business card in

, enter details, such as phone number, email address, and postal

Save

. If user information has been saved when you set up the device,

ME

, and then tap to edit.

Tap

→

Share namecard via

, and then select a sharing method.

Messages

Use this application to send text messages (SMS) or multimedia messages (MMS).

Tap

Messages

You may incur additional charges for sending or receiving messages while you are
outside your home service area. For details, contact your service provider.

Sending messages

Tap , add recipients, enter a message, and then tap .

Use the following methods to add recipients:

•

Enter a phone number.

on the Applications screen.

•

Tap , select contacts, and then tap

Use the following methods to make a multimedia message:

•

Tap , and attach images, videos, contacts, memos, events, and others.

•

Tap →

Add subject

to enter a subject.

Done

.

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Communication

Sending scheduled messages

While composing a message, tap →
The device will send the message at the specified time and date.

•

If the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network,
or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent.

•

This feature is based on the time and date set on the device. The time and date
may be incorrect if you move across time zones and the network does not update
the information.

Scheduling

. Set a time and date, and then tap

Translating and sending messages

To use the translating feature while composing a message, tap →

Translate

Tap
message of the source language.

switch to the right, set a language pair, and then tap OK.

to translate the message, and then tap

Done

. The translated message will replace the

Translate

Done

, drag the

.

Viewing incoming messages

Incoming messages are grouped into message threads by contact.

Select a contact to view the person’s message.

Listening to a voice message

Tap and hold 1 on the keypad, and then follow the instructions from your service provider.

Email

Use this application to send or view email messages.

Tap

Email

on the Applications screen.

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Communication

Setting up email accounts

Set up an email account when opening

Enter the email address and password. Tap
Mail, or tap
instructions to complete the setup.

To set up another email account, tap

Manual setup

for a company email account. After that, follow on-screen

Email

Next

→

Settings

for the first time.

for a private email account, such as Google

→

Add account

.

Sending messages

Tap the email account to use, and then tap at the bottom of the screen. Enter recipients,
subject, and message, and then tap

Tap

Tap

Tap
message.

to add a recipient from the contacts list.

to attach images, videos, contacts, memos, events, and others.

→ to insert images, events, contacts, location information, and others into the

.

Sending scheduled messages

While composing a message, tap →
and date, and then tap
date.

•

If the device is turned off at the scheduled time, is not connected to the network,
or the network is unstable, the message will not be sent.

•

This feature is based on the time and date set on the device. The time and date
may be incorrect if you move across time zones and the network does not update
the information.

Done

. The device will send the message at the specified time and

Scheduled email

. Tick

Scheduled email

, set a time

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Communication

Reading messages

Select an email account to use, and new messages are retrieved. To manually retrieve new
messages, tap

Tap a message to read.

Add this email address to the

Reply to all recipients.

Reply to the message.

.

contacts list.

Mark the message as a reminder.

Open attachments.

Forward the message.

Delete the message.

Tap the attachment tab to open attachments, and then tap

Save

to save it.

Google Mail

Use this application to quickly and directly access the Google Mail service.

Tap

Google Mail

•

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

•

This application may be labelled differently depending on the region or service
provider.

on the Applications screen.

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Communication

Mark the message as a reminder.

Reply to this message.

Sending messages

In any mailbox, tap , enter recipients, a subject, and a message, and then tap .

Tap

Tap

Tap

Tap

Tap

→

Attach picture

→

Attach video

→

Add Cc/Bcc

→

Save draft

→

Discard

to attach images.

to attach videos.

to add more recipients.

to save the message for later delivery.

to start over.

Reading messages

Add this email address to the

contacts list.

Reply to all recipients or forward
this message to others.

Preview attachment.

Keep this message for long-term

Delete this message.

Labels

Google Mail does not use actual folders, but uses labels instead. When Google Mail is
launched, it displays messages labelled Inbox.

Tap

To add a label to a message, select the message, tap

to view messages in other labels.

Mark the message as unread.

storage.

Add a label to this message.

, and then select the label to assign.

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Communication

Hangouts

Use this application to chat with others.

Tap

Hangouts

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Select a friend from the friends list or enter data to search and select a friend from the results
to start chatting.

on the Applications screen.

Google+

Use this application to stay connected with people via Google’s social network service.

Tap

Google+

All Circles

Tap
circles.

Tap

to use other social network features.

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

to change the category, and then scroll up or down to view posts from your

Messenger

Use this application to chat with others via Google+ instant messaging service.

Tap

Messenger

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

on the Applications screen.

Select a friend from the friends list, enter a message in the field at the bottom of the screen,
and then tap

.

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Communication

ChatON

Use this application to chat with any device.

Tap

ChatON

Create a buddies list by entering phone numbers or Samsung account email addresses, or by

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

selecting buddies from the list of suggestions. Alternatively, tap

to manually sync contacts from the device.

sync

Tap

Chats

→

Start chat

and select a buddy to start chatting.

More

→

Settings

→

Contact

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Web & network

Internet

Use this application to browse the Internet.

Tap

Internet

Viewing webpages

Tap the address field, enter the web address, and then tap Go.

on the Applications screen.

Tap

To change the search engine, tap the address field, and then tap the search engine icon next
to the web address.

to share, save, or print the current webpage while viewing a webpage.

Opening a new page

Tap →

To go to another webpage, tap

New window

.

, scroll up or down, and tap the page to select it.

Bookmarks

To bookmark the current webpage, tap →

To open a bookmarked webpage, tap

, and then select one.

Add bookmark

.

History

Tap →
history, tap

History

→

to open a webpage from the list of recently-visited webpages. To clear the

Clear history

.

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Web & network

Saved pages

To view saved webpages, tap →

Saved pages

.

Links

Tap and hold a link on the webpage to open it in a new page, save, or copy.

To view saved links, use

Downloads

. (p. 90)

Sharing webpages

To share a webpage address with others, tap →

To share a part of a webpage, tap and hold the desired text, and then tap

Share via

.

Share

Chrome

Use this application to search for information and browse webpages.

.

Tap

Chrome

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Viewing webpages

Tap the address field, and then enter a web address or search criteria.

Opening a new page

Tap →

To go to another webpage, tap

New tab

.

, and then select a webpage.

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Web & network

Searching the web by voice

Tap the address field, tap , speak a keyword, and then select one of the suggested keywords
that appear.

Syncing with other devices

Sync open tabs and bookmarks to use with Chrome on another device, when you are logged
in with the same Google account.

To view open tabs on other devices, tap

To view bookmarks, tap

.

→

Other devices

. Select a webpage to open.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth creates a direct wireless connection between two devices over short distances. Use
Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other devices.

•

Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or
received via the Bluetooth feature.

•

Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted
and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating
distance may be reduced.

•

Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth
SIG, may be incompatible with your device.

•

Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies
of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes).

Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth
feature.

To activate Bluetooth, on the Applications screen, tap

Bluetooth

, and then drag the

Bluetooth

switch to the right.

Settings

→

Connections

→

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Web & network

Pairing with other Bluetooth devices

On the Applications screen, tap
detected devices are listed. Select the device you want to pair with, and then accept the auto­generated passkey on both devices to confirm.

Settings

→

Connections

→

Bluetooth

→

Scan

, and

Sending and receiving data

Many applications support data transfer via Bluetooth. An example is

→

select an image, tap
that, accept the Bluetooth authorisation request on the other device to receive the image.
The transferred file is saved in the
contacts list automatically.

Bluetooth

, and then select one of the Bluetooth devices. After

Bluetooth

folder. If a contact is received, it is added to the

Gallery

. Open

Gallery

,

NFC

Your device allows you to read near field communication (NFC) tags that contain information
about products. You can also use this feature to make payments and buy tickets for
transportation or events after downloading the required applications.

The battery contains a built-in NFC antenna. Handle the battery carefully to avoid
damaging the NFC antenna.

If the screen is locked, your device will not read NFC tags or receive data.

To activate the NFC feature, on the Applications screen, tap

NFC

Drag the

switch to the right.

Settings

→

Connections

→

NFC

Reading information from an NFC tag

Place the NFC antenna area on the back of your device near an NFC tag. The information from
the tag will appear.

.

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Web & network

Making a purchase with the NFC feature

Before you can use the NFC feature to make payments, you must register for the mobile
payment service. To register or get details about the service, contact your service provider.

Touch the back of your device to the NFC card reader.

Sending data via Android Beam

Use the Android Beam feature to send data, such as webpages and contacts, to NFC-enabled
devices.

On the Applications screen, tap
switch to the right.

Select an item, touch the back of your device to the back of the other device, and then tap
your device’s screen.

Settings

→

Connections

→

NFC

. Drag the

Android Beam

S Beam

Use this feature to send data, such as videos, images, and documents.

Do not send copyright-protected data via S Beam. Doing so may violate copyright
laws. Samsung is not responsible for any liabilities caused by the illegal use of
copyrighted data.

On the Applications screen, tap
to the right.

Select a file, touch the back of your device to the back of the other device, and then tap your

Settings

→

Connections

→

S Beam

. Drag the

S Beam

switch

device’s screen.

If both devices try to send data simultaneously, the file transfer may fail.

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Media

Music

Use this application to listen to music.

Tap

Music

Playing music

Select a music category, and then select a song to play.

Tap the album image at the bottom of the screen to open the music player screen.

on the Applications screen.

•

Some file formats are not supported depending on the device’s software version.

•

Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used.

Scan DLNA-enabled devices.

Set the file as your favourite

song.

Turn on shuffle.

Hide the music player screen.

Restart the currently-playing

song or skip to the previous
song. Tap and hold to move

backwards quickly.

Adjust the volume.

Change the repeat mode.

Open the playlist.

Skip to the next song. Tap and
hold to move forwards quickly.

Pause and resume playback.

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To listen to songs at equal volume levels, tap →

When
volume level. Use caution to avoid long-term exposure to loud sounds to prevent
damage to your hearing.

To set a personalised sound while listening to songs with a headset, tap

Adapt Sound

option is not applied to music playback. If you turn the volume down to level 13 or lower, the
option is reapplied.

Smart volume

→ On. When you turn the volume up to level 14 or higher, the adapt sound

is activated, the volume may end up louder than the device

Settings

→

Smart volume

.

→

Settings

→

Setting a song as ringtone

To use the currently-playing song as ringtone, tap →

Set as

→

Phone ringtone

.

Creating playlists

Make an own selection of songs.

Tap

Playlists

select songs to include, and then tap

To add the currently-playing song to a playlist, tap

, and then tap →

Create playlist

Done

.

. Enter a title and tap OK. Tap

→

Add to playlist

.

Add music

,

Playing music by mood

Play music grouped by mood. The playlist is automatically created by the device. To use this
feature, set the music square menu to appear at the top of the music library by tapping

Settings
square

Tap

→

Music menu

→ →

Music square

→

Music square

Library update

and select a cell of mood. Or select multiple cells by dragging your finger.

.

→

Done

. When a new song is added, tap

Music

Camera

Use this application to take photos or videos.

→

Use

Tap

Gallery

Camera

•

The camera automatically shuts off when unused.

•

Make sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in
some modes that require high resolutions.

to view photos and videos taken with the device’s camera. (p. 67)

on the Applications screen.

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Indicates which

View more options.

Camera etiquette

•

Do not take photos or videos of other people without their permission.

•

Do not take photos or videos where legally prohibited.

•

Do not take photos or videos in places where you may violate other people’s privacy.

Taking photos

Taking a photo

Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus. When the subject is in
focus, the focus frame turns green. Tap

Switch between the

front and rear

camera.

Open Gallery to view

photos and videos.

Shooting mode

to take the photo.

shooting mode is in
use.

Start taking a video.

Change the shooting
mode.

Select among
various effects that
are available.

Several photo effects are available.

Tap

MODE

•

Auto

, and then scroll up or down the screen at the right side of the screen.

: Use this to allow the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal

mode for the photo.

•

Best photo

: Take a series of photos, and then save the best one.

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•

Continuous shot

•

Sound & shot

: Take a series of photos of moving subjects.

: Use this to take a photo with sound.

Tap

•

Panorama

To get the best shot, follow these tips.

–

–

–

•

Sports

•

Night

to take a photo. The device records a few seconds of audio after taking a photo.

While taking photos in this mode, sound is recorded by the internal microphone.

: Take a photo composed of many photos strung together.

Move the camera slowly in one direction.

Keep the camera’s viewfinder within the guide frame.

Avoid taking photos of a subject in front of unrecognisable backgrounds, such as
empty skies or plain walls.

: Use this setting for fast-moving subjects.

: Use this setting for images taken in darker conditions.

Panoramic photos

A panoramic photo is a wide landscape image consisting of multiple shots.

Tap

MODE

Tap
aligned, the camera automatically takes another shot in a panoramic sequence. To stop
shooting, tap

If the viewfinder is out of the direction, the device stops shooting.

→

Panorama

and move the camera in one direction. When two panorama guide frames are

.

.

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Taking videos

Taking a video

Tap to take a video. To pause recording, tap . To stop recording, tap .

Recording mode

Tap → to change recording mode.

•

Normal

•

Limit for MMS

: Use this mode for normal quality.

: Use this mode to lower quality for sending via messaging.

Zooming in and out

Use one of the following methods:

•

Use the Volume button to zoom in or out.

•

Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out.

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The zoom in/out effect is available when using the zoom feature while shooting
video.

Share shot

Tap → , and then select one of the following:

•

Share shot

•

Buddy photo share

photo and send it to that person.

•

ChatON photo share

: Send a photo directly to another device via Wi-Fi Direct or NFC.

: Set the device to recognise a person’s face that you have tagged in a

: Send a photo to another device via ChatON.

Configuring settings for Camera

Tap → to configure settings for Camera. Not all of the following options are available
in both still camera and video camera modes. The available options vary depending on the
mode used.

•

Photo size

takes up more memory.

•

Focus mode

close objects.

•

Metering
Centre-weighted

the light value at a specific location.

•

ISO

: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. It is measured in film­camera equivalents. Low values are for stationary or brightly-lit objects. Higher values are
for fast-moving or poorly-lit objects.

/

Video size

: Select a focus mode.

: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated.

: Select a resolution. Use higher resolution for higher quality. But it

Auto focus

measures background light in the centre of the scene.

Matrix

is camera-controlled.

averages the entire scene.

Macro

Spot

is for very

measures

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•

GPS tag

•

Volume key

function.

•

Timer

•

White balance

range. The settings are designed for specific lighting situations. These settings are similar
to the heat range for white-balance exposure in professional cameras.

: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo.

•

To improve GPS signals, avoid shooting in locations where the signal may be
obstructed, such as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather
conditions.

•

Your location may appear on your photos when you upload them to the Internet.
To avoid this, deactivate the GPS tag setting.

: Set the device to use the Volume button to control the shutter or zoom

: Use this for delayed-time shots.

: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour

•

Exposure value

camera’s sensor receives. For low-light situations, use a higher exposure.

•

Guidelines

•

Flash

: Activate or deactivate the flash.

•

Contextual filename

Buddy in

•

Save as flipped

•

Storage

•

Reset

Gallery

: Select the memory location for storage.

: Reset the camera settings.

: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the

: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects.

: Set the camera to display contextual tags. Activate this to use Tag

.

: Invert the image to create a mirror-image of the original scene.

Shortcuts

Reorganise shortcuts for easy access to the camera’s various options.

Tap

Tap and hold an option and drag it to a slot at the top of the screen. The other icons can be

→

Edit quick settings

.

moved within the list by tapping and dragging them.

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Gallery

Use this application to view images and videos.

Tap

Gallery

Viewing images

on the Applications screen.

•

Some file formats are not supported depending on the software installed on the
device.

•

Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used.

Launching
an image, the
capturing a screenshot automatically creates the
it.

In a folder, images are displayed by creation date. Select an image to view it in full screen.

Scroll left or right to view the next or previous image.

Gallery

Download

displays available folders. When another application, such as

folder is automatically created to contain the image. Likewise,

Screenshots

folder. Select a folder to open

Email

, saves

Zooming in and out

Use one of the following methods to zoom in an image:

•

Double-tap anywhere to zoom in.

•

Spread two fingers apart on any place to zoom in. Pinch to zoom out, or double-tap to
return.

Playing videos

Video files show the icon on the preview. Select a video to watch it and tap .

Trimming segments of a video

Select a video, and then tap . Move the start bracket to the desired starting point, move the
end bracket to the desired ending point, and then save the video.

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Editing images

When viewing an image, tap and use the following functions:

•

Favourite

•

Slideshow

•

Photo frame

: Add the image to favourites.

: Start a slideshow with the images in the current folder.

: Use this to add a frame and a note to an image. The edited image is saved

in the

•

Photo note

•

Copy to clipboard

•

Print

some Samsung printers.

•

Rename

•

Buddy photo share

•

Rotate left

•

Rotate right

•

Crop

•

Set as

•

Details

•

Settings

Photo frame

: Use this to write a note on the back of the image. Tap to edit the note.

: Print the image via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with

: Rename the file.

: Rotate anticlockwise.

: Rotate clockwise.

: Resize the blue frame to crop and save the image in it.

: Set the image as wallpaper or a contact image.

: View image details.

: Change the Gallery settings.

folder.

: Copy to clipboard.

: Send the image to a person whose face is tagged in the image.

Favourite images

When viewing an image, tap →

Deleting images

Use one of the following methods:

•

In a folder, tap →

•

When viewing an image, tap .

Select item

Favourite

, select images by ticking, and then tap .

to add the image to the favourites list.

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Sharing images

Use one of the following methods:

•

In a folder, tap →
to others.

•

When viewing an image, tap to send it to others or share it via social network services.

Select item

, select images by ticking, and then tap to send them

Setting as wallpaper

When viewing an image, tap →
contact.

Set as

to set the image as wallpaper or to assign it to a

Tagging faces

Tap →
face on an image. Tap the face, tap

When the face tag appears on an image, tap the face tag and use available options, such as
making calls or sending messages.

Settings

Face recognition may fail depending on the face angle, face size, skin colour, facial
expression, light conditions, or accessories the subject is wearing.

, and then tick

Face tag

Add name

. A yellow frame appears around the recognised

, and then select or add a contact.

Using Tag Buddy

Tap →
display a contextual tag (weather, location, date, and person’s name) when opening an image.

Settings

→

Tag buddy

, and then drag the

Tag buddy

switch to the right to

Video

Use this application to play video files.

Tap

Video

on the Applications screen.

•

Some file formats are not supported depending on the device's software.

•

Some files may not play properly depending on the encoding method used.

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Playing videos

Select a video to play.

Scan DLNA-enabled

devices.

Move forwards or

backwards by

dragging the bar.

Change screen ratio.

Restart the current
video or skip to the
previous video. Tap

and hold to move

backwards quickly.

Deleting videos

Tap →

Delete

, select videos by ticking, and then tap

Delete

Adjust the volume.

Skip to the next video.
Tap and hold to move
forwards quickly.

Switch to floating
screen mode.

Pause and resume
playback.

.

Sharing videos

Tap →

Share via

, select videos by ticking, tap

Done

, and then select a sharing method.

Using Popup Video player

Use this feature to use other applications without closing the video player. While watching
videos, tap

Spread two fingers apart on the screen to enlarge the player or pinch to reduce it. To move
the player, drag the player to another location.

to use the pop-up player.

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Add the video to

YouTube

Use this application to watch videos from the YouTube website.

Tap

YouTube

Watching videos

Tap , and then enter a keyword. Select one of the returned search results to watch a video.

Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display full screen.

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Pause or resume

playback.

Move forwards or

backwards by

dragging the bar.

Change display

quality.

Sharing videos

Select the video to view, tap

the playlist.

Search for videos.

Send the URL to
others.

, and then select a sharing method.

Uploading videos

Select your account, tap , select a video, enter information for the video, and then tap .

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the favourites list.

FM Radio

Listen to music and news on the FM radio. To listen to the FM radio, you must connect a
headset, which serves as the radio antenna.

Tap

FM Radio

Listening to the FM radio

Plug a headset into the device before launching the FM radio.

The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically when running for the
first time.

on the Applications screen.

Tap

to turn on the FM radio. Select the radio station you want from the stations list and tap

to return to the FM radio screen.

Turn the FM radio on or off.

Fine-tune the frequency.

Search for an available radio

station.

Record a song from the FM radio.

Adjust the volume.

Access services for the current
station.

Add the current radio station to

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Scanning radio stations

Tap →
stations automatically.

Select the radio station you want from the stations list and tap
screen.

Scan

, and then select a scan option. The FM radio scans and saves available

to return to the FM radio

Adding stations to the favourites list

Scroll to a radio station, and then tap to add the station to the favourites list.

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Application & media stores

Play Store

Use this application to purchase and download applications and games that are able to run
on the device.

Tap

Play Store

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Installing applications

Browse applications by category, or tap to search with a keyword.

on the Applications screen.

Select an application to view information. To download it, tap
the application, tap the price, and follow on-screen instructions to complete the purchase
process.

•

When a new version is available for any installed application, an update icon
appears at the top of the screen to alert you to the update. Open the notifications
panel and tap the icon to update the application.

•

To install applications that you downloaded from other sources, on the
Applications screen, tap

Settings

→

More

→

Install

Security

. If there is a charge for

→

Unknown sources

.

Uninstalling applications

Uninstall the applications purchased from

Tap
then tap

→

My apps

Uninstall

, select an application to delete in the list of installed applications, and

.

Play Store

.

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Samsung Apps

Use this application to purchase and download dedicated Samsung applications. For more
information, visit

Tap

Samsung Apps

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

www.samsungapps.com

on the Applications screen.

.

Installing applications

Browse applications by category.

To search for an application, tap
search field.

Select an application to view information. To download it, tap
the application, tap the price, and follow on-screen instructions to complete the purchase
process.

When a new version is available for any installed application, an update icon appears
at the top of the screen to alert you to the update. Open the notifications panel and

at the top of the screen, and then enter a keyword in the

Free

. If there is a charge for

tap the icon to update the application.

Game Hub

Use this application to access games.

Tap

Game Hub

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Scroll left or right and select a game to download from

on the Applications screen.

Samsung Apps

.

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Music Hub

Use this application to play music and purchase songs or albums from the Music Hub
catalogue.

Subscribe to the Music Hub premium service to enjoy customised recommendations,
unlimited song streaming, personal radio stations, and cloud storage service for all your
music.

To get more details, tap →

Tap

Music Hub

•

•

•

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Some features may be labelled differently depending on the subscription terms.

Some features including streaming services may not be available depending on
the region or service provider.

Help

or visit the Music Hub website.

MY MUSIC

Play music stored on the device and in the cloud storage server. All your music stays
automatically synced with your computer.

STORE

Enjoy unlimited song streaming. Stream songs or download them to listen without network
coverage. Add songs to playlists and share them with friends.

RADIO

Listen to music on radio stations or create your own one. You can personalise your station
based on an artist you like. The station will play music similar to the songs of your favourite
artist. You can also receive customised recommendations from Music Hub.

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Play Music

Use this application to listen to music from the device or stream music from the Google cloud
service.

Tap

Play Music

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Play music by selecting a music category or share songs with others by uploading them to
the Google cloud storage.

on the Applications screen.

Readers Hub

Use this application to purchase books or subscribe to newspapers or magazines.

Tap

Readers Hub

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Select a category, and then select reading material.

When selecting a price tag to buy something or to subscribe to it, a bookstore account is
required to sign in. If an account is not registered, follow on-screen instruction to set up an
account.

on the Applications screen.

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Memo

Use this application to record important information to save and view at a later date.

Tap

Memo

Composing memos

on the Applications screen.

Tap , enter a memo, and then tap

To change the background colour, tap

To lock the memo so that others cannot view it, tap

Save

.

→

Colour

Browsing memos

Browse memo thumbnails by scrolling up or down.

To edit the memo, tap the memo.

To search for a memo, tap

To delete memos, tap

To sort memos by date, tap

To print memos via a USB or Wi-Fi connection, tap
with some Samsung printers.

To send the text in memos to others, tap

To send memos to others, tap

→

→

Search

Delete

→

→

.

.

Sort by

Share via

.

→

Share text via

.

.

→

→

Print

Lock

.

. The device is only compatible

.

To import memos from Google Docs, tap

To export memos to other storage locations, tap

To change the memo settings, tap

→

→

Settings

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Import

→

.

.

Export

.

Utilities

Viewing a memo

Tap the memo thumbnail to open it. Scroll left or right to see more memos.

Tap

•

•

•

•

•

•

and use the following:

Delete

Colour

Lock

Print

some Samsung printers.

Share text via

Share via

: Delete the memo.

: Change the background colour.

: Lock the memo so that others cannot view it.

: Print the memo via a USB or Wi-Fi connection. The device is only compatible with

: Send the text in the memo to others.

: Send the memo to others.

S Planner

Use this application to manage events and tasks.

Tap

S Planner

on the Applications screen.

Creating events or tasks

Tap , and then use one of the following methods:

•

Add event

•

Add task

: Enter an event with an optional repeat setting.

: Enter a task with an optional priority setting.

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To add an event or task more briefly, tap a date to select it and tap it again.

Enter a title and specify which calendar to use or sync with. Then tap

Edit task details

advance alert, or where it takes place.

Attach a map showing the location of the event. Enter the location in the

next to the field, and then pinpoint the precise location by tapping and holding on the

map that appears.

Attach an image. Tap

to add more details, such as how often the event repeats, when it has an

Images

, and then take a photo or select one of the existing images.

Edit event details

Location

field, tap

Syncing with Google Calendar

On the Applications screen, tap
the Google account, and then tick
Applications screen, tap

To display synced events or tasks, tap
account, and then tap

S Planner

Done

Settings

.

→

Accounts

Sync Calendar

→ →

Sync

→

Calendars

→

Google

. To manually sync for updating, on the

.

→

Display

under

, select the Google

My accounts

or

, select

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Changing calendar type

Select one from among different types of calendars including year, month, week, and others
at the right side of the screen. A pinch gesture can be used to change calendar type. For
example, pinch to change from the monthly calendar to the yearly calendar, and spread apart
to change yearly calendar back to monthly calendar.

Searching for events

Tap →

To view today’s events, tap

Search

, and then enter a keyword to search for.

Today

at the top of the screen.

Deleting events

Select an event, and then tap →

Delete

.

Sharing events

Select an event, tap →

Share via

, and then select a sharing method.

Dropbox

Use this application to save and share files with others via the Dropbox cloud storage. When
you save files to Dropbox, your device automatically syncs with the web server and any other
computers that have Dropbox installed.

Tap

Dropbox

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

on the Applications screen.

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When running Dropbox for the first time, tap
instructions to complete the setup.

Once Dropbox is activated, photos and videos taken with the device’s camera are uploaded to
Dropbox automatically. To view the uploaded photos or videos, tap
or create albums, tap

To upload files to Dropbox, tap
To open files in Dropbox, select a file.

While viewing images or videos, tap
favourites list, tap

, and then select files.

→ →

to add it to the favourites list. To open files in the

.

Start

to activate it. Follow the on-screen

Upload here

. To share or delete files

→

Photos or videos

or

Other files

.

Cloud

Use this feature to sync files or back up settings and application data with your Samsung
account or Dropbox.

On the Applications screen, tap

Settings

→

Accounts

→

Cloud

.

This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Syncing with the Samsung account

Tap your Samsung account or

Sync settings

to sync files.

Backing up or restoring data

Tap

Backup

or

Restore

to back up or restore data with your Samsung account.

Syncing with Dropbox

Tap

Link Dropbox account

instructions to complete the setup.

Once you sign in, tap
you make some changes.

Allow

, and then enter the Dropbox account. Follow the on-screen

and the device automatically syncs files with Dropbox whenever

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Clock

Use this application to set alarms, check the time in any location in the world, measure the
duration of an event, set a timer, or use as the desk clock.

Tap

Clock

on the Applications screen.

Turn this alarm on or off.

Alarm

Setting alarms

Tap

Create alarm

then tap

•

•

•

Save

Location alarm

Snooze

time.

Smart alarm

, set a time for the alarm to go off, select days for the alarm to repeat, and

.

: Set an interval and the number of times for the alarm to repeat after the preset

: Set a time for the alarm to go off before the preset time.

: Set a location. The alarm goes off only when you are in the location.

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Stopping alarms

Drag outside the large circle to stop an alarm. Drag outside the large circle to repeat
the alarm after a specified length of time.

Deleting alarms

Tap and hold the alarm, and then tap

Delete

.

World clock

Creating clocks

Tap

Add city

To apply summer time, tap and hold a clock, and then tap

, and then enter a city name or select a city from the cities list.

Deleting clocks

Tap →

Delete

, select clocks, and then tap

Delete

.

Stopwatch

Tap

Start

Tap

to time an event. Tap

Reset

to clear lap time records.

Lap

to record lap times.

DST settings

.

Timer

Set the duration, and then tap

Drag

outside the large circle when the timer goes off.

Desk clock

Tap to view in full screen.

Start

.

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Calculator

Use this application for simple or complex calculations.

Tap

Calculator

on the Applications screen.

Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If

rotation

To see the calculation history, tap

To clear the history, tap

is disabled, tap →

Scientific calculator

to hide the keypad.

→

Clear history

.

.

Screen

S Translator

Use this application to translate text into other languages.

Tap

S Translator

Using S Translator

Set the source and target languages, enter text in the input field, and then tap .

To add a language pair to your favourites list, tap

To send a language pair to others, tap

on the Applications screen.

.

.

Starting a conversation with the translator

Tap the buttons at the bottom of the screen to communicate with another person via spoken
translation.

Tap

Speak

what you say. Tap
loud.

Then, tap
in their language. The device will translate what they say. Tap
to let the device read it back to you.

for your language, and then speak into the microphone. The device will translate

in the target language field to let the device read the translation out

Speak

for the language of the person you are talking with and let the person reply

in the source language field

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Voice Recorder

Use this application to record or play voice memos.

Tap

Voice Recorder

Recording voice memos

Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone at the bottom of the device. Tap to

on the Applications screen.

pause recording. Tap

Start recording.

to finish recording.

Change the recording quality.

Recording elapsed time

Display the list of voice memos.

Playing voice memos

Select a voice memo to play.

•

: Trim the voice memo.

•

•

•

•

To send a voice memo to others, tap
then select a sharing method.

: Adjust the playback speed.

: Pause playback.

/ : Skip 60 seconds backwards or forwards.

/ : Skip to the previous or next voice memo.

→

Share via

, select a voice memo, tap

Done

, and

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Managing voice memos

In the list of voice memos, tap and select one of the following:

•

Share via

•

Delete

•

Settings

•

End

: Select voice memos to send, and then select a sharing method.

: Select voice memos to delete.

: Change the voice recorder settings.

: Close the voice recorder.

Saving files with contextual tags

In the list of voice memos, tap →

Settings

→

Contextual filename

→ On.

S Voice

Use this application to command the device by voice to dial a number, send a message, write
a memo, and more.

Tap

S Voice

Here are several examples of spoken commands:

•

Open music

•

Launch calculator

•

Call Lulu mobile

on the Applications screen. Alternatively, press the Home button twice.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

•

Dial Lulu work

•

Check schedule

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Utilities

Tips for better voice recognition

•

Speak clearly.

•

Speak in quiet places.

•

Do not use offensive or slang words.

•

Avoid speaking in dialectal accents.

The device may not recognise your commands or may perform unwanted commands
depending on your surroundings or how you speak.

Google

Use this application to search not only the Internet, but also applications and their contents
on the device as well.

Tap

Google

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Searching the device

Tap the search field, and then enter a keyword. Alternatively, tap , and then speak a
keyword.

Searching with images

To search with an image, tap →
and then tap

This feature is available only for English.

.

Search with camera

. Aim the rear camera at an image,

Search scope

To select what applications to search, tap →
items to search for.

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Settings

→

Phone search

, and then tick the

Utilities

Google Now

Launch Google search to view Google Now cards that show the current weather, public
transit info, your next appointment, and more when you are most likely to need it.

Join Google Now when opening Google search for the first time. To change Google Now

→

settings, tap

Settings

→

Google Now

.

Voice Search

Use this application to search webpages by speaking.

Tap

Voice Search

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

on the Applications screen.

Speak a keyword or phrase when

Speak now

appears on the screen.

My Files

Use this application to access all kinds of files stored in the device, including images, videos,
songs, and sound clips.

Tap

My Files

Select a category, and then select a folder to open it. To go back to the parent folder, tap
To return to the root directory, tap

In a folder, tap

•

Select all

•

Create folder

on the Applications screen.

.

, and then use one of the following options:

: Select all files to apply the same option to them at once.

: Create a folder.

.

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Utilities

•

Search

•

View by

•

Sort by

•

Settings

: Search for files or folders.

: Change the view mode.

: Sort files or folders.

: Change the file manager settings.

Downloads

Use this application to see what files are downloaded through the applications.

Tap

Downloads

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

on the Applications screen.

Select a file to open it with an appropriate application.

To sort the files by size, tap

To sort the files by date, tap

Sort by size

Sort by date

.

.

TripAdvisor

Use this application to get travel information such as destination or hotel. You can also book
for a room and share your reviews with others.

Tap

TripAdvisor

on the Applications screen.

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Travel & local

Maps

Use this application to pinpoint the location of the device, search for places, or get directions.

Tap

Maps

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Searching for locations

Tap , enter an address, and then tap . Select a location to view the detailed location
information. To search for nearby locations, tap

Once the location is found, tap

•

Clear Map

•

Make available offline

•

Directions

•

Layers

•

Settings

•

Help

To view current location, tap

To zoom in or out the map, spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to
zoom out.

: Clear the map.

: Save the map of a specified area to view it offline.

: Get directions for the location.

: Overlay multiple layers including satellite images, traffic information, and more.

: Change the map settings.

: View information about using the map.

and use one of the following functions:

.

.

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Travel & local

Getting directions for a destination

Tap .

1

Tap , and then select a method to enter starting and ending locations:

2

•

My current location

•

Contacts

•

Point on map

•

My Places

: Select from the contacts list.

: Select from the list of favourite places.

: Pinpoint by tapping on the map.

: Use current location for starting location.

Select a travel method, such as driving, public transit, or walking, and then tap

3

DIRECTIONS

Select one of the routes that appear, and then tap

4

.

MAP VIEW

to view details.

Local

Use this application to search for nearby restaurants, banks, bus stops, and more.

Tap

Local

on the Applications screen.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

Select a place category, and then select a place from the list of search results.

•

Map

: Pinpoint the place on the map.

•

Directions

: Search for a route to the place.

GET

•

Call

: Call the place’s phone number.

To add a place category, tap
keyword to search into the text field.

→

Add a search

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on the category list, and then enter a

Travel & local

Navigation

Use this application to search for a route to a destination.

Tap

Navigation

•

•

Specify the destination by using one of the following methods:

•

Speak the destination address.

•

Enter the destination address.

on the Applications screen.

Navigation maps, your current location, and other navigational data may differ
from actual location information. You should always pay attention to road
conditions, traffic, and any other factors that may affect your driving. Follow all
safety warnings and regulations while driving.

This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

•

Select the destination address from the contacts list.

•

Select the destination from the list of starred places.

Once a route is found, follow on-screen instructions to navigate to the destination.

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Settings

About Settings

Use this application to configure the device, set application options, and add accounts.

Tap

Settings

Connections

Wi-Fi

Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other
network devices.

on the Applications screen.

To use options, tap

•

Advanced

•

WPS push button

•

WPS PIN entry

•

Help

: Access help information for Wi-Fi.

Wi-Fi

→ .

: Customise Wi-Fi settings.

: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS button.

: Connect to a secured Wi-Fi network with a WPS PIN.

Setting Wi-Fi sleep policy

Tap

Wi-Fi

→ →

When the screen is turned off, the device automatically turns off Wi-Fi connections.
When this happens, the device automatically accesses data networks if it is set to use
them. This may incur data transfer fees. To avoid data-usage bills, set this option to

Always

Advanced

.

→

Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep

.

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Settings

Setting Network notification

The device can detect open Wi-Fi networks and display an icon on the status bar to notify
when available.

Tap

Wi-Fi

→ →

Advanced

and tick

Network notification

to activate this feature.

Wi-Fi Direct

Wi-Fi Direct connects two devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access
point.

Tap

Wi-Fi

→

Wi-Fi Direct

.

Bluetooth

Activate the Bluetooth feature to exchange information over short distances.

To use more options, tap

•

Visibility timeout

•

Received files

•

Help

: Access help information for Bluetooth.

: Set duration that the device is visible.

: View received files via the Bluetooth feature.

.

Data usage

Keep track of your data usage amount, and customise the settings for the limitation.

•

Mobile data

•

Set mobile data limit

•

Data usage cycle

To use more options, tap

•

Data roaming

•

Restrict background data

a mobile network.

: Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network.

: Set a limit for the mobile data usage.

: Enter monthly reset date to monitor your data usage.

.

: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming.

: Set the device to disable sync in the background while using

•

Auto sync data

information to sync for each account in

: Activate or deactivate auto-syncing of applications. You can select what

Settings

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→

Accounts

.

Settings

•

Show Wi-Fi usage

•

Mobile hotspots

background from using them.

: Set the device to show your data usage via Wi-Fi.

: Select Wi-Fi hotspots to prevent applications that are running in the

More networks

Customise settings to control networks.

Flight mode

This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.

Mobile networks

•

Mobile data

: Use to allow packet switching data networks for network services.

•

Data roaming

your home network is not available.

•

Access Point Names

•

Network mode

•

Network operators

: Use the device to connect to another network when you are roaming or

: Set up access point names (APNs).

: Select a network type.

: Search for available networks and select a network for roaming.

Tethering and portable hotspot

•

Portable Wi-Fi hotspot

network connection with computers or other devices through the Wi-Fi network.

•

USB tethering

a computer via USB. When connected to a computer, the device is used as a wireless
modem for the computer.

•

Bluetooth tethering

connection with computers via Bluetooth.

•

Help

: Learn more about USB, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth tethering.

: Use USB tethering to share the device’s mobile network connection with

: Use the portable Wi-Fi hotspot to share the device’s mobile

: Use the Bluetooth tethering to share the device’s mobile network

VPN

Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs).

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NFC

•

NFC

: Activate the NFC feature to read or write NFC tags that contain information.

•

Android Beam

contacts, to NFC-enabled devices.

: Turn on the Android Beam feature to send data, such as webpages and

S Beam

Activate the S Beam feature to send data, such as videos, images, and documents, to devices
that support NFC and Wi-Fi Direct.

Kies via Wi-Fi

Connect the device to Samsung Kies via a Wi-Fi network.

My device

Lock screen

Change settings for the locked screen.

•

Screen lock

on the screen lock feature selected.

•

Multiple widgets

•

Lock screen widgets

–

Favourite apps or Camera

launch the camera application automatically when you swipe panels to the left on the
locked screen.

–

Clock or personal message

the locked screen. The following options may vary, depending on your selection.

: Activate the screen lock feature. The following options may vary depending

: Set the device to allow use of widgets on the locked screen.

:

: Set the device to show shortcuts for each application or

: Set the device to show a clock or personal message on

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Settings

For a clock:

–

Dual clock

–

Clock size

–

Show date

–

Owner information

For a personal message:

–

Edit personal message

•

Shortcuts

This feature may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

•

Unlock effect

: Set the device to show the dual clock.

: Change the size of the clock.

: Set the device to show the date with the clock.

: Set the device to show and edit application shortcuts on the locked screen.

: Select an effect when you unlock the screen.

: Enter your information that is shown with the clock.

: Edit the personal message.

•

Help text

•

Wake up in lock screen

screen is locked.

•

Set wake-up command

specified function.

: Set the device to show the help text on the locked screen.

: Set the device to recognise your wake up command when the

: Set a wake up command to launch

Display

Change the settings for the display.

•

Wallpaper

–

Home screen

–

Lock screen

–

Home and lock screens

locked screen.

•

Notification panel

:

: Select a background image for the Home screen.

: Select a background image for the locked screen.

: Select a background image for the Home screen and the

: Customise the items that appear on the notifications panel.

S Voice

or perform a

•

Brightness

: Set the brightness of the display.

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Settings

•

Auto-rotate screen

•

Screen timeout

backlight.

•

Daydream

desktop dock or charging.

•

Font style

•

Font size

•

Touch key light duration

•

Display battery percentage

: Set the device to launch a screensaver when your device is connected to a

: Change the font type for display text.

: Change the font size.

: Set the content to rotate automatically when the device is turned.

: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s

: Set the duration for the touch button backlight.

: Set the device to display the remaining battery life.

Sound

Change settings for various sounds on the device.

•

Volume

notifications.

•

Ringtones

•

Vibrations

•

Default notification sound

missed calls.

•

Vibrate when ringing

•

Dialling keypad tone

•

Touch sounds

touch screen.

•

Screen lock sound

•

Adapt Sound

listening to music.

: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system sounds, and

: Select a ringtone to alert you to incoming calls.

: Add or select a vibration pattern.

: Set the device to sound when selecting an application or option on the

: Set the device to sound when locking or unlocking the touch screen.

: Personalise the sound for the ear you use most during calls or while

: Select a ringtone for events, such as incoming messages and

: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls.

: Set the device to sound when tapping the buttons on the keypad.

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Call

Customise the settings for calling features.

•

Call rejection

numbers to the reject list.

•

Set up call reject messages

•

Answering/ending calls

–

The home key answers calls

pressing the Home button.

–

The power key ends calls

button.

•

Turn off screen during calls

: Reject calls from specified phone numbers automatically. Add phone

: Add or edit the message sent when you reject a call.

:

: Set the device to answer an incoming call when

: Set the device to end a call when pressing the Power

: Set the device to turn on the proximity sensor during a call.

•

Call alerts

–

Answer vibration

–

Call end vibration

–

Call connect tone

–

Minute minder

–

Call end tone

–

Alerts during calls

•

Call accessories

–

Automatic answering

(available only when a headset is connected).

–

Automatic answering timer

answering calls.

–

Outgoing call conditions

:

: Set the device to vibrate when the other party answers a call.

: Set the device to vibrate when the other party ends a call.

: Activate or deactivate the call connection tone.

: Activate or deactivate the minute minder tone.

: Activate or deactivate the call disconnection tone.

: Set the device to alert you to events during a call.

:

: Set the device to answer automatically after a specified period

: Select the length of time that the device waits before

: Set the device to allow outgoing calls with a Bluetooth

headset, even when your device is locked.

–

Outgoing call type

Bluetooth headset.

: Select the type of outgoing calls to make when you use a

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