Samsung S8+ User Manual

Meet your phone.

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About your phone Setting up your phone

Your phone already has a SIM card installed.

Volu me

SIM/microSD

buttons

Bixby

button

Edge

screen

NOTE: Devices and software are constantly evolving—the screen images and icons you see here are for reference only.

card slot

FPO

Headset jack

Front

camera

Iris scanner

Pow er/ Lock button

Edge screen

Flash

Rear camera

FPO

USB/Charger port

Fingerprint scanner

Optional: Insert the microSD card

1. With the scre en facing up, i nsert the too l that came with your ph one into the hole o n the SIM/mi croSD™ card tray to ope n it.

2. Carefully s lide out the tray.

3. Insert th e microSD c ard into the tray with the g old contacts fac ing down (as sh own).

4. Carefully s lide the tray bac k into place.

SIM ca rd

microSD card

CAUTION: Use only charging devices and batteries that are approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for your device to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may void your warranty and may cause damage.

Charge the Phone

Before turning on your phone, charge it fully.

Your phone comes with an Adaptive Fast Charging charger and a USB cable. Plug the smaller end of the cable into the USB/charger port on your phone and the larger end into the charger. Then plug the charger into an electrical outlet.

NOTE: microSD™/SDHC™/SDXC™ memory cards supported (sold separately).

Using your phone

Turning your phone on/o

To turn your phone on, press and hold the Power/Lock button.

Press and hold the Power/Lock button again to turn it o.

Locking/Unlocking the screen

To turn on your screen, press the Power/Lock button and then swipe up on the screen to unlock it.

To turn o your screen and prevent accidental key presses, press the Power/Lock button.

For added security, choose one of these other locking features:

• Fingerprint Scanner: Use your ﬁngerprint to unlock

your phone.

• Face Lock: Have your phone unlock when it

recognizes your face.

• Iris Scanner: Use your eyes to unlock your phone.

> From the Home screen, swipe up for Apps

and then tap Settings > Lock screen and security and choose your screen lock type. Then follow the onscreen instructions.

NOTE: The Iris Scanner is not intended to be used as a medical device and the biometric data collected and stored locally by the mechanism is not intended to be used for any diagnostic, therapeutic, or preventative purposes. Please follow all instructions for use of this feature. For more information, refer to the online support content or visit: Samsung.com/US/IrisScanner.

Home screen mode

You can select one of the two modes: Easy or Standard. Instructions in this guide are written using Standard mode.

Standard mode is for users who are familiar with Android™.

Easy mode is a simplified experience for the first-time smartphone user.

1. > From the Home s creen, swi pe up for Apps

and then tap Settings > Easy mode.

2. Choose t he mode you want to us e and tap APPLY.

Standard mode Easy mode

Using your phone

Old Device New Galaxy

Edge screens

Edge screens deliver always-on access to text, email, notiﬁcations, news and more.

To choose which Edge screen you want to use and customize the information it displays:

> From the Home s creen, swi pe up for Apps and

then tap Settings > Edge screen.

Edge screen

Tap to see notifications, missed calls, messages, calendar events and much more.

Hello Bixby

To launch Hello Bixby, press the Bixby button.

Hello Bixby allows you to quickly set reminders, create

voice dictation, search and access content on your phone and on the internet.

Apps

Find new apps to download and install on your device.

Play Store: Download new apps from the Google Play store. Visit Play.Google.com/Store/Apps to learn more.

Galaxy Apps: view and download Samsung apps that are optimized for use with Galaxy devices. Visit Samsung.com/Levant/Apps/Mobile/ GalaxyApps to learn more.

Copying content from your old phone

For help transferring contacts, photos and other content from your old phone, visit verizonwireless.com/Cloud.

Or, transfer content using Smart Switch and the USB connector that came with your phone.

> From the Home screen, swipe up for Apps

and then tap Settings > Backup and reset >

Smart Switch.

Learning more

Use the Help feature to access your device user manual and other information on how to use your phone.

Making calls

Voicemail

Sending texts

Getting apps

Taking photos

Accessibility settings

> To open the Help feature, from

the Home screen swipe up for Apps and

then tap Settings > Help .

From your computer, visit verizonwireless.com/Support.

Download a User Guide from

verizonwireless.com/Support or call

888.987.HELP to order a copy.

Managing your account

My Verizon Mobile app Manage your account, track your usage, edit account information, pay your bill and more.

International travel

For features and rates when outside the US, visit :

verizonwireless.com/International.

Customer service

Call 800.922.0204 Twitter @VZWSupport

Additional information

Your wireless device and third-party services

Verizon Wireless is the mobile carrier associated with this wireless device, but many services and features offered through this device are provided by or in conjunction with third parties. Verizon Wireless is not responsible for your use of this device or any non-Verizon Wireless applications, services and products, including any personal information you choose to use, submit or share with others. Specific third-party terms and conditions, terms of use and privacy policies apply. Please review carefully all applicable terms, conditions and policies prior to using this wireless device and any associated application, product or service.

Hearing aid compatibility information This phone has been tested and rated for use with hearing aids for some of the wireless technologies that it uses. However, there may be some newer technologies that have not been tested yet for use with hearing aids. It is important to try the different features of this phone thoroughly and in different locations, using your hearing aid or cochlear implant, to determine if you hear any interfering noise. Ask your service provider or the manufacturer of this phone for information on hearing aid compatibility. If you have questions about return or exchange policies, ask your service provider or phone retailer.

Samsung and Galaxy S8 are trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Android, Google, the Google logo and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc. Screen images simulated. Appearance of device may vary.

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