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
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manual, refer to the Samsung website,
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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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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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are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
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use of media.
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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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Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment
Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information
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About this manual
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Table of Contents
Getting started
8 Device layout
9 Buttons
10 Package contents
11 Installing the SIM or USIM card and
battery
16 Charging the battery
18 Inserting a memory card
20 Attaching a hand strap
21 Turning the device on and off
21 Holding the device
22 Locking and unlocking the device
22 Adjusting the volume
22 Switching to silent mode
37 Entering text
39 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
40 Setting up accounts
41 Transferring files
42 Securing the device
44 Upgrading the device
Communication
45 Phone
51 Contacts
54 Messaging
56 Email
58 Google Mail
59 Talk
Basics
23 Indicator icons
24 Using the touch screen
27 Control motions
31 Notifications
31 Quick setting panel
32 Home screen
34 Locked screen
35 Using applications
36 Applications screen
37 Help
60 Google+
60 Messenger
61 ChatON
Web & network
62 Internet
63 Chrome
64 Bluetooth
65 Screen Mirroring
66 Samsung Link
67 Group Play
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68 NFC
69 S Beam
69 WatchON
Camera: Basic functions
71 Launching Camera
73 Taking photos
73 Taking videos
74 Viewing photos and videos
74 Using the zoom ring
75 Taking photos or videos with voice
commands
76 Taking photos or videos with filter
effects
76 Changing shooting options quickly
77 Reducing camera shake
99 WB (light source)
100 Metering
101 Drive mode
102 Flash
102 Focus mode
103 Focus area
103 Face detection
104 Photo size
104 Quality
104 Auto contrast
104 Adjust image
105 Timer
105 OIS (anti-shake)
106 Video recording options
106 Sharing options
106 Camera settings
77 Using face detection
78 Tips for taking clearer photos
Camera: Shooting modes
82 Auto
83 Expert
85 Smart
96 My mode
Camera: Shooting options
and settings
97 Customising shooting options
Media
108 Gallery
111 Paper Artist
112 Video
113 Video editor
114 Story Album
116 Music
118 YouTube
119 Flipboard
120 Photo Suggest
Application & media stores
97 EV (brightness)
98 ISO (sensitivity)
121 Play Store
122 Samsung Hub
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122 Samsung Apps
123 Play Movies
123 Play Music
Utilities
124 S Memo
127 S Planner
129 Dropbox
130 Cloud
131 Clock
133 Calculator
133 S Translator
134 Voice Recorder
135 S Voice
146 My device
158 Accounts
159 More
162 Google Settings
Troubleshooting
Cleaning the device
136 Google
137 Voice Search
137 My Files
138 Downloads
138 TripAdvisor
Travel & local
139 Maps
140 Local
141 Navigation
Settings
142 About Settings
142 Connections
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Getting started
Headset jack
IrLED
Microphone for
Device layout
Proximity/Light
sensor
Front camera
Earpiece
Home button
Menu button
Multipurpose jack
sound recording
Speaker
GPS antenna
Power button
Volume button
Touch screen
Shutter button
Back button
Microphone
Zoom ring
AF-assist light
Flash
Main antenna
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Lens
Tripod mount
NFC antenna
Memory card slot
Eyelet for strap
Getting started
The microphone at the top of the device is active only when you record voice memos or take
videos.
Do not use the device if it is cracked or broken. Broken glass or acrylic could cause
injury to your hands and face. Take the device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it
repaired.
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Do not cover the antenna area with your hands or other objects, except when you
are taking photos or videos. 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
ButtonFunction
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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
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Press and hold for more than 7 seconds to reset the device if
Power
Menu
Home
Back
it has 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.
Volume
Shutter
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Press to adjust the device volume.
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Press and hold to turn the camera on.
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In the camera application, half-press to focus on the subject.
When the subject is in focus, the focus frame turns green.
Press to take the photo.
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Getting started
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.
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Getting started
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.
Only microSIM cards work with the device.
Remove the battery cover.
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Be careful not to damage your fingernails when you remove the battery cover.
Do not bend or twist the battery cover excessively. Doing so may damage the cover.
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Insert the SIM or USIM card with the gold-coloured contacts facing upwards.
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Inserting the SIM or USIM card improperly may cause serious damage to the device.
Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
Push the SIM or USIM card into the slot until it locks in place.
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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.
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Getting started
Slide the battery lock to the right to unlock it.
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Insert the battery.
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Make sure to properly align the battery’s gold-coloured contacts when inserting the
battery.
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Getting started
Slide the battery lock to the left to lock it.
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Replace the battery cover.
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Getting started
Removing the SIM or USIM card and battery
Remove the battery cover.
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Slide the battery lock to the right to unlock it.
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Pull out the battery.
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Push the SIM or USIM card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.
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Getting started
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.
Charging with the charger
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and then plug the end of the USB cable into
the multipurpose jack.
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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Getting started
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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.
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:
ChargingFully charged
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Getting started
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.
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
SD memory card
folder under the internal memory.
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Getting started
Insert a memory card with the gold-coloured contacts facing upwards.
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Push the memory card into the slot until it locks in place.
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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
Push the memory card until it disengages from the device, and then pull it out.
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
.
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Getting started
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
Attaching a hand strap
Slide a hand strap through the slot and hook it over the small projection.
→
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Getting started
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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Getting started
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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Basics
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.
IconMeaning
No signal
Signal strength
Roaming (outside of normal service area)
GPRS network connected
EDGE network connected
UMTS network connected
HSDPA network connected
HSPA+ 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
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IconMeaning
New text or multimedia message
Alarm activated
Silent mode activated
Vibration mode activated
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.
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Basics
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.
Dragging
To move an icon, thumbnail, or preview to a new location, tap and hold it and drag it to the
target position.
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Double-tapping
Double-tap on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Double-tap again to return.
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.
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Pinching
Spread two fingers apart on a webpage, map, or image to zoom in a part. Pinch to zoom out.
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
Motion
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.
→
My device
→
Motions and gestures
→
Motion
, and then drag the
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Basics
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.
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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.
Holding to ear
While viewing call, message, or contact details, pick up and hold the device to your ear to
make a call.
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Basics
Panning to move
Tap and hold an item, and then move the device to the left or right to move the item to
another panel on the Home screen or the Applications screen.
Panning to browse
When an image is zoomed in, tap and hold a point on the screen, and then move the device
in any direction to browse the image.
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Turning over
Turn over the device to mute ringtone or pause media playback.
Tilting
Tap and hold two points on the screen, and then tilt the device back and forth to zoom in or
out.
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