Get Started .................................................................................................................................................... 1
Your Phone at a Glance ........................................................................................................................ 1
Set Up Your Phone ............................................................................................................................... 1
Activation and Service .......................................................................................................................... 3
Create Your Account and Pick Your Plan ..................................................................................... 3
Activate Your Phone ..................................................................................................................... 4
Manage Your Account .................................................................................................................. 4
Top-Up Your Account ................................................................................................................... 4
Additional Information ................................................................................................................... 5
Complete the Setup .............................................................................................................................. 5
Set Up Voicemail ................................................................................................................................... 6
Your Phone’s Layout ............................................................................................................................. 8
Features ........................................................................................................................................ 8
Turn Your Phone On and Off ................................................................................................................ 9
Turn Your Screen On and Off ............................................................................................................. 10
Features .............................................................................................................................................. 10
Motions and Gestures ................................................................................................................. 10
Air View ....................................................................................................................................... 11
Multi Window ............................................................................................................................... 11
Enter Text ............................................................................................................................................ 23
Text Input Methods ..................................................................................................................... 23
Google Voice Typing ................................................................................................................... 23
Add a Contact ..................................................................................................................................... 41
Save a Phone Number ........................................................................................................................ 42
Edit a Contact ...................................................................................................................................... 42
Add or Edit Information for a Contact ......................................................................................... 42
Assign a Picture to a Contact...................................................................................................... 42
Assign a Ringtone to a Contact .................................................................................................. 43
Link Contacts .............................................................................................................................. 43
Groups ................................................................................................................................................ 46
Apps and Entertainment .............................................................................................................................. 63
Google Play Store ............................................................................................................................... 63
Find and Install an App ............................................................................................................... 63
Create a Google Wallet Account ................................................................................................ 63
Open an Installed App ................................................................................................................ 64
Uninstall an App .......................................................................................................................... 64
Music Apps .......................................................................................................................................... 65
Google Play Music ...................................................................................................................... 65
Music ........................................................................................................................................... 65
Google Play Movies & TV ................................................................................................................... 68
Google Play Books.............................................................................................................................. 69
Google Play Games ............................................................................................................................ 69
Google Play Newsstand ...................................................................................................................... 69
My Account ......................................................................................................................................... 69
Virgin Mobile Feed .............................................................................................................................. 70
Web and Data ............................................................................................................................................. 71
Turn Wi-Fi On or Off ................................................................................................................... 71
Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network .................................................................... 71
Internet ................................................................................................................................................ 72
Your Data Services User Name .................................................................................................. 73
Data Connection Status and Indicators ...................................................................................... 74
Virtual Privat e Networks (VPN) ........................................................................................................... 74
Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection .................................................................................. 74
Add a VPN .................................................................................................................................. 75
Connect to a VPN ....................................................................................................................... 76
Disconnect from a VPN ............................................................................................................... 76
Pictures and Video ...................................................................................................................................... 78
Camera ............................................................................................................................................... 78
Open the Camera ....................................................................................................................... 78
Take a Picture ............................................................................................................................. 79
Record Videos ............................................................................................................................ 79
Review Pictures and Videos from the Camera ........................................................................... 79
Configure the Camera ................................................................................................................. 81
Video ................................................................................................................................................... 88
Tools and Calendar ..................................................................................................................................... 90
Bluetooth ............................................................................................................................................. 90
Turn Bluetooth On or Off ............................................................................................................. 90
Connect a Bluetooth Headset or Car Kit ..................................................................................... 90
Reconnect a Headset or Car Kit ................................................................................................. 91
Disconnect or Unpair from a Bluetooth Device ........................................................................... 91
Send Information Using Bluetooth .............................................................................................. 92
Send Information from Your Phone to Another Device .............................................................. 92
Receive Information Using Bluetooth ......................................................................................... 93
Google Now ...................................................................................................................................... 100
Google Search .................................................................................................................................. 100
Help ................................................................................................................................................... 100
My Files ............................................................................................................................................. 101
My Magazine ..................................................................................................................................... 101
S Health ............................................................................................................................................ 102
S Voice .............................................................................................................................................. 104
Help ................................................................................................................................................... 161
Activate This Device.......................................................................................................................... 161
System Update Settings ................................................................................................................... 162
About Device Settings ....................................................................................................................... 162
S Voice Settings ................................................................................................................................ 178
Copyright Information ................................................................................................................................ 180
Index .......................................................................................................................................................... 181
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Get Started
The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone and Virgin service the first
time.
Your Phone at a Glance
The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary features.
Set Up Your Phone
Before using your new phone, you must install and charge the battery.
Note: Your phone’s battery should have enough charge to turn the phone on and find a signal, complete
the setup wizard, set up voicemail, and make a call. You should fully charge the battery as soon as
possible.
Install the Battery
1. Using the slot provided, gently lift the cover off the phone.
2. Insert the battery, aligning the gold contacts on the battery with the gold contacts on the phone,
and gently press the battery into place.
3. Replace the battery compartment cover, making sure all the tabs are secure and there are no
gaps around the cover.
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Important: Before closing the cover, check to see if there is any foreign substance such as dust or sand
between the rubber on the back of the cover and the sealing area.
Note: Water-resistant and dustproof based on IP67 rating, which tests submersion up to 1 meter for up to
30 minutes. Not shockproof. Covers must be tightly closed.
Maintaining Water and Dust Resistance
This device is rated IP67 using the Ingress Protection rating system. The dust rating is 6 (highest level of
protection) and the water resistance rating is 7 (water resistant up to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes).
Despite this classification, your device is not impervious to water damage in any situation. It is important
that all compartments are closed tightly.
Follow these tips carefully to prevent damage to the device.
● Whenever your device gets wet, dr y it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth.
● Do not expose the device to salt water or ionized water, or to water over 1 meter deep for more
than 30 minutes. If your device is exposed to salt water, wash the device with fresh water then
dry thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. Otherwise, when it dries, salt may accumulate and block
the microphone, earpiece, and speaker.
●When drying off your device, be sure to pat the earpiece (top front of phone), microphone (bottom
of phone), and speaker (rear of phone) with a clean, soft cloth to remove as much water as
possible.
●When making a call immediately after your device is wet, the microphone may have water in it
which may lower the volume that the other person will hear. After drying off the device, allow the
device to air-dry before making a call.
●The back and USB/Accessory Port covers may be loosened slightly if the device is dropped or
receives an impact. Ensure that all the covers are properly aligned and tightly closed. Otherwise,
they may not provide protection from water and dust.
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●Always keep the USB/Accessory Port cover clean and be careful to avoid damaging it.
Note: The touch screen may not be active in water.
Charge the Battery
1. On the bottom of the phone, gently lift the multipurpose jack cover to reveal the USB
Charger/Accessory Port.
2. Plug the USB cable into the Charger/Accessory Port on the bottom of the phone.
3. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the Charging Head, and then plug the Charging Head
into an electrical outlet to charge your battery. Fully charging a battery may take up to three
hours.
Note: Your phone supports USB 3.0 and USB 2.0, and includes a USB 3.0 cable for higher data transfer
speeds when connected to another USB 3.0 de vice. You can also us e USB 2.0 cabl es (not incl ude d) to
charge and connect your phone.
Caution: Be careful not to damage or detach the USB cover. A damaged or missing cover can result in
water damage to the device.
Activation and Service
Before using your device, you must set up your service with Virgin Mobile. You will need your phone’s
serial number (MEID), printed on a sticker inside the battery compartment.
Create Your Account and Pick Your Plan
Set up your Virgin Mobile account.
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1. From your computer, visit virginmobileusa.com and click Activate.
2. Choose an activation option and click Next. Then enter your zip code and click Next.
3. When prompted, enter the serial number (MEID) printed on the sticker located on the back of
your phone in the battery compartment. This number can also be found on the bottom panel of
the phone’s package.
4. Follow the remaining instructions to choose your plan and select a payment method.
5. Follow the activation instructions below and you’ll be able to start using your phone.
Activate Your Phone
After setting up your account on virginmobileusa.com, simpl y turn your device on. Your de vice is
designed to activate automatically. If you are swapping from another Virgin Mobile device to a new one,
be sure to turn off the old device before swapping the serial number (MEID). Once the MEID swap is
complete, turn on the new device and the programming information will be pushed to your device
automatically.
You can also start the activation process manually.
■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Activate this device.
Manage Your Account
Access information about your account. You can:
● Check your minutes.
● Add money (Top-Up).
● Changes plans.
● And more!
From Your Phone
Access your account from the special My Account app.
■ From home, tap My Account.
From Your Computer
■ Log in with your phone number and account PIN at virginmobileusa.com.
Top-Up Your Account
Sign up for Auto Pay to keep your service working month after month. Or, you can buy Top-Up cards at
thousands of retailers and add m one y to your acc ount fr om your phone or by logging in at
virginmobileusa.com.
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Auto Pay
Auto Pay is the easiest way to keep your service working. Once you register your credit card, debit card
or PayPal account, you can set it to automatically pay your monthly plan. Then you can keep emailing,
IMing, Tweeting with Twitter, surfing, and talking with no interruptions. Set up Auto Pay anytime by
logging into My Account at virginmobileusa.com, and adjusting your payment settings.
From Your Phone
■ From home, tap My Account.
– or –
From home, tap Phone. Dial , and then tap .
Additional Information
For more information about your Virgin Mobile account, as well as other Virgin Mobile services, visit us at:
virginmobileusa.com.
Or, call us at 1-888-322-1122. We’re here to serve you.
Complete the Setup
After you turn on your phone and activate it, your phone displays a Welcome screen. From the Welcome
screen, follow the prompts to set up features and preferences on your phone.
Note: In some cases, you may be able to complete the setup process before your phone has been
activated on your Virgin account.
1. At the Welcome screen, choose options, and then tap Start to begin setup:
Language: Choose the default language for your phone’s operation.
Accessibility: Configure settings to access settings to improve the accessibility of your
phone’s features if you are visually impaired or hard of hearing.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete setup for each topic. Tap Next, or the right arrow, to
move through the steps. You can skip options to continue to the next one. During setup, you may
see these options:
Wi-Fi: By default, your phone prompts you to use Wi-Fi
a Wi-Fi access point to connect to it, or you can continue setup using your phone’s
connection to the wireless network.
EULA & Diagnostic Data: Read the End User License Agreement (EULA) and then tap the
check box to confirm that you understand and agree to it terms and conditions. If you do not
agree to the EULA, you cannot continue with setup. If you consent to provide diagnostic and
usage data to Samsung, tap Yes, or tap No thanks.
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when accessing data services. Tap
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Got Google?: Your phone uses your Google™ account to provide access to many features
and apps. Complete the steps to sign in to your current Google account, or sign up for a new
Google account right from your phone. You can also skip signing in to your Google account,
or sign in later.
Google services: Select Google service preferences, including Backup & Restore, Location
and Communication options.
Entertainment: You can set up Google Wallet™ with a credit card to use with Google Wallet
to purchase items from Google Play™.
This phone belongs to: Enter your First and Last name, to personalize Google features and
apps.
Samsung account: Some apps and features use your Samsung account. You can sign in to
your Samsung account, or follow the prompts to create a new account.
Dropbox: Dropbox provides Web-based “cloud” storage, so you can save your pictures and
videos to the web, and any computers you link to. If you create a Dropbox account during
setup, you can get a 50GB Dropbox account for 2 years. You can create a new account here,
or sign in to your existing Dropbox account.
Device name: Your device name is how you and other devices identify your phone, such as
when sharing via Bluetooth
field and enter a name.
Easy mode: Easy mode offers a simpler home screen layout, with larger text and icons. Tap
the check box to turn on Easy mode. You can also choose Easy mode from Settings at any
time.
3. Tap Finish to complete setup. You may see a series of informational or update screens. Follow
the prompts to continue.
Note: During or after setup, you may see a Connections Optimizer notice. Read the notice and then
touch I Ag ree to allow your phone to connect automatically to the best available data network, including
Wi-Fi. To turn Connections Optimizer off at any time, from home touch Apps > Settings >
More networks > Mobile networks > Connections optimizer and uncheck the box. See Mobile
Networks Settingsfor details.
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or Wi-Fi Direct™. If you want to use a different name, tap the
Set Up Voicemail
Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to voicemail, even if your phone is in use or
turned off. You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated.
Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access.
Note: Voicemail Password – Virgin strongly recommends that you create a password when setting up
your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password, anyone who has access to
your phone is able to access your voicemail messages.
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1. From home, tap Phone.
If your screen is locked, press the Power/Lock Key to turn on the display and then swipe your
screen in any direction. See Turn Your Screen On and Off.
2. Touch and hold
3. Follow the system prompts to:
Create your password.
Record your name announcement.
Record your greeting.
Tip: You can also access and set up voicemail with the Visual Voicemail app. From home, tap Apps
> Voicemail, and then tap Personalize now.
to dial your voicemail number.
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Phone Basics
Your phone is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay connected to the
people and information that are important to you. The following topics will introduce the basic functions
and features of your phone.
Your Phone’s Layout
This illustration outlines your phone’s basic layout.
Features
The following list defines the features listed in the above illustrations.
●LED indicator: Glows or blinks in different colors to show status when the screen is turned off.
The LED glows red when charging, and blinks red when the battery is low; blinks blue when
there’s a new notification, or when you are recording voice with the screen turned off; and glows
green when the battery is fully charged and the phone is attached to a charger.
● Earpiece: Lets you hear the caller and automated prompts during calls.
● Proximity Sensor : Detects the presence of objects near the phone, such as when using air
gesture or motion settings. For example, while talking on the phone the sensor detects when it’s
near your ear and turns off the screen to prevent accidental key presses.
●Light Sensor: Detects the ambient light level, such as when setting screen brightness when
Automatic brightness is enabled, and when using the Camera.
●Front Camera: Allows you to take pictures and videos of yourself.
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●Power/Lock Key: Lets you turn the phone on or off, turn the screen on or off, or lock the screen.
Press and hold for a Device options menu, where you can turn the phone off or restart it, or for
easy access to Airplane mode, Emergency Mode, and to Mute, Vibrate, and Sound modes.
●Back Key: Lets you return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options menu, the
Notification panel, or onscreen keyboard.
● Home Key: Returns you to the Home screen.
● Recent Apps: Displays a list of apps you’ve used recently. Press and hold to configure the home
screen.
●Volume Key: Adjusts the volume of your phone’s sounds. From the home screen, press to adjust
master volume. During calls or playback, press to adjust volume. Press to mute the ringtone of an
incoming call.
●3.5 mm Headset Jack: Allows you to plug in either a stereo headset or an optional headset for
convenient, hands-free conversations.
●Microphones: Allow other callers to hear you when you are using the speakerphone, and
captures sound during recording.
● Infrared transmitter: Allows you to control other devices, such as a TV.
● Heart rate sensor: Measures your heart rate when you hold your finger over the sensor, for use
with apps like S Health
●USB Charger/Accessory Port: Allows you to connect the phone charger/USB cable (included)
and other optional accessories (not incl ude d).
●Speaker: Plays ringtones and sounds. The speaker also lets you hear the caller’s voice in
speakerphone mode.
●Flash: Helps illuminate subjects in low-light environments when the camera is focusing and
capturing a photo or video.
● Camera: Lets you take pictures and record videos.
Note: Your phone supports USB 3.0 and USB 2.0, and includes a USB 3.0 cable for higher data transfer
speeds when connected to anot her USB 3.0 de vice. You can also us e USB 2.0 cabl es (not incl ude d) to
charge and connect your phone.
CAUTION: Inserting an ac ces s ory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone.
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Turn Your Phone On and Off
Use the Power/Lock Key to turn the phone on or off.
Turn the Phone On
■ Press and hold the Power/LockKey.
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Turn the Phone Off
1. Press and hold the Power/LockKey to display the device options menu.
2. Tap Power off > OK to turn the phone off.
The screen remains blank while your phone is off. If the phone is off during charging, the screen displays
a charging animation.
Turn Your Screen On and Off
Your phone allows you to quickly turn the screen off when not in use and to turn it back on and unlock it
when you need it.
Turn the Screen Off When Not in Use
■ To quickly turn the screen off, press the Power/LockKey. Pressing the Power/Lock Key again
will turn on the screen and display the lock screen.
To save battery power, the phone automatically turns off the screen (times out) after a certain period of
time when you leave it idle. You will still be able to receive messages and calls while the phone’s screen
is off.
Note: For information on how to adjust the time before the screen turns off, see Screen Timeout.
Turn the Screen On and Unlock It
1. To turn the screen on, pres s the Power/Lock Key.
2. Unlock the screen:
If you are using the default screen lock, swipe the screen in any direction to unlock it.
If you have set up a screen lock, use your screen lock. See Screen lock.
Features
Your phone offers new features for using gestures to interact with your phone.
Motions and Gestures
Control your phone by making specific gestures with your hand above the phon e’s s c reen.
●Air browse: When on, you can scroll through pages, or move to the previous or next item, by
moving your hand up and down, or left and right, over the screen.
●Direct call: When on, you can call the contact whose recent call log, message, or contact details
are displayed by lifting the phone to your ear.
●Smart alert: When on, your phone will vibrate to alert you to missed calls and notifications that
occurred since the last time you picked up your phone.
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●Mute/pause: When on, you can mute incoming calls and pause playback by turning the phone
screen-side down, or by covering the screen with your hand. You can also use Smart pause, to
have the phone pause video playback when you look away from the screen.
●Screen capture: When the Palm swipe to capture gesture is turned on, you can create a copy of
the current screen by swiping the side of your hand across the screen, from left to right or right to
left. The screen shot is saved to the clipboard, and to the Screenshots folder.
Enable Motions and Gestures
■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Motions and gestures.
Air View
Air View allows you to hover your finger over items on the screen to display more information.
●Information preview: Hover over items to display information previews, extended text, or
enlarged images, depending on the type of item. For example, you can hover your finger over an
event in Calendar to see event details, or hover over an album in Gallery to view the pictures in
the album. You can also hover your finger over a progress bar when playing a video, to preview a
scene and see elapsed time.
●Webpage magnifier: Hover over a webpage to magnify the content under your finger.
Configure Air View
Enable Air View features, and learn about using them.
■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Air View.
Multi Window
Multi Window™ allows you to use two apps on the same screen, in separate, resizable windows.
Turn Multi Window On or Off
Turn Multi window on or off in Settings.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Multi window.
2. Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Multi window to enable or disable the option.
Display Multi Window
After you turn Multi window on in Settings, you can control whether the Multi win d ow tray displays on the
screen, for easy access to its features.
By default, the Multi window tray tab displays on the left side of the screen. You can drag the tab along
the side of the screen, or tap the tab to open Multi Window, and then drag Multi window to the right side
of the screen, or the bottom.
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■ To display the Multi window tab, touch and hold Back.
Work with Multi Window
After enabling Multi Window, you can use it to run two apps at the same time. You can launch apps from
Multi window, or drag an app to the screen to run multiple apps at the same time.
The apps display together on a split screen. You can switch between the apps, adjust the size of their
display on the screen, and copy information from one app to the other.
1. Tap the Multi window tab to display the tray, and then drag apps to the windows.
2. You can also use these Multi window options:
Adjust the Size of Apps in Multi Window: Drag the border between the windows to a new
position.
Tap the circle at the center of the border between the windows to display the Multi windo w
toolbar:
Switch window positions: Switches the position of the app windows on the screen.
Drag text or a screenshot: Enables drag and drop. In selected apps, you can you can touch
text in a window, or tap the window, and the n drag to copy content to the app in the other
window.
Close a window: Closes the active window. The active windo w is the windo w you touche d
last.
Touchscreen Navigation
Your phone’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures.
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Tap
When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select items onscreen such as application and
settings icons, or other items, simply tap them with your finger.
Touch and Hold
To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold
the item.
Swipe or Slide
To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.
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Drag
To drag, touch and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While
dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position.
Flick
Flicking the screen is similar to swiping, except that you need to swipe your finger in light, quick strokes.
This finger gesture is always in a vertical direction, such as when flicking the contacts or message list.
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Rotate
For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by
turning the phone sideways. When entering text, you can turn the phone sideways to bring up a bigger
keyboard.
Note: You can control screen rotation with the Screen rotation setting. To make this selection, from home
tap Apps > Settings > Display > Screen rotation. See Screen Rotation for more
information.
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Pinch and Spread
“Pinch” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out or “spread” the screen to zoom in when
viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out and outward to zoom in.)
Tip: Pinching any home screen will show you options to customize home screens, or tap a thumbnail to
go straight to another screen.
Your Home Screen
The home screen is the starting point for your phone’s applications, functions, and menus. You can
customize your home screen by adding application icons, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more. The
home screen extends beyond the initial screen. Swipe the screen left or right to display additional
screens.
Note: The indicator near the bottom of the screen shows your current screen position.
Tip: Press Home to return to the main home screen from any other screen.
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Customize Your Home Screen
You can customize your home screen by adding shortcuts, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more.
Create a Shortcut
Use shortcuts to launch an app from the home screen.
1. From home, tap Apps.
2. Touch and hold an app icon, and then drag it to a home screen and release it.
Move a Shortcut
Move a shortcut to another home screen.
1. From home, touch and hold a shortcut to undock it.
2. Drag the icon to a different location, and then release it.
Remove a Shortcut
Remove a shortcut from the home screen.
1. From home, touch and hold a shortcut to undock it.
2. Drag the icon to the Remove icon and then release it.
Note: Removing a shortcut does not delete the app, it just removes the shortcut from the home screen.
Remove a Primary Shortcut
Primary shortcuts are the Phone, Contacts, Messages, Internet, a nd Ap ps shortcuts that appear at the
bottom of the home screen by default. You can remove or replace any of your primary shortcuts, ex cept
the Apps shortcut.
1. From home, touch and hold a shortcut to undock it.
2. Drag it to another screen, or to the Remove icon.
Create a Primary Shortcut
Primary shortcuts appear at the bottom of the home screen by default. You can remove or replace any of
the primary shortcuts, except the Apps shortcut.
1. From home, touch and hold a shortcut to undock it.
– or –
Tap Apps, and then touch and hold an app icon.
2. Drag the shortcut to a new position in the primary shortcuts.
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Note: If there are already five primary shortcuts, the new shortcut will replace one of the existing
shortcuts.
Add a Widget
Widgets are self-contained apps that display on a home screen. Unlike a shortcut, the Widget works like
as an onscreen application. There are all kinds of widgets, including links to a specific contact, Internet
bookmarks, Facebook status windows, Gmail™ and email accounts, and many others.
1. From home, pinch the screen.
– or –
Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.
2. Tap Widgets, and then scroll to find one.
3. Touch and hold the widget, and then drag it to a home screen and release it
Remove a Widget
1. From home, touch and hold on a widget to undock it.
2. Drag the widget to the Remove icon and release it.
Note: Removing a widget does not delete the widget, it just removes the widge t from the home screen.
Choose Wallpapers
Change the look of the home and lock screens with wallpaper. You can display a favorite picture, or
choose from preloaded wallpapers.
1. From home, pinch the screen.
– or –
Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.
2. Tap Wallpapers, and then choose Home screen, Lock screen, or Home and lock screens.
3. Tap a wallpaper to see a sample, and then tap Set wallpaper. If you choose an image from
Gallery or Dropbox, you can adjust the crop box to decide what’s displayed, and then touch Done
to set it as the wallpaper.
Configure Home Screen Settings
Choose options for the home screen.
1. From home, pinch the screen.
– or –
Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.
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2. Tap Home screen settings, and then enable or disable these options: Transition effect: When enabled, a page-turning effect displays as you scroll through the
home screens.
My Magazine: When enabled, My Magazine displays on the far-left home screen. For more
information, see M y Maga zine.
Extended Home Screens
In addition to the main home screen, your phone has up to six extended home screens to provide more
space for adding shortcuts, widgets, and more.
Note: You can have up to seven screens, including the main home screen. The indicator near the bottom
of the screen shows your current screen position.
Add a Home Screen
You can have up to seven home screens.
1. From home, pinch the screen.
– or –
Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.
2. Scroll the current screen, and then app on a screen to add it to home.
Delete a Home Screen
You can delete home screens, except for the default three screens.
1. From home, pinch the screen.
– or –
Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.
2. Scroll to the screen you want to delete, and then touch and hold it and drag it to the Remove icon.
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Status Bar and Notification Panel
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Description
The status bar at the top of the home screen provides phone and service status information on the right
side and notification alerts on the left. To view notifications, open the Notification panel by touching and
holding the Status bar and dragging it down.
Status Bar
The status bar displays icons to notify you of your phone’s status, as well as notifications.
Status Icons
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is on
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is on
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is on, and your phone is connected to another device
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi networks available
Vibrate
Mute
Speakerphone Active
3G Data Service
3G Data Service, in use. The rays spin when data is being transferred.
4G LTE data service. The rays spin when data is being transferred.
Signal strength. More bars indicate a stronger signal.
Roaming signal strength. More bars indicate a stronger signal.
Airplane Mode
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Icon
Description
Battery is charging
Icon
Description
New email
New Gmail
New message
New voicemail
New Hangouts message
Event
USB 2.0 or lower connection
USB 3.0 connection
App update(s) available
App update(s) successful
Downloading
Keyboard active (choose input method)
Screen lock setup needed
Battery is fully charged
Notification Icons
Missed call
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Icon
Description
Attention needed: System error or alert
More notifications available: See notification panel
Determining location.
Notification Panel
The Notification panel displays details about your phone’s status, and it provides easy access to common
settings and features.
1. Open the Notification panel by touching and holding the Status bar and dragging it down.
2. On the Notification panel, you have these options:
Quick Settings: Quickly access popular settings. Tap a setting to turn the option on or off, or
touch and hold to display its settings. You can swipe your finger across the quick settings, to
see all available settings.
S Finder: Search for content on your device, and find more on the Web. You can apply filters
to your results, and view your search history.
Quick connect: Search for nearby devices, to share information
Quick Settings
Use Quick settings from the Notification panel to control popular settings.
1. From home, swipe your finger down from the Status bar at the top of the screen to display the
Notification panel.
2. Tap a setting to turn the option on or off, or touch and hold on a setting to display its settings. You
can swipe your finger across the quick settings, to see all available settings. You also have these
options:
Tap to display more quick settings.
Choose which settings display on the Notification panel. Tap at the top of the Notification
panel, and then tap Edit for options:
• Brightness adjustment: When enabled, a Brightness option displays on the Notification
panel, so you can make adjustments to the screen brightness.
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• Recommended apps: When on, your phone will display a selection of app icons on the
Notification panel, according to your actions. For example, when you connect a headset,
Music and other entertainment apps will display. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the
option on, and then tap Edit to choose apps to display.
• Set quick setting buttons: You can customize which quick settings display on the
Notification panel, and change the order they appear. To replace settings, touch and hol d
on a button, and drag it to a new position. You can drag buttons from the Available
buttons area of the screen to a position in the Notification panel area, or from the
Notification panel area to the Available buttons.
Tap Settings to access the full Settings menu.
Enter Text
You can type on your device using the available touchscreen QWERTY keyboard, or by speaking your
inputs.
Text Input Methods
Your device offers several text input methods.
●Samsung keyboard allows you to enter text by touching keys on a virtual QWERTY keyboard.
Samsung keyboard includes optional predictive text, which matches your key touches to common
words so you can select a word to insert it into your text.
●Swype lets you enter words by swiping across the virtual QWERTY keyboard. Instead of tapping
each key, use your finger to trace over each letter of a word. You can also tap letters to enter
words.
●Google voice typing allows you to speak your entries.
Select a Default Text Input Method
You can select a default Text Input Method from Settings, or choose on at any time while entering text.
From Settings:
■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Language and input > Default, and then
choose a default entry method.
While entering text:
1. From a screen where you can enter text, drag down from the top of the screen to open the
Notification panel.
2. Tap Choose input method, and then choose a text entry method.
Google Voice Typing
This feature uses Google voice recognition to convert your spoken words into text.
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Use Google Voice Typing to Enter Text
1. From a screen where you can enter text, drag down from the top of the screen to open the
Notification panel, and then tap Choose input method > Google voice typing.
– or –
Tap or from the onscreen keyboard.
2. Speak into the microphone and watch your text being entered onscreen.
3. If the text is incorrect, tap DELETE.
4. Once you have completed entering your text, tap Done. The onscreen keyboard will reappear.
Note: Select a language from the menu at the top of the Listening area. Tap Add more languages to
assign a new language via the Google voice typing menu. R emoving the check mark from the Automatic
field allows you to select additional languages.
Configure Google Voice Typing
■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Language and input, and then tap
beside Google voice typing.
Samsung Keyboard
With Samsung Keyboard, it's easy to enter text, symbols, and numbers.
Use Samsung Keyboard to Enter Text
1. From a screen where you can enter text drag down from the top of the screen to open the
Notification panel, and then tap Choose input method > Samsung keyboard.
2. Tap keys to enter text. While entering text, use these options:
If you make a mistake, tap to delete incorrect characters. Touch and hold to delete
a whole word or field.
Tap to change the case of the text (the arrow will turn blue) . Tap twice to switch to
all capitals (the key will turn blue).
Tap to switch to a symbols keyboard, to enter symbols. There are two symbol
keyboards.
Tap to switch to Google Voice typing to enter text b y speak ing.
If you have more than one language selected in Samsung Keyboard settings, you can swipe
your finger over to switch between languages.
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Configure Samsung Keyboard
■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Language and input, and then tap
beside Samsung keyboard.
Note: For more information about Samsung Keyboard settings, see Samsung Keyboard Settings.
Swype
Swype™ lets you enter words by tracing over the letters on the virtual QWERTY keyboard. Instead of
tapping each key, use your finger to trace over each letter of a word. You can also tap letters to enter
words.
Swype provides next-letter prediction and regional error correction, which can compensate for tapping the
wrong keys on the virtual QWERTY keyboards.
Use Swype to Enter Text
1. From a screen where you can enter text drag down from the top of the screen to open the
Notification panel, and then tap Choose input method > Swype.
2. Swipe your finger continuously over the letters to form a word. As you swipe over letters, words
matching your pattern display at the top of the Swype keyboard. To enter a word, lift your finger,
or tap a word at the top of the keyboard.
3. While entering text, use these options:
If you make a mistake, tap to delete a single character. Touch and hold to
delete an entire word or field.
By default, Swype starts with a capital at the beginning of text. Tap to start with a
capital letter, or tap twice to enter all capitals.
Tap to switch to a symbols keyboard, and then tap keys to enter symbols.
Configure Swype
■ From home, tap Apps > Settings > Language and input, and then tap
beside Swype.
– or –
From the Swype keyboard, touch and hold .
Note: For more information about Swype settings, see Swype Settings .
Tips for Editing Text
These tips allow you to cut or copy selected text and paste it into a separate selected area.
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1. In a text entry field, double-tap the text, and then drag the sliders to select the text.
2. Tap an onscreen option from the Edit text toolbar. You can drag your finger along the toolbar to
see all the options:
Select all: Highlights all the text in the field.
Cut: Removes the selected text and saves it to the clipboard.
Copy: Copies the selected text to the clipboard.
Paste: Insert the last copied or cut text into the current field.
Clipboard: Display the clipboard to choose previously cut or copied text.
Dictionary: Access your personal dictionary.
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Phone Calls
Make and receive phone calls, and use other call-related features.
Make Phone Calls
There are several convenient ways to place calls from your phone.
Call Using the Keypad
The most “traditional” way to place a call is by using the phone’s keypad screen.
1. From home, tap Phone.
2. Tap the number keys to enter the phone number.
As you enter digits, matching numbers from recent calls or contacts display. If you see the
number you want, tap it to call it without having to enter the rest of the number.
3. Tap to call the number.
Call from Logs
All incoming and outgoing calls are recorded in Logs. You can call a number from a recent call from Logs.
1. From home, tap Phone > Logs.
2. Tap a call record, and then tap to call the number.
Tip: You can also swipe across a recent call from left to right to call the number, or from right to left to
send a message.
Call from Contacts
You can place calls directly from Contacts.
Note: You can access Contacts directly from the Phone app. Tap Phone > Contacts tab at the top
of the screen.
1. From home, tap Contacts.
2. Tap a contact, and then tap .
– or –
Touch the contact’s p ic ture ic on, and then tap .
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– or –
Swipe your finger across the contact from left to right.
Call a Number in a Text Message
While viewing a text message, you can place a call to a number that is in the body of the message. For
more information, see Text and Multimedia Messag ing.
1. From home, tap Messages.
2. Open the message with the phone number and then tap the phone number.
3. Tap Call to dial the number.
Call a Number in an Email Message
While viewing an email or Gmail™ message, you can place a call to a number that is in the body of the
message.
1. From home, tap Apps > Email or Gmail.
2. Open the message with the phone number and then tap the phone number.
3. The Phone screen opens, with the phone number automaticall y entered and ready to be dialed.
To place the call, tap .
Make an Emergency Call
You can place calls to 9-1-1 even if the phone’s screen is locked or your account is restricted.
Note: To call the 9-1-1 emergenc y number when the phone’s screen is locked, press the Power/Lock
Key to turn the screen on, and then touch Emergency call on the lock screen.
1. From home, tap Phone.
2. Tap .
Enhanced 9-1-1 (E9-1-1) Information
This phone features GPS (Global Positioning System), which is used for E9-1-1 emergency location
service, where available .
When you place a call to 9-1-1, the GPS feature of your phone provides information about your
approximate location. Depending on several variables, including availability and access to satellite
signals, it may take up to 30 seconds or more to determine and report your approximate location.
Important: Always report your location to the 9-1-1 operator wh en plac ing an emer gency call. Some
designated emergency call takers, known as Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs), may not be
equipped to receive GPS location information from your phone.
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Receive Phone Calls
When you receive a call, you can accept the call, or reject the call to send it to voicemail. You can also
reject a call with a message, to send a text message to the caller.
Note: If your phone is turned off, all calls automatically go to voicemail.
Answer an Incoming Call
When you receive a phone call from a number stored in Contacts, the contact’s information displays on
the screen. When you receive a phone call from a number that is not stored in Contacts, the phone
number displays on the screen.
■ When your phone notifies you of an incoming call, drag to the right to answer the call.
Mute the Ringing Sound
You can mute the ringtone without rejecting the call by doing one of the following.
● Press the Volume Key down.
● Place the phone screen-down on a level surface. See Motions and Gestures Settings for options,
including the Mute/pause Motion to mute incoming calls by turning over the phone.
● Cover the screen with your hand. See Motions and Gestures Settings for options, including the
Mute/pause motion to mute incoming calls by covering the screen with your hand.
Reject an Incoming Call
When you reject a call, the caller is sent to voicemail, where they can leave a voice message.
■ When your phone notifies you of an incoming call, drag to the left to reject the call.
Reject an Incoming Call with a Text Message
You can reject an incoming call by sending a text message to the caller.
1. When your phone notifies you of an incoming call, drag toward the top of the screen.
2. Select an existing message.
– or –
Tap to compose a new text message.
Phone Call Options
The Phone app provides many useful features and options to help you make the most of your calling
experience.
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Dialing Options
1. From home, tap Phone.
2. While dialing a call, tap More for options, including:
Add 2-sec pause: Insert a 2-second pause into the number you are dialing. This can be
useful when storing numbers for automated phone menus.
Add wait: Insert a pause into the number you are dialing, to wait for input from you. This can
be useful when storing numbers for automated phone menus.
Add to Contacts: Save the number to a new contact, or update an existing contact. See Add
a Contactfor more information.
Send message: Send a text message to the number you dialed.
Speed dial: View speed dials. For more information, see Speed Dials.
Settings: Configure call settings. For more information, see Call Settings .
Help: Learn about using the Phone app.
Caller ID
Caller ID identifies a caller while the phone is ringing, by displaying the number of the incoming call.
Block Caller ID
You can block your Caller ID (visible to other when you make a call), before making a call. The blocking
only lasts for that call, and then returns to regular Caller ID. To permanently block your number, you must
call Customer Service.
1. From home, tap Phone.
2. Tap .
3. Enter a phone number, and then tap .
Call Waiting
When you’re on a call, your phone notifies you by displaying the call information on the screen, and
vibrating, if you’ve set up vibration for incoming calls.
Respond to an Incom ing Call While You’re On a Call
■ Slide to the right. This puts the first caller on hold and answers the incom ing ca ll. To switch between calls, tap Swap.
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3-way Calling
With 3-Way Calling, you can talk to two people at the same time. When using this feature, the normal
airtime rates will be charged for each of the two calls.
1. From home, tap Phone.
2. Make the first call by entering the phone number and pressing .
3. When the first call is established, tap Add call to put the first call on hold, and then dial the
second number.
4. When the second call is established, tap Merge.
If one of the people you called hangs up during your call, you and the remaining caller stay
connected.
If you set up the call and are the first to end the call, all callers are disconnected.
Call Forwarding
Call Forwarding lets you forward all your incoming calls to another phone number – even when your
phone is turned off. You can continue to make calls from your phone when you have Call Forwarding is
activated.
Note: You are charged a higher rate for forwarded calls.
Activate Call Forwarding
1. From home, tap Phone.
2. Tap , and then enter the phone number to which you want your calls
forwarded.
3. Tap . A tone confirms the activation of Call Forwarding.
Deactivate Call Forwarding
1. From home, tap Phone.
2. Tap .
3. Tap . A tone plays to confirm the deactivation of Call Forwarding.
In-call Options
While you’re on a call, you can use options to find information or multitask during the call.
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● Add call: Display the Keypad to dial another call.
● Keypad: Display the Keypad, where you can enter numbers to use DTMF (Dual Tone Multi-
Frequency). This can be useful if you need to enter an access code or other information while on
a call.
● End call: Hang up the call.
● Speaker: Control whether call aud io pla ys through the speaker or the earpiece.
Warning: Because of higher volume levels, do not place the phone near your ear while using the
speaker.
● Mute: Control whether the other party can hear your side of the call.
● Bluetooth: Connect to a Bluetooth device, or disconnect from a device.
● Tap Menu for more options:
Contacts: Launch Contacts.
Memo: Launch Memo, to create memo during a call.
Messages: Launch Messages, to create a new message.
Personalize call sound: Adjust sounds on the call to your preferences.
• Adapt sound: Tap Start, and then follow the onscreen prompts to find the best sound for
you.
• Soft sound: Use softer sounds during calls.
• Clear sound: Use clearer sounds during calls.
• Off: Use the default call sound settings.
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Extra volume: Tap to enable or disable extra volume. When enabled, your phone boosts the
volume during calls.
Settings: Launch Call Settings. For more information, see Call Settin gs.
Voicemail
The following topics outline your phone’s voicemail service.
Note: Your phone also supports the Visual Voicemail app. For information on setting up and using Visual
Voicemail, see Visual Voicem a il.
Voicemail Setup
You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated.
● To set up voicemail using your phone’s traditional voicemail, see Set Up Voicemail.
● For information on using the Visual Voicemail app, see Visual Voicemail.
Retrieve Your Voicemail Messages
You can review your messages directly from your phone (using either traditional voicemail or Visual
Voicemail), or from any other touch-tone phone.
Use Traditional Voicemail to Access Your Messages
1. From home, tap Phone.
2. Touch and hold .
3. Follow the system prompts to enter your voicemail password and manage vo icem ail .
Use Visual Voicemail to Access Your Messages
1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail
2. Touch an entry to listen to the message.
Note: You are charged for airtime minutes when you access voicemail from your wireless phone.
Use Another Phone to Access Messages
1. Dial your wireless phone number.
2. When your voicemail answers, press the asterisk key on the phone (*).
3. Enter your password.
Voicemail Notification
There are several ways your phone alerts you to a new message.
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● By sounding the notification ringtone.
● By displaying in the Notifications area of the Status bar when there’s a new voicemail
message.
● By displaying the number of new voicemail message(s) on the Voicemail app icon.
Note: When you are roaming off the network, you may not receive notification of new voicemail
messages. It is recommended that you periodically check your voicemail by dialing 1 + area code + your
wireless phone number. When your voicemail answers, touch and enter your password. Roaming
rates apply when you access voicemail while roaming off the network.
Note: Your phone accepts messages even when it is tur ned of f . However, your phone notif ies you of new
messages only when it is turned on and you are in a network service area.
Visual Voicemail
Visual Voicemail gives you a quick and easy way to access your voicemail. Now you can find exactly the
message you are looking for without having to listen to every voicemail message first. This new feature
periodically goes out to your voicemail, and gathers the caller information from all of the current
voicemails. It then populates a list with the caller name and number, along with the length of time and
priority level of the voicemail message.
1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail.
2. Follow the prompts to set up an account and learn about using Visual Voicemail.
Note: You can also access Visual Voicemail from the Phone keypad by tapping .
Set up Visual Voicemail
Setting up Visual Voicemail follows many of the same procedures as setting up traditional voicemail. You
should set up your voicemail and person al gr eet ing as soon as your phone is acti v ated. Your phone
automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off.
Note: To set up your traditional voicemail, see Set Up Voicemail.
1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail.
2. Touch Personalize now and follow the system prompts to:
Create a password (part of standard voicemail).
Record your name announcement.
Record your greeting.
Review Visual Voicemail
Visual Voicemail lets you easily access and select which messages you want to review.
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1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail.
2. Touch a message to review it.
Tip: There are icons at the bottom of the review screen for maintenance, storage, messaging, and other
options. For an explanation of all your options, touch > Help.
Listen to Multiple Voicemail Messages
When you are done listening to a voicemail message you can easily access other voicemail messages
without returning to the main voicemail screen.
You can navigate through voicemail messages as frequently as you'd like. You can even move to the next
or previous message before you're finished listening to the current one.
1. Listen to the current voicemail message.
2. Swipe your finger left or right to display the next or previous message. (It will begin playing
automatically.)
Use Visual Voicemail to Delete Your Messages
1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail
2. Open a message and touch Delete.
Tip: You can restore messages you have sent to the trash folder. Touch Inbox > Trash, touch and hold
the message you want to restore to the inbox, and then touch the restore icon.
Visual Voicemail Options
Your visual voicemail options appear as icons at the bottom of the voicemail review screen.
1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail.
2. Touch a message to review it. The following options are available while reviewing a voicemail
message:
Note: Not all options are available for all messages.
Call: Return the call.
Share: Send the message via Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth share, Dropbox, Scrapb ook,
Messages, Gmail, Email, Voicemail, S Note, Hangouts, Google+, or Flipboard.
Delete: Erase the selected message(s) from your Visual Voicemail.
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Reply: Respond to the message via text or voice message.
Configure Visual Voicemail Settings
The Visual Voicemail settings menu lets you access settings for notifications, pictures, greetings, and
more.
1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail.
2. Touch > Settings. Select an option to change its settings.
Note: Voicemail settings can also be accessed in Settings. From home, tap Apps > Settings >
Call > Voicemail settin gs .
Change Your Main Greeting
Your main greeting can be changed directly via the Visual Voicemail system. This direct access saves
you from having to navigate within the voicemail menu.
1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail.
2. Touch > Settings > Personalize voicemail.
3. Touch OK to connect to the voicemail system. Follow the prompts to change your current
greeting.
Edit the Display Name
From your Visual Voicemail menu, you can quickly change the name or number attached to your voice
messages. This name or number identifies you to recipients of your voicemail messages.
1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail.
2. Touch > Settings > Display name.
3. Touch the existing identification field and enter a new identifying name or number (used to
identify you to recipients of your voice messages).
4. Touch OK to save your information.
Logs
The Logs tab of the Phone app lists all missed, d ial ed, rec eiv ed, and rejec ted calls.
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View Logs
From Logs, you manage t h e list of recent calls.
1. From home, tap Phone > Logs.
2. While viewing the list of calls, you can use these options:
Tap the menu to display All calls, Missed calls, Dialed calls, Received calls, or Rejected
calls.
Tap a call to display the call record, where you can tap to return the call, or to send
a message to the caller.
Touch and hold on a call record to select it. You can continue selecting calls to
Make a Call from Logs
You can return a call from a recent call record.
1. From home, tap Phone > Logs.
2. Tap a call record, and then tap to call the number.
Tip: You can also swipe across a call record from left to right to call the number.
Send a Message from Logs
You can send a message to a number from a recent call record.
1. From home, tap Phone > Logs.
2. Tap a call record, and then tap to create a message to the number.
Tip: You can also swipe across a call record from right to left to create a message.
Save a Number to Contacts from Log s
You can save a number from a recent call record to create a new contact, or update an existing contact.
1. From home, tap Phone > Logs.
2. Tap a call record, and then tap > Create contact or Update existing.
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Search Logs
Enter criteria to search for call records. You can enter numbers to find a phone number, or letters to find a
contact name or caller ID.
1. From home, tap Phone > Logs.
2. Tap Menu > Search.
3. Enter criteria to display matching call records.
Send a Num ber from Logs
You can send a number from a call record in a text message.
1. From home, tap Phone > Logs.
2. Tap a call record, and then tap Menu > Send number.
3. Enter recipients for the message, and then tap Send.
Add Numbers to the Reject List from Logs
You can save numbers from recent logs to the reject list, to automatically reject incoming calls from the
number. For more information about rejecting calls automatically, see Call Rejection.
1. From home, tap Phone > Logs.
2. Tap a call record, and then tap Menu > Add to reject list.
Delete Logs
Follow these steps to clear the Logs list.
■ From home, tap Phone > Logs.
To delete a single call record, touch and hold on a call record to mark it, and then tap
Delete > OK.
To delete multiple call records, touch and hold on a call record to mark it, and continue
tapping call records to mark them for deletion. Tap Delete > OK to delete all the marked
calls.
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Call Settings
You can access Call Settings in two ways.
● From the Phone app: From home, tap Phone > Menu > Settings > Call.
● From Settings: From home, tap Apps > Settings > Call.
For details about Call settings, see Call Settings.
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Contacts
The Contacts application lets you store and manage contacts from a variety of sources, including
contacts you enter and save directl y in your phone as well as contacts synchronized with your Google
account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your Facebook friends.
Get Started With Contacts
When you set up an account on your phone, the contacts you have stored in the account are also
available on your phone. When you add contacts, you can choose to save the contacts to the phone, or to
one of the accounts you have set up on the phone.
●Google contacts are synchronized between your phone and a Google account you set up on
your phone.
●Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync
Exchange Server or Microsoft
●Samsung account contacts are synchronized between your phone and your Samsung account,
if you have a Samsung account set up on your phone.
● Device contacts are stored locally on the phone.
Note: If you ever perform a factory reset on your phone, contacts stored on the device will be lost.
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contacts are synchronized between your phone and an
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Outlook® account set up on your phone.
Access Contacts
There are a couple of ways to access Contacts.
■ From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
– or –
From home, tap Phone > Contacts.
Find a Contact
You can search for a contact, or scroll the list to find one by name.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap the Search field, and then enter characters to find contacts that match.
– or –
Tap a letter on the side of the list to go directly to that letter in the alphabetical list.
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Contacts Settings
Choose options for contacts, including choosing how contacts display, importing and exporting contacts,
and more.
You can access Contacts Settings in two ways:
● From the Contacts app: From home, tap Contacts > Menu > Settings > Contacts.
● From Settings: From home, tap Apps > Settings > Contacts.
For details about Contacts settings, see Contacts Settings.
Add a Contact
You can add contacts directly from the Contacts application. Enter details such as name, phone numbers,
email addresses, mailing addresses, and more.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Add, and the n touch contact fields to enter information.
Tap to choose a storage account for the contact. You can choose Device to store
the contact on the phone, or choose an account.
Tap to assign a picture to the new contact:
• Image: Choose a picture from Gallery.
• Tagged pictures: Choose a tagged photo from Gallery.
• Take picture: Take a new picture.
Tap the Name field to use the onscreen keyboard to enter the full name. Tap for
additional name fields.
Tap the Phone number field, and then enter the phone number. Tap to add another
Phone number. Tap to choose a label for the number. If you add more than one
phone number, you’ll be prompted to choose a default phone number. The default phone
number is the one your phone will use in most cases.
Tap beside Email to enter an email address. If you add more than one email address,
you’ll be prompted to choose a default email address. The default email address is the one
your phone will use in most cases.
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Tap Groups to assign the contact to a group.
Tap Ringtone to choose a ringtone to play for calls from the contact.
Tap Add another field to add new fields for the contact.
3. Tap Save to save the new contact.
Save a Phone Number
You can save a phone number to Contacts directly from the phone keypad.
1. From home, tap Phone.
2. Enter a phone number using the onscreen keypad.
3. Tap Add to Contacts, and then tap Create contact or Update existing.
4. Continue adding information for the contact, as desired.
5. Tap Save to save the contact.
Note: If you have accounts set up on your phone, you can save the contact to an account.
Edit a Contact
Once you’ve added a contact, you can add or edit any of the information in the entry, assign a picture ,
customize it with a unique ringtone, and more.
Add or Edit Information for a Contact
You can modify existing contact information to keep your information up-to-date.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap
3. Tap any field you want to change or add. See Add a Contact.
4. Add or edit the information, and then tap Save.
Assign a Picture to a Contact
Adding a picture to a contact entry creates a more personal and easily recognized entry. For example,
when receiving a call from one of your contacts, the associated picture will display. You can assign a
picture from Gallery, or take a new picture with Camera.
Edit.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap
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Edit.
3. Tap to assign a picture to the contact:
Image: Choose a picture from Gallery.
Tagged pictures: Choose a tagged photo from Gallery.
Take picture: Take a new picture.
4. Follow the prompts to save the picture to the contact.
Assign a Ringtone to a Contact
You can assign a special ringtone to individual contacts for more personalization.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap the Ringtone field.
3. Choose a ringtone preloaded on your phone, or tap Add to choose a song from Music.
4. Tap OK to assign the ringtone.
Link Contacts
When you have contacts from various sources (Gmail, phone, Facebook, etc.), you may have multiple
similar entries for a single contact. Your phone’s Contacts application lets you link multiple entries into a
single contact.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap Menu > Link contacts.
3. Tap another entry to link it to the original contact.
Note: You can link up to five contacts in a single entry.
Delete Contacts
You can delete a single contact, or choose multiple contacts to delete.
Delete a Contact
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap
Menu> Delete > OK.
Delete Multiple Contacts
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
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2. Tap Menu> Delete, and then tap contacts to select them, or tap Select all .
3. Tap Done, and then tap OK to confirm the deletion.
Save a Business Card as a Contact
Take a picture of a business card, and your phone recognizes the information to save the business card
in Contacts, and cre ate a new contact from the info on the business card.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Menu> Business cards > Add.
3. When the camera opens, center the business card in the guidelines on the screen. If the Camera
can recognize the business card, it will take the picture automatically, or you can take the picture
manually.
4. Your phone analyzes the picture of the business card, and uses information it recognizes to
create a new contact. You can also add more information to the contact.
5. Tap Save to save the new contact. The business card is displayed as the picture for the contact.
Tip: You can view all your business cards by tapping Menu> Business cards.
Merge Contacts
If you have accounts set up on your phone, you can merge device contacts with the account’s contacts.
Device contacts are stored only in the phone’s memory, and could be lost if you lose your phone or reset
it to the factory defaults. Merging with an account means the contacts are synced with the account and
stored there.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Menu> Merge accounts.
3. Choose an account to merge with, and then follow the prompts to complete the merge.
Speed Dials
Speed dials are 1-to-3 dig it s hortc uts you can assign to contacts, to make dialing faster. Speed dial 1 is
reserved for Voicemail.
Assign Speed Dials
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
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2. Tap Menu > Speed dial.
3. Tap an unused speed dial, and then select a contact to assign to the number.
Remove Speed Dials
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Menu > Speed dial, and then tap X beside the speed dials you want to remove.
Make a Call With a Speed Dial
1. From home, tap Phone.
2. Touch the speed dial digits, holding the last digit until the number dials.
Favorites
The Favorites tab is a listing that can help you quickly access your most used or preferred Contacts
entries.
Mark Contacts as Favorites
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap Favorite to turn the star yellow.
Remove Contacts from Favorites
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Favorites, and then touch and hold on a contact to select it. You can also tap other contacts,
or choose Select all to select all contacts.
3. Tap Delete.
Make a Call from Favorites
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Favorites, and then tap a contact to dial the contact’s default telephone number. The default
number is set in contacts, when you enter multiple phone numbers for a contact.
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Create a Shortcut to a Fav or i te
You can create a shortcut to a favorite, to access their information directly from the home screen.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Favorites, and then touch and hold on a contact to select it.
3. Tap Menu > Add shortcut to home screen. The new shortcut displays in an empty area of
the home screen.
Groups
You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your phone comes with preloaded groups, and you can
create your own. You might create a group for your family, for coworkers, or a team. Groups make it easy
to find contacts, and you can send messages to the members of a group.
Create a Group
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Groups, and then tap Add.
3. Tap fields to enter information about the group:
Tap Create group in to choose where to save the group. You can save it to a specific
account, to the device memory, or to all accounts.
Tap Group name to enter a name for the new group.
Tap Group ringtone to select a ringtone for notifications for incoming calls from group
members.
Tap Group message tone to select a ringtone for notifications for new messages from group
members.
Tap Group vibration pattern to select a vibration pattern for alerts to incoming calls or
messages from group members.
4. Tap Add member and select a member or members to add to the new group, and then tap
Done.
5. Tap Save to save the new group.
Add Contacts to a Group
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
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2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group.
3. Tap Add, and then tap the contact(s) you want to add.
4. Tap Done.
Send a Message to a Group
You can send a message to members of a group, if the members have a telephone number stored in their
contact record.
A message to multiple recipients is treated as a group conversation.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group.
3. Tap Menu> Send message or email > Message.
4. Tap contacts to select them, or tap Select all and tap Done.
5. Continue to enter your message and send it. For more information, see Text and Multimedia
Messaging.
Send an Email to a Group
You can send an email to members of a group, if the members have an email address stored in their
contact record.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Groups, and then tap a group.
3. Tap Menu> Send message or email > Email.
4. Tap contacts to select them, or tap Select all and tap Done. Note that you’ll only see group
members that have email addresses in their contact records.
5. Continue to choose an email account, or Gmail, and then enter your email and send it. For more
information, see Compose and Send Email .
Share Contacts
You can quickly share contacts via Bluetooth, Email, Gmail, Messages, or Wi-Fi Direct, or you can add
them to Dropbox or send them to print.
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Send Contact Information
You can copy a contact’s information into a text message and send it.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap Menu> Send contact information.
3. Choose information to send, and then tap Done.
4. Enter a recipient, and then continue with the text message. For more information on text
messaging, see Tex t and Multimedia Messaging.
Share a Name Card
When you share a name card, the contact’s information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can attach a
vCard to a message, or save it to a storage location.
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap Menu> Share name card.
3. Choose a sharing method:
Add to Dropbox: Save the contact to your Dropbox account, if you have one set up on your
phone.
Bluetooth: Send the information via Bluetooth. See Bluetooth for information on pairing and
sending via Bluetooth.
Drive: Save the contact to Google Drive.
Email: Attach the contact to a new Email message. If prompted, select an email account. See
Compose and Send Emailfor details on sendi ng email.
Gmail: Send the information as a Gmail attachment. See Send a Gmail Message for details.
Messages: Attach the contact to a message (adding an attachment converts the message to
MMS). For more information on messaging, see Text and Multim edia Mess ag ing.
Wi-Fi Direct: Transfer the contact via a peer-to-peer Wi-Fi connection. For more information,
see Wi-Fi Direct Settings.
Export and Import Contacts
You can import or export contacts from the phone’s memory (USB storage), or from an optional, installed
memory card (SD card, not included). You might have contacts stored in phone memory or on a memory
card if you are moving from an old phone, or if you received them via Bluetooth from another device.
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Contacts you export are saved as namecards (.vcf), which can be imported into other apps or devices
that support the namecard format.
Export Contacts
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Menu> Settings > Contacts > Import/Export.
3. Choose an option:
Export to USB storage: Save the contacts to the phone’s memory.
Export to SD card: Save the contacts to an optional installed memory card.
4. Tap OK to complete the export.
Import Contacts
1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
2. Tap Menu> Settings > Contacts > Import/Export.
3. Choose an option:
Import from USB storage: Save contacts from the phone’s memory.
Import from SD card: Save contacts from an optional installed memory card.
4. Choose an account for the imported contacts, or choose Device to import the contacts to the
device.
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Accounts and Messaging
Set up accounts on your phone, to synchronize information between your phone and accounts. Use your
phone’s messaging features to send text and multimedia messages.
Google Account
Many of your phone’s applications, such as Gmail, Google Maps, Google Hangouts, and the Google Play
Store, require a free Google account. To use these applications, you must set up your Google account on
your phone. Setting up your account on your phone syncs your phone and your online Google account.
Create a Google Account
If you do not already have a Google account, you can create one using your phone. The first time you
turn on your phone, the setup process prompts you to sign in to your Google account, or you can sign in
anytime.
Although you need a Gmail account to use certain features of your phone, such as Google Play, you do
not need to use Gmail as the default account for your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accounts > Add account > Google > New.
3. Follow the onscreen prompts to create your free account.
Sign In to Your Google Account
If you have a Google Account but have not yet signed in with your phone, follow these instructions to sign
in to your Google Account.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accounts > Add account > Google > Existing.
3. Follow the prompts to enter your Google account and password, and choose options for your
account on your phone.
Access Gmail
After you set up your Google account on your phone, you can access Gmail from your phone.
1. From home, tap Google > Gmail.
2. Do any of the following:
Swipe your finger up the screen to view more messages and conversations.
Tap a message or conversation to read it.
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If you have more than one Google account set up on your phone, tap the menu at the top of
the screen to choose an account to view.
Send a Gmail Message
Send and receive Gmail from your phone.
1. From home, tap Google > Gmail.
2. From the Inbox, tap , and then enter the email address(s) in the To field. To send a carbon
copy (Cc) or a blind carbon copy (Bcc) of the email to other recipients, tap Menu> Add Cc/Bcc.
3. Tap the Subject field and enter the email subject.
4. Tap the Compose email field and compose your email. To add an attachment, tap Menu> Attach file.
5. To send the message, tap Send.
To save the current email as a draft, tap Menu> Save draft. To view your draft email
messages, from the Inbox, tap Inbox and then tap Drafts.
To delete the current email message, tap Menu> Discard.
Read and Reply to Gmail Messages
Below are procedures for reading and replying to Gmail messages.
1. From home, tap Google > Gmail.
2. Tap a message to display its contents.
3. Tap Reply to display the reply screen.
4. Tap the menu at the top of the screen, and then tap Reply, Reply All, or Forward.
5. To send the message, tap Send.
Tip: You can also access new messages from the Notification panel. When a new Gmail message
arrives, you’ll see the icon in the status bar. Touch and hold the bar and slide it down to display the
Notification panel. Tap a message to display it.
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Samsung Account
Create a Samsung account, for access to Samsung apps and services, such as Samsung Hub, Samsung
Apps, Samsung Link, and much more.
When you sign in to your Samsung account on your phone , you can access Samsung-specific content
and features.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accounts > Add account > Samsung account, and then tap Sign in or Create new account.
3. Follow the prompts to sign into your account, or create a new account.
Note: Tap Help for more information about Samsung accounts, or for help with your account.
Email
Use the Email application to send and receive email on your phone.
Add an Email Account
Email allows you to send and receive email using various email services. You can also receive text
message alerts when you receive an important email.
Note: If your phone does not recognize the type of account you want to set up, you may need to consult
the account administrator for some information, such as incoming and outgoing server settings, before
you set up the account.
1. From home, tap Apps > Email.
Enter your email address in the Email address field. 2.
Enter your password in the Password field. To see your password as you enter it, tap Show 3.
password.
Tap Next to start automatic email setup. If you need to configure custom settings, tap Manual 4.
setup and then enter your settings. These may include mail type, user name, password, server,
security type, etc.
Follow the onscreen prompts to configure options for the account. 5.
Tap Done to complete setup. 6.
Add Additional Email Accounts
If you already have an email account set up on your phone, you can still add a new account from Email.
1. Fromhome, tap Apps > Email.
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2. Tap Menu > Settings > Manage accounts.
3. Tap Add, and then follow the prompts to enter your log in credentials and configure options
for the account.
Note: You can also add email accounts from Settings. From home, tap Apps > Settings >
Accounts > Add account > Email.
Add a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account
You can set up your Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account on your phone, to sync your email,
Contacts, and Task information between your phone and account.
Note: Before setting up a Microsoft Exchange Ac ti ve Sync Acc oun t, cont ac t your company’s Exchange
Server administrator for information you’ll need while setting up the account.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account > Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync.
2. Enter your email address in the Email address field.
3. Enter your password in the Password field. To see your password as you enter it, tap Show password.
4. Tap Manual setup and then enter your settings. You may need to consult your network
administrator for this information:
Domain\username: Enter your network domain and username, separated by “\”.
Password: Enter your network access password (case-sensitive).
Exchange server: Enter your system’s Exchange server remote email address. Obtain this
information from your company network administrator.
Use secure connection (SSL): Tap to place a checkmark in the box, if your system requires
SSL encryption.
Use client certificate: Tap to place a checkmark in the box, if your system requires
certification.
5. Follow the onscreen prompts to configure options for the account.
6. Tap Done to complete setup.
Note: You can also add email accounts from the Email app.
Compose and Send Email
Compose and send email using any account you have set up on your phone. Inc re as e your pro duc tivi t y
by attaching files such as pictures, videos, or documents to your email messages.
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1. From home, tap Apps > Email.
2. From the Inbox, tap .
3. Tap fields to compose your message:
Tap the To field and enter the recipient’s email address. You can add multiple message
recipients.
To send a carbon copy (Cc) or a blind carbon copy (Bcc) of the current email to other
recipients, tap , and then tap Cc or Bcc.
Tap the Subject field and enter the email subject.
Tap the text entry field and compose your email.
• To add an attachment, tap . Choose My Files, Images, Take picture, Video, Record
video, Audio, Record audio, Memo, Calendar, Contacts, or Maps.
• Tap Menu for more options, including Send email to myself, Scheduled email,
Priority, and Security options.
4. To send the message, tap .
Reply To or Forward Email
Reading and replying to email on your phone is as simple as on your computer.
1. From home, tap Apps > Email.
2. On the email account Inbox, tap a message to view it.
3. Choose an option:
Reply: Send a message to the original sender.
Reply all: Send a reply to the original recipient list.
Forward: Send the message to new recipient(s).
4. Enter a message (if desired) and then tap .
Manage Your Email Inbox
The following procedures allow you to view, refresh, sort, and delete your email messages.
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View Your Email Inbox
1. From home, tap Apps > Email.
2. If you have multiple accounts set up on your phone, tap the toolbar at the top of the screen and
then choose one from the menu.
Synchronize an Email Ac count
Whatever your automatic synchronization settings are, you can also synchronize your sent and received
email messages manually at any time.
1. From home, tap Apps > Email.
2. Select an email account.
If you are already in an email account, tap the account name field (upper-left) to open the
complete email account list page.
Select an available email account.
3. Tap Sync.
Filter Email Messages
1. From home, tap Apps > Email.
2. On the email account Inbox, tap > Filter by.
3. Select an option, to display messages that match the filter.
Delete an Email Message
1. From home, tap Apps > Email.
2. Touch and hold the m es sage you want to delete, an d then tap Delete.
– or –
Tap an email to display it, and then tap Delete.
3. Follow the prompts to confirm the deletion.
Delete Multiple Email Messages
1. From home, tap Apps > Email.
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2. Tap Menu > Delete, and tap the check boxes beside messages you want to delete.
– or –
Touch and hold on a message you want to delete, and then tap check boxes for additional
messages to delete.
3. Follow the prompts to confirm the deletion.
Edit Email Settings
You can edit general preferences, which apply to all email accounts, or configure settings for specific
email accounts, such as email address and password, name display and signature, frequency of retrieval,
and more.
You can access Email settings in two ways:
● From the Email app: From home, tap Apps > Email > Menu > Settings.
● From Settings: From home, tap Apps > Settings > Email.
For details about Email settings, see Email Setting s .
Delete an Email Account
If you no longer want an email account on your phone, you can remove it.
1. From home, tap Apps > Email.
2. Tap Menu > Settings > Manage accounts, and then choose an option:
If you only have one email account set up, tap Delete.
If you have more than one email account set up, tap Menu > Delete account.
3. Tap an account to mark it for deletion.
4. Tap Done > OK to delete the account.
Text and Multimedia Messaging
With Text Messaging (SMS), you can send and receive text messages between your phone and another
phone that supports messaging.
Multimedia messages, (MMS), can contain text and pictures, recorded voice, audio or video files, picture
slideshows, contact namecards (vCard), or calendar events (vCalendar).
See your service plan for applicable charges for messaging.
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Send a Text Message (SMS)
Quickly compose and sent text messages on your phone.
1. From home, tap Messages.
2. Tap New message.
3. Tap Enter recipients, and then enter a contact name, a mobile phone number, or an email
address using the onscreen keyboard. As you enter letters, possible matches from your accounts
and contacts display on the screen. Touch a match to add it to the message.
4. Tap Enter message and enter your message.
5. Review your message and tap Send.
Send a Multimedia Message (MMS)
When you need to add a little more to a text message, you can send a multimedia message (MMS) text
and pictures, recorded voice, audio or video files, picture slideshows, contact namecards (vCard), or
calendar events (vCalendar).
Composing MMS messages is the same as composing text messages, except that you attach a file to the
message.
1. From home, tap Messages.
2. Tap New message.
3. Tap Enter recipients, and then enter a contact name, a mobile phone number, or an email
address using the onscreen keyboard. As you enter letters, possible matches from your accounts
and contacts display on the screen. Touch a match to add it to the message.
4. Tap Enter message and enter your message.
5. To add an attachment, tap , and then select a file to attach:
Image: Choose a picture from Gallery.
Take picture: Launch the Camera to take a photo, and then add it to your message by
tapping Save.
Video: Choose a video from Gallery.
Record video: Launch the Camera to record a video, and then add it to your message by
tapping Save.
Audio: Choose a sound from Music.
Record audio: Launch Voice Recorder to record a new sound.
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Memo: Launch Memo to choose or create a memo. For more information, see Memo.
Calendar: Add an event from your calendar.
My location: Attach a map showing your location .
Maps: Attach a map.
Contacts: Add a contact entry (namecard) to the message.
6. Review your message and tap Send.
Save and Resume a Draft Message
If you tap Back while composing a text or multimedia message, or leave the Messages screen, the
message is automatically saved as a draft.
To resume composing a Draft message:
1. From home, tap Messages.
2. On the Messages screen, tap the message with the with Draft marked.
3. When you finish editing the message, tap Send.
New Messages Notifi cati on
Depending on your notification settings, the phone will play a ringtone, vibrate, or displa y the m es s age
briefly in the status bar when you receive a new text or multimedia message. To change the notification
for new text and multimedia messages, see Message Settings for details.
A new message icon also appears in the notifications area of the status bar to notify you of a new
text or multimedia message. The Messages app icon also displays the number of new messages.
■ To open the message, touch and hold the status bar, and then slide the status bar down to open
the Notification panel. Tap the new message to open and read it. For information on reading and
replying to messages see Managing Conversations.
Managing Conversations
Text and multimedia messages that are sent to and received from a contact (or a number) are grouped
into conversations or message threads in the Messages screen. Threaded text or multimedia messages
let you see all the messages you exchange with a contact on the screen, similar to a chat program.
To read a text message:
● On the Messages screen, tap the text message or conversation to open and read it.
● If you have a new message notification, slide the status bar down to open the Notification panel.
Tap the new message to open and read it.
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Note: To view the details of a particular message, in the conversation, touch and hold the message to
open the options menu, and then tap View message details.
If a message contains a link to a Web page, tap the message and then tap the link to open it in the Web
browser.
If a message contains a phone number, tap the message and then tap the phone number to dial the
number or add it to your contacts.
To view a multimedia message (MMS):
1. From home, tap Messages.
2. From the message list, tap a message to display it.
3. While the message is open, tap the play icon (on a video or audio file) to play back the file or tap
an image to view a picture.
Note: The file attachment on a MMS message can be saved to an optional installed memory card (not
included). Touch and hold on the attachment, and then tap Sav e att achm ent . Select the attachment
check box and tap Save.
Reply to a Message
1. From home, tap Messages.
2. From the message list, tap a message.
3. Tap the Enter message field and then type your reply message.
4. When the message is complete, tap Send.
Protect a Message from Deletion
You can lock a message so that it will not be deleted even if you delete the other messages in the
conversation.
1. From home, tap Messages.
2. On the Messages screen, tap a conversation.
3. Touch and hold the message that you want to lock.
4. Tap Lock on the options menu. A lock icon displays at the lower right hand side of the message.
Delete a Conversation
1. From home, tap Messages.
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2. Touch and hold the conversation you want to delete.
3. Tap Delete > OK.
Delete Multiple Conversations
1. From home, tap Messages.
2. Tap Menu> Delete.
3. Select the conversations you want to delete, and then tap Done > OK.
Note: Locked messages will not be deleted, unless you select the Include protected messages check
box before confirming the deletion.
Delete a Message
1. From home, tap Messages.
2. While viewing a conversation, touch and hold the message that you want to delete.
3. Tap Delete on the options menu, and then follow the prompts to confirm the deletion.
Messages Settings
The messages settings menu lets you control options for your text and MMS messages including
message limits, size settings, and notifications.
You can access Message settings in two ways:
● From the Messages app: From home, tap Messages > Menu > Settings.
● From Settings: From home, tap Apps > Settings > Messages.
For details about Messages settings, see Messages Settings.
Note: If you choose a default messaging app other than Messages (for example, Google Hangouts), you
will not be able to use the Messages app unless you restore it as the default messaging app. For details,
see Default Messaging App Settings.
Social Networking Accounts
Stay in touch on the go with all your social networking accounts. Post updates on Facebook and Twitter,
review your LinkedIn
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contacts, see what everyone’s talking about on YouTube™, and more.
Facebook
Post updates, read what your friends are up to, upload pictures and check-ins, and more with on-the-go
Facebook access.
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Install the Facebook App on Your Phone
Before you use Facebook on your phone, you must download and install the app from the Google Play
Store app.
1. From home, tap Virgin Mobile folder > Facebook.
2. Follow the prompts to download and install the app from the Google Play Store.
Sign in to Your Facebook Account from Settings
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accounts > Add account.
3. Touch Facebook, and then follow the prompts to enter your Facebook account details and
complete sign-in.
Twitter
Connect with people, express yourself, and discover more about all the things you love.
Install the Twitter App on Your Phone
Before you use Twitter on your phone, you must download and install the app from the Google Play Store
app.
1. From home, tap Virgin Mobile folder > Twitter.
2. Follow the prompts to download and install the app from the Google Play Store.
Sign in to Your Twitter Account from Settings
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Accounts > Add account.
3. Touch Twitter, and then follow the prompts to enter your account details and complete sign-in.
YouTube
YouTube is a video sharing website on which users can upload and share videos. The site is used to
display a wide variety of user-generated video content, including movie clips, TV clips, and music videos,
as well as video content such as video blogging, informational shorts, and other original videos.
1. From home, tap Google folder > YouTube.
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2. Tap to enter keywords in the Search field to search for specific videos, scroll down to browse
through the main page thumbnails, or scroll to the bottom to explore additional options.
3. To view a video, tap an available preview thumbnail or tap the title link.
Note: It is not necessary to sign in to YouTube to view content. However, if you wish to sign in to access
additional options, tap Menu > Sign in. Select an account (if available) or create a new account.
(Even if you sign in to YouTube via the Web, you must separately sign in via your phone.)
Google+
Google+™ makes messaging and sharing with your friends a lot easier. You can set up Circles of friends,
visit the Stream to get updates from your Circles, use Messenger for fast messaging with everyone in
your Circles, or use Instant Upload to a utomatically upload videos and photos to your own private album
on Google+.
Visit www.google.com/mobile/+/ for more information.
Google+ is part of your Google account, and uses your Google account sign-in. Before using Google+,
set up your Google account on your phone. For more information, see Create a Google Account or Sign
In to Your Google Account.
1. From home, tap Google > Google+.
2. If you are signed into more than one Google account, choose an account to use with Google+.
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to use Google+.
Hangouts
Hangouts is an application for instant messaging offered by Google. Conversation logs are automatically
saved to a Chats area in your Gmail account. This allows you to search chat logs and store them in your
Gmail accounts.
1. From home, tap Google > Hangouts.
2. If you have already signed in to a Google account, it displays on the Hangouts screen.
– or –
If you have not already signed in to a Google account, tap ADD ACCOUNT, and then tap New to
create a new Google account, or tap Existing to sign in to an existing Google account.
3. Follow the prompts to begin using Google Hangouts.
Note: You can use Hangouts as your phone’s default messaging app, or as a standalone IM app. If you
set Hangouts as the default messaging app, the Messages app will be disabled. For more information,
see Default Messaging App Settings.
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Apps and Entertainment
All your phone’s features are accessible through the Applications list.
Note: Available apps and services are subject to change at any time.
Google Play Store
The Google Play™ Store app is the place to go to find new Android apps, games, movies, music, and
books for your phone. Choose from a wide variety of free and paid apps ranging from productivity apps to
games. When you find an app you want, you can easil y do wnloa d and insta ll it on your phone.
To access the Google Play Store app, you must be signed in to your Google Account. See Google
Account for details.
Important: Third-party applications may access your personal information or require your service
provider to disclose your customer information to the third-party application provider. To find out how a
third-party application will collect, access, use, or disclose your personal information, check the
application provider’s policies, which can usually be found on their website. If you aren’t comfortable with
the third-part y applic ation’s policies, don’t use the application.
Find and Install an App
When you install apps from the Google Play Store app and use them on your phone, they may require
access to your personal information (such as your location, contact data, and more) or access to certain
functions or settings of your phone. Download and install only apps that you trust.
Note: You need a Google Wallet
Create a Google Wallet Accountto set up a Google Wallet ac c ou nt if you do not have on e.
1. From home, tap Play Store.
2. Browse through the categories to find and learn about apps.
3. Tap Install (for free applications) or the price (for paid applications).
4. Follow the prompts to learn about how the app uses your personal information, or access to
certain functions or settings of your phone. If you agree to the conditions, tap Accept (for free
apps) or Accept and then Buy (for paid apps) to begin downloading and installing the app.
Warning: Read the notification care fu lly! Be especially cautious with apps that have access to many
functions or a significant amount of your data. Once you agree to the download and installation on this
screen, you are responsible for the results of using this item on your phone.
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account to purchase items from the Google Play Store app. See
Create a Google Wallet Account
You must have a Google Wallet account associated with your Google Account to purchase items from the
Google Play Store app.
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The first time you turn on your phone, the setup process will prompt you to create a Google Wallet
account. If you did not create one at setup, you can create an account at any time using one of these
methods:
■ On your computer, go to google.com/wallet/ to create a Google Wallet account.
– or –
The first time you use your phone to buy an item from Google Play, follow the prompts to enter
your billing information to set up a Google Wallet account.
Warning: After you use Google Wallet to purchase an app from the Google Play Store, the phone
remembers your password, so you don’t need to enter it the next time. For this reason, you should secure
your phone to prevent others from using it without your permission. For more information, see Screen
Lock.
Open an Installed App
After you install an app, it’s available in the Apps tray.
■ From home, tap Apps, and then tap the app icon.
Uninstall an App
You can uninstall any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Application manager.
2. Tap the DOWNLOADED tab, and then select the app you want to uninsta ll.
3. Tap Uninstall, and then follow the prompts to remove the app from your phone.
Navigation
Your phone offers a number of location-based navigation programs to help you figure out where you are
and get you where you’re going.
Google Maps
Use the Google Maps™ application to find directions, location information, business addresses, etc.
Determine your current locatio n with or withou t GPS, get driving and transit directions, and find phone
numbers and addresses for local businesses.
For more information about Google Maps, visit maps.google.com.
Enable Location
To use Google Maps, enable your phone’s GPS location service and agree to share location inf or mation
with Google.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Location.
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2. Tap the ON/OFF switch beside Location to turn the service on.
To launch the Google Maps application:
■ From home, tap Google > Maps.
Samsung Apps
Browse, search, and find apps to download and install on your phone. Log in to your Samsung account to
manage your downloads.
■ From home, tap Apps > Samsung Apps.
Music Apps
Your phone lets you discover, download, and listen to your favorite music through a variety of
applications.
Note: For information about loading music onto your phone, see Tr ans f er Files Bet ween Your Pho ne and
a Computer.
Google Play Music
Google Play Music lets you browse, shop, and play back songs purchased from the Google Play Store
app, as well as songs you have loaded from your own music library. The music you choose is
automatically stored in your Google Music library and instantly ready to play or download.
For more information about Google Play Music, visit music.google.com.
Note: For information about loading music onto your phone, see Tr ans f er Files Bet ween Your Pho ne and
a Computer.
■ From home, tap Google > Play Music.
Music
The Music app plays music files. Use Music to browse your music library, play songs, and create playlists.
You can also set songs as ringtones for incoming calls, or as alarm tones.
Note: For information about loading music onto your phone, see Tr ans f er Files Bet ween Your Pho ne and
a Computer.
When you close the Music screen, playback will continue in the background, so you can listen to music
while you use other features of your phone. When music is playing in the background, you can access
playback controls from the Notification panel.
Play Music
1. From home, tap Apps > Music.
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2. Tap the category tabs at the top of the screen. The default tabs are Playlists, Tracks, Albums,
Artists, Music square, Folders, and Devices. You may have to swipe your finger right or left
along the tabs to see all of them.
3. Scroll through the list and tap a song to begin. While playing music, use these controls:
Tap to pause playback. To start playback again, tap .
Tap to move to the previous song. Tap to move to the next song.
Tap the repeat button to control playback. Choose to play all songs once. Choose
to repeat all songs. Choose to repeat the current song.
Tap the shuffle button to control the order songs are played. Choose to play songs in the
order they appear in the list. Choose to play songs in random order.
Tap to mark a song as a favorite. When a song is a favorite, the star is orange. Favorite
songs are included in the Favorites playlist.
Tap to set the volume, or tap to choose a SoundAlive option. You can also set
volume by pressing the Volume Key on the side of the phone.
Tap to share music with nearby devices using Group Play.
Use Playlists
Create playlists to group songs, so you can listen to them together.
1. From home, tap Apps > Music.
2. Tap the Playlists tab, and t hen use th ese optio ns :
Tap an existing playlist to play its songs. While playing, tap Menu for playlist options.
Tap Create playlist to create a new playlist. Follow the prompts to name the playlist,
and then select songs for the playlist.
Tap Menu for other options, including Edit title, to rename playlists.
Note: While playing music, you can touch and hold on a song to choose Add to playlist.
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Set a Song as a Ringtone or Alarm Tone
You can set a song as a ringtone for all incoming calls, or for a contact. You can also set a song as an
alarm tone.
1. From home, tap Apps > Music.
2. Scroll to find a song, and then touch and hold on the song.
3. Choose Set as, and then use these options: Choose how to use the song:
• From the beginning: Plays the song from the beginning.
• Auto recommendations: Plays the best part of the song, as detected by the Music app.
Choose what to set the song as:
• Phone ringtone: Plays the song for all incoming calls.
• Caller ringtone: Plays the song for calls from a Contact.
• Alarm tone: Plays the song as the notification for alarms.
4. After choosing options, tap Done, and then follow the prompts to complete the setup.
Share Music
You can share music with other nearby DLNA-compatible devices.
Note: Your phone, and the other DLNA-compatible device, must be connected to the same Wi-Fi
network, and the other device must have its Nearby devices feature turned on. For more information, For
more information, see Nearby Devices Settings.
1. From home, tap Apps > Music.
2. Tap the Devices tab, and then select the target device from the list.
Music Options and Settings
1. From home, tap Apps > Music.
2. Tap Menu for options. Available options depend on the tab:
Select: Choose items.
Add to playlist/Create playlist: Depending on the tab, you can add songs to a playlist, or
create a new playlist.
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Listen via Bluetooth: Play music through a Bluetooth-compatible device t hat is p aired wit h
your phone. For more information about using Bluetooth, see Bluetooth.
Grid view/List view: Choose a format for displaying items.
Delete: On the Tracks or Playlists tabs, you can choose songs to delete, or delete playlists.
Settings:
• Tabs: Choose tabs to display on the Music screen.
• Playlists: Choose default playlists. These default playlists will automatically update to
include songs you play.
• SoundAlive: Choose a setting to match the type of music you’re playing.
• Adapt Sound: Customize sound output when you are listening with earphones. Only
available when earphones or a headset are inserted into the 3.5mm Headset Jack.
• Play speed: Touch and drag the slider to set the default speed for music playback.
• Music auto off: Choose a time period for music to play, after which Music will close.
• Lyrics: When enabled, lyrics display for songs as they play, if the lyric information is
stored in the music file.
• Smart volume: When enabled, Music automatically adjusts the volume of all songs to an
equal level.
Audio File
Virgin Mobile’s official music store & player for Music Tracks, Ringtones & Ringback Tones. With Virgin
Mobile AudioFile, get millions of music tracks & tones updated daily, Full-featured music player, Virgin
Mobile AudioFile manager, contacts manager and store in one app. No DRM restrictions on music which
means you can transfer your songs to your PC or other devices. Replace your regular “ring-ring” your
callers hear with your favorite Virgin Mobile AudioFile Ringback Tones or personalize the tones that you
hear when others call you. Plus, download your favorite artists newest album and tracks.
■ From home, tap Virgin Mobile folder > Audio File.
Google Play Movies & TV
Google Play Movies & TV allows you to watch movies and TV shows purchased on Google Play. You can
stream instantly on your Android phone or tablet, or download so you can watch from anywhere, even
when you’re not connected. Also, get quick access to your personal video collection, including those
taken on your phone or tablet.
Learn more about Google Play Movies & TV at play.google.com/about/movies.
■ From home, tap Google folder > Play Movies & TV.
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Google Play Books
Discovering your favorite books and authors has never been easier. With Google Play Books, you can
shop the world's largest selection of ebooks and read them anywhere you like - on a tablet, phone,
ereader, or the Web.
■ From home, tap Google folder > Play Books.
Google Play Games
Google Play Games is the easiest way for you to discover new games, track achievements and scores,
and play with friends around the world. It brings all your gaming on Google Play together in a unified
Android experience.
■ From home, tap Google folder > Play Games.
Google Play Newsstand
With Google Play Newsstand, discover more of the news and magazines you care about all in one app on
your Android tablet or phone. Enjoy breaking news and in-depth articles featuring audio, video and more.
From sports, business, cooking, entertainment, fashion and more - now get both free and paid news plus
subscribe to vibrant full HD magazines, all in one place. With hundreds of premier publishers - it’s all
there, easy to follow, read, and share.
● Enjoy Read Now to find more of the articles you care about and discover new ones you will love.
● Explore categories like Arts & Photography, Business & Finance, Food & Drink and more and
subscribe to topics tagged to the articles that interest you most
●Go Offline with any news edition, topic or magazine without missing a page. Bookmark news
stories you don't have time to read for later.
●All in one - Google Play Newsstand is the new home for all your Google Currents subscriptions
and Google Play Magazines. Now with one app and one tap, it’s never been easier to stay
informed on the news of the day.
Access Google Play Newsstand
■ From home, tap Google folder > Play Newsstand.
My Account
Access your Virgin account, get device inf or mation and help, find recommended apps, and more.
1. From home, tap My Account.
2. Touch My Account to sign in to and manage your Virgin account, My Device to access
information about your phone, or touch any other category to explore additional options, such as
Suggested Apps, Money Center, News & Events, and the Referral Progr a m.
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Note: My Account categories and options are subject to change. Check back frequently for new content
and updates.
eBay
The eBay app is packed full of features that make it easy to browse, buy, sell, and manage your eBay
experience whenever and wher e ver you are!
■ From home, tap Apps > eBay.
Virgin Mobile Feed
The Virgin Mobile Feed is the place to hang as we actively stalk your cultural obsessions. Find popculture trends, killer apps, and hot new bands. See what we mean:
●Slide through the news feed for live tweets and blog posts packed with pop-culture gold and
music exclusives
● Hear Virgin Mobile On Air featuring interviews with up-and-coming artists
● Find the sickest new apps recommended just for you via WHAT THE APP?!
■ From home, tap Virgin Mobile folder > VMU Feed.
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Web and Data
The following topics address your phone’s data connections and the built-in Web browser. Additional
data-related features can be found in Ac c ounts and M ess agin g, Applications and Entertainment, and
Tools and Calendar.
Your phone’s data capabilities let you wirelessly access the Internet or your corporate network through a
variety of connections, includi ng:
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi provides wireless Internet access over distances of up to 300 feet. To use your phone’s Wi-Fi, you
need access to a wireless access point or “hotspot”.
The availability and range of the Wi-Fi signal depends on a number of factors, including infrastructure and
other objects through which the signal passes.
Turn Wi-Fi On or Off
When Wi-Fi is turned on, your device will notify you of available Wi-Fi networks, and you can connect to
the Wi-Fi networks. Turn Wi-Fi off when not in use, to conserve battery power.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Wi-Fi, and then tap the ON/OFF switch beside Wi-Fi to turn Wi-Fi on or off.
Note: You can also turn Wi-Fi on or off from the Notification panel. Drag down from the top of the screen,
and then tap Wi-Fi.
Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network
By default, your phone’s Wi-Fi feature is turned off. Turning Wi-Fi on makes your phone able to discover
and connect to compatible in-range Wi-Fi networks (or WAPs - wireless access points).
Turn Wi-Fi On
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Wi-Fi.
2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Wi-Fi on.
Note: Wi-Fi networks are self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your phone
to connect to a Wi-Fi network. It may be necessary to provide a user name and password for certain
closed wireless networks.
Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Wi-Fi.
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2. The network names and security settings (Open network or Secured) of detected Wi-Fi networks
are displayed.
When you select an open network, you will be automatically connected to the network.
When you select a secured network, you will need to enter the wireless password to connect
to the network. Enter the password and tap Connect. You can use the show password
option to display the password as you enter it.
Add a New Wi-Fi Network Manually
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Wi-Fi.
2. Tap Add Wi-Fi network.
3. Enter the Network SSID. This is the name of the Wi-Fi network.
4. Tap the Security field and select the security method used by the Wi-Fi network. If a password is
required, enter it in the Enter password field.
5. Tap Connect to store the new information and connect to the Wi-Fi network.
Note: The next time your phone connects to a previously accessed or secured wireless network, you
won’t be prompted to enter the wireless password again, unless you reset your phone back to its factory
default settings.
Connect to a Different Wi-Fi Network
The following information is designed to help you connect your device to a different Wi-Fi network.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Wi-Fi.
2. Detected Wi-Fi networks are displayed. To manually scan for available Wi-Fi networks, on the
Wi-Fi settings screen, tap Menu > Scan.
3. Tap another Wi-Fi network to connect to it.
Note: If the wireless network you want to connect to is not in the list of detected networks, scroll down the
screen, and tap Add Wi-Fi network. Enter the wireless network settings and tap Connect.
Internet
Your phone’s Internet browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites on the go,
using your phone’s 3G or 4G mobile data or Wi-Fi connections.
■ From home, tap Internet.
Note: The first time you launch Internet, you may be prompted to enter your 10-digit wireless phone
number to access the home page.
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Chrome
Use Chrome for Mobile to browse fast and sign in to bring your Chrome experience from your computer,
anywhere you go.
For more information, visit: google.com/intl/en/chrome/browser/mobile/
■ From home, tap Apps > Google folder > Chrome.
Data Services General Information (4G LTE and
3G Networks)
The following topics will help you learn the basics of using your data services, including managing your
user name, launching a data connection, and navigating the Web with your phone.
Important: Certain data services requests may require additional time to process. While your phone is
loading the requested service, the touchscreen or QWERTY keyboard may appear unresponsive when in
fact they are functioning properly. Allow the phone some time to process your data usage request.
4G LTE
The 4G LTE network provides your phone with wireless Internet access over greater distances than Wi-Fi
and delivers data transfer rates of up to 60 Mbps. To connect your phone to 4G LTE, you need to be in an
area covered by the 4G LTE network.
For more information about the availability of 4G LTE in your locati on, v is it virginmobileusa.com.
Note: The availability and range of the network depends on a number of factors, including your distance
to the base station and infrastructure and other objects through which the signal passes.
Set Your Network Options
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > More networks > Mobile networks >
Network mode.
2. Select LTE/CDMA or Automatic. The phone will scan for the bes t avai lab le network and will
automatically connect to it.
When your phone is connected to the 4G LTE network, the 4G LTE icon appears in the status
bar.
Note: The 4G LTE network is self-discoverable, which means no additional steps are required for your
phone to connect to it.
Your Data Services User Name
When you buy your phone and sign up for service, you’r e automatically assigned a user name, wh ich is
typically based on your name and a number.
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Icon
Description
3G Coverage: The phone is connected to the 3G network.
3G network in use: The icon spins when your phone is scanning and connecting.
4G LTE Coverage: The phone is connected to the 4G LTE network. The icon spins
Find Your User Name
1. Press and tap > Settings > More > About device.
2. Tap Status, and then find your user name under the User name heading.
Update Your User Name
If you choose to change your user name and select a new one online, or make any changes to your
services, you must then update the profile on your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > System Update.
2. Tap Update Profile.
Data Connection Status and Indicators
Your phone displays the current status of your data connection through indicators at the top of the screen.
The following symbols are used:
when your phone is scanning and connecting.
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
From your phone, you can add, set up, and manage virtual private networks (VPNs) that allow you to
connect and access resources inside a secured local network, such as your corporate network.
Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection
Depending on the type of VPN, you may be required to enter your login credentials or install security
certificates before you can connect to your company’s local network. You can get this information from
your network administrator.
To connect to a VPN, you must have Mobile data enabled, or your phone must be connected to a Wi-Fi
network. For information about setting up and using these connections on your phone, see Data Usage
Settingsand Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network.
Set a Screen Lock
Before setting up a VPN, you must set a screen lock to prevent access to your phone by unauthorized
users. A PIN or password screen lock provides sufficient security to set up trusted credential storage.
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1. From home, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap Lock screen > Screen lock.
3. Choose a screen lock, either PIN or Password.
4. Follow the prompts to configure the screen lock. For more information, see Screen Lock.
Add a VPN
Configure a connection to a VPN. You must have a PIN or Password screen lock set before adding a
VPN.
Tip: You may need to contact your network administrator for some of the information needed to set up a
VPN connection.
Add a Basic VPN
From home, tap Apps > Settings. 1.
Tap More networks > VPN > Basic VPN. 2.
Tap Add to configure options: 3.
Name: Enter the name of the VPN.
Type: Choose the type of VPN.
Server address: Enter the address for the VPN server.
PPP Encryption (MPPE): Tap to enable, if applicable for the VPN.
Show advanced options:
• DNS Search domains
• DMS servers
• Forwarding routes
Tap Save to save the VPN settin gs. 4.
Add an Advanced IPsec VPN
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap More networks > VPN.
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3. Tap Add to configure options:
VPN connection name: Enter the name of the VPN.
IPsec connection type: Choose the type of VPN.
Gateway: Enter the IP address or DNS name.
Identity: Enter the Key ID.
Pre-shared key: Enter the PSK.
Show advanced options: Tap to set other options, depending on the type of VPN.
• Extended authentication
• Aggressive mode
• Perfect forward secrecy (PFS)
• Disable split tunneling
• Algorithm suite
• IKE groups
• IKE lifetim e
• IPsec lifetime
• Connection attempt timeout
4. Tap Save to save the VPN.
Connect to a VPN
Connect to a VPN that’s already set up on your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps > Settings.
2. Tap More networks > VPN.
3. In the VPNs section, tap a VPN.
4. Follow the prompts to enter your login credentials, and connect. When you are connected, the
VPN connected icon appears in the notification area of the title bar.
Disconnect from a VPN
The following describes how to disconnect from a VPN connection.
1. Touch and hold the Status bar, and then drag down to open the Notification panel.
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2. Tap the VPN connection, and then follow the prompts to disconnect from it.
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Pictures and Video
Camera
You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos.
Open the Camera
Follow the below procedure to access your phone’s camera.
■ From home, tap Camera.
● Front/Back Camera: Switch between the front and back cameras.
● Customizable shortcuts: Shortcuts to favorite settings, which you can customize. The defaults
shown here are Selective focus and HDR (Rich tone).
● Settings: Access camera settings.
● Mode Indicator: Shows the current Mode, which you can choose with Mode Selector.
● Record: Tap to start recording.
● Capture: Tap to take a picture.
● Mode Selector: Tap to choose a shooting mode. The current mode displays on the camera
screen. Shooting modes allow you to choose modes for automatically adjusting settings to suit
conditions, or to access special features like panorama or other specialty shots.
●Gallery: View your pictures or video, and access picture sharing and editing options.
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Take a Picture
You can take pictures with your phone’s front or back camera, or combine shots with Dual mode.
1. From home, tap Camera.
2. Using the phone’s screen as a viewfinder, compose your shot by aiming the camera at the
subject. While composing your picture, use the onscreen options, or these gestures:
Touch the screen with two fingers and pinch or spread them on the screen to zoom.
Tap the screen to focus on the area you tapped.
3. Tap Capture to take the picture.
Note: To include your location in photos, tur n on GPS tag in Sett ings .
Record Videos
In addition to taking pictures, you can record, view, and send videos with your phone’s built-in video
camera.
From home, tap Camera. 1.
Using the phone’s screen as a viewfinder, compose your shot by aiming the camera at the 2.
subject. While composing your shot, use the onscreen options, or these gestures:
Touch the screen with two fingers and pinch or spread them on the screen to zoom.
Tap the screen to focus on the area you tapped.
Tap Record to begin recording. While recording, you can use these options: 3.
Tap the screen to change the focus area to the area you tapped.
Tap Capture to take a still picture while continuing recording.
Tap Pause to temporarily stop recording.
Tap Stop to stop recording.
Review Pictures and Videos from the Camera
Afte r you take a picture or record a video, you can review and edit it right from the camera, using special
Studio options.
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Review and Edit a Picture from the Camera
1. From home, tap Camera.
2. Take a picture, and then tap the Gallery thumbnail at the bottom right corner of the screen.
3. While reviewing a picture, you can use these options:
Screen mirroring: Choose a device to share the picture via Group Play.
Share: Choose an option for sharing the picture. Options may include Dropbox,
Video trimmer: Edit the length of the video. Drag the trimmer from the end of the video
(the right side of the screen), to shorten the video.
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Delete: Erase the current video.
Menu: Choose other options.
Configure the Camera
Camera settings are special options that you can choose, right on the camera screen, to make taking
pictures or recording videos easy, and to make your pictures or videos special.
Customize Shortcuts
The Camera screen offers two customizable shortcuts, to give you the ability to choose favorite settings
on the fly.
1. From home, tap Camera.
2. Tap Settings, and then touch and drag settings to or from the two shortcuts.
Choose a Shooting Mode
Your phone’s camera offers many shooting modes, to make your pictures or videos special.
1. From home, tap Camera.
2. On the Camera screen, tap to choose a shooting mode. Scroll available modes, and then
tap a mode to select it. Modes include:
Auto: Automatically adjusts the exposure to optimize the color and brightness of pictures. In
Auto mode, you can take single or burst shots (take burst shots by holding Capture to take
multiple shots until you lift your finger).
Beauty face: Automatically enhances facial features.
Shot & more: Explore the various effects available for burst shots. You can apply effects
right after taking the pictures, or in Studio.
Panorama: Take multiple pictures to merge into one expansive picture. You can create a
horizontal or vertical panorama picture.
Virtual tour shot: Create an interactive virtual tour of your surroundings.
Dual camera: Take pictures and record videos using the front and rear cameras at the same
time, to create a picture-in-picture shot. You can switch between the front and rear camera to
control which picture appears in the smaller shot.
Download: Browse and download additional modes to use with Camera. Read and accept
the terms, and then browse for new modes.
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Choose Camera Settings
1. From home, tap Camera.
2. Tap Settings to configure options:
Picture size: Choose a default size for the pictures you take.
Burst shots: When on, you can take multiple pictures when you touch and hold the Capture
button.
Picture stabilization: When on, the Camera adjusts settings to minimize the effect of
camera movement while shooting.
Face detection: When on, the Camera will automatically adjust settings for taking pictures of
faces.
ISO: Set the sensitivity of the camera’s light meter.
Metering modes: Choose how the Camera measures the light source.
Tap to take pics: When on, you can tap the screen to take a picture.
Selective focus: When on, you can choose areas of the screen to focus on.
Video size: Choose a default size for videos.
Recording mode: Choose a recording mode. You can choose to limit a video to a size that
can be attached to a message, or record in slow, fast, or smooth motion.
Video stabilization: When on, the Camera adjusts settings to minimize the effect of camera
movement while recording.
Audio zoom: While recording videos, zooming in on an object will amplify sound from that
area and diminish other surrounding sound.
Effects: Choose an effect to add to pictures.
Flash: Choose a flash setting.
Timer: Choose a timer setting to delay the taking of pictures or recording.
HDR (Rich tone): When on, you can take pictures in various exposures and merge them to
create pictures with rich color.
Location tags: When on, GPS location information is stored in picture files.
Storage: If you have an optional memory card installed (not included), you can choose
whether to save files to device memory or to the memory card.
Review pics/videos: When on, pictures and videos display briefly after you take them so you
can review them.
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Remote viewfinder: When turned on, you can take pictures using the viewfinder of a
connected device. Your device and the remove device must be connected via Wi-Fi Direct
connection to use this option.
White balance: Choose a setting for current light conditions.
Exposure value: Adjust the brightness of pictures.
Guide lines: When on, guidelines display on the screen to aid in composition.
Voice control: When on, you can take pictures or record videos by speaking commands.
Help: Learn about using the Camera.
Reset: Return settings to the defaults.
Gallery
Using the Gallery application, you can view pictures and watch v ideos that you’ ve t ak en with your phone’s
camera, downloaded, or copied to an optional m emory card (not included).
For pictures stored on an optional memory card, you can do basic editing such as rotating and cropping.
You can also set a picture as your contact picture or wallpaper and share pictures with your friends.
While viewing pictures in the Gallery, scroll up the screen to view more albums. Simply tap an album to
view the photos or videos in that album.
If you have pictures or videos stored on an optional memory card (not included), they will be display
folders they are stored in, and folders are treated as albums. The actual folder names will be used as the
album names. If you have downloaded any photos and videos, these will be placed in the All downloads
album.
1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Select a folder location (such as Camera) and tap a thum bnail to view the picture or video.
3. From the Gallery screen, you can use these options:
Tap a picture or video to display it in full screen view.
Touch and hold thumbnails to select them (indicated by a check mark).
Tap View by/Filter by to choose a display style. You can view by Time or Album, or
Filter to show only scenery or documents.
Tap Search to enter keywords to search for items, or choose a view or filter.
Tap Camera to launch the Camera to take pictures or record video.
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Tap Menu for options. Available options depend on which gallery screen you are
viewing, and may include:
• Select album/Select item: Depending on the view, tap albums or items to select them.
After selection, you can tap Menu again for options you can use with the selected item.
• Delete: Erase item(s).
• Sort by oldest/Sort by latest: Choose how items are listed by time.
• Create album: Create a new album to group pictures.
• Content to display: Choose whether to display all content, or only pictures stored on
your device, or from Dropbox, Facebook, or Picasa (if you have those accounts set up on
your device).
• Slideshow: Choose options to create a slideshow for viewing your pictures and videos.
• Studio: Edit the item using the Studio tool.
• Settings: Configure Gallery settings. For more information, see Gallery Settings.
Note: Available options depend on which gallery screen you are viewing. Additional options may include
Content to display, Scan for nearby devices, and Show nearb y devices .
View Photos and Videos
After selecting an album from the Albums tab, you can browse the photos and videos of that album in
either photo pile or grid view. Tap a photo or video to view it in full screen.
View Photos
1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap a thumbnail to view the picture. While viewing a picture full-screen you can use these
options:
Screen mirroring: Choose a device to share the picture via AllShare or Group Play.
Share: Choose an option for sharing the picture. Options may include Group Play,
Camera: Launch the Camera, to take pictures or record video.
Menu: Choose other options, including:
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• Edit: Modify the picture.
• More info: View information about the video.
• Copy to clipboard: Save a copy of the picture to the clipboard, so you can paste it into
• Rotate left/Rotate right: Change the orientation of the picture.
• Crop: Adjust the size of the picture.
• Rename: Change the name of the video file.
• Slideshow: Create a slideshow.
• Set as: Set the picture as wallpaper on the lock or home screen.
• Print: Print the picture to a compatible Wi-Fi printer (not included).
• Settings: Configure Gallery settings.
View Videos
another app.
Note: If no icons are displayed on the screen in addition to the picture, tap anywhere on the screen to
display them.
1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap a video to select it. When the video is displayed full-screen, you can use these options:
Share: Choose an option for sharing the video. Options may include Bluetooth,
Dropbox, Email, Gmail, Google+, Messages, Picasa, Wi-Fi Direct, or YouTube.
Video trimmer: Edit the length of the video. Drag the trimmer from the end of the video
(the right side of the screen), to shorten the video.
Delete: Erase the current video.
Tap to play the video.
Menu: Choose other options, including:
• More info: View information about the video.
• Rename: Change the name of the video file.
• Slideshow: Create a slideshow.
• Settings: Configure Gallery settings.
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Working with Photos
You can touch and hold on a photo to open a selection menu and choose what to do with it. You can
choose to delete the photo, rotate or crop it, and more.
Rotate and Save a Photo
To rotate or save your photo, follow the below procedures.
1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Select a folder location (such as Camera) and tap an image to view your picture.
3. Tap Menu
The rotated picture is saved in your default storage location as a copy.
> Rotate left or Rotate right.
Crop a Photo
To crop your photos, follow the below procedures.
1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Select a folder location (such as Camera) and tap an image to view your picture.
3. Tap Menu
4. To adjust the crop box size, touch and hold the edge of the box. When directional arrows appear,
drag your finger inward to or outward to resize the crop box.
5. To move the crop box to the part of the photo that you want to crop, drag the crop box to the
desired position.
6. Tap Done to apply the changes to the picture.
The cropped picture is saved along with the original copy in your default storage location.
> Crop.
Share Photos and Videos
You can share and send pictures and videos from your phone using several different methods, including
messaging, email, social media apps, Bluetooth, cloud storage, and more. To share photos and videos,
follow these procedures.
Send Photos or Videos by Email
You can send several photos, videos, or both in an email message. They are added as file attachments in
your email.
1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery.
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2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to share.
3. Tap the photos you want to send.
4. Touch the screen and then tap Share > Gmail or Email.
5. Compose your message and then tap Send or Send.
Note: If you selected Email and you have multiple email accounts, the default email account will be used.
Send a Photo or Video by Multimedia Message
Although you can send several photos or videos in a multimedia message, it may be better to send one at
a time, especially if the files are large in size.
1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to send.
3. Tap the photo or video you want to send.
4. Touch the screen and then tap Share > Messages.
5. Compose your message and then tap Send.
Send Photos or Videos Using Bluetooth
You can select several photos, videos, or both and send them to someone’s phone or your computer
using Bluetooth.
1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to send.
3. Select the photos or videos you want to send.
4. Touch the screen and then tap Share > Bluetooth.
In the next few steps, you’ll be asked to turn on Bluetooth on your phone and connect to the receiving
Bluetooth phone so the files can be sent. For more information, see Bluetooth.
Share Photos or Videos on Google+
1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to send.
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3. Tap the photo or video you want to send.
4. Touch the screen and then tap Share > Google+.
5. Compose your message and then tap .
Share Photos on Picasa
You need to be signed in to a Google Account to upload pictures to the Picasa photo organizing service.
1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap the album that contains the photos or videos you want to share.
3. Select the photos you want to share.
4. Touch the screen and then tap Share > Picasa.
5. Select the online album where you want to upload the pictures.
6. Tap Upload. You can view the photos online at picasaweb.google.com.
Share Videos on YouTube
You can share your videos by uploading them to YouTube. Before you do this, you must create a
YouTube account and sign in to that account on your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery.
2. Tap the album that contains the videos you want to share.
3. Select the video you want to share.
4. Touch the screen and then tap Share > YouTube.
5. Enter the prompted information, such as description and tags, and select a privacy option.
6. Tap Upload.
Photos
Keep all your photos backed up and organized with Google+ Photos.
■ From home, tap Google folder > Photos.
Video
Play videos stored on your phone, or from your other devices (you must sign in to your Samsung account
to play videos synced from your other devices).
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1. From home, tap Apps > Video.
2. Scroll through the videos stored on your device. After a few seconds, each video thumbnail
begins playing a preview of the clip.
3. Tap a video to view it.
Use Pop-up Play
Multitask with Pop-up Play - transform your video player into a pop-up window floating on the screen. The
video will continue to play, and the pop-up window can be resized or moved anywhere on the screen.
1. From home, tap Apps > Video.
2. Tap a video to view it.
3. Tap to continue playing the video in a floating window. Drag the window to any location on
the screen, and use two fingers to pinch or spread to resize the floating window.
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