Samsung SM-G925VZWFVZW, SM-G925VZWEVZW, SM-G925VZWAVZW, SM-G925VZKFVZW, SM-G925VZKEVZW User Manual

User Guide

SMARTPHONE

User Manual

Please read this manual before operating your device

and keep it for future reference.

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ATTEMPT TO DOWNLOAD SOFTWARE ONTO THE
DEVICE WITHOUT AUTHORIZATION, YOU WILL
BE NOTIFIED ON THE SCREEN THAT THE PHONE
WILL NO LONGER OPERATE AND BE INSTRUCTED
TO POWER DOWN THE DEVICE. YOU MUST THEN
CONTACT YOUR CARRIER TO RESTORE THE DEVICE
TO THE CARRIER AUTHORIZED SETTINGS.

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may be required. For more information about KNOX,
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Do you have questions about your
Samsung Mobile Device?

For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a
new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System)
at: samsung.com/us/support

The actual available capacity of the internal memory is
less than the specified capacity because the operating
system and default applications occupy part of the
memory. The available capacity may change when you
upgrade the device.

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on the mobile device or at samsung.com

READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR
MOBILE DEVICE.

Samsung Limited Warranty - This product is

covered under the applicable Samsung Limited
Warranty INCLUDING ITS DISPUTE RESOLUTION

PROCEDURE and your right to opt out of arbitration
within 30 calendar days of the first consumer
purchase. You may opt out by either sending
an email to [e-mail] with the
subject line “Arbitration Opt-Out” or by calling
1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) . For more detailed

procedures, please refer to the “Dispute Resolution
Procedures and Arbitration and Opt-Out” section of
the Limited Warranty.

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Full written terms and detailed information about
the warranty and obtaining service are available
on the device at: Settings > About phone >
Legalinformation > Samsung legal or you may
access the online version of the Health/Safety and
Warranty guide for your device at:

English

samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide

Spanish

samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide -SP

The online version of the End User License
Agreement (EULA) for your device can be found
online at:

samsung.com/us/Legal/SamsungLegal-EULA4

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Table of Contents

Getting Started ...............................................................1

Front View ...........................................................................2

Back View ........................................................................... 4

Assemble Your Device .....................................................6

Set Up Your Device ........................................................... 9

Set Up Accounts on Your Device .................................11

Know Your Device ......................................................12

Home Screen ...................................................................13

Status Bar .........................................................................19

Navigation .........................................................................21

Notification Panel ............................................................23

Multi Window ....................................................................27

Edge Screen.....................................................................30

Enter Text ..........................................................................34

Emergency Mode ............................................................38

Table of Contents

Calling .................................................................................40

Phone Screen ..................................................................41

Make and Answer Calls .................................................44

Speed Dial ........................................................................51

Emergency Calls .............................................................53

Set Up and Access Voicemail ......................................55

Applications ....................................................................57

Apps List ...........................................................................58

Google Apps ....................................................................62

Verizon ...............................................................................67

Additional Apps ...............................................................69

Calculator ..........................................................................71

Calendar ...........................................................................73

Camera and Video ..........................................................76

Clock .................................................................................84

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Contacts ............................................................................88

Email ..................................................................................94

Emergency Alerts ............................................................98

Gallery ...............................................................................99

Memo ............................................................................. 102

Message+ ...................................................................... 104

Messages ...................................................................... 107

Music Player .................................................................. 111

My Files .......................................................................... 114

S Health ......................................................................... 116

S Voice ........................................................................... 118

Video Player .................................................................. 119

Voice Recorder .............................................................123

Settings ..........................................................................125

How to Use Settings .................................................... 126

Airplane Mode .............................................................. 128

Wi-Fi ................................................................................ 129

Bluetooth ........................................................................ 133

Mobile Hotspot and Tethering .................................... 136

Data Usage ................................................................... 140

Mobile Networks ........................................................... 141

Advanced Calling ......................................................... 142

More Settings ................................................................ 144

Sounds and Vibration .................................................. 148

Notifications ................................................................... 153

Display and Wallpaper ................................................ 154

Edge Screen Settings .................................................. 159

Advanced Features ......................................................163

Storage ........................................................................... 164

Battery ............................................................................ 166

Applications Settings ................................................... 167

NFC and Payment ........................................................ 170

Themes .......................................................................... 172

Location ......................................................................... 173

Lock Screen and Security .......................................... 175

Privacy and Safety ....................................................... 183

Easy Mode ..................................................................... 186

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Accounts ........................................................................ 187

Language and Input..................................................... 189

Backup and Reset ....................................................... 193

Date and Time .............................................................. 195

Accessibility .................................................................. 196

Help ................................................................................ 199

About Phone ................................................................. 200

System Updates ........................................................... 201

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Getting Started

Learn about your mobile device
hardware, assembly procedures,
and how to get started using your
new device.

Front View

Status light

Volume keys

EarpieceProximity sensors

Front camera

Power key

Home key/Finger scanner

Getting Started

Recent

Back

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Front View

Here are some key features on the front and sides of your device.

Earpiece: Listen to a call.

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Front camera: Take self-por traits and record

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videos of yourself.

Power key: Press and hold to turn the device on

•

or off, restart it, or for quick access to Emergency
mode. Press to lock or wake up the screen.

Back: Return to the previous screen or close a

•

dialog box, menu, or keyboard.

Home key/Finger scanner: Return to the Home

•

screen. Activate the Fingerprint security feature.

Getting Started Front View

Recent: Tap to display recent apps, or touch and

•

hold for Multi Window™.

Volume keys: Adjust the volume of your device’s

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sounds and audio playback.

Status light: Display a light when the battery is

•

charging or fully charged, when a notification
arrives, or when recording voice.

Proximity sensors: Detect the presence of objects

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near the device.

3

Back View

Infrared transmitter

Microphone

SIM card tray

Getting Started

Rear camera

Speaker

Microphone

Flash

Heart rate sensor

Headset jack

USB charger/Accessory port

4

Back View

Here are some key features found on the back and sides of your device.

SIM card tray: Install the SIM card. Formore

•

information, see “Install the Nano SIM Card” on

page6.

Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light environments

•

when taking a photo or recording video.

Heart rate sensor: Measure your heart rate using

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your fingertip when using the S Health™ app.
Formore information, see “S Health” on page116.

Headset jack: Connect an optional headset.

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Getting Started Back View

USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the

•

USBcharger (included) and other optional
accessories (not included) .

Microphone: Record audio and detect voice

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commands.

Speaker: Play music and other sounds.

•

Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos.

•

Infrared transmitter: Controls external devices

•

using infrared light.

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Assemble Your Device

This section helps you to assemble your
device.

Install the Nano SIM Card

When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are
provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation,
your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details,
such as your Personal Identification Number (PIN) ,
available optional services, and other features.

Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIMcard
to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards outof reach of
small children.

Caution: Exercise care when using the removal tool to
eject the internal SIM card tray.

1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the
SIMcard tray, and then push until the tray pops
out.

2. Place the SIM card on the tray.

Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face

•

down into the device and that the card is
positioned as shown.

3. Slide the SIM card tray back into the slot.

Caution: If the SIM card is not inserted correctly, the
device cannot detect it. Reorient the SIM card and place
it back into the slot if it is notdetected.

Getting Started

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Assemble Your Device

Charge the Battery

Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard
Li-Ion battery. A USB charger (charging head and
USBcable) is included with the device for charging
the battery from any standard outlet.

The battery comes partially charged. A fully
discharged battery requires up to four hours of charge
time. You can use the device while charging.

Note: It is recommended you fully charge the battery
before using your device for the first time.

Note: For fastest charging times, use the Samsung
Adaptive Fast Charger that came with your device. This
charger provides faster charging only when connected to
devices that support Adaptive Fast Charging.

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

1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/
Accessory port.

2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and
then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.

3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and
remove the USB cable from the device when
charging is complete.

Note: This device is also compatible with wireless
charging devices approved by Samsung, which are sold
separately.

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When to Charge the Battery

When the battery is low and only a few minutes of
operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at
regular intervals.

In this condition, your device conserves its remaining
battery power by dimming the screen.

When the battery level becomes too low, the device
automatically turns off.

For a quick check of your battery level:

► View the battery charge indicator located in the

top right corner of your device’s display. Asolid
color ( ) indicates a full charge.

You can also choose to display a percentage
value. Viewing a percentage value can provide a
better idea of the remaining charge on the battery.
For more information, see “Battery” on page166.

Getting Started Assemble Your Device

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Set Up Your Device

Turn Your Device On or Off

The instructions below explain how to turn your device
on or off.

Turn the Device On

To turn the device on:

► Press and hold the Power key until the device

turns on.

Turn the Device Off

To turn the device off:

1. Press and hold the Power key until the
Deviceoptions menu is displayed.

2. Tap Power off, and confirm if prompted.

Getting Started

Reset the Device

If your device stops responding to taps or finger
gestures and you are unable to turn it off, youcan
reset your device.

► Press and hold the Power key and the

Volumedown key at the same time for
morethanseven seconds.

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Set Up Your Device

Initial Set Up

The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome
screen is displayed. It guides you through the basics
of setting up your device.

Follow the prompts to choose a default language,
connect to a Wi-Fi® network, set up accounts, choose
location services, learn about your device’s features,
and more.

Note: Voice Assistant provides voice prompts and
descriptions of items on the screen to improve
accessibility. During setup, you can enable or disable
Voice Assistant by pressing the Home key quickly
threetimes.

Secure Your Device

Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your
device.

Lock the Device

By default, the device locks automatically when the
screen times out.

To lock the device:

► Press the Power key.

Unlock the Device

The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe.

Note: To choose a more secure screen lock,
see “Set a Screen Lock” on page175.

To unlock the device:

► Press the Power key or Home key, and then drag

your finger across the screen.

Getting Started Set Up Your Device

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Set Up Accounts on Your Device

Samsung Account

Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung
content and apps on your device. When you turn on
your device for the first time, set up your existing
Samsung account or create a new Samsung account.

– or –

To create a new Samsung account or set up your
Samsung account on your device at any time,
use Accounts settings. Formore information,
see“Accounts” on page187.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Accounts.

2. Tap Addaccount > Samsungaccount.

Getting Started

Google Account

Your new device uses your Google™ Account to
fully utilize its Android™ features, including Gmail™,
GoogleHangouts™, and the Google Play™ store.

When you turn on your device for the first time, set
up your existing Google Account or create a new
GoogleAccount.

– or –

To create a new Google Account or set up your
Google Account on your device at any time,
use Accounts settings. Formore information,
see“Accounts” on page187.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings
> Accounts.

2. Tap Addaccount > Google.

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Set Up Accounts on Your Device

Know Your Device

Learn some of the key features of
your mobile device, including the
screens and icons, as well as how
to navigate the device and enter
text using the keyboard.

Warning: Please note that a touch screen
responds best to a light touch from the pad
of your finger or a capacitive stylus. Using
excessive force or a metallic object when
pressing on the touch screen may damage
the tempered glass surface and void the
warranty.

Home Screen

The Home screen is the starting point for using your device.

Widget

Status iconsNotification icons

Status bar

Edge screen handle

Home screen indicator

Primary app shortcuts

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App shortcuts

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App folder

Apps list

Home Screen

Home Screen Features

Status icons: Displays information about the

•

device, such as the network signal strength, battery
level, and the time.

Status bar: Displays device status icons (right) and

•

notification icons (left).

Edge screen handle: Reveals the Edge screen.

•

App folder: Groups multiple apps into a folder.

•

Apps list: Allows quick access to all of your

•

applications.

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Primary app shortcuts: Displays these shortcuts

•

on all Home screens.

Home screen indicator: Indicates which

•

Homescreen is currently visible.

App shortcuts: Launches your favorite applications.

•

Widget: Runs as a simple application extension

•

(notashortcut) on a Home screen.

Notification icons: Displays new messages and

•

emails, available software updates, and more.

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Customize your Home screens by adding
application shortcuts, widgets, folders,
andcustom wallpapers.

To access Home screen manager:

► From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

– or –

Touch and hold an empty space on the screen.

Manage Home Screens

Your device comes with multiple Home screens to
hold app shortcuts and widgets. You can add, remove,
change the order of screens, as well as choose a
different main Home screen.

1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2. Use these options to manage screens:

Add a screen: Swipe to the end of the

•

screens, and then tap Add.

Remove a screen: Touch and hold a screen,

•

and then drag it to Remove.

Set a screen as the main Home screen: Tap

•

Main Home screen at the top of a screen.
This screen is displayed when you press the
Home key.

Change the order of screens: Touch

•

and hold a screen, and then drag it to a
newposition.

Flipboard Briefing: Swipe to the left of the

•

screens to find the Flipboard Briefing screen.
To enable or disable this feature, tap On/Off at
the top of the screen.

Know Your Device Home Screen

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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 a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2. Tap Wallpapers to customize.

For more information, see “Display and Wallpaper” on

page154.

To access Wallpaper settings:

► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >

Display and wallpaper > Wallpaper.

Widgets

Widgets are simple application extensions that
run on a Homescreen. There are many kinds
of widgets, including links to a specific contact,
Internet bookmarks, Gmail and email accounts, and
manyothers.

Add a Widget to a Home Screen

You can add a widget to a Home screen.

1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2. Tap Widgets.

3. Touch and hold a widget, drag it to a Homescreen,
and release it.

Remove a Widget

You can remove a widget that you added to a Home
screen.

1. From a Home screen, touch and hold a widget to
releaseit.

2. Drag the widget to Remove and releaseit.

Note: Removing a widget does not delete the widget, it
just removes the widget from the Home screen.

Know Your Device Home Screen

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Themes

Set visual themes for all system screens and icons on
your device.

1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2. Tap Themes to customize.

For more information, see “Themes” on page172.

To access Theme settings:

► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings

> Themes.

Screen Grid

Change the number of icons that can be placed on
each Home screen by changing the Screen grid
dimensions.

1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.

2. Tap Screen grid.

3. Tap a dimension option (4 x 4, 4 x 5, or 5 x 5) to
preview its appearance. The numbers indicate how
many icons can be placed horizontally by how
many icons can be placed vertically.

4. Tap Apply to apply the selected dimensions.

App Shortcuts

You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any
Home screen.

Add a Shortcut to a Home Screen

You can add a shortcut to a Home screen.

1. From a Home screen, tap Apps.

2. Touch and hold an app shortcut, drag it to a Home
screen, and then release it.

Know Your Device Home Screen

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Remove a Shortcut

You can remove a shortcut that you added to a Home
screen.

1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to releaseit.

2. Drag the app shortcut to Remove and
releaseit.

Note: Removing a shortcut does not delete the app, it
just removes the shortcut from the Home screen.

Folders

Place folders on a Home screen to organize items.

Create a Folder

You can create an app folder on a Home screen.

1. From a Home screen, touch and hold an app
shortcut and drag it on top of another app shortcut
until a highlighted box appears.

2. Release the app shortcut to create the folder.

Enter folder name: Enter a name for the

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folder.

Palette: Change the color.

•

Add application: Place more apps in the

•

folder. Tap apps to select them, and then tap
Add.

3. Tap anywhere outside of the folder to close it.

To add more apps, touch and hold an app

•

shortcut and drag it to the folder.

Remove a Folder from a Home Screen

You can remove a folder that you added to a
Homescreen.

1. Touch and hold the folder until it detaches.

2. Drag the folder to Remove and release it.

Know Your Device Home Screen

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Status Bar

The Status bar at the top of the Home
screen provides device information (such as
network status, battery charge, and time) on
the right side and notification alerts on the
left.

Status Icons

Battery full: Battery is fully charged.

Battery low: Battery is low.

Battery charging: Batter y is charging.

Vibrate mode: Vibrate mode is enabled.

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Mute mode: Mute mode is enabled.

4G LTE active: The device is connected to a

4GLTE wireless network.

Signal strength: Cellular network signal
strength.

Network not available: No wireless network
is available.

Wi-Fi active: Wi-Fi is active.

Wi-Fi available: A Wi-Fi network is available.

NFC enabled: NFC (Near Field

Communication) is enabled.

Status Bar

Notification Icons

Missed call: A call has been missed.

Notification Icons

File upload in progress: File is being

uploaded or sent.

Call in progress: A call is in progress.

Call on hold: A call is on hold.

New email: New email has arrived.

New Gmail: New Gmail has arrived.

New voicemail: New voicemail message has

been received.

New message: New text or multimedia
message has arrived.

File download in progress: Download of a
file or app is in progress.

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GPS active: Location service (GPS) is active
and acquiring a signal.

App updates available: App updates are
available from the Google Play store.

App updates complete: App installation or
updates are complete.