Samsung SM-G928G User manual

SMARTPHONE
User Manual
Please read this manual before operating your device
and keep it for future reference.
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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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Legal Information
Important legal information can be accessed in writing 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. 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 at samsung.com.
The online version of the Health/Safety and Warranty guide for your device can be found at:
English
samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide
Spanish
samsung.com/us/Legal/Phone-HSGuide -SP
Location of Legal Information on the device:
Health and Safety Information Settings > About phone > Legal information > Samsung legal > Health and Safety.
Warranty Settings > About phone > Legal information > Samsung legal > Warranty
EULA Settings > About phone > Legal information > Samsung legal > End User License Agreement
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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 .........................................................................20
Navigation .........................................................................22
Edge Screen.....................................................................25
Notification Panel ............................................................30
Multi Window ....................................................................33
Enter Text ..........................................................................36
Calling .................................................................................40
Phone Screen ..................................................................41
Make and Answer Calls .................................................44
Speed Dial ........................................................................49
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Emergency Calls .............................................................51
Set Up and Access Voicemail ......................................52
Applications ....................................................................53
Apps List ...........................................................................54
Google Apps ....................................................................58
Verizon ...............................................................................62
Additional Apps ...............................................................65
Calculator ..........................................................................67
Calendar ...........................................................................68
Camera and Video ..........................................................70
Clock .................................................................................77
Contacts ............................................................................80
Email ..................................................................................87
Emergency Alerts ............................................................91
Gallery ...............................................................................92
Message+ .........................................................................95
Memo ................................................................................98
Messages ...................................................................... 100
Music Player .................................................................. 104
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My Files .......................................................................... 107
S Health ......................................................................... 110
S Voice ........................................................................... 113
Video Player .................................................................. 114
Voice Recorder .............................................................117
Settings .......................................................................... 119
How to Use Settings .................................................... 120
Airplane Mode .............................................................. 122
Wi-Fi ................................................................................ 123
Bluetooth ........................................................................ 127
Data Usage ................................................................... 130
Mobile Networks ........................................................... 131
Advanced Calling ......................................................... 132
More Settings ................................................................ 133
Sound and Notification ................................................ 141
Display and Wallpaper ................................................ 147
Edge Screen..................................................................151
Motions and Gestures ................................................. 153
Storage ........................................................................... 154
Battery ............................................................................ 155
Applications ................................................................... 156
NFC and Payment ........................................................ 160
Themes .......................................................................... 162
Location ......................................................................... 163
Lock Screen and Security .......................................... 165
Privacy and Safety ....................................................... 172
Easy Mode ..................................................................... 174
Accounts ........................................................................ 175
Language and Input Settings ..................................... 177
Backup and Reset ....................................................... 181
Date and Time .............................................................. 183
Accessibility .................................................................. 184
Help ................................................................................ 188
About Phone ................................................................. 189
System Updates ........................................................... 190
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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

LED indicator
Volume keys
EarpieceProximity sensor
Front camera
Power key
Getting Started
Recent apps
Home key
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Back
Front View
Back: Return to the previous screen or close a
dialog box, menu, or keyboard.
Earpiece: Listen to a call.
Front camera: Take self-portraits and record
videos of yourself.
Home key: Return to the Home screen. Activate the
Fingerprint security feature.
LED indicator: Light up the LED indicator when
charging, voice recording, or receiving notifications.
Power key: Lock or wake up the screen. Press and
hold to turn the device off or restart it, or for quick access to Airplane Mode and Emergency Mode.
Proximity sensor: Detect the presence of objects
near the device.
Recent apps: Display recent apps or touch and
hold for Home screen options.
Volume keys: Adjust the volume of your device’s
sounds and audio.
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Back View

SIM card tray
Getting Started
Rear camera
Speaker
USB charger/Accessory port
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Flash
Heart rate sensor
Headset jack
Microphone
Back View
Flash: Illuminate subjects in low-light environments
when taking a photo or recording video.
Headset jack: Connect an optional headset
(notincluded).
Heart rate sensor: Measure your heart rate via
your fingertip when using the S Health app.
Microphone: Record audio and detects voice
commands.
Rear camera: Take pictures and record videos.
SIM card tray: Store the SIM card. For more
information, see “Install the SIM Card” on
page6.
Speaker: Play music and other sounds.
USB charger/Accessory port: Connect the
Charger/USB cable (included) and other optional accessories (not included) .
Getting Started Back View
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Assemble Your Device

This section helps you to assemble your device.
Install the SIM Card
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, your SIM card will be loaded with your subscription details, such as your 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 slot.
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1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the SIM tray, and push until the tray pops out.
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2. Place the SIM card on the tray, and slide the tray back into the slot.
Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face
down into the device and that the card is positioned as shown.
Caution: If the card is not inserted correctly, the device will not detect the SIM card. Re-orient the card and place it back into the slot if the SIM is notdetected.
Charge the Battery
Note: For fastest charging times, use the Adaptive Fast Charging charger that came with your phone. This charger provides faster charging only when connected to devices that support Adaptive FastCharging.
1. Insert the USB cable into the port.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.
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3. When charging is complete, unplug the charging head from the outlet and remove the USB cable from the device.
Note: This device is also compatible with Samsung­approved wireless charging devices--sold separately.
Caution: Use only Samsung-approved charging devices. Samsung accessories are designed to maximize battery life. Using other accessories may invalidate your warranty and may cause damage.
When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is weak 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 upper 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155.
Getting Started Assemble Your Device
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Set Up Your Device

Turn Your Device On or Off
Turn the Device On
► Press and hold the Power key until the device
vibrates and starts up.
Turn the Device Off
1. Press and hold the Power key until the device vibrates and the Device options menu displays.
2. Tap Power off > POWER OFF.
Getting Started
Reset the Device
Should your device stop 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.
Configure Your Phone
When you first turn on your phone, you will need to set up a few things.
1. As each screen is displayed, follow the instructions on each screen to set up that particular feature.
2. Tap NEXT, SKIP, or LATER to progress to the next screen.
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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.
► To unlock your device, press the Power key or
Home key, and then drag your finger across the screen.
Set Up a Secure Screen Lock
The default Screen lock is Swipe which offers no security. To choose a more secure screen lock, see
“Set a Screen Lock” on page165.
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Set Up Accounts on Your Device

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175.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Accounts > Add account > Google.
Getting Started
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175.
► From a Home screen, tap Apps > Settings >
Accounts > Add account > Samsungaccount.
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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 non-metallic 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

Home screen indicator
Status iconsNotification icons
Status bar
Edge screen handle
Widget
Apps folder
Know Your Device
App shortcuts
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Apps list
Home Screen
App shortcuts: Shortcuts to your favorite apps.
Apps folder: For your convenience, there are
several apps that are grouped into a folder on the main Home screen.
Apps list: Allows quick access to all of your apps.
Edge screen handle: Set important contacts for
custom notifications on the Edge screen.
Home screen indicator: Indicates which
Homescreen is presently displayed. Swipe across the screen to the right to open Flipboard
Notification icons: Display new messages and
emails, notifications, available software updates, and so on.
Status bar: Displays device status icons (right) and
notification icons (left).
Status icons: Display information about the device,
such as the network signal strength, batter y level, the time, and more.
Widget: Self-contained app that runs on the Home
screen (not shortcuts) .
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The Home screen is the starting point for using your device.
Customize your Home screen by adding app shortcuts, widgets, folders, andusing 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 apps and widgets. You can rearrange the Home screens in a different order.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
2. Use these options to manage screens:
Add a screen: Scroll to the end of the screens,
and then tap Add.
Remove a screen: Touch and hold on 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 displays when you press the Homekey.
Change the order of screens: Touch and hold
on a screen, and then drag it to a new position.
Flipboard Briefing: Scroll to the left of the
screens to find the Flipboard Briefing screen. To activate this feature, tap the check box at the top center of the 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.
To access Wallpaper settings:
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
2. Tap Wallpapers.
– or –
► From a Home screen, tap
Display and wallpaper > Wallpaper.
For more information, see
“Display and Wallpaper” on page147 in Settings.
Apps > Settings >
Widgets
Widgets are self-contained apps that run on a Homescreen. There are all 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
1. Touch and hold an empty space on the screen, and then tap Widgets.
2. Touch and hold a widget, drag it to a Homescreen, and then release it.
Remove a Widget
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.
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Themes
Set visual themes for all system screens and icons on your phone.
1. From a Home screen, pinch the screen.
2. Tap Themes.
For more information, see “Themes” on page162 in Settings.
To access Theme settings:
► From a Home screen, tap
> Themes.
Apps > Settings
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.
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App Shortcuts
You can use app shortcuts to launch an app from any Home screen.
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.
Delete a Shortcut
1. Touch and hold an app shortcut to releaseit.
2. Drag the app shortcut to Remove and releaseit.
Note: Deleting 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 app folder on a Home screen.
1. Touch and hold an app shortcut and drag it on top of another app until a highlighted box appears.
2. Release the app shortcut to create the folder.
Tap Enter folder name to enter a name for the
folder.
Tap Palette to change the color.
3. Tap anywhere outside of the folder to close it.
To add more apps, touch an hold an app icon
and drag it to the folder.
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Manage Folders
Add an app: Touch an hold the app shortcut, and
then and drag it on top of the folder and release it.
Delete an app: Tap the folder to open it. Touch
and hold the app shortcut, and then drag it to
Remove and release it.
Remove a Folder from a Home Screen
1. Touch and hold the folder until it detaches.
2. Drag the folder to Remove and release it.
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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 side.
Status Icons
Battery is fully charged.
Battery is low.
Battery is charging.
Vibrate mode is enabled.
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Mute mode is enabled.
The device is connected to a 4G LTE wireless network.
Signal strength.
Wi-Fi is active.
No wireless network is available.
NFC (Near-Field Communication) is enabled.
Status Bar
Notification Icons
Notification Icons
Missed call.
Call in progress.
Call is using speakerphone.
New email has arrived.
New Gmail has arrived.
New voicemail message has been received.
New text or multimedia message has arrived.
Download of a file or app is in progress.
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File is being uploaded or sent.
Location service (GPS) is active.
App updates are available from the GooglePlay store.
App updates are complete.
Keyboard is in use.

Navigation

Learn the basics for how to navigate through your device, and basics for how to customize screens by editing, sharing, and deleting items.
Touchscreen Navigation
Use the following motions and gestures on your touchscreen to navigate the device.
Tap
Lightly tap items to select or launch them.
Tap the keyboard to enter characters ortext.
Tap an item to select it.
Tap an app shortcut to launch the app.
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Touch and Hold
Touch and hold displayed items to activate them.
Touch and hold a widget on the Home screen to
move it.
Touch and hold a field to display a pop-up menu of
options.
Swipe
Lightly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.
Swipe the screen to unlock the device.
Swipe the screen to scroll through the
Homescreens or menu options.
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