Huawei Union User Guide Huawei Union Manual

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Table of Contents
Introduction

About the User Guide

Access Instructions on Phone

Launch the Guide
Get Started

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Parts and Functions

SIM Card

SD Card

Insert SD Card

Remove SD Card

Format SD Card

Battery Use
Insert the Battery

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Remove the Battery

Charge the Battery

Turn Your Phone On and Off

Use the Touchscreen

Activation and Service

Complete the Setup Screens

Basic Operations

Basics

Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List

Phone Settings Menu

Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation

Capture Screenshots

Applications

Launch Applications

Apps List

Phone Number

Silent Mode/Airplane Mode

Silent Mode

Airplane Mode

Enter Text

Touchscreen Keyboards

Android Keyboard

Tips for Editing Text
Google Account

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Create a Google Account

Google Play Store

Find and Install an App

Request a Refund for a Paid App

Update an App

Uninstall an App

Get Help with Google Play

Lock and Unlock Your Screen

Update Your Phone

Update Your Phone Software

Update Your Profile

Update Your PRL

Your Phone Interface
Home Screen Basics

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Home Screen Layout

Extended Home Screens

Status Bar and Notification Panel

Status Bar

Notification Panel

Customize the Home Screen

Change the Wallpaper

Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen

Add Widgets to the Home Screen

Create a Folder

Phone App
Place and Answer Calls

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Call Using the Phone Dialer

Call Emergency Numbers

Answer Phone Calls

In-Call Screen Layout and Operations

Place a Call from Contacts

Call from Call Logs

Optional Services

Voicemail Setup

Visual Voicemail

Set Up Visual Voicemail

Review Visual Voicemail

Listen to Multiple Voicemail Messages

Visual Voicemail Options

Configure Visual Voicemail Settings

Caller ID Blocking

Call Waiting

Conference Calling

Call Forwarding

Call Settings

Access Call Settings

Call Settings Options

TTY Mode

Contacts

Add a Contact

Save a Phone Number

View Contacts

Edit a Contact

Delete a Contact

Share a Contact

Import Contacts

Back Up Contacts

Messaging and Internet

Text and Multimedia Messaging

Send a Text Message

Send a Multimedia Message (MMS)

Save and Resume a Draft Message

New Messages Notification

Manage Message Conversations

Text and MMS Options

Gmail

Create and Send a Gmail Message

Gmail Composition Options

Check Received Gmail Messages

Use Gmail Labels

Archive Gmail Threads

Mute Gmail Threads

Delete Gmail Threads

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Search Gmail Messages

Report Spam or Phishing Gmail

Add Another Google (Gmail) Account

Switching Between Gmail Accounts

Set Up an Email Account

Add an Email Account

Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account

Compose and Send Email

Check Your Email

Options When Reviewing Email Messages

Delete an Email Account

Manage Your Email Inbox

Browser

Use the Browser

Browser Settings

Add a Bookmark

View Browser History

Chrome Browser
Camera and Video
Take Pictures and Record Videos

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Take a Picture

Launch the Camera From the Gallery

Capture Modes

Record Videos

View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery

Edit Pictures

Share Pictures and Videos

Send Pictures or Videos by Email

Send a Picture or Video by Multimedia Message

Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth

Share Pictures and Videos on Facebook

Share Pictures on Flickr

Share Pictures on Picasa

Share Videos on YouTube

Camera Settings
Apps and Features
Navigation Apps

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Google Maps

Hangouts

Google Search

Calculator

Calendar

Add an Event to the Calendar

View Calendar Events

Sync Calendars

Synchronize an Exchange ActiveSync Calendar

Clock

Set Alarms

Additional Clock Features

Safe

Backup

Phone Manager

YouTube

View YouTube Videos

Post a Video to YouTube

Google Play Music App

Play Music with Google Play

Google Play Music Screen Layout

Create Playlists in Google Play Music

Notepad
Connectivity
Transfer Files between Your Phone and a Computer

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File Transfer Tips

Transfer Files between the Phone and a Computer

Wi-Fi

Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network

Wi-Fi Settings

Disconnect Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi Direct

Bluetooth

Bluetooth Information

Enable the Bluetooth Feature

Pair Bluetooth Devices

Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device

Send Information Using Bluetooth

Receive Data via Bluetooth
Settings

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Basic Settings

Wi-Fi Settings Menu

Bluetooth Settings

Location Access Settings

Data Traffic Management Settings

More Settings

Display Settings

Sound Settings

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Storage Settings

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Battery Settings

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Applications Settings

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Security Settings

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Lock Screen Settings

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Screen Lock

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Disable the Screen Lock

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Language & Input Settings

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Backup and Reset

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Accounts

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Date & Time Settings

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Accessibility Settings

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About Phone

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For Assistance

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Troubleshooting

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Specifications

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Boost Account Information and Help

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Manage Your Account

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Re-Boost

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Index

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Introduction
The following topics describe the basics of using this guide and your new phone.

About the User Guide
Thank you for purchasing your new Huawei Union. The following topics explain how best to use this
guide to get the most out of your phone.

Before Using Your Phone
Read the Get Started guide and Important Information booklet that were packaged with your phone
thoroughly for proper usage.
Accessible services may be limited by subscription contract conditions.

Descriptions in the User Guide
Note that most descriptions in this guide are based on your phone's setup at the time of purchase.
Unless otherwise noted, instructions begin from the phone's home screen, which is displayed by
tapping

. Some operation descriptions may be simplified.

Screenshots and Key Labels
Screenshots and other illustrations in this user guide may appear differently on your phone. Key
labels in the user guide are simplified for description purposes and differ from your phone's display.

Other Notations
In the user guide, the phone may be referred to either as "phone," "device," or "handset." A
microSD™ or microSDHC™ card is referred to as an "SD Card" or a "memory card."

Access Instructions on Phone
These topics will help you find help on your new phone and will introduce the basics of using your
phone's touchscreen if you are a new user.

Launch the Guide
For the full user guide, go to http://devicehelp.boostmobile.com/ and search for HUAWEI Union.

Introduction

Get Started
The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone and wireless service
the first time.

Parts and Functions
These topics illustrate your phone’s primary parts and key functions.
Note: Your phone's screens and apps layouts are subject to change. This user guide uses sample
images only.

Phone Layout
The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary external features and keys.
Note: Before you start, remove the TP protective film.

Part

Description

Status indicator

Displays a phone notification, charging status, or alert.

Touchscreen

Displays all the information needed to operate your phone, such as the
call status, the Contacts list, and the date and time. Also provides onetap access to all of your features and applications.

Get Started

Part
Home key
Back key
Recent apps key

Description
Returns you to the Home screen.
Lets you return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options
menu, the Notifications panel, or onscreen keyboard.
Displays a list of recently used applications.

Power key

Lets you turn the phone on or off or turn the screen on or off, or switch
your phone to silent mode, vibration mode, or airplane mode.

Volume key

Allows you to adjust the ringtone or media volume or adjust the voice
volume during a call.

Light sensor

Detects how close an object is to the surface of the screen. This is
typically used to detect when your face is pressed up against the
screen, such as during a phone call.
While talking on the phone, the sensor detects talk activity and locks
the keypad to prevent accidental key presses.

Earpiece

Lets you hear the caller and automated prompts.

Headset jack

Allows you to plug in either a stereo headset or an optional headset for
convenient, hands-free conversations.

Camera

Lets you take pictures and videos.

Speaker

Lets you hear the different ringtones and sounds. The speaker also lets
you hear the caller’s voice in speakerphone mode.

Microphone

Transmits your voice for phone calls or records your voice or ambient
sounds for voice recordings and videos.

Micro USB port

Allows you to connect the phone charger or the USB cable (included).

CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone.

SIM Card
The SIM card is an IC card containing phone number and other customer information.

Handling a SIM Card
Keep the following in mind when handling a SIM card.
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Customer is responsible for any damage caused by inserting SIM card in another-brand IC card
reader, etc. The company is not responsible in such case.

Always keep the IC chip clean.

Wipe clean with a dry, soft cloth.

Avoid applying labels. May damage SIM card.

See instructions included with SIM card for handling.

SIM card is the property of the company.

Get Started

SIM card is replaceable (at cost) in case of loss/damage.

Return SIM card to the company when cancelling subscription.

Returned SIM cards are recycled for environmental purposes.

Note that SIM card specifications and performance may change without notice.

It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of information that is stored on SIM card. The
company is not responsible for damages from stored information that is lost.
Always follow emergency procedures to suspend service if your SIM card or phone (SIM card
inserted) is lost/stolen. For details, contact Customer Service.
Always power off phone before inserting/removing SIM card.

Insert a SIM Card
Follow these instructions to insert a SIM card. Remember to power off your phone before inserting
a SIM card.
Note: Your phone’s SIM card is preinstalled. These instructions are for reference only.
1. Remove the battery cover.

Lift gently in the direction shown.

2. Insert a SIM card.

Insert gently with gold IC chip facing downward.

Get Started

3. Insert the battery.

Angle the edge labeled a (with the contacts) into the bottom end of the battery
compartment.
Push the edge labeled b into the compartment until the battery clicks firmly into place.

4. Attach the battery cover.

Make sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover.

SD Card
Your phone supports the use of an optional SD card (not included) to expand its storage capacity. It
supports cards up to 32 GB. Some cards may not operate properly with your phone.
SD Card Cautions
Data: Information stored on SD Card can become lost or changed accidently or as a result of
damage. It is recommended that you keep a separate copy of important data. The company is
not responsible for damages from data that is lost or changed.
Reading/Writing Data: Never power off or remove battery while reading or writing data.
Battery Level: A low battery charge may prevent reading/writing to SD Card.
Handling SD Card: Use/store SD Cards away from the reach of infants. May cause choking if
swallowed.

Insert SD Card
Follow these steps to insert an optional SD card (not included). Make sure to power your phone off
before inserting or removing a SD card.

Get Started

1. Remove the battery cover.

Lift gently in the direction shown.

2. Insert a SD card.

Insert SD Card all the way gently without bending and with terminals facing down.

Insert only SD Cards.

3. Insert the battery.

Angle the edge labeled a (with the contacts) into the bottom end of the battery
compartment.

Get Started

Push the edge labeled b into the compartment until the battery clicks firmly into place.

Make sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover.

Remove SD Card
Follow these instructions to remove an SD card. Always power the phone off before inserting or
removing an SD card.
1. Remove the battery cover.

Lift gently in the direction shown.

2. Remove the battery.

Lift upward gently as shown.

Get Started

3. Remove the SD card.

4. Insert the battery.

Angle the edge labeled a (with the contacts) into the bottom end of the battery
compartment.
Push the edge labeled b into the compartment until the battery clicks firmly into place.

5. Attach the battery cover.

Make sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover.

Format SD Card
When you insert an optional SD card for the first time, it is recommended that you format it on your
phone.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Storage > My SD card > Erase SD card.
3. Tap Erase SD card again.
4. Tap Erase everything to confirm.
Get Started

All data on the SD card is erased, and the card is formatted for use on your phone.

Battery Use
The following topics explain how to insert and remove your phone’s battery.
Battery Cautions
Storage: Avoid storing or leaving battery with no charge remaining. Saved information and
settings may become lost or changed, or battery may become unusable. Charge once every six
months before storing or leaving unused for a long period.
Bulges: Depending on use, bulges may appear near end of battery life. This does not affect
safety.
Replacing Battery: The battery is a consumable item. It needs to be replaced if operating time
shortens noticeably. Purchase a new battery.
Cleaning: Clean soiled terminals between battery and phone with a clean, dry cotton swab.
Soiled terminals can result in a poor connection and prevent charging, etc.

Insert the Battery
Follow these instructions to insert your phone’s battery safely and properly.
1. Remove the battery cover.

Lift gently in the direction shown.

2. Insert the battery.

Align the contacts of the battery with the contacts in the phone.

Get Started

3. Attach the battery cover.

Make sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover.

Remove the Battery
Follow these instructions to remove your phone’s battery. Always power the phone off before
removing the battery.
1. Remove the battery cover.

Lift gently in the direction shown.

2. Remove the battery.

Lift upward gently as shown.

Get Started

3. Attach the battery cover.

Make sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover.

Charge the Battery
Follow these instructions to charge your phone’s battery using either the included AC adapter or via
a USB connection on your computer.

Charge Using the AC Adapter
1. Plug the USB connector into the charger/accessory jack on the bottom of your phone.

2. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the AC adapter.
3. Plug the AC adapter into an electrical outlet.
The indicator light illuminates when charging starts. The light turns green when the battery is
almost full or already full.
4. After charging, disconnect the phone from the charger.
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Unplug the AC adapter from the outlet, and remove the USB cable from the phone and the
AC adapter.

Charge Using a PC Connection
Before using a PC connection to charge your phone, ensure that the computer is turned on.
Depending on the type of connection, your phone’s battery may not charge.
1. Insert the small end of the USB cord into the charger/accessory jack on the bottom of your
phone.

Get Started

2. Insert the large end of the USB cord into an external USB port on your computer.
3. After charging, remove the USB cable from both the phone and the computer.

Turn Your Phone On and Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your phone on and off.

Turn Your Phone On
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Press and hold the Power/Lock button.
Your phone will power on. Depending on the settings, you may see the lock screen.
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See Lock and Unlock Your Screen and Screen Lock for information about using the screen
lock.
The first time you turn the phone on, you will see the startup screens. See Complete the
Setup Screens for details.
If your phone is not yet activated, see Activation and Service for more information.

Turn Your Phone Off
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock button to open the phone options menu.
2. Tap Power off to turn the phone off.
Your phone will power off.
Your screen remains blank while your phone is off (unless the battery is charging).

Get Started

Use the Touchscreen
Your phone’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures.

Tap or Touch
When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select items onscreen such as application and
settings icons, or press onscreen buttons, simply tap or touch 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.

Get Started

Swipe or Slide
To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen.

Drag
To drag, press 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.

Get Started

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.

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.)

Activation and Service
Before using your phone, you must set up your service with Boost Mobile. You will need your
phone’s serial number (MEID), printed on a sticker inside the battery compartment.
For more information about your Boost Mobile account, see Boost Account Information and Help.

Get Started

Create Your Account and Pick Your Plan
Set up your Boost Mobile account.
1. From your computer, visit boostmobile.com/activate.
2. Enter your phone’s MEID and click start activation process.
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Your phone’s MEID (serial number) is 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.

3. Follow the remaining instructions to choose your plan and select a payment method.
4. Follow the activation instructions below and you’ll be able to start using your phone.
Note: You can also activate by phone by calling 1-888-BOOST-4U (1-888-266-7848) from any
other phone.

Activate Your Phone
After setting up your account on boostmobile.com, simply turn your device on. Your device is
designed to activate automatically. If you are swapping from another Boost 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.
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From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Activate this device.

Complete the Setup Screens
The setup screens help you set up certain features and preferences on your phone. Once your
phone has been turned on, you will see a Welcome message. You can then complete the setup
process.
Note: You may be able to complete the setup screens before your phone has been activated on
your account.
1. From the Welcome screen, select a language and tap Next to get started.
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To skip any section, tap Next or Skip.

Note: On the Welcome screen, there may also be an Accessibility button. If you are visually
impaired or hard of hearing, tap Accessibility to change the accessibility settings.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete each section. For each topic, you will have the
option to skip it and continue to the next screen.

Get Started

Wi-Fi® – If prompted, follow the prompts to sign in to an available Wi-Fi network. For
secured Wi-Fi networks, you will need to enter a password. See Wi-Fi for more details.
Google (Add your account) – Tap Enter your email and complete the steps to sign in to
your current Google Account, or tap Or create a new account to set up a new Google
Account. Tap Skip to skip Google setup. The following options may apply depending on
your selection:
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Enter your email – Enter your Gmail address and password and tap Accept to agree
to the terms of service and privacy policy and sign in to your current Google Account.

Or create a new account – Follow the instructions to sign up for a new Google
Account. There will be screens to enter your first and last names, create an email
address (Gmail), create a password, enter recovery information (including a backup
email address and recovery question), an option to join Google+, and an option to
enable purchases from the Google Play store app. Tap Next between each screen.

Set up payment info – Select billing options for purchases made through Google Play.
Select Remind me later to skip this step.

Get your apps & data – If you are using a Google Account you had set up on a
previous Android device, you can choose to use that device's backup information to
restore backed-up apps, data, system settings, Wi-Fi passwords, etc., from the previous
device to your new phone. Tap Set up as a new device to skip this step.

Google services – Select your Google location and service options and then tap Next.

Terms and Conditions – Read any applicable End User License Agreements or Terms
and Conditions for using your phone, and tap Agree to continue.
Personalize your phone – If applicable, enter your first and last name and tap Next. This
information is used by the phone to personalize certain apps.

3. Tap Finish. Your setup is now complete. Follow the onscreen instructions to learn about basic
tap menu navigation, view tutorials, or just get started.
Your phone is now set up for use. If you skipped any part of the setup, you can access
additional options through the Apps screen or through Settings.
Note: You do not need to sign up for a Google Account to use your phone. However, to download
apps from Google Play, you must link your phone to a Google Account.

Get Started

Basic Operations
The following topics outline basic features and operations of your phone.

Basics
The following topics offer an overview of your phone’s basic operations.

Home Screen and Applications (Apps) List
Most of your phone’s operations originate from the home screen or the apps list.
1. From any screen press the Home key
2. Tap Apps

to display the home screen.

to display the apps list.

For information about using the home screen, see Home Screen Basics.

Select Options and Navigate Screens
Tap icons, onscreen keys, and other items to open or activate the assigned function.
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Tap Back

to return to the previous screen.

Recent Applications
You can display a list of recently used applications using the Recent Apps key.
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Tap Recent Apps

to view a list of recently used applications.

Phone Settings Menu
You can customize your phone’s settings and options through the Settings menu.
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From home, tap Apps

> Settings

For more information, see Settings.

Portrait and Landscape Screen Orientation
The default orientation for your phone’s screen is portrait (vertical), but many apps will change to
landscape orientation (widescreen) when you rotate the phone sideways.

Basic Operations

Note: Not all screens will adjust for landscape orientation.

Turn Screen Rotation On or Off
1. Pull down the status bar to display the quick settings menu.
2. Tap Auto-rotate
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to turn the option on or off.

You may need to scroll left or right to see the Screen rotation option.

Note: You can also set the rotation option from the main settings menu. From home, tap Apps
>Settings

> Display > Auto-rotate screen.

Capture Screenshots
You can use your phone’s power and home keys to capture screenshots.
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Press and hold the Power/Lock button and Volume down key at the same time to capture a
screenshot of the current screen.
The current screenshot will be captured and stored in the Screenshots album in the phone’s
Gallery. From home, tap Apps

> Gallery

Applications
The following topics describe how to access the applications (apps) list and launch apps on your
phone.

Launch Applications
All installed apps can be accessed and launched from the apps list.

Basic Operations

1. From home, tap Apps

The apps list opens.
2. Tap and app icon to launch the corresponding application.
The application opens.

Apps List
The apps list expands to include any apps you download and install on your phone. The following
table outlines the primary apps that have been preinstalled on your phone.

App

Function

Dialer

Make and answer calls. Your phone supports smart dialing and dialing from
your contacts list or call log.

Contacts

Manage phone numbers, email addresses, and other contact details. You can
import contacts from your previous phone.

Messaging
Browser
Email
Camera
Gallery
Play Music
Files
Phone Manager
Backup
Calendar
Clock
Notepad
Settings

Send or receive text messages and multimedia messages.
Browse Web pages and manage your bookmarks.
Send or receive emails, and synchronize email accounts.
Take photos or shoot videos.
Browse, manage, or edit photos.
Manage your playlists and play songs.
Manage files and applications on your phone.
Run security scans of your phone, filter harassment calls and messages, set
application access permissions, and optimize the system.
Back up your phone data to prevent data loss.
Manage your personal and work lives on schedule and create event reminders.
Add alarms, view world times, and use timers and stopwatches.
Record your thoughts and other useful information.
Configure your phone settings.

Phone Number
Follow the instructions below to display your phone’s wireless phone number.

Basic Operations

1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> About phone.

2. Tap Status.
You will see the number listed under My phone number.

Silent Mode/Airplane Mode
The following topics explain how to use your phone’s Silent Mode and Airplane Mode settings.

Silent Mode
Silent mode sets your phone’s ringtone, operation sounds, notifications, etc., not to sound to avoid
disturbing others around you.
Note: Camera shutter, video start/stop tones, and certain other sounds may still be active during
silent mode.
To set silent mode:
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock button to display the device options menu.
2. Tap the speaker icon until you see Silent.
Your phone is now in silent mode.
Tip: You can also access silent mode through the status bar menu. Drag the status bar down and
tap the speaker icon until you see Silent

To restore sound settings:
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock button to display the device options menu.
2. Tap the speaker icon until you see Sound.
Your phone’s sound settings are now restored.
Tip: You can also restore sound through the status bar menu. Drag the status bar down and tap the
speaker icon until you see Sound

Airplane Mode
Airplane mode turns off all functions that emit or receive signals, while leaving your phone on so you
can use apps that don’t require a signal or data.
To turn on airplane mode:
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock button to display the device options menu.
2. Tap Airplane mode.

Basic Operations

Your phone is now in airplane mode. You will see the airplane mode icon
bar.

in the status

To turn off airplane mode:
1. Press and hold the Power/Lock button to display the device options menu.
2. Tap Airplane mode.
Your phone’s wireless connection features are now restored.

Enter Text
You can type on your phone using one of the available touchscreen keyboards or Google voice
typing.

Touchscreen Keyboards
Your phone offers you Android keyboard for entering text. The keyboard appear automatically
onscreen when you tap a text entry field, and they can be used in either portrait or landscape mode.
You can also use the Google Voice typing option to enter text using your voice.
Android keyboard lets you use a traditional QWERTY setup to enter text. Additional options
expand your ability to enter text faster and more accurately. See Android Keyboard for details.
Note: Keyboard layouts and options may change depending on where you’re using them. For
example, if you’re entering text to do a Web search, a search icon may be available instead of an
enter key.

Android Keyboard
The Android keyboard offers a traditional QWERTY keyboard setup for entering text by tapping
keys (like on a computer), along with enhancements and options that allow you to enter text faster
and more accurately, such as continuous key input, personalized usage dictionaries, and more.

Basic Operations

Tips for Editing Text
Your phone gives you many options to make entering text easier, including copying, cutting, and
pasting text, using voice-to-text input, customizing the user dictionary, using predictive text, and
more.

Select text: Touch and hold the text to bring up. Then drag or to select more or less text, or tap
Select all to select all text in a text box.

Copy text: Select text and tap Copy.

Cut text: Select text and tap Cut.

Paste text: Touch and hold where you want to insert the text and then tap Paste.

Basic Operations

Google Account
You will need a Google Account to access several phone features such as Gmail, Google Maps,
Hangouts, and Google Play applications. Before you are able to access Google applications, you
must enter your account information. These applications sync between your phone and your online
Google Account.
Google Account Cautions
Be sure not to forget your Google Account ID or password.

Create a Google Account
If you do not already have a Google Account, you can create one online or using your phone.
Note: You can also create and sign into your Google/Gmail account through your phone’s Setup
application.
Note: 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.

Create a Google Account Online
1. From a computer, launch a Web browser and navigate to google.com.
2. On the main page, click Sign-in > Create an account.
3. Follow the onscreen prompts to create your free account.
4. Look for an email from Google in the email box you provided, and respond to the email to
confirm and activate your new account.

Create a Google Account Using Your Phone
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Accounts.

2. Tap Add account.
3. Tap Google and then tap Or create a new account.

Basic Operations

4. Follow the onscreen instructions to create your account.
Note: When setting up a new Google Account, either on your phone or online, you will be prompted
to add a secondary email address. Enter a second Gmail address or any other email address from
which you currently send and receive email. This address is used to authenticate your account
should you ever encounter problems or forget your password. It is strongly encouraged for Android
users so you can regain access to Google services and purchases on your phone.

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

> Accounts.

2. Tap Google.
3. Enter your Gmail username and password, and then tap Next.
4. After your phone connects with the Google servers, select the items you would like to sync with
your phone and then tap Sync now.
You are signed in to your Google Account, and your phone will synchronize the selected
items.

Google Play Store
Google Play™ is the place to go to find new Android apps, books, movies, and music for your
phone. Choose from a wide variety of free and paid content ranging from productivity apps and
games to bestselling books and blockbuster movies and music. When you find what you want, you
can easily download and install it on your phone.
To access the Google Play store app, you must first connect to the Internet using your phone’s WiFi or mobile data connection and sign in to your Google Account. See Browser and Sign In to Your
Google Account for details.
Installing Applications
Many different kinds of applications can be installed on your phone from Google Play (provided
by Google Inc.). The company is not responsible in any way for user-installed applications
(quality, reliability, legality, fitness for a purpose, credibility, accuracy, etc.) or resulting
malfunctions (viruses, etc.).
Important: Our policies often do not apply to third-party applications. Third-party applications may
access your personal information or require us to disclose your customer information to the thirdparty 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-party application’s policies, don’t use
the application.

Basic Operations

Find and Install an App
When you install apps from Google Play 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.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Play Store

2. When you open the Google Play store app for the first time, the Terms of Service window will
appear. Tap Accept to continue.
3. Browse through the categories (Apps, Games, Movies & TV, Music, Books, or
Newsstand), find an item you're interested in, and tap the name.
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Browse through featured apps. Scroll through the list of featured apps when you open
Google Play.
Tap on the Google Play search bar at the top of the screen, enter the name or type of app
you're looking for.

4. Tap an app to read a description about the app and user reviews.
5. Tap INSTALL (for free applications) or the price (for paid applications).
Note: If you have not already done so, you will need to set up a payment method to purchase paid
apps from Google Play.
6. The subsequent screen notifies you whether the app will require access to 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.
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If you have not already set up a payment method, tap CONTINUE and then follow the
prompts to arrange payment and complete the purchase.

The selected app is downloaded and installed on your phone.
Warning: Read the notification carefully! Be especially cautious with applications that have
access to many functions or a significant amount of your data. Once you tap OK on this screen, you
are responsible for the results of using this item on your phone.
Purchasing Applications
Purchase apps at your own risk. The company is not responsible for any disadvantage resulting
for user or third parties.

Request a Refund for a Paid App
If you are not satisfied with an app, you can ask for a refund within 15 minutes of the purchase. Your
credit card is not charged and the app is uninstalled from your phone.
If you change your mind, you can install the app again, but you can’t request a refund a second time.

Basic Operations

1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap

> Play Store

> My Apps.

3. Tap the app to uninstall for a refund. The details screen for the app opens.
4. Tap Refund, and then tap Yes to confirm. Your app is uninstalled and the charge is cancelled.

Update an App
Depending on your settings, many apps will update automatically, or you can update apps directly
from the Play Store app.

Update an App Directly
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap

> Play Store

> My Apps.

3. Tap the app you want to update, and then tap UPDATE > ACCEPT.
The app update is downloaded and installed.

Uninstall an App
You can uninstall any app that you have downloaded and installed from Google Play.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap

> Play Store

> My Apps.

3. On the Installed screen, tap the app you want to uninstall, and then tap UNINSTALL > OK.
The app is uninstalled and removed from your phone.

Get Help with Google Play
The Google Play store app offers an online help option if you have questions or want to know more
about the app.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap

> Play Store

> Help & Feedback.

The Web browser will take you to the Google Play Help Web page, where you will find
comprehensive, categorized information about Google Play.

Basic Operations

Lock and Unlock Your Screen
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
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To quickly turn the screen off, press the Power/Lock button. Pressing the Power/Lock button
again or receiving an incoming call will turn on your phone screen and show the lock screen.

To save battery power, the phone automatically turns off the screen 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 Display Settings.

Turn the Screen On and Unlock It
1. To turn the screen on, press the Power/Lock button.
2. Slide your finger in any direction to unlock the screen.
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If you have set up a screen lock, you will be prompted to draw the pattern or enter the
password or PIN. See Screen Lock.

Update Your Phone
From time to time, updates may become available for your phone. You can download and apply
updates through the Settings > System update menu.
Software Update Cautions
During update: The phone cannot be used until the software update is complete. It may take
time to update your phone’s software.
Signal during update: Update your phone where signal reception is good, and do not change
location during the update process. Make sure the battery is adequately charged before
beginning an update. A weak signal or low battery during an update may cause the update to
fail. An update failure may disable the phone.
Other functions during update: Other phone functions cannot be used during a software
update.

Update Your Phone Software
You can update your phone's software using the System Update option.

Before Updating Your Phone
Updating your phone may result in a loss of saved data depending on the condition of your phone
(malfunctioning, damaged, water seepage, etc.). You must back up all critical information before
updating your phone firmware.

Basic Operations

Back Up All Data Prior to Update
To back up your Gmail information:
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Accounts > Google.

2. Tap the Sync-all to sync your Google Account information.
To back up stored text messages:
1. From home, tap Apps

> Messaging

2. Select the text message from the list to view the message thread.
3. Touch and hold on a portion of the text message from the string. The Message options context
menu appears.
Note: You can back up stored text messages by forwarding them to your own phone number. Open
the messages after you have updated your firmware.
4. Tap Forward.
5. Enter your phone number and tap Send.
To back up your Google apps:
Your Google app purchases are reloaded remotely and can be re-installed after the update is
applied.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap

> Play Store

> My Apps > ALL tab.

3. Scroll through the list of previously downloaded Google apps and choose those you wish to
reinstall.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions.
As an added precaution, to preserve any data on your SD card, please unmount it from your phone
prior to starting the update process. From home, tap Apps
Unmount SD card.

> Settings

> Storage >

Update Your Phone’s Software
Once you have backed up all your data, use the Update now option to update your phone’s
software.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> System update.

2. Tap Update Huawei software.

Basic Operations

Your phone automatically downloads and installs any available updates. You may be required
to power your phone off and back on to complete the software upgrade.

Confirm Your Current Phone Firmware
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> System update > Update firmware.

2. Follow the onscreen instructions.

Update Your Profile
This option allows you to automatically update your online user profile information. If you choose to
change your user name and select a new one online, you must then update the user name on your
phone.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> System update > Update profile.

2. Follow the onscreen instructions.
The phone will download and install the profile update and you will see a confirmation when
complete.
Note: If your data services or account syncing ever seems to go out unexpectedly, use this feature
to reconnect with the network.

Update Your PRL
This option allows you to download and update the PRL (preferred roaming list) automatically.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> System update > Update PRL.

2. Follow the onscreen instructions.
The phone will download and install the PRL update and you will see a confirmation when
complete.

Basic Operations

Your Phone Interface
The following topics describe how to use and customize your phone’s home screen, understand the
status bar, and use the notifications window.

Home Screen Basics
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.

Home Screen Layout
Your home screen extends beyond the initial screen. Swipe the screen left or right to display
additional screens.

Item

Description

Notification Area

The notification area of the Status Bar (on the left) displays notifications for
incoming messages, missed calls, application updates, and more.

Status Area

The status area of the Status Bar (on the right) displays phone and service
status information such as signal strength, battery status, Wi-Fi and data
connectivity, ringer status, and time.

Status bar

The status bar displays icons to notify you of your phone’s status (on the right
side) and notifications (on the left side).

Widget

Widgets are self-contained onscreen apps that reside on your phone’s home
screen.

Your Phone Interface

Item

Description

Application icons

Application icons are shortcuts to favorite applications. You can add and
remove these shortcuts as you wish.

Primary shortcuts

Primary shortcuts are application shortcuts that appear in the same location on
all of your phone’s home screens. These are customizable except for the
Applications (Apps) shortcut, which remains static.

Applications (Apps) list Tap to open the applications (apps) list. The apps list key is a primary shortcut
available from all home screens.
key

Note: Your phone’s home screens cycle through so that you can keep swiping in one direction and
make it back to the main home screen. The small circles above the primary shortcuts let you know
your current screen position.
Tip: Tap Home

to return to the main home screen from any other screen.

Extended Home Screens
In addition to the main home screen, your phone features extended home screens to provide more
space for adding icons, widgets, and more. Press Home
to display the main home screen and
then slide the screen right or left to move from the main screen to an extended screen.

Status Bar and Notification Panel
Your phone’s status and notifications are available at a glance at the top of the screen.

Status Bar
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 the notification panel or access the quick settings
menu, pull down the status bar from the top of the screen.

Main Status Icons
Icon

Status
Bluetooth® active
GPS active
Wi-Fi active
Downloading
Vibrate
Network (full signal)

Your Phone Interface

Icon

Status
No SIM card found
Network (roaming)
4G LTE data service
3G (data service)
Airplane mode
Sync active
Alarm set
Battery (charging)
Battery (full charge)

Main Notification Icons
Icon

Notification
Missed call
New voicemail
New email
New Gmail
New text or MMS message
Wi-Fi network available
Connected to a Wi-Fi network
Uploading data
Downloading data
Upcoming events
USB connection
Phone memory full
Sign-in or synchronization problem
Synchronizing data

Your Phone Interface

Icon

Notification
Synchronization failed
Portable Wi-Fi hotspot on
More notifications
Headset plugged in
USB debugging mode enabled

Notification Panel
Your phone’s notifications appear at the left side of the status bar, and you can access the full
notification panel by pulling down the status bar. From there, you can check notifications, download
updates, open messaging apps, use the quick settings menu, and more.

Open the Notification Panel
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Pull down the status bar. (Slide your finger down from the top of the screen.)
The notification panel opens. To check notifications, tap an item in the list.

Close the Notification Panel
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Slide the notification panel up. (Slide your finger up from the bottom of the screen.)

Tap Back

to close the notification panel.

Notification Panel Layout
The notification panel gives you access both to notifications and the quick settings menu.
Swipe down from the status bar to open the notification panel. Swipe left or right to switch between
the notification and shortcut tabs.

Customize the Home Screen
Learn how to set the wallpaper and add, move, or remove shortcuts, widgets, and folders from the
home screen.

Operations for Rearranging the Home Screen
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Moving Widgets and Icons: From home, touch and hold an item and then drag it to the
desired location.
Deleting Widgets and Icons: From home, touch and hold an item and then drag it to Remove
.

Change the Wallpaper
Select and assign your phone’s background wallpaper.
Your Phone Interface

1. From home, touch and hold an empty space, and then tap WALLPAPERS.
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You can also access the wallpaper menu through settings. Tap Apps
Display > Wallpaper.

> Settings

2. Tap an option to select the wallpaper.
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Home screen to set the background wallpaper for your home screen. Select from Gallery,
Wallpapers, or Live Wallpapers.
Lock screen to set the wallpaper for your phone’s lock screen. Select from Gallery or
Wallpapers.
Tap Random change switch to make the home screen wallpaper change automatically at
periodic intervals.

Note: If you select Gallery, you will need to select an album and a picture. Once selected, use the
crop tool to resize and position the image and then tap Done.

Add Shortcuts to the Home Screen
You can add shortcuts for quick access to favorite apps from the home screen.
1. From home, tap Apps

2. Touch and hold an app icon.
3. Drag the icon to an empty location on one of the home screens.
The shortcut is added to the home screen.

Add Widgets to the Home Screen
You can add widgets to your phone’s home screen. 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, touch and hold an empty space until the phone vibrates.
2. Tap WIDGETS.
3. Touch and hold a widget icon.
The icon will disengage and you will see thumbnails of your home screens.
4. Drag the icon to an empty location on one of the home screens.
The widget is added to the home screen.

Create a Folder
You can group home screen shortcuts into folders for convenient access.

Your Phone Interface

Drag an icon on top of another icon to create a folder containing both applications.

Note: To rename the folder, open the folder and then touch and hold the folder name.

Your Phone Interface

Phone App
The following topics outline the use of your device’s phone app to place and receive calls, use
voicemail, set up and manage contacts, and more.

Place and Answer Calls
The following topics describe how to directly dial calls, how to answer incoming calls, and how to
use the in-call screen options.

Adjust In-Call Volume
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Adjusting Call Volume: Press the Volume key up or down during the call.

Troubleshooting
Question: Difficulty during call.
Answer 1: It may not be possible to make a call properly in a noisy location.
Answer 2: When calling using Speaker, check the call volume. Raising the call volume may
make calling difficult.
Question: Sound pops momentarily during a call.
Answer: Are you changing location while calling? Sound pops when signal is weak and the
phone switches to a different area.
Emergency Call Cautions
Emergency calls are restricted in Airplane mode.

Call Using the Phone Dialer
The most “traditional” way to place a call is by using the phone’s dialer screen.
1. From home, tap Dialer

to display the phone screen.

2. Tap the number keys on the dialpad to enter the phone number.
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As you enter digits, Smart Dial searches for contacts that match. If you see the number you
want to dial, tap it to place the call immediately without entering the rest of the number.

Phone App

3. Tap

to call the number.

The phone dials the number. The call begins when the other party answers.
4. To end the call, tap

The call ends.

Troubleshooting
Question: Call does not connect.
Answer 1: Was the number dialed using the area code? If not, try dialing using the full 10-digit
number including the area code.
Answer 2: Are you in an area with poor wireless coverage? Try calling again from another
area.

Call Emergency Numbers
You can place calls to 9-1-1 even if the phone’s screen is locked or your account is restricted.
1. Unlock the screen. For more information, see Lock and Unlock Your Screen.
2. From home, tap Dialer
3. Tap

As long as you are in an area covered by wireless service, the emergency call is placed.

Phone App

Enhanced 9-1-1 (E 9-1-1) Information
This phone features an embedded Global Positioning System (GPS) chip necessary for utilizing E
9-1-1 emergency location services where available.
When you place an emergency 9-1-1 call, the GPS feature of your phone seeks information to
calculate 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 when placing an emergency 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.

Answer Phone Calls
The following information lets you know how to answer incoming calls, mute the ringer on incoming
calls, reject incoming calls, and more.
When you receive a phone call from a contact, the Incoming call screen appears and displays the
caller ID icon, name, and phone number of the calling party. When you receive a phone call from
someone who is not stored in People, only the default caller ID icon and phone number appear on
the Incoming call screen.
Note: If your phone is turned off, all calls automatically go to voicemail.

Answer an Incoming Call
1. When a call arrives, tap
2. To end the call, tap

to answer it.
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Mute the Ringing Sound
To mute the ringer without rejecting the call, you can do any of the following:
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Press the Volume button down.

Place the phone face down on a level surface.

Reject an Incoming Call
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When a call arrives, tap

to reject it.

The ringtone or vibration will stop and call will be sent directly to voicemail.

Reject a Call and Send a Text Message
You can reject an incoming call and automatically send a text message to the caller.
1. When a call arrives, tap

Phone App

The ringtone or vibration will stop and you will see a list of preset text messages.
2. Tap one of the messages to send it to the caller.
The selected message will be delivered to the caller.
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You can edit the reject messages through the Call settings menu. From the phone app, tap
Menu

> Call settings > Reject calls with SMS and edit the reject messages.

In-Call Screen Layout and Operations
While you’re on a call, you will see a number of onscreen options.

In-Call Screen Layout
Tap options to activate them during a call.

Calendar: View the Calendar.

Hold: Place the current call on hold.

Notepad: View your notes.

Add call: Start a three-way call.

Merge calls: Join two currently active calls (conference).

Mute: Mute the call so that the other party can't hear you.

Contacts: Display your contacts.

Phone App

: Activate the speaker for a hands-free call.

: End the current call.

: Open the dialer.

Warning: Because of higher volume levels, do not place the phone near your ear during
speakerphone use.
Note: The Headset button is activated to show the current call is routed to the connected Bluetooth
headset.

Place a Call from Contacts
You can place phone calls directly from entries in your Contacts list.
1. From home, tap Dialer

to display the phone app.

2. Tap Contacts to display the Contacts list.
3. Tap a contact.
4. Tap the number you want to call.
The phone dials the number. The call begins when the other party answers.
5. To end the call, tap

Call from Call Logs
The Call logs list lets you quickly place calls to recent incoming, outgoing, or missed numbers.
1. From home, tap Dialer

to display the phone app.

2. From the call log, tap the contact or number you want to call.
The phone dials the number. The call begins when the other party answers.
3. To end the call, tap

Optional Services
The following topics outline additional voice-related services available with your phone, including
call services, voicemail, and more.

Voicemail Setup
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. Your phone automatically transfers all
unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off.

Phone App

1. From home, tap Dialer
2. Touch and hold

to dial your voicemail number.

3. Follow the system prompts to:
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Create your password.

Record your name announcement.

Record your greeting.

Important: Voicemail Password – It is strongly recommended 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.

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
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.

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 personal greeting as soon as your phone is
activated. 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 box, see Voicemail Setup.
1. From home, tap Apps

Phone App

> Voicemail

You’ll see a Personalize your voicemail prompt.
2. Tap Personalize now and follow the system prompts to:
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Create a password (part of standard voicemail).

Record your name announcement.

Record your greeting.

3. Tap the Welcome to Voicemail message on the screen to play a brief explanation of the
voicemail services.
Important: Voicemail Password – It is strongly recommended 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.
4. Tap the Welcome to Voicemail message on the screen to play a brief explanation of the
voicemail services.

Review Visual Voicemail
Visual Voicemail lets you easily access and select which messages you want to review.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Voicemail

You will see the voicemail inbox.
2. Tap a message to review it.
Tip: There are several icons at the bottom of the review screen for maintenance, storage,
messaging, and other options. For an explanation of all your options, tap Menu
Visual Voicemail Menu > Visual Voicemail Menu.

> 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.
1. Listen to the current voicemail message.
2. Swipe your finger left or right to display the next or previous message.
Phone App

The next or previous message will begin playing automatically.
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.

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. Tap a message to review it. The following options are available while reviewing a voicemail
message:
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Subscribe: Subscribe to the premium Voice-to-Text transcription service. (Requires
an additional monthly charge.)

Delete: Delete selected messages from your current list of available voicemail
messages.

Call: Call the number the message came from.

Share: Share the message.

Reply: Reply to the message via text or voice message.

Note: Not all options are available for all messages.

Configure Visual Voicemail Settings
The Visual Voicemail settings menu lets you access settings for notifications, pictures, greetings,
and more.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Menu

> Voicemail

> Settings.

3. Select an option to change its settings.
Note: Voicemail settings can also be accessed from home by tapping Dialer
Call settings > Voicemail.

> Menu

Change Your Main Greeting via the Voicemail Menu
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.

Phone App

1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Menu

> Voicemail

> Settings > Preferences > Personalize voicemail.

3. Tap OK to connect to the voicemail system. Follow the prompts to change your current
greeting.

Edit the Display Name via the Voicemail Menu
From your Visual Voicemail menu, you can quickly change the name or number attached to your
voice messages.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Menu

> Voicemail

> Settings > Display > Display name.

3. Tap the existing identification field and enter a new identifying name or number (used to identify
you to recipients of your voice messages).
4. Tap OK to save your information.

Caller ID Blocking
Caller ID identifies a caller before you answer the phone by displaying the number of the incoming
call. If you do not want your number displayed when you make a call, follow these steps.
1. From home, tap Dialer
2. Tap

3. Enter a phone number.
4. Tap

Your caller information will not appear on the recipient’s phone.

Call Waiting
When you’re on a call, Call Waiting alerts you to incoming calls by sounding two beeps. Your
phone’s screen informs you that another call is coming in and displays the caller’s phone number (if
it is available).
To respond to an incoming call while you’re on a call:
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Tap

To end your previous call and accept the new call, tap End last call.

Phone App

. (This puts the first caller on hold and answers the second call.)

Note: For those calls where you don’t want to be interrupted, you can temporarily disable Call
Waiting by pressing
once you end the call.

before placing your call. Call Waiting is automatically reactivated

Conference Calling
With conference calling, also known as 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. On the Phone screen, enter a number and tap

(or place a call from Log or Contacts).

2. Once you have established the connection, tap

to call the second participant.

This puts the first caller on hold and dials the second number.
3. When you’re connected to the second party, tap

4. To end the three-way call, tap

. Your conference call is now in session.

Note: If one of the people you called hangs up during your call, you and the remaining caller stay
connected. If you initiated the call and are the first to hang up, 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 activated Call
Forwarding.

Phone App

Note: You are charged a higher rate for calls you have forwarded.
To activate Call Forwarding:
1. From home, tap Dialer
2. Tap Menu

> Call settings > Call forwarding settings.

3. Select a forwarding mode.
4. Enter the area code and phone number to which you want your calls forwarded.
5. Tap Activate.
You will hear a tone to confirm the activation of Call Forwarding. All calls to your wireless
number will be forwarded to the designated phone number.
To deactivate Call Forwarding:
1. From home, tap Dialer
2. Tap Menu

> Call settings > Call forwarding settings.

3. Tap Deactivate.
You will hear a tone to confirm the deactivation.

Call Settings
The Call settings menu lets you configure your voicemail options and a number of other settings for
the phone application.

Access Call Settings
Follow these instructions to access Call settings.
1. From home, tap Dialer
2. Tap Menu

> Call settings.

The Call settings menu displays.

Call Settings Options
Use the Call settings menu to adjust the following settings:

Settings

Description

Phone ringtone

Set a phone ringtone.

Vibrate when ringing

Set the phone to vibrate when an incoming call arrives.

Phone App

Settings

Description

Power button ends call

Set the phone to end calls by pressing the Power/Lock button.

Reject call with SMS

Create or edit messages to reject incoming calls.

Plus code dialing

Set plus code dialing policy.

Voicemail

Configure your voicemail.

Dialer touch tones

Set the phone play a tone when the dialing keypad is tapped.

TTY mode

Enable service on your phone.

Hearing aids

Improve the sound quality of your phone when using hearing aids.

DTMF tones

Set the length of DTMF tones, which are used when pressing the
keypad while on a call.

Call forwarding settings

Forward all your incoming calls to another phone number.

Call waiting

Lets you answer another incoming call when you are already in a call and
switch between the two calls.

TTY Mode
A TTY (teletypewriter, also known as a TDD or Text Telephone) is a telecommunications device
that allows people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or who have speech or language disabilities, to
communicate by telephone.
Your phone is compatible with select TTY devices. Please check with the manufacturer of your TTY
device to ensure that it supports digital wireless transmission. Your phone and TTY device will
connect using a special cable that plugs into your phone’s headset jack. If this cable was not
provided with your TTY device, contact your TTY device manufacturer to purchase the connector
cable.
To turn TTY Mode on or off:
1. From home, tap Dialer

> Menu

> Call settings > TTY mode.

2. Tap TTY Full, TTY HCO, or TTY VCO to turn TTY mode on.
– or –
Tap TTY Off to turn TTY mode off.
Your phone’s TTY mode is set.
Note: When enabled, TTY mode may impair the audio quality of non-TTY devices connected to the
headset jack.
Warning: 9-1-1 Emergency Calling
It is recommended that TTY users make emergency calls by other means, including
Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS), analog cellular, and landline communications.
Wireless TTY calls to 9-1-1 may be corrupted when received by public safety answering points
(PSAPs), rendering some communications unintelligible. The problem encountered appears

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related to TTY equipment or software used by PSAPs. This matter has been brought to the
attention of the FCC, and the wireless industry and the PSAP community are currently working to
resolve this.

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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 directly in your phone as well as contacts synchronized with your
Google Account, your PC, compatible email programs (including Exchange Server), and your
Facebook friends.
Contacts Cautions
Information saved in Contacts may be lost or changed if the battery is removed for a long period
or left uncharged. Accident or malfunction may also cause loss or change to information. It is
recommended that you keep a separate copy of contacts and other important information. The
company is not responsible for any damages from lost or changed contacts.

Add a Contact
You can add contacts from your phone’s Phone application. Enter details such as name, phone
numbers, email addresses, mailing addresses, and more.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

You will see the Contacts list.
2. Tap

to add a contact.

3. Select a location to save the contact from the options menu.
4. Enter the contact name, phone number, and other details.
5. If you have multiple account types associated with your phone, select a contact type.
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Select Google if you want to save contacts to your Google Account; these will be synced
automatically with your Google Account online.
Select Device as the sync account if you want your contacts on your phone only; they will
not be synced with your Google Account.

Note: To add more phone numbers, email addresses, etc., tap
field.

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on the right side of the entry

6. When you have finished adding information, tap

The contact is added.

Save a Phone Number
You can save a phone number to Contacts directly from the phone dialpad.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

2. Enter a phone number.
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To add the number to a new contact, tap Create new contact.

To add the number to an existing contact, tap Save to existing contact.

3. Enter the contact name, phone number, and other details if necessary.
4. Tap

The contact is added.

View Contacts
View a contact’s details by displaying a contact entry.
1. From home, tap Apps

Contacts

> Contacts

You will see the Contacts list.
2. Tap a contact to view its details.

Edit a Contact
Once you’ve added a contact, you can add or edit any of the information in the entry, assign a caller
ID picture, customize with a unique ringtone, and more.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

You will see the Contacts list.
2. Tap a contact to view its details.
3. Tap Edit

4. Tap any field you want to change or add. See Add a Contact.
5. Add or edit the information, and then tap

Note: To select a type (label) for a phone number, email address, or postal address (such as
Mobile, Home, Work, etc.), tap the type to the left of the field.
Note: To add more phone numbers, email addresses, etc., tap
field.

on the right side of the entry

Delete a Contact
You can delete a contact from the contacts details page.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

You will see the Contacts list.
2. Tap Menu

> Delete contact.

3. Tap Delete.
Tip: You can also touch and hold the contact from the contact list and then tap Delete.

Share a Contact
You can quickly share contacts using Bluetooth, email, Gmail, or text messaging.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

You will see the Contacts list.
2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap Share contacts

3. In the Share contacts menu, select a method:
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Bluetooth: Send the information via Bluetooth. See Bluetooth for information on pairing
and sending via Bluetooth.
Drive: Upload the contact information to Google Drive.
Email: Send the information as an email attachment. If prompted, select an email account.
Address the message, add a subject and a message, and then tap Send. See Compose
and Send Email for details on sending email.
Gmail: Send the information as a Gmail attachment. Address the message, add a subject
and a message, and then tap Send. See Create and Send a Gmail Message for details.
Messaging: Send the information in a text message. Select a contact or enter a wireless
phone number or email address, enter any additional information, and then tap Send. For
more information on text messaging, see Send a Multimedia Message (MMS).
Wi-Fi Direct: Send the information by Wi-Fi direct.

4. Complete the required steps as prompted for the selected method.
The selected contact will be shared.

Import Contacts
Your phone offers a couple of options for importing contacts from installed SD memory cards or
external devices via USB.

Before Importing Contacts from an SD Card
You will need to have installed an SD card with previously backed up contacts information into your
phone before you can import contacts. See SD Card for SD card information.

Import Contacts from an SD Card or USB Storage
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

You will see the Contacts list.
2. Tap Menu

> Import/Export.

3. Tap Import from storage.
4. Select a destination for the imported contacts.
5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the import.
The contacts are imported and stored in the selected account.

Back Up Contacts
If you are saving contacts to an account that does not automatically back them up via the Cloud, you
can manually back them up to an optional installed SD Card for re-import if needed.

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Before Backing Up Contacts to a SD Card
You will need to have installed an SD card with previously backed up contacts information into your
phone before you can back up your contacts. See SD Card for SD card information.

Back Up Contacts to Your SD Card
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

You will see the Contacts list.
2. Tap Menu

> Import/Export.

3. Tap Export to storage.
4. Tap OK to confirm the export.
5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the export.
The contacts are exported and saved to the installed SD card.

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With wireless service and your phone’s messaging and data capabilities, you have the opportunity
to share information through many different channels and accounts, including Gmail (Google),
personal and corporate email, text and multimedia messaging, social networking accounts, and
Hangouts.

Text and Multimedia Messaging
With text messaging (SMS), you can send and receive instant text messages between your
wireless phone and another messaging-ready phone.
Multimedia messages, or MMS, can contain text and pictures, recorded voice, audio or video files,
picture slideshows, contact cards (vCard), or appointments (vCalendar).
See your service plan for applicable charges for messaging.

Send a Text Message
Quickly compose and send text messages on your phone.
1. From home, tap Messaging

2. On the Messaging screen, tap New message

The Compose screen opens.
3. Fill in one or more recipients. You can:
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Enter phone numbers directly in the Enter recipient field. If you’re sending the message to
several phone numbers, separate the phone numbers with a comma. As you enter
information, any matching phone numbers from your contacts list are displayed. Tap a
match to enter that number or address directly.
Tap the
icon, and then select the contacts to whom you want to send the message.
You can also select contact groups as recipients. When you have selected all the message
recipients, tap

4. Tap the “Type message” box and then start composing your message.
Note: A counter appears above the Send button (
) to tell you how many characters you have
entered and how many characters are left. Once you go over the 160-character limit, a new
message is created but automatically joined into one when received.
5. When done, tap

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to send the text message.

Send a Multimedia Message (MMS)
When you need to add a little more to a text message, you can send a multimedia message (MMS)
with pictures, voice recordings, audio or video files, contact cards (vCard), or appointments
(vCalendar).
1. From home, tap Messaging

2. On the Messaging screen, tap New message

. The Compose screen opens.

3. Fill in one or more recipients. You can:
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4. Tap the “Type message” box, and then start composing your message.
5. Tap

to select an attachment type and then select the attachment you want to add.

6. Tap

to send the MMS message.

Save and Resume a Draft Message
While composing a text or multimedia message, tap Back
as a draft.

to automatically save your message

To resume composing the message:
1. From home, tap Messaging

2. On the Messaging screen, tap the message to resume editing it.
3. When you finish editing the message, tap

New Messages Notification
Depending on your notification settings, the phone will play a ringtone, vibrate, or display the
message 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 Text and MMS Options for details.

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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 application icon (if shown on the Home screen)
also displays the number of new messages.
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To open the message, pull down the status bar to open the notification panel. Tap the new
message to open and read it. For information on reading and replying to messages see Manage
Message Conversations.

Manage Message 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 Messaging screen. Text or MMS
conversations let you see exchanged messages (similar to a chat program) with a contact on the
screen.

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Do one of the following:
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On the Messaging screen, tap the text message or conversation to open and read it.
If you have a new message notification, drag the status bar down to open the notifications
window. Tap the new message to open and read it.

To return to the Messaging screen from a conversation, tap Back

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 Menu

> View details.

Note: 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.
Note: 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.

View a Multimedia Message (MMS)
1. From home, tap Messaging

2. On the Messaging screen, tap a multimedia message or conversation to open it.
3. Tap the Download icon to open the attachment.
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If the attachment is a vCard contact, it is imported to your phone’s contacts list. For more
information, see Contacts.
If the attachment is a vCalendar file, you can choose the calendar where you want to save
the event. For information on using Calendar, see Calendar.

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4. To save the attachment to device memory or a memory card, tap
message.

at the right side of the

Note: When Auto-retrieve in MMS settings is disabled, only the message header is downloaded. To
download the entire message, tap
MMS Options.

at the right side of the message. For details, see Text and

Note: If you are concerned about the size of your data downloads, check the multimedia message
size before you download it.

Reply to a Message
1. From home, tap Messaging

2. On the Messaging screen, tap a conversation to open it.
3. Tap the text box at the bottom of the screen, enter your reply message, and then tap
Note: To reply to a text message with a multimedia message, open the text message, tap
select an attachment type and then select images, videos, or other multimedia files. The text
message is automatically converted into a multimedia message.

.
to

Protect (Lock) a Message
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 Messaging

2. On the Messaging screen, tap a conversation.
3. Touch and hold the message that you want to lock, and then tap Menu

> Lock.

A lock icon is displayed at the right hand side of the message.

Delete Conversations
1. From home, tap Messaging

2. On the Messaging screen, tap the conversation that you want to delete.
3. Tap Delete

4. When prompted to confirm, tap Delete. Any locked messages in the thread will not be deleted
unless you select the Delete locked messages check box.

Delete a Single Message
1. While viewing a conversation, touch and hold the message that you want to delete.

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If the message is locked, tap Unlock message on the options menu and hold the message
to display the options menu again.

2. Tap Delete

3. When prompted to confirm, tap Delete.
Note: Locked messages will not be deleted, unless you select the Delete locked messages check
box before confirming the deletion.

View Contact Information from a Message
When you have received a message from someone in your stored contacts, you can tap the
contact’s picture or icon in the conversation to open a menu of options. Depending on the stored
contact information, you can view the contact details, place a phone call or send an email message
to the contact, and more.

Text and MMS Options
The messages settings menu lets you control options for your text and MMS messages including
message limits, size settings, and notifications.
1. From home, tap Messaging

2. On the Messaging screen, tap Menu

> Settings.

3. Configure message settings.

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Attach signature: When enabled, a text signature is automatically added to messages you
send.

Edit signature: After enabling signatures, enter a text signature.

Common phrases: Manage the common phrases that be used frequently.

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Message preview: When enabled, a preview of a new message appears in the Status bar with
the message notification.
Tone: Select this option if you want the phone to sound when a new text or multimedia
message arrives.
Vibrate: Select this option if you want the phone to vibrate when a new text or multimedia
message arrives.

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Storage Settings
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Delete old messages: Automatically delete older messages, except for locked messages,
when the set limits are reached.
Text message limit: Choose the maximum number of text messages to store in each
conversation. (This does not include locked messages.)
Multimedia message limit: Choose the maximum number of MMS messages to store in each
conversation. (This does not include locked messages.)

Gmail
Use Google’s Gmail service and your Google Account to send, receive, and manage your Gmail
messages. Before using Gmail, you must register a Google (Gmail) Account on your phone. See
Google Account for details.
Gmail Cautions
Gmail is handled as email from a PC. Restricting email from PCs on your phone prevents your
phone from receiving Gmail.

Create and Send a Gmail Message
Use your phone to create and send Gmail messages.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gmail

2. In the inbox, tap Compose

3. Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message, and then tap Send

Gmail Composition Options
Choose from the options below when composing a Gmail message.
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Adding Cc/Bcc: In the To field, tap

to display Cc and Bcc fields.

Attaching Pictures or Videos: In the mail composition window, tap Attach file
and tap the picture or video you want to attach.

Save as a Draft (Send Later): While composing your message, tap More options
draft. The message is saved as a draft for later.

> Save

Delete Mail Being Composed: In the mail composition window, tap More options
Discard > DISCARD.

Note: To view your draft email messages, in the inbox, tap Menu
messages, in the inbox, tap Menu
> Sent.

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. Locate

> Drafts. To view your sent

Check Received Gmail Messages
Your phone allows you to access, read, and reply to all your Gmail messages.

Open New Gmail Messages
When new Gmail arrives, you will see

in the status bar.

1. Pull down the status bar to display the notification panel.
2. Tap the new message from the notifications window.
The new Gmail message opens.
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If you have two or more new Gmail messages, tapping the notification opens the Gmail
inbox.

Open Gmail Messages
You can also read and reply to all your Gmail messages from the Gmail inbox.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gmail

2. Tap the message thread you want to view.
The message thread opens, with the newest message displayed.

Options when Reviewing Gmail Messages
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Replying to Gmail Messages: With the Gmail message open, tap
message, and tap Send
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, compose your reply

To reply to all, tap Reply all.

Forwarding Gmail Messages: With the Gmail message open, tap Forward, enter a recipient
and an additional message, and tap Send

Use Gmail Labels
Gmail saves all mail in one box, but you can add labels that allow you to sort your Gmail
conversation threads. For example, when a new thread starts with a received mail, the label "Inbox"
is automatically added to the thread. By then adding the label "travel," all threads with "travel" are
shown in a list.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gmail

2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap

> Move to.

3. Tap a label for the thread.
The thread is added to the selected label.

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Archive Gmail Threads
Remove sent and received Gmail threads so they do not appear in the inbox. When replies arrive
for archived threads, they appear in the inbox again.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gmail

2. Touch and hold a conversation thread (or touch the thread's icon/picture) to add a checkmark to
it, and then tap Archive.
The thread is now archived.

Mute Gmail Threads
If registered on a mailing list, there will be threads with always-continuing conversations. For long
threads that are not important, mute the threads and they will no longer appear in the inbox. When
mail arrives that includes user's address as a recipient or in Cc, mail will again appear in the inbox.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gmail

2. Touch and hold a conversation thread (or touch the thread's icon/picture) to add a checkmark to
it, and then tap More options

> Mute.

The thread is now hidden.

Delete Gmail Threads
If you no longer wish to keep a Gmail conversation thread, you can simply delete it from the inbox.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gmail

2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap

Search Gmail Messages
If you need to find a specific message or message thread, you can search Gmail from the inbox.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap

> Gmail

3. Enter your search text and tap

The search results appear. Tap a message or thread from the list to display it.

Report Spam or Phishing Gmail
You can report spam or phishing Gmail messages from your phone’s Gmail inbox.

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1. From home, tap Apps

> Gmail

2. Touch and hold a conversation thread to add a checkmark to it, and then tap Options
Report spam or Report phishing.

The selected message is reported as spam or phishing Gmail.

Add Another Google (Gmail) Account
If you have multiple Gmail accounts you wish to view on your phone, you can add them from the
Settings > Accounts menu.
1. From home, tap Settings

> Accounts.

Switching Between Gmail Accounts
If you have more than one Gmail account set up, you can switch between them in the Gmail app.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap

> Gmail

3. Tap the account to open the account list.
4. Select the email account you want to use.
The selected account inbox is displayed.

Email
Use the Mail application to send and receive email from your webmail or other accounts, using
POP3 or IMAP, or access your Exchange ActiveSync account for your corporate email needs.

Set Up an Email Account
Your phone supports several types of email accounts and allows you to have multiple email
accounts set up at one time.
Before setting up an email account, make sure you have the username (user ID), password, server
name, etc., so you can get set up successfully.

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1. From home, tap Apps

> Email

A popup window for adding an account appears if no email account has been previously set
up.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your email account.
The email account is set up and you will begin receiving email.

Add an Email Account
You can add several types of personal email accounts, such as POP3 and IMAP accounts, on your
phone.

Add an Email Account
You can add email accounts directly from the email app, even if you have another email account set
up.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Email

2. Enter your email address and password, and then tap Next.
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to configure your account. The system will then automatically
connect to the server.
Once your account is set up, Inbox will be displayed.

Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account
If you synchronize your phone with your Exchange ActiveSync account, you can read, manage, and
send email in the same easy way as with a POP3/IMAP account. However, you can also access
some powerful Exchange features.
Important: Before setting up a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account, contact your company’s
Exchange Server administrator for required account settings information.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Email

2. Tap Corporate.
3. Enter the Email address and Password for the email account and then tap Manual setup.
4. Enter the required information:
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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.

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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 instructions to configure your account. The system will then automatically
connect to the server.
Once your Exchange account is set up, Inbox will be displayed.

Compose and Send Email
Compose and send email using any account you have set up on your phone. Increase your
productivity by attaching files such as pictures, videos, or documents to your email messages.
1. From home, tap Apps
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> Email

If you want to switch to a different email account, tap the account name at the top of the
screen and select another account.

2. Tap Compose

3. Enter the message recipient(s), subject, and message.
4. Tap

Check Your Email
You can also open and read email messages directly from the email inbox. Reading and replying to
email on your phone is as simple as on your computer.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. In Inbox, tap

> Email

in the upper left corner to select an email account.

3. Tap the email you want to read. Then you can:
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Tap Delete

to delete it.

Tap Reply

to reply to it.

Tap Reply all

to replay to all.

Tap Forward

to replay to all.

Swipe left or right on the screen to read the previous or next email.

Tip: In Inbox, swipe down to refresh your email list.

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Options When Reviewing Email Messages
Choose from the options below when reviewing your email messages.
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Resetting Mail as Unread: Tap the check box on the left side of a read message and then tap
Mark unread

Deleting Email: Tap the check box on the left side of a message or messages and then tap
Delete

Syncing Accounts Manually: Sync sent and received email messages manually at any time
regardless of the automatic sync settings. Switch to the account you want to sync and then drag
the screen down to refresh the email.
Replying to Email Messages: With an email message open, tap Reply
, compose your reply message, and tap Send

or Reply all

Forwarding Email Messages: With the email message open, tap Forward
recipient and an additional message, and tap Send

, enter a

Delete an Email Account
You can delete an email account from your phone if you no longer wish to receive messages for the
account on your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Menu

> Email

> Settings.

3. Select the account you want to remove.
4. Tap Remove account then OK.
The account is deleted from your phone.

Manage Your Email Inbox
Your email inbox provides management options for viewing, sorting, and deleting your email
messages.

View Your Email Inbox
1. From home, tap Apps

> Email

2. Tap the email account at the top of the screen to select a different inbox, or tap Combined view
to see all your email inboxes at once.

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Refresh an Email Account
Whatever your automatic synchronization settings are, you can also synchronize your sent and
received email messages manually at any time.
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In Inbox, swipe down to refresh your email list.

Sort Email Messages
1. On the email account inbox, tap Menu

> Sort by.

2. Select from the options to sort email messages by Date (latest), Date (oldest), Sender (A to
Z), Sender (Z to A), Unread/Read.

Delete an Email Message
1. On the email account inbox, touch and hold the message you want to delete.
2. On the options menu, tap Delete

Delete Multiple Email Messages
1. On the email account inbox, tap the check box next to the messages you want to delete.
2. Tap Delete

Browser
Your phone’s Web browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites on the go,
using 3G, 4G, or Wi-Fi data connections.

SSL/TLS
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and TLS (Transport Layer Security) are protocols for encrypting
sent/received data. While in a screen connected by SSL/TLS, data is encrypted to safely
send/receive private information, credit card numbers, corporate secrets, etc., and provide
protection against online threats (eavesdropping, falsification, impersonation, etc.).
SSL/TLS Cautions
When opening a secured page, users must decide as their responsibility whether or not to open
the page with use of SSL/TLS. [Carrier Name] and the applicable Certification Authorities make
no guarantees whatsoever to users regarding security of SSL/TLS.

Use the Browser
Launching the browser is as easy as tapping an icon.

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From home, tap Apps

> Browser

The browser opens.
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The first time you launch Internet, you may be prompted to enter your 10-digit wireless
phone number to access the Boost home page.
You can also launch the browser by tapping a URL in a text message, email message, or
Gmail message.

Browser Settings
Customize your experience with the Internet through the browser settings menu.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap

> Browser

, and customize your browser settings.

Add a Bookmark
Bookmark favorite sites using the browser menu options.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Browser

2. Navigate to the Web page you want to bookmark, and tap Menu
3. Check or change the bookmark title, URL, etc., and then tap

> Add bookmark.
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The Web page is added to bookmarks.

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Editing Bookmarks: From the browser, tap Menu

> Bookmarks & history, touch and

hold a bookmark, tap Edit bookmark, edit the bookmark, and then tap

Deleting Bookmarks: From the browser, tap Menu
> Bookmarks & history, touch and
hold a bookmark, tap Delete bookmark, and then tap OK.

Show Saved Web Pages: From the browser, tap Menu
Saved pages, and then tap a saved page to open it.

> Bookmarks & history >

View Browser History
Use the browser menu options to view your browsing history.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Menu

> Browser

> Bookmarks & history.

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If you don’t see Bookmarks, pull down the Web page to display the address bar.

3. Tap the History tab and then tap an entry.
The Web page opens.
Use tabbed browsing to switch between websites quickly and easily.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Tabs

> Browser

The tabs window opens.
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If you don’t see Tabs

3. Tap

, drag the Web page down to display the address bar.

A new tab appears.
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To switch tabs, tap one of the available thumbnails in the tabs window.

Chrome Browser
In addition to the default "Internet" Web browser, your phone supports the Chrome mobile Web
browser. If you are signed in with a Google Account, the Chrome browser will import all your
bookmarks and other Web preferences for use on your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Chrome

2. Tap the address bar at the top and enter search words (for a Google search) or a Web address
(URL).
The search results appear or a Web page opens.

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To find on-phone help with Chrome, from Chrome, tap Menu

> Help & Feedback.

A Web page will open displaying Google help for Chrome.
Tip: For more information, from your computer, visit: google.com/intl/en/chrome/browser/mobile/.

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Camera and Video
You can use the camera or video camera to take and share pictures and videos.

Take Pictures and Record Videos
The following topics teach you how to take pictures and record videos with your phone’s camera.
Camera Cautions
If Lens Becomes Dirty: Fingerprints/smudges on lens prevent capturing of clear still
images/videos. Wipe lens with a soft cloth beforehand.
Avoid Exposure to Direct Sunlight: Be careful not to expose lens to direct sunlight for long
periods. May discolor color filter and affect color of images.
Mobile Light Warning
Do not shine Mobile Light close to eyes. Do not look directly at Mobile Light when shining. Do
not shine Mobile Light at other people's eyes. May affect eyesight, etc.

Take a Picture
You can take high-resolution pictures using your phone’s camera.
Note: If you have an SD card installed, pictures and videos are stored to the SD card. If no card is
installed, pictures and videos are saved to your phone’s memory.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Camera

2. Aim the camera at your subject and then tap
3. Release

to take the picture.

The shutter clicks and the picture is captured and saved to your phone or SD card.

Launch the Camera From the Gallery
The Gallery lets you quickly launch the Camera and take a photo.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gallery

2. Under Photos, swipe down on the albums to display the viewfinder in half screen mode, and
then swipe down again to launch the camera.
3. Tap
4. Tap

to take a photo.
Return to return to gallery.

Camera and Video

Capture Modes
Your phone supports a variety of capture scenarios, such as scenery, portrait, and dynamic. Follow
the instructions below to view your phone’s capture modes.
1. From home, tap
2. Tap
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> Camera

to view the capture modes:

Panorama: Your phone takes several photos continuously as you pan and stitches them
into one complete panoramic shot.

HDR: Enhance a photo taken under insufficient or excessive lighting conditions.

Watermark: Add various watermarks to your photos.

Audio note: You can record a brief audio clip after you take a photo.

Audio control: Tap
and enable this mode under Settings. You can issue voice
commands to have your camera take photos for you.

Timer: Tap
photo.

Touch to capture: Tap
a photo.

Ultra snapshot: Tap
and enable this mode under Settings. When the screen is off or
locked, frame the object you want to capture and press the Volume down key twice to take
a photo.

and enable this mode under Settings to set a countdown timer for taking a

and enable this mode under Settings. Tap the screen to take

Taking a Panoramic Photo
1. From home, tap

> Camera

2. Tap

> Panorama to switch to panorama shooting mode.

3. Tap

to start shooting.

4. Follow the onscreen instructions and move your phone slowly to capture multiple photos.
5. Tap
to stop shooting. The camera automatically stitches the photos together to create one
panoramic photograph.

Camera and Video

Adding Watermarks to Photos
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap

> Camera

> Watermark to switch to watermark mode.

3. Swipe left or right and select the desired watermark.
4. Drag the watermark to adjust its position.
5. Tap

Taking a Photo Using Audio Control
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap

> Camera

> Audio control.

3. Tap Audio control to switch to the audio control mode. Then you can:
4. Tap an album (such as Camera).
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Get your phone to take a photo when you issue a voice command.

Get your phone to take a photo when the surrounding noise reaches a certain decibel level.

5. Frame the scene you want to capture. Your phone will take a photo automatically when you
issue a voice command or the surrounding noise reaches a certain decibel level.

Record Videos
Record high-quality videos using your phone’s video camera.
Note: If you have an SD card installed, pictures and videos are stored to the SD card. If no card is
installed, pictures and videos are saved to your phone’s memory.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Camera

2. Swipe left to switch to Video mode.
3. Tap

to start recording.

4. While recording, tap an object or a position on the screen to focus on it. Tap
recording, and tap
5. Tap

to pause

to resume.

to stop recording.

The camera stops recording and the video is captured and saved to your phone or SD card.

Camera and Video

View Pictures and Videos Using Gallery
Using the Gallery application, you can view pictures and watch videos that you’ve taken with your
phone’s camera, downloaded, or copied onto your storage card or phone memory. You can also
take a look at your pictures and your friends’ pictures that are on your social networks (Facebook
and Flickr only).
For pictures that are on your storage card or phone memory, you can do basic editing such as
rotating and cropping. You can also easily assign a picture as your contact picture or wallpaper and
share pictures with your friends.

View Pictures and Videos
You can access and view all your stored pictures and videos from your phone’s Gallery.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gallery

2. Tap an album (such as Camera).
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To select another album, tap Back

to return to the Albums tab.

3. Tap an image to view the picture or video.
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Tap a picture or video to view it full screen.
When viewing pictures and videos, you can touch and hold an image to open a selection
menu and choose what to do with the picture or video.

Pictures and Videos: Review Screen
After capturing a picture or video, from the camera screen, tap the thumbnail image at the bottom
right corner of the screen to see the item in the review screen. From there, you can access options
such as save, view, send, or delete the picture or video.

Pictures and Videos: Options while Viewing
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Zoom In or Out on a Picture or Video: Tap the screen twice or pinch the screen to zoom in
or out on a picture or video.
Viewing Videos: Use the onscreen controls to play, pause, or stop the video playback.

After selecting an album from the Albums tab, you can browse through the pictures and videos of
that album. Tap a picture or video to view it in full screen. By default, the pictures and videos in an
album are displayed in grid view.
Note: When viewing pictures, you can touch and hold on a picture or video to open a selection
menu and choose what to do with the picture or video.

Camera and Video

Edit Pictures
Whether you’re browsing pictures in filmstrip or grid view in the Gallery application, you can touch
and hold on a picture to open a selection menu and choose to delete the picture, rotate or crop it,
and more.

Rotate and Save a Picture
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gallery

2. Tap an album (such as Camera).
3. Tap the picture you want to rotate.
4. Tap Edit

> Rotate

The picture is rotated and saved to the phone or SD card, depending on your settings.

Crop a Picture
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gallery

2. Tap an album (such as Camera).
3. Tap the picture you want to crop.
4. Tap Edit

> Crop

5. 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.
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To move the crop box to the part of the picture that you want to crop, drag the crop box to
the desired size and position.

6. Tap

check mark on the upper right corner of the screen.

The cropped picture is saved in the album as a copy. The original picture remains unedited.

Share Pictures and Videos
The Gallery application lets you send pictures and videos using email or multimedia messages. You
can share pictures on your social networks (such as Facebook, Flickr, Picasa, and Twitter) and
share videos on YouTube. You can also send them to another phone or your computer using
Bluetooth.

Send Pictures or Videos by Email
You can send several pictures, videos, or both in an email or Gmail message. They are added as file
attachments in your email. For more information about using email and Gmail, see Compose and
Send Email or Create and Send a Gmail Message.

Camera and Video

1. From home, tap Apps

> Gallery

2. Tap an album (such as Camera).
3. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share.
4. Tap the pictures or videos you want to share.
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To select multiple items, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the items
you want to include.

5. Tap Share

and then tap Email or Gmail.

6. Follow onscreen prompts to complete and send the mail.
Note: If you selected Mail and you have multiple email accounts, the default email account will be
used.
For more information about using email and Gmail, see Compose and Send Email or Create and
Send a Gmail Message.

Send a Picture or Video by Multimedia Message
Multimedia Messaging (MMS) lets you send pictures and videos using your phone’s messaging
app. Although you can send several pictures or videos in a multimedia message, it may be better to
just send one at a time, especially if the files are large in size.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gallery

2. Tap an album (such as Camera).
3. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share.
4. Tap the pictures or videos you want to share.
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To select multiple items, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the items
you want to include.

5. Tap Share

and then tap Messaging.

6. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete and send the message.
For more information about sending multimedia messages, see Send a Multimedia Message
(MMS).

Send Pictures or Videos Using Bluetooth
You can select several pictures, videos, or both and send them to someone’s phone or your
computer using Bluetooth.

Camera and Video

1. From home, tap Apps

> Gallery

2. Tap an album (such as Camera).
3. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share.
4. Tap the pictures or videos you want to share.
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To select multiple items, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the items
you want to include.

5. Tap Share

and then tap Bluetooth.

6. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete and send the files.
For more information, see Bluetooth.

Share Pictures and Videos on Facebook
You can share pictures and videos from your phone directly to your Facebook account. You need to
be logged in to your Facebook account to upload pictures and videos.
Note: Before you can use Facebook on your phone, you have to download and install the app from
Google Play.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gallery

2. Tap an album (such as Camera).
3. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share.
4. Tap the pictures or videos you want to share.
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To select multiple items, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the items
you want to include.

5. Tap Share

and then tap Facebook.

6. Add a caption and any other information you want for the photo and post it.

Share Pictures on Flickr
You need to be logged in to your Flickr account to upload pictures.
Note: Before you can use Flickr on your phone, you have to download and install the app from
Google Play.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gallery

2. Tap an album (such as Camera).
3. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share.

Camera and Video

4. Tap the pictures or videos you want to share.
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To select multiple items, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the items
you want to include.

5. Tap Share

and then tap Flickr.

6. Follow the onscreen instructions to add a description for the photo and upload it.
Note: If you are not logged in to your Flickr account, you will be prompted to log in and download the
Flickr Downloader application. Follow the onscreen instructions to proceed.

Share Pictures on Picasa
You need to be signed in to a Google Account to upload pictures to the Picasa™ picture organizing
service.
Note: Before you can use Picasa on your phone, you have to download and install the app from
Google Play.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Gallery

2. Tap an album (such as Camera).
3. Tap the album that contains the pictures or videos you want to share.
4. Tap the pictures or videos you want to share.
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To select multiple items, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the items
you want to include.

5. Tap Share

and then tap Picasa.

6. Select the online album where you want to upload the pictures, or tap
album.

to create a new

7. Tap Upload. You can view the pictures 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 an album (such as Camera).
3. Tap the album that contains the videos you want to share.
4. Tap the videos you want to share.

Camera and Video

To select multiple videos, touch and hold an image to turn on multiple select. Tap all the
videos you want to include.

5. Tap Share

and then tap YouTube.

6. Select the account that you want to sign in with.
7. Enter the prompted information, such as description and tags, and select a privacy option.
8. Tap

to start the uploading.

Camera Settings
You can adjust your camera’s settings using the icons on the main camera screen and the full
camera settings menu.
You can configure your camera’s settings to fit any situation and event.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Menu

>Camera

3. Select your desired settings.

Camera and Video

Apps and Features
The following topics detail many of your phone’s tools and features such as news services, maps
and navigation, calendar, clock, social networking apps, music, memos, and more.

Navigation Apps
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.

Enable Location Services on Your Phone
To begin using any location-based services, you must enable your phone’s location feature. For
information about setting your phone’s location options, see Location Access Settings.

Google Maps
Use the Google Maps app to determine your location, find directions, browse local businesses and
attractions, rate and review places, and more.
1. From home, tap Apps
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> Maps

If prompted, follow the onscreen instructions to accept terms of use.

2. Enter an address, city, facility name, etc., and then tap a candidate in the results list.
A map of the specified location opens.

Hangouts
Hangouts is Google's instant messaging service. Use to communicate with other Hangout users,
and also use video calling. Log in to a Google account beforehand (see Google Account).
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap

> Hangouts

to start a new Hangout.

3. Type a name, email, number, or circle, or select a contact from the list.
4. Type

to start a message chat or tap

to start a video chat.

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.

Google Search
Search information saved on the phone and in phone applications as well as on the Internet.
1. From home, tap the Google search bar or tap Apps

Apps and Features

> Google

If confirmation appears, follow onscreen instructions.
If a description for Google Now appears, tap Next and read information. Tap Enable on the
last page if you want to use Google Now.

2. Enter the keywords you want to find, and then tap

Search results appear.
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To search by voice, tap

in the search bar and speak your search terms.

Calculator
Your phone’s convenient built-in calculator lets you perform basic mathematical equations.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Calculator

2. Tap onscreen keys for calculations.
Calculation results appear.

Calendar
Use Calendar to create and manage events, meetings, and appointments. Your Calendar helps
organize your time and reminds you of important events. Depending on your synchronization
settings, your phone’s Calendar stays in sync with your Calendar on the Web, Exchange
ActiveSync calendar, Google Calendar, and Outlook calendar.
In order to sync with your Google calendar, you must sign in to a Google account on your phone.
See Google Account.

Calendar Operations
1. From home, tap Apps

> Calendar

2. On the Calendar screen, you can:
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Select Month, Week, and Day to switch between the month, week, and day views.
In month, week, or day view, swipe left or right to change the month, week, or day that is
displayed.

Add an Event to the Calendar
Add events to your calendar directly from the Calendar application.

Apps and Features

1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap New event

> Calendar

3. Enter an event title, start date/time, end date/time, etc., and then tap

The event is added to your calendar.

Selecting a Calendar
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If you have more than one calendar, select a calendar in which to add events:
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Select My Calendar to create an event that will appear only on your phone.
Select your Google Account to create a Google Calendar event. If you have several Google
Calendars on the Web, select one in which to add your event.
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You can create multiple Google Calendars only in Google Calendar on the Web. After
creating them in Google Calendar on the Web, you’ll be able to see them in the
Calendar application on your phone. For more information about creating and
managing multiple Google Calendars, visit the Google website: calendar.google.com.

If you have synchronized your phone with an Exchange ActiveSync account or Outlook on
your computer, you can also select these calendars.

Select PC Sync to create an Outlook Calendar event to sync with your computer.

Select Exchange to create an Exchange ActiveSync calendar event.

View Calendar Events
You can display the Calendar in daily, weekly, monthly, or agenda view. To change the Calendar
view, tap the Year, Month, Week, Day, Agenda, or Task tabs along the side.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Calendar

2. Tap a date and then tap an event.
The event details appear.
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In event details, tap Edit

Tap Delete

to edit the event.

and follow the prompts.

Sync Calendars
You can select which calendars you’d like to sync on your phone, along with what types of
information you want to sync.

Apps and Features

1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap Menu

> Calendar

> Calendars to display.

3. Select sync options by tapping the sliders next to each display option.
4. Tap Menu

> Calendars to sync.

The selected calendars sync.

Synchronize an Exchange ActiveSync Calendar
If you have set up a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account on your phone, you can also
synchronize Exchange ActiveSync calendar events on your phone. Calendar events on your
Exchange ActiveSync will also show in Calendar if you chose to synchronize with the Exchange
ActiveSync Server.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Accounts > Corporate.

2. Tap the account you want to synchronize.
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To confirm your sync settings, tap the swtich next to Sync Calendar to turn it on.

3. Tap Sync now.
Note: For information about adding an account, see Add an Exchange ActiveSync Account.

Clock
Your phone has a clock app that lets you set alarms, view time in time zones around the world, use
a stopwatch, set a timer, and use your phone as a desk clock.

Checking the Time
You can check the phone any time on your phone. The current time displays in the upper right
corner of the status bar. Many widgets and lock screens also display the time and provide options
for how time is displayed.

Setting Date and Time
Your phone automatically receives the current date and time from the wireless network. You can
set the date by hand by overriding the default setting.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Clock

2. Tap World clock tab.
3. Tap Settings

Apps and Features

> Date & time.

4. Tap the switch next to Automatic date & time to turn it off.
5. Tap Set time and select a time.
6. Tap OK.

Set Alarms
Set multiple alarms using your phone’s Clock app.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Clock

2. Tap the Alarm tab and then tap Add

3. Set the alarm options, including time, days, repeat pattern, alarm type, alarm tone, and volume,
and then tap

The alarm is set.

Additional Clock Features
Your phone’s clock app provides additional useful features including world clock, stopwatch, and
timer functions. All features are available from the clock app display.
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From home, tap Apps

> Clock

World Clock
The world clock lets you keep track of the current time in multiple cities around the globe.
1. From the clock app, tap World Clock.
2. Tap Add

and select a city.

3. Repeat to add multiple cities.

Stopwatch
The stopwatch lets you time events down to the hundredth of a second.
1. From the clock app, tap Stopwatch.
2. Tap Start

to begin timing.

3. Tap Pause
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to stop timing.

Additional options include Lap to keep track of laps, Restart to continue timing, and Reset to
reset the stopwatch to zero.

Timer
The timer provides a countdown timer for up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds.
Apps and Features

1. From the clock app, tap Timer.
2. Drag the red dot to set the timer.
3. Tap Start

to begin the timer.

4. Tap Pause

to stop timing.

5. Tap Reset

to clear the timer.

Safe
The safe helps you secure important files and protects your privacy.

Enable the Safe World Clock
1. From home, tap Apps

> Files

2. Under Categories or Local, tap Safe.
3. Tap Enable.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to enter your password and set up the security question, and
then tap Done.

Add Files to the Safe
1. From home, tap Apps

> Files

2. Under Categories or Local, tap Safe.
3. Enter the password, and then tap Done.
4. Tap Add.
5. Follow the onscreen instructions and select which files you want to add to the safe.
6. Tap Add to add the selected files to the safe.

Backup
The safe helps you secure important files and protects your privacy.

Back Up Data to Local Storage
1. From home, tap Apps

> Backup

2. Tap New backup.
3. Select the data you want to back up, and then follow the onscreen instructions to perform the
backup.
By default, backup data is saved to the HuaweiBackup folder in Files.
Apps and Features

Restore Data from Local Storage
1. From home, tap Apps

> Backup

2. Select the data you want to restore.
3. If the backup file is encrypted, follow the onscreen instructions to enter your password, and then
tap OK.
4. Select the data you want to restore, and then tap Restore.

Phone Manager
Phone Manager is Huawei's unique system management application that lets you better protect
and manage your phone. With Phone Manager, you can:
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Scan for problems and clean system trash to optimize your system.

Enable power saving mode to maximize your phone's standby time.

Block unwanted calls, messages, and notifications.

Optimize the System
Use the Wi-Fi settings menu to manually set your Wi-Fi connection options.
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Tap Scan or Touch to scan. You can view your phone's running status, clean system trash,
optimize the system, and eliminate security threats.
Tap Phone accelerator to display running applications and close those that are not needed.
Tap Storage cleaner to scan the cache, clean system trash, and remove infrequently-used
applications, installation packages and trash.

Power Saving
1. From home, tap Apps

> Phone Manager

2. Tap Power saving to check your phone's power consumption and extend your phone's
standby time. You can switch to difference power saving modes as required.

Harassment Filter
From home, tap Apps

> Phone Manager

. Then you can:

Tap Harassment filter to set a blacklist and whitelist to block unwanted messages and calls.

Tap Notification center to block unwanted push notifications from the specified applications.

Enable Do not disturb. Your phone will ring only when you receive calls from allowed
contacts. Tones and vibrations for other calls, messages, and notifications will be disabled.

Apps and Features

Security and Privacy
1. From home, tap Apps

> Phone Manager

2. Tap App lock to enable app lock and set the password for accessing locked applications.

Manage Data Usage
1. From home, tap Apps

> Phone Manager

2. Tap Traffic manager to configure data plan limits and warnings, and view detailed data usage
information.

YouTube
View videos uploaded to YouTube and upload your own videos to your YouTube account.

View YouTube Videos
You can use the YouTube app to view videos on YouTube even if you aren’t signed in to a YouTube
account.
1. From home, tap Apps
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> YouTube

If you’re prompted to provide confirmation to use the site, follow the onscreen instructions to
continue.

2. Search through the YouTube channels and tap a video you want to see.
The video plays on your phone screen.
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Tap the screen to pause or resume play while watching.

Post a Video to YouTube
You can post videos to your YouTube account from your phone. Before posting, you must set up a
YouTube account and sign in to it on your phone.
1. From home, tap Apps
2. Tap

> YouTube

> Uploads.

3. Select a video to upload.
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Enter a title, description, and tags, and select a privacy setting.

4. Tap

The video is uploaded to your YouTube channel.

Apps and Features

Google Play Music App
The Google Play Music app lets you browse, shop, and play back songs purchased from Google
Play as well as songs you have loaded from your own music library. The music you choose is
automatically stored in your Google Play Music library and instantly ready to play via streaming or
download.
For more information about Google Play Music, visit play.google.com/about/music.
Note: For information about loading music onto your phone, see Transfer Files Between Your
Phone and a Computer.

Play Music with Google Play
Use the Google Play Music app to listen to all your music on your phone. Compatible music file
formats include *.mp3, *.mid, *.amr, *.awb, *.3gp, *.mp4, *.m4a, *.aac, *.wav,*.ogg, *.flac, *.mkv.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Play Music

2. Flick the screen left or right to select a library category such as Artist or Albums.
3. Tap an item from the category window and then tap a song.

Google Play Music Screen Layout
The following diagram outlines the main features of the Play Music app player screen.

Feature
Back

Apps and Features

Description
Tap the thumbnail to return to the song list.

Feature

Description

Progress bar

Drag the slider to control the playback.

Music player controls

Use the buttons here to control the playback.

Options menu

View the information about the album or song.

Create Playlists in Google Play Music
Organize music into playlists to fit every occasion.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Play Music

2. Flick the screen left or right and select a library category such as Artist or Albums.
3. Tap

next to an item from the category window and then tap Add to playlist.

4. Tap New playlist.
5. Enter a name and tap CREATE PLAYLIST.
The playlist is created.
6. Return to the library view and select Albums or Songs.
7. Tap

next to an item and then tap Add to playlist.

The song or album is added to the playlist. Repeat to add more items to the playlist.

Adding Currently Playing Music to a Playlist
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From the player view, tap

> Add to playlist.

The music is added to the playlist.

Notepad
Use your phone’s notepad app to save text, memos, lists, and more.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Notepad

2. Tap New note and then enter your note's content.
3. Tap

Once the note is saved, you can also follow the onscreen instructions to share or delete the
note, or add it to your favorites.

Apps and Features

Connectivity
The following topics address your phone’s connectivity options, including USB file transfer and
tethering, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, IR connectivity, and more.

Transfer Files between Your Phone and a
Computer
You can use the supplied USB connector to connect your phone directly to your computer and
transfer music, pictures, and other content files.
For example, if you have a music album stored on your computer that you want to listen to on your
phone with any of the music apps, just attach your phone to the computer and copy the files to the
music folder.

File Transfer Tips
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If you want to save data to an SD card on your phone, make sure the SD card is installed and
active. See SD Card.

Avoid removing the battery or SD card while transferring data.

Data exchange may use the methods outlined in the following table:

Method

Description

Photos

Read, manage, and transfer multimedia files in your phone storage.

Files

Read, manage, and transfer files in your phone storage.

USB drive

If you have a SD card installed, you can use your phone as a USB storage
device, read data on the SD card, and transfer data to and from a computer.

Transfer Files between the Phone and a Computer
1. Connect your phone to your computer using the supplied USB/charging cable.
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Insert the larger end of the cable to the charger/accessory jack at the bottom of the phone.
Insert the USB end of the cable into an available USB port on your computer. You may
need to remove the USB cable from the charging head to access it.

2. Pull down the status bar to display the notification panel. Select either Photos or Files.
Any drivers required will be installed automatically on the computer.
3. Once the drivers are installed, double-click the new drive icon that appears on your computer to
view the images stored on your phone.
4. Select a folder (for example, Music for songs and albums) and copy files to it from your
computer.
5. When you are done, disconnect your phone from your computer.

Connectivity

The transferred files are now saved to your phone or SD card.

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 and Connect to a Wireless Network
Use the wireless and networks setting menu to enable your phone’s Wi-Fi radio and connect to an
available Wi-Fi network.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Wi-Fi.
3. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on.
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To disable Wi-Fi, tap the slider again.

4. Tap a Wi-Fi network to connect, enter the password (if it’s not an open network), and then tap
Connect.
Your phone is connected to the Wi-Fi network. You will see (
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) in the status bar.

The password, for a household wireless LAN router, is sometimes found on a sticker on the
router (WEP, WPA, KEY, etc.). Contact the router manufacturer for information. For
password for a public wireless LAN, check with user's service provider.
Entering a password is not required if an access point is not security protected.

Note: The next time your phone connects to a previously accessed secured wireless network, you
will not be prompted to enter the password again, unless you reset your phone to its factory default
settings or you instruct the phone to forget the network.
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.

Wi-Fi Settings
Use the Wi-Fi settings menu to manually set your Wi-Fi connection options.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Wi-Fi.
3. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on.
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To disable Wi-Fi, tap the slider again.

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4. Tap Menu

> Advanced settings.

5. Configure your Wi-Fi settings.
Your Wi-Fi settings changes are saved.

Disconnect Wi-Fi
You may wish to disconnect from a connected Wi-Fi network without turning Wi-Fi off.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Wi-Fi.
3. Tap the name of the connected access point and then tap Forget.
Wi-Fi is disconnected.
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After disconnecting from an access point, you may need to re-enter the password to
reconnect.

Wi-Fi Direct
Use Wi-Fi Direct to connect directly to other Wi-Fi Direct devices simply via Wi-Fi, without an
access point or via the Internet.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Wi-Fi.
3. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on.
4. Tap Wi-Fi direct.
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Wi-Fi Direct and Wi-Fi are unavailable at the same time.

5. Tap a device with which to connect.
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If connected via Wi-Fi, you will see a confirmation. Follow the onscreen instructions.

6. Accept the connection on the other device.
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If a connection is not accepted after a certain period, the connection request is cancelled.

To stop a connection, tap the connected device and then tap OK.

Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a
number of Bluetooth devices, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled
handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless phones. The Bluetooth communication range is
usually approximately 30 feet.

Connectivity

Bluetooth Hints
Question: Can’t use Bluetooth?
Answer: Is your phone in airplane mode? Bluetooth is unavailable in airplane mode.
Bluetooth Function Cautions
Information may not appear correctly on connected devices depending on the transferred data.

Bluetooth Information
Bluetooth is a technology that enables wireless connection with PCs, Bluetooth devices with handsfree features, etc.

Function

Description

Audio output

Listen to music, etc., wirelessly.

Hands-free calls

Call hands-free, using Bluetooth-capable hands-free devices and headsets.

Data exchange

Exchange data with Bluetooth devices.

Enable the Bluetooth Feature
Use the settings menu to enable or disable your phone’s Bluetooth capabilities.
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Wireless connection to all Bluetooth functions is not guaranteed for the phone.

The phone may not connect properly depending on the other device.

Noise may be experienced with wireless calls and hands-free calls depending on the conditions.

To enable Bluetooth
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Bluetooth.
3. Tap the slider to turn Bluetooth on.
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To disable Bluetooth, tap the slider again.

Tip: You can also turn Bluetooth on or off with the toggle menu in the notifications window. Drag the
status bar down to display the notifications window and then tap Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth on or
off.
Note: Turn off Bluetooth when not in use to conserve battery power, or in places where using a
wireless phone is prohibited, such as aboard an aircraft and in hospitals.

Pair Bluetooth Devices
Search for and pair nearby Bluetooth devices. Registered Bluetooth devices can be connected
simply.
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Enable the Bluetooth function on the Bluetooth devices being paired beforehand.

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To pair Bluetooth devices:
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Bluetooth.
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Nearby devices appear in the “Available devices” list.

If a target device is not detected, tap Scan to search again.

3. Tap a device from the “Available devices” list, and follow the onscreen instructions to pair with
the device.
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Methods to accept a Bluetooth connection differ depending on the devices used.

Unpairing from a Paired Device
1. From the Bluetooth settings menu, tap Settings
unpair.

next to the paired device you wish to

2. Tap Unpair.
The device is unpaired from your phone. To make another connection with the device, you will
need to pair again.

Connect to a Paired Bluetooth Device
You can listen to music over a Bluetooth stereo headset, or have hands-free conversations using a
compatible Bluetooth headset or car kit. It’s the same procedure to set up stereo audio and handsfree devices.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Bluetooth.
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Paired Bluetooth devices appear in the “Paired devices” list.

3. Tap a device from the “Paired devices” list.
The pairing and connection status is displayed below the device’s name in the Bluetooth devices
section. When the device is connected to your phone, the Bluetooth paired icon
is displayed in
the status bar. Depending on the type of device you have connected, you can then start using the
headset or car kit to listen to music or make and receive phone calls.
Note: Due to different specifications and features of other Bluetooth-compatible devices, display
and operations may be different, and functions such as transfer or exchange may not be possible
with all Bluetooth-compatible devices.

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Send Information Using Bluetooth
You can use Bluetooth to transfer information between your phone and another Bluetooth-enabled
device such as a phone or notebook computer.

Types of Data You Can Send via Bluetooth
You can send the following types of information, depending on the device you are sending to:
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Images and videos

Calendar events

Contacts

Audio files

In the instructions below, Contacts data is being used as an example.

Sending Contacts Data via Bluetooth
1. From home, tap Apps

> Contacts

You will see the Contacts list.
2. Tap a contact to send.
3. Tap Share contacts

> Bluetooth.

4. Tap a paired device to receive the data.
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If you see a message to confirm, follow the onscreen instructions.

Receive Data via Bluetooth
Your phone is capable of receiving a wide variety of file types with Bluetooth, including pictures,
music tracks, and documents such as PDFs.
1. When another device attempts to send a file to your phone via Bluetooth, you will see a request
to accept the file.
2. Tap Accept.
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When your phone receives a file, you will see a notification. To open the file immediately,
pull down the status bar to display the notification panel, and then tap the notification.
When you open a received file, what happens next depends on the file type:
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Media files and documents are usually opened directly in a compatible application. For
example, if you open a music track, it starts playing in the Music application.

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For a vCalendar file, select the calendar where you want to save the event, and then tap
Import. The vCalendar is added to your Calendar events. (For more information on
using the Calendar, see Calendar.)

For a vCard contact file, if there are multiple vCard files on your storage card, you can
choose to import one, several, or all of those contacts to your contacts list.

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Settings
The following topics provide an overview of items you can change using your phone’s Settings
menus.

Basic Settings
From the home screen, tap Apps

> Settings

to access your phone’s settings menu.

The table below outlines the top-level settings categories.

Category

Description

Wi-Fi

Enable and set Wi-Fi options.

Bluetooth

Enable Bluetooth connections.

Data traffic management Check your phone’s data usage.
Location access

Select your phone’s location access options.

Set additional wireless and network functions.

Display

Set wallpaper, brightness, etc.

Sound

Set ringtone, operation tones, etc.

Screen lock &
passwords

Set your phone’s lock screen options.

Accessibility

Set accessibility options such as screen magnification, hearing aid
compatibility, etc.

Access Settings
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Select settings.
Settings are made and applied.

Wi-Fi Settings Menu
The Wi-Fi settings menu lets you turn Wi-Fi on or off, set up and connect to available Wi-Fi
networks, and configure advanced Wi-Fi options.
For more information about Wi-Fi settings, see Wi-Fi.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Wi-Fi.
3. Tap the Wi-Fi slider to turn Wi-Fi on.
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To disable Wi-Fi, tap the slider again.

Settings

4. Tap a Wi-Fi network, enter the password, and tap Connect.
5. Configure your Wi-Fi settings.
Your Wi-Fi settings changes are saved.
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Advanced Wi-Fi Settings
The advanced Wi-Fi settings menu lets you set up and manage wireless access points.
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Enable Notification when Open Networks Are Available: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu
> Advanced Settings > Network notification.
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The setting is available when Wi-Fi is turned on.

Tap Network notification to turn the option on or off.

Set Timing for Pausing a Connection: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu
Settings > Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep and then select a setting.

Check MAC Address: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu
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> Advanced Settings.

MAC Address appears below “MAC Address.”

Check IP Address: From Wi-Fi settings, tap Menu
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> Advanced

> Advanced Settings.

IP Address appears below “IP Address.”

Bluetooth Settings
Your phone’s Bluetooth capabilities let you use wireless headsets, send and receive pictures and
files, and more. For details on your phone’s Bluetooth usage, see Bluetooth.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Bluetooth.
3. From the Bluetooth screen, configure these settings:
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Tap Turn on Bluetooth to turn Bluetooth On or Off.
Tap Visibility to enable or disable visibility to other Bluetooth devices. When your device is
visible, other devices can find your devices during a scan. Your device remains visible for
the period of time set in the Visibility timeout setting.
Tap Device name to rename the phone name.

Settings

Tap Search to search for visible Bluetooth devices. After searching, tap a device to pair with
it.
Tap Menu
> Visibility timeout to set the length of time your device is visible to other
devices when you turn on visibility.

Location Access Settings
Your Location Services settings menu lets you select how your phone determines its location (using
the wireless networks, GPS satellites, both, or neither).

Location Settings Overview
Your Location settings menu allows you to configure the following options.

Location Setting

Description

Access my location

Enable or disable your phone's location services.

Location mode

Select a locating method: High accuracy, Power saving, or GPS only.

Enable Location Services
Before using any features that require location assistance, you must enable your phone’s location
services.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Location access.
3. Tap Access my location.
Your phone’s location services are enabled.
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If you see a confirmation, follow the onscreen instructions to connect.

Access Location Settings
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Location access.
3. Configure the desired settings.
Your location settings are applied and saved.

Data Traffic Management Settings
Your phone's data usage control function lets you check and control your data usage.

Settings

1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Data traffic management.
3. From the Bluetooth screen, configure these settings:
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Tap Package settings to set the data usage limits.

Tap Traffic use ranking to view the data usage daily or monthly.

Tap Networked apps to view the networked applications on your phone.

More Settings
The More settings menu provides access to additional wireless and network options, such as
mobile networks, VPN, roaming, and more.

More Settings Options
Setting

Description

Airplane mode

Disable all settings that emit or receive signals. Phone stays powered on.

Mobile networks

Set a network mode, etc.

VPN

Add a Virtual Private Network (VPN).

Emergency Alerts

Set Emergency alerts.

Access More Settings Options
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Under Wireless & networks, tap More.
3. Set items.
Your settings are saved and implemented.

Display Settings
Adjusting your phone’s display settings not only helps you see what you want, it can also help
increase battery life.

Display Settings Overview
The sound settings menu allows you to configure the following options:

Display Setting

Description

Wallpaper

Set a wallpaper.

Font size

Set font size for display.

Settings

Display Setting

Description

Daydream

Enable or disable the screen saver. If this function is enabled, the screen
saver will run automatically while your phone is being charged.

Indicator light

Enable or disable the blinking indicator when you receive notifications.

Display carrier name

Enable or disable your carrier name in the status bar.

Display network speed

Display or hide the current network speed.

Brightness

Set the display brightness.

Sleep

Set when your screen turns off. When idle for a specified period, the screen
locks automatically to save battery power.

Auto rotate screen

Set whether your screen auto-rotates. If this function is turned on, your
screen's orientation will change automatically with the way you hold your
phone when you perform certain actions, such as browsing a Web page,
viewing a picture, or writing a message.

Access Display Settings
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Display.
3. Set your display options.
Your display settings are saved and applied.

Sound Settings
The sound settings menu lets you control your phone’s audio, from ringtones and alerts to tap tones
and notifications.

Sound Settings Overview
The sound settings menu allows you to configure the following options:

Sound Setting

Description

Volume

Set volume for ringtones, alarms, system features, etc.

Silent mode

Set silent mode.

Vibrate in silent mode

Enable or disable vibration when your phone is in silent mode.

Vibrate Type

Set vibration type.

Phone ringtone

Set your phone’s default ringtone.

Vibrate when ringing

Enable or disable vibration when your phone rings.

Default notification tone

Set a tone for default phone notifications.

Dial pad touch tones

Enable tones for phone dialer screen.

Touch sounds

Set tone options for screen tapes.

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Sound Setting

Description

Screen lock sound

Set a tone when locking/unlocking the screen.

Screenshot tone

Set a tone when taking a screenshot.

Vibrate on touch

Enable vibration when tapping the screen.

Emergency tone

Set a tone for incoming emergency alerts.

Access Sound Settings
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Sound.
3. Set your sound options.
Your sound settings are saved and applied.

Storage Settings
The storage settings menu lets you manage internal storage on your phone and provides menu
choices for an optional SD card (not included).
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Storage.
3. Check or tap items.
Review your storage settings.

Battery Settings
Monitor your phone’s battery usage through this settings menu. View which functions are
consuming your battery’s charge and at what percentage.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Battery.
3. Tap items to view details.
Check your battery condition and access additional options.

Applications Settings
Check installed applications and running applications.

Applications Settings Overview
Items that can be checked in the Apps settings menu are the following.

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Apps Setting

Description

Downloaded

Check downloaded apps.

On SD Card

Check apps on your optional installed SD card.

Running

Check running apps.

All

Check all apps.

Access Apps Settings
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Manage apps.
3. Tap items to view details.
Check your application settings condition and access additional options.
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Depending on the app and its location, you may be able to force the app closed, uninstall or
disable the app, clear cache and data, and more.

Security Settings
The Security settings menus let you set encryption options, password visibility, administrator
settings, and credential storage options.

Security Settings Overview
Many security settings are dependent on Screen lock settings, SIM lock settings, etc. The following
table outlines the main settings available through the Security settings menu:

Security Setting

Description

Encrypt phone

Encrypt all data on your phone.

Set up SIM card lock

Set your SIM card PIN.

Show passwords

Toggle to show or hide passwords when entering form data.

Device administrators

View or turn off device administrators.

Unknown sources

Allow or deny installation of apps from sources other than the Google Play
Store app.

Allow HiSuite to use HDB

Enable or disable connecting your phone with computer.

Revoke HiSuite to use HDB Revoke all HiSuite connection authorizations you have granted.
Storage type

Display storage type.

Trusted credentials

Display trusted CA certificates.

Install from SD card

Install certificates from SD card.

Clear credentials

Remove all certificates.

Trusted agents

View or deactivate trusted agents.

Apps with usage access

Set app access restriction.

Screen lock

Set your phone to be unlocked before using it.

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Access Security Settings
Before using any features that require location assistance, you must enable your phone’s location
services.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Security.
3. Set your security options.
Your security settings are applied and saved.

Lock Screen Settings
The lock screen settings let you set your method for unlocking your phone, customize lock screen
options, determine whether to show pop-up tips for unlocking the phone, and enter your owner
information to be displayed on the lock screen.

Screen Lock
You can increase the security of your phone by creating a screen lock. When enabled, you have to
draw the correct unlock pattern on the screen, enter the correct PIN, or enter the correct password
to unlock the phone’s control keys, buttons, and touchscreen.
In order from least secure to most secure, the available screen lock options are:
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None

Pattern

Password

Important: To protect your phone and data from unauthorized access, it is recommended that you
use the highest security level available (Password protection). It is also recommended you
frequently change your password to ensure the safety of your phone and personal data.

Access Screen Lock Settings
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Screen lock & passwords.
3. Tap Password.

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Use a Screen Unlock Pattern
1. From the Screen lock settings menu, tap Pattern.
2. Draw the screen unlock pattern by connecting at least four dots in a vertical, horizontal, or
diagonal direction. Lift your finger from the screen when finished.
3. Tap Continue.
4. When prompted, draw the screen unlock pattern again, and then tap Confirm.
5. Enter a backup PIN, tap Continue, re-enter the PIN, and tap OK to save your screen unlock
pattern.
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If you fail to draw the correct unlock pattern on the screen after five attempts, you will be
prompted to wait for 30 seconds before you can try again.

Use a Screen Unlock PIN
1. From the Screen lock settings menu, tap PIN.
2. Enter a PIN, tap Continue, re-enter your PIN, and tap OK to save the setting.
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If you fail to enter the correct PIN after five attempts, you will be prompted to wait for 30
seconds before you can try again.

Use a Screen Unlock Password
1. From the Screen lock settings menu, tap Password.
2. Enter a password, tap Continue, and then enter your password again and tap OK to save the
setting.
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If you fail to enter the correct password after five attempts, you will be prompted to wait for
30 seconds before you can try again.

Important: To protect your phone and data from unauthorized access, it is recommended that you
use the screen unlock password (highest security). It is also recommended that you frequently
change your password to ensure the safety of your phone and personal data.

Disable the Screen Lock
Follow the instructions below to turn off your current screen lock.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Screen lock & passwords.
3. Tap Password.
4. Draw your unlock screen pattern, enter your PIN, or enter your password.

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The screen lock is disabled.
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If you fail to enter the correct password after five attempts, you will be prompted to wait for
30 seconds before you can try again.

Language & Input Settings
Your phone’s language and input settings let you select a language for the phone’s menus and
keyboards, select and configure keyboard settings, configure speech input settings, and set your
phone’s mouse/trackpad options.

Language and Input Settings Overview
You can set the following options in the Language and input settings menu:

Language and Input Setting

Description

Language & region

Set the language for your display and menus.

Default keyboard

Set the default method for entering text.

Android keyboard

Set Android keyboard options.

Google voice typing

Set options for Google Voice text entry.

Spelling correction

Enable spelling correction when entering text.

Voice input

Set your voice search options.

Text-to-speech output

Set text-to-speech options.

Pointer speed

Set the speed of the pointer for a mouse/trackpad.

Access Language and Input Setting Options
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Language & input.
3. Set options.
The language and input settings are applied and saved.

Language and Input Options
Some of the language and input options are detailed below.
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Set the Display Language: From the Language and input settings menu, tap Language &
region and then tap a language to assign it.
Set Input Method: From the Language and input setting menu, tap Default keyboard and
then tap an input method.
Enable Voice Input: From the Language and input settings menu, tap Google voice typing
to toggle the option on or off.

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Set Voice Output when Using Voice Search: From the Language and input settings menu, tap
Voice input, tap a settings option, and follow the onscreen instructions.
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Set Output for Text-to-Speech Output: From the Language and input settings menu, tap
Text-to-speech output, tap a settings option, and follow the onscreen instructions.
Set Speed of Pointer for Mouse/Trackpad: From the Language and input settings menu,
tap Pointer speed, drag the bar to adjust the speed, and tap OK.

1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Language & region.

2. Tap an available language (English or Español).

Backup and Reset
Your phone’s Backup and reset menu lets you back up your phone’s data and settings to Google
servers before resetting your phone to the original factory settings. The Factory data reset erases
all data from the phone’s application storage, including:
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Your Google Account

All other email and social networking accounts

System and application data and settings

Downloaded applications

Backup and Reset Overview
The following options are available in the Back up and reset menu:

Backup and Reset Option

Description

Back up my data

Enable backup for application data, Wi-Fi passwords, and other
settings to Google servers.

Backup account

Select the account used to back up data.

Automatic restore

When reinstalling an application, backed up settings and data will be
restored.

Factory data reset

Reset all settings and delete all data on phone.

Performing a factory data reset erases all data on the phone. It is recommended that you back
up important data before performing a factory data reset.
Erased information cannot be restored. Only erase data after you are sure you have saved
everything you need.

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Access Backup and Reset Options
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Backup & reset.
3. Set options.
The backup and reset settings are applied and saved.
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If you’re performing a Factory Data Reset, follow the prompts to confirm the data removal.
The phone will erase all data and reboot.

Factory Data Reset
Tip: Before performing a factory data reset on your phone, you may want to unmount an installed
SD memory card to avoid losing any data you may have stored on it. From home, tap Apps
Settings

> Storage > Unmount SD card to unmount the storage card.

1. From the Backup and reset menu, tap Factory data reset.
2. Read the factory data reset information page and tap Reset phone.
3. Tap Reset phone.
Your phone will power down and reset itself, which may take up to 10 minutes.
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Once the phone has reset, it will run through the Hands Free Activation and update
processes again. When finished, you will see the Welcome screen and Setup application.
See Complete the Setup Screens to start over.

Accounts
The Accounts settings menu lets you add and manage all your email, social networking, and picture
and video sharing accounts.

Set Up a New Account
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Accounts > Add account.
3. Tap an account type and then follow the onscreen instructions to add the required account
information, and then tap Done.
The account is added to the accounts list.

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Manage Existing Accounts
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Accounts, and then tap the account you want to set.
3. Set your account settings, and then tap Done.
The account options are updated.

Date & Time Settings
Use the date and time settings menu either to automatically use the network-provided date and time
or manually set these values, as well as select time and date format options.

Date and Time Overview
The following date and time options may be configured:

Date and Time Option

Description

Automatic date & time

Set the date and time automatically via the connected wireless network.

Set date

Set the date manually (only available when Automatic date and time option
is disabled).

Set time

Set the time manually (only available when Automatic date and time option
is disabled).

Automatic time zone

Use the network time zone or set the time zone manually.

Select time zone

Set the time zone manually (only when Automatic time zone is disabled)

Use 24-hour format

Enable or disable 24-hour format.

Select date format

Set the date display format.

Dual clocks

Display dual clocks on the lock screen when roaming.

Access Date and Time Options
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Date & time.
3. Set available date and time options.
Your date and time settings are applied and saved.

Accessibility Settings
The Accessibility menu lets you enable and manage accessibility-related applications.

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1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Accessibility.
3. Set available accessibility options.
Your accessibility settings are applied and saved.

Service
Displays the services installed for Accessibilities use.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Accessibility.
3. Under Service, set the following options as you want.
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TalkBack: Tap the TalkBack switch (at the upper-right corner of the screen) to enable or
disable it. After you enable TalkBack and Explore by touch, you can use different
gestures to operate your phone.
Switch Access: Tap the Switch Access switch (at the upper-right corner of the screen) to
enable or disable it. Switch Access allows you to control your phone using configurable
key combination.

System
Allows you to configure the following system options.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Accessibility.
3. Under System, set the following options as you want.
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Captions: Tap the Captions switch to enable or disable it. Follow the onscreen instructions
to configure the Language, Text size, and Caption style.
Magnification gestures: Tap the Magnification gestures switch (at the upper-right
corner of the screen) to enable or disable it. After you enable this function, you can zoom in
and out by triple-touching the screen.
Power button ends call: Tap the switch next to Power button ends call to enable or
disable it. After you enable this function, you can end voice calls by pressing the Power/Lock
button.
Press volume button to answer: Tap the switch next to Press volume button to
answer to enable or disable it. After you enable this function, you can answer voice calls by
pressing the Volume button.

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Speak passwords: Tap the switch next to Speak passwords to enable or disable it.
Enable this function to allow voice confirmation of characters when inputting passwords.
Accessibility shortcut: Tap the Accessibility shortcut switch (at the upper-right corner
of the screen) to enable or disable it. After you enable this function, you can open
accessibility options quickly on any screen.
Text-to-speech output: Text-to-speech output provides audible readout of text, for
example, the contents of text messages, and the Caller ID for incoming calls.
Touch & hold delay: Configure the delay interval.
Persisten Notification: Tap the Persisten Notification switch (at the upper-right corner
of the screen) to enable or disable it. Enable this function to alert sound repeatedly when
there are unread notifications.

Display
Allows you to configure the display options.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Accessibility.
3. Under Display, tap Color correction to configure it.

Hearing
Allows you to configure the following hearing options.
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap Accessibility.
3. Under Hearing, set the following options as you want.
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Sound balance: Allows you to manually adjust the sound direction.
Mono audio: Tap the switch next to Mono audio to enable or disable it. After you enable
this function, you can change the sound to Stereo or Mono.
Disable all sounds: Tap the switch next to Disable all sounds to enable or disable it.
Enable this function to turn off all sounds.

About Phone
The about phone menu lets you access important phone information, search for and apply updates,
and view legal and safety information.

About Phone Overview
The following About Phone items may be reviewed or set:

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About Phone Item

Description

Model number

Check the phone’s model number.

Build number

Check the current phone's build number.

CPU

Check the current phone's CPU.

RAM

Check the current phone's RAM.

Internal storage

Check the current phone's internal storage.

Resolution

Check the current phone's resolution.

Android version

Check the Android version number.

Baseband version

Check the phone’s baseband version.

Kernel version

Check the phone’s kernel version.

Status

Check your phone’s status.

Legal information

Check copyright information, terms of use, etc.

Access About Phone Options
1. From home, tap Apps

> Settings

2. Tap About Phone.
3. Select or view available options.
Your phone information is displayed.

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For Assistance
The following topics address areas of support for your phone, including troubleshooting,
specifications, account information, warranty information, and customer service contact
information.

Troubleshooting
Check the questions and answers below for troubleshooting solutions for common phone issues.

Check Here First
Question: Phone freezes/operation is unstable.
Answer: Turn the phone on again. If you are unable to turn the phone off, remove and replace
the Battery, and then turn the phone on again. Data that was being edited is erased after your
phone is powered on again.
Question: Operation is unstable after a new application was installed.
Answer: The newly installed application may be the cause. Uninstall the application in Safe
mode. See Uninstall an App. To turn the phone on in Safe mode:
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To enable the Safe mode, with the phone turned off, press the Power/Lock button and then
press and hold the Volume down key until the device starts up.
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After turning the phone on in Safe mode, "Safe Mode" appears at lower left.

After restarting in Safe mode, your phone can be powered on as usual.

Before turning the phone on in Safe mode, it is recommended that you back up
important data.

By powering the phone on in Safe mode, added widgets may be deleted.

Question: Cannot use phone, mail, or Internet.
Answer 1: Check whether you are where signal is weak or out of service area.
Answer 2: Power the phone on again.
Answer 3: Is the phone in Airplane mode? To check that Airplane mode is cancelled:
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From home, tap Apps
Airplane mode.

> Settings

, under Wireless & networks tap More >

Answer 4: Is data communication disabled? To check that data communication is enabled:
l

From home, tap Apps

> Settings

> Data traffic management.

Answer 5: Is a disabled access point set? To reset to initial settings:

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From home, tap Apps

> Settings

, under Wireless & networks tap More >

Mobile networks > Access Point Names > Menu

> Reset to default.

Question: Battery level goes down quickly.
Answer: Are you where signal is weak or have been out of service area for a long period?
Calling where signal is weak or being out of service area uses a lot of Battery.
Question: Cannot install applications.
Answer: Applications cannot be installed with only a little free space on the phone or SD card.
To check free space, see Storage Settings. Applications not supported by your phone cannot
be installed.
Question: Cannot unlock screen.
Answer: Power the phone on again. If you are unable to turn the phone off, remove and
replace the Battery, and then power the phone on again. Data that was being edited is erased
after the phone is powered on again.

Specifications
The following tables list your phone’s and battery’s specifications.

Phone Specifications
Item

Description

Weight

Battery installed: Approx. 153 g

Continuous Talk Time

3G: Approx. 12 hours
GSM: Approx. 16 hours

Continuous Standby Time

3G: Approx. 300 hours
GSM: Approx. 300 hours

Charging Time

Approx. 2.5 hours

Dimensions (H x W x D)

Approx. 136 x 67.9 x 9.9 mm

Maximum Output

CDMA: 24 W
WCDMA: 23.5 W
GSM LB: 32.5 W
GSM HB: 29.5 W

Communication Speed

For Assistance

LTE Category 4: Up to 150.8 Mbps downlink/up to 51.0 Mbps uplink

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Battery Specifications
Item

Description

Voltage

3.8 V

Type

Lithium-ion

Capacity

2000 mAh

Dimensions (D x W x H)

Approx. 4.5 (max 4.7) x 41.5 x 83.5 mm

Boost Account Information and Help
Find out about managing your account online and on your phone, buying additional minutes for your
plan, and getting help.
For more information about your Boost Mobile account, as well as other Boost Mobile services, visit
us at: boostmobile.com.

Manage Your Account
Access information about your account. You can:
n

Check your minutes.

Re-Boost® (add money to your account).

Change plans.

And more.

From Your Phone
Access account information and other self-service tools from BoostZone.
n

> BoostZone

From home, tap Apps

You can also dial directly for access to certain information:
n

Dial

(#BAL) to check account balance.

Dial

(#ADD) to make a payment.

Dial
to launch BoostZone or call Boost Customer Care (depending on your
Settings) to get answers to other questions.

From Your Computer
n

Visit boostmobile.com, click My Account, and log in with your wireless phone number and
account PIN.

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From Any Other Phone
n

Boost Customer Care: 1-888-BOOST-4U (1-888-266-7848).

Re-Boost
Boost Mobile makes it easy to add money to your account. You decide exactly how and where you
want to pay. Keep your account active by using your phone and adding money to your account.

Pay with Cash
Find an Authorized Re-Boost Retailer near you. Pick up a Re-Boost Card or recharge for as low as
$10 at the register, where available.

Pay Anytime with a Credit/Debit Card
Dial
(#ADD) to add money from your phone or visit My Account at
boostmobile.com to do it online. Securely register your credit/debit card with Boost for more
convenient one-time payments or to set up easy Auto Re-Boost payments.

Set Up Worry-Free Payments with Auto Re-Boost℠
It’s the easiest way to make sure your account stays on and active. Use a credit card, debit card or
bank account—whatever’s best for you.
Visit boostmobile.com/reboost to get the details on all your Re-Boost options.

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, and

are trademarks or registered trademarks of Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.

Android™ is a trademark of Google Inc.
LTE is a trade mark of ETSI.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and
any use of such marks by Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. is under license.
Other trademarks, product, service and company names mentioned may be the property of their
respective owners.
To better understand how we protect your personal information, please see the privacy policy at
http://consumer.huawei.com/privacy-policy.

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Index
3
3-way Calling 46

A
About Phone 110
Accessibility Settings 108
Accessory Jack 3
Accounts
Add new 107
Manage 108
Settings 107
Activation and Service 15
Airplane Mode 21
Alarm 83
Android Keyboard 22, 105
Answer a Call 39
Apps
Find and install 26
Launch 19
List 20
Request refunds 26
Uninstall 27
Update 27
Apps and Features 79
Apps Settings 101
Auto Rotate Screen 100

B
Back Key 3
Back Up and Reset 106
Backup 84
Basiic Operations 18
Battery
Charge 11
Insert 9
Remove 10
Settings 101
Use 9
Bluetooth 91
Connect 93
Pair devices 92
Receive information 94
Send information 94
Settings 97
Share pictures and videos 75
Turn on or off 92

Index

Bluetooth Information 92
Bookmark 68
Boost Account Information and Help 114
Brightness 100
Browser 67
Bookmark 68
History 68
Launch connection 67
Settings 68

C
Calculator 80
Calendar 80
Add event 80
Sync 81
Sync Exchange ActiveSync calendar 82
View events 81
Call Forwarding 46
Call Logs
Make call from 41
Call Settings
Access 47
Options 47
Call Waiting 45
Caller ID Blocking 45
Camera
Launch from Gallery 70
Settings 78
Take a picture 70
Camera and Video 70
Capture Modes 71
Capture Screenshots 19
Car Kit
Connect 93
Charger/Accessory Jack 3
Chrome 69
Clock 82
Additional features 83
Set alarm 83
Stopwatch 83
Timer 83
World Clock 83
Conference Calling 46
Connectivity 89
Contacts 50
Add contact 50
Back up 53
Delete 52

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Edit 52
Import 53
Make call from 41
Save a phone number 51
Share 52
View 51

D
Data traffic Management Settings 98
Date & Time Settings 108
Device Administrators 102
Display Settings 99
Drag 14

E
Edit Pictures 74
Editing Text 23
Email 63
Add account 64
Add Exchange ActiveSync account 64
Compose and send 65
Delete account 66
Manage inbox 66
Options when reviewing messages 66
Setup 63
Share pictures and videos 74
View and reply 65
Emergency Numbers 38
Encrypt Device 102
Enhanced 9-1-1 (E 9-1-1) 39
Enter Text 22
Exchange ActiveSync
Add account 64
Extended Home Screen 32

F
Factory Data Reset 107
Files
Transfer between phone and computer 89
Flick 15
Folders 35
Font
Size 99
For Assistance 112

G
Gallery
View pictures and videos 73
Get Started 2

Index

Gmail 60
Add another account 63
Archive threads 62
Composition Options 60
Create account 24
Create and send message 60
Delete threads 62
Labels 61
Mute threads 62
New messages 61
Read and reply 61
Read messages 61
Report phishing 62
Report spam 62
Search messages 62
Share pictures and videos 74
Switch accounts 63
Google
Chrome 69
Create account 24
Hangouts 79
Google Account 24
Sign in 25
Google Maps 79
Google Play
Find and install apps 26
Help 27
Store 25
Google Play Music 87
Create playlists 88
Play music 87
Screen layout 87
Google Search 79
Google Voice Typing 105
GPS Satellites 98

H
Hangouts 79
Headset
Connect 93
Headset Jack 3
Home Screen
Add Folders 35
Add Shortcuts 35
Add Widgets 35
Basics 31
Customize 34
Extended 32
Layout 31
Home Screen and Apps List 18

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I
Import Contacts 53
In-Call Screen Layout and Operations 40
Incoming Call
Answer 39
Reject 39
Input Settings 105
Internet 55

K
Keyboard
Default settings 105
Touchscreen 22

L
Language 105
Language Settings 105
Location
GPS satellites 98
Wireless networks 98
Location Services 98
Lock Screen Settings 103

M
Manage Your Account 114
Maps 79
Messaging 55
MMS
Options 59
Send messages 56
More Settings 99
Multimedia Messaging
Share pictures and videos 75
Music
Google Play Music 87

N
Navigation
Google Maps 79
Navigation Apps 79
Notepad 88
Notification Icons 33
Notification Panel 34
Notifications 33

Index

Phone
Dialer 37
Parts and functions 2
Phone Calls 37
Answer 39
Emergency numbers 38
Place and Answer 37
Using Call Logs 41
Using contacts 41
Using phone keypad 37
Phone Interface 31
Phone Layout (illustration) 2
Phone Manager 85
Phone Number 20
Save to contacts 51
Phone Settings Menu 18
Phone Update
PRL 30
Profile 30
Software 28
Picasa
Share pictures 77
Pictures
Crop 74
Rotate 74
Share on Flickr 76
Share via Bluetooth 75
Share via messaging 75
Take with camera 70
View 73
Pictures and Videos
Share on Facebook 76
Share via email 74
Picures
Share via Picasa 77
Pinch 15
Play Music 87
Play Store 25
Find and install apps 26
Pointer Speed 105
Power Key 3
Power Off 12
Power On 12
PRL Update 30

R
O

Optional Services 41

Re-Boost 115
Reject Incoming Call 39
Ringtone 100

119

S
Safe 84
Save a Phone Number 51
Screen Lock 103
Disable 104
Screen Orientation
Portrait and Landscape 18
Screen Rotation 100
Screen Unlock Password 104
Screen Unlock Pattern 104
Screen Unlock PIN 104
SD Card 5
Format 8
Insert 5
Remove 7
Security Settings 102
Settings 96
Overview 96
Setup Screens 16
Share
Contacts 52
Silent Mode 21, 100
SIM Card 3
Slide 14
Sound Settings 100
Speaker 3
Specifications 113
Spread 15
Status Bar 32
Status Icons 32
Stopwatch 83
Storage
Settings 101
Swipe 14

T
Take Pictures and Record Videos 70
Tap 13
Text-to-Speech 105
Text and Multimedia Messaging 55
Text Editing 23
Text Entry 22
Text Messaging
Conversations 57
Draft messages 56
Notifications 56
Options 59
Send messages 55
Timer 83
Touch 13
Touch and Hold 13

Index

Touchscreen 13
Keyboard 22
Turn off 28
Turn on 28
Troubleshooting 112
TTY Mode 48
Turn Device Off 12
Turn Device On 12
Typing 22

U
Update Your Phone 28

V
Video Camera
Record video 72
Videos
Record 72
Share via Bluetooth 75
Share via messaging 75
Share via YouTube 77
View 73
Visual Voicemail 42
Listen to multiple messages 43
Options 44
Review 43
Set up 42
Settings 44
Voice Search 105
Voicemail
Display name 45
Greeting 44
Setup 41
Volume 100
Key 3

W
Wallpaper 34, 99
Web
Launch connection 67
Wi-Fi 90
Disconnect 91
Settings 90
Settings menu 96
Turn on and connect 90
Wi-Fi Direct 91
Widgets 35
World Clock 83

120

Y
YouTube 86
Post a video 86
Share videos 77
View videos 86

Z
Zoom 15

Index

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