Search And Web Browser; Getting Instant Information With Google Now - HTC Desire 601 User Manual

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Search and web browser

Search and web browser

Getting instant information with Google Now

Do you want to know the weather or your morning commute time before you start
your day? Google Now
—all without the search.
Depending on your location, time of day, and previous Google searches, Google Now
displays information cards that include:
§ The day's weather and the weather forecast for upcoming days.
§ The traffic conditions on your way to work or your commute back home.
§ The directions and travel time to your next appointment.
§ The next train or bus arriving at your platform or bus stop.
§ Your favorite team's score and stats while you enjoy the game.
Setting up Google Now
Before setting up Google Now:
§ Make sure that you're signed in to your Google account.
§ Turn location services on and make sure that you have an Internet connection. For
more information on location services, see
page 143.
1. Open the Google app. Or swipe up from the
2. The subsequent screens show examples of Google Now information cards. Tap
Next until you reach the Get Google Now! screen.
3. Tap Yes, I'm in. Google Now information cards will start to appear on the
Google search screen.
4. To see all available information cards, tap Show more cards.
More information cards will appear on the Google search screen as you use HTC
Desire 601 to search the Web, create appointments, and more.
™ delivers quick and up-to-date information that matters to you
Turning location services on or off
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