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  • Page 1: User Guide

    User Guide (UG template version 15a) [Boost-Samsung-SM-G900P-UM-Eng-030315-R6]...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ....................... Status Bar ................................................... Notification Panel Enter Text ............................Text Input Methods ........................Google Voice Typing ........................Samsung Keyboard ........................Swype ............................Tips for Editing Text ..................................................... Phone Calls ..........................Make Phone Calls Call Using the Keypad ........................
  • Page 3 Call a Number in a Text Message ....................Call a Number in an Email or Gmail Message ................Make an Emergency Call ......................Receive Phone Calls ........................... Phone Call Options ..........................Dialing Options ..........................Caller ID ............................Call Waiting ..........................3-Way Calling ..........................
  • Page 4 Sign In to Your Google Account ....................Access Gmail ..........................Send a Gmail Message ....................... Read and Reply to Gmail Messages ..................Samsung Account ..........................Email ..............................Add an Email Account ......................... Add a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account ................. Compose and Send Email ......................
  • Page 5 Find and Install an App ....................... Create a Google Wallet Account ....................Open an Installed App ........................ Uninstall an App .......................... Google Maps ............................Samsung/GALAXY Apps ........................Music Apps ............................Google Play Music ........................Music ............................NextRadio ........................... Google Play Movies & TV ........................
  • Page 6 Data Services General Information (Enhanced 4G LTE and 3G Networks) ........Enhanced 4G LTE ........................Data Connection Status and Indicators ..................Hotspot ..............................Virtual Private Networks (VPN) ......................Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection .................. Add a VPN ..........................Connect to a VPN ........................
  • Page 7 Calculator ............................Clock ..............................Drive ..............................Dropbox ............................. Download the Desktop Application ................... Accessing Dropbox on Your Device ..................Manually Uploading a Picture to Dropbox ................Google Docs ............................. Google Now ............................Google Search ..........................Help ..............................Memo ..............................My Files .............................
  • Page 8 Wi-Fi Settings ............................ Configure Wi-Fi Settings ......................Advanced Wi-Fi Settings ......................Wi-Fi Direct Settings ......................... Hotspot Settings ..........................Bluetooth Settings ..........................Tethering Settings ..........................Airplane Mode ........................... Data Usage Settings ......................... Location Settings ..........................More Networks Settings ........................Default Messaging App Settings ....................
  • Page 9 ........................... Backup and Reset Settings ....................... Language and Input Settings ......................Choose a Default Language ..................... Set a Default Input Method ....................... Samsung Keyboard Settings ....................Swype Settings ............................................Google Voice Typing Settings ........................Speech Settings Mouse/Trackpad Settings ......................
  • Page 10 Encryption ..........................Passwords ..........................Security Update Service ......................Credential Storage ........................Advanced Settings ........................Help ..............................Activate This Device .......................... System Update Settings ........................About Device Settings ........................Application Manager Settings ......................Default Applications Settings ......................Calendar Settings ..........................Call Settings ............................
  • Page 11 Manage Your Account ......................Re-Boost ........................... Copyright Information ........................Index ................................
  • Page 12: Get Started

    Get Started The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone and Boost Mobile service for the first time. Your Phone at a Glance The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary features. Set Up Your Phone Before using your new phone, you must install and charge the battery.
  • Page 13: Maintaining Water And Dust Resistance

    3. Replace the back cover, making sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps around the cover. Important: Before closing the cover, check to see if there is any foreign substance such as dust or sand between the rubber on the back of the cover and the sealing area. Note: Water-resistant and dustproof based on IP67 rating, which tests submersion up to 1 meter for up to 30 minutes.
  • Page 14 ● The back and USB/Accessory Port covers may be loosened slightly if the device is dropped or receives an impact. Ensure that all the covers are properly aligned and tightly closed. Otherwise, they may not provide protection from water and dust. ●...
  • Page 15: Activation And Service

    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.
  • Page 16 1. From the Welcome screen, select a language (if prompted) and tap START to get started. To skip any section where permitted, tap NEXT.  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.
  • Page 17 End User License Agreement – Read this document carefully, and then tap I understand  and agree to the terms and conditions above. If you wish to send Samsung error data to help improve your phone, tap Yes. Tap NEXT to continue.
  • Page 18 Add your account (Google) – A Google account provides you with a single account that can  be used for Google services, including Gmail, Play Store, and Hangouts. You can enter an existing Google account, create a new account, or skip this step. Each option is described below: •...
  • Page 19 Google services – Select your Google services options and then tap NEXT.  Samsung account – Sign in to or create a new Samsung account for access to various  Samsung apps and services such as GALAXY Apps. Note: If you entered or created a Google account earlier, then you have the option to sign in using your Google ID.
  • Page 20 Dropbox – Sign in to or create a new Dropbox account for access to cloud storage. If you do  not want to set up Dropbox, tap SKIP. 3. Enter a name for your device (optional), and then tap FINISH. Your setup is now complete. Follow the onscreen instructions to learn about basic tap menu navigation, view tutorials, or just get started.
  • Page 21: Set Up Voicemail

    Set Up Voicemail Your phone automatically transfers all unanswered calls to voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off. You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated. Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access. Note: Voicemail Password –...
  • Page 22: Phone Basics

    Phone Basics Your phone is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay connected to the people and information that are important to you. The following topics will introduce the basic functions and features of your phone. Your Phone’s Layout This illustration outlines your phone’s basic layout.
  • Page 23 ● Power/Lock Key: Lets you turn the phone on or off, turn the screen on or off, or lock the screen. Press and hold for a Device options menu, where you can turn the phone off or restart it, or for easy access to Airplane mode, Emergency Mode, and to Mute, Vibrate, and Sound modes.
  • Page 24: Turn Your Phone On And Off

    Turn Your Phone On and Off Use the Power/Lock key to turn the phone on or off. Turn the Phone On ■ Press and hold the Power/Lock key. Turn the Phone Off 1. Press and hold the Power/Lock key to display the device options menu. 2.
  • Page 25: Features

    Features Your phone offers new features for using motions and gestures to interact with your phone. Motions and Gestures Control your phone by making specific gestures with your hand above the phone’s screen. ● Air browse: When on, you can scroll through pages, or move to the previous or next item, by moving your hand up and down, or left and right, over the screen.
  • Page 26: Multi Window

    Multi Window Multi window allows you to use two apps on the same screen, in separate, resizable windows. Turn Multi Window On or Off Turn Multi window on or off in Settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Multi window.
  • Page 27 1. Tap the Multi window tab to display the tray, and then drag apps to the windows. 2. You can also use these Multi window options: Adjust the size of apps in Multi window: Drag the border between the windows to a new ...
  • Page 28: Touchscreen Navigation

    Touchscreen Navigation Your phone’s touchscreen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures. When you want to type using the onscreen keyboard, select items onscreen such as application and settings icons, or other items, simply tap them with your finger. Touch and Hold To open the available options for an item (for example, a contact or link in a Web page), touch and hold the item.
  • Page 29 Swipe or Slide To swipe or slide means to quickly drag your finger vertically or horizontally across the screen. Drag To drag, touch and hold your finger with some pressure before you start to move your finger. While dragging, do not release your finger until you have reached the target position. Phone Basics...
  • Page 30 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. Rotate For most screens, you can automatically change the screen orientation from portrait to landscape by turning the phone sideways.
  • Page 31: Your Home Screen

    Pinch and Spread “Pinch” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out or “spread” the screen to zoom in when viewing a picture or a Web page. (Move fingers inward to zoom out and outward to zoom in.) Tip: Pinching any home screen will show you options to customize home screens, or tap a thumbnail to go straight to another screen.
  • Page 32: Customize Your Home Screen

    Customize Your Home Screen You can customize your home screen by adding shortcuts, shortcuts, folders, widgets, and more. Create a Shortcut Use shortcuts to launch an app from the home screen. 1. From home, tap Apps. 2. Touch and hold an app icon, and then drag it to a home screen and release it. Move a Shortcut Move a shortcut to another home screen.
  • Page 33 Note: If there are already five primary shortcuts, the new shortcut will replace one of the existing shortcuts. Add a Widget Widgets are self-contained apps that display on a home screen. Unlike a shortcut, the Widget works like as an onscreen application. There are all kinds of widgets, including links to a specific contact, Internet ®...
  • Page 34: Extended Home Screens

    2. Tap Home screen settings, and then enable or disable these options: Transition effect: When enabled, a page-turning effect displays as you scroll through the  home screens. My Magazine: When enabled, My Magazine displays on the far-left home screen. For more ...
  • Page 35: Status Bar

    Status Bar The Status bar displays icons to notify you of your phone’s status, as well as notifications. Status Icons Icon Description Bluetooth is on. Bluetooth is on, and your phone is connected to another device. Wi-Fi is on. Wi-Fi networks available. Sound is set to Vibrate.
  • Page 36 Notification Icons Icon Description Missed call. New email. New Gmail. New message. New voicemail. New Hangouts message. New Boost Zone message. Calendar Event alert. USB 2.0 or lower connection. USB 3.0 connection. App update(s) available. App update(s) successful. Downloading is in progress. Keyboard active (choose input method).
  • Page 37: Notification Panel

    Notification Panel The Notification panel displays details about your phone’s status, and it provides easy access to common settings and features. Use the Notification Panel 1. Open the Notification panel by swiping your finger down from the Status bar at the top of the screen.
  • Page 38: Enter Text

    Google voice typing allows you to speak your entries. ● Samsung keyboard allows you to enter text by touching keys on a virtual QWERTY keyboard. Samsung keyboard includes optional predictive text, which matches your key touches to common words so you can select a word to insert it into your text.
  • Page 39: Samsung Keyboard

     keyboards. to switch to Google Voice typing to enter text by speaking.  If you have more than one language selected in Samsung Keyboard settings, you can swipe  your finger over to switch between languages. Configure Samsung Keyboard ■...
  • Page 40: Tips For Editing Text

    Use Swype to Enter Text 1. From a screen where you can enter text, drag down from the top of the screen to open the Notification panel, and then tap Select keyboard > Swype. 2. Swipe your finger continuously over the letters to form a word. As you swipe over letters, words matching your pattern display at the top of the Swype keyboard.
  • Page 41: Phone Calls

    Phone Calls 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. Make Phone Calls There are several convenient ways to place calls from your phone. Call Using the Keypad The most “traditional”...
  • Page 42: Call A Number In A Text Message

    Call a Number in a Text Message While viewing a text message, you can place a call to a number that is in the body of the message. For more information, see Text and Multimedia Messaging. 1. From home, tap Messages.
  • Page 43: Receive Phone Calls

    Receive Phone Calls When you receive a call, you can accept the call, or reject the call to send it to voicemail. You can also reject a call with a message, to send a text message to the caller. Note: If your phone is turned off, all calls automatically go to voicemail. Answer an Incoming Call When you receive a phone call from a number stored in Contacts, the contact’s information displays on the screen.
  • Page 44: Phone Call Options

    Phone Call Options The Phone app provides many useful features and options to help you make the most of your calling experience. Dialing Options Several options are available when dialing a phone number. 1. From home, tap Phone. 2. While dialing a call, tap More for options, including: Add 2-sec pause (,): Insert a 2-second pause into the number you are dialing.
  • Page 45: Call Waiting

    Call Waiting When you’re on a call, your phone notifies you by displaying the call information on the screen, and vibrating, if you’ve set up vibration for incoming calls. Respond to an Incoming Call While You’re on a Call ■ Slide to the right.
  • Page 46: In-Call Options

    Deactivate Call Forwarding 1. From home, tap Phone. 2. Tap 3. Tap . A tone plays to confirm the deactivation of Call Forwarding. In-Call Options While you are on a call, you can use options to find information or multitask during the call. ●...
  • Page 47: Voicemail

    ● More options for the following: Contacts: Launch Contacts.  Memo: Launch Memo, to create memo during a call.  Messages: Launch Messages, to create a new message.  Personalize call sound: Adjust sounds on the call to your preferences. ...
  • Page 48: Voicemail Notification

    Use Visual Voicemail to Access Your Messages 1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail. 2. Tap an entry to listen to the message. Note: You are charged for airtime minutes when you access voicemail from your wireless phone. Use Another Phone to Access Messages 1.
  • Page 49: Set Up Visual Voicemail

    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, see Voicemail Setup.
  • Page 50: Visual Voicemail Options

    Visual Voicemail Options Your Visual Voicemail options appear as icons at the bottom of the voicemail review screen. Note: Not all options are available for all messages. 1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail. 2. The following options are available when viewing new voicemail messages: Subscribe: Subscribe to the premium Voice-to-Text transcription service.
  • Page 51: Configure Visual Voicemail Settings

    Configure Visual Voicemail Settings The Visual Voicemail settings menu lets you access settings for notifications, pictures, greetings, and more. 1. From home, tap Apps > Voicemail. 2. Tap More options > Settings. Select an option to change its settings. Note: Voicemail settings can also be accessed in Settings. From home, tap Apps >...
  • Page 52 2. While viewing the list of calls, you can use these options: Tap the menu to display All calls, Missed calls, Dialed calls, Received calls, or  Rejected calls. Tap a call to display the call record, where you can tap to return the call, or to send a ...
  • Page 53: Access Call Settings

    Send a Number from Logs You can send a number from a call record in a text message. 1. From home, tap Phone > Logs. 2. Tap a call record, and then tap More options > Send number. 3. Enter recipients for the message, and then tap Send.
  • Page 54: Contacts

    Exchange Server or Microsoft Outlook account set up on your phone. ● Samsung account contacts are synchronized between your phone and your Samsung account, if you have a Samsung account set up on your phone. ● Device contacts are stored locally on the phone.
  • Page 55: Access Contacts Settings

    Access Contacts Settings Choose options for contacts, including choosing how contacts display, importing and exporting contacts, and more. You can access Contacts Settings in two ways: ● From the Contacts app: From home, tap Contacts > More options > Settings > Contacts.
  • Page 56: Save A Phone Number

    Save a Phone Number You can save a phone number to Contacts directly from the phone keypad. 1. From home, tap Phone. 2. Enter a phone number using the onscreen keypad. 3. Tap Add to Contacts and then tap CREATE CONTACT or UPDATE EXISTING. 4.
  • Page 57: Assign A Ringtone To A Contact

    Assign a Ringtone to a Contact You can assign a special ringtone to individual contacts for more personalization. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap a contact to display it, and then tap the Ringtone field. 3. Choose a ringtone preloaded on your phone, or tap ADD to choose a song from Music. 4.
  • Page 58: Save A Business Card As A Contact

    Save a Business Card as a Contact Take a picture of a business card and your phone recognizes the information to save the business card in Contacts, and create a new contact from the info on the business card. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
  • Page 59: Favorites

    Remove Speed Dials 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts. 2. Tap More options > Speed dial, and then tap X beside the speed dials you want to remove. Make a Call with a Speed Dial 1. From home, tap Phone.
  • Page 60: Groups

    Groups You can use groups to organize your contacts. Your phone comes with preloaded groups, and you can create your own. You might create a group for your family, for coworkers, or a team. Groups make it easy to find contacts, and you can send messages to the members of a group. Create a Group 1.
  • Page 61: Share Contacts

    Send a Message to a Group You can send a message to members of a group, if the members have a telephone number stored in their contact record. A message to multiple recipients is treated as a group conversation. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
  • Page 62: Export And Import Contacts

    Share a Name Card When you share a name card, the contact’s information is sent as a vCard file (.vcf). You can attach a vCard to a message, or save it to a storage location. 1. From home, tap Apps > Contacts.
  • Page 63: Accounts And Messaging

    Accounts and Messaging With your phone’s messaging capabilities, you have the opportunity to share information through many different channels and accounts. Google Account Many of your phone’s applications, such as Gmail, Google Maps, Google Hangouts, and the Google Play Store, require a free Google Account. To use these applications, you must set up your Google Account on your phone.
  • Page 64: Send A Gmail Message

    2. Do any of the following: Swipe your finger up the screen to view more messages and conversations.  Tap a message or conversation to read it.  If you have more than one Google Account set up on your phone, tap the menu at the top of ...
  • Page 65: Samsung Account

    Samsung Account Create a Samsung account, for access to Samsung apps and services. When you sign in to your Samsung account on your phone, you can access Samsung-specific content and features. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Accounts >...
  • Page 66: Add A Microsoft Exchange Activesync Account

    3. Tap Add and follow the prompts to enter your log in credentials and configure options for the account. Note: You can also add email accounts from Settings. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Accounts > Add account > Email. Add a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account You can set up your Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account on your phone, to sync your email, Contacts, and Task information between your phone and account.
  • Page 67: Reply To Or Forward Email

    2. From the Inbox, tap Compose. 3. Tap fields to compose your message: Tap the To field and enter the recipient’s email address. You can add multiple message  recipients. To send a carbon copy (Cc) or a blind carbon copy (Bcc) of the current email to other ...
  • Page 68 Synchronize an Email Account Whatever your automatic synchronization settings are, you can also synchronize your sent and received email messages manually at any time. 1. From home, tap Apps > Email. 2. Select an email account. If you are already in an email account, tap the account name field (upper-left) to open the ...
  • Page 69: Edit Email Settings

    Edit Email Settings You can edit general preferences, which apply to all email accounts, or configure settings for specific email accounts, such as email address and password, name display and signature, frequency of retrieval, and more. You can access Email settings in two ways: ●...
  • Page 70: Send A Multimedia Message (Mms)

    3. Tap Enter recipients, and then enter a contact name, a mobile phone number, or an email address using the onscreen keyboard. As you enter letters, possible matches from your accounts and contacts display on the screen. Tap a match to add it to the message. 4.
  • Page 71: Save And Resume A Draft Message

    Save and Resume a Draft Message If you tap Back while composing a text or multimedia message, or leave the Messages screen, the message is automatically saved as a draft. To resume composing a Draft message: 1. From home, tap Messages.
  • Page 72 View a Multimedia Message (MMS) 1. From home, tap Messages. 2. From the message list, tap a message to display it. 3. While the message is open, tap the play icon (on a video or audio file) to play back the file or tap an image to view a picture.
  • Page 73: Access Messages Settings

    3. Select the conversations you want to delete, and then tap DONE > DELETE. Note: Locked messages will not be deleted, unless you select the Include protected messages check box before confirming the deletion. Delete a Message 1. From home, tap Messages.
  • Page 74: Youtube

    4. Tap Install, and then tap Accept. 5. When the download and installation is complete, tap Open. To open the app from the home screen, tap Apps > Facebook. Sign in to Your Facebook Account from Settings 1. From home, tap Apps >...
  • Page 75: Hangouts

    Hangouts Hangouts is an application for instant messaging offered by Google. Conversation logs are automatically saved to a Chats area in your Gmail account. This allows you to search chat logs and store them in your Gmail accounts. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
  • Page 76: Apps And Entertainment

    Apps and Entertainment All your phone’s features are accessible through the Applications list. Note: Available apps and services are subject to change at any time. Google Play Store The Google Play Store app is the place to go to find new Android apps, games, movies, music, and books for your phone.
  • Page 77: Create A Google Wallet Account

    Create a Google Wallet Account You must have a Google Wallet account associated with your Google Account to purchase items from the Google Play Store app. The first time you turn on your phone, the setup process will prompt you to create a Google Wallet account.
  • Page 78: Samsung/Galaxy Apps

    Discover apps designed exclusively for your Galaxy phone. Note: Your phone may only have Samsung Apps. Once you tap the icon to use the app store, you are prompted to update the app. Once updated, the Samsung Apps icon is replaced with the GALAXY Apps icon.
  • Page 79: Play Music

    When you close the Music screen, playback will continue in the background, so you can listen to music while you use other features of your phone. When music is playing in the background, you can access playback controls from the Notification panel. Play Music 1.
  • Page 80 Set a Song as a Ringtone or Alarm Tone You can set a song as a ringtone for all incoming calls, or for a contact. You can also set a song as an alarm tone. 1. From home, tap Apps > Music.
  • Page 81: Nextradio

    View as: Choose a format for displaying items.  Delete: On the Tracks or Playlists tabs, you can choose songs to delete, or delete playlists.  Music square: Create a playlist based on mood using the songs on your phone. ...
  • Page 82: Google Play Books

    Learn more about Google Play Movies & TV at play.google.com/about/movies. ■ From home, tap Google folder > Play Movies & TV. Google Play Books Discovering your favorite books and authors has never been easier. With Google Play Books, you can shop the world's largest selection of eBooks and read them anywhere you like on a tablet, phone, eReader, or the Web.
  • Page 83: My Magazine

     Read and agree to the terms and conditions, and then tap NEXT.  Sign in to your Samsung account if you have not already done so. For more information, refer  Samsung Account. You must sign in to a Samsung account to set and save goals, and use other advanced S Health features.
  • Page 84 Weight: Track your weight and BMI (body mass index).  Sleep: Samsung wearable devices (not included) can record your sleep data and sync it with  Sleep in S Health. Stress: Measure your stress level using your heart rate variable.
  • Page 85: S Voice

    ● You have high blood pressure or high cholesterol; ● You have impaired glucose tolerance, also called pre-diabetes. When in Doubt Check it Out If you are unsure of your health status, have several health problems, or are pregnant, you should speak with your doctor before starting a new exercise program.
  • Page 86: Boost Music

    Boost Music Discover millions of DRM-free music tracks, ring tones, and ringback tones from Boost’s official music store and player. ■ From home, tap Apps > Boost Music. Boost Wallet Boost 411 gives you access to a variety of services and information, including residential, business, and government listings;...
  • Page 87: Uber

    Uber Search and find transportation service using the Uber app. Request a ride and get picked up within minutes. ■ From home, tap Apps > Uber. Apps and Entertainment...
  • Page 88: Web And Data

    Web and Data The following topics address your phone’s data connections and the built-in Web browser. Additional data-related features can be found in Accounts and Messaging, Apps and Entertainment, and Tools and Calendar. Your phone’s data capabilities let you wirelessly access the Internet or your corporate network through a variety of connections.
  • Page 89 Scan and Connect to a Wi-Fi Network 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > Wi-Fi. 2. The network names and security settings (Open network or Secured) of detected Wi-Fi networks are displayed. When you select an open network, you will be automatically connected to the network. ...
  • Page 90: Internet

    Internet Your phone’s Internet browser gives you full access to both mobile and traditional websites on the go, using your phone’s 3G or 4G mobile data or Wi-Fi connections. ■ From home, tap Internet. Note: The first time you launch Internet, you may be prompted to enter your 10-digit wireless phone number to access the Boost Mobile home page.
  • Page 91: Data Connection Status And Indicators

    Set Your Network Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings > More networks > Mobile networks > Network mode. 2. Select LTE/CDMA or CDMA. The phone will scan for the best available network and will automatically connect to it. When your phone is connected to the Enhanced 4G LTE network, the icon appears in the Status bar.
  • Page 92: Virtual Private Networks (Vpn)

    2. Tap Hotspot, and then tap the ON/OFF switch to turn Hotspot on or off. Connect a Device to Your Phone’s Hotspot When you connect a device to your phone’s Hotspot feature, the device can access your phone’s connection to the mobile data network. 1.
  • Page 93: Add A Vpn

    3. Choose a screen lock: Pattern, PIN, Password, or Fingerprint. 4. Follow the prompts to configure the screen lock. For more information, see Screen Lock. Add a VPN Configure a connection to a VPN. You must have a PIN or Password screen lock set before adding a VPN.
  • Page 94: Connect To A Vpn

    Identity: Enter the Key ID.  Pre-shared key: Enter the PSK.  Show advanced options: Tap to set other options, depending on the type of VPN.  • Extended authentication • Aggressive mode • Perfect forward secrecy (PFS) • Disable split tunneling •...
  • Page 95: Camera And Video

    Camera and Video Use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. Camera You can use the camera or camcorder to take and share pictures and videos. Open the Camera Follow the below procedure to access your phone’s camera. ■...
  • Page 96: Take A Picture

    Take a Picture You can take pictures with your phone’s front or back camera, or combine shots with Dual mode. 1. From home, tap Camera. 2. Using the phone’s screen as a viewfinder, compose your shot by aiming the camera at the subject.
  • Page 97: Review Pictures And Videos From The Camera

    Review Pictures and Videos from the Camera After you take a picture or record a video, you can review and edit it right from the camera, using special Studio options. Review and Edit a Picture from the Camera 1. From home, tap Camera.
  • Page 98: Configure The Camera

    Delete: Erase the current video.  More options: Choose other options.  Configure the Camera Camera settings are special options that you can choose, right on the camera screen, to make taking pictures or recording videos easy, and to make your pictures or videos special. Customize Shortcuts The Camera screen offers two customizable shortcuts, to give you the ability to choose favorite settings on the fly.
  • Page 99 Choose Camera Settings 1. From home, tap Camera. 2. Tap Settings to configure options (listed in alphabetical order): Audio zoom: While recording videos, zooming in on an object will amplify sound from  that area and diminish other surrounding sound. Auto night detection: Your device will automatically detect low light levels and adjust ...
  • Page 100: Gallery

    Remote viewfinder: When turned on, you can take pictures using the viewfinder of a  connected device. Your device and the remove device must be connected via Wi-Fi Direct connection to use this option. Reset settings: Reset the camera settings. ...
  • Page 101 If you have pictures or videos stored on an optional memory card (not included), they will be display folders they are stored in, and folders are treated as albums. The actual folder names will be used as the album names. If you have downloaded any photos and videos, these will be placed in the All downloads album.
  • Page 102: View Photos And Videos

    View Photos and Videos After selecting an album from the Albums tab, you can browse the photos and videos of that album in either photo pile or grid view. Tap a photo or video to view it in full screen. View Photos 1.
  • Page 103: Working With Photos

    View Videos Note: If no icons are displayed on the screen in addition to the picture, tap anywhere on the screen to display them. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Tap a video to select it. When the video is displayed full-screen, you can use these options: Share: Choose an option for sharing the video.
  • Page 104: Share Photos And Videos

    Crop a Photo To crop your photos, follow the below procedures. 1. From home, tap Apps > Gallery. 2. Select a folder location (such as Camera) and tap an image to view your picture. 3. Tap More options > Crop. 4.
  • Page 105 Send a Photo or Video by Multimedia Message Although you can send several photos or videos in a multimedia message, it may be better to send one at a time, especially if the files are large in size. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
  • Page 106: Google Photos

    From home, tap Google > Photos. Video Player Play videos stored on your phone, or from your other devices (you must sign in to your Samsung account to play videos synced from your other devices). 1. From home, tap Apps >...
  • Page 107: Tools And Calendar

    Tools and Calendar Learn how to use many of your phone’s productivity-enhancing apps and features. Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range communications technology that allows you to connect wirelessly to a number of Bluetooth phones, such as headsets and hands-free car kits, and Bluetooth-enabled handhelds, computers, printers, and wireless phones.
  • Page 108: Reconnect A Headset Or Car Kit

    The pairing and connection status is displayed below the hands-free headset or car kit name in the Bluetooth devices section. When the Bluetooth headset or car kit is connected to your phone, (Bluetooth connected) displays in the Status bar. Depending on the type of headset or car kit you have connected, you can then start using the headset or car kit to listen to music or make and receive phone calls.
  • Page 109: Send Information Using Bluetooth

    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. The first time you transfer information between your phone and another device, you need to enter or confirm a security passcode. After that, your phone and the other device are paired, and you will not need to exchange passcodes to transfer information in the future.
  • Page 110: Receive Information Using Bluetooth

    5. If prompted, accept the connection on the receiving phone, and enter the same passcode on both your phone and the other device, or confirm the auto-generated passcode. 6. On the receiving device, accept the file. Receive Information Using Bluetooth Your phone is capable of receiving a wide variety of file types with Bluetooth, including photos, music tracks, and documents such as PDFs.
  • Page 111: Add An Event To The Calendar

    My calendar: Calendar entries that are stored locally on the phone and not part of an  account. Samsung Calendar: Calendar entries that are synchronized between your phone and your  Samsung account. Google/Gmail: Calendar entries that are synchronized between your phone and your ...
  • Page 112: Event Alerts And Reminders

    Tap a sticker to add an sticker to the event.  Tap the Time zone to adjust the time zone.  7. Tap SAVE to store the new event and synchronize it with your selected account. Event Alerts and Reminders When your phone is turned on and you have an event alarm scheduled, your phone alerts you and displays the event summary.
  • Page 113: Delete Events

    ● Agenda view shows a list of events in chronological order. ● The color bars on the left side of the events indicate the type of calendar that includes the event. ● When in Day view, slide left or right across the screen to view earlier or later days. Month and Agenda View Month and Agenda view shows the month, with a list of events for the month below.
  • Page 114: Calculator

    In Month view, tap the date where the calendar event occurs, and then tap the calendar  event. In Year view, tap the month in which the event is located.  3. Tap the event, and then tap Delete. 4. In the Delete confirmation box, tap OK. –...
  • Page 115: Drive

    Time: Choose a time for the alarm.  Days: Choose the days to use this alarm.  Repeat weekly: When enabled, the alarm will repeat every week on the selected days.  Alarm type: Choose whether the alarm will use sound, vibration, or vibration and sound to ...
  • Page 116: Download The Desktop Application

    Dropbox creates a folder that automatically synchronizes its contents across all of your connected devices on your account. Update a file to your Dropbox on your computer, and it’s automatically updated to the same folder on your other devices. Download the Desktop Application Follow the procedures below to download the desktop application.
  • Page 117: Google Now

    More options and select one of the following:  • Select: Choose memo(s), to delete them or for other options like sharing or printing. • Delete: Select memo(s) to erase. • Account: Access your Samsung account, to sync memos with your account. Tools and Calendar...
  • Page 118: My Files

    My Files My files allows you to manage your manage your sounds, images, videos, Bluetooth files, Android files, and other memory card data in one convenient location. This application allows you to launch a file if the associated application is already on your phone. 1.
  • Page 119: Polaris Office 5

    Polaris Office 5 ® ® Polaris Office Mobile for Android is a Microsoft Office compatible office suite. This application provides a central place for managing your documents online or offline. Polaris Office lets you open, create, and edit Word documents, PowerPoint presentations, Excel ®...
  • Page 120: Use Your Smart Remote To Control Your Tv

    5. Aim your phone at the TV, and then tap Power to turn on your TV. Be sure the Infrared Transmitter on the top of your phone is pointed at the TV. 6. Confirm the codes: If the TV turned on, tap YES. ...
  • Page 121 Edit a Voice Recording 1. From home, tap Apps > Voice Recorder. 2. Tap List, and then tap a recording to hear it. To trim the beginning and ending of a recording, tap  Trim. To automatically repeat a recording, tap ...
  • Page 122: Voice Search

    Select mode: Choose a recording mode (Normal, Interview, Conversation, or Voice  Memo) to match the type of voice recording. 3. Tap More options for the following: Select: Choose voice recording(s). After selection, you can Share or Delete the selected ...
  • Page 123: Microsd Card

    Get directions  Send messages  Set reminders  Ask questions  Schedule meetings  Play music and movies  Set alarms  microSD Card A microSD memory card is an optional accessory (not included) that allows you to store images, videos, music, documents, and other data on your phone.
  • Page 124: Remove A Microsd Card

    Remove a microSD Card Use the following procedure to remove an optional microSD card from your phone. Important: Before removing an optional installed microSD card, you must unmount the card first to prevent corrupting the data stored on it or damaging the card. For more information, see Unmount a microSD Card.
  • Page 125: Transfer Files Between Your Phone And A Computer

    Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer You can use the supplied USB cable 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 the music player or Google Play Music, just attach your phone to the computer and copy the files to the Music folder.
  • Page 126: System Updates

    2. Tap Back up my data to turn on the feature (checkmark). Tap Backup account to choose or sign in to a Google Account to use for backups.  Tap Automatic restore if you want information saved to the Google Account above to be ...
  • Page 127: Settings

    Settings The following topics provide an overview of items you can change using your phone’s Settings menus. Using Settings Use Settings to configure your phone to your preferences. Access Settings You can access Settings in a variety of ways. ■ From home, tap Apps >...
  • Page 128: Wi-Fi Settings

    Wi-Fi Settings Use Wi-Fi settings to control your phone’s connections to Wi-Fi networks, and for using Wi-Fi Direct to connect directly to other Wi-Fi Direct devices. Configure Wi-Fi Settings Set up and manage wireless access points. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
  • Page 129: Wi-Fi Direct Settings

    3. Tap More options > Advanced to configure these settings: Network notification: When enabled, your phone alerts you when a new Wi-Fi network  is available. Passpoint: When turned on, your phone will connect to passpoint-enabled Wi-Fi networks  automatically. Sort by: Choose a sorting order for Wi-Fi networks on the Wi-Fi screen.
  • Page 130: Hotspot Settings

    Hotspot Settings Use your phone as a hotspot to share your phone’s data connection with other devices via Wi-Fi. Important: Use of the Hotspot feature requires an additional subscription. Sign on to your account at boostmobile.com to learn more. Turn Hotspot On or Off To conserve battery life, turn Hotspot on when you need it and turn it off when you’re finished.
  • Page 131: Bluetooth Settings

    • Show password: When enabled, the contents of the Password field are visible. • Show advanced options: When enabled, you can access advanced options, including Broadcast channel, to specify the channel your phone uses for Hotspot, and you can set the maximum number of connections to your Hotspot (from one to eight allowed connections).
  • Page 132: Tethering Settings

    Tap your device’s name 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 a paired device to connect to it, or tap beside a device to change its settings.
  • Page 133: Data Usage Settings

    Note: You can also control Airplane mode from the Device options menu. Press and hold the Power/Lock key, and then tap Airplane mode. Data Usage Settings Monitor data usage, and control your device’s connection to mobile data service. Note: Data is measured by your phone. Your service provider may account for data usage differently. 1.
  • Page 134: Location Settings

    Location Settings Control apps’ access to your location, and configure location sources. Some apps may require one or more location services be turned on for full app functionality. When Location is turned on, you are allowing Google’s location service to collect anonymous location data. Some data may be stored on your device, and collection may occur even when no apps are running.
  • Page 135: More Networks Settings

    More Networks Settings More networks settings provide additional options for configuring connections between your phone and the network or to other devices. Default Messaging App Settings If you have multiple messaging apps installed on your phone, you can choose the app your phone uses for messaging.
  • Page 136: Vpn Settings

    VPN Settings Set up and manage Virtual Private Networks (VPN). Note: VPN settings include storage of login credentials on your device. You must configure a screen unlock PIN or password before setting up a VPN. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings.
  • Page 137: Android Beam Settings

    Android Beam Settings With Android beam, you can transmit app content via NFC to other NFC devices that support Android Beam. Android Beam uses NFC, so NFC must be turned on before you can turn on Android Beam. Turn Android Beam On or Off Turn on NFC and Android Beam, so that beaming is available from the apps on your phone.
  • Page 138: Nearby Devices Settings

    2. Tap NFC, and then tap the ON/OFF switch to turn NFC on. NFC must be on to use Tap and Pay. 3. Tap Tap and Pay to access Tap and Pay settings. Available settings depend on the payment app(s) you have set up on your phone. Nearby Devices Settings Share files with devices that support DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) standards, over Wi-Fi.
  • Page 139: Printing Settings

    Settings. 2. Tap Printing, and then choose a print service from the list. The Samsung Print Service Plugin is available by default. 3. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the service on or off. The service must be on to configure settings or print.
  • Page 140: Screen Mirroring Settings

    4. Tap More options > Settings to configure options. Available options may vary depending on the type of printer, and not all printers support all options. 2-Sided printing for documents: Choose Simplex to print one page per piece of paper, or ...
  • Page 141: Additional Sound Options

    Back keys, and for certain screen touches. • Emergency Tone: Play a tone or have your phone vibrate, periodically during an emergency call. • Samsung Keyboard: Play sounds and enable vibrations when you tap keys on the Samsung Keyboard. Settings...
  • Page 142: Notifications

    • Samsung Applications: Configure options for sound used in the Call app, Messages app, Email app, and Calendar app. Notifications Set the notification behaviors for when the phone is locked and for each application. ■ From home, tap Apps >...
  • Page 143: Wallpaper Settings

    • Charging: The LED glows red during charging, and green when the battery is fully charged. • Low battery: The LED blinks red to indicate low battery charge. • Notifications: The LED glows blue to show that you have missed calls, new messages, or application events.
  • Page 144: Set A Swipe Screen Lock

    Set a Swipe Screen Lock When a Swipe screen is set, you swipe your finger across the screen to unlock the device. This is the default screen lock on your phone, and offers no security, but you can set special lock screen options.
  • Page 145: Set A Pin Screen Lock

    3. When you have a Pattern screen lock set, you can also configure these options: Dual Clock: Display the time in your home city and in your current location when your phone  is roaming. Clock size: Choose the size of clock displayed on the lock screen. ...
  • Page 146: Set A Password Screen Lock

    Camera shortcut: When enabled, a shortcut to Camera displays on the lock screen. You can  drag the Camera shortcut to unlock the screen and launch the Camera in one step. Note that Camera is the only app you can access with this method; you will need to enter your screen unlock to unlock the screen.
  • Page 147: Set A Fingerprint Screen Lock

    Set a Fingerprint Screen Lock With a Fingerprint screen lock, you can use your fingerprint to unlock the screen, or for other purposes you decide. Fingerprint recognition provides a lower level of security than a password. Follow the onscreen instructions to register your fingerprint. If other apps support the use of your fingerprint for security, you can select that option in the app.
  • Page 148: Multi Window Settings

    Multi Window Settings Multi window allows you to use two apps on the same screen, in separate, resizable windows. For more information, see Multi Window. After you turn on Multi window in Settings, you can control whether the Multi window tab displays on the screen by touching and holding Back.
  • Page 149: Toolbox

    Toolbox Toolbox is a floating shortcut menu that displays on every screen, so you can access your favorite apps quickly. You can choose items to display in Toolbox, and you can drag the Toolbox anywhere on the screen. 1. From home, tap Apps >...
  • Page 150: Easy Mode Settings

    Easy Mode Settings Easy mode provides an simpler experience using your phone, with a simpler home screen layout and simpler app interactions. If you’re a first-time smartphone user, or just to want to simplify the operation of your phone, you can turn on Easy mode at any time. 1.
  • Page 151: Configure Hearing Accessibility Settings

    Hearing aids: Improve the sound quality of your device for use with hearing aids.  Samsung subtitles (CC): When turned on, your phone displays Samsung subtitles where  available. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option on or off, and then tap Samsung subtitles to configure options. Settings...
  • Page 152: Configure Dexterity And Interaction Settings

    Google subtitles (CC): When turned on, your phone displays Google subtitles where  available. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the option on or off, and then tap Google subtitles to configure options like Language, Text size, and Caption style. Sound balance: Adjust the sound sent to the left and right when using earphones.
  • Page 153: Configure Other Accessibility Settings

    Press and hold delay: Choose how long your phone waits during a tap and hold gesture on  the screen, before continuing with the tap and hold action. Interaction control: Control how your phone interprets motions and screen touches. To turn ...
  • Page 154: Private Mode Settings

    Screen lock: Select a screen lock. For more information, see Screen Lock.  Verify Samsung account: You can choose to verify your identity using your fingerprints  when logging in to your Samsung account. Pay with PayPal: Configure options to link your PayPal account to your device to make ...
  • Page 155: Motions And Gestures Settings

    Motions and Gestures Settings The Motion settings allow you to set up various Motion activation services. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Motions and gestures to configure features. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn a feature on or off.
  • Page 156: Air View Settings

    Air view, and then tap the ON/OFF switch to turn the feature on or off. Accounts Settings When you set up accounts on your phone, such as your Google or Samsung accounts, and your email or social networking accounts, you can synchronize account information between your phone and the account.
  • Page 157: Cloud Settings

    Settings. 2. Tap Cloud, and then configure options: Add Samsung account: Sign in to your Samsung account, or create a new Samsung  account. You can sync contacts, calendar events, memos, and Internet shortcuts. You can back up Logs, SMS and MMS messages, and current wallpaper settings.
  • Page 158: Language And Input Settings

    Language and input, and then tap Default to select the default input method. Samsung Keyboard Settings The Samsung Keyboard is an onscreen QWERTY keyboard, so you can enter text by “typing” on the keyboard. Samsung keyboard is enabled by default, and you can choose options for using it.
  • Page 159 Keyboard swipe: When enabled, you can enter text by sliding your finger across the keys on  the keyboard. • None: When enabled, Samsung Keyboard will not accept text entry by swiping. • SwiftKey Flow: When enabled, you can enter text by swiping your finger across the keyboard.
  • Page 160: Swype Settings

    Swype Settings Swype is a new way to enter text on touch screens. Instead of touching each key individually, use your finger to trace over the letters of a word. For each word, place your finger on the first letter and glide to the subsequent letters, lifting on the last letter.
  • Page 161: Google Voice Typing Settings

    • Personalization: Log into your favorite social networking sites to use your entries there to update Swype. • Edit my dictionary: Modify words added to Swype. • Clear language data: Delete all the words you’ve added to the Swype dictionary. •...
  • Page 162: Speech Settings

    Caller ID for incoming calls. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Language and input, and then tap Text-to-speech options: Preferred TTS engine: Select Samsung text-to-speech engine, or Google Text-to-speech  Engine. Tap to configure options.  General: •...
  • Page 163: Mouse/Trackpad Settings

    Messages from priority senders: When enabled, your phone will read out senders’  information for new messages from contacts marked with a star in Contacts. Emails from priority senders: When enabled, your phone will read out senders’ information  for new emails from contacts marked with a star in Contacts. Calendar event info: When enabled, your phone will read out event information for Calendar ...
  • Page 164: Safety Assistance

    Safety Assistance Safety assistance is intended to help users send a quick notice of their approximate location and visual surroundings to the mobile device of an emergency contact chosen in advance. Important: This feature is only for your convenience and is not intended as, nor should it be treated as, a substitute for emergency calls to the authorities.
  • Page 165: Battery Settings

    Battery Settings See what is using battery power. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Battery to view battery usage for apps and services. Tap an item for more information, or to configure options for managing power use. Show Battery Percentage The battery charge level displays as an icon in the notification panel by default.
  • Page 166: Storage Settings

    Storage Settings Manage the use of memory resources in your phone’s Device memory, and on an optional installed memory card (not included). 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Storage to view information about memory usage, and for other options: Device memory: View memory usage for the different types of information stored on your ...
  • Page 167: Encryption

    Configure Device Administration Options 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Security, and then tap an option: Device administrators: Tap to view, enable, or disable device administrators.  • Android Device Manager: When enabled, Android Device Manager can lock or erase a lost device.
  • Page 168: Security Update Service

    Send security reports: When enabled, your phone will only send security reports to  Samsung when it is connected to a Wi-Fi network. Credential Storage You can install credentials from an optional installed memory card (not included), and use the Credential storage settings to allow applications to access the security certificates and other credentials.
  • Page 169: Advanced Settings

    Advanced Settings Configure advanced security settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Security, and then tap an option: Trust agents: Set screen lock type to use.  Access application usage data: View which applications can access your device’s ...
  • Page 170: About Device Settings

    Report diagnostic info: When enabled, your phone reports diagnostic and usage data to  Samsung, to improve the quality and performance of products. Device name: View your device’s name, and enter a new name if desired.  Model number: View your device’s model number.
  • Page 171: Application Manager Settings

    Application Manager Settings You can download and install applications from the Google Play Store or Samsung Apps, or create applications using the Android SDK and install them on your device. Use Application manager to manage applications on your device. Warning: Because this device can be configured with system software not provided by or supported by Google or any other company, end-users operate these devices at their own risk.
  • Page 172: Calendar Settings

    Calendar Settings Configure settings for your phone’s Calendar app. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Calendar to configure these options: First day of week: Choose a day to start each calendar week.  Show week numbers: Enable or disable display of week numbers on the calendar. ...
  • Page 173: Call Settings

    Call Settings Configure options for calling with your phone. Tip: You can also access Call settings from the Phone app. From home, tap Phone > More options > Settings > Call. Call Rejection Create and manage a list of phone numbers, to have your device automatically reject calls you receive from those numbers.
  • Page 174: Call-Related Pop-Ups

     End calls by: • Pressing the Power key: When enabled, you can end calls by pressing the Power/Lock key. In this case, pressing the power key during a call will not lock the screen. Call-related Pop-ups Show notifications for incoming calls display in pop-ups if an application is open on the screen. 1.
  • Page 175: Call Accessories

    Call Accessories Configure options for using an optional headset for calling. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Call > Call accessories to configure settings: Automatic answering: When enabled, and you have a headset connected to the Headset ...
  • Page 176: Ringtones And Keypad Tones

    Ringtones and Keypad Tones Choose tones and vibrations to play for incoming calls and keypad taps. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Call > Ringtones and keypad tones to configure settings: Tap Ringtones, and then select a ringtone for incoming calls. Tap OK to save your selection. ...
  • Page 177: Us Dialing

    US Dialing When enabled, the US dialing option replaces “+” with the international access code for your location. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Call, and then tap the check box beside US dialing to enable or disable the setting. International Dialing When US dialing is enabled, it uses the International dialing code to replace “+”.
  • Page 178: Contacts Settings

    Contacts Settings Configure options for contacts stored on your phone. Tip: You can also access Contacts Settings from the Contacts app. From home, tap Contacts > More options > Settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Contacts to configure options: Import/Export contacts: You can import contacts from your phone’s internal memory, from ...
  • Page 179: Email Settings

    Email Settings Configure options for email accounts you set up on your phone. Tip: You can also access Email settings from the Email app. From home, tap Apps > Email > More options > Settings. Edit General Email Preferences 1. From home, tap Apps >...
  • Page 180 Spam addresses: Create and maintain a list of email addresses and domains, to  automatically block emails from those senders. Delay email sending: Choose options for delaying the sending of emails, so that they can be  cancelled if needed. •...
  • Page 181 Notification sound: Choose a ringtone to play for new email notifications.  Vibrate: When enabled, vibration plays for new email notifications.  MORE SETTINGS: Configure other options, including the account name, carbon copy and  blind carbon copy, synchronization, and security options. •...
  • Page 182: Gallery Settings

    Gallery Settings Configure options for the Gallery app. Tip: You can also access Gallery settings from the Gallery app. From home, tap Apps > Gallery > More options > Settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Gallery to configure options: Accounts: Tap an account to enable or disable sync options.
  • Page 183: Internet Settings

    Settings. 2. Tap Internet to configure options: Manage accounts: Tap to sign in to your Samsung account. Signing in to your Samsung  account allows you to sync bookmarks and open pages with your other devices. Set homepage: Tap to choose a homepage, to display when you launch Internet.
  • Page 184: Advanced Internet Settings

    Advanced Internet Settings Configure your Internet browser’s advance settings. 1. From home, tap Apps > Settings. 2. Tap Internet > Advanced to configure options: Auto fill forms: Manage your text for automatically filling out Web forms.  Legibility: Configure options for the browser’s screens. ...
  • Page 185: Messages Settings

    Messages Settings The messages settings menu lets you control options for your text and MMS messages including message limits, size settings, and notifications. Tip: You can also access Message settings from the Messages app. From home, tap Messages > More options > Settings. 1.
  • Page 186 Priority senders: Allow usage of priority senders.  Notifications: When turned on, notifications for new messages display in the Status bar. Tap  the ON/OFF switch to turn the setting on, and then configure options: • Notification sound: Choose a sound to play for new message notifications. •...
  • Page 187: S Voice Settings

    Safe mode: Choose options for working with messages when your phone is in safe mode.  Allow access to all links: Allow links in messages to be followed to the Internet.  Potential threat alerts: Receive alerts to potential security threats to your phone when ...
  • Page 188: Boost Account Information And Help

    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.
  • Page 189: Re-Boost

    Mobile name and logo are registered trademarks of Boost Enterprises Ltd. and used under license by Boost Mobile. Other marks are trademarks of their respective owners. ©2015 Samsung. Samsung, Galaxy, S Beam, Air View, S Health, and S Voice are trademarks of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
  • Page 190: Index

    Index 3G Networks, 79 Calendar Settings, 161 Call Forwarding, 34 4G, 79 About Device, 159 Call Settings, 162 Accessibility, 139 Call Waiting, 34 Caller ID, 33 Accessories Settings, 153 Accounts, 52, 145 Camera, 84 Email, 54 Edit video, 86 Record video, 85 Gmail, 52 Google, 52 Review pictures and videos, 86...
  • Page 191 Dictionary, 29 Share via multimedia message, 94 Direct Call, 14 Share via YouTube, 95 View photos and videos, 91 Display Settings, 131 Drag Gesture, 18 Gallery Settings, 171 Drive, 104 Gestures, 17 Air browse, 14 Dropbox, 104 Dust Resistance, 2 Direct call, 14 Earpiece, 11 Drag, 18...
  • Page 192 Browser, 79 Internet Settings, 172 Name Card Keyboard, 147, 149 Share contact as, 51 NBA Game Time, 75 Samsung, 147, 149 Keyboards, 27 Nearby Devices Settings, 127 Google Voice Typing, 27 NextRadio, 70, 76 Samsung Keyboard, 28 NFC Settings, 125...
  • Page 193 Wi-Fi, 117 Setup Application, 4 S Voice Settings, 176 Safety Assistance Settings, 153 Shortcuts, 21 Samsung Account, 54 Primary, 21 Samsung Keyboard, 28, 147, 149 Slide Gesture, 18 Smart Alert, 14 Screen Turn off, 13 Smart Remote, 108 Turn on, 13...
  • Page 194 Toolbox, 138 Voice Recorder, 109 Tools, 96 Voice Search, 111 Touch and Hold Gesture, 17 Voice Typing Typing, 27 Configuring, 28 Tips, 29 Using, 27 Voicemail, 36 USB Charger/Accessory Port, 12 USB Support, 3, 12 Greeting, 40 Video Player, 95 Notification, 37 Retrieve, 36 Videos...

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