Table of contents Guidelines for safe and effi cient use ..4 Connecting to Networks and Devices ..38 Wi-Fi .............38 Important notice ........13 Bluetooth ..........39 Wi-Fi Direct ...........40 Getting to know your phone ....17 SmartShare ...........41 Phone layout ..........17 Transferring data between a PC and Installing the SIM or USIM card and your device ..........42 battery ...........19...
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Sound ............73 Composing and sending email ....51 Display ..........75 General ..........77 Camera and Video ........52 PC software (LG PC Suite) ......84 Camera options on the viewfi nder ..52 Using the advanced settings ....53 For Windows OS ........84 Taking a photo ........53 For Mac OS ..........85...
Exposure to radio frequency energy Radio wave exposure and Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) information. This mobile phone model LG-H788n has been designed to comply with applicable safety requirements for exposure to radio waves. These requirements are based on scientific guidelines that include safety margins designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.
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Do not disassemble this unit. Take it to a qualified service technician when repair • work is required. Repairs under warranty, at LG's discretion, may include replacement parts or • boards that are either new or reconditioned, provided that they have functionality equal to that of the parts being replaced.
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electric shock and can seriously damage your phone. Do not charge a handset near flammable material as the handset can become hot • and create a fire hazard. Use a dry cloth to clean the exterior of the unit (do not use solvents such as •...
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Efficient phone operation Electronics devices All mobile phones may receive interference, which could affect performance. Do not use your mobile phone near medical equipment without requesting • permission. Avoid placing the phone over pacemakers, for example, in your breast pocket. Some hearing aids might be disturbed by mobile phones.
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Avoid damage to your hearing To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. Damage to your hearing can occur if you are exposed to loud sound for long periods of time. We therefore recommend that you do not turn on or off the handset close to your ear.
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Potentially explosive atmospheres Do not use your phone at a refueling point. • Do not use near fuel or chemicals. • Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid or explosives in the same • compartment of your vehicle as your mobile phone or accessories. In aircraft Wireless devices can cause interference in aircraft.
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Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Please • recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste. If you need to replace the battery, take it to the nearest authorised LG Electronics • service point or dealer for assistance.
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Laser safety statement Caution! This product employs a laser system. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner's manual carefully and retain for future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorised service center. Use of controls, adjustments, or the performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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In addition to the source code, all referred license terms, warranty disclaimers and copyright notices are available for download. LG Electronics will also provide open source code to you on CD-ROM for a charge covering the cost of performing such distribution (such as the cost of media, shipping, and handling) upon email request to opensource@lge.com.
Important notice Please read this before you start using your phone! Please check to see whether any problems you encountered with your phone are described in this section before taking the phone in for service or calling a service representative. 1.
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Reduce screen brightness and set a shorter screen timeout. • Turn off automatic syncing for Gmail, Calendar, Contacts and other applications. • NOTE: Some applications you download may consume battery power. • While using downloaded applications, check the battery charge level. •...
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4. Using the Hard Reset (Factory Reset) If your phone needs to be restored to its original settings and condition, use a Hard Reset (Factory Reset). Turn the power off. Press and hold the Power/Lock Button + Volume Down Button on the back of the phone.
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5. Opening and switching applications Multitasking is easy with Android; you can keep more than one application running at the same time. There is no need to quit an application before opening another. Use and switch between several open applications. Android manages each application, stopping and starting them as needed to make sure that idle applications don't consume resources unnecessarily.
Getting to know your phone Phone layout Headset Jack Microphone Notification LED Front Camera Lens Earpiece Proximity Sensor Charger/USB port Microphone Speaker NOTE: Proximity sensor When receiving and making calls, the proximity sensor automatically turns the backlight off and locks the touch screen by sensing when the phone is near your ear.
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Flash Rear Camera Lens Laser Detection AutoFocus Power/Lock Button Volume Buttons NFC Touch Point Power/Lock Turn your phone on/off by pressing and holding this button • Button Short press to lock/unlock the screen • Volume Buttons (While screen is off) Long press the Up key to launch QuickMemo+ •...
Installing the SIM or USIM card and battery Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider, and the included battery. To remove the back cover, hold the phone fi rmly in one hand. With your other hand, lift off the back cover with your thumbnail as shown in the fi...
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WARNING Do not insert a memory card into the SIM card slot. If a memory card happens to be lodged in the SIM card slot, take the device to a LG Service Centre to remove the memory card. NOTE: Only the microSIM cards work with the device.
Charge the battery before using it for first time. Use the charger to charge the battery. WARNING Use only LG-approved chargers, batteries and cables. If you use unapproved chargers, batteries or cables, it may cause battery charging delay or pop up message regarding slow charging, Or this can cause the battery to explode or damage the device, which are not covered by the warranty.
The wallpaper and sound settings automatically change based on the cover's • character. Some widgets, icons and wallpapers will be changed if the cover is changed. • This function works only when you use the 'LG Default Home' theme. Getting to know your phone...
Your Home screen Touch screen tips Here are some tips on how to navigate on your phone. Tap or touch – A single finger tap selects items, links, shortcuts and letters on the • on-screen keyboard. Touch and hold – Touch and hold an item on the screen by tapping it and not •...
Home screen The Home screen is the starting point for many and functions. It allows you to add items like app shortcuts and Google widgets to give you instant access to information and applications. This is the default canvas and accessible from any menu by tapping Status Bar Widget Application Icons...
Returns to the previous screen. Also closes pop-up items, Back Key such as menus, dialog boxes and the on-screen keyboard. Touch and hold it to access the Dual window. Home Key Return to the Home screen from any screen. Displays recently used applications. If you touch and hold this Recent key, it opens a menu of available options.
Removing an item from the Home screen Home screen > Touch and hold the icon you want to remove > drag it to • Adding an app to the Quick Key area From the Apps menu or on the Home screen, touch and hold an application icon •...
Notifications panel Notifications alert you to the arrival of new messages, calendar events and alarms, as well as ongoing events, such as when you are using turn-by-turn navigation. When a notification arrives, its icon appears at the top of the screen. Icons for pending notifications appear on the left, and system icons, such as Wi-Fi and battery strength shown on the right.
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Opening the Notifications panel Swipe down from the Status bar to open the Notifications panel. To close the Notifications panel, touch and drag the screen toward the top of the screen. Quick Toggle Area Clear Notifications Tap each quick toggle key to turn it on/off. Touch and hold the key to access the settings menu for the function.
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Indicator icons on the Status Bar Indicator icons appear on the Status bar at the top of the screen to report missed calls, new messages, calendar events, device status and more. The icons displayed at the top of the screen provide information about the status of the device.
Media server content sharing New text message is on NFC is on Wi-Fi hotspot is active NOTE: The icon's location in the Status bar may differ according to the function or service. On-screen keyboard You can enter text using the on-screen keyboard. The on-screen keyboard appears on the screen when you tap an available text entry field.
Special Features Gesture shot The Gesture shot feature allows you to take a picture with a hand gesture using the front camera. To take photo There are two methods for using the Gesture shot feature. Raise your hand, with an open palm, until the front camera detects it and a box •...
Snapsh-OO-t You can play with your animated character and take amusing pictures with the character. When you open Snapshoot, the rear camera view is shown by default, along with the guideline for taking pictures of your figure. Tap Swap camera to switch the screen to the front camera view.
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Tap Swap camera to switch the camera view. Your figure will not be recognised in the front camera view. • If you want to take pictures with your figure in the front camera view, you can load • your character from the Character Box. Detect marker Swap camera Character Box...
KnockON You can wake up, or turn off, the screen as easily as double-tapping the screen. While the screen is off, and idle, double-tap the center screen quickly to wake the screen. To turn the screen off, double-tap the Status bar in any screen (except on the camera viewfinder) or empty area on the Home screen.
Unlocking the screen using the Knock Code You can wake up and unlock the screen by tapping the Knock Code, set up in the previous section, when the screen is off. QuickMemo+ The QuickMemo+ feature allows you to create memos and capture screen shots. Capture screens, draw on them and share them with family and friends with QuickMemo+.
QSlide From any screen, use the Notification panel to easily access and use the Notepad, Calendar, Calculator, and more with QSlide. Tap to expand the window to full window size. Tap to adjust the window's transparency. Tap to close the QSlide window. Drag to adjust the size.
Google account setup When you first turn on your phone, you have the opportunity to sign into your Google Account and select how you want to use certain Google services. Setting up your Google account During the initial boot up of your device, ensure your device is connected to the •...
Connecting to Networks and Devices Wi-Fi You can use high-speed Internet access while within the coverage of the wireless access point (AP). Connecting to Wi-Fi networks > > Apps tab (if necessary) > > Networks tab > Wi-Fi. Set Wi-Fi to ON to turn Wi-Fi on and start scanning for available Wi-Fi networks. Tap a network to connect to it.
You can use Bluetooth to connect with headsets, sound systems, or even to exchange data between near devices. NOTE: LG is not responsible for the loss, interception or misuse of data sent or • received via the Bluetooth feature. Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted and •...
Sending data via Bluetooth Using an application that supports sharing, locate the data, or fi le, that you want to share. Select Select Bluetooth. Select the paired Bluetooth device (or pair with a new device). NOTE: The method for selecting an option may vary by data type. Receiving data via Bluetooth >...
SmartShare SmartShare allows you to receive multimedia content via LG phone and tablets. While viewing the content you want to share, tap > SmartShare. Tap Play or Beam in the pop-up that is displayed. Play: You can stream your content via a TV, Bluetooth speaker, etc.
Open the Notifi cations panel and select Media device (MTP). A window will pop-up on your PC, allowing you to transfer the desired data. NOTE: The LG Android Platform Driver is required to be installed on your PC to be able • to detect the phone.
Calls Making a call to open the dialer. Enter the number using the dialer. To delete a digit, tap After entering the desired number, tap to place the call. To end the call, tap TIP! To enter "+" to make international calls, touch and hold Calling your contacts to open your contacts.
When the Front Slide Cover is Installed When the front slide cover is installed, you can answer an incoming call or end the current call by tapping the top of the screen. <Incoming Call> <During Call> 000-0000-0000 000-0000-0000 Making a second call During your fi...
Viewing your call logs On the Home screen, tap and select Call logs tab. A list of all dialed, received and missed calls is displayed. TIP! Tap any call log entry to view the date, time and duration of the call. •...
Contacts Add contacts to your phone and synchronize them with the contacts in your Google account or other accounts that support contact syncing. Searching for a contact to open your contacts. Tap Search contacts and enter the contact name using the keyboard. You can also scroll along the alphabet letters on the right edge of the screen.
Removing a contact from your favorites list to open your contacts. Tap the Favorites tab and choose a contact to view its details. Tap the yellow star at the top right corner of the screen. The star turns grey color and the contact is removed from your favorites.
Messaging Your phone combines text and multimedia messages into one intuitive, easy-to-use menu. Sending a message on the Home screen and tap to create a new message. Enter a contact name or contact number into the To fi eld. As you enter the contact name, matching contacts appear.
Conversation view Text and multimedia messages exchanged with another party are displayed in chronological order so that you can conveniently see and find your conversations. Changing message settings Your phone's messaging settings are predefined to allow you to send messages immediately.
E-mail You can use the E-mail application to read emails from services like Gmail. The E-mail application supports the following account types: POP3, IMAP and Exchange. Your service provider or system administrator can provide you with the account settings you need. Managing email accounts The first time you open the E-mail application, a setup wizard opens to help you set up an email account.
Composing and sending email Composing and sending messages While in the E-mail application, tap to create a new email. Enter an address for the email's intended recipient. As you enter text, matching addresses are proposed from your Contacts. Separate multiple addresses using semicolons.
Camera and Video To open the Camera application, tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > Camera options on the viewfinder Hide/Display Options – Tap to hide/display the camera options on the viewfinder. Flash – Allows you to manage the camera's flash. Choose from Off , On Auto Swap camera –...
Selects the photo resolution. Allows you to say a voice command to take pictures. You can say LG, Cheese, Smile, etc. Sets a delay after the capture key is pressed. This is ideal if you want to be in the photo or video.
Once you have taken a photo Tap the image thumbnail at the bottom of the Camera screen to view the last photo you took. The following options are available. Tap to edit the photo. Tap to take another photo immediately. Tap to send your photo to others or share it in via any available social network services.
After recording a video In the viewfinder, tap the video thumbnail at the top of the screen to view the last video you recorded. The following options are available. Tap to record another video immediately. Tap to open the available sharing options (such as Messaging or Bluetooth) to share.
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Super Zooming When using the rear camera lens, you can zoom in or out to 4x. NOTE: Use a steady hand. This feature does not work with some functions Objects may be overlapped when taking a picture of fast-moving subjects. Live Zoom Live Zoom allows you to zoom in or out on a portion of a video that is being played to make the desired section appear larger or smaller.
Gallery The Gallery allows you to view and manage all of your pictures and videos. > > Apps tab (if necessary) > • NOTE: Depending on the software installed, some file formats may not be supported. • Some files may not play properly due to their encoding. •...
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Playing videos Touch > Apps tab (if necessary) > Select the video you want to watch. The following options are available. Touch to pause/resume video playback. Touch to fast-forward 10 seconds. Touch to rewind 10 seconds. Touch to adjust the video volume. Touch to lock/unlock the screen.
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Editing photos While viewing a photo, tap Deleting photos/videos Use one of the following methods: While in a folder, tap , select the photos/videos and then tap Delete. • While viewing a photo, tap • Setting wallpaper While viewing a photo, tap >...
Multimedia Music Your phone has a music player that lets you play all your favorite tracks. To access the music player, tap > > Apps tab (if necessary) > Playing a song > > Apps tab (if necessary) > Tap the Songs tab. Select the song you want to play.
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Tap to restart the current track or skip to the previous track in the album, playlist or shuffle list. Touch and hold to rewind. Tap to adjust the volume. Tap to set audio effects. Tap to play the current playlist in shuffle mode (tracks are played in random order).
When the Front Slide Cover is Installed When the front slide cover is installed, you can play your music by tapping the top of the screen. Multimedia...
Utilities Clock Use the Clock app gives you access to the Alarms, Timer, World clock and Stopwatch functions. Access these functions by tapping the tabs across the top of the screen or swiping horizontally across the screen. > > Apps tab (if necessary) > Alarm The Alarms tab allows you to set alarms.
Stopwatch The Stopwatch tab allows you to use your phone as a stopwatch. Open the Clock app, then select the Stopwatch tab. Tap the Start key to initiate the stopwatch. NOTE: Tap the Lap key to record lap times. Tap the Stop button to stop stopwatch. NOTE: To reset the stopwatch, tap the Reset button.
Voice Recorder The Voice Recorder app records audible files for you to use in a variety of ways. Recording a sound or voice > > to begin recording. to end the recording. to listen to the recording. NOTE: Tap to access your recordings. You can listen to the saved recording.
Voice Search Use this application to search the web using your voice. > > Apps tab (if necessary) > Google folder > Say a keyword or phrase when Speak now appears on the screen. Select one of the suggested keywords that appear. NOTE: This application may not be available depending on the region or service provider.
Register to create an account. Browse and download the content you want. NOTE: You may incur data fee charges when using your mobile network to access LG • SmartWorld. LG SmartWorld may not be available for all carriers or in all countries.
Web Browser Internet Use this application to browse the Internet. Browser gives you a fast, full-color world of games, music, news, sports, entertainment and much more, right on your mobile phone. NOTE: Additional charges apply when connecting to these services and downloading content.
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Opening a page To go to a new page, tap > To go to another webpage, tap , scroll up or down, and tap the page to select it. Searching the web by voice In the browser, tap the address field and then tap .
Chrome Use Chrome to search for information and browse webpages. > > Apps tab (if necessary) > • NOTE: This application may not be available, depending on your region and service provider. Viewing webpages In the Chrome browser, tap the address field, and then enter a web address or search criteria.
Settings This section provides an overview of items you can change using your phone’s System Settings menus. Accessing the Settings menu: > touch and hold > System settings. • - or - > > Apps tab (if necessary) > • Networks <...
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NFC-capable device by holding the devices close together. Just bring the device together (typically back to back) and then tap your screen. The app determines what gets beamed. SmartShare Beam – Allows you to receive multimedia content via LG phones and • tablets.
Media server – Allows you to share the phone's display and sound on your TV. • LG PC Suite – Connect LG PC Suite with your phone to easily manage multimedia • content and apps. Tethering & networks USB tethering – Allows you to share the internet connection with your computer •...
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Volumes Adjust the phone’s volume settings to suit your needs and environment. Quiet mode Tap the Quiet mode switch to toggle it On or Off. On allows your device to turn on silent or vibrate mode and block certain features. <...
• Theme – Sets the screen theme for your device. You can download new themes • from LG SmartWorld. Wallpaper – Sets the wallpaper to use on your Home screen. • Screen swipe effect – Choose the desired type of effect to display when you •...
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NOTE: This setting name may be Pattern effect if the Screen lock is set to Pattern. Wallpaper – Allows you to set your Lock screen wallpaper. • Widgets – Checkmark to show widgets on the lock screen. • Missed calls & new messages – Checkmark to show notifications of missed •...
Notification LED Tap the switch to toggle it On or Off. On activates the LED light for the notifications you select, in the color you set for each. Auto-rotate screen Checkmark to set the phone to automatically rotate the screen based on the phone orientation (portrait or landscape).
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LG Keyboard – Checkmark to select the LG Keyboard to enter text. Tap the • Settings icon to change the following settings. Google voice typing – Checkmark to select Google voice typing to enter text. Tap • the Settings icon to change the Google voice settings.
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NOTE: Requires additional plug-ins to become selectable. TalkBack – Allows you to set up the TalkBack function which assists people with • impaired vision by providing verbal feedback. Font size – Sets the font size. • Invert colors – Checkmark to invert the colours of the screen and content. •...
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• side of the device. Simply tap the arrow to move it to one side or the other. LG keyboard – Checkmark to enable you to move the keyboard to the right or left • side of the device. Simply tap the arrow to move it to one side or the other.
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you turn on your phone, a PIN or password will be required to decrypt your data. Encrypt SD card storage – Allows you to encrypt the SD card and make data • unavailable to other devices. Set up SIM card lock – Set up SIM card lock or change the SIM card PIN. •...
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snooze or stop the alarm. Pause video – Checkmark to allow you to simply flip the device to pause the • currently playing video. Help – Displays a Help guide on how to use the Gestures features of your device. •...
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Automatic restore – Allows you to restore your settings and application data when • the applications are reinstalled onto your device. LG Backup service – Backs up all information on the device and restores it in the • event of data loss or replacement.
PC software (LG PC Suite) For Windows OS LG PC Suite helps you manage media contents and applications in your phone by allowing you to connect to your phone with your PC. With the LG PC Suite software, you can...
Required software: LG United drivers, Windows Media Player 10 or later. • NOTE: LG United USB Driver The LG United USB driver is required to connect an LG device and PC. It is installed automatically when you install the LG PC Suite software application. For Mac OS With the LG PC Suite software, you can...
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Go to SUPPORT > MOBILE SUPPORT > PC Sync. Select the model information and click GO. Scroll down, select the PC SYNC tab > Mac OS > DOWNLOAD to download LG PC Suite. System Requirements for LG PC Suite software OS: Mac OS X (10.6.8) or higher...
Internet without needing to visit a service center. This feature will only be available if and when LG makes a newer firmware version available for your device. Because the mobile phone firmware update requires the user's full attention for the duration of the update process, please make sure you check all instructions and notes that appear at each step before proceeding.
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Therefore, LG recommends that you backup your personal data before updating your phone's software. LG does not take responsibility for any loss of personal data. NOTE: This feature depends on your network service provider, region and country.
• providers or carriers. This content is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of this guide, please visit the LG website at www.lg.com. Your phone's applications and their functions may vary by country, region or •...
Trademarks LG and the LG logo are registered trademarks of LG Electronics. • All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. • About this user guide...
• Battery • NOTE: Always use genuine LG accessories. The supplied items are designed only for • this device and may not be compatible with other devices. The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary •...
Troubleshooting This chapter lists some problems you might encounter when using your phone. Some problems require you to call your service provider, but most are easy to fix yourself. Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures There is no SIM SIM or or USIM card Make sure that the SIM card is USIM card...
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Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures Not supported by service provider applications Contact your service provider. or registration can be set required. Dialing error New network not authorized. New SIM or USIM Calls not Check for new restrictions. card inserted. available Pre-paid charge Contact service provider or reset limit...
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No voltage Plug the charger into a different outlet. Charger defective Replace the charger. Wrong charger Use only original LG accessories. The Fixed dialing Number not Check the Settings menu and turn the number function allowed. function off.
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Message Possible causes Possible corrective measures The screen If you use a protection tape or case, does not make sure it has not covered the area turn on Proximity sensor around the proximity sensor. Make when I problem sure that the area around the proximity receive a sensor is clean.
Category Question Answer What are the You can connect a Bluetooth audio Bluetooth functions available via device, such as a Stereo/Mono Devices Bluetooth? headset or car kit. Contacts How can I back up Contacts data can be synchronized Contacts? between your phone and Gmail™. Backup Is it possible to set up Only two-way synchronization is...
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Category Question Answer My phone does not display the time of Message You will only be able to see the times receipt for messages Time for messages received the same day. older than 24 hrs. How can I change this? Is it possible to install Any application that is available at Play another navigation...
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Category Question Answer 1. From the Home screen, tap and hold 2. Tap System settings > Display tab > Lock screen. 3. Tap Select screen lock > Pattern. The first time you do this, a short tutorial about creating an Unlock Pattern appears.
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Category Question Answer If you forgot your pattern: If you logged into your Google account on the phone but failed to enter the correct pattern 5 times, tap the Forgot pattern button. You are then required What should I do if to log in with your Google account I forget the unlock to unlock your phone.
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Category Question Answer 1. From the Home screen, tap and My screen turns off hold after only 15 seconds. 2. Tap System settings > Display tab. Screen time How can I change the 3. Tap Screen timeout. amount of time for the 4.
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Category Question Answer Is it possible to charge my phone using a Yes, the phone is charged through the Charger USB cable without USB cable regardless of whether the installing the necessary necessary drivers are installed. USB driver? Yes. After saving a music file as a ringtone, you can use it as an alarm.
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