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Why do I need a Google™ account?
Your Xperia™ device from Sony runs on the Android™ platform developed by Google™.
A range of Google™ applications and services is available on your device when you
purchase it, for example, Gmail™, Google Maps™, YouTube™ and the Play Store™
application, which gives you access to the Google Play™ online store for downloading
Android™ applications. To get the most out of these services, you need a Google™
account. For example, a Google™ account is mandatory if you want to:
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Download and install applications from Google Play™.
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Synchronize email, contacts and the calendar using Gmail™.
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Chat with friends using the Hangouts™ application.
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Synchronize your browsing history and bookmarks using the Google Chrome™ web
browser.
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Identify yourself as the authorized user after a software repair using Xperia™ Companion.
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Remotely find, lock or clear a lost or stolen device using the my Xperia™ or Android™
Device Manager services.
For more information about Android™ and Google™, go to
It is crucial that you remember your Google™ account username and password. In some
situations, you may need to identify yourself for security reasons using your Google™ account.
If you fail to give your Google™ username and password in such situations, your device is
locked. Also, if you have more than one Google™ account, make sure to enter the details for
the relevant account.
To Set up a Google™ Account on Your Device
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From your Home screen, tap
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Find and tap Settings > Accounts > Add account > Google.
3
Follow the registration wizard to create a Google™ account, or sign in if you
already have an account.
You can also sign in to or create a Google™ account from the setup guide the first time you
start your device. Or you can go online and create an account at
To remove a Google™ account
1
From your Home screen, tap
2
Tap Settings > Accounts > Google.
3
Select the Google™ account that you want to remove.
4
Tap > Remove account.
5
Tap Remove account again to confirm.
If you remove your Google™ account, any security features that are linked to your Google™
account will no longer be available.
If you are lending your device to someone to use for an extended period, it is recommended
to remove your Google™ account from the device.
Charging Your Device
Your device has an embedded, rechargeable battery that should only be replaced by
Sony or an authorized Sony repair center. You should never try to open or take apart the
device yourself. Opening the device can cause damage that voids your warranty.
The battery is partly charged when the device is shipped from the factory. Depending on
how long your device was in the box before you purchased it, the battery level may be
quite low. It is therefore recommended that you charge the battery for at least 30
minutes before starting up your device for the first time. You can still use your device
while it is charging. To read more about how to improve the battery performance, see
Battery and power management on the 30page.
If your device gets exposed to water, wipe it dry with a microfiber cloth and shake the
device at least 15 times with the USB port facing downward. Repeat the procedure if
moisture is still visible in the USB port. Only insert the USB cable into the USB port after
the port has completely dried.
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