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Nokia 8.1
User Guide
Issue 2019-04-05 en-IN

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  • Page 1 Nokia 8.1 User Guide Issue 2019-04-05 en-IN...
  • Page 2 Important: For important information on the safe use of your device and battery, read “For your safety” and “Product Safety” info in the printed user guide, or at www.nokia.com/support before you take the device into use. To find out how to get started with your new device, read the printed user guide.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide Table of Contents 1 About this user guide 2 Get started Keep your phone up to date ........
  • Page 4 Nokia 8.1 User Guide 4 Connect with your friends and family Calls ..........
  • Page 5 Nokia 8.1 User Guide 9 Apps and services Google Play ..........
  • Page 6: Get Started

    Updating the software may also improve your phone’s performance. KEYS AND PARTS Explore the keys and parts of your new phone. Your phone This user guide applies to the following models: TA-1121. 1. Fingerprint sensor 5. Headset connector 2. Camera 6.
  • Page 7: Insert Or Remove The Sim And Memory Cards

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide 9. Proximity sensor 12. USB connector 10. Volume keys 13. Microphone 11. Power/Lock key 14. Loudspeaker Some of the accessories mentioned in this user guide, such as charger, headset, or data cable, may be sold separately.
  • Page 8: Charge Your Phone

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide 1. Open the SIM and memory card tray: Push the tray opener pin in the tray hole and slide the tray out. 2. If you have a single-SIM phone, put a nano-SIM card in slot 1 and a memory card in slot 2 on the tray, with the contact areas face down.
  • Page 9: Switch On And Set Up Your Phone

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide 1. Plug a compatible charger into a power socket. 2. Connect the cable to your phone. Your phone supports the USB-C cable. You can also charge your phone from a computer with a USB cable, but it may take longer.
  • Page 10: Dual Sim Settings

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide DUAL SIM SETTINGS If you have a dual SIM variant, you can have 2 SIMs in your phone. For example, one for your work and one for your personal use. Choose which SIM to use When, for example, making a call, you can choose which SIM to use by tapping the corresponding SIM 1 or SIM 2 button after you dial the number.
  • Page 11: Lock Or Unlock Your Phone

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide LOCK OR UNLOCK YOUR PHONE Lock your phone If you want to avoid accidentally making a call when your phone is in your pocket or bag, you can lock your keys and screen. To lock your keys and screen, press the power key.
  • Page 12 Nokia 8.1 User Guide Swipe Place your finger on the screen and slide your finger in the direction you want. Scroll through a long list or menu Slide your finger quickly in a flicking motion up or down the screen and lift your finger. To stop the scrolling, tap the screen.
  • Page 13 Nokia 8.1 User Guide Zoom in or out Place 2 fingers on an item, such as a map, photo, or web page, and slide your fingers apart or together. Lock the screen orientation The screen rotates automatically when you turn the phone 90°.
  • Page 14 Nokia 8.1 User Guide Open two apps at once 1. To navigate more easily between apps, swipe up the home key �. 2. Tap the app icon at the top of the app and tap the � icon. 3. Tap another app in the app list to divide the screen between two apps.
  • Page 15: Basics

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide 3 Basics PERSONALISE YOUR PHONE Learn how to personalise the home screen and how to change ringtones. Change your wallpaper Tap Settings > Display > Wallpaper . Change your phone ringtone 1. Tap Settings > Sound .
  • Page 16: Notifications

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide NOTIFICATIONS Stay in touch with what‘s happening on your phone with notifications. Use the notification panel When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. To see more information about the notifications, drag the status bar down.
  • Page 17: Control Volume

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide CONTROL VOLUME Change the volume If you have trouble hearing your phone ringing in noisy environments or calls are too loud, you can change the volume to your liking by using the volume keys on the side of your phone.
  • Page 18: Save On Data Roaming Costs

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide Extend battery life To save power: 1. Always charge the battery fully. these apps. Tap Settings > Battery > Adaptive Battery . 2. Mute unnecessary sounds, such as touch sounds. Tap Settings > 8. Switch on the power saver: Tap Settings Sound >...
  • Page 19: Write Text

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide Connect to a Wi-Fi network 1. Tap Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi . 2. Make sure Wi-Fi networking is turned on. 3. Select the connection you want to use. Close the mobile data connection Swipe down from the top of the screen, tap �...
  • Page 20 Nokia 8.1 User Guide Insert emojis Tap the emoji key and select the emoji. Copy or paste text Tap and hold a word, drag the markers before and after the word to highlight the section you want to copy and tap COPY . To paste the text, tap where you want to paste the text and select PASTE .
  • Page 21: Date And Time

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide Switch spell checker off Tap Settings > System > Languages & input > Advanced > Spell checker , and switch Spell checker to Off . DATE AND TIME Keep track of time – learn how to use your phone as a clock, as well as an alarm clock, and how to keep your appointments, tasks, and schedules up to date.
  • Page 22: Accessibility

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide Use the stopwatch Use the stopwatch to see how you improve on the running track. Tap Clock > � STOPWATCH . Set an alarm You can use your phone as an alarm clock. 1. Tap Clock > � ALARM .
  • Page 23: Fm Radio

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide Increase or decrease the display size Do you want to make the items on your screen smaller or larger? 1. Tap Settings > Accessibility . 2. Tap Display size and adjust the display size by dragging the display size level slider.
  • Page 24 Nokia 8.1 User Guide Remove a station from favourites Tap � when listening to a station. Tip: To listen to a radio station using the phone‘s speakers, tap � Speaker on . Keep the headset connected. The headset may be sold separately.
  • Page 25: Connect With Your Friends And Family

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide 4 Connect with your friends and family CALLS Make a call 1. Tap �. 2. Type in a number or tap � and select a contact you want to call. 3. Tap �. If you have a second SIM card inserted, tap the corresponding icon to make a call from a specific SIM.
  • Page 26: Send And Receive Messages

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide Add a contact 1. Tap Contacts > �. 2. Fill in the information. 3. Tap Save . Edit a contact 1. Tap Contacts and tap the contact you want to edit. 2. Tap �. 3. Edit the information.
  • Page 27: Email

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide 6. Tap �. 5. Write your message in the text box. Tip: If you want to send a photo in a message, tap Photos , tap the photo you want to share, and tap �. Select Messages .
  • Page 28: Get Social

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide � > Add from Contacts . 1. Tap Gmail . 2. Tap �. 4. Enter the message subject and the email. 5. Tap �. 3. In the To box, type in an address, or tap Read and reply to email 1.
  • Page 29: Camera

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide 5 Camera CAMERA BASICS Why carry a separate camera when your phone has all you need for capturing memories? With your phone’s camera, you can easily take photos or record videos. Take a photo Shoot sharp, vibrant photos – capture the best moments in your photo album.
  • Page 30: Have Fun With The Camera

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide Take panoramas Tap Camera > Panorama and follow the instructions on your phone. Make your photos come to life Do you want to see your photos become short videos? 1. Tap Camera > Motion off � >...
  • Page 31: Use Your Camera Like A Pro

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide 4. To stop recording, tap �. 1. Tap Camera . 2. To switch to Video recording mode, swipe 5. To go back to Camera mode, swipe to the to the left. right. 3. Tap � Video to start recording.
  • Page 32: Save Your Photos And Videos To A Memory Card

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide Learn about your camera’s settings In the Camera app, tap � to learn more about each setting. Set the camera to Pro mode Tap Camera > Pro . Use Bokeh mode If you want to be able to change the focus area of your photo after you have taken it, use Live Bokeh mode when taking a photo.
  • Page 33: Your Photos And Videos

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide Change the location of saved photos and videos 1. Tap Camera . 2. Tap � > Settings > Data storage . YOUR PHOTOS AND VIDEOS View photos and videos on your phone Want to relive those important moments? View photos and videos on your phone.
  • Page 34: Internet And Connections

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide 6 Internet and connections ACTIVATE WI-FI Using a Wi-Fi connection is generally faster and less expensive than using a mobile data connection. If both Wi-Fi and mobile data connections are available, your phone uses the Wi- Fi connection.
  • Page 35: Browse The Internet

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide BROWSE THE INTERNET Use your phone to connect your computer to the internet It’s simple to use the internet on your laptop on the go. Turn your phone into a Wi-Fi hotspot and use your mobile data connection to access the internet with your laptop or other device.
  • Page 36 Nokia 8.1 User Guide Switch between tabs In Chrome, 1. Tap the box next to the address bar. 2. Tap the tab you want. Close a tab In Chrome, 1. Tap the box next to the address bar. 2. Tap X on the tab you want to close.
  • Page 37: Close A Connection

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide CLOSE A CONNECTION Close internet connections Save your battery by closing internet connections that are open in the background. You can do it without closing any apps. 1. Tap Settings > Network & Internet > Wi-Fi .
  • Page 38 Nokia 8.1 User Guide user guide for the other device. 5. You may need to enter a passcode. For details, see the user guide for the other 4. To pair your phone and the device, tap the device. device in the list of discovered Bluetooth devices.
  • Page 39: Nfc

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide Send your content using Bluetooth When you want to share your content or send photos you‘ve taken to a friend, use Bluetooth to send them to compatible devices. You can use more than one Bluetooth connection at a time. For example, while using a Bluetooth headset, you can still send things to another device.
  • Page 40: Vpn

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide Read NFC tags NFC tags can contain information, such as a web address, a phone number, or a business card. The information you want is just a tap away. To read a tag, tap the tag with the NFC area of your phone.
  • Page 41 Nokia 8.1 User Guide Edit a VPN profile 1. Tap � next to a profile name. 2. Change the information as required. Delete a VPN profile 1. Tap � next to a profile name. 2. Tap FORGET VPN . © 2019 HMD Global Oy. All rights reserved.
  • Page 42: Organise Your Day

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide 7 Organise your day CALENDAR Keep track of time – learn how to keep your appointments, tasks, and schedules up to date. Manage calendars Tap Calendar > �, and select the type of calendar you want to see.
  • Page 43: Maps

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide 8 Maps FIND PLACES AND GET DIRECTIONS Find a spot Google Maps helps you find specific locations and businesses. 1. Tap Maps . 2. Enter search words, such as a street address or place name, in the search bar.
  • Page 44: Download And Update Maps

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide DOWNLOAD AND UPDATE MAPS Download a map Save new maps to your phone before a journey, so you can browse the maps without an internet connection when travelling. 1. Tap Maps > � > Offline maps > SELECT YOUR OWN MAP .
  • Page 45 Nokia 8.1 User Guide privacy info related to positioning methods, see the HMD Global Privacy Policy, available at http://www.nokia.com/phones/privacy. Some satellite positioning systems may require small amounts of data to be transferred over the mobile network. If you want to avoid data costs, when travelling, for example, you can switch the mobile data connection off in your phone settings.
  • Page 46: Apps And Services

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide 9 Apps and services GOOGLE PLAY Your Android phone can live up to its full potential with Google Play – apps, music, movies, and books are all readily available for your entertainment. Add a Google account to your phone 1.
  • Page 47 Nokia 8.1 User Guide Get music, films, or books with Google Play With Google Play, you can gain access to songs, movies, and books. Tap Music , Movies , or Books to learn more. You need to have a Google account added to your phone to use Google Play services. Charges may apply to some of the content available in Google Play.
  • Page 48: Software Updates And Backups

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide 10 Software updates and backups UPDATE YOUR PHONE SOFTWARE Stay in step with the beat – update your phone software and apps wirelessly to get new and enhanced features for your phone. Updating the software may also improve your phone performance.
  • Page 49: Storage

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide Reset your phone 1. Tap Settings > System > Advanced > Reset options > Erase all data (factory reset) . 2. Follow the instructions shown on your phone. STORAGE To check how much memory you have available, tap Settings > Storage .
  • Page 50 Nokia 8.1 User Guide 2. Tap the app name. 3. Tap DISABLE . You may not be able to disable all apps. If an installed app depends on a removed app, the installed app may stop working. For details, see the user documentation of the installed app.
  • Page 51: Protect Your Phone

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide 11 Protect your phone PROTECT YOUR PHONE WITH YOUR FINGERPRINT You can unlock your phone with just a touch of your finger. Set up your fingerprint ID for extra security. Add a fingerprint 1. Tap Settings > Security & Location > Fingerprint . If you don’t have screen lock set up on your phone, tap Set up screen lock .
  • Page 52: Access Codes

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide ACCESS CODES Learn what the different codes on your phone are for. PIN or PIN2 PINs or PIN2s have 4-8 digits. These codes protect your SIM card against unauthorised use or are required to access some features.
  • Page 53 Nokia 8.1 User Guide Locate or lock your phone If you lose your phone, you may be able to find, lock or erase it remotely if you have signed in to a Google Account. Find My Device is on by default for phones associated with a Google Account.
  • Page 54: Product And Safety Information

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide 12 Product and safety information FOR YOUR SAFETY Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or against local laws and regulations. For further information, read the complete user guide. SWITCH OFF IN RESTRICTED AREAS...
  • Page 55 Nokia 8.1 User Guide AUTHORISED SERVICE Only authorised personnel may install or repair this product. BATTERIES, CHARGERS, AND OTHER ACCESSORIES Use only batteries, chargers, and other accessories approved by HMD Global Oy for use with this device. Do not connect incompatible products.
  • Page 56: Network Services And Costs

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide The device and/or its screen is made of glass. This glass can break if the device is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact. If the glass breaks, do not touch the glass parts of the device or attempt to remove the broken glass from the device.
  • Page 57: Emergency Calls

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide Important: 4G/LTE might not be supported by your network service provider or by the service provider you are using when travelling. In these cases, you may not be able to make or receive calls, send or receive messages, or use mobile data connections. To make sure your device works seamlessly when full 4G/LTE service is not available, it is recommended that you change the highest connection speed from 4G to 3G.
  • Page 58: Recycle

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide • Keep the device dry. Precipitation, • Unauthorised modifications may damage humidity, and all types of liquid or the device and violate regulations moisture can contain minerals that governing radio devices. corrode electronic circuits. • Do not drop, knock, or shake the device or the battery.
  • Page 59: Crossed-Out Wheelie Bin Symbol

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide CROSSED-OUT WHEELIE BIN SYMBOL Crossed-out wheelie bin symbol The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol on your product, battery, literature or packaging reminds you that all electrical and electronic products and batteries must be taken to a separate collection point at the end of their working life.
  • Page 60: Small Children

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide hot or cold battery may not work temporarily. Note that the battery may drain quickly in cold temperatures and lose enough power to switch off the phone within minutes. When you are outdoors in cold temperatures, keep your phone warm.
  • Page 61: Hearing

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide • Always keep the wireless device more opposite the medical device. than 6 inches (15.3 centimetres) from the • Switch the wireless device off if there is medical device. any reason to suspect that interference is taking place.
  • Page 62: Potentially Explosive Environments

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide dangerous and invalidate your warranty. Check regularly that all wireless device equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly. Do not store or carry flammable or explosive materials in the same compartment as the device, its parts, or accessories. Do not place your device or accessories in the air bag deployment area.
  • Page 63: About Digital Rights Management

    Nokia 8.1 User Guide Device models may have different versions and more than one value. Component and design changes may occur over time and some changes could affect SAR values. For more information, go to www.sar-tick.com. Note that mobile devices may be transmitting even if you are not making a voice call.
  • Page 64 The HMD Global Privacy Policy, available at [http://www.nokia.com/phones/privacy] (http://www.nokia.com/phones/privacy), applies to your use of the device. HMD Global Oy is the exclusive licensee of the Nokia brand for phones & tablets. Nokia is a registered trademark of the Nokia Corporation.

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