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Chapter 2: Using your Smartphone
Turning on for the first time
To turn on your smartphone for the first time, press and hold the power button
until the screen turns on. You will then be asked to configure some settings
before you can use your smartphone.
Follow the onscreen instructions to complete setup.
Sign in to or create a Google account
If you have Internet access, your smartphone allows you to synchronize
information with a google account.
During the start-up process, you may create or sign in to your account, which
will be used to synchronise your contact list, email, calendar and other
information. If you do not yet have Internet access then tap Try Again, but then
tap Back and then Skip the connection step.
Entering your PIN
When you install a SIM card for the first time, you may need to enter a PIN
using the onscreen number pad.
Important: Depending on your settings, you may be required to enter your PIN each
time you switch on the phone function.
Activating a new SIM card
If you are using your SIM card for the first time, it may require activation.
Contact your network operator for details on how to do this.
Using the touchscreen
Your smartphone uses a touchscreen for selecting items and entering
information. Use your finger to tap the screen.
Tap: Touch the screen once to open items and select options.
Drag: Hold your finger on the screen and drag across the screen to select text
and images.
Tap and hold: Tap and hold an item to see a list of actions available for that
item. On the pop-up menu that appears, tap the action you want to perform.
Scroll: To scroll up or down the screen, simply drag your finger up or down the
screen in the direction that you want to scroll.
