Web and Data
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Important:
Certain data services requests may require additional time to process. While your
device is loading the requested service, the touchscreen keyboard may appear
unresponsive when in fact they are functioning properly. Allow the device some
time to process your data usage request.
Launch a Web Connection
Data Connection Status and Indicators
Launch a Web Connection
Launching a Web connection is as simple as opening the browser on your device.
► Press
Home
, and touch
>
Browser
. (Your data connection starts and you see
the home page.)
Note:
Internet connections can be made either through the data service or via Wi-Fi (configured
within the
Settings
>
Wi-Fi
).
Tip:
To change the
device’s default launch page to your current page, press
Menu
, and
touch
Settings
>
General
>
Set homepage
>
Current page
.
Note:
The Browser automatically launches when a Web link is touched from within either an
email or text message.
Data Connection Status and Indicators
Your device displays the current status of your data connection through indicators at the top of
the screen. The following symbols are used:
Your device is connected to the 3G network and is transferring data (for example,
when you are opening a Web page).
Your device is connected to the 3 G network but is not currently transferring data
(for example, when you are viewing a Web page that is completely open).
Your device is connected to the 1x network and is transferring data (for example,
when you are opening a Web page).
Your device is connected to the 1x network but is not currently transferring data (for
example, when you are viewing a Web page that is completely open).
In any state, you can receive incoming calls.
If you do not see an indicator, your phone does not have a current data connection. To launch a
connection, see
Launch a Web Connection
.