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• Notification area displays those icons associated with end-user notifications such as: email messages, calls (missed, call in progress), new voicemail, upcoming event, USB connection, Emails, and Text/MMS messages. - These notifications appear at the top-left of the screen (within the Status bar area) and display important user information. - This information can be accessed by swiping down from the Status bar (page 36). • Status area displays those icons associated with the status of the device such as communication, coverage, Bluetooth, 4G/3G, Wi-Fi communication, battery levels, GPS, etc. • Home Screen is a customizable screen that provides information about notifications and device status, and allows access to application Widgets. • Extended Home Screens extend beyond the current visible screen width to provide more space for adding icons, widgets, and other customization features. - There are six available extended screens (panels) each of which may be populated with its own shortcuts or widgets. These screens share the use of the five Primary Shortcuts. - The current screen is indicated at the bottom by a white square. Up to seven (7) total screens are available. Note: Both the status bar and primary shortcuts are visible across all screens. • Google search is an on-screen Internet search engine powered by Google™. Touch to access the Voice Actions feature where you can verbally enter a search term and initiate an online search. - Tap (Voice Actions) to launch the function from within this Google widget. • Widgets are self-contained on-screen applications (not shortcuts). These can be placed onto any of the available screens (Home or extended). • Shortcuts are icons that launch available device applications such as Camera, YouTube, Voice talk, Contacts, Phone, Email, Play Store, etc. These function the same as shortcuts on your computer. - Although some may already be found on the Extended Home screens, the majority can also be found within the Applications screens. Understanding Your Device 39

Section	Page
Samsung Galaxy S III	1
Section 1: Getting Started	13
Understanding this User Manual	13
Battery Cover	14
Battery	18
Extending Your Battery Life	21
Initial Device Configuration	22
Switching the Device On or Off	23
Restarting the Device	24
Locking and Unlocking the Device	24
Creating a New Google Account	25
Signing into Your Google Account	25
Retrieving your Google Account Password	26
Confirming the Default Image and Video Storage Location	26
Creating a Samsung Account	26
Voice Mail	28
Visual Voicemail	29
Task Manager	30
Section 2: Understanding Your Device	31
Features of Your Device	31
Front View	33
Back View	35
Side Views	35
Device Display	36
Status Bar	37
Function Keys	44
Home Screen	44
Applications	47
Screen Navigation	57
Using Gestures	60
Menu Navigation	62
Customizing the Screens	64
Section 3: Memory Card	71
Using the SD Card	71
SD card Overview	71
Section 4: Call Functions and Contacts List	75
Displaying Your Phone Number	75
Making a Call	75
Ending a Call	76
Making Emergency Calls	77
Dialing Options	79
Answering a Call	79
Managing Reject Calls	80
International Calls	81
Pause Dialing	82
Wait Dialing	82
Redialing the Last Number	83
Speed Dialing	83
Using S Voice	85
Wi-Fi Calling	86
In Call Options	89
Logs Tab	95
Section 5: Entering Text	99
Text Input Methods	99
Selecting the Text Input Method	99
Entering Text Using T9 Trace	100
Using the Samsung Keyboard	100
Using Predictive Text	104
Using the Google Voice Typing	107
Section 6: Contacts	108
Accounts	108
Contacts List	109
Finding a Contact	112
Contact List Options	115
Contact Menu Options	116
Contact Entry Options	117
Joining Contact Information	117
Sending a Namecard	120
Copying Contact Information	121
Synchronizing Contacts	122
Display Options	123
Adding more Contacts via Accounts and Sync	124
Additional Contact Options	125
Groups	126
The Favorites Tab	128
Section 7: Messages	129
Types of Messages	129
Creating and Sending Messages	130
Message Options	131
Viewing Newly Received Messages	133
Deleting Messages	135
Message Search	136
Messaging Settings	136
Text Templates	138
Using Email	139
Microsoft Exchange Email (Outlook)	143
Using Google Mail	149
Google Talk	151
ChatON	151
Google +	153
Messenger	154
Section 8: Multimedia	155
Assigning the Default Storage Location	155
Using the Camera	156
Camera Options	156
Sharing Pictures	161
Using the Camcorder	170
Photo Editor	174
The Gallery	176
Using the Video Player	177
Media Hub	181
Play Movies	184
Play Music	184
Music Player	190
Using Playlists	192
Creating a Playlist	192
Transferring Music Files	193
Removing Music Files	193
Music Hub	194
AllShare Play	195
T-Mobile TV	200
YouTube	201
Section 9: Applications and Development	202
Applications	202
Access T-Mobile	202
AllShare Play	203
Amazon	204
Calculator	204
Calendar	204
Camera	205
ChatON	205
Clock	205
Contacts	205
Downloads	206
Dropbox	206
Email	208
Flipboard	208
Gallery	208
Game Hub	209
Gmail	209
Google +	209
Internet	209
Kies air	210
Latitude	210
Maps	213
Media Hub	215
Messaging	215
Messenger	216
Mobile HotSpot	216
More Services	216
Music Hub	216
Music player	216
My files	217
Navigation	218
Phone	220
Places	220
Play Books	221
Play Movies	221
Play Music	221
Play Store	222
Downloading a New Google Application	222
Launching an Installed Google Application	224
S Memo	225
S Suggest	227
S Voice	227
Samsung Apps	228
Search	228
Settings	228
T-Mobile Name ID	229
T-Mobile TV	229
TecTiles	229
Talk	232
Task Manager	232
Video Player	233
Visual Voicemail	233
Voice Recorder	233
YouTube	234
Section 10: Connections	235
Internet	235
Bluetooth	242
Enable Downloading for Web Applications	246
PC Connections	247
Kies Air	248
Wi-Fi	250
USB Tethering	252
Mobile HotSpot	253
Section 11: Time Management	256
Calendar	256
Clock	258
World Clock	259
Stopwatch	260
Setting a Timer	260
Configuring a Desk Clock	260
Section 12: Changing Your Settings	261
Accessing Settings	261
Wi-Fi Settings	261
Bluetooth settings	263
Data Usage	265
More Settings	266
Call Settings	274
Sound Settings	280
Display Settings	282
Wallpaper	284
LED Indicator	284
Motion Settings	285
Power Saving Mode	286
SD Card & Device Storage	286
Battery Usage	287
Application Manager	287
Accounts and Synchronization	289
Location Services	291
Security	292
Language and Input Settings	298
Back up and Reset	304
Dock Settings	306
Date and Time	306
Accessibility Settings	307
Developer Options	309
Google Search Settings	311
About Device	311
Section 13: Health and Safety Information	313
Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals	313
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) Certification Information	318
FCC Part 15 Information to User	319
Commercial Mobile Alerting System (CMAS)	320
Smart Practices While Driving	320
Battery Use and Safety	321
Samsung Mobile Products and Recycling	323
UL Certified Travel Charger	324
Display / Touch-Screen	325
GPS & AGPS	325
Emergency Calls	326
Care and Maintenance	327
Responsible Listening	328
Operating Environment	330
FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) Regulations for Wireless Devices	332
Restricting Children's Access to Your Mobile Device	334
FCC Notice and Cautions	334
Other Important Safety Information	335
Section 14: Warranty Information	337
Standard Limited Warranty	337
End User License Agreement for Software	342

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Understanding Your Device

•

Notification area

displays those icons associated with end-user

notifications such as: email messages, calls (missed, call in

progress), new voicemail, upcoming event, USB connection,

Emails, and Text/MMS messages.

–

These notifications appear at the top-left of the screen (within

the Status bar area) and display important user information.

–

This information can be accessed by swiping down from the

Status bar (page 36).

•

Status area

displays those icons associated with the status of

the device such as communication, coverage, Bluetooth, 4G/3G,

Wi-Fi communication, battery levels, GPS, etc.

•

Home Screen

is a customizable screen that provides information

about notifications and device status, and allows access to

application Widgets.

•

Extended Home Screens

extend beyond the current visible

screen width to provide more space for adding icons, widgets,

and other customization features.

–

There are six available extended screens (panels) each of

which may be populated with its own shortcuts or widgets.

These screens share the use of the five Primary Shortcuts.

–

The current screen is indicated at the bottom by a white

square.

Up to seven (7) total screens are available.

Note:

Both the status bar and primary shortcuts are visible

across all screens.

•

Google search

is an on-screen Internet search engine powered

by Google™. Touch to access the Voice Actions feature where

you can verbally enter a search term and initiate an online search.

–

Tap

(

Voice Actions

) to launch the function from within

this Google widget.

•

Widgets

are self-contained on-screen applications (not

shortcuts). These can be placed onto any of the available screens

(Home or extended).

•

Shortcuts

are icons that launch available device applications

such as Camera, YouTube, Voice talk, Contacts, Phone, Email,

Play Store, etc. These function the same as shortcuts on your

computer.

–

Although some may already be found on the Extended Home

screens, the majority can also be found within the Applications

screens.