Android 5.1 Lollipop is a minor update of the world's most popular mobile operating system, so it would be foolish to expect many innovations from it that are noticeable to the naked eye, but a couple of dozen of them were still found. Which ones? Find out under the cut.

Wi-Fi and Bluetooth switches

The first change on our list concerns the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth switches in the notification panel. They added drop-down lists of available Wi-Fi networks and active Bluetooth devices. Thus, you can now connect to a Wi-Fi network or Bluetooth device directly from the notification panel.

Hiding radio buttons

Not all switches in bare Android are immediately displayed in the notification panel; some of them appear there only after activation in the phone settings. Such switches are, for example, “Invert” and “Access Point”. However, you must admit that you will have to use them extremely rarely, so Android 5.1 provides the ability to quickly hide them.

Hiding notifications

In Android 5.0 we got a new way of displaying notifications. If previously we were notified of their receipt by an inscription in the status bar, now this function is performed by a card that drops out from above. Unfortunately, previously you could only swipe it left or right, thus deleting the notification. In Android 5.1, you can swipe the card up, in which case you can view the notification later. However, there is a fly in the ointment here. The new gesture is not very stable. It’s difficult to do this while playing a game or watching a video - the card continually refuses to accept the swipe up gesture.

Adjusting the volume level

In Android 5.1 Lollipop, the volume slider has changed. While you're in the Clock app, pressing the volume rocker will change the alarm volume level, and a key to adjust the ringer volume will appear on the right side of the slider. The same thing happens when playing games, listening to music or watching videos - pressing the rocker changes the multimedia volume level, on the right you will also find a key to go to adjust the call volume level. Meanwhile, it is still impossible to turn off the vibration of the rocker.

“Do Not Disturb” and “Important” modes until the next alarm

Previously, Do Not Disturb and Important modes could be activated either indefinitely or for a fixed period of time of your choice. Now, if you have set an alarm, you can activate the “Do Not Disturb” or “Important” mode right under it. It’s convenient - we go to bed and turn off notifications not for 5, 6 or 8 hours, but clearly until the moment we wake up.

Do Not Disturb Schedule

Sounds and notifications→Alert modes→Alert mode. In this section of the settings of Android 5.0 Lollipop, you could set a schedule for automatic activation of the “Important” mode; in Android 5.1, in the same place, you can do the same with the “Do not disturb” mode.

general information

The “General Information” settings section has undergone minimal changes. By adding the sub-items “SIM card status” and “IMEI code data”, the developers somewhat shortened the long list containing this very “general information”.

Animations in the Clock app

Animations everywhere and in everything are a distinctive feature of Material Design. The standard “Clock” application has acquired additional animations - the alarm clock, clock, timer and stopwatch icons have come to life in it.

Animation of the auto-rotate switch

The auto-rotate switch in the notification panel also received its own animation.

Unlocking your smartphone from the notification panel

Android, it seems, learned to open the notification panel on a locked screen back in the days of Ice Cream Sandwich. But after opening the notification panel, you could unlock the screen in both Ice Cream Sandwich and Lollipop only after you closed it. In Android 5.1 you don’t need to do this - with one swipe you will minimize the notification panel and unlock your smartphone.

Editing contact information

Although the era of Material Design was announced at the last Google I/O, both Google and third-party developers are moving towards this gradually. Here you can recall the web version of Gmail, and the “SIM Card Menu” that I hated (which, in my opinion, has not changed since Gingerbread), and a bunch of other small services, applications and details that are still waiting for their Material. Among them, the contact editing window stands out, which did not fit into the overall appearance of Lollipop. In Android 5.1, this annoying defect was corrected - now in the section for editing contact information, everything is beautiful and correct.

Android Beam and system application icons

Continuing the theme of “materialization” of Android, one cannot help but recall the icons of Android Beam and system applications, which also poorly fit into the appearance of Lollipop. They were changed in Android 5.1.

Blocking in the application

The In-App Lock feature was introduced in Android 5.0 Lollipop. It is necessary in order to limit the use of the smartphone by third parties. For example, if you give your phone to a friend, you want him to be able to use only the browser without leaving it. In 5.1, this function was completed - the instructions were changed and the ability to request a password when exiting the selected application was added.

Working with two SIM cards

You might be surprised, but until version 5.1 Android did not support dual SIM cards. Smartphone manufacturers were responsible for implementing this functionality, but not Google. With the release of Android One, the situation has changed: most smartphones running this OS support working with two SIM cards, and since Google is entirely responsible for their software, Good Corporation has no choice but to add support for working with two “SIM cards” in “naked” Android.

Protect your phone if lost or stolen

Smartphones and tablets shipping with Android 5.1, as well as the Nexus 6 and Nexus 9, will receive a new system to protect your phone in the event of loss or theft - Device Protection. It will allow you to remotely lock your device even if an attacker resets its settings to factory settings. However, it is not yet clear how exactly Device Protection will work, what its advantages are over Android Device Manager, and whether older smartphones and tablets updated to Android 5.1 will receive this functionality.

Uninterrupted calls with HD voice

Android 5.1 supports HD Voice technology, which allows you to hear your interlocutor perfectly: without all kinds of wheezing, squeaks and interference. However, in order for the HD Voice function to be activated, your operator must support it, and the smartphone of your interlocutor must also be running Android 5.1 Lollipop.

In addition, the developers have added new SMS and SIM APIs to the latest version of Android, thanks to which operators will be able to standardize the development of their own services.

Conclusion

Update after update, Google makes Lollipop the perfect mobile OS. Things were similar with 4.x - the first version turned everything upside down, the public was delighted, but in fact, annoying bugs popped up here and there, which were completely corrected only in 4.4.4.

The same thing happens with Lollipop. For all its innovation, it still has bugs. Suffice it to recall how, due to an error in Wi-Fi operation, which led to rapid battery drain, the release of 5.0 for Nexus devices was delayed. By the way, my Nexus 5 on Lollipop lasts less than on KitKat. And how Nexus owners suffered with a RAM leak on the same 5.0.x (in 5.1 this problem seemed to be solved, but whether this is really so, time will tell).

There are a dozen or even two such errors, but with each update they become fewer and fewer, and I am sure that Android 5.5.5 will become the mobile OS that you will want to stay with forever. But six months later, a new revolutionary 6.0 will be released with new bugs and jambs, and everything will happen again. This is what Android is all about.

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The Android operating system is designed to manage the functions of mobile devices. Thanks to its open source code, it has gained immense popularity all over the world. The vast majority of modern smartphones and tablets work on its basis.

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Some manufacturers change the appearance (shell) of the system, rearrange menu items, adjust the notification shade, etc. But even if some components are different, the essence of the work and the principles of configuration will remain the same.

In this article, we will figure out how to use Android devices: from the first launch to security settings and some tricks of the OS. Let's start looking at Android for dummies with the initial setup when you first launch a new device.

First start

This section will provide a description of the basic functions and parameters that greet the user when he first gets acquainted with the device.

Initial Setup Wizard

Smartphones and tablets sold in certified stores have often never been launched, so When you first turn on the user, a setup wizard awaits you. It will help you set basic parameters: selecting the system language (Wi-Fi or mobile network), setting the time and time zone.

Other settings

The next steps in understanding how Android works are setting up your email client and keyboard:

This completes the basic settings of your smartphone or tablet. You can safely use it and continue to gradually delve into the remaining subtleties, which will be discussed further.

Interface

Appearance of the operating system may vary depending on its version and shell. Each manufacturer tries to stand out and complements it with its own elements, but the basic components remain in place.

Gesture control

One of the first points from which work on the Android system begins is. Thanks to the touch screen, it has become much easier to issue commands, and their number has also expanded. Highlights the following basic gestures for control:

• Tap – single click on the screen. Used most often, it allows you to give basic commands to a mobile device: select a window or element.
• Swipe is a slight movement of a finger across the screen without leaving its surface. Used to scroll through pages and windows.
• Double tap – double tap, which resembles tapping on the display. It is often used to automatically zoom in and out of a picture and wake up the device from sleep mode.
• Long tap – pressing and holding your finger on the screen for 0.5–1 second. Used to select multiple items in a list, open additional menus, and more.
• Pinch – involves touching the screen with two fingers and then moving them closer or apart. Used to scale pages and images.

Desktop

The next point in the material on how to use Android will be the desktop.

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Depending on the OS version, all application shortcuts may be in a separate menu or placed on the main screen. There can be several desktops; they are added at the user’s request, as well as to distribute new icons that do not fit into the existing space.

After logging in, the following actions with your mobile device will be available:

• Ring – a loud ring, even if silent mode is turned on.
• Block – completely block the device and display a specified message or telephone number for communication.
• Erase data - erases all data, as if resetting to factory settings.

In addition, the current location of the smartphone or tablet will be displayed on the right side of the screen if location services have not been completely disabled.

This section will include some instructions that will help you use your smartphone more fully. The system contains functions that are not immediately apparent, but can be very useful in a certain situation.

Large screens, powerful applications and background processes quickly drain even the most durable and voluminous batteries. However There are several recommendations on how to use Android to increase battery life:

• enable automatic brightness adjustment;



• select your preferred network type (if mobile Internet is not used, then it is enough to leave 2G);
• see which apps are consuming the most energy and remove them or limit background activity;
• disable unused systems: navigation, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi;
• Activate automatic screen lock after some time of inactivity.

Internet distribution

The Wi-Fi network is not present everywhere, but the coverage of mobile operators is much greater. There are situations when you need to access the Internet from a device that cannot be connected to the mobile Internet (laptop, tablet without a SIM card). The solution is to use your smartphone as a hotspot.

You can activate the option in the wireless network settings. Just enable the “Wi-Fi router” item and specify the password.

The information presented in this article will help inexperienced users understand how the operating system of a mobile device works. All settings are often intuitive and contain additional labels that reveal their purpose, so most owners quickly get used to the controls and do not experience any problems. Video tutorials will help you fully understand how to use a smartphone on Android for a beginner.

Android 5.1 is, of course, not the version of the operating system that will revolutionize the life of your smartphones and tablets, but you will probably check for an update for several days in a row as soon as you find out that Google has already released it and the manufacturer of your smartphone has updated the firmware. All in all, we need to discuss the great new features that you will get with the new Android.

1. Access quick settings from the lock screen

With Android 5.1, you can pull down the top curtain to access quick settings at any time, even on a PIN-locked smartphone. This means you can quickly turn off Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, or turn on the flashlight without unlocking your smartphone, but it also means that your friends can surprise you behind your back and, at a minimum, turn the screen brightness up to maximum.

2. Customize quick settings

You may not have noticed, but in quick settings you will now be able to add additional switches (for Wi-Fi access point, invert colors, etc.). Android 5.0 already had all this, but they could not be removed. Now with a long press you can select the switch and hide it.

3. Improved device security

Perhaps the biggest change is the introduction of a Device Protection option - already available on the Nexus 6, Nexus 9 and new devices running Android 5.1. This feature is automatically enabled if you have set a secure screen lock method (such as a PIN) and have added various security measures to make it difficult for anyone else to access the device (for example, the device will remain locked even after a factory reset until the password for your Google account will not be entered).

4. Call with HD sound quality

Google added a pretty cool feature in Android 5.1 - support for high-definition audio, but you'll need to have a compatible device for the feature to work and the appropriate network - Nexus 6 and T-Mobile or Verizon. If you have the necessary equipment and a strong enough signal, you will hear the other person as if he were standing next to you.

5. Priority mode until the alarm goes off

If you don't use the priority mode, then it's worth taking a closer look at it. It allows you to automatically or manually turn off sound notifications for a certain period of time (when you are sleeping, for example). In Android 5.1, Google added the ability to activate priority mode before the alarm goes off (when you need to get out of bed).

6. Support two SIM cards simultaneously

Even if you don’t have a Dual-SIM smartphone, but with Android 5.1 Lollipop there will be support for simultaneous operation of two SIM cards on one phone. There is no doubt that such an option will be very necessary in developing countries, where such smartphones are extremely popular, as well as for those who like to travel. The dialer application will allow you to choose which SIM card to call from and the active card will be indicated using a specific interface color so that you do not confuse the SIM card.

7. Connect more easily

In Android 5.0, in quick settings, clicking on the Bluetooth or Wi-Fi switch could only turn the connection on or off. Fortunately, in Android 5.1 this function will be significantly expanded and you will already have the ability to automatically scan nearby networks or devices; by tapping on the icon, you will see a list of available connections.

8. Temporarily disable notifications

Android notifications now pop up at the top of the screen when new information appears. In Android 5.0 Lollipop, you could swipe notifications off the screen or just wait for them to disappear. In Android 5.1 Lollipop, you can swipe up on a notification to quickly dismiss a notification, but other notifications will only appear in the top bar and not take up space on the screen.

9. Changing the volume of system sounds during music playback

Of course, not the most revolutionary function, but a useful feature. In Android 5.0, while playing music, by pressing the volume buttons you could only change the volume of the music itself, now you can click on the bell icon on the right and change the system sound level. You will have access to various priority modes and settings without interrupting music playback. You can change the alarm volume inside the watch app as well.

10. Ignoring weak Wi-Fi networks

Surely you are eagerly trying to immediately connect to an available Wi-Fi network as soon as you get to the local catering establishment. Typically, such establishments provide access to broadband Wi-Fi, but if Android 5.1 connects to a Wi-Fi network with a weak, intermittent signal, it will remember this network and will not automatically connect to it in the future.

The remaining changes are not noticeable from the outside. This means increasing system stability, optimizing the use of RAM, and improving system energy efficiency. Android 5.1 fixes the unexpected closing of some applications, and the problem of devices overheating during . We also updated the animation in some applications.

That's all for now. Perhaps we will add material in the future, but very little. We have described everything that concerns ordinary users above. If there is anything to add, it would be a list of changes for developers.

Android 5.1 release date

At the beginning of February 2015, the first smartphones in the series were released in India and Indonesia. No one made an official presentation of the system at that time, although the devices went on sale, and very soon screenshots and videos from them were posted.

In general, the general release date for Android 5.1 was March 9, 2015. Almost immediately, Google released builds of Android 5.1 for the Nexus 5, Nexus 6 and Nexus 9. Presumably, Nexus 4, 7 and 10 will also be updated - yet Android 5.1 is more of a corrective release than offering any fundamentally different experience. Android 5.0 handled the latter well.

During 2015, Android 5.1 will be installed on new smartphones from all manufacturers. Nevertheless, . And the rest of the flagships too. It is unlikely that version 5.1 will appear on all devices before the summer of 2015. And by that time Android 5.2 will have arrived and again everyone will be left behind. But it’s better this way than slowly correcting numerous errors.

Conclusion

There's not much to write home about Android 5.1. This is not a very significant update, which received a change to a minor version for the reason that Google had to add new functionality and improve the interface. At the same time, nothing significant appeared in the system, which is emphasized by the preservation of the code name - Lollipop.

Should I update to Android 5.1? Definitely yes! Reviews of Android 5.0 are often negative, especially from Samsung smartphone owners. A significantly redesigned system, a new kernel, a new interface, new APIs - all this is good, but it always needs fine-tuning. And Android 5.1 is exactly that fine-tuning. So, logically, it should work faster and more stable.

• The system now supports working with two or more SIM cards (previously, third-party manufacturers had to modify the software for this).

• Device Protection lets you lock your stolen or lost device until you sign in to your Google Account, even if an attacker resets it to factory settings. The function will be available on all smartphones and tablets, shipping with Android 5.1, as well as Nexus 6 and Nexus 9.

• Improved voice call quality with HD Voice. Thanks to it, the quality of transmitted speech improves and individual sounds, for example, voiced and voiceless consonants, are better recognized. However, the devices of both interlocutors must run Android 5.1 Lollipop, and the telecom operator must support HD Voice technology.

Interface changes

The following points should be noted in the interface changes:

• Hide notifications by swiping up;
• Faster unlocking of the device when the top tray is open;
• Quick access to the list of available Wi-Fi networks and Bluetooth devices from the settings panel;

• Ability to delete previously added quick settings;

• Adding animation to the auto-rotate icon;
• Adding animation to the icons of various submenus in the Clock application;
• When you enable the "App Lock" feature, a hint on how to disable it now pops up every time;

• Silent mode did not appear. By the way, there were earlier reports that the option “Do not disturb until the next alarm goes off” will appear in the notification settings, but as there were two options “Indefinitely” or “A specific period of time”, they remain so;

• The contact editing menu has been redesigned in Material Design style.

• Fixed a bug in the flashlight. The turned on flash turned off spontaneously after some time of operation, and the user saw an error message.
• While playing music, it is now possible to control the volume of system sounds (calls and notifications). To do this, you need to press the volume key once and in the menu that appears on the right, click on the call icon.

Performance

According to personal feelings, Android 5.1 began to work much faster. Switching between browser tabs, scaling “heavy” sites, switching between applications, scrolling news, navigating through settings - everything happens smoothly, but at the same time quickly, without slowdowns. Perhaps this is just a subjective opinion, and the system is not yet clogged with third-party garbage, but at the time of checking, about 100 applications were installed on the smartphone. With the same number of programs, even a pure Android 5.0.1 system worked relatively slowly, and slight “brakes” were noticeable.

Running applications do not close randomly yet, but more time is needed to check. Previously, my Nexus 5's RAM would fill up within a few days, after which opening any application would cause all others to close unexpectedly. At least, I have already noticed that Instagram has stopped “crashing” just like that. On the other hand, when trying to record video via Rec. This message appeared several times: site. The over-the-air update will begin soon. As for other devices, new firmware will appear gradually, and there is no doubt that everyone will receive the update.

The Android 5.1 Lollipop update was Google's next step towards the ideal OS. A lot of work has been done on bugs, performance has been improved, new small, but at the same time important functions have been added to make it easier for the user to communicate with the device. Among the minuses, it is worth noting the lack of a silent mode and the interface’s not fully optimized operation. More time is needed to test other aspects of Android 5.1.

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The operating system plays a critical role in the functionality of a mobile device. Even many technical properties of tablets and smartphones depend on it. If there are several current firmware versions, users, of course, have a question: which is better than Android 5.1 or 6.0 and which version should they prefer? Each of them has strengths and weaknesses, which we will still try to objectively understand. Having considered all the main advantages and disadvantages of the presented OS versions, you can easily decide for yourself which version of Android is better than Lollipop or Marshmallow and whether it is worth overpaying for a device equipped with a brand new operating system.

Main differences

You can find out which version of Android is better, 5.1 or 6.0, only by comparing the main features of the systems in which they differ from each other.

Advantages:

• correction of errors inherent in previous versions;
• productivity increase;
• adding support for 2 SIM cards;
• improving the quality of voice calls;
• launching the Device Protection service;
• improved interface;
• adding new functions to the quick access panel, as well as the ability to change some shortcuts;
• change animation for some applications;
• lock function in the application;
• redesign of menu icons.

Flaws:

• inability to fully customize the “curtain” to suit your requirements;
• no changes in terms of device autonomy;
• some problems remained unfixed.

Android 6.0

With a detailed review of Android 6.0, we can look at the main features offered to users in this version, and also find out if there are any shortcomings left.

Functionality and safety

The range of functions of Android 6.0 now includes the ability to manage RAM. There is a whole section dedicated to RAM in the settings, where you can check which processes are using RAM, and also find out which programs are consuming the most memory over a certain period of time (from 3 to 24 hours).

To adjust the volume of not only incoming calls, but also other signals, you can now make all the settings by pressing one button - the volume rocker. At the same time, the usual slider appears, and next to it an arrow. If you click on it, two more sliders will appear to set the alarm and media volume.

An interesting feature of Android 6.0 before 5.1 was the fingerprint scanner, which previously appeared only in the functionality of certain smartphone models. The work of the Google Now smart assistant has been improved - to launch the assistant, just say the phrase “OK, Google”.

Interface

The main menu with applications has been implemented much more conveniently. Now they are all located on one, but “long” screen, which can be scrolled up and down. But, as before, it is impossible to combine icons into folders. In addition, in Android 6.0 you can use the application search so as not to manually search for the desired program. The system also shows the four most important applications for the user based on frequency of use. The design of the clock on the main screen has changed slightly. Below the numbers are the day of the week and date in bold capital letters. It is now possible to create small notes that will be displayed on the lock screen. The text is placed slightly below the time and date.

Autonomy

What makes Android 6.0 better than 5.1 is the optimization of the battery life of a mobile device. The functionality of Android 6.0 now includes a section reserved for the battery and various manipulations with it. Here you can see how actively applications consume battery power, in particular when they are running in the background and are not used by the user. A number of programs can be closed to extend the autonomy of the gadget.

Advantages:

• battery optimized;
• added RAM management function;
• more convenient volume control;
• a fingerprint scanner appeared;
• personal assistant has been modernized;
• the ability to configure permissions for each application;
• a built-in file manager appeared;
• main menu changed.

Flaws:

• Wi-Fi is more active in draining battery power;
• Economy mode is activated when the charge level drops to 20%.

Conclusion

A review of the main features of the two versions of the popular Android system has been carried out; all you have to do is decide whether Android 6.0 or 5.1 is better for you, and whether it’s worth buying a brand new gadget with an improved OS. Considering that the new version of the firmware has acquired many new advantages, while retaining all the advantages of the fifth generation, it can be called more interesting and functional. In addition, the sixth Android update is considered to be an effective fix for many bugs that were encountered in previous versions, and will really be of interest to fans of new products.

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1 Android 5.1, Lollipop Android Lollipop User Guide 0

2 Setting up your device When you turn on your phone for the first time, the Welcome screen appears. Select the interface language that suits you and click on the arrow to continue. When prompted, connect to your Google account, or create one if you don't already have one. Signing up for Google gives you immediate access to all the services associated with your Google account, such as Gmail email. If you wish, you can skip this step and create a Google account later. Once the device setup is complete, the Home screen will appear. Here you can add application and widget icons (to quickly view the most important information of selected applications) so that you always have convenient access to the data you need. To switch between home screens, swipe left or right. To view notifications, swipe down from the top of the screen. To access frequently used settings in the Quick Settings menu, swipe down from the top of the screen twice with one finger or once with two fingers. To open the Settings menu, swipe down from the top of the screen once with two fingers or twice with one finger, and then tap the icon in the top right corner. Tap the Google logo on the Home screen or say Ok Google to start searching for information or instruct Google to do so. Sending SMS (text messages) 1. Tap the Messenger icon on the Home screen. 2. Click the icon to create a new message. 3. At the top of the screen, enter a phone number or select a contact, and then tap 4. Enter your message and tap. To change the default SMS app, go to Settings > Wireless & networks > More > Default SMS app. Making phone calls Android Lollipop 1

3 1. Tap the icon on the Home screen or All apps screen. 2. To find the number you want to call, scroll through your contacts list or use search. If the on-screen keyboard is in the way, press the Back key to minimize it. 3. To start a call, tap the contact's name. To view your recent call history, select the Recents tab. Tap the keyboard if you want to use it. Making video calls The Hangouts app allows you to make and receive video calls. To open it, tap the Hangouts icon on the Home screen or All apps screen. Start a video call: 1. Tap Add at the top of the Hangouts app home screen and start typing the contact's name, email address, or phone number. As you type, the screen will display matching names and phone numbers from your contacts list. 2. Select a contact's name and tap the Video icon at the top of the screen. To customize notifications and other settings, tap the (Settings) menu. > Settings Sending emails Use the Gmail app to read and send messages through Gmail or another email service. 1. Tap the Gmail icon on the Home screen or All apps screen. 2. If you're already signed in to your Gmail account during the phone setup process, your device will be synced with your email. Otherwise, please provide your email address. Status Bar The status bar is located at the very top of the screen. On the right are icons for connecting to the Wi-Fi network, mobile signal strength, and Android Lollipop 2 charge level.

4 batteries and time. On the left you can see notifications sent by applications. Quick Settings Use the Quick Settings menu to quickly access frequently used settings, such as putting your phone in Airplane mode. To open Quick Settings, swipe down from the top of the screen once with two fingers or twice with one finger. To change the setting, simply tap the appropriate icon: Wi-Fi network: Connects or disconnects from a Wi-Fi network. To open Wi-Fi settings settings, tap the network name. Bluetooth Settings: Enables or disables the Bluetooth function. To open the Bluetooth settings settings, tap on the word Bluetooth. Cellular data: Allows you to view your usage settings and turn cellular data on or off. Airplane Mode: Enables or disables Airplane mode. In this mode, your phone is not connected to Wi-Fi or cellular networks, even if they are available. Flashlight: Turns the flashlight on or off. Brightness: Move the slider to decrease or increase screen brightness. Auto-rotate: Fixes the device screen in portrait or landscape orientation. Android Lollipop 3

5 Open the main Settings app by tapping the icon in the top right corner. You can also enable or disable auto-rotate screen from the Quick Settings menu to lock or unlock your device's screen to automatically rotate based on its position. Managing your battery life In the status bar, the battery icon shows the remaining charge, but you can also see the exact percentage and estimated remaining battery life by swiping down from the top of the screen and tapping the Battery icon. The battery of an Android phone is designed to keep the device running all day long. When your battery is running low, Android's power saving feature reserves battery life so you can still make calls and text messages from your phone. To enable it, go to Settings > Battery > Battery saver. Access your favorite apps At the bottom of the Home screen is the Favorites panel, another quick way to open your favorite apps. Android Lollipop 4

6 Simply tap the application icon to launch it. To place an application in the “Favorites” panel or remove it from there and move it to any other place, press and, without releasing, drag the icon to the desired point on the screen. Navigation buttons At the bottom of the screen of most smartphones and tablets, regardless of the application used, there is always a navigation bar with three buttons. Back Opens the previous screen you were on, even if you were using a different application. There is no way to go back from the main screen. Home Opens the Home screen. To open the Google Now app, swipe up. Overview Opens a sequence of thumbnail screens of the recent applications you used. To open one of them, touch it with your finger. To remove a screen from the list, slide it left or right, or tap the X. Customize the Home Screen To change the screen wallpaper, add a widget, change search settings, or change the screen order, touch and hold anywhere in the background image on the Home screen. You can add any number of main screens, which will be on the right. To create a new screen, swipe all the way to the right and drag the app or widget icon to the right edge of the screen. The screen to the left of the home screen is reserved for the Google Now app and is only available when the service is active. Android Lollipop 5

7 To create a folder, quickly drag one icon onto another. To set or change the name of a folder, open it and tap its name. To change the screen wallpaper: 1. Touch and hold anywhere on the background image, then touch the Wallpapers icon. 2. Select a wallpaper by swiping from right to left, or set an image from your photo collection, downloads, or Google Drive. Adding an app icon to your home screen: 1. Switch to the home screen page where you want to place the app icon. 2. Tap the All Apps icon. 3. Find the application you want, swiping from right to left if necessary. 4. Touch and hold an application icon until the Home screen opens. Drag the icon to the desired location and remove your finger. Adding a widget: 1. Touch and hold anywhere on the background image, then touch Widgets. 2. Swipe right to select a widget that allows you to quickly view or access information on your home screen, such as a larger clock or Google Play library. To move an app or widget icon: 1. Touch and hold the icon. 2. Move it to a new position. To switch to another Home screen, slide your finger towards the edge of the current one. To move another icon on the path, move your finger slowly over it. 3. Remove your finger. Tapping and typing To select or activate a screen element, tap its icon. To enter text, such as your name and password, or search for a word, simply touch the point on the screen where you want to type it. A keyboard will appear with which you can type text. Also the most commonly used gestures are: Android Lollipop 6

8 Press and hold. To select an item, touch and hold it until an action occurs. This way you can open accented letters and other special characters on your keyboard. Move your finger to the desired accented letter. Tap, hold and drag. Touch and hold an item, and then, without lifting your finger, move it to the desired location on the screen. This way you can move app icons around your entire home screen. Flicking or scrolling. Quickly slide your finger across the entire screen without stopping (otherwise you'll accidentally move something). Scroll your current Home screen left or right to view other Home screens. Double tap. Quickly double-tap the map or image to zoom in or out. Changing the scale. In some apps (such as Maps, Google Chrome, or Photos), you can zoom in or out by pinching or spreading two fingers together. Rotate the screen. Most screens change orientation when you rotate the device. To lock the screen in a vertical position, swipe down from the top of the screen with two fingers and tap the Portrait/Auto-Rotate icon in the Quick Settings menu. Android OS versions and updates To check the version or download updates for the Android operating system, go to Settings > System > About phone. Click System updates to check for the latest operating system updates. Under the Android version heading, you can see the current version number of the operating system. Display Follow these steps to change display settings. Go to Settings > Device > Display. Brightness level: Drag the slider to adjust the brightness of your device's display. Adaptive brightness: Turn on this feature to have the device automatically optimize the brightness level based on the ambient light level. By default, the adaptive brightness function is active, but if necessary, you can change the screen brightness yourself. Android Lollipop 7

9 Sleep: Set the amount of time before the display backlight turns off when the phone is not in use. Daydream: Choose a screen saver from photos, backgrounds, or other images to display on the screen while your phone is charging or docked. Sounds and notifications You can change the sound and notification settings on your device through Settings > Device > Prompt & notification. Notifications inform you about new messages, calendar events, and ongoing processes such as downloads. This also includes alarm calls. Interruptions. Enables or disables the call or message notification feature. If a message alert is active, tap Calls/messages from to select the contacts from whom you want to receive notifications (Anyone, Starred contacts, or Contacts Only). From the Downtime menu, select the days and time periods when you want to receive audio notifications. When device is locked. Here you can set the types of notifications that will appear on the phone screen in lock mode, as well as the visibility of private information in the notification. Private information includes, for example, the title of a song being downloaded, the name of the sender of an email message, or details of a calendar event. App Notifications. You can change settings individually for each application, such as Gmail email. The When device is locked setting will always take precedence over individual application settings. Notification access. Select apps that can send you notifications. When you receive a notification, a corresponding icon appears at the very top of your phone screen. Pending notification icons appear on the left, while system information such as Wi-Fi or cellular signal strength and battery level appear on the right. Android Lollipop 8

10 Some types of alerts, such as an incoming email or a calendar event, can be expanded to reveal more information. Whenever possible, the top notification is always expanded. To reveal a notification, place one finger on it and slowly slide it down. To open the associated app, tap the notification icon on the left. Certain types of alerts also allow you to perform certain actions by clicking the icons contained in that notification. For example, when a calendar event occurs, you can postpone it (remind you of the event later) or send an email to its participants. After reading the notification, remove it from the screen with your finger. To hide all notifications, tap the notifications icon. Dismiss at the bottom of the Manage accounts on your phone list Adding an account 1. Go to Settings > Personal > Accounts. Click Add account. 2. Select the type of account you want to create: Google, Personal (IMAP), or Personal (POP3). If you are in doubt about choosing between IMAP and POP3, try IMAP first, because... Many email services use the IMAP protocol. i. Select Google to add a Google account. When you connect to a Google service, all email addresses, contact names, calendar events, and other data associated with that account are automatically synced to your device. ii. Follow the onscreen instructions to add your account. Changing Account Settings Android Lollipop 9

11 1. Go to Settings > Personal > Accounts. 2. Select an account. If you're using a Google account, click Google and then your account name. Removing an account To remove an account from your device, follow these steps: 1. Check whether the account you want to delete was used to set up your phone. If not, go to step 2 and follow the instructions. If yes, you need to restore your phone to factory settings. This will erase all data from your device and require you to set up your phone again using your Google Account. 2. Open the Settings menu. 3. In the Accounts section, select the account you want to delete. If you're using a Google account, click Google and then your account name. When you sign out of your Google account, all email addresses, contact names, calendar events, and other data associated with that account stop automatically syncing. 4. Tap the menu icon in the top right corner of the screen. 5. Click Remove account. Security 1. Go to Settings > Personal > Security > Screen lock. 2. Select the lock type that suits you. Even if the screen is locked, you can do certain things with your phone: Quick settings: Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the settings menu without entering a password. Camera: Swipe the screen from right to left to turn on the camera. Dialer: Swipe from left to right to open the dialer (requires entering a password first). Emergency calls: Swipe from left to right to make an emergency call without entering a password. Printing The Android 5.0 operating system allows you to view and print the content of some applications over the Wi-Fi network to which your device is connected. Android Lollipop 10

13 Google Play distributes products over the Internet by streaming data, so they are not always saved on the device. Although you can download content to Google Play apps for offline access, it never appears in downloads. Screenshots 1. Make sure the image you want is displayed on the screen. 2. Press the Power and Mute buttons at the same time. The screenshot will be automatically saved in the Photos app. Using the Keyboard If you want to change the keyboard language, go to Settings > Personal > Language & input. Entering and editing text Use the on-screen keyboard to enter text. Basic editing features Select text Press and hold or double-tap anywhere in the text. The closest word will be highlighted in a contrasting color, and marks will appear along the edges of the selection. Move these handles to change the selection range. Deleting text Press the text key to erase the characters in front of the cursor or the selected part Entering capital letters Android Lollipop 12

14 To enter one capital letter, press the Shift key once. You can also press a key first and hold it down while pressing a letter. When you release the key, the case will change to lower case again. Lock capital case Double-tap or press and hold a key to switch to capital letter mode. Press again to return to writing lowercase letters. Converting letter case If you want to quickly change all the letters in a previously written word to uppercase, highlight the word and press the key. You can then convert the capitalized word back. Entering a symbol or letter To enter a single character, press the key once. You can also press and hold the character key as you enter text, or touch and hold it while pressing another character. When you release the key, the phone returns to letter entry mode. Insert special characters and letters Tap and hold a character or letter to open a list of accented letters or special characters. Cutting, copying, and pasting text Select the text you want to cut or copy. Press the Cut or Copy key. To paste text, tap the point on the screen where you want to paste it, and then tap Paste. To replace some text with what you copied, select the text and press (Paste). Paste Send an emoji Using Google Keyboard, you can choose from a variety of miniature color images called emoji to express your mood or emotion in a message. Android Lollipop 13

15 Word Suggestion 1. Touch the location on the screen where you want to insert text. 2. Start typing the word. When the word you're looking for appears in the list above the keyboard, tap it. 3. Continue scrolling through the list of clues until the correct word appears on the screen. If this does not happen, print it in full. Android OS will continue to list matching words as you type letters. To change your keyboard settings and how you enter text, go to Settings > Personal > Language & input. You can turn word suggestion on or off in Settings > Personal > Language & input > Keyboard & Input methods > Google Keyboard > Text correction ( Correcting text) > Next-word suggestions. Continuously enter words This feature allows you to enter a word by dragging your finger across the letters without leaving the screen: 1. Tap the location on the screen where you want to insert text to open the keyboard. 2. Slowly move your finger over the letters that make up the search word. 3. Remove your finger when the desired word appears in the floating window or in the center of the hint line. To select another word from the suggested ones, tap it. If you don't find the right word, type it in manually. You can change the word you've entered using gestures by tapping it to see other suggestions. If there are repeated letters in a word, such as the e in sleep, hold your finger slightly over the e before moving on to the next letter. Android Lollipop 14

16 Continuously enter words without using the spacebar When you enter text continuously, there is no need to press the spacebar, just keep moving your finger across the letters you want, and then lift your finger to start a new word. You can change your continuous word typing settings in Settings > Language & input > Keyboard & Input methods > Google Keyboard > Gesture Typing. Built-in dictionaries To manage dictionaries associated with the keyboard input languages ​​you use, go to Settings > Personal > Language & input. Custom dictionaries You can add words to your own dictionary to save them on your device. To add a word or phrase, including keyboard shortcuts, go to Settings > Personal > Language & input > Google Keyboard > Text Correction > Personal dictionary, then navigate to the dictionary for your language, click Add, and type the word. When you use the word suggestion feature, your word or phrase will be included in the list of suggestions. Add-on dictionaries 1. Go to Settings > Personal > Language & input > Google Keyboard > Text correction > Add-on dictionaries. 2. A list of additional dictionaries of other languages ​​that can be downloaded to the device will open. 3. Touch the name of the desired dictionary and click Install. Typing words by voice In most cases, instead of typing text using the on-screen keyboard, you can use the voice typing feature. 1. Touch the text field or the place in the already typed text where you want to add a word. Android Lollipop 15

17 2. Tap the microphone icon on the on-screen keyboard. 3. Say the word you need when the microphone image appears on the screen. Some languages ​​(English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, and Russian) also support voice input for punctuation marks, such as comma, period, question mark, and exclamation mark. You can change your voice input settings in Settings > Personal > Language & input. Working with applications All applications This screen displays icons for all installed applications, both built-in and downloaded from the Google Play service. You can move these icons to any of the home screens. The All Apps screen lets you do the following: Move between home screens: Swipe left or right. Open applications: Tap the appropriate application icon. Move application icons to the home screen: touch an application icon and, without lifting your finger, move it to the desired location on the screen. View widgets: Tap the Widgets key at the top of the All apps screen. Install other applications: Click on the Google Play icon in the list of applications. To remove an app icon from the Home screen without removing the app from your device, tap the app icon, drag to the top of the screen without lifting your finger, and then release your finger over the Remove key. To view information about an application on the Home screen, touch and hold an application icon, drag it to the top of the screen, and then release your finger over the App Info key. Email Gmail Android Lollipop 16

18 Use the Gmail app to read and send email messages from any mobile device. To open it, tap the icon on your Home screen or All Apps screen. Gmail to Gmail account can be used when connected to all Google applications and services, including those listed below: Search service Google Now Calendar Contacts Google Drive for working with documents Reading messages: Use the buttons at the top of the screen to send the message to the archive, delete or mark it as read. Click the icon to mark the message as unread. The menu lets you move to another folder, check boxes, mute, print, and more with your email messages. Swipe right or left to open the previous or next message chat. Manage message chats: In your inbox, touch and hold a chat to highlight the messages associated with it. Use the buttons and menus at the top of the screen to manage your highlighted messages. To change your mail settings, add an account, or open help, click the appropriate menu icon or button. You can always return to your inbox from anywhere in Gmail by clicking the Back button at the top of the screen. In your inbox, tap menu to open a list of available accounts, add a label, or do more. Connecting other email service accounts to Gmail: 1. Go to Settings > Personal > Accounts > Add account. 2. Select the type of account you want to create, such as Google, Personal, or Work. 3. Select Google to add a Google account. When connected to a Google service, all email addresses, contact names, calendar events and Android Lollipop 17

19 other data associated with this account is automatically synced to your device. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to add an account. To change settings for added accounts, follow these steps: 1. Open the Settings menu on your phone. 2. Under Personal, click Accounts and select the account you want. If you're using a Google account, first tap Google and then your account name. Google Play 1. Open the Google Play application. 2. Click on the menu icon in the upper left corner. Here you can open your account or switch to another one, view your list of purchased applications or wish list, etc. To set your preferences, clear your search history, and enable user controls, go to Menu > Settings. For example, if you want to filter apps by age level or enable PIN entry for purchases, click Content filtering or Require authentication for purchases. Start searching for content by opening any Google Play app from the All Apps screen and tapping the menu icon. Camera You can open the Camera in several ways: From the lock screen, swipe from right to left On the Home screen, tap the Camera icon When you open Camera for the first time, your device will prompt you to remember your location when you take photos. This feature will allow, for example, to show your location on Google Maps. Android Lollipop 18

21 You can open your photo folder in two ways: from the Camera app, swipe from right to left on the screen; On the All Apps screen, tap the Photos icon. If you use a Google Account on your phone, the Photos app lets you automatically back up, organize, and share your photos and videos with friends. You can also view, search, crop, edit and tag photos, and create albums and videos. By clicking on the menu icon, you can do the following: switch to using a Google+ account and back; organize and edit photos and videos; create and view photo albums; automatically create Auto Awesome animations, panoramic shots or combine group shots; view photos in which you are tagged. Contacts When you turn on your phone for the first time and sign in to your Google Account, all contacts from that account are synced to the Contacts app. After this, if there are any changes, the contact information will be automatically updated on all your devices or in your internet browser. You can also synchronize contact information with the Microsoft Exchange service. All information in the Contacts application is also available in Gmail, Google Talk and other services. You can add contacts from various sources, and they will be automatically synchronized everywhere. The Contacts app allows you to do the following: View a list of all or favorite contacts: Select this option at the top of the screen. Add contacts: Click the add button. View details: Tap a contact or group name to view their details. Share contact information or move a frequently used contact to your home screen: Tap the menu icon. Edit contact information: Tap the edit icon at the top of the screen to edit the contact information. Android Lollipop 20

22 Change app settings: Tap menu to import or export contact information, change display settings, or add or edit accounts. Messages Read and reply to incoming messages: 1. When you receive an incoming message, your device will receive an alert and a new received message icon will appear in the notification panel. 2. To read a message, tap the received message icon in the notification panel. 3. To reply to a message, tap the Send message field and enter the text of the message. 4. Click the Send button to send the message. Create and send text messages: 1. Go to the All apps screen and tap the Messenger icon. 2. On the Messenger app home screen, tap the button. 3. Enter a name from your contacts list or mobile phone number in the To field. To send a text message to a group of recipients, click the icon in the To field and select additional contacts or enter additional phone numbers. Below the To field, you can select a recipient from the list of frequently used contacts by clicking Frequents or from the list of all contacts by clicking All contacts. When sending a group message, make sure that group messaging is enabled in the application settings. As you enter a contact's name or phone number in the To field, your phone will display a list of matching contacts, if you have them on your phone. If a suitable recipient is found, tap their name, or continue entering the phone number. 4. To write a message, tap the Send field and enter the text of your message using the Google keyboard and, if desired, insert emoji. 5. If you click the Back button while composing a message, it will be saved as a draft. To continue writing a message, tap the desired chat. 6. Click Send to send the message. Android Lollipop 21

23 From the Messenger app's home screen, you can manage individual messages, message chats, notifications, and contacts, as well as change sound and screen alert settings, and other settings. Deleting messages 1. Open a chat in the Messenger app. 2. Touch and hold the message you want to delete. 3. When the Message options menu opens, click Delete. Delete a chat Touch and hold a chat in the list to highlight it. To delete a chat, click on the trash can icon in the upper right corner of the screen. Archive: Click to archive the chat. Delete: Tap to delete the chat from your phone. Turn notifications on or off: Tap the notifications icon to turn notifications on new events on or off for a given chat. Add a contact: Tap to add a chat contact to your contacts list. Hangouts The Hangouts app lets you make video calls with any contacts in your Google Account, and you can share photos with friends and let them know your location. Calendar Any changes to calendar events are automatically reflected on all synced devices. To change the calendar view, tap the menu icon and select Schedule, Day, or Week at the top of the screen. Android Lollipop 22

24 The Calendar app allows you to do the following: Read or edit event details: Tap an event to view detailed information about it. Manage events and calendar settings: Tap the icon at the top of the screen or menu to find or create an event, return to the current day, or change app settings. You can send an email to any contact participating in the event in one of the following ways: Open the event in the Calendar app and tap guests. You can choose one of the ready-made quick answers or write your own text. When your device notifies you of an event just before it starts, swipe down on the notification icon, then, if necessary, expand it and tap guests. Accessibility To make your phone easier for people with disabilities, go to Settings > System > Accessibility. Subtitles: You can enable support for text captions on your device by setting the language, size, and style of the text. Some applications require you to enable the use of subtitles directly in the application settings. Talkback is a screen reader from Google that comes with your Android device. It allows you to voice events such as receiving notifications or the results of your actions on the phone, such as opening an application. When Talkback is activated, you need to double-tap it to select an item on the screen. Talkback settings let you control the volume of audio prompts, feedback, and touch navigation options. Copyright reserved. GIGABYTE COMMUNICATIONS Ltd Android Lollipop 23

26 Copyright GIGA-BYTE COMMUNICATIONS INC. owns or has permission from the original manufacturers to use all GIGA-BYTE COMMUNICATIONS INC. mobile products mentioned herein, including the device, accessories, software, text, music and images. The contents of this manual may not be reproduced, transmitted, distributed or stored, in part or in whole, by any means without the prior written permission of GIGA-BYTE COMMUNICATIONS INC. Classic 1 GIGA-BYTE COMMUNICATIONS INC.

27 General Information This section contains important information about using your phone safely and correctly. Please read the following information before using your device. Ignoring the recommendations listed below may be dangerous or illegal. Before using the device for the first time, fully charge the battery. Do not remove the battery from the device while charging. Make sure your device is turned off before inserting the SIM card. Leaving the battery at a low charge level for long periods of time can result in complete discharge or even shorten its service life. To ensure normal battery life, it is recommended to charge the battery as soon as the low battery indicator appears on the device. To prevent your battery from draining completely, charge it fully if you don't plan to use your phone for a long time. Do not attempt to disassemble the device yourself. This work should only be carried out by qualified personnel. When in public places, follow the rules for using the device. In some countries, recording telephone conversations is illegal. Always seek permission from the third party before recording a telephone conversation. To protect your hearing, turn down the volume before connecting stereo headphones or other audio equipment to the device. To avoid damaging the touchscreen or your entire device, do not press too hard with your fingers or leave your phone in your pants pocket when sitting down. It is also recommended that you only operate the touchscreen using a stylus or fingers. The warranty does not cover damage to the touch screen resulting from improper use. The device may become warm during long-term operation, for example, during a long conversation, using the Internet, or while charging the battery. As a rule, this is normal. In the following cases, contact your phone supplier or service center for technical service: 1.The device is damaged. 2. Problems arise in the operation of the device if the instructions for its use are fully followed. 3.The device has been exposed to moisture. 4.Liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen into the device. Do not insert inappropriate objects into the sockets or openings of the device. Do not place the device near heat sources such as stoves, radiators, space heaters, or other items that produce heat. Condensation may form on the surface or inside the phone when it is moved between environments with different temperatures or humidity levels. To prevent damage to the device, remove moisture from the device before use. To avoid damaging the device, do not place it on unstable tables, stands, holders, or other unstable surfaces. Unplug the device from the electrical outlet before cleaning it. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. DO NOT use water or liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean the touch screen. Classic 2

28 Contents Copyright 1 General information 2 Getting started Description of the phone Installing and removing the SIM card, battery and memory card Charging the battery Turning the phone on and off Locking/Unlocking Contacts Home screen 9 Specifications 12 Classic 3

29 1. Getting started 1.1 Phone structure This section presents the hardware components of the device. Component Component 1 Micro-USB connector 9 Overview key 2 Headset connector 10 Home key 3 Volume key 11 Back key 4 Front camera 12 Microphone 5 Internal speaker 13 LED flash 6 Proximity/light sensor 14 Camera 7 Power button 15 Battery cover 8 Display and touch screen 16 External speaker 1.2 Inserting and removing a SIM card, battery or memory card Installing a SIM card Your phone has two SIM card slots. The right slot is designed to install a SIM1 card (for Mini SIM cards), the left slot supports SIM2 cards (for Micro SIM cards). Installing SIM1: Make sure the gold contacts are facing down and the beveled corner is facing out. Insert the SIM card into the slot and push it all the way. Classic 4

30 Installing SIM2: Make sure the gold contacts are facing down and the beveled corner is facing out. Insert the SIM card into the slot and push it all the way. Inserting the SIM1 card Inserting the SIM2 card Removing the SIM card Turn off the phone, and then use your fingers to slide the SIM card out of the slot. NOTE: Switching SIM card settings 3G networks (GSM+WCDMA standards) use SIM1 by default, but they can be manually reconfigured to SIM2. SIM1 SIM2 Default setting GSM+WCDMA GSM Custom setting GSM GSM+WCDMA Click on the Applications icon > More > Mobile networks > 3G service > Enable 3G. Select one SIM card for WCDMA + GSM standards, and the second SIM card will automatically be configured for the GSM standard. When installing one SIM card, the GSM+WCDMA standard will be selected by default. SIM1 SIM2 SIM1 installed GSM+WCDMA X SIM2 installed X GSM+WCDMA Enable/disable data transfer Classic 5

31 Tap the Applications icon > > SIM management > Data connection. Select the same SIM card as for 3G networks (GSM+WCDMA). Battery Your phone comes with a rechargeable battery. Battery life varies depending on the network standard used, applications, and the types of connections to your device. Installing the Battery Make sure the battery contacts are firmly seated against the contacts on the battery compartment. Removing the Battery Using your fingertips, lift the battery up and out of the device. Replacing the back cover (1) Insert the back cover into the slot starting from the bottom. (2) Then press the rear cover on the sides and top until it clicks into place. Memory card Use a Micro SD memory card to store photos, music files, videos and other types of data. Inserting a memory card (1) Insert the memory card with the gold contacts facing down. (2) Push the memory card into the slot until it clicks. Classic 6

32 Removing the SD card (1) To remove it safely, tap Applications > Settings > Storage > Unmount SD card > OK. (2) Push the memory card until it comes out of the slot. Charging the battery When using the device for the first time, you must fully charge the battery. (1) Plug one end of the USB cable into the AC adapter and connect the other end to your phone. (2) Connect the AC adapter to a power outlet to begin charging the battery. (3) For safety reasons, use only the original charger that came with your phone. GIGABYTE COMMUNICATION Inc. is not responsible for any possible damage caused by the use of a non-original charger or any other equipment. NOTE: Classic 7

33 For safety reasons, do not remove the battery from the phone while the AC adapter is connected or the device is charging. 1.4 Turning your phone on and off Turning on your phone Press and hold the Power button until the GSmart logo appears on the display. Turn off your phone (1) Press and hold the Power button for a few seconds. (2) In the window that opens, click the Power off button. (3) Click OK to confirm. Entering sleep mode To put your device into sleep mode, briefly press the power button. The display will turn off. To turn the display back on, briefly press the Power button again. 1.5 Locking and unlocking your phone Unlock Swipe your finger in a circle on the screen to reveal the device's unlock button. 1.6 Contacts The Contacts application is a phone directory where you can store your friends' names, phone numbers, email addresses, and other information. You can import contact information from your Google account or business accounts into your phone's contacts list. Adding contacts (1) Tap the Applications icon > (2) Tap to add a new contact. (3) You can sync the new contact with your Google account, phone, SIM1 or SIM2. (4) The Create New Record window will appear. (5) Enter contact information by switching between the appropriate fields. (6) Click DONE to save the entry. Classic 8

34 NOTE: When saving contacts to a SIM card, loading images into contact information is not supported. Searching for contacts To quickly search for a contact, do one of the following on the Contacts app screen: Tap the icon and enter the first letters of the contact's name to start searching for it. As you enter letters, the list will be filtered. After completing the search, tap to return to the application menu. 1.7 Home screen The Home screen allows you to quickly access your main applications, as well as view notifications for missed calls, received messages, battery level, and connection status. Default home screen view: basic functions. Icons Description You can save your most important links and folders in the Favorites panel. Tap to launch the Applications screen. On the Home screen, swipe from left to right or right to left to switch between screens. The icons located at the bottom of the home screen have different functions. Home Screen Customization: Add links or widgets as you wish. Icon Function Enable tethering or hotspot mode Enable or disable a network connection Connect or disconnect from a Wi-Fi network Enable or disable Bluetooth functionality Enable or disable Google Classic location service 9

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Getting to know a new mobile device is a very interesting process, especially if this is your first smartphone or tablet. First, make sure you are familiar with interface your device and know how to perform main goals, including screen, built-in applications, etc. Then you can move on to some other basic tasks such as connecting to the Internet using Wi-Fi.

The first time you turn on the device, you will be asked to set up several features, such as your preferred language, date and time, and (most importantly) your Google account. If you don't have a Google account, you can create one during the installation process.

Why is a Google Account so important? because your Google account is "your identity on your device". Not only does it connect you to the Cloud, where your photos and contacts are stored, but it also gives you access to Play Store, where you can download and purchase various applications.

It also gives access to other Google services such as Gmail, Chrome, Google Drive and YouTube. For more details, check out our tutorials.

Getting to know your device

After setting up your phone for the first time, you will see a simple screen with several icons, buttons, and other various functions. This is one of the most important parts of your device, this is the home screen - where the icons of all your favorite applications will be displayed.

As we already said, every Android device is unique. (We talked about this in the previous lesson). This means that your device and some tasks may also perform slightly differently depending on your phone or tablet. Fortunately, you can learn a lot by comparing your device with ours (LG Nexus 5 from which we take screenshots and show in our lessons).

The image below highlights the interface, home screen and other features. You can read the description of these elements below the image.

1. Notifications

Notifications are notification signals that let you know about activities, offers, changes, updates, etc.

To view notifications, swipe down from the top of the screen. From there, you can see more detailed information about each notification.

2. Status bar

The area in the upper right corner displays current information about your device (signal strength, Wi-Fi status, battery life, and time). In our example, there is an icon indicating that the phone is in vibration mode.

3. Google Now

Many new devices come with a tool called Google Now. It gives easy access to some of its features.

4. Widgets

This is an example of a widget that can be added to your device. Basically, widgets are like mini versions of your apps: they're bundled with specific features so you can access them directly from your home screen.

For example, the widget in the image allows you to control important settings such as Wi-Fi and screen brightness. You may have different widgets on your device, or you may not have any at all, depending on the make and model of your device.

5. Applications

The icons you see on the home screen are application shortcuts. To open an application, all you need to do is click on the desired application and it will open.

You can add and change app locations as you wish.

6. Home screen

This display area is the main screen. It stores shortcuts to all your apps so you can access them with just one tap.

If desired or necessary, you can always create multiple home screens to organize and group applications. To move between screens, swipe left or right on the screen.

7. Favorites

The panel at the bottom of the screen is called Favorites. There are shortcuts to the most commonly used apps, such as the default camera or web browser, but you can always customize it to your liking.

Every Android device has a set of navigation buttons. They are usually part of the software, but they can also be part of the hardware (ie, built into the device's memory).

The two most important buttons are: Home- returns to the main screen and Back. On new devices there is a button Recent Applications. This feature allows you to navigate between open applications, just like the example below.

Basic Applications

We will discuss the main applications in detail over the next few lessons. Now just look on your device Basic built-in applications. Their names may vary slightly depending on the phone or tablet, but their icons should give you some idea of ​​the app.

• App with icon Telephone designed for making calls.
• Messages for text messaging, or Hangouts for text messaging via Google plus chat.
• Email to manage your email or Gmail if you have a Gmail account.
• Contacts for creating and storing people's contacts.
• Chrome to view web pages (can also be called Internet or Browser).
• Camera for taking photos and videos.
• Play Store or Play Store to download applications.
• Settings to configure settings.

Some of these apps may already be installed on your home screen. If not, you can view all your applications by clicking on the view applications button at the bottom main screen.

Basic Gestures

These are the gestures you'll use to interact with your device's touchscreen. This is similar to how you click something on a monitor screen with a mouse. And on the device, you simply touch the screen with your finger.

• Click(tap) to launch an application or select an option.
• Click(touch) and hold to access other options (it's like right-clicking)
• Drag to scroll up and down, left and right, or any other direction on the screen
• Swipe left or right to “flip” through pages on the Home screen, photos, or pages in an e-book
• Double click to zoom in or out in certain apps, such as Maps or Chrome.
• Press and hold on empty space to zoom in or out almost anywhere.

Access to the Internet

The device can connect to the Internet almost anywhere, be it mobile data (3G/4G or LTE) or nearby Wi-Fi. So what is their difference? Most cellular plans will only give you a certain number of megabytes per month, but with Wi-Fi, you can use the Internet unlimitedly.

To connect to Wi-Fi (optional):

Whether you are in an area of ​​a Wi-Fi network (such as at home or at work), you can easily connect to it using the steps below. You only need to connect to the Wi-Fi network once. The next time you are in this area, you will be connected to the network automatically if you turn on the Wi-Fi function on your device.

If the network you are connecting to is not password protected, then you can access it without a password.

You've probably already used the virtual keyboard on your device. It automatically opens when you write a letter, search for information on the Internet, or fill out a form.

This keyboard is smaller than a traditional keyboard but has very convenient shortcuts for quickly typing like symbols, numbers and capital letters. To access keyboard features, you just have to know where to look for them.

The image below highlights the keyboard elements. You can read the description of these elements below the image.

1. Cursor

The cursor points to where the text will appear.

2. Offers

Some keyboards have their own suggestions or corrections for spelling errors as you type. To choose one of the options, simply click on the one you need.

This convenient feature allows you to enter text without using the keyboard. Just tap the microphone (either on your keyboard or in the text field) and you can dictate what you want to type.

4. Basic keys

The main part of the keyboard includes the letter keys, space keys, and sometimes some basic punctuation. Use these buttons to type text.

5. Shift key

Press the Shift key to turn on capital letters. On most devices, double-clicking turns on Caps Lock.

6. Removal

Press the X key to delete the previous character. To delete entire words or phrases, press and hold the key.

7. Numbers and special characters

Click to access numbers and special characters.

If you do not find the symbol you are looking for, click on = \ < . This will open up even more alternate symbols.