Nokia 8 Sirocco User manual

Nokia 8
User Guide
Issue 2017-11-24 en-US

About this user guide
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.
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Table of Contents
About this user guide 2
Get started 6
Keys and parts 6
Insert or remove SIM and memory card 7
Charge your phone 8
Switch on and set up your phone 8
Dual SIM settings 9
Setting up fingerprint ID 10
Lock or unlock your phone 10
Use the touch screen 11
Basics 15
Personalize your phone 15
Open and close an app 15
Notifications 16
Control volume 17
Screenshots 17
Battery life 18
Save on data roaming costs 19
Write text 19
Date and time 22
Clock and alarm 22
Calculator 24
Accessibility 24
Connect with your friends and family 25
Calls 25
Contacts 25
Send and receive messages 26
Mail 27
Get social 28
Camera 30
Camera basics 30
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Record a video 30
Use your camera like a pro 32
Save your photos and videos to a memory card 33
Your photos and videos 33
Internet and connections 35
Activate Wi-Fi 35
Use a cellular data connection 35
Browse the web 36
Close a connection 38
Bluetooth 38
NFC 41
VPN 42
Music and videos 44
Music 44
Videos 45
Organize your day 46
Calendar 46
Notes 46
Maps 48
Find places and get directions 48
Download and update maps 49
Use location services 49
Apps and services 51
Google Play 51
Software updates and backups 53
Update your phone software 53
Back up your data 53
Restore original settings and remove private content from your phone 53
Storage 54
Protect your phone 57
Protect your phone with your fingerprint 57
Change your SIM PIN code 57
Access codes 58
Product and safety information 61
For your safety 61
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Network services and costs 64
Emergency calls 64
Take care of your device 65
Recycle 66
Crossed-out wheelie bin symbol 67
Battery and charger information 67
Small children 69
Medical devices 69
Implanted medical devices 70
Hearing 70
Protect your device from harmful content 70
Vehicles 71
Potentially explosive environments 71
Certification information (SAR) 72
About Digital Rights Management 73
Copyrights and notices 73
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Get started
Keys and parts
Explore the keys and parts of your new phone.
YOUR PHONE
Main cameras1.
Audio connector2.
Microphone3.
SIM cards and Micro SD card4.
Front camera5.
Microphone6.
Earpiece7.
Volume keys8.
Power/Lock key9.
Fingerprint sensor/Home10.
Charger connector11.
Microphone12.
Loudspeaker 13.
Avoid touching the antenna area while the antenna is in use. Contact with antennas
affects the communication quality and may reduce battery life due to the higher
power level required during operation.
Do not connect to products that create an output signal, as this may damage the
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device. Do not connect any voltage source to the audio connector. If you connect an
external device or headset, other than those approved for use with this device, to
the audio connector, pay special attention to volume levels.
Parts of the device are magnetic. Metallic materials may be attracted to the device.
Do not place credit cards or other magnetic stripe cards near the device for
extended periods of time, since the cards may be damaged.
Insert or remove SIM and memory card
INSERT SIM AND MEMORY CARD
Open the SIM tray and memory card tray by putting the provided tray opener into 1.
the hole next to the tray.
Put the nano-SIM into slot 1 located on the tray with the contact area face down. 2.
If you have a dual SIM variant, you can either put a second SIM or a memory card
into slot 2. If you have a single SIM variant, you can only put a memory card into
slot 2.
Slide the SIM and memory card tray back into place.¹3.
Note: If you have a dual SIM variant with only one SIM tray, you cannot use two SIM cards
and a memory card at the same time.
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REMOVE SIM AND MEMORY CARD
Open the SIM and memory card trays, remove the cards, and slide trays back into
their respective slots.
Charge your phone
CHARGE THE BATTERY
Plug a compatible charger into a wall outlet.1.
Connect the cable to your phone.2.
Your phone supports the USB-C cable. You can also charge your phone from a
computer with a USB cable, but it may take a longer time.
If the battery is completely discharged, it may take several minutes before the
charging indicator is displayed.
Switch on and set up your phone
When you switch your phone on for the first time, your phone guides you to set up
your network connections and phone settings.
SWITCH ON YOUR PHONE
To switch on your phone, press and hold the power key until the phone vibrates. 1.
When the phone is switched on, choose your language and region.2.
Follow the instructions shown on your phone.3.
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TRANSFER DATA FROM YOUR PREVIOUS PHONE
You can transfer data from a previous device to your device via your Google
account.
To back up data on your old phone to Google account, refer to your old phone’s
user guide.
Tap Settings > Accounts > Add account > Google.1.
Select which data you want to be restored on your phone. The sync will start 2.
automatically once your phone is connected to the internet.
RESTORE APP SETTINGS FROM YOUR PREVIOUS ANDROID PHONE
If your previous device was an Android, and back up to Google account is enabled
on it, you can restore app settings and Wi-Fi passwords.
Tap Settings > Backup & reset.1.
Switch Automatic restore to On.2.
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.
Note: On dual SIM capable devices, both SIM1 and SIM2 slots support 4G networks.
However, if your SIM1 and SIM2 are both LTE SIM cards, the primary SIM supports
4G/3G/2G networks, while the secondary SIM can only support 3G/2G. For more
information on your SIM cards, contact your service provider.
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.
Your phone shows the network status for both SIMs separately. Both SIM cards are
available at the same time when the device is not being used, but while one SIM card
is active, when, for example, making a call, the other may be unavailable.
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MANAGE YOUR SIMS
Don't want work to interfere with your free time? Or do you have a cheaper data
connection on one SIM? You can decide which SIM you want to use.
Tap Settings > SIM Cards.
RENAME A SIM CARD
Tap the SIM you want to rename, and type in the name you want.
SELECT WHICH SIM TO USE FOR CALLS OR DATA CONNECTION
Under Preferred SIM for, tap the setting you want to change and select the SIM.
Setting up fingerprint ID
You can unlock your phone with just a touch of your finger. Set up your fingerprint
ID for extra security.
ADD A FINGERPRINT
Tap Settings > Security > Fingerprint. If you don’t have screen lock set up on 1.
your phone, tap SET UP SCREEN LOCK.
Select which backup unlocking method you want to use for the lock screen and 2.
follow the instructions shown on your phone.
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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.
UNLOCK THE KEYS AND SCREEN
Press the power key, and swipe up across the screen. If asked, provide additional
credentials.
Use the touch screen
__Important__: Avoid scratching the touch screen. Never use an actual pen, pencil, or
other sharp object on the touch screen.
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TAP AND HOLD TO DRAG AN ITEM
Place your finger on the item for a couple of seconds, and slide your finger across
the screen.
SWIPE
Place your finger on the screen, and slide your finger in the direction you want.
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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.
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.
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LOCK THE SCREEN ORIENTATION
The screen rotates automatically when you turn the phone 90 degrees.
To lock the screen in portrait mode, swipe down from the top of the screen, and tap
Auto-rotate to switch to Portrait.
USE THE NAVIGATION KEYS
To see which apps you have open, tap the overview key .
To switch to another app, tap the app you want. To close an app, tap the  icon
next to it.
To go back to the previous screen you were in, tap the back key . Your phone
remembers all the apps and websites you've visited since the last time your screen
was locked.
To go to the home screen, tap the home key . The app you were in stays open in
the background.
OPEN TWO APPS AT ONCE
For easier navigation between apps, press and hold the  key to divide the screen
between two apps. To go back to normal view, press the  key again.
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Basics
Personalize your phone
Learn how to personalize the home screen and how to change ringtones.
CHANGE YOUR WALLPAPER
Tap Settings > Display > Wallpaper.
CHANGE YOUR PHONE RINGTONE
Tap Settings > Sound.1.
Tap SIM1 Phone ringtone or SIM2 Phone ringtone to select the ringtone for 2.
respective SIMs.
CHANGE YOUR MESSAGE NOTIFICATION RINGTONE
Tap Settings > Sound > Default notification ringtone.
Open and close an app
OPEN AN APP
On the home screen, tap an app icon to open it. To open one of the apps running in
the background, tap , and select the app.
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CLOSE AN APP
Tap , and tap  on the app you want to close.
CLOSE ALL RUNNING APPS
Press , swipe up through all apps, and tap CLEAR ALL.
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. To close the view, swipe up on
the screen.
To open the notification panel, drag the status bar down. To close the notification
panel, swipe up on the screen.
To change the notification settings of an app, tap Settings > Notifications and tap
the app name to open the app settings.
USE THE QUICK SETTING ICONS
To activate features, tap the quick settings icons on the notification panel. To see
more icons, drag the menu down.
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To rearrange the icons, tap , tap and hold an icon, and then drag it to another
location.
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.
Do not connect to products that create an output signal, as this may damage the
device. Do not connect any voltage source to the audio connector. If you connect an
external device or headset, other than those approved for use with this device, to
the audio connector, pay special attention to volume levels.
CHANGE THE VOLUME FOR MEDIA AND APPS
Press a volume key on the side of your phone to see the volume status bar, tap ,
and drag the slider on the volume bar for media and apps left or right.
SET THE PHONE TO SILENT
Press a volume key on the side of your phone, and tap  to switch to silent.
Tip:Don't want to keep your phone in silent mode, but can't answer right now? To silence
an incoming call, press the volume down key. You can also set your phone to mute the
ringing when you pick the phone up: tap Settings > Motion > Mute on pickup.If you want
to be able to quickly reject a call, tap Settings > Motion > Turn over to reject call. When
there is an incoming call, turn the phone over to reject the call.
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Screenshots
TAKE A SCREENSHOT
To take a screenshot, open the notification panel, and drag the status bar
downwards. Tap Screen capture. You can view captured images in Photos.
It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features.
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Save on data roaming costs
You can cut data roaming costs and save on your phone bills by changing cellular
data settings. To use the optimal connection method, change the Wi-Fi and cellular
networks settings.
Data roaming means using your phone to receive data over networks that your
network service provider doesn't own or operate. Connecting to the internet when
roaming, especially when abroad, can raise data costs substantially.
Using a Wi-Fi connection is generally faster and less expensive than using a cellular
data connection. If both Wi-Fi and cellular data connections are available, your
phone uses the Wi-Fi connection.
CONNECT TO A WI-FI NETWORK
Tap Settings > Wi-Fi.1.
Make sure Wi-Fi networking is switched to On.2.
Select the connection you want to use.3.
CLOSE THE CELLULAR DATA CONNECTION
Swipe down from the top of the screen, tap  and switch Cellular data to Off.
To follow your data usage, tap Settings > Data usage.
STOP DATA ROAMING
Tap Settings > More > Cellular networks, and switch Data roaming off.
Write text
Learn how to write text quickly and efficiently using your phone’s keyboard.
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USE THE ON-SCREEN KEYBOARD
Writing with the on-screen keyboard is easy. You can use the keyboard when holding
your phone in portrait or landscape mode. The keyboard layout can vary in different
apps and languages.
To open the on-screen keyboard, tap a text box.
SWITCH BETWEEN UPPER AND LOWER CASE CHARACTERS
Tap the shift key. To switch caps lock mode on, double-tap the key. To return to
normal mode, tap the shift key again.
TYPE IN A NUMBER OR SPECIAL CHARACTER
Tap the numbers and symbols key. Some special character keys bring up more
symbols. To see more symbols, tap and hold a symbol or special character.
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.
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