Samsung Galaxy S III User manual

User Guide
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Table of Contents
Get Started....................................................................................................................................1
Your Phone at a Glance ........................................................................................................1
Set Up Your Phone................................................................................................................2
Install the battery............................................................................................................2
Charge the Battery .........................................................................................................3
Turn your Phone On ..............................................................................................................4
Activate Your Phone..............................................................................................................5
Create Your Account and Pick Your Plan ......................................................................5
Activate Your Phone.......................................................................................................5
Manage Your Account....................................................................................................6
Top-Up Your Account.....................................................................................................6
Additional Information.....................................................................................................7
Complete the Setup...............................................................................................................8
Set Up Voicemail ...................................................................................................................9
Memory Card....................................................................................................................... 10
Install a microSD Card ................................................................................................. 10
Remove a microSD Card .............................................................................................10
View microSD Card Memory........................................................................................10
Format a microSD Card ...............................................................................................11
Unmount a microSD Card ............................................................................................11
Phone Basics.............................................................................................................................. 12
Your Phone’s Layout ...........................................................................................................12
Key Functions............................................................................................................... 12
Turn Your Phone On and Off............................................................................................... 13
Turn Your Screen On and Off.............................................................................................. 14
Touchscreen Navigation......................................................................................................15
Multi Window ....................................................................................................................... 22
Your Home Screen ..............................................................................................................24
Creating Shortcuts........................................................................................................ 24
Adding and Removing Primary Shortcuts ....................................................................25

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Adding and Removing Widgets....................................................................................25
Extended Home Screens .............................................................................................26
Recent Apps.................................................................................................................26
Status Bar............................................................................................................................ 27
Enter Text ............................................................................................................................ 29
Touchscreen Keyboards .............................................................................................. 29
Text Input Methods....................................................................................................... 30
Google Voice Typing....................................................................................................31
Samsung Keyboard......................................................................................................32
Swype........................................................................................................................... 33
Tips for Editing Text .....................................................................................................34
Phone Calls................................................................................................................................. 35
Make Phone Calls................................................................................................................ 35
Call Using the Keypad..................................................................................................35
Call from Logs ..............................................................................................................35
Call from Contacts........................................................................................................36
Call a Number in a Text Message................................................................................36
Call a Number in an Email Message............................................................................37
Call Emergency Numbers ............................................................................................ 37
Enhanced 911 (E911) Information ...............................................................................37
Receive Phone Calls ...........................................................................................................38
Answer an Incoming Call..............................................................................................38
Mute the Ringing Sound...............................................................................................38
Reject an Incoming Call ...............................................................................................38
Voicemail............................................................................................................................. 39
Retrieve Voicemail Messages......................................................................................39
Voicemail Notification...................................................................................................39
Visual Voicemail ..................................................................................................................39
Phone Call Options.............................................................................................................. 40
Dialing Options.............................................................................................................40
Caller ID ....................................................................................................................... 40
Call Waiting ..................................................................................................................41
3-Way Calling............................................................................................................... 41

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Call Forwarding ............................................................................................................42
In-call Options ..............................................................................................................43
Speed Dialing...............................................................................................................44
Logs..................................................................................................................................... 45
View Logs..................................................................................................................... 45
Logs Options ................................................................................................................45
Clear Logs.................................................................................................................... 46
Call Settings......................................................................................................................... 47
Call rejection................................................................................................................. 47
Set Reject Messages ...................................................................................................47
Ringtones and Keypad Tones......................................................................................48
Call Alerts..................................................................................................................... 48
Call Answering/Ending .................................................................................................49
Auto Screen Off During Calls .......................................................................................49
Accessory Settings for Call ..........................................................................................50
My call sound ...............................................................................................................50
Use Extra Volume For Calls.........................................................................................50
Increase volume in pocket............................................................................................51
Additional settings ........................................................................................................51
US dialing..................................................................................................................... 51
International dialing ......................................................................................................52
TTY mode..................................................................................................................... 52
DTMF Tones ................................................................................................................ 52
DDTM........................................................................................................................... 53
Voicemail settings ........................................................................................................ 53
Contacts...................................................................................................................................... 54
Get Started with Contacts.................................................................................................... 54
Access Contacts.................................................................................................................. 54
Add a Contact...................................................................................................................... 55
Save a Phone Number ........................................................................................................56
Edit a Contact ...................................................................................................................... 57
Add or Edit Information for a Contact...........................................................................57
Assign a Stored Picture to a Contact ...........................................................................57

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Assign a New Picture to a Contact...............................................................................57
Assign a Ringtone to a Contact....................................................................................58
Join a Contact ..............................................................................................................58
Delete a Contact........................................................................................................... 58
Add Contacts to Your Favorites........................................................................................... 59
Create Groups ..................................................................................................................... 59
Create a New Group ....................................................................................................59
Add a Contact to a Group.............................................................................................60
Send a Message to Group Members ...........................................................................60
Share a Contact................................................................................................................... 61
Accounts and Messaging............................................................................................................62
Google................................................................................................................................. 62
Create a Google Account.............................................................................................62
Access Gmail ............................................................................................................... 63
Send a Gmail Message................................................................................................63
Read and Reply to Gmail Messages............................................................................64
Email.................................................................................................................................... 65
Add an Email Account..................................................................................................65
Add a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account...........................................................66
Compose and Send Email............................................................................................67
View and Reply to Email ..............................................................................................67
Manage Your Email Inbox............................................................................................68
Edit Email Settings .......................................................................................................69
Delete an Email Account..............................................................................................72
Text and Multimedia Messaging..........................................................................................73
Send a Text Message (SMS) .......................................................................................73
Send a Multimedia Message (MMS) ............................................................................74
New Messages Notification..........................................................................................75
Managing Message Conversations..............................................................................75
Messaging Settings......................................................................................................78
Social Networking Accounts ................................................................................................81
Flipboard ...................................................................................................................... 81
Messenger.................................................................................................................... 81

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Google+........................................................................................................................ 82
Talk............................................................................................................................... 82
YouTube....................................................................................................................... 82
Apps and Entertainment ............................................................................................................. 83
AllShare Play ....................................................................................................................... 83
Configuring AllShare Play Settings ..............................................................................84
Set Up Web Storage ....................................................................................................85
Sharing Files via Web Storage.....................................................................................85
Sharing Media to a Target Device................................................................................86
Group Play........................................................................................................................... 87
DivX ..................................................................................................................................... 88
DivX Legal Information................................................................................................. 88
Locating Your VOD Registration Number ....................................................................88
Register Your DivX Device for VOD Playback of Purchased Movies...........................88
Google Play Store................................................................................................................ 90
Find and Install an App.................................................................................................90
Create a Google Wallet Account..................................................................................91
Open an Installed App..................................................................................................91
Uninstall an App ........................................................................................................... 91
Google Play Books ..............................................................................................................92
Google Play Magazines....................................................................................................... 92
Google Play Movies & TV....................................................................................................92
Google Play Music............................................................................................................... 92
Media Hub ........................................................................................................................... 93
Music Hub............................................................................................................................ 95
Music Player ........................................................................................................................ 95
Google Maps ....................................................................................................................... 96
Local.................................................................................................................................... 96
Navigation............................................................................................................................ 96
Web and Data............................................................................................................................. 97
Internet ................................................................................................................................ 97
Chrome................................................................................................................................ 97
Data Services (3G and 4G) .................................................................................................98

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Your Data Services User Name ...................................................................................98
4G Services ......................................................................................................................... 99
Wi-Fi .................................................................................................................................. 100
Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network ...................................................100
Bluetooth ........................................................................................................................... 102
Turn Bluetooth On or Off............................................................................................102
Change the Phone Name...........................................................................................102
Connect a Bluetooth Headset or Car Kit ....................................................................103
Reconnect a Headset or Car Kit.................................................................................104
Disconnect or Unpair from a Bluetooth Device ..........................................................104
Send Information Using Bluetooth..............................................................................105
Receive Information Using Bluetooth.........................................................................106
Kies Air .............................................................................................................................. 107
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)..........................................................................................107
Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection..................................................................107
Add a VPN.................................................................................................................. 108
Connect to a VPN....................................................................................................... 108
Pictures and Video.................................................................................................................... 109
Camera.............................................................................................................................. 109
Take Pictures .............................................................................................................109
Picture Options...........................................................................................................110
Record Videos............................................................................................................112
Video Options.............................................................................................................113
Gallery ............................................................................................................................... 115
View Photos and Videos ............................................................................................ 116
Zoom In or Out on a Photo.........................................................................................117
Working with Photos................................................................................................... 117
Share Photos and Videos...........................................................................................118
Video Player ...................................................................................................................... 120
Tools and Calendar................................................................................................................... 121
Calculator........................................................................................................................... 121
Calendar............................................................................................................................121
Add an Event to the Calendar ....................................................................................121

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View Events................................................................................................................ 122
Erase Events..............................................................................................................122
Clock.................................................................................................................................. 123
Downloads......................................................................................................................... 123
Dropbox ............................................................................................................................. 124
Download the Desktop Application.............................................................................124
Access Dropbox on your Phone.................................................................................124
Manually Upload a Picture to Dropbox.......................................................................125
Flipboard............................................................................................................................ 125
Google Search................................................................................................................... 125
Help ................................................................................................................................... 126
My Files ............................................................................................................................. 126
S Memo ............................................................................................................................. 127
Create a New S Memo...............................................................................................128
S Suggest .......................................................................................................................... 129
S Voice .............................................................................................................................. 129
Voice Recorder.................................................................................................................. 130
VPN Client ......................................................................................................................... 130
Wallet................................................................................................................................. 130
Settings..................................................................................................................................... 131
Wi-Fi .................................................................................................................................. 131
Turn Wi-Fi On or Off................................................................................................... 131
Wi-Fi Settings.............................................................................................................131
Other Wi-Fi Settings...................................................................................................132
Wi-Fi Direct................................................................................................................. 133
Bluetooth Settings..............................................................................................................134
Data Usage Settings.......................................................................................................... 135
More Settings..................................................................................................................... 136
Airplane Mode ............................................................................................................136
Mobile Networks.........................................................................................................136
VPN............................................................................................................................137
NFC............................................................................................................................ 137
S Beam....................................................................................................................... 138

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Nearby Devices..........................................................................................................139
AllShare Cast .............................................................................................................139
Kies via Wi-Fi .............................................................................................................140
Home Screen Mode........................................................................................................... 140
Blocking Mode ................................................................................................................... 141
Sound Settings ..................................................................................................................142
Volume ....................................................................................................................... 142
Vibration Intensity.......................................................................................................142
Device Ringtone.........................................................................................................143
Device Vibration ......................................................................................................... 143
Default Notifications ...................................................................................................143
Vibrate When Ringing ................................................................................................143
Keytones .................................................................................................................... 144
Touch sounds.............................................................................................................144
Screen lock sound......................................................................................................144
Haptic Feedback ........................................................................................................ 144
Auto haptic .................................................................................................................144
Emergency tone ......................................................................................................... 145
Display Settings................................................................................................................. 145
Wallpaper ................................................................................................................... 145
LED Indicator.............................................................................................................. 146
Multi Window..............................................................................................................146
Page Buddy................................................................................................................147
Brightness .................................................................................................................. 147
Auto-Rotate Screen....................................................................................................148
Screen Timeout..........................................................................................................148
Smart Rotation ........................................................................................................... 148
Smart Stay.................................................................................................................. 148
Font Style ................................................................................................................... 149
Font Size .................................................................................................................... 149
Touch Key Light Duration...........................................................................................149
Display Battery Percentage........................................................................................ 149
Auto Adjust Screen Tone ...........................................................................................149

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Storage.............................................................................................................................. 150
Power Saving Mode........................................................................................................... 151
Power Saving Tips ..................................................................................................... 151
Battery Settings .................................................................................................................152
Application Manager..........................................................................................................153
Manage Applications..................................................................................................153
Running Services .......................................................................................................153
Memory Use............................................................................................................... 153
Location Services Settings ................................................................................................ 154
Lock Screen....................................................................................................................... 155
Screen Lock ............................................................................................................... 155
With Swipe Lock.........................................................................................................156
Lock Screen Options.................................................................................................. 156
Make Pattern Visible ..................................................................................................157
Lock Automatically .....................................................................................................157
Lock Instantly with Power Key....................................................................................157
Vibrate on screen tap .................................................................................................157
Owner Information......................................................................................................157
Security Settings................................................................................................................ 158
Encryption ..................................................................................................................158
Make Passwords Visible ............................................................................................158
Device Administration.................................................................................................158
Credential Storage ..................................................................................................... 159
Language and Input Settings.............................................................................................160
Choose a Default Language.......................................................................................160
Default Input Method..................................................................................................160
Google Voice Typing..................................................................................................160
Samsung Keyboard....................................................................................................161
Swype Settings........................................................................................................... 163
Voice Search..............................................................................................................164
Text-to-Speech Output...............................................................................................165
Pointer Speed............................................................................................................. 165
Back Up and Reset Settings.............................................................................................. 166

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Accounts Settings.............................................................................................................. 166
Add an Account..........................................................................................................166
Motion Settings.................................................................................................................. 167
Accessory Settings ............................................................................................................168
Date and Time Settings .....................................................................................................168
Accessibility Settings ......................................................................................................... 169
Developer Options Settings...............................................................................................170
Turn Developer Options On or Off .............................................................................170
Desktop Backup Password ........................................................................................170
Stay Awake ................................................................................................................ 170
Protect SD card..........................................................................................................171
Debugging Options.....................................................................................................171
Input Options..............................................................................................................171
Drawing Options.........................................................................................................172
Monitoring Options ..................................................................................................... 172
Application Options .................................................................................................... 173
Activate This Device ..........................................................................................................173
System Update Settings .................................................................................................... 173
About Device ..................................................................................................................... 174
Index ......................................................................................................................................... 175

Get Started 1
Get Started
The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone the first time.
Your Phone at a Glance
The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary external features and buttons.

Get Started 2
Set Up Your Phone
You must first install and charge the battery to begin setting up your phone.
Install the battery
Install the battery in the phone.
1. Using the slot provided, gently lift the cover.
2. Insert the battery, making sure to align the gold contacts on the battery with the gold
contacts in the phone.
3. Replace the cover, making sure all the tabs are secure and there are no gaps.
Note: When you insert the battery, your phone may power on automatically.

Get Started 3
Charge the Battery
After you install the battery, charge it before using your phone.
Note: Your phone’s battery should have enough charge for the phone to turn on and find a
signal, run the setup application, set up voicemail, and make a call. You should fully
charge the battery as soon as possible.
Plug the USB cable into the charger/accessory jack on the bottom of the phone.1.
Plug the USB cable into the charging head, and then plug the charging head into an2. electrical outlet.

Get Started 4
Turn your Phone On
Use the Power/Lock Key to turn your phone on or Off, to lock the screen or display the lock
screen, and to access the Device options menu.
►Press the Power/Lock Key to turn the phone on.
If your phone is activated, it will turn on, search for service, and begin the setup
application.
If your phone is not yet activated, see Activate Your Phone for more information.

Get Started 5
Activate Your Phone
Before using your device, you must set up your service with Virgin Mobile. You will need your
phone’s serial number (MEID), printed on a sticker inside the battery compartment.
Create Your Account and Pick Your Plan
Set up your Virgin Mobile account.
1. From your computer, visit virginmobileusa.com and click on Activate.
2. Choose an activation option and click Next. Then enter your zip code and click Next.
3. When prompted, enter the serial number (MEID) printed on the sticker located on the
back of your phone in the battery compartment. This number can also be found on the
bottom panel of the phone’s package.
4. Follow the remaining instructions to choose your plan and select a payment method.
5. Follow the activation instructions below and you’ll be able to start using your phone.
Activate Your Phone
After setting up your account on virginmobileusa.com, simply turn your device on. Your device is
designed to activate automatically. If you are swapping from another Virgin Mobile device to a
new one, be sure to turn off the old device before swapping the serial number (MEID). Once the
MEID swap is complete, turn on the new device and the programming information will be
pushed to your device automatically.
You can also start the activation process manually.
►Press and then tap > Settings > Activate this device.

Get Started 6
Manage Your Account
Access information about your account. You can:
●Check your minutes.
●Add money (Top-Up).
●Changes plans.
●And more!
From Your Phone
Access your account from the special My Account app.
►Press and then tap Apps > My Account.
From Your Computer
Log in with your phone number and account PIN at virginmobileusa.com.
Top-Up Your Account
Sign up for Auto Pay to keep your service working month after month. Or, you can buy Top-Up
cards at thousands of retailers and add money to your account from your phone or by logging in
at virginmobileusa.com.
Auto Pay
Auto Pay is the easiest way to keep your service working. Once you register your credit card,
debit card or PayPal account, you can set it to automatically pay your monthly plan. Then you
can keep emailing, IMing, Tweeting with Twitter, surfing, and talking with no interruptions. Set
up Auto Pay anytime by logging into My Account at virginmobileusa.com, and adjusting your
payment settings.
From Your Phone
►Press and then tap Apps > My Account.
– or –
Press and then tap Phone. Dial and then
tap .

Get Started 7
Additional Information
For more information about your Virgin Mobile account, as well as other Virgin Mobile services,
visit us at: virginmobileusa.com.
Or, call us at 1-888-322-1122. We’re here to serve you.

Get Started 8
Complete the Setup
After you activate your phone, follow the prompts to set up your Google account and
preferences.
For best results, activate your phone before starting the setup process.
Note: During setup, you may see a notice about Connections Optimizer. Connections
Optimizer helps you manage and enhance your data experience by finding and
connected to remembered Wi-Fi networks on your device, and if applicable, the 4G
network. For more information, see Mobile Networks.
After you activate your phone, you’ll see the Welcome screen. Choose a language, and1. then tap Start to begin setup.
Follow the onscreen instructions to complete each section. For each topic, you will have2. an option to skip it and continue to the next screen.
Got Google?: Follow the prompts to sign in to your current Google Account, or sign
up for a new Google Account right from your phone.
• Tap Yes to enter your Gmail address and password and then tap the right arrow
to sign in to your current Google Account.
• Tap No to sign up for a new Google account. Tap Get an account, and then
follow prompts to set up your new account.
Backup and Restore: Select your Google account backup settings. If you're signing
in with an existing Google account, you can choose to restore your Google account
information, such as apps, bookmarks, Wi-Fi passwords, and contacts, to your new
phone. You can also choose to keep your new phone backed up with your Google
account.
Google & location: Select options for allowing Google and other apps to use your
location information.
This phone belongs to: Enter your name. Your phone uses your name to
personalize some features.
Google services: Learn about Google’s privacy policy and other terms.
At the Setup complete screen, tap Finish to complete setup and continue with other3. options.
At the Dropbox screen, select an option and follow the onscreen instructions.4.
Create a new Dropbox account: Tap to set up a Dropbox account to save your
photos and videos to a Web-based storage area.

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I already have an account: Tap to sign in to your current Dropbox account.
No thanks: Tap to skip the Dropbox setup screens.
That’s it, your phone is now ready to use.5.
Set Up Voicemail
You should set up your Voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated.
Note: Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access. Your phone
automatically transfers all unanswered calls to your voicemail, even if your phone is in
use or turned off.
1. Press and then tap Phone.
2. Touch and hold to dial your voicemail.
3. Follow the system prompts to:
Create your password.
Record your name announcement.
Record your greeting.
Note: You can also access Visual Voicemail by touching and holding .