Samsung Galaxy S4 User manual

User Guide
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Table of Contents
Get Started ................................................................................................................................ 1
Your Phone at a Glance...................................................................................................... 1
Set Up Your Phone............................................................................................................. 1
Activate Your Phone........................................................................................................... 2
Complete the Setup............................................................................................................ 3
Set Up Voicemail................................................................................................................ 4
Phone Basics............................................................................................................................. 6
Your Phone’s Layout........................................................................................................... 6
Turn Your Phone On and Off.............................................................................................. 7
Turn Your Screen On and Off............................................................................................. 8
Features ............................................................................................................................. 8
Motions and Gestures.................................................................................................. 8
Smart Screen..............................................................................................................10
Air View......................................................................................................................10
Voice Control..............................................................................................................11
Multi Window..............................................................................................................11
Touchscreen Navigation....................................................................................................13
Tap.............................................................................................................................13
Touch and Hold..........................................................................................................13
Swipe or Slide.............................................................................................................14
Drag ...........................................................................................................................14
Flick............................................................................................................................15
Rotate.........................................................................................................................15
Pinch and Spread.......................................................................................................16
Your Home Screen............................................................................................................17
Create Shortcuts.........................................................................................................17
Add and Remove Primary Shortcuts...........................................................................18
Add and Remove Widgets..........................................................................................18
Extended Home Screens............................................................................................19
Recent Applications....................................................................................................19

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Status Bar..........................................................................................................................19
Enter Text..........................................................................................................................21
Text Input Methods.....................................................................................................21
Google Voice Typing ..................................................................................................21
Samsung Keyboard....................................................................................................22
Swype.........................................................................................................................23
Tips for Editing Text....................................................................................................23
Phone Calls ..............................................................................................................................25
Make Phone Calls..............................................................................................................25
Call Using the Keypad ................................................................................................25
Call from Logs ............................................................................................................25
Call from Contacts......................................................................................................26
Call a Number in a Text Message...............................................................................26
Call a Number in an Email Message...........................................................................26
Call Emergency Numbers...........................................................................................27
Receive Phone Calls..........................................................................................................27
Answer an Incoming Call............................................................................................27
Mute the Ringing Sound.............................................................................................27
Reject an Incoming Call..............................................................................................28
Reject a Call with a Text Message..............................................................................28
Phone Call Options............................................................................................................28
Dialing Options...........................................................................................................28
Caller ID .....................................................................................................................29
Call Waiting ................................................................................................................29
3-way Calling..............................................................................................................29
Call Forwarding ..........................................................................................................30
In-call Options.............................................................................................................30
Speed Dials................................................................................................................31
Voicemail...........................................................................................................................32
Set Up Voicemail........................................................................................................32
Retrieve Your Voicemail Messages ............................................................................33
Voicemail Notification .................................................................................................33
Visual Voicemail ................................................................................................................33

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Logs...................................................................................................................................34
View Logs...................................................................................................................34
Logs Options ..............................................................................................................34
Clear Logs..................................................................................................................35
Contacts....................................................................................................................................36
Get Started With Contacts .................................................................................................36
Access Contacts.........................................................................................................36
Contacts Options........................................................................................................36
Add a Contact....................................................................................................................37
Save a Phone Number.......................................................................................................38
Edit a Contact....................................................................................................................38
Add or Edit Information for a Contact..........................................................................38
Assign a Picture to a Contact......................................................................................39
Assign a Ringtone to a Contact...................................................................................39
Join a Contact.............................................................................................................39
Delete a Contact.........................................................................................................40
Add Entries to Your Favorites............................................................................................40
Create Groups...................................................................................................................40
Share a Contact.................................................................................................................42
Accounts and Messaging..........................................................................................................43
Google Account.................................................................................................................43
Create a Google Account............................................................................................43
Sign In to Your Google Account..................................................................................43
Access Gmail..............................................................................................................44
Send a Gmail Message ..............................................................................................44
Read and Reply to Gmail Messages...........................................................................45
Samsung Account..............................................................................................................45
Email .................................................................................................................................45
Add an Email Account ................................................................................................45
Add a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync Account..........................................................46
Compose and Send Email..........................................................................................47
Reply or Forward Email ..............................................................................................47
Manage Your Email Inbox...........................................................................................48

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Edit Email Settings......................................................................................................49
Delete an Email Account.............................................................................................51
Text and Multimedia Messaging.........................................................................................52
Send a Text Message (SMS)......................................................................................52
Send a Multimedia Message (MMS)...........................................................................52
Save and Resume a Draft Message ...........................................................................53
New Messages Notification.........................................................................................54
Managing Message Conversations.............................................................................54
Text and MMS Settings ..............................................................................................56
Social Networking Accounts...............................................................................................58
YouTube.....................................................................................................................58
Google Talk................................................................................................................59
Google+......................................................................................................................59
Google Messenger .....................................................................................................60
Apps and Entertainment............................................................................................................61
DivX...................................................................................................................................61
DivX Legal Information ...............................................................................................61
Locate Your VOD Registration Number......................................................................61
Register Your DivX Device for VOD Playback of Purchased Movies...........................61
Google Play Store..............................................................................................................62
Find and Install an App...............................................................................................62
Create a Google Wallet Account.................................................................................63
Open an Installed App................................................................................................63
Uninstall an App .........................................................................................................64
Navigation..........................................................................................................................64
Google Maps..............................................................................................................64
Google Navigation......................................................................................................64
Scout™.......................................................................................................................65
Samsung Apps ..................................................................................................................65
Music.................................................................................................................................65
Google Play Music......................................................................................................65
Music..........................................................................................................................65
Google Play Movies & TV..................................................................................................68

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Google Play Books ............................................................................................................68
Google Play Magazines.....................................................................................................69
Group Play.........................................................................................................................69
Samsung Link....................................................................................................................70
Configure Samsung Link Settings...............................................................................71
Use Samsung Link to Share Media with Another Device ............................................72
CBS Sports........................................................................................................................72
BaconReader.....................................................................................................................72
1Weather...........................................................................................................................73
Web and Data...........................................................................................................................74
Wi-Fi..................................................................................................................................74
Turn Wi-Fi On and Connect to a Wireless Network.....................................................74
Connect to a Different Wi-Fi Network..........................................................................75
Data Services (3G and 4G)................................................................................................75
Your Data Services User Name..................................................................................76
Launch the Browser....................................................................................................76
4G Services.......................................................................................................................76
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)..........................................................................................77
Prepare Your Phone for VPN Connection...................................................................77
Add a VPN..................................................................................................................78
Connect to a VPN.......................................................................................................78
Disconnect from a VPN ..............................................................................................78
Chrome..............................................................................................................................79
Internet ..............................................................................................................................79
Pictures and Video....................................................................................................................80
Camera..............................................................................................................................80
Open the Camera.......................................................................................................80
Take a Pictures...........................................................................................................81
Record Videos............................................................................................................81
Camera Options .........................................................................................................82
Quick Camera Settings...............................................................................................83
Advanced Camera Settings........................................................................................83
Gallery...............................................................................................................................85

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View Photos and Videos.............................................................................................86
Zoom In or Out on a Photo .........................................................................................87
Working with Photos...................................................................................................87
Share Photos and Videos...........................................................................................88
Samsung Hub....................................................................................................................90
Use Samsung Hub......................................................................................................90
WatchON...........................................................................................................................92
Optical Reader...................................................................................................................93
Story Album.......................................................................................................................93
Flipboard............................................................................................................................93
Video .................................................................................................................................94
Tools and Calendar...................................................................................................................95
Google Now.......................................................................................................................95
S Health.............................................................................................................................95
S Translator.......................................................................................................................95
Polaris Office 5 ..................................................................................................................95
Lumen Toolbar...................................................................................................................96
Calendar............................................................................................................................96
Add an Event to the Calendar.....................................................................................96
Event Alerts................................................................................................................97
View Events................................................................................................................98
Erase Events..............................................................................................................99
Alarm & Timer..................................................................................................................100
Calculator ........................................................................................................................100
S Memo...........................................................................................................................101
My Files...........................................................................................................................103
Dropbox...........................................................................................................................103
Download the Desktop Application ...........................................................................103
Accessing Dropbox on Your Device..........................................................................104
Manually Uploading a Picture to Dropbox.................................................................104
Lookout Security..............................................................................................................104
Voice Services.................................................................................................................105
S Voice.....................................................................................................................105

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Voice Recorder.........................................................................................................105
Bluetooth .........................................................................................................................106
Turn Bluetooth On or Off...........................................................................................106
The Bluetooth Settings Menu....................................................................................107
Connect a Bluetooth Headset or Car Kit...................................................................107
Reconnect a Headset or Car Kit ...............................................................................108
Disconnect or Unpair from a Bluetooth Device..........................................................108
Send Information Using Bluetooth ............................................................................109
Receive Information Using Bluetooth........................................................................110
microSD Card..................................................................................................................111
Remove a microSD Card..........................................................................................111
View microSD Card Memory.....................................................................................111
Format a microSD Card............................................................................................112
Unmount a microSD Card.........................................................................................112
Transfer Files Between Your Phone and a Computer......................................................112
Update Your Phone .........................................................................................................113
Before Updating Your Firmware................................................................................113
Update your Phone...................................................................................................114
Sprint Worldwide Wireless Service..........................................................................................115
Activate Sprint Worldwide Service on Your Account ........................................................115
Your SIM Card.................................................................................................................115
Enable Global Roaming Mode .........................................................................................115
Make and Receive Worldwide Calls.................................................................................116
Voicemail Service ............................................................................................................117
Set Up Your Voicemail Access Number for International Use...................................117
Access Your Voicemail Internationally......................................................................118
International Voicemail Troubleshooting...................................................................118
International Data Roaming .............................................................................................118
Get Started With International Data Services............................................................119
Access Email and Data Services on GSM/UMTS Networks......................................119
Access Email and Data Services on CDMA Networks..............................................119
Status Messages.............................................................................................................119
Contact Your Wireless Service Provider for Assistance...................................................120

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Settings...................................................................................................................................122
Wi-Fi Settings ..................................................................................................................122
Turn Wi-Fi On or Off.................................................................................................122
Configure Wi-Fi Settings...........................................................................................123
Other Wi-Fi Settings .................................................................................................123
Wi-Fi Direct...............................................................................................................124
Hotspot............................................................................................................................125
Turn Hotspot On or Off .............................................................................................125
Configure Hotspot.....................................................................................................125
Allowed Devices .......................................................................................................125
Bluetooth Settings............................................................................................................126
Turn Bluetooth On or Off...........................................................................................126
Bluetooth Settings Menu...........................................................................................126
Data Usage......................................................................................................................127
More Networks Settings...................................................................................................128
Airplane Mode ..........................................................................................................128
Mobile Networks Settings .........................................................................................128
Tethering..................................................................................................................129
VPN Settings............................................................................................................129
Roaming Settings .....................................................................................................130
NFC Settings ...................................................................................................................130
S Beam Settings..............................................................................................................131
Nearby Devices ...............................................................................................................131
Screen Mirroring..............................................................................................................132
Kies via Wi-Fi...................................................................................................................132
Lock Screen.....................................................................................................................132
Screen Lock Settings................................................................................................132
Lock Screen Options ................................................................................................133
Display.............................................................................................................................136
Wallpaper Settings....................................................................................................136
Notification Panel Settings........................................................................................137
Multi Window Settings ..............................................................................................137
Screen Mode Settings ..............................................................................................137

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Brightness Settings...................................................................................................138
Auto-rotate Screen....................................................................................................138
Screen Timeout........................................................................................................138
Daydream Settings...................................................................................................138
Font Style.................................................................................................................139
Font Size ..................................................................................................................139
Touch Key Light Duration .........................................................................................139
Display Battery Percentage ......................................................................................139
Edit After Screen Capture.........................................................................................140
Auto Adjust Screen Tone..........................................................................................140
Auto Adjust Touch Sensitivity ...................................................................................140
High Touch Sensitivity ..............................................................................................140
LED Indicator Settings.....................................................................................................140
Sound Settings ................................................................................................................141
Volume Settings .......................................................................................................141
Vibration Intensity.....................................................................................................141
Ringtones Settings....................................................................................................142
Vibration Settings .....................................................................................................142
Notifications Settings................................................................................................142
Vibrate When Ringing...............................................................................................143
Dialing Keypad Tone ................................................................................................143
Touch Sounds ..........................................................................................................143
Screen Lock Sound ..................................................................................................143
Haptic Feedback.......................................................................................................143
Emergency Tone......................................................................................................144
Adapt Sound.............................................................................................................144
Home Screen Mode.........................................................................................................144
Call Settings ....................................................................................................................145
Call Rejection Settings..............................................................................................145
Set Up Call Rejection Messages...............................................................................145
Answering/Ending Calls Settings..............................................................................145
Turn Off Screen During Calls....................................................................................146
Call Alerts Settings ...................................................................................................146

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Call Accessories Settings .........................................................................................147
Ringtones And Keypad Tones Settings.....................................................................147
Personalize Call Sound Settings...............................................................................147
Noise Reduction Settings..........................................................................................148
Increase Volume In Pocket.......................................................................................148
US Dialing Settings...................................................................................................148
International Dialing Settings....................................................................................148
TTY Mode Settings...................................................................................................149
DTMF Tones Settings...............................................................................................149
Voicemail Settings....................................................................................................149
Voice Privacy Settings..............................................................................................149
Blocking Mode Settings ...................................................................................................150
Power Saving Mode Settings...........................................................................................151
Accessory Settings ..........................................................................................................151
Accessibility Settings .......................................................................................................152
Language and Input Settings...........................................................................................154
Choose a Default Language.....................................................................................154
Set a Default Input Method.......................................................................................154
Google Voice Typing Settings...................................................................................154
Samsung Keyboard Settings ....................................................................................155
Swype Settings.........................................................................................................156
Voice Search Settings ..............................................................................................158
Text-to-speech Options ............................................................................................158
Pointer Speed...........................................................................................................159
Motions and Gestures Settings........................................................................................159
Smart Screen Settings.....................................................................................................160
Smart Stay Settings..................................................................................................160
Smart Rotation Settings............................................................................................161
Smart Pause Settings...............................................................................................161
Smart Scroll Settings................................................................................................161
Air View Settings..............................................................................................................162
Voice Control Settings .....................................................................................................162
Accounts Settings............................................................................................................163

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Add an Account........................................................................................................163
Backup Options........................................................................................................163
Location Services Settings...............................................................................................164
Security Settings..............................................................................................................165
Encryption Settings...................................................................................................165
Passwords Settings..................................................................................................165
Device Administration Settings .................................................................................166
Credential Storage Settings......................................................................................166
Application Manager Settings ..........................................................................................167
Battery Settings ...............................................................................................................167
Storage Settings..............................................................................................................167
Date and Time Settings ...................................................................................................168
Activate this Device..........................................................................................................168
System Update Settings ..................................................................................................168
About Device ...................................................................................................................169
Index.......................................................................................................................................170

Get Started 1
Get Started
The following topics give you all the information you need to set up your phone and wireless
service the first time.
Your Phone at a Glance
The following illustration outlines your phone’s primary features.
Set Up Your Phone
You must first install and charge the battery to begin setting up your phone.
1. Install the battery.
Using the slot provided, gently lift the cover off the phone.

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Insert the battery, aligning the gold contacts on the battery with the gold contacts on
the phone, and gently press the battery into place.
Replace the battery compartment cover, making sure all the tabs are secure and
there are no gaps around the cover.
2. Plug the USB cable into the Charger/Accessory Jack on the bottom of the phone.
3. Plug the other end of the USB cable into the Charging Head, and then plug the Charging
Head into an electrical outlet to charge your battery. Fully charging a battery may take
up to three hours.
Note: Your phone’s battery should have enough charge to turn the phone 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.
4. Press and hold 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.
Activate Your Phone
Depending on your account or how and where you purchased your phone, it may be ready to
use or you may need to contact your network service provider.
●If you purchased your phone at a store, it is probably activated and ready to use.
●If you received your phone in the mail and it is for a new wireless account or a new line
of service, it is designed to activate automatically.
When you turn the phone on for the first time, you should see a Hands Free
Activation screen, which may be followed by a PRL Update screen and a Firmware
Update screen. Follow the onscreen instructions to continue.

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●If you received your phone in the mail and you are activating a new phone for an existing
number on your account (you’re swapping phones), you will need to contact your
wireless service provider to activate the number on your new phone.
●To confirm activation, make a phone call. If your phone is still not activated or you do not
have access to the Internet, contact your wireless service provider.
Tip: Do not press the Power/Lock Key while the phone is being activated. Pressing the
Power/Lock Key cancels the activation process.
Note: If you are having any difficulty with activation, contact your wireless service provider from
any other phone.
Complete the Setup
After you turn on your phone and activate it, your phone displays a Welcome screen. From the
Welcome screen follow the prompts to set up features and preferences on your phone.
Note: In some cases, you may be able to complete the setup process before your phone has
been activated on your wireless account.
Note: During setup and activation, you may see Connections Optimizer notice. Read the notice
and tap I Agree to use the Connections Optimizer, or tap Settings and uncheck option if
you do not wish to use the Connections Optimizer.
1. At the Welcome screen, follow the onscreen instructions to complete setup for each
topic. Tap Next, or the right arrow, to move through the steps. You can skip topics to
continue to the next one.
Language: Choose the default language for your phone’s operation, and then tap
Next.
Wi-Fi: By default, your phone prompts you to use Wi-Fi when accessing data
services. Tap a Wi-Fi access point, or tap Next to continue setup using your phone’s
connection to the network.
Date and time: By default, your phone uses the date and time provided by the
wireless network. Configure options, or tap Next to use the defaults and continue.
Samsung account: Your Samsung account is used with some apps and features.
Tap Sign in to sign in to your Samsung account, or tap Create new account to sign
up for a new Samsung account.
Got Google?: Complete the steps to sign in to your current Google account, or sign
up for a new Google account right from your phone.
•Yes: Enter your Gmail address and password and tap the right arrow to sign in to
your current Google account.

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•No: Tap Get an account, and then follow the instructions to sign up for a new
Google account, or tap Not now to continue without setting up a Google account
on your phone. You can always set up a Google account later. Tap the right
arrow to move to the next screen.
Google & location: Select Google location options, and then tap the right arrow to
continue.
This phone belongs to: Enter your First and Last name, and then tap the right
arrow to continue.
Dropbox: Dropbox allows you to save your photos and videos to associated
computers and to a Web-based storage area. Tap Create a new Dropbox account
or I already have an account, or tap Next to skip the step and continue.
Learn about key features: Tap features to view details, and tap the ON/OFF switch
to turn the feature On or Off.
Device name: Your device name is how you and other devices identify your device,
such as when sharing via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct. If you want to use a different
name, tap the field and enter a name.
2. Tap Finish to complete setup. Follow the onscreen instructions to learn about basic
touch/tap navigation.
Set Up Voicemail
You should set up your voicemail and personal greeting as soon as your phone is activated.
Always use a password to protect against unauthorized access. Your phone automatically
transfers all unanswered calls to voicemail, even if your phone is in use or turned off.
Note: If your screen is locked, press the Power/Lock Key to turn on the display and then
swipe your screen in any direction. See Turn Your Screen On and Off.
1. Press Home and tap Phone.
2. Touch and hold to dial your voicemail number.
3. Follow the system prompts to:
Create your password.
Record your name announcement.
Record your greeting.

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Note: Voicemail Password –It is strongly recommended that you create a password when
setting up your voicemail to protect against unauthorized access. Without a password,
anyone who has access to your phone is able to access your voicemail messages.

Phone Basics 6
Phone Basics
Your phone is packed with features that simplify your life and expand your ability to stay
connected to the people and information that are important to you. The following topics will
introduce the basic functions and features of your phone.
Your Phone’s Layout
This illustration outlines your phone’s basic layout.
Key Functions
The following list defines the features listed in the above illustrations.
●LED indicator displays red when charging, green when fully charged, blue when
powering up, and orange when a notification has arrived.
●Light Sensor detects the ambient light level, such as when setting screen brightness
when Automatic brightness is enabled, and when using the Camera.
●Earpiece lets you hear the caller and automated prompts during calls.
●Proximity and Gesture Sensors detect the presence of objects near the phone, such
as when using air gesture or motion settings. For example, while talking on the phone
the sensor detects when it’s near your ear and turns off the screen to prevent accidental
key presses.
●Front Camera allows you to take pictures and videos of yourself.

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●Power/Lock Key lets you turn the phone on or off, turn the screen on or off, or lock the
screen. Press and hold for a Device options menu, where you can turn the phone off or
restart it, or for easy access to Airplane mode, and to Mute, Vibrate, and Sound modes.
●Back Key lets you return to the previous screen, or close a dialog box, options menu,
the Notifications panel, or onscreen keyboard.
●Home Key returns you to the Home screen. Press and hold to open the recently used
applications window, and access Task Manager and Google Search.
●Menu Key allows you to access a menu from most of your phone’s screens.
●Volume Key adjusts the volume of your phone’s sounds. From the Home screen, press
to adjust master volume. During calls or playback, press to adjust volume. Press to mute
the ringtone of an incoming call.
●Cover Release allows you to lift the cover from the back of your phone.
●Infrared transmitter allows you to control other devices, such as a TV, in conjunction
with apps like WatchON.
●Camera lets you take pictures and record videos.
●Flash helps illuminate subjects in low-light environments when the camera is focusing
and capturing a photo or video.
●Microphones allow other callers to hear you when you are using the speakerphone, and
captures sound during recording.
●3.5 mm Headset Jack allows you to plug in either a stereo headset or an optional
headset for convenient, hands-free conversations.
●Speaker plays ringtones and sounds. The speaker also lets you hear the caller’s voice
in speakerphone mode.
●USB Charger/Accessory Port allows you to connect the phone charger/USB cable
(included) and other optional accessories (not included).
CAUTION! Inserting an accessory into the incorrect jack may damage the phone.
Turn Your Phone On and Off
Use the Power/Lock Key to turn the phone On or Off.
Turn Your Phone On or Off
►Press and hold the Power/Lock Key.

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The screen remains blank while your phone is off. If the phone is off during charging, the screen
displays a charging animation.
Turn Your Screen On and Off
Your phone allows you to quickly turn the screen off when not in use and to turn it back on and
unlock it when you need it.
Turn the Screen Off When Not in Use
►To quickly turn the screen off, press the Power/Lock Key. Pressing the Power/Lock
Key again will turn on the screen and display the lock screen.
To save battery power, the phone automatically turns off the screen (times out) after a certain
period of time when you leave it idle. You will still be able to receive messages and calls while
the phone’s screen is off.
Note: For information on how to adjust the time before the screen turns off, see Screen
Timeout.
Turn the Screen On and Unlock It
1. To turn the screen on, press the Power/Lock Key.
2. Unlock the screen:
If you are using the default screen lock, swipe the screen in any direction to unlock it.
If you have set up a screen lock, use your screen lock. See Screen lock.
Features
Your phone offers new features for using gestures to interact with your phone.
Motions and Gestures
Interact with your phone using motions of the phone itself, or with gestures you make with your
hands.
Air Gestures
Control your phone by making specific gestures with your hand above the Gesture sensor,
located near the Earpiece at the top of your phone’s screen.
Air gestures include:
●Quick glance: When On, you can reach toward the device with the screen off to see
important information at a glance.
●Air jump: When On, you can scroll web pages in screen-sized jumps.