Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge SM-G935F User manual

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User Manual
English. 02/2016. Rev.1.0
SM-G935F
SM-G935FD

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Table of Contents
Basics
4 Read me first
6 Package contents
7 Device layout
9 Battery
15 SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)
21 Memory card (microSD card)
24 USB connector
25 Turning the device on and off
25 Touchscreen
28 Home screen
34 Lock screen
35 Edge screen
45 Notification panel
47 Entering text
50 Screen capture
51 Opening apps
51 Multi window
55 Samsung account
57 Transferring data from your previous
device
60 Device and data management
62 Quick connect
66 Sharing features
67 Emergency mode
Applications
68 Installing or uninstalling apps
70 Phone
74 Contacts
77 Messages
80 Internet
82 Email
83 Camera
104 Gallery
107 Samsung Pay
110 Samsung Gear
111 Game Launcher
114 S Planner
115 S Health
118 S Voice
120 Voice Recorder
122 My Files
122 Memo
123 Clock
124 Calculator
125 Google apps

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Appendix
161 Accessibility
176 Troubleshooting
182 Removing the battery
Settings
127 Introduction
127 Wi-Fi
129 Bluetooth
131 Flight mode
131 Mobile hotspot and tethering
132 Data usage
133 SIM card manager (dual SIM models)
134 Mobile networks
134 NFC and payment
137 More connection settings
139 Smart Manager
141 Applications
142 Sounds and vibration
143 Notifications
143 Do not disturb
144 Display
145 Edge screen
146 Advanced features
147 Wallpaper
147 Themes
147 Home screen
147 Lock screen and security
152 Privacy and safety
156 Easy mode
156 Accessibility
157 Accounts
157 Backup and reset
158 Language and input
159 Battery
159 Storage
160 Date and time
160 User manual
160 About device

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Basics
Read me first
Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.
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Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.
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Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider,
model specifications, or device’s software.
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Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the
overall performance of the device. Apps related to the content may not work properly
depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.
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Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other
than Samsung.
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Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited
registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customise the
operating system may cause the device or apps to work improperly.
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Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device
are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal
use of media.
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You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and
downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services depending on your data plan. For
large data transfers, it is recommended to use the Wi-Fi feature.
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Default apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be
supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with
the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service
providers.
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Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources
may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations
of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.

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Depending on the region or model, some devices are required to receive approval from
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). If your device is approved by the FCC,
you can view the FCC ID of the device. To view the FCC ID, tap
Apps
→
Settings
→
About device
→
Battery info .
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Depending on the region, you can view the regulatory information on the device. To view
the information, tap
Apps
→
Settings
→
About device
→
Regulatory information .
Maintaining water and dust resistance
Your device supports water- and dust-resistance. Follow these tips carefully to maintain the
water- and dust-resistance of your device. Failure to do so may result in damage to your
device.
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Do not immerse the device in water deeper than 1.5 m and keep it submerged for more
than 30 minutes.
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Do not expose the device to water moving with force, such as running water from taps,
ocean waves, or waterfalls.
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If the device is exposed to clean water, dry it thoroughly with a clean, soft cloth. If the
device is exposed to other liquids, rinse it with clean water and dry it thoroughly with a
clean, soft cloth. If you do not follow these instructions, the device’s performance and
appearance may be affected.
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If the device has been immersed in water or the microphone, speaker, or receiver is
wet, sound may not be heard clearly during a call. Wipe the device with a dry cloth or dry
it thoroughly before using it.
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The touchscreen and other features may not work properly if the device is used in water.
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Your device has been tested in a controlled environment and certified to be water-
and dust-resistant in specific situations (meets requirements of classification IP68 as
described by the international standard IEC 60529-Degrees of Protection provided
by Enclosures [IP Code]; test conditions: 15-35°C, 86-106 kPa, 1.5 metre, 30 minutes).
Despite this classification, it is still possible for your device to be damaged in certain
situations.

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Instructional icons
Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others
Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment
Notice: notes, usage tips, or additional information
Package contents
Check the product box for the following items:
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Device
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Quick start guide
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The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary
depending on the region or service provider.
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The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible
with other devices.
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Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make
sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.
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Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause
the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.
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Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on
manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer
to the Samsung website.

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Device layout
Microphone
Loud speaker
Back key
Multipurpose jack
Front camera
Receiver
Edge screen
Power key
Touchscreen
Edge screen
Recents key
Headset jack
Home key (Fingerprint
recognition sensor)
LED indicator
Proximity sensor
SIM card / Memory card
tray
GPS antenna
Main antenna
Volume key
NFC antenna / MST
antenna / Wireless
charging coil
Rear camera
Microphone
Flash

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Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:
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If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device
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If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device
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If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while
using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection
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Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen
protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.
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The colours on the curved screen may look different depending on your viewing
position.
Keys
Key Function
Power
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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.
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Press to turn on or lock the screen.
Recents
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Tap to open the list of recent apps.
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Tap and hold to launch the split screen view.
Home
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Press to turn on the screen while the screen is locked.
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Press to return to the Home screen.
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Press and hold to launch Google .
Back
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Tap to return to the previous screen.
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Tap and hold to access additional options for the current
screen.
Volume
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Press to adjust the device volume.

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Battery
Charging the battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended
periods.
Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or
cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.
1 Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor, and then plug the end of the USB cable
into the multipurpose jack.
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.
2 Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket.

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3 After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger
from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.
To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in
use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket
and easily accessible while charging.
Viewing the remaining charging time
While charging, open the Home screen and tap Apps
→
Settings
→
Battery .
The actual charging time may vary depending on the status of your device and the
charging conditions. The remaining charging time may not be displayed when you
charge the device in very cold or very hot conditions.
Reducing the battery consumption
Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power.
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Optimise the device using the Smart manager.
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When you are not using the device, switch to sleep mode by pressing the Power key.
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Activate power saving mode.
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Close unnecessary apps.
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Deactivate the Bluetooth feature when not in use.
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Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature when not in use.
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Deactivate auto-syncing of apps that need to be synced, such as emails.
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Decrease the backlight time.
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Decrease the screen brightness.

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Battery charging tips and precautions
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When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.
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If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on immediately
when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes
before turning on the device.
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If you use multiple apps at once, network apps, or apps that need a connection to
another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid losing power during a data
transfer, always use these apps after fully charging the battery.
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Using a power source other than the charger, such as a computer, may result in a slower
charging speed due to a lower electric current.
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The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the
battery.
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If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touchscreen may not
function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.
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While charging, the device and the charger may heat up. This is normal and should not
affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the
charger may stop charging.
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If you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may be damaged.
Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device.
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If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung
Service Centre.

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Fast charging
The device has a built-in fast charging feature. You can use this feature to charge the battery
more quickly while the device or its screen is turned off.
About Fast charging
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Fast charging uses battery charging technology that charges the battery faster by
increasing the charging power. The device supports Samsung’s Adaptive fast charging
feature and Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0.
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To use Fast charging on your device, connect it to a battery charger that supports
Adaptive fast charging or Quick Charge 2.0.
Increasing the charging speed
To increase the charging speed, turn the device or its screen off when you charge the battery.
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While charging the battery when the device is turned off, the icon appears on the
screen.
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You cannot use the fast charging feature when the screen is turned on. Turn off the
screen to increase the charging speed.
If the fast charging feature is not activated, on the Home screen, tap
Apps
→
Settings
→
Battery , and then tap the Fast cable charging switch to activate it.
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You cannot use the built-in fast charging feature when you charge the battery
using a standard battery charger.
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If the device heats up or the ambient air temperature rises, the charging speed may
decrease automatically. This is a normal operating condition to prevent damage to
the device.

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Wireless charging
The device has a built-in wireless charging coil. You can charge the battery using a wireless
charger (sold separately).
Fast wireless charging
You can charge your device faster using the fast wireless charging feature. To use this feature,
you must use a charger and components that support the fast wireless charging feature.
A fan inside the charger may produce noise during fast wireless charging. To reduce
the fan noise, you must deactivate the fast wireless charging feature. The on/off
option will be added in your device’s settings menu when you first place it on the
charger. On the Home screen, tap
Apps
→
Settings
→
Battery , and then tap the Fast
wireless charging
switch to deactivate it. Deactivating this feature will reduce noise,
but may result in slower charging times.
Charging the battery
1 Place the centre of the device’s back on the centre of the wireless charger.
You can check the remaining charging time on the screen. The actual remaining time
may vary depending on the charging conditions.

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2 After fully charging, disconnect the device from the wireless charger.
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When there are foreign materials between the device and the wireless charger, the
device may not charge properly.
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If you use the wireless charger in areas with weak network signals, you may lose
network reception.
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Use Samsung-approved wireless chargers. If you use other wireless chargers, the
battery may not charge properly.
Power saving mode
Save the battery power by limiting the device’s functions.
On the Home screen, tap
Apps
→
Settings
→
Battery
→
Power saving mode , and then tap
the switch to activate it.
To automatically activate power saving mode when the remaining battery power reaches the
preset level, tap
Start power saving and select an option.
Ultra power saving mode
Use this mode to extend the device’s battery power. In ultra power saving mode, the device
performs the following:
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Displays colours on the screen as grey tones.
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Restricts the available apps to essential and selected apps only.
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Deactivates the mobile data connection when the screen turns off.
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Deactivates the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth features.
On the Home screen, tap
Apps
→
Settings
→
Battery
→
Ultra power saving mode , and
then tap the switch to activate it.
To deactivate ultra power saving mode, tap
MORE
→
Disable Ultra power saving mode .
The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs
out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating
conditions.

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SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)
Installing the SIM or USIM card
Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.
Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not
responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.
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Dual SIM models: In some areas, data transfer speeds may be slower if two SIM
cards are inserted in the device than when one SIM card is inserted.
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Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For
more information about service availability, contact your service provider.
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Single SIM models:
2
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3
1

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►
Dual SIM models:
2
54
3
1
1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.
Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may
be damaged.

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2 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
3
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Single SIM models: Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray with the gold-coloured
contacts facing downwards.
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Dual SIM models: Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray with the gold-coloured
contacts facing downwards.
Place the primary SIM or USIM card on the tray 1 ( 1 ) and the secondary SIM or USIM card
on the tray 2 ( 2 ).
1
2
Tray 2
Tray 1
4 Gently press the SIM or USIM card into the tray to secure it.
If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the SIM card may leave or fall out of the tray.
5 Insert the tray back into the tray slot.
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If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be
damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry.
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Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.

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Correct card installation
►
Single SIM models:
Nano-SIM card
microSD card
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Dual SIM models:
Nano-SIM card
Nano-SIM card
Nano-SIM card
microSD card
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Use only a nano-SIM card.
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You cannot insert a nano-SIM card and a microSD card in tray 2 at the same time.

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Removing the SIM or USIM card
1 Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.
2 Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.
3 Remove the SIM or USIM card.
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Single SIM models:
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Dual SIM models:
4 Insert the tray back into the tray slot.

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Using dual SIM or USIM cards (dual SIM models)
If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for
a single device.
Activating SIM or USIM cards
On the Home screen, tap Apps
→
Settings
→
SIM card manager . Select a SIM or USIM card
and tap the switch to activate it.
Customising SIM or USIM cards
On the Home screen, tap Apps
→
Settings
→
SIM card manager and select a SIM or USIM
card to access the following options:
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Icon : Change the icon of the SIM or USIM card.
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Name : Change the display name of the SIM or USIM card.
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Network mode : Select a network type to use with the SIM or USIM card.
Setting preferred SIM or USIM cards
When two cards are activated, you can assign voice calls, messaging, and data services to
specific cards.
On the Home screen, tap
Apps
→
Settings
→
SIM card manager and set the feature
preferences for your cards in
Preferred SIM card .