Samsung SM-S901E User manual

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USER MANUAL
English (LTN). 02/2022. Rev.1.0
SM-S901E
SM-S901E/DS
SM-S901U1
SM-S906E
SM-S906E/DS
SM-S906U1
SM-S908E
SM-S908E/DS
SM-S908U1

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Table of Contents
Getting started
4 Device layout and functions
10 Charging the battery
15 Nano-SIM card and eSIM
17 Turning the device on and off
18 Initial setup
19 Samsung account
20 Transferring data from your previous
device (Smart Switch)
22 Understanding the screen
30 Notification panel
32 Screen capture and screen record
33 Entering text
Apps and features
36 Installing or uninstalling apps
37 S Pen (Galaxy S22 Ultra)
52 Phone
55 Contacts
57 Messages
58 Internet
59 Camera
76 Gallery
80 AR Zone
86 Bixby
88 Bixby Vision
89 Bixby Routines
91 Multi window
94 Samsung Health
95 Samsung Notes
100 Samsung Members
100 Samsung Kids
101 Samsung Global Goals
101 Samsung TV Plus
101 Galaxy Shop
101 Galaxy Wearable
102 PENUP (Galaxy S22 Ultra)
102 Calendar
103 Reminder
104 Voice Recorder
105 My Files
105 Clock
106 Calculator
106 Game Launcher
107 Game Booster
108 SmartThings
108 Sharing content
110 Music Share
111 Smart View
112 Link to Windows
113 Samsung DeX
119 Google apps

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149 Google
150 Advanced features
151 Motions and gestures
152 Video call effects
153 Dual Messenger
154 Digital Wellbeing and parental
controls
154 Battery and device care
154 Optimizing your device
155 Battery
155 Storage
156 Memory
156 Device protection
156 Software update
156 Diagnostics
156 Apps
157 General management
158 Accessibility
158 Software update
159 About phone
Usage notices
160 Precautions for using the device
163 Notes on package contents and
accessories
164 Maintaining water and dust resistance
165 Device overheating situations and
solutions
Appendix
168 Accessibility
182 Troubleshooting
188 About Hearing Aid Compatibility
(HAC)
Settings
120 Introduction
120 Samsung account
120 Connections
122 Wi-Fi
123 Bluetooth
124 NFC and contactless payments
126 Data saver
126 Mobile data only apps
126 Mobile Hotspot
127 More connection settings
128 Sounds and vibration
129 Sound quality and effects
129 Separate app sound
130 Notifications
130 Display
131 Motion smoothness
132 Changing the screen mode or
adjusting the display color
133 Wallpaper and style
133 Themes
133 Home screen
133 Lock screen
134 Smart Lock
134 Always On Display
135 Biometrics and security
136 Face recognition
138 Fingerprint recognition
141 Samsung Pass
143 Secure Folder
146 Secure Wi-Fi
147 Privacy
147 Location
148 Safety and emergency
148 Accounts and backup
149 Samsung Cloud

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Getting started
Device layout and functions
►
Galaxy S22 Ultra:
Front camera
Volume key
Side key
SIM card tray
Speaker
Fingerprint recognition
sensor
Side key
Volume key
Touchscreen
Edge screen Edge screen
Front camera
Earphone jack /
Multipurpose jack
(USB Type-C)
S Pen
SIM card tray
Proximity/Light sensor
Microphone

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Rear camera
NFC antenna /
Wireless charging coil
Rear camera
GPS antenna
Laser AF sensor
Flash
Main antenna
Speaker
Microphone

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►
Galaxy S22+, Galaxy S22:
Front camera
Volume key
Side key
SIM card tray
Speaker
Fingerprint recognition
sensor
Side key
Volume key
Touchscreen
Front camera
Proximity/Light sensor
Earphone jack /
Multipurpose jack
(USB Type-C)
SIM card tray
Microphone

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Rear camera
NFC antenna /
Wireless charging coil
Rear camera
Flash
Main antenna
Microphone
Speaker
GPS antenna

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When using the speakers, such as when playing media files or using speakerphone,
do not place the device close to your ears.
•
Be careful not to expose the camera lens to a strong light source, such as direct
sunlight. If the camera lens is exposed to a strong light source, such as direct sunlight,
the camera image sensor may be damaged. A damaged image sensor is irreparable
and will cause dots or spots in pictures.
•
If you use the device with its glass or acrylic body broken, there may be a risk of
injury. Use the device only after it has been repaired at a Samsung Service Center.
•
If dust or foreign materials enter the microphone, speaker, or receiver, the device’s
sound may become quiet or certain features may not work. If you attempt to remove
the dust or foreign materials with a sharp object, the device may be damaged and its
appearance may be affected.
•
Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:
–
If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device
–
If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device
–
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
•
If the area around therear camera is covered with accessories, such as a screen
protector or stickers, unwanted noises may occur during calls or media playback.
•
Do not cover the proximity/light sensor area with accessories, such as stickers or a
cover. Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.
•
The light may flicker at the top of the device during calls due to proximity sensor
operation.
•
The colors on the Edge screen may look different depending on your viewing
position. (Galaxy S22 Ultra)

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Hard keys
Key Function
Side key
•
When the device is off, press and hold to turn it on.
•
Press to turn on or lock the screen.
•
Press and hold to start a conversation with Bixby. Refer to Using
Bixby for more information.
•
Press twice or press and hold to launch the app or feature you set.
Side key +
Volume Down key
•
Press simultaneously to capture a screenshot.
•
Press and hold simultaneously to turn off the device.
Setting the Side key
Select an app or feature to launch by pressing the Side key twice or pressing and holding the
Side key.
Launch the
Settings app, tap Advanced features
→
Side key , and then select an option you
want.
Soft buttons
Back button
Home button
Recents button
When you turn on the screen, the soft buttons will appear at the bottom of the screen. Refer
to Navigation bar (soft buttons) for more information.

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Charging the battery
Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended
periods.
Wired charging
Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor and plug the cable into the device’s
multipurpose jack to charge the battery. After fully charging, disconnect the charger from the
device.
Wireless charging
The device has a built-in wireless charging coil. You can charge the battery using a wireless
charger (sold separately).
Place the center of the device’s back on the center of the wireless charger to charge the
battery. After fully charging, disconnect the device from the wireless charger.
The estimated charging time will appear on the notification panel. The actual charging time
may vary depending on the charging conditions. Wireless charging may not work smoothly
depending on the type of accessory or cover. For stable wireless charging, it is recommended
to separate the cover or accessory from the device.
Precautions for wireless charging
If you do not follow the precautions below, the device may not charge properly or may
overheat, or the device and any cards may be damaged.
•
Do not place the device on the wireless charger with a credit card or radio-frequency
identification (RFID) card (such as a transportation card or a key card) placed between
the back of the device and the device cover.
•
Do not place the device on the wireless charger when conductive materials, such as
metal objects and magnets, are placed between the device and the wireless charger.