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Welcome
to the Samsung Galaxy S4 Handbook

Bursting with innovative features and revolutionary technology,
the Samsung Galaxy S4 is quite possibly the most entertaining
and powerful smartphone ever made.
In this handbook What Mobile pushes the handset to the limit
with step-by-step tutorials, expert tips, in depth app guides and
lots more to ensure you really make the most of all the features
on this incredible Android device.
Theres something for everyone inside, whatever your level of
technical ability or experience, because our guides are graded
for Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced users.
Alongside the Galaxy S4 we also focus on other popular
Samsung Galaxy handsets, including the SIII, SIII mini and S2,
and the information is relevant to all Galaxy models whichever
version of Android OS they are running.
Enjoy the handbook and dont forget to check out all the latest
developments in the mobile world at www.whatmobile.net.
Jon Corke
Editor
Samsung Galaxy S4 Handbook
Inside
Contents
+ See p162 for a full list of tutorials by page number
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Introduction
06
Tutorials
Get to know the Galaxies
Step-by-step guides to essential functions
06 Samsung Galaxy S4
An overview of the main features
on this stunning smartphone.
26 Out of the box

How to set up your phone
and add security options.
50 Email accounts
Install and organise all types
of email accounts.
12 The Samsung Galaxy range

Charting the history of the other
models in the Galaxy family.
30 Menu system
Maximise the homescreen,
controls and notifications.
58 Web browser
Explore the Internet and
learn new navigation skills.
22 Android Uncovered
An explanation of the worlds most
popular mobile operating system.
34 Personalisation
Customise the Galaxy S4
just the way you like it.
62 Galaxy camera
Operate all the features on
the smartest of snappers.
42 Communication
Make phone calls and
organise your contacts.
70 Connectivity
Hook up, sync and send files
over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
46 Messaging
Compose texts and master
the onscreen keyboard.
74 Sensor controls
Control the S4 via gestures,
movements and your eyes.
Contents
156
126
62
12
Shopping
Apps in depth
Downloads and extras
Detailed tutorials on the most important apps
80 Top 50 apps for the S4

A round-up of essential apps to
boost your phones functionality.
108 Multimedia
Playback on the built-in
music and video players.
134 Story Album

Turn captured pictures into
nice photography albums.
92 Best 50 games in the Galaxy

Turn your handset into a portable
plaything with these top titles.
116 Group Play

Share your content on
multiple S4 handsets.
138 S Memo & S Planner

Organise your notes and
conquer the calendar.
102 Useful accessories

Must-have enhancements to
protect and serve your device.
118 S Health
Keep track of your fitness
and exercise activity.
142 Voice Commands

Speech control with S Voice,
S Voice Drive & S Translator.
124 Content Portals

Downloads from Samsung
Hub and Google Play Store.
148 Google Services

Google Maps, Navigation,
Google+ and Google Play.
126 Social Networking

Using Facebook, Flipboard,
Twitter, Instagram, ChatON.
156 WatchON
Turn your handset into a TV
guide and remote control.
Introduction
Samsung
Galaxy S4
Say hello to the
With a stunning HD display,

superfast processor, 4G,
incredible 13-megapixel
camera and a host of truly
innovative sensory controls,
not to mention the latest and
greatest Android operating
system, the Samsung Galaxy
S4 is a real powerhouse of
a smartphone. Allow us to
introduce you to the neverending list of features on this
remarkable device...
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Samsung Galaxy S4
Group Play: sharing content between devices
old tight as we run

through an overview
of all the new and
exciting highlights
that the Samsung
Galaxy S4 has to offer.
All of the features and functions
listed in this article will be covered
later in the Handbook, so this is a
quick taster of what to expect.
Perfect Sense
Innovation has always been one
of Samsungs strong points and
with the collection of sensory
controls on the Galaxy S4, it has
delivered again. You will feel like
Tom Cruise in Minority Report using
Air Gesture as you scroll through
web pages or change a music track
using a flick of the hand, without
even touching the screen. Put

those magic fingers to
work again in Air View,
which allows you to
preview certain content
just by hovering a digit
over the screen. Samsung
Smart Pause lets you control the
movement of the screen with your
eyes; when watching a video the
phone detects when you look
away and freezes playback until
your eyes return. In a similar way
Samsung Smart Scroll allows
you to navigate through pages by
detecting your eye movement.
Good To Share
They say its good to share and the
S4 evidently agrees. Who needs
Wi-Fi or Bluetooth when you
Scroll through web pages or change

a music track with a flick of the hand,
without even touching the screen
have Group Play and its ability to

connect directly to other devices,
sharing and creating content
together, including the Share
Music option to blast out the same
music tracks on separate devices.
For a more tranquil experience
check out Story Album, in which
you can assemble a montage of
pictures, posts and memos into a
personalised photo album.
Sharp Shooter
Talking of photography, the
13-megapixel camera with
autofocus is impressive enough
in its own right, before you even
begin to consider the shooting
Introduction
modes that accompany it. A Dual
Camera feature allows the S4
to take pictures (or videos) with
the front and the rear cameras
simultaneously, blending the
images together into a single
frame. Other innovations include
Drama Shot, a multishot mode that
enables a continuous time-lapse
of the action and Sound & Shot,
which captures audio and images
at the same time, for an accurate
record of everything that occurs in
those memorable moments .
Software Skills
Youll be pleased to know that the
S4 isnt lacking in the software
department either. Fitness fanatics
will appreciate how S Health
monitors and tracks your exercise,
food intake and general well-being,
while globe-trotters will enjoy
receiving recommendations on
exotic places to visit in S Travel.
They can also get assistance in
any language difficulties they
might encounter when talking to
the locals thanks to S Translator.
Car travel is made easier and
safer with S Voice Drive,

enabling drivers to activate
phone controls via voice
commands when driving at
the wheel.
The Entertainer
If all that outdoor activity
sounds like too much
effort, why not convert
your handset into a
fully-fledged TV remote,
capable of controlling
your home entertainment
system? Samsung
WatchON also lets you
stream live TV. If you
prefer a more sociable
activity to while away
the time, check out
Samsung ChatON, an
Google It
Finally, being an Android OS device,
the Galaxy S4 also has access to the
multitude of services that Google
has to offer. A host of applications
come pre-installed on the handset,
including Google Maps, Google
Plus, Google Play, Gmail and
Navigation. And in the unlikely
event that you tire of everything
that comes bundled on the device,
just head to the Google Play Store
or Samsung Hub, where there are
thousands more apps to download,
alongside music, videos and games
galore. The Samsung Galaxy S4 has
something for everyone.
Why not convert your handset into a

TV remote, capable of controlling your
home entertainment system?
Dual Shot: taking a picture with both the front and rear cameras at the same time
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instant messaging service to keep

in touch and share content with
friends all over the world.
Samsung Galaxy S4
At a glance: Galaxy S4 main features

A brief overview of the important features on this powerful smartphone.
Operating System
The S4 operates on the latest
version of Googles Android
OS, Jelly Bean 4.2.2, with
a speedy, slick, intuitive
interface and a plethora of
customisation options.
High-res screen
Pictures, videos and
websites appear vividly on
the 5-inch, high definition,
1920x1080 pixel display
thats made from toughened
glass and is glove-friendly.
Advanced controls
Futuristic sensor controls are
onboard to complement the
touchscreen, with users able
to control some parts of the
device using eye movement,
phone tilts and air gestures.
Connectivity
The phone is equipped
with 4G technology for
super-fast data speeds,
alongside Wi-Fi, GPS and
Bluetooth. You can even
use it as a TV remote.
Speedy processor
The device runs on a 1.6GHz
quad-core processor, so
apps load quickly and run
smoothly, it supports multitasking and two apps can run
on screen at the same time.
Super software
Samsung and Google have
joined forces to provide a full
suite of handy software apps,
covering everything from
Health to SatNav to Music.
Powerful camera
A 13-megapixel auto-focus camera
comes with an impressive and
imaginative array of shooting
modes to ensure you always get
the best shot at the right time.
Introduction
Galaxy S4 fact sheet

Status Bar Icons
No signal
Signal strength
Want a comprehensive listing of all the

important product specifications for
the Samsung Galaxy S4? Here you go.
Roaming
GPRS (2.5G)
EDGE (2.75G)
UMTS (3G)
HSDPA (3.5G)
HSPA+ (3.75G)
LTE (4G)
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
GPS
Call in progress
Smart Scroll
mm
Air Gesture
136.6
Missed call
Synced with the web

USB connected
No SIM card
New text message
Alarm on
Silent mode
Vibration mode
Flight mode
Error occured
Battery power level
7.9
mm
10
69.8
mm
Samsung Galaxy S4
Additional Features
Samsung Hub, Dropbox, Flipboard
Group Play: Share Music, Share Picture, Share Document, Play Games
Story Album, S Translator, Optical Reader, S Memo, S Planner
Samsung Smart Scroll, Samsung Smart Pause, Air Gesture, Air View
Samsung ChatON (Voice/Video Call, Share screen, 3-way calling)
Samsung WatchON
S Travel (TripAdvisor), S Voice, S Voice! Drive, S Health
Samsung Adapt Display, Samsung Adapt Sound
Auto adjust touch sensitivity (glove friendly)
Safety Assistance, Samsung Link, Screen Mirroring
Full specifications
OS
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Networks

2.5G (850/900/1800/1900MHz)
3G (850/900/1900/2100MHz)
4G (LTE Cat 3 100/50Mbps)
Screen

5-inch Super AMOLED, Full HD

16M colours, 1080 x 1920 pixels,
441 ppi, Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Input
Capacitive touchscreen
Processor
1.6GHz Octa-Core Processor
Memory

16/32/64GB internal storage

microSD slot (up to 64GB)
2GB RAM
Connectivity

Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac (HT80)

GPS / GLONAS
NFC, Bluetooth 4.0 (LE)
IR LED (remote control). MHL 2.0
Camera

Rear: 13-megapixel, autofocus,

flash, zero shutter lag, BIS
Front: 2-megapixel, zero shutter
lag, BIS, full HD record @30fps
Camera
features

Drama Shot, Sound & Shot, 360

Photo, Cinema Photo, Eraser,
Night, Best Photo, Best Face,
Beauty Face, Sports, Panorama,
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
Dual Camera: Dual Video Call,
Dual Shot, Dual Record
Video record Full HD (1080p)

& playback
Video Codec: MPEG4, H.264, H.263, DivX,

DivX3.11, VC-1, VP8, WMV7/8,

Sorenson Spark, HEVC
Audio Codec: MP3, AMR-NB/WB, WMA, OGG,

AAC/AAC/eAAC, FLAC, AC-3,
apt-X
Sensor

Accelerometer, RGB light,

Proximity, Geomagnetic, Gyro,
Barometer, Gesture,
Temperature & Humidity
Google
Mobile
Services

Google Search, Google Maps,

Gmail, Google Latitude,
Google Play Store, Google Plus,
YouTube, Google Navigation,
Google Talk, Google Places,
Google Downloads, Voice Search
Weight 130g
Battery
2,600 mAh
Actual size
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Introduction
The Samsung
The Samsung Galaxy S4 is the latest in a
long line of related devices all running on
Android, so lets look at the evolution of
this highly functional family...
he four devices
pictured here are all
proud members of
the S Series, the top
of the range group of
Galaxy smartphones.
Starting with the Galaxy S way
back in 2010, all of them have
featured various improvements and
enhancements that in turn have led
directly to the Galaxy S4. Over the
next few pages we will review these
handsets and chart the heritage of
the Galaxy line.
Its not just the hardware that
has been updated, because the
Android operating system has
also seen many modifications and
refinements over the years (the
Galaxy S4 runs on the latest version
of Android, Jelly Bean 4.2.2). For a
complete explanation of Android

and its quirky naming system see
our feature p20.
The Galaxy family of phones
spreads its arms even wider than
the S Series, taking in a huge
range of devices on all budget
levels. Theres everything from
the premium Galaxy Note, a large
smartphone/tablet crossover (or
Phablet as some people like to
call them) used with a stylus, to
the low-end Galaxy Ace range of
prepay handsets.
Every single member of the
family runs on a version of Android,
so if youre the owner of a Galaxy
Note, Ace, Fit or Gio, for example,
then many of the tutorials and
guides in this handbook will be
relevant to your device too.
AT A GLANCE >>>
Popular Galaxy S models and the
version of Android they run on
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Samsung Galaxy S
Release date: 03/2010
Android OS: 2.1 Eclair
Galaxy range
Galaxy family
Samsung Galaxy SII
Samsung Galaxy SIII
Samsung Galaxy SIII mini

Android OS: 4.0.4 Ice Cream
Sandwich or 4.1 Jelly Bean

Android OS: 4.0.4 Ice Cream
Sandwich or 4.1.2 Jelly Bean

Android OS: 4.1 Jelly Bean
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Introduction
Samsung Galaxy SIII

The predecessor to the S4 is a mighty fine smartphone too.
Innovative Software Features on the Galaxy SIII
S Beam: share content just by touching another handset
Buddy photo share: share pics with those tagged in image
Share shot: instantly share photos with other users
AllShare Play: transfer content to a TV screen
AllShare Cast: share files with other devices
Smart stay: as long as your eyes look at the screen it stays on
Social tag: check a friends social networking status in one tap
Group tag: tag multiple people in one go
Face zoom: double tap a face to zoom in
Burst Shot: the Galaxy SIII has a range of innovative camera settings
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Face slide show: a slideshow of faces in group photos

Direct call: lift the SIII to your ear to make a call when texting
Smart alert: phone vibrates when picked up after being idle
Tap to top: double tap to jump to the start of a page
Pop up play: play a video onscreen while running other tasks
S Voice: control the device with voice commands
Burst shot: capture 20 continuous pictures in an instant
Best photo: the best image is selected for you
Recording snapshot: take a picture while filming video
Galaxy range
At a glance: Galaxy SIII phone features
Operating System
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream
Sandwich), upgradable
to 4.1 (Jelly Bean),
TouchWiz user interface
Connectivity
2.5G & 3G networks
Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct,
Bluetooth, GPS
NFC, microUSB port
Screen
4.8-inch, 720 x 1280 pixels,
306 ppi, Super AMOLED,
16 million colours
Multimedia
Music & video player,
FM radio with RDS,
Document editor
Controls
Touchscreen, Gyro,
Accelerometer,
Proximity, Compass,
Barometer
Memory
16/32/64GB storage,
1GB RAM,
microSD slot
Camera
8MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels
Autofocus, HD video record,
Geo tagging, Touch focus, Face
detection, image stabilisation
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Introduction
Samsung Galaxy SII

Second in line, the SII introduced us to some novel features.
Features that originated on the Galaxy SII
Samsung Hubs (now Samsung Hub) originated here:
Social Hub Premium
A central place for all your contacts, messages and social data
Readers Hub
Books, magazines and newspapers to download on the go
Game Hub
Downloadable games to test out and play
Music Hub
Charts, recommendations, previews and downloads
Video playback: full screen recordings on the media player

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Live Panel: collect web and apps content on a single screen

Samsung Voice Solution: convert voice to text and vice versa
Customised Voice Translation: instant translation from text
input or spoken voice soundbites for words and phrases
Kies Air: manage your phone content wirelessly on a PC
Wi-Fi Direct: connect to PCs and printers directly over Wi-Fi
Geo-tagging: tag pictures with the location they are taken
Touch focus: tap the screen where you want it to focus
Face and smile detection: take pics when the subject smiles
Galaxy range
At a glance: Galaxy SII phone features
Operating System
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream
Sandwich), upgradable
to 4.1 (Jelly Bean),
Screen
4.3-inch, 480 x 800 pixels,
16 million colours
Connectivity
2.5G & 3G networks
Bluetooth, GPS
microUSB port
Multimedia
FM radio with RDS,
Document editor
Controls
Touchscreen, Gyro,
Accelerometer,
Proximity, Compass
Memory
16/32GB storage,
1GB RAM,
microSD slot
Camera
8MP, 3264 x 2448 pixels
Autofocus, Geo tagging,
Touch focus, Face detection,
image stabilisation
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Introduction
Samsung Galaxy SIII

mini
A downsized version of the SIII that still rocks.
Operating System
Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean),
Connectivity
2.5G & 3G networks
Bluetooth, GPS
microUSB port
Screen
4-inch, 480 x 800 pixels,
16 million colours
Multimedia
FM radio with RDS,
Document editor
Controls
Touchscreen, Gyro,
Accelerometer,
Proximity, Compass
Memory
8/16GB storage,
1GB RAM,
microSD slot
Camera
5MP, 2592 x 1944 pixels
Touch focus, Face detection
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Galaxy range
Samsung Galaxy S
A long time ago in a Galaxy far, far away...
Operating System
Android 2.1 (Eclair),
upgradable to 2.3
(Gingerbread),
Connectivity
2.5G & 3G networks
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS
microUSB port
Multimedia
FM radio with RDS,
Document editor
Screen
4-inch, 480 x 800 pixels,
16 million colours
Memory
8/16GB storage,
512MB RAM,
microSD slot
Controls
Touchscreen,
Accelerometer,
Proximity, Compass
Camera
5MP, 2592 x 1944 pixels
Touch focus, Face and
Smile detection
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Introduction
Samsung Galaxy
You can compare and
contrast the Galaxy
S Series of phones
with a side-by-side
listing of the main
specifications
Samsung Galaxy S
Android 2.1 (Eclair)
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread - upgrade)
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)

Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean - upgrade)
2.5G, 3G
2.5G, 3G
Screen
4-inch Super AMOLED, 16M colours

480 x 800 pixels, 233 ppi
4.3-inch Super AMOLED, 16M colours

Camera
Rear: 5MP, autofocus

Front: VGA
Rear: 8-megapixel, autofocus

Front: 2-megapixel
Memory
8/16GB internal storage, 512MB RAM

16/32GB internal storage, 1GB RAM

Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth
Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC (optional), Bluetooth
720p@30fps record & playback
1GHz Processor
1.2GHz Dual-Core Processor
1,500 mAh
1,650 mAh
122.4 x 64.2 x 9.9mm, 119g
125.3 x 66.1 x 8.5mm, 116g
Android OS
Networks
Connectivity
Audio & Video
Processor
Battery
Dimensions
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Samsung Galaxy S2
Galaxy range
spec comparison
Samsung Galaxy SIII
Samsung Galaxy SIII mini
Samsung Galaxy S4
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)

Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean - upgrade)
Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
2.5G, 3G
2.5G, 3G
2.5G, 3G, 4G
4.8-inch Super AMOLED, 16M colours

720 x 1280 pixels, 306 ppi


1080 x 1920 pixels, 441 ppi

Front: 2-megapixel

Front: VGA

Front: 2-megapixel, zero shutter lag

microSD slot (up to 64GB), 1GB RAM
8/16GB internal storage, 1GB RAM


microSD slot (up to 64GB), 2GB RAM
Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC, Bluetooth
Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC, Bluetooth
Wi-Fi, GPS, NFC, Bluetooth, TV remote
Full HD (1080p) record & playback
Full HD (1080p) record & playback
1.4GHz Quad-Core Processor
1GHz Dual-Core Processor
1.6GHz Octa-Core Processor
2,100 mAh
1,500 mAh
2,600 mAh
136.6 x 70.6 x 8.6mm, 133g
121.6 x 63 x 9.9mm, 111.5g
136.6 x 69.8 x 7.9mm, 130g
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Introduction
Android
Uncovered
Activated on more than 900 million devices and with a huge

75% market share, Android OS is the dominant force in the
smartphone world. But what makes it so popular?
ndroid is by far
and away the most
widely used mobile
phone operating
system in the world,
with the majotiy
of smartphones on the market
running it in one form or another.
The key points to note about
Android OS are that its fast and
slick, very simple to use and
extremely intuitive. Novice users
can pick up an Android device and
start swiping and tapping away
almost immediately, while more
experienced consumers just love
the ability to change the look and
feel of the internal menu. And
with each successive version thats
released, the user experience just
keeps on getting better.
The primary navigation point
on any Android smartphone is
its homescreen, which acts as a
portal containing shortcuts and
widgets to a host of applications
and features. This can be fully
customised to suit the users
individual preferences and
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hundreds of thousands of apps can

be downloaded and installed.
Android handsets are highly
responsive and support a fluid
touch interface, providing haptic
feedback and adjusting the screen
orientation if you hold the device
upright or sideways.
Open minded
Google owns Android, however

a big part of the appeal is that its
an open-source project, meaning
anyone can develop software and
applications to enhance the user
experience. There are thousands
of talented developers out there
doing just that, with an almost
limitless scope for customisation.
This is how Samsung phones
are able to add an extra dimension,
by laying a unique interface
called TouchWiz over the
top of the Android menu
system, which is why
the Korean companys
smartphones look
different to other
Android models.
Android
Android OS: whats in a name?

Theres a logic to the bizarre-sounding names
for the different versions of Android; theyre
all sweets or dessert items and follow an
alphabetical order. Heres the full list:
OS
Name
Released
1.5
Cupcake
Apr 09
1.6
Donut
Sep 09
2.02.1
Eclair
Oct 09
2.2
Froyo
May 10
2.3
Gingerbread
Dec 10
3.1
Honeycomb
May 11
3.2
Honeycomb
Jul 11
4.0
Ice Cream Sandwich
Dec 11
4.1
Jelly Bean
Jul 12
4.2
Jelly Bean
Nov 12
How to check which

version of Android
your device is running
Theres a quick way to check the
version of the operating system
that your handset runs on, be it
a Samsung Galaxy model or any
Android-powered smartphone.
Access the Settings menu, which is normally
found by tapping the Menu button at the
bottom left of the front panel and then selecting
Settings or System settings.
Look for the About phone or About device
listing and click on it. The actual location will
vary from device to device, for example on the
Galaxy Ace it is the last item in the Settings list and
on the Galaxy S4 it is found within the More tab. A
detailed list of your phones particulars will appear
and on this the Android version will be displayed.
The Galaxy S4 runs

on 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
The screen above was taken on the

Samsung Galaxy Ace. If youre feeling
brave, click on Software update to
see if there is a more recent version
of Android you can upgrade to.
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Tutorials
Its time to get up and running: the step-by-step

guides over the next pages will explain all the
essential functions and features on your phone
26 Out of the box: initial set-up
50 Email: set up and use a mail account
30 Menu system: navigate the interface
58 Web browser: access the internet
34 Personalisation: optimise your handset
62 Galaxy Camera: get the best pictures
42 Communication: calls and contacts
70 Connectivity: Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
46 Messaging: use the onscreen keyboard
74 Sensor controls: non-touch navigation
Icons explained
Look out for these indicators that
are provided with each tutorial.
S3 S3
S2
mini
Level: Beginner
Galaxy handset compatibility

All tutorials are performed on the Samsung Galaxy S4. The grey icons
signify if the information is also relevant to the Galaxy S III, SIII mini and
S II (the exact steps and screens may differ slightly on these models).
Ability level indicator
Tutorials are rated in terms of technical difficulty according to the ability
level required: Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced.
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Tutorials
Out of the box

All you want to do is check out the fancy features on
your brand new phone, but first of all youll need to
get everything set up and working correctly.
Setting up your phone for the first time

The first time you switch on your phone, these are the settings
youll need to complete in order to get going.
off, you can select the

1 First
language you wish to be used
in all the phone menus. If you are

visually impaired or hard of hearing,
tap Accessibility and change the
settings accordingly. Then hit Next.
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of the set-up process

2 Some
requires hooking up to a Wi-Fi
network. Tap the name and enter the

password to connect to your chosen
service. If you would prefer to do this
at a later stage, click Next.
S3 S3
S2
mini
Level: Beginner
easiest way to set the

3 The
date and time is by tapping
the box for the Automatic option,

which is provided by your network.
Alternatively you can set the time
and date manually.
Out of the box
users with a Gmail or

5 Google
Plus account can sign in at this
to use the advanced

6 InGPSorder
features on the S4, you will
Users with a Samsung account

can sign in here, or you can
create a new account. Its needed to
use many Samsung features and you
will need a Wi-Fi connection. If you
would prefer to do this later, hit Skip.
stage by providing an email address

and passsword. You can also back-up
your phone data or restore saved
data from your Google account.
need to give permission for the apps

to send details of your location to
Googles servers. You can turn this off
at any time.
peace of mind its a good

7 For
idea to back up your phones
have the time, here you

8 Ifcanyoulearn
about some fancy
final stage in the set-up

9 The
process is naming your device;
multimedia content (pictures and

videos) to a Dropbox account; it will
be stored safely online and can be
accessed from any linked computer.
functions on the S4. You can turn

each function on or off by moving
the green slider right or left (all this
can be done at a later stage too).
this is the title other devices will see

when you connect to them. Thats it,
youre all set!
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Create your own

Dropbox Account
Dropbox allows you to
back up your content,
including photos, videos
and documents, to a safe
online storage place that
can be accessed from any
phone or computer.
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Level: Intermediate
you need to enter is your

3 Allname,
email address and
provide a password. Then click

Register for Dropbox.
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Access the Settings menu,

click on Accounts and tap Add
Account. Then select Dropbox from
the list.
You can opt to upload content

using Wi-Fi only or your
network data plan as well. Tick the
box to upload any existing content
from your phone, and hit Turn on.
the Dropbox welcome

2 This
screen. Click Start and on the
next screen hit the box that says: Im

new to Dropbox.
are now set up to use the

5 You
service and can access your
account at anytime via the Dropbox

icon that appears in the Apps list.
Out of the box
Enable Samsung
Remote Controls
Users with a Samsung
Account get access to
several useful security
features, to protect and
track the handset in the
event of it going missing
or being stolen.
S3 S3
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Level: Advanced
First up, sign in or sign up for a

Samsung Account. You can do
this at initial set-up, or anytime via
Settings > Accounts > Add account.
Its a simple process, but you will
need a Wi-Fi connection.
Now youre signed in, its time

to enable Remote Controls. Go
to Settings > More > Security and tap
the option for Remote Controls. Then
type in your email and Samsung
Account password.
Remote Control Security

Locate My Mobile
Track your phone at regular intervals via its GPS location.
Lock My Mobile
Prevent your phone from being used, except to call one
preset number by the nice person who finds it.
Ring My Mobile
Call the handset for one minute at maximum volume,
with a predefined onscreen message.
Call / Message Forwarding
Keep track of calls and messages that are sent to the lost
mobile by forwarding them to another number.
Call logs
Get details on all calls made to your phone in one week.
are now set up. Check

3 You
the Wi-Fi & mobile network
box, this is essential as it gives the

service consent to trace your phones
location. Hit the link to the Find my
mobile webpage in Security settings.
Wipe My Mobile
Perform a remote factory reset to remove all saved data.
Unlock my screen
Reveal the pattern, password or PIN to access the device.
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Tutorials
Menu system
Getting to grips with the way your smartphone works is
essential for a decent user experience. Check out how to
navigate the Galaxy operating system.
Using your phone in Easy Mode

For absolute beginners this offers a very basic user experience,
with larger icons and a more straightforward menu structure.
to Settings > My Device >

1 Go
Home screen mode and select
Easy mode.
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homescreen is transformed
2 The
with a simplified layout and
larger icons for the main features.
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right to get the Apps list,

3 Scroll
again with much bigger icons.
You can revert back to Standard

mode at any time by repeating
step one. Your original homescreen
settings will not be altered.
Menu system
Scrolling through the homescreens
S3 S3
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Level: Beginner
1st Left
1st Right
The main homescreen (above)

can be accessed at any time
by pressing the central button
at the bottom of the device.
It consists of five different
portals, reached by swiping
the screen left or right. Each
screen consists of various app
icons and widgets that can all
be moved or replaced.
2nd Left
2nd Right
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Hardware controls
S3 S3
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As well as the touchscreen, youll need

to use the physical buttons too.
Level: Beginner
EXPERT TIP
Press the Power button
and the Home button at
the same time to take a
screenshot (an image of
the current display). It is
saved in the Gallery.
the Menu button

1 Tapping
calls up a Settings menu for
whatever mode or application you

happen to be in. Holding it for a few
seconds brings up Google search.
the Home button at

2 Pressing
any point brings you straight
back to the homescreen. Briefly

holding it down brings up a list of
applications youve recently used,
which you can quickly access by
tapping again on the screen.
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Back button is a very helpful

3 The
tool that always performs the same
function: it takes you back one step. This

could be to a previous menu page, app
screen or web page. One tap will also
hide the onscreen keyboard.
Tap the Power button once to

put the device on standby. Tap
and hold for two seconds to bring up
various device options.
Menu system
Using the notifications panel
S3 S3
S2
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This is a handy screen where you receive alerts for various

activities and can quickly control key features.
Level: Intermediate
the panel, tap and

1 Toholdaccess
the top bar and drag it
down all the way to the bottom.
the left hand section

2 Tap
of the top bar to get the
Date and time settings menu.
key functions on and off by

3 Turn
simply tapping the relevant icon on
this strip at the top of the screen. If coloured

green it is turned on, grey means off. Swipe
the strip left to access more features.
Hit the gears icon

to quickly access
the main Settings menu.
the icon in the top right

5 Tap
corner to bring up a more
extensive list of icons for controlling

common functions.
the slider to adjust
6 Drag
the screen brightness,
or select Auto to have this set

automatically according to
ambient light conditions.
is where your
7 This
notifications appear. You
can tap on each one to get more

information or to view a message,
for example. On the Galaxy S4 you
can open certain notifications by
hovering your finger over them
for a couple of seconds, without
even touching the screen.
To remove the list just hit Clear.
EXPERT TIP
Change the way the panel is arranged
in Settings > Display > Notification panel
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Personalisation
The beauty of Android OS is the fact that nearly
everything can be customised, so each user can
set up their phone just the way they like it.
Change the background image

Switch the background picture on your homescreen and/or the
Lock screen with a pre-loaded or personal image.
the homescreen press

1 From
the Menu button at the bottom
left of the device and choose Set

wallpaper. Then select the screen(s)
you wish to change.
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can choose a wallpaper

2 You
from the downloads or photos
in your Gallery or from a selection of

pre-installed pictures. There are also
animated Live wallpapers that move
across the screen.
S3 S3
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Level: Beginner
image will now appear in

3 The
the background on all of your
five homescreens and the lock screen

if you selected that option.
Personalisation
Change the font style and size
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If the default menu text seems a little drab you can

always replace it with a funkier font.
the Font menu within

1 Access
Settings > My device > Display
and click on Font style. Choose your

preferred type from the list.
Level: Beginner
new font will now be

2 The
deployed across the entire
system, including menu lists, alerts

and within certain applications.
Activate automatic landscape mode

Set the display to orientate itself horizontally or vertically according to
how you hold the handset (except on the home and lock screens).
are two ways of doing this. The first is to access the

1 There
phone settings menu in Settings > Display and select the
option Auto-rotate screen.
or decrease the font

3 Tosize,increase
go to the same Font menu
as before and select Font size.
S3 S3
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Level: Beginner
faster method is to drag down the notification panel and

2 Asimply
tap on the Screen rotation icon so it turns green.
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Tutorials
Customise the audio (Adapt Sound)

The Galaxy S4 has all the standard sound settings, plus a few
extra surprises to really personalise your audio output.
on volume to be presented
1 Tap
with four separate sliders,
to the type of alert. Haptic feedback

is the sensation you feel when you
touch the screen.
through the complete Sound

3 Go
settings menu in Settings > My
Device > Sound to fully customise the

audio on your handset.
Adapt Sound (screens left and right)

is an exclusive feature on the S4.
Its a means of personalising the sound
output according to the ear you use most
during calls or when listening to music.
To fire it up, first plug in some earphones,
then take a short test to confirm if you can
hear a series of beeps. Once set-up, you
can preview the sound and check the tick
boxes to activate it for calls and music.
Level: Advanced
can also set a different

2 You
vibration intensity according
enabling you to set different sound

levels for various audio functions.
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S4
exclusive
Personalisation
Run two apps at the same time (Multi window)

Just like on a desktop PC, its possible to run two applications
side by side on the same screen.
to the Settings menu and

1 Go
click on My device > Display
> Multi window. A tiny curved icon

with a little green arrow will edge out
from the left hand side of the display.
Tap on it.
new menu strip appears

2 Adown
the left of the screen.
Its filled with shortcuts to various

applications, you can scroll it up and
down (some apps are hidden off
screen). Click Edit to rearrange the
order in which they appear.
Multi Window also operates in landscape mode, with both

applications running happily alongside each other (we chose
the Gallery and Chrome internet browser). You can control both
applications simultaneously (if you have enough fingers).
S3 S3
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Level: Advanced
an application, just
3 Todragactivate
it from the menu strip
into the main screen area. Then do

the same with a second application,
dragging it into the highlighted
area below. The menu strip will now
disappear from view.
the central dividing bar left or right in order to give

5 Slide
an app more of the available screen area. You can flip the
positions by tapping the icon with two arrows, or revert an app to

full screen by tapping the rectangular icon. To close an app just hit
the X button.
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Tutorials
Move and replace

Apps and Widgets
Bored of the way your
homescreen is set-up?
Then change it! All of the
Apps and Widgets can be
shifted around, replaced by
something else or removed
from the screen altogether.
S3 S3
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Level: Intermediate
Now you have created some

space its time to replace the
object. Press the Menu button and
then tap Add apps and widgets.
Alternatively tap and hold the space
where the object used to be.
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an App or Widget on
1 Tothemove
homescreen, tap and hold
its icon and wait for a small vibration

and a beep. The screen will scale
down inwards and a new area will
appear around its border.
will be redirected to the

5 You
Apps and Widgets directory.
Scroll through the options until you

find the item of your choice, then tap
and hold it and wait for the vibration.
can now reposition the

2 You
icon (or widget) on any of the
homescreens; the other objects

will automatically rearrange their
positions to fit. If there is no space
the move will not be allowed.
will see a smaller version of

6 You
the homescreen, simply move
the icon into the required position

and release it. Again the other
objects will automatically readjust
their positions.
Personalisation
Add an extra
homescreen
If five homescreens is just
not enough space to host
your growing collection
of Apps and Widgets,
then why not add an extra
screen or two?
order to replace an App or

3 InWidget
you will first need to
remove it. Tap and hold the object

and drag it up to the trash bin icon at
the top of the screen. When the icon
turns red release the object.
will probably need to

7 You
tap on the Widget in order to
initialise it properly. If you dont like

the way it looks, just remove it and
try something else!
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the Menu button and

1 Press
select Edit page from the pop-
up menu list that appears.
Level: Intermediate
layout of all your screens will

2 Aappear
(you can drag them
around to change the order). Tap the

+ sign and an extra screen will be
added to the group (the maximum
number available is seven).
the screens as you

3 Rearrange
see fit. To remove a screen
altogether, drag and drop it onto the

Trash icon.
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Modify the look of

the Lock screen
To prevent unwanted
screen taps when your
handset is idle, a lock
screen is displayed. As
standard it only shows the
time and date, but more
things can be added.
S3 S3
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Level: Advanced
change the personal

3 Togreeting,
tap Lock screen
widgets and then press Edit personal

message. You can write out a new
message and even change the font
type and colour. Hit Save in the top
right corner when you have finished.
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Access the Lock screen settings

menu in Settings > Display >
Lock screen. Ensure Screen lock is set
to Swipe.
also space for up to five

4 Theres
shortcuts on the lock screen,
each of them with a function that can

be reassigned in the Lock screen >
Shortcuts menu. Just tap on the icon
and replace it with a new one from
the list provided.
can display widgets for

2 You
your favourtie apps or the
camera on the lock screen. Ensure

Multiple widgets is selected and tap
Lock screen widgets.
your Lock screen is fully

5 Now
personalised. Holding and
swiping one of the five shortcut icons

at the foot of the screen will activate
that function first.
Personalisation
Change the screen unlocking method
S3 S3
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There are various ways of unlocking the screen from idle mode,
each with different levels of security.
To access the Select screen lock menu, go to Settings >
Display > Lock screen and tap Screen lock. Choose your
favourite method and follow the simple steps to activate it.
Level: Advanced
Swipe
No security here: a simple swipe of
the lock screen activates the device.
Face unlock
The front camera will capture your
photo and use facial recognition
technology to compare images when
you look at the screen. You can also
set it to only unlock when you blink,
to prevent a photograph being used.
Face and voice
As face unlock but with a voice
command for extra security.
Pattern
Draw out a memorable pattern by
linking a group of dots.
PIN / Password
Tap in a numerical code or a
password of your choice.
Face and voice
EXPERT TIP
You should also set the length of time
it takes for the screen to lock after the
phone has been left idle or put down. Go
to Settings > My Device > Lock screen >
Lock automatically and choose anything
from Immediately to 30 minutes.
Pattern
PIN
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Communication
With all the advanced features on the Galaxy S4 its easy to forget
that its primary function is making and receiving telephone calls,
but dont worry weve got this area covered.
Dialling a phone number

This is possibly the most essential thing youll ever need
to do on the S4 and yes, it is as easy as it sounds.
the Contacts shortcut on

1 Press
your homescreen to bring up
your phone directory. Swipe to the

right across a contacts name to call
them directly, or tap the name to
access their details.
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the green phone icon to

2 Hit
initiate a call, or for a video call
tap the green phone and picture icon

underneath.
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Level: Beginner
a new number, press

3 TothedialPhone
shortcut on your
homescreen to get the dialling pad.

Enter the number and press the large
green phone icon to make a call, or
the icon to its left for a video call.
Communication
Receiving and
rejecting calls
Taking a call is easy, or you
can reject a call by sending
a message to the caller.
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a call with a message,

2 Toslidereject
up the bar from the foot
To take a call, tap and hold the

green telephone icon and slide
it to the right. To reject the call, tap
the red icon and slide to the left.
Level: Beginner
of the screen. Choose a message or

write a new one (messages can be
customised in Menu > Call Settings).
In call options
While a call is in progress there are
various options at your disposal.
1) Personalise call sound
Activate your personal audio settings
with the Adapt Sound function.
1
2
3
6
5
8
9
2) Noise reduction
This feature helps to eliminate any
background noise during the call.
Tap to turn it on and off.
4
7
10
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Level: Intermediate
6) Keypad
Tap this button to bring up the
numerical keypad; useful when a
touchtone response is required.
7) End call
Press the red icon to terminate the
call immediately.
3) Hold
Tap to pause the call, perhaps to
hold while a second call is coming in.
8) Speakerphone
Tap to transfer audio output from
the current call to the speaker.
4) Extra volume
Tap to increase or reduce volume.
9) Mute
Turn off the microphone so your
caller cannot hear you.
5) Add call
Press to initiate a second call with a
different contact.
10) Headset
Switch audio to a Bluetooth headset.
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Select a new ringtone and vibrate alert

Theres lots to choose from when altering the incoming call settings,
with many preset ringtones and vibration types, plus DIY options.
in the Phone application,

1 When
go to Menu > Call settings >
Ringtones and keypad tones.
Ringtones and scroll

2 Select
through the list; you can tap
an item for a preview. To add a tune

from your own MP3 list, hit Add.
Add a speed dial contact

Speed dial is handy for making quick calls to regular contacts,
by simply tapping and holding a numerical button.
the Phone function from the homescreen. Hit the

1 Access
Menu button, then press Speed dial setting.
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S3 S3
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Level: Beginner
can also change the

3 You
Vibration response by hitting
Vibrations in the same menu. To

produce your own, press Create.
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mini
Level: Intermediate
Speed dial panel will appear. Tap a number and you will
2 The
be taken to the Contact directory, where you can select a
contact whos details will then be assigned to the relevant box.
Communication
Manage and sync

your contacts
Whenever you get a new
phone, its always a good
idea to take some time out
and organise your contacts.
S3 S3
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Level: Intermediate
You can also pull in contacts

from your Google and Samsung
accounts. Press Merge accounts from
the same menu in step 1.
back-up or retrieve contacts,

1 Toaccess
your Contacts directory
and press the Menu button, then hit

Import/Export.
Contacts to display to
5 Hit
select which group is shown in
your directory. You can choose all, a

single source, or customise a list that
contains some of each.
you can import contacts

2 Now
from your SIM card onto the
device, or export contacts in the

other direction as back-up.
contacts you selected in

6 The
step 5 will now be displayed
in your directory. Those saved on

the Device or from an account can
be more readily customised with
pictures and extra contact fields.
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Tutorials
Messaging
Make the most of your massive monthly bundled text
allowance by mastering the messaging application
and learning some skills on the virtual keyboard.
Customise the message

bubbles and background
This ranks at number 999 on our S4 essential
1,000 tasks list, but its a fun thing to do.
S3 S3
mini
Level: Intermediate
the Messaging Settings menu by tapping the

1 Access
Messaging icon on the home screen, then hitting Menu >
Settings. Scroll down to the Display section and press Bubble style.
can choose a different bubble style for both the sender

tap Background style in the Messaging Settings menu
2 You
3 Now
and the recipient (you). Scroll the lists on the right and tap to
and follow the same process to choose your preferred
choose your style of bubble, then hit Save.
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backdrop, before hitting Save.
Messaging
Compose a new text message
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This is such a simple and common task, but there

are lots of different ways to initiate it.
funky way to bring up the compose message screen is to

1 Aaccess
your Contacts list, then swipe a contact from right to
left to message that person. Or you can tap on the contact and hit
the Compose message icon.
Level: Beginner
same process works within the Messaging folder: swipe

2 The
a listing from right to left to call up the message thread (or
simply tap the listing). For a new message, hit the Compose icon.
Use a Messaging Widget on the homescreen

Get faster access to your messages by installing a dedicated
and live Widget on your homepage.
the Widgets menu by

1 Access
tapping the Apps shortcut on
the homescreen and select Widgets.

Scroll to the Messaging widget.
the Widget into some

2 Drag
available space on your
homescreen (its big so you will

probably need to make some room).
S3 S3
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mini
Level: Intermediate
an individual message on
3 Tap
the widget to access it, or hit
the compose message icon in the top

bar to send a new message.
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Tutorials
Master the virtual keyboard
S3 S3
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The touchscreen keyboard has lots of very useful functionality,

learn its ways to become a messaging master.
Level: Advanced
Special Functions
3) Clipboard
Add an item from the
Clipboard, for example
text that you have
previously copied.
Tap and hold the button to the left of the

space bar to bring up this set of functions.
1 2 3 4 5
1) Voice Recognition
Speak your texts: tap to record a voice clip and
the software will automatically convert what
you to say to text, you just have to press send.
2) Handwriting Recognition
Your scribbled words are converted into text for a message
(tap the button left of space bar for numerical recognition).
6) Floating Keyboard
Tap to reduce the size of the keyboard and allow it to be
repositioned around the screen.
4) Detect Text
a) Tap the icon to activate the
camera and take a snap of
the writing that you want to
convert to text.
b) Select the exact area
you want to convert by
repositioning the blue
border around it. Hit Done.
c) You can preview the

converted text in a new
window. Check all is okay
and then hit Done.
d) The text will now appear
within the body of your
message and you can carry
on editing as normal.
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5) Settings
Tap to access a range
of settings, this is also
where you can turn on
Continuous Output
and customise the
Handwriting options.
Messaging
Special Functions
See page left
Attachments
You can add content
to your message from
a variety of sources.
Symbols
Tap the Sym button to access two more keyboards with additional characters.
Highlight and edit text

Double-tap a word to highlight it within a blue block, then drag
the cursors left and right to select more text. Extra editing options
will appear in a white box below.
Continuous Output
Drag your finger across the keyboard in the correct letter order
and predictive text will suggest the required word. Activate this
mode in the Special Functions settings menu (no. 5 page left).
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Email accounts
Android is operated by Google so for those with a Gmail address

its like having a VIP ticket, but anyone with a different email
account is invited to the party too.
Log in to an existing Gmail account

If you already have a Gmail address, one of the first things you
need to do is activate the Google account on your handset.
you didnt already do this

1 Ifduring
the initial set-up, its
time to activate your account. Go to

the Apps page and tap on the Gmail
shortcut icon.
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on the Existing button,

2 Click
enter your username and
password, then tap the grey arrow

pointing right.
S3 S3
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Level: Beginner
extra security its a good

3 For
idea to keep phone data
backed up to your Google account.

To confirm just check the tick box. Hit
the right arrow and youre all set.
Email
Set up a new
Gmail account
It makes sense to have a
Gmail address because
users automatically get
a Google account too, so
they can back-up data and
easily sync contacts. Heres
how to get started.
S3 S3
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Level: Intermediate
will need to provide a

3 You
password, then set up a security
question in case your password is

lost. Choose a question and then
type in its answer.
You can set up a new account

by navigating to the Apps page
and tapping the Gmail shortcut. Then
click on New. Enter the full name you
want linked to your Gmail account,
then tap the arrow pointing right.
For extra security its a good

idea to keep phone data
backed up to your Google account.
To confirm just check the tick box.
your preferred username,

2 Enter
which will form the first part
of your email address. If the name is

already taken you will be asked to
provide another one. When done, hit
the right arrow.
it, your account is now

5 Thats
established and ready for use.
There will be some welcome emails

already in your inbox. For more tips
on using Gmail, see next page.
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Tutorials
Compose and send emails in Gmail

The clean and simple Gmail interface makes it a doddle to send
emails, you can also add attachments to your messages.
To send a new email to a recipient, go to the inbox (by

tapping the Gmail icon in the Apps list) and press the New
Message icon (as shown) in the top menu bar.
in the recipients email address in the To field. As you

3 Type
start to type, known email addresses will appear. Type the
Subject in the next box and your main message in the box below.
the location where you want to search for your

5 Select
attachment, you will then be taken to that area. Just tap on
the relevant file to load it into your email.
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S3 S3
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Level: Intermediate
to an email, open the message by tapping it once

2 Toandreply
then hit the Reply icon. To reply to all recipients hit the
icon next to it, or to forward the email hit the next icon along.
the Menu button to bring up a list of extra options. Tap

4 Press
Add Cc/Bcc to add extra recipients. To add a picture or video
attachment tap the relevant icon.
icon of your attached file will appear at the foot

6 Aofsmall
the email. To delete it just press the X. When you have
finished composing your email, hit SEND.
Email
Add a signature
and manage
labels in Gmail
For better control of
your account you should
customise the options
menu to add a signature,
set notification preferences
and manage your labels.
S3 S3
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Level: Advanced
are folders used to

3 Labels
categorise your different emails.
You can access the list by pressing

the icon in the bottom menu bar.
To set an email signature, access

the account settings menu by
hitting the Menu button, then tap
Settings and click on your username.
The full list of Labels will be

shown. To customise them, tap
the large MANAGE LABELS button at
the bottom of the screen.
Signature and then type in

2 Tap
the text you would like added
at the foot of every message. When

finished, press OK.
can set sync and

5 You
notification preferences for
each of the Labels separately, with a

different sound alert for each one.
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Automatic email
account set-up
For most popular email
accounts (eg. Hotmail or
Yahoo) the configuration
process is automatic and
requires very little effort.
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Tap the email shortcut icon that

sits on the default homescreen
(its also within the Apps directory).
Level: Beginner
the email address and

2 Enter
password of the account you
wish to activate (if you dont know

your password, contact your ISP).
Hit Next (if the phone cant retrieve
details, go to step 2 opposite).
Account Options
Period to sync Email
Set the time period you would
like to stay synced (Automatic
means permanently synced).
Sync schedule
Choose how often your
device should retrieve email
(Push means email is sent
immediately).
Peak schedule
Choose how often your device
will retrieve email in peak hours.
Emails retrieval size
Set a size limit, only the headers
will be downloaded for emails
that exceed this limit.
will take a few seconds to pull in the

3 Itcorrect
settings. If successful, you can then
set the options above. If unsuccessful you will

need to input more details manually (see page
opposite). When you are finished, hit Next.
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Period to sync Calendar

Set the time period you would
like your Calendar to be synced.
Notify me when email arrives
Tick to get email alerts on your
notification panel.
Give your account a name and

click Done. Now you are ready
to send and receive emails.
Email
Manual email
account set-up
If you have a less common
email account or just
fancy a challenge you can
configure the settings
manually, for which extra
account information is
required from your ISP.
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in the details for Incoming

3 Fill
Server Settings. Choose never
to Delete email from server, so your

mails remain in your account even if
you delete them from your phone.
Go to Settings > Accounts.

Press Add Account, then select
Email. Fill in your email address and
password (as per step 2 left), then tap
Manual setup.
your account type,

2 Choose
which can be found by
contacting your Internet Service

Provider or visiting its website.
Do the same for Outgoing

server settings. Then click next
and complete the Account options as
per steps 3 and 4 of the guide on the
left hand page.
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Compose and send emails (non-Gmail)

Once your account is set up you can happily send and receive
emails, with lots of options to choose from.
To compose a new email, go to your inbox (by tapping the

email icon on the homescreen) and press the New Message
icon, as indicated above. When the handset is held vertically this
will appear at the bottom left of the screen.
its time to
3 Now
compose your
email. Follow the

guidelines as shown.
Return to
the inbox.
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reply to an existing email, open the message and hit the

2 ToReply
icon, as indicated above. To reply to all recipients, hit
the icon to the right of this one and to forward the message, hit
the next icon along. To delete the email, press the Trash icon.
Add an
attachment
(eg. photo or
document).
Save message
in your Drafts
folder to view
and edit later.
Delete the
message.
Insert the recipients

email address here.
If you are replying
to a message this
will automatically
be completed.
Here you can add
extra recipients (Cc)
or blind recipients
(Bcc). Bcc addresses
will not be shown.
Enter the subject
of your email here.
Type the text of
your email in this
area (the virtual
keyboard will show).
EXPERT TIP
You can track emails
(get delivery or read
receipts) and set a
time to send them
via the Menu key.
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If you make a
mistake you can
undo or redo typing
actions by tapping
these arrows.
The formatting palette includes many options to

change the appearance of your email. You can
(as per the order above) insert a picture; insert a
preset response; increase the font size; make the
text bold, italic, underlined or have a background
colour; add bullet points and indents.
Once you are

happy with the
content of your email,
hit the Send icon. It
will now appear in
your Sent folder.
Email
Manage your emails (non-Gmail)

Here we show you how to access the Combined view
screen and how to change your email signature.
You can view email folders and your inbox on the same
screen (Combined view). Access your inbox and tap the icon
in the top left corner, or drag the left edge of the screen inwards.
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Combined view appears, showing the filing structure.

2 The
If you have more than one account you can view all emails
together in the Combined inbox, or listed separately below
change your signature, access the settings menu by

3 Totapping
the Menu button and then pressing Settings. Click
down and tap Signature. You can switch this feature off
4 Scroll
at anytime by moving the green slider to the left.
default signature reads: Sent from Samsung Mobile.

5 The
Delete this and replace it with your preferred text, which can
new signature will now appear at the foot of every

6 Your
email that you write. You can edit or delete it within the
on your account name below Add Account.
be formatted. When you are finsished, tap Done.
message if required.
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Web browser
Surfing the web is one of the most important things youll

want to do on the Galaxy S4, so heres how to make the
most out of the standard Internet browser on the device.
Navigate to a new website

We kick off our worldwide web adventure with
one of the most basic tasks to perform.
the Internet shortcut in the

1 Tap
bottom strip of icons on the
main homescreen.
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the address of the site you

2 Type
wish to visit in the white box
within the navigation bar. Suggested

sites will appear as you type. Hit Go.
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site will now appear. Use

3 The
the arrows in the top left corner
to skip backwards and forwards

between loaded pages. To refresh a
page hit the icon with circular arrows.
Internet
Install a new
homepage and
add bookmarks
By default the homepage
is set to google.com, you
can change this setting to
make your favourite page
the first one you see. You
can also store bookmarks
of frequently visited pages.
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Level: Beginner
create a bookmark, go to the

3 Towebsite,
hit the menu button
and tap Add bookmark (you can also

add a shortcut to the homescreen by
tapping Add shortcut).
To set a new homepage, call up

the Settings menu by tapping
the Menu button, then hit Settings.
Tap Set Homepage.
in the title that you wish to

4 Type
assign to the bookmark. When
you have finished, tap Save.
have the option to set the

2 You
page you are currently viewing,
a blank page, the most visited sites

or any other page. When you have
chosen, hit Done.
now appear as an icon in

5 Itthewillbookmarks
menu, below a
group of preset Samsung bookmarks.

The bookmark menu can be opened
by pressing the icon on the far right
of the navigation bar.
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Open multiple windows in tabs

The Internet browser allows you to open several pages
at the same time, layering them behind one another.
a webpage and then click

1 Open
the Tab icon to the right of the
page address bar. The number on it

denotes the number of active tabs.
screen will shrink inwards

2 The
and sit within a black border.
Press + New tab in the top left corner.

A new webpage will open up.
View pages in desktop mode

Many web pages are formatted to fit mobile screens,
but you can also view them in all their glory.
a web page then hit
1 Open
the Menu button to bring
up a list of settings. Scroll down

the list until you reach Desktop
view, then tap the tick box. The
page will refresh and present
itself as it would appear on a PC.
that viewing
2 Besitesaware
in desktop mode will
eat up a lot more data, because

they may contain lots of images
and other content. To revert to
mobile mode, repeat step 1.
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S3 S3
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Level: Intermediate
if you press the Tab icon

3 Now
you can view all active tabs. Tap
one to view in the foreground, or hit

the red minus icon to delete the tab.
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Level: Intermediate
Internet
Share pages and view browsing history

If you find a page you like you can quickly share it with friends via
lots of outlets, and keep track of the pages you have visited.
to the page that you wish

1 Go
to share, then tap the Menu
button. From the list that appears,

select Share via.
list of the possible ways of

2 Asharing
will pop up. Tap the
icon for your preferred method you

will go to the relevant application.
Magnify an area using pinch to zoom

Double-clicking an onscreen area will zoom in, but to be more
accurate you should learn the pinch to zoom technique.
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Level: Intermediate
a list of all the sites you

3 Tohaveviewvisited
recently, hit the
Menu button and then History. You

can clear it by hitting Menu again.
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Level: Advanced
in on an area, place
1 Toyourzoom
thumb and forefinger
together at a point on the screen

and then slowly drag them apart.
The screen will magnify at that
point. To zoom out again, place the
digits a small way apart and drag
them back together. Simples!
EXPERT TIP
Free up more screen area by
removing the status bar when
browsing. Go to Settings >
Accessibility and tap Full screen.
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Galaxy Camera
One of the heavyweight features on the Galaxy S4 is without
doubt the 13-megapixel camera. Learn how to use it and you
can achieve some stunning results.
How to take a quick photo or video clip
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Before we get into the nitty-gritty of all the advanced features

and settings, heres the best way to get a quick shot.
Level: Beginner
Tap the shutter button once

for a single shot or tap and
hold for multiple shots
the Camera icon on the

1 Tap
default homescreen to launch
the camera application.
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adjust settings as its set

2 Dont
to Auto by default. To select
areas you want to focus on, tap the

screen. Wait for the square to turn
green, which means it is in focus.
the shutter button to take

3 Tap
a picture, or the button above
it for a video. Your image or clip will

appear as a small icon in the bottom
left, just tap to view it in the Gallery.
Camera
Understanding the camera interface
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This is the viewfinder used for taking still and moving images,
learning the key elements will help you achieve better results.
Lens swap
Tap to switch
from the front to
the rear camera
and vice versa.
Dual Shot
Activate Dual Shot
mode, with both
cameras operating
at the same time.
Level: Intermediate
Quick settings
Open up a strip of icons across the top of the
screen to activate key features:
From left: flash, auto night detection, voice
commands, video mode, sharing features.
Mode type
The current
shooting mode.
Video
Press to start
recording a
movie clip.
Preview
A small icon
of your photo
appears here,
tap to view it
in the Gallery.
Zoom
Use the volume
controls on the
edge of the device
to zoom in and out.
Shutter
Tap to take a picture
(press lightly as
its very sensitive).
Tap and hold for
burst shot: a rapid
succession of twenty
pictures in a row.
Image effects
Select a stylistic effect for
your image from a range
of options (below).
Shooting mode
Choose from a preset
selection of shooting
modes, as shown below.
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Customise shortcuts and change settings

There are lots of advanced settings to satisfy the requirements
of amateur and professional photographers alike.
To replace the items in the quick settings bar, tap the cog
wheel to bring up the bar and then tap and hold one of the
items in it. A panel featuring extra shortcuts will appear, just drag
the new shortcut into the bar to replace an existing one.
choose GPS tag to save the location of your photo, Review to see
previews of your captured snaps or Timer for a delayed shot.
W.C. Fields said never work with animals or children, but thats
only because he didnt have Best photo mode on his mobile.
up your shot and press the shutter,

holding steady for eight snaps.
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Level: Intermediate
more, select Menu > Settings. You can change options

2 For
for the still camera (left) or video. In general settings (right),
Best photo: choose the optimum picture
the camera, hit MODE

1 Open
and select Best photo. Line
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software will display what it

2 The
detects as the best photo from
the group of eight, marking it with a

thumbs up sign.
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Level: Intermediate
through the bottom strip

3 Scroll
of thumbnails, tapping each
one to view it; choose what you think

is the best and hit the Save icon.
Camera
Drama shot: get all the action in one image

Perfect for fast-moving action snaps, Drama shot captures a succession
of pictures and then combines them into one final montage.
Open the camera app, press the MODE button and select
Drama. Line up your picture and if possible tap the screen
on the subject to focus on that area. Hold the device steady as you
prepare to take the shot.
app will process the data and present you with a main
3 The
image, together with up to five thumbnails below. It will
automatically choose what it detects as the best combination of

images to combine into the final picture.
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exclusive
Level: Advanced
the subject moves (or preferably just before) tap the

2 Asshutter
button and keep holding steady. A blue line will run
across the screen to show that data is being recorded, if the action
finishes early you can stop recording by hitting the shutter again.
any of the icons to select or deselect them as part of

4 Tap
the main image. For example, in the above picture we are
viewing the second thumbnail, which was previously omitted. Test

out a few combinations and save the one you think is best.
Save and your

5 Press
composite picture
will be saved in the Gallery

alongside your other
captured photos.
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Sound & shot: take a pic and record sound

When snapping at a musical or sporting event the background noise
can make a big difference to the memory, so take it with you.
S4
exclusive
Level: Advanced
the pointer
3 Tap
again and select
Tap MODE and

select Sound &
Shot. Press the small
pointer that appears at
the foot of the screen.
Post-shot to record
nine seconds of sound
after the picture is
taken. Wait until the
right moment and
then press the shutter
button, the image will
be captured and then
sound recorded. When
you view the images
in the gallery they are
accompanied with the
audio backing.
Pre-shot to
2 Select
record up to nine
seconds of ambient
sound before taking
the picture. It will
continuously record
sound (follow the
orange bar for progress)
until you take the shot.
Animated photo:
create moving pictures
Bring photos to life by highlighting an
area to be animated within your shot.
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exclusive
Level: Advanced
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Tap MODE and select Animated photo. Hold the device

steady for a short period as you take the picture, it will record
successive shots for up to five seconds. If you want to stop at any
time press the square button.
Camera
Eraser shot: remove unwanted interference

If you think someone or something might get in the way of your frame,
choose Eraser shot to eliminate the risk of annoying intrusions.
Tap MODE and

select Eraser.
When you press the
shutter button hold
still as it will take five
consecutive pictures.
will be
2 You
presented with
the clear, unblemished

image. In order to see
any extra items or
people that moved
during the shot, press
Show moving objects.
will be transferred to the editing mode. Tap Trim to

2 You
cut the length of the clip by moving the ends of the slider
into new positions, or press Direction to switch playback from

forwards, backwards or back and forth.
S4
exclusive
Level: Advanced
moving
3 The
objects will be
highlighted on the
screen. If you decide
you do want these
items in your image,
tap anywhere within
the purple haze to
reinstate them (you
can hide them again by
pressing Hide moving
objects). When you are
happy with your image,
press Save.
the areas you want to be animated by rubbing

3 Highlight
your finger on the screen your etchings will be made
visible in a purple colour. Select Freeze to highlight the areas that

you wish to remain still. Then press Save.
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Editing your
photographs
You can improve and embellish your captured pictures by
adjusting levels, applying effects and adding frames.
Select a picture for editing

Before the editing process begins you need to find your picture
and why not check out some groovy layouts in the Gallery.
pictures are normally

1 Gallery
grouped in a standard album
layout. To view them differently, click

Albums in the top menu bar.
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can choose to view the

2 You
pictures arranged in a Time line
(left) or a Spiral theme (above), or

grouped by location or people tags.
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Level: Beginner
your picture and tap the

3 Find
Edit icon (second from the right
in the top menu bar). If the icons

disappear just tap the image again.
Camera
Edit and enhance your saved pictures

Theres lots you can do to improve the look of your snaps, with
even the most basic shot transformed into a masterpiece.
Rotate
Spin the image
around clockwise
or anti-clockwise,
or flip the whole
frame horizontally
or vertically.
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Level: Advanced
Portrait
Includes modes for
enhancing peoples
faces in shots, such
as airbrushing, spot
healing, reshaping
and red-eye removal.
Crop (l)
Cut away part of the
image by moving and
rotating a blue frame
around the screen.
Colour (r)
Add various effects to
enhance the colour
tones of your photo.
Effect (l)
If you didnt choose
from these fancy
effects when you took
the shot, do so now.
Sticker (r)
Select a sticker and
place it onto your pic,
theres more than 70
to choose from.
Drawing (l)
Choose a brush type
and scribble over
your image with this
freehand writing tool.
Frame (r)
Finish your picture off
with a frame from the
range of nine options.
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Connectivity
The Galaxy S4 offers super-fast 4G data speeds over a
mobile phone network, but connecting and sharing
content through Wi-Fi and Bluetooth is also essential.
Connect to a Wi-Fi network

There are times when its more convenient to hook up to a Wi-Fi
network, especially if its a free service. This is how you do it.
of all you need to turn on

1 First
Wi-Fi. There are two ways of
doing this: you can tap the Wi-Fi icon

in the notification panel, or go to
Settings > Connections > Wi-Fi and
slide the switch to the right.
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device will automatically

2 The
scan for local Wi-Fi networks.
Tap Wi-Fi in the settings menu to see

a list of networks, then tap the one
you want to connect to.
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Level: Beginner
will now be prompted to

3 You
enter your password. Once
you are connected, the Wi-Fi icon

will appear in the top status bar. You
will automatically connect to this
network, whenever in range.
Connectivity
Pair with another device over Bluetooth

Whether its a computer to share files, a wireless headset to make calls
or a device to stream music to, theres always a need for Bluetooth.
S3 S3
S2
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Level: Intermediate
will automatically
2 A)scanTheforS4available
devices. Click
Turn on Bluetooth in Settings >

Connections by moving the
green slider to the right (or press the
icon on the notification panel). Then
tap on Bluetooth.
on the name of your device to make

it visible. Then click the name of the
device you want to connect to.
B) The devices will pair and a passkey

will show up on each one. Check it
is the same and confirm the pairing
request on both devices.
Send files over Bluetooth

If you connect to a computer or another mobile phone you can
easily transfer pictures, videos or documents over Bluetooth.
are now paired with the

3 You
other device and will connect
whenever in range. To unpair, hit the

gear icon next to the device name
and select Unpair.
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S2
mini
Level: Beginner
that Bluetooth is
1 Ensure
switched on and your phone
is paired with the device you wish

to send to. Access the Gallery or
File Manager and open the file
that you want to send. Click on the
Bluetooth logo in the menu bar.
will be presented with a list
2 You
of available devices. Click on
the one you wish to transfer the file

to, then confirm the transfer on this
device. You will see a progress bar,
once this is completed the file will
have been sent.
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Turn your phone

into a Wi-Fi hotspot
Its possible to share your
network data connection
with other devices over
Wi-Fi, by transforming
your device into a wireless
hotspot. Just be careful
who you give access to!
S3 S3
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Level: Advanced
possible to allow all devices

3 Its
to connect, but for security
and peace of mind you should

only permit those you know. Press
AndroidAP and then select Only
allowed devices.
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Go to Menu > Settings >

Connections > More Networks
and select Tethering and portable
hotspot from the list of options.
Allowed devices in the

4 Press
bottom left of the screen, then
hit the Plus icon in the top right

corner to add a new device. Type in
the name and the MAC address for
the device thats going to connect.
the slider to the right

2 Move
to activate your device as a
hotspot (you dont need to turn

on Bluetooth tethering), then tap
Portable Wi-Fi hotspot.
the instructions
5 Follow
onscreen (as above) to connect
the other device, entering the

password as listed. It can now access
the web using your data connection.
Connectivity
Sync data on a PC or Mac using Kies via Wi-Fi

Back-up your phone data and transfer music, video and image files to
and from a computer using the desktop software Samsung Kies.
S3 S3
S2
mini
Level: Advanced
Download the Kies

software for PC or
Mac at: www.samsung.
com/uk/support/
usefulsoftware/KIES/JSP.
Install it on your computer,
open the Preferences and
ensure that Enable Kies via
Wi-Fi is checked (you can
also connect via USB).
your phone go
2 On
to Menu > Settings
> Connections and press

the Kies via Wi-Fi tab. The
software will automatically
scan for local devices. Click
on the name of yours when
you see it listed.
is provided on your mobile phone, type

3 Athispassword
into your computer when prompted. You will
be connected and can wirelessly sync or transfer content

between your computer and phone.
device will appear in the left-hand panel of the Kies

4 Your
computer software. Turn on Auto-sync to sync content
automatically, or click on the Sync panel to transfer manually.
content from your computer to your phone, just

5 Todroptransfer
the files into the relevant window (music, photos or
video) and select Transfer to device in the top panel.
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Sensor controls
From navigating screens in midair to playing videos with your
eyes, the Galaxy S4 has some of the most innovative and
futuristic controls weve ever seen on a mobile.
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AirGesture: Quick glance, Air jump, Air browse, Air move, Air call-accept.
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Motion: Direct Call, Smart alert, Zoom, Browse and image, Mute/Pause.
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Smart screen: Smart stay, Smart rotation, Smart pause, Smart scroll.
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AirView
Palm motion: Capture screen, Mute/Pause
Voice control
How to activate all Sensor controls
Position of sensors
The settings for Sensor controls can be found in Menu >

Settings > My device. To activate them, scroll to the relevant
listing and move the slider to the right or check the box.
In order to use these controls

effectively, its important to know
where the sensors are located.
1) Gesture Sensor
Recognises hand movements
by using infrared rays.
Air Gesture
2) Proximity Sensor
Recognises the location of the
phone by using infrared rays.
Direct Call
3) Front Camera
Recognises the position of the
users eyes using the camera.
Smart Screen
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Sensor controls
AirGesture: control the device with hand movements

How it works:
Navigate screens, answer
incoming calls and control
functions by waving your
hand across the sensor at the
top of the handset, without
touching the device itself.
Supported apps & functions:
App list
Email
Gallery
Home Screen
Incoming calls
Internet Browser
Lock Screen
Music player
S Memo
S Planner
S4
exclusive
Quick glance
Lay the phone
on a flat surface
and when it is in
standby mode
(black screen),
move your
hand above
the sensor to
display status
info, including
missed calls,
messages and
battery level.
Air jump: Move your hand up and down

to scroll web pages and emails.
Air browse: Swipe left or right to get the
next or previous image, track or memo.
Air move: Tap and hold a shortcut, App
or S Planner event and swipe with your
other hand to move it to another page.
Air call-accept: Take incoming calls by
moving your hand above the sensor.
Air browse: scroll through screens with a stroke of the hand

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Motion: perform functions by moving the handset

How it works:
You can control the device by making natural movements
with it, such as holding the phone to your ear to make a
call or turning it face down to pause a video.
Direct call
Direct call
Make a phone call to the person
whose contact details are on
the screen, or whose message is
displayed, by raising the handset
sharply to the side of your face.
Smart alert
When you pick up your phone
after it has been idle for some time,
it will vibrate to alert you of any
missed calls or messages.
Zoom
When viewing an image in the
Gallery, tap and hold two points on
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the screen then move the device

in a forwards and backwards
motion to zoom in and out.
Browse an image
When zoomed in on an image in
the Gallery, tap and hold a point
on screen and move the device up,
down, left and right to pan around.
Mute/Pause
Place the device face down on a
flat surface to mute incoming calls,
alerts and alarms or to pause the
video clip or music track that is
currently playing.
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Messaging
Contacts
Music Player
Gallery
Incoming calls Video Player
Sensor controls
Smart screen: control the display with your eyes

How it works:
Using the front camera, Smart
screen detects your eyes and
responds when are looking
at the device, enabling you
to perform functions such as
scrolling pages or pausing
videos by moving your head.
Smart stay & Smart rotation
All functions
Smart Pause
Video player
Smart scroll
Email
Internet
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Smart stay
This detects your eyes, enabling the
screen to stay active as long as you are
looking at it. It checks for your eyes
each time the screen is due to timeout,
with an eyeball icon in the menu bar
that glows briefly if you are still looking.
Requires good lighting conditions.
Smart rotation
The front camera detects the orientation
of your face and rotates the screen
accordingly, so if you move your head
sideways the screen will adapt.
Smart pause
While watching a video, the software
detects when you divert your eyes from
the screen and pauses the clip until your
eyes return to the screen.
Smart scroll
While reading emails or viewing
websites, you can tilt your head
downwards to scroll thorugh the page,
or tilt upwards to return to the top. Or
you can change the settings to enable
tilting the device to scroll.
Smart Pause: videos stop playing when you look away from the screen
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Tutorials
AirView: see content without touching the display

How it works:
AirView allows you to preview
a snapshot of content by
hovering your finger just
above the screen, without
actually pressing it. It works
with messages, pictures,
videos and websites and
helps to keep your display
fingerprint-free.
Email
Gallery
Internet Browser
Messaging
S Planner
Speed Dial
Video Player
Air View: preview content by hovering a finger over the screen

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S4
exclusive
Sensor controls
Palm motion: cover the screen with your hand
S4
exclusive
How it works:
Palm motion allows you to
pause or mute music tracks
and videos by covering the
screen with your palm, or
to capture screenshots by
swiping laterally across the
display in either direction
with the side of your hand.
Capture screen
Touch either side of the screen
with the edge of your hand
and firmly swipe across it,
keeping contact at all times.
You will hear a shutter sound
and a white border will frame
the screen. Files are saved in
the Gallery and the Clipboard.

Capture screen
All functions
Mute/Pause
Available when your phone
is ringing or a song or video
is playing and the screen is
active. Place your palm face
down on the screen to mute
the ringtone or pause the
media content.
Mute/Pause
Incoming calls
Music player
Video player
Voice control: operate the handset using voice commands

How it works:
Use a selection of pre-determined voice
commands to perform useful functions on
the handset, such as answering incoming
calls or skipping tracks in the music player.
Voice commands for each function:
Incoming calls and ChatON:
Answer; Reject.
Alarm: Stop; Snooze.
Camera: Smile; Cheese; Capture; Shoot.
All are used to take a picture.
Music player: Next; Previous; Pause; Play;
Volume Up; Volume Down.
Camera Voice control: say Cheese to take the picture
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Top 50 apps for

the Galaxy S4
Your handset is already chock-full of smart and interesting
apps but theres always room for some more, so heres our
selection of the best apps available to download.
Instagram
Free
With more than 100

million users this photo
sharing service has taken
the world by storm and
the Android app is a
pleasure to use, with the
familiar filters and border
effects that bring your
captured images to life.
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Skype
Free
This one doesnt need

too much in the way of
introduction; make free
calls over Skype to any
compatible device, be
it PC or Mac, Android or
iPhone. All the regular
features of the desktop
version are onboard.
Top 50 apps
TED
Free
Californian conference group

TED is renowned for its thoughtprovoking, challenging and
inspiring video talks by a range
of thinkers, celebrities and
industry leaders, all available to
stream on the move.
Paypal
Free
A hassle-free and secure way

to pay for goods and services
in a slimline mobile format. The
app is easy to use and works
just like it should, with a handy
Local feature to search for
nearby merchants who accept
PayPal payments.
Official eBay Android App

Price
Despite its convoluted title, the eBay app is actually very

straightforward to use with a intuitive menu structure
and crisp design, making those arbitrary online
purchases even easier to complete.
Wikidroid
Free
A well-designed and lightningfast app that reformats pages

from Wikipedia into a mobilefriendly format, with sleek
navigation. You can queue pages
while reading an article and save
content for offline viewing.
Shazam
Free
Far from simply identifying the names of the songs you

just cant remember, Shazam will also provide links to
buy them, watch YouTube videos or start them playing
oin Spotify. It even gives lyrics for impromptu karaoke.
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Amazon Mobile For Android

Free
TuneIn Radio
Free
An essential app for cosmopolitan radio connoisseurs,

who can access more than 50,000 radio stations from
all four corners of the globe (including all the major UK
ones), and stream podcasts too.
Browse through thousands of products in different

departments and make a purchase from your phone
with incredible ease. You can even scan a barcode to
get instant information on price and availability.
Sketchbook Mobile Express

Free
A professional drawing tool, offering a

multitude of sketching options, three
different layers and a colour wheel
to select the perfect tone. You can
import images from your gallery to
work your magic on.
London Tube
Free
A must for all commuters who use the underground,

featuring live service updates and a very useful list
of the times of approaching trains for each station,
together with a large scrollable tube map.
The Guardian
Free
Most newspapers have an app

to go alongside their website
and The Guardians is one of the
most comprehensive out there,
featuring a staggering amount
of content all wrapped up in a
good-looking and user-friendly
menu structure.
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Top 50 apps
Sky Sports News
Auto Trader
Keep track of your teams progress,

be it football, rugby, cricket or
golf, with this essential app that
has up-to-the minute breaking
news and reports on all the latest
happenings in the sports world.
Look no further if youre in the market

to buy or sell a used car; this app has
the UKs largest directory and lets
you pinpoint models with its intuitive
search tools. You can get directions
and call the seller directly.
Free
Free
Augmented Star Wars Lightsaber

Free
The force is strong in this one. Transform

your handset into a Star Wars-sytle
lightsaber, complete with sound, vibration
and light from the camera flash. You can
even use the camera image as a background.
Speedtest.net
Pinterest
Trusted by millions of users, this is

the most accurate and reliable app
for checking your internet speed,
both downloads and uploads,
wherever you are in the world, all
in under 30 seconds.
The social picture corkboard is still

going strong, allowing users to
create pins, manage their profile
and re-pin things on the move, all
from a well-designed, organised
and friendly interface.
Free
Free
Gumtree
Free
Theres not much not to like about the Gumtree app

that lets you search through thousands of classifieds in
a jiffy, call or text the sellers, save ads to your favourites
list and create your own ads with pictures.
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AgingBooth
Free
Get an idea of how youll

look in later life with this
clever software that grabs
images from your gallery
and converts them with
alarmingly realistic results.
Also check out FatBooth,
UglyBooth and BaldBooth by
the same developer.
Evernote
Free
A fantastic utility to keep you organised across all your

devices, Evernote lets you write notes, capture photos,
create to-do lists and save voice recordings all to be
stored in a secure and searchable location in the cloud.
WhatsApp Messenger
Free
Chat away merrily and send

picture messages to groups
of friends, wherever they are
in the world, at a fraction of
your standard network cost.
Free for the first year and
then only $0.99 thereafter.
Twitter
Free
Easy to use, with a simple layout, this is one app that

you can just pick up and immediately feel at home with.
You can send messgaes, photos and links with ease, plus
search, view top tweets and see whats trending.
Foursquare
Free
Discover more about the places you visit by getting

reviews and ratings from friends and others whove
already been there; as you check-in to more places youll
get recommendations for other relevant spots.
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Top 50 apps
Yoga for all

Free
Take time out with some spiritual and physical exercise.

Learn about the traditions and positions of yoga, with
dedicated workouts and training modules for all levels
of experience in this calming and informative app.
NHS Direct
Panic Guard
Save yourself a trip to the doctors

with this useful health and symptom
checker, offering information on
common illnesses and ailments
alongside advice and step-by-step
guides on how to look after yourself.
A personal safety app with some

emergency deterrent features in case
you get into danger. A shake of the
handset sends a message to contacts
or social media with your location,
another lets out a high-pitched noise.
Heyzap
Skyscanner - All Flights!
Kindle
Enter a vast world of multiplayer

gaming in this fun and functional
app, competing with friends and
strangers, while earning rewards. A
smart app that cleverly integrates
itself into the Android interface.
Check flight prices on the move

with a must-have app for travellers.
It searches more than 1,000 airlines
and travel agents for the cheapest
and most up-to-date prices, using a
search facility thats second to none.
A crisp and clean interface, a library of

more than 1.5 million books, compatibility
with other devices (so you can pick up on
the right page) and a pleasant reading
mode make this one of the best mobile
eReaders you could ever hope for.
Free
Free
Free
Free
Free
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ESPN Goals
Price
Premiership match highlights just a few hours after

the final whistle, with pre-match previews and weekly
reviews make this app absolutely essential for football
fans and the most remarkable thing is, its free.
National Rail
Yell
Train passengers can access

detailed, real-time rail information
and see the progress of journeys
whilst checking timetables and
ticket prices, all from the comfort
of their own smartphone.
Find businesses in your nearby

location from a huge directory of
restaurants, taxis, pubs, hotels and
supermarkets, with ratings and basic
information for each, all provided
with a view from Google Maps.
Free Zone Wi-Fi
LinkedIn
Price
Pocket Cast
Price
With many podcast apps to choose

from, this one stands out thanks to its
excellent functionality and organisation,
plus the ability to auto-delete old shows
once youve had a listen.
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Free
When youre out in the town centre

it can be a drag to find your nearest
free Wi-Fi hotspot not any more.
This app takes all the hard work out
of it by automatically connecting
you when in range of a free service.
Free
Price
A freshly redesigned interface with

additional personalisation options
means the LinkedIn app is better
than ever before, making it easy to
connect and expand your network
of professional contacts.
Top 50 apps
Pulse News
Price
Pulse News pulls in stories from

around the web in pre-defined areas
of interest, offering them up in an
attractive looking scrollable square
format. You can also search for
keywords or specific topics.
ZombieBooth
Free
A fun and fearsome way of

transforming your family and
friends into 3D animated
zombies, by doctoring
photos from your gallery. The
intuitive interface is simple
to master and features lots of
different effects.
Netflix
5.99 per month

A premium rate subscription service for new users or
free to existing subscribers, Netflix provides a broad
selection of movies and TV shows to watch in high
quality on the small screen.
Sky Go
Free (Sky subscribers only)

Depending on your Sky
subscription package you can
watch up to 33 Sky channels
on demand and on the move,
plus you can download shows
via Wi-Fi to watch later.
Sky Map
Price
Imagine a device that you could point at the night sky

and receive detailed information on the constellation
youre looking at, well its here and its wonderful.
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Recipe Guru Pro

0.93
There are hundreds of cookery

apps out there, but this ranks
as one of the best, thanks to a
directory of thousands of recipes
for many cuisines, wrapped up in a
clean and fast-loading interface.
Pocket
Free
Sometimes you just dont have enough

time to read long web articles on the
move, which is where this app comes in
very handy. It saves content offline for
viewing at a later, more convenient time
and presents it in a crisp and clear format.
SunVox
3.21
This incredibly detailed and comprehensive

music creation software is a fabulous tool for
budding digital composers. Its very complex
and not so easy to pick up, but with some
time and effort you will reap the rewards.
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Spotify
9.99 per month

Turn your handset into a mobile
jukebox with Spotifys premium
service, offering unlimited music
on the move. You can stream
online or listen offline, plus create
and sync playlists with a PC.
Facebook
Free
Almost as essential as your phone

charger, the Facebook app lets you
keep in touch and share updates
and photos with friends. Also
check out Facebook Messenger as
an instant messaging solution
Top 50 apps
South Park
Avatar Creator
0.62
Ever wanted to appear in

South Park? Well now you
can, sort of. Generate your
own personal character
in the style of the shows
cartoon-based art, which
can then be saved to your
gallery and even uploaded
to Facebook.
Dictionary.com
Free
As if being a dictionary and thesaurus with more

than two million definitions and synonyms
isnt enough, the app offers a word of the
day, word slideshows, voice search and audio
pronunciations. Its incontrovertibly copacetic.
Tumblr
Free
Tesco
Free
This classical model of efficiency lets you create and

manage shopping lists, book delivery slots and browse
hundreds of recipes. You can also add your Clubcard
and scan it at the checkout from the app.
They say its good to

share and having sent
more than 50 billion
posts, Tumblr users
agree. Effortlessly share
content, be it blogs,
photos, links, music or
videos, for other users
to enjoy and get the
things you like on your
own dashboard.
Swype
0.65
A touch keyboard with a difference, Swype has its own

Living Language a constantly updated dictionary that
crowd-sources the latest trending words. It also boasts
intelligent next word prediction for the personal touch.
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Best 50 games
in the Galaxy
Whether youre a hardcore gamer or a casual player theres
a little something for everyone on Android; check out
our hand-picked selection of the top 50 games.
Worms 2:
Armaggedon
1.99
Its a second outing for

this explosive turn-based
strategy classic, that pits
teams of worms against each
other with an array of crazy
weapons to destroy the other
teams with. Highly addictive.
Pinball Arcade
Free
Stick Cricket Premier League

Free
An update on the original smash hit Stick Cricket, this

verison allows you to build your own team and compete
over five seasons in a league, all the time enjoying the
fiendishly addictive gameplay and smashing sixes.
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Clearly crafted with lots

of enthusiasm, this is a
highly playable game that
offers beautifully rendered
pinball machines on your
phone, with lifelike sounds
and some interesting
camera zooms.
Best 50 games
Sonic CD
3.23
There are many Sonic adventures

out there, but this is one of the
best, thanks to its complex level
design, smooth controls and brilliant
playability. Its true to the original
and adds in some novel twists,
such as travelling forwards and
backwards through time.
Words With Friends

Free
Essentially a digital version

of the classic word game
Scrabble: you make words out
of lettered tiles on a board to
accumulate points, competing
against your Facebook friends
and taking turns at your leisure.
Boost 2
1.23
The remake of this highly-addictive tunnel racer is even

better than its 2009 original. Its a simple premise, you
race into the centre of the screen, tilting the handset to
avoid obstacles and picking up boosts along the way.
Temple Run 2
Free
The original Temple Run

redefined mobile gaming
and has had more than 170
million downloads, now the
sequel offers more of the same;
navigating various landscapes
to avoid the Idol beast.
DH Texas Poker
Free
A good-looking and fast-moving Texas Holdem Poker

game in which you play to earn virtual cash and
compete on tables against other real-life opponents,
with a messaging facility on the side.
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Boulder Dash-XL
2.00
Flick Soccer!
0.69
A conversion of the Xbox 360 and PC version of the

80s action-puzzler, Boulder Dash-XL offers more than
100 caves to explore whilst mining for diamonds and
destroying or avoiding boulders.
Based on a very simple

concept and with great
graphics, Flick Soccer asks
you to take free-kicks and
try to hit the target, helped
by unique after-touch
controls to flight the ball.
Modern Combat 4: Zero Hour

4.99
One of the finest first-person shooter series on mobile,

Modern Combat offers console quality graphics
and sound for an intense, dramatic and immersive
experience, with multiplayer options too.
Bike Race Free

Free
A fun and addictive physics-based racing game.

Gameplay is simple but still requires a lot of skill,
with tilt to steer and touchscreen controls to
accelerate and brake.
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Angry Birds Star Wars

Free
The Angry Birds series has moved on from being just

a game, now its a worldwide phenomenon. One of a
multitude of instalments is this Star Wars theme, but the
pig-bashing by catapult premise remains the same.
Best 50 games
Age of Empire
Free
This online multiplayer strategy game has achieved

legendary status amongst a growing family of gamers,
thanks to its sheer addictiveness and staggering levels
of gameplay complexity.
Bejewelled Blitz
Free
An all-time classic, this is

a reengineered version of
the addictive match-three
puzzle game, with minute
long rounds, the chance to
gain power-ups and highscore tables to compete
between friends.
Flight Simulator Boeing Free

Free
Learn to pilot a Boeing 737 in a real-world simulated

environment, with realistic plane physics. Its not for the
faint-hearted and takes a bit of practice to perfect.
Fruit Ninja
0.76
Football Manager Handheld 2013

6.99
One of the pricier titles on Android, but thats down

to the complexity and depth of the game. Manage a
football team across an entire season, with authentic
player names and 14 countries to choose from.
The developers proclaim this game the best

slasher on Android and wed have to agree.
Cutting through pieces of falling fruit doesnt
sound like much, but its incredibly playable.
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International Boxing Champions

Free
Bus Parking 3D
Free
Take up the challenge of attempting to manoeuvre a

bus into tight parking spaces using a forward/reverse
gearstick and steering wheel, all the time against the
clock and with ever increasing difficulty levels.
Punch your way to the top in this superb simulation.

The touchscreen controls are easy to get to grips with,
theres a steady learning curve and the game looks great
with quality graphics.
Cut the Rope: Time Travel

Free
Just like in the original version of

this neat physics puzzler, the task is
to feed Om Nom by cutting down
some candy only now he has a
new monster friend to feed as well.
Highly playable with added depth.
Cordy 2
Free
A charming platformer with lots of lovingly-crafted

levels to jump and bounce your way through, Cordy 2
brings everything thats good about platform games
into one entertaining and engaging package.
Grand Theft Auto:

Vice City
2.99
The series may be getting on a

bit now, but the action is, after all,
set in the 1980s and GTA still feels
fresh and completely immersive
on the mobile platform.
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PAC-MAN + Tournaments
Free
The all-time classic arcade game is

a good fit on Android devices. You
can buy virtual tokens to compete
in online tournaments with other
players, or just munch those
ghosts by yourself for free.
Dragon Flight Kakao

Free
An eye-catching arcade shootem-up with simple controls and

instant playability. Extra features,
such as buying goodies or creating
a friend list, can be had if you sign
up to the Kakao network.
Paper Toss 2
Free
A digital version of the familiar office

time-wasting fad, now with an updated
version offering different objects to
throw, moving targets and the option
to throw items at co-workers.
Pool Master Pro

Free
With responsive touch controls for

moving the cue, realistic animation
(the balls react as you would
expect) and various game modes,
this pool simulator is a fun and
relaxing diversion.
Wheres My Water?
0.65
This award-winning physics-based

puzzler gets everything right;
great graphics, an intuitive control
system and a huge variety of
engaging challenges. Its a perfect
time-waster for all the family.
The Lost City

0.63
You must return an artefact to a forgotten city in this

thoughtful adventure puzzler. The nicely designed
static frames and accompanying audio create a mystical
atmosphere which will pull you in.
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Hill Climb Racing

Free
Subway Surfers
On first play this linear racer seems impossible

to control, with the car struggling to stick to the
undulating terrain, but its up to you to improve the
handling through car upgrades as you progress.
Price
A running game in the

style of Temple Run, this
time youre fleeing from a
policeman and his angrylooking dog. Featuring
simple directional swipe
controls, sharp graphics
and vibrant colours.
Hills Of Glory 3D
Free
Set in the Second World War, here you are tasked with
defending a bunker from incoming enemies, using tap
and swipe moves to fight them off whilst bolstering
your defences.
Need For Speed Most Wanted

2.99
Old-school racing action gets a stylish makeover in this

bite-sized version of the NFS franchise, with impressive
visuals and a thumping soundtrack. Choose from
gyroscope controls or a virtual touch wheel.
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Bouncy Ball
Free
A catchy little number thats one of the most addictive

and playable puzzlers you can find you must chomp
up the stars by bouncing a ball around 820 levels of
increasing difficulty.
Best 50 games
Song Pop
Free
Take on your friends and

seriously test your musical
knowledge with this
diverting and competitive
social pop quiz. Players
take turns to identify five
tracks in a particular genre
from a multiple-choice list
of answers.
Candy Crush Saga

Free
Just like Bejewelled, this smash hit is more than just

an average match-three puzzler. Its simple to pick up
and get started, but sufficiently difficult and so crazily
addictive that you wont want to put it down.
Prize Claw
Price
Plants vs Zombies
0.69
Protect your house from zombies with a troop of

killer plants, it sounds daft but this is one of the most
addictive and enjoyable action/strategy games to have
hit the Android platform.
Remember those
machines in arcades
and malls where you
use a drop-down claw
to try and grab prizes?
Well, this is that on your
mobile! Its no gimmick
either, with decent
functionality and
impressive visuals.
The Room
1.49
Explore a wonderfully-crafted 3D room in this

atmospheric and immersive puzzler, unravelling a
mystery by solving clues and figuring out how to open
boxes that contain hidden secrets.
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Ski Safari
0.63
Asphalt 7: Heat
0.69
The Asphalt series of racers is a staple on Android and

its seventh incarnation continues the good work, with
solid controls and a large selection of cars and tracks.
In this game your character must ski down the side of

a mountain to avoid an avalanche, collecting different
animals with special abilities as he goes. The graphics
are nice and its a smooth, fast-moving ride.
Super Hexagon
Tank Hero
Despite ultra-simple gameplay, this game is incredibly

difficult. Control a triangle in mid-screen and dodge the
incoming barriers, but its harder than it sounds.
An addictive shoot-em-up that has you competing as

a tank against several other vehicles inside large mazelike levels, viewed from the top-down, all the time firing
shells to blow up your enemies.
1.99
Free
Gun Bros 2
Free
Real Football 2013

Free
Vastly improved graphics dazzle on the S4s screen and

with the same game mechanics and immersive tactics,
RF 2013 is a step up from the previous seasons effort.
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This visually-stunning multiplayer top-down shooter

is a real slug-fest, with advanced 3D graphics and
customisable weapons. Its free to play, with in-game
options to purchase items for cash.
Best 50 games
The Simpsons: Tapped Out
Free
As a Farmville-esque top-down
management game, Tapped Out
requires you to build up your very
own Springfield, adding buildings
and characters as you go. Its well
made with crisp graphics.
Tetris
Free
The much-loved block-fitting

game has had a touchscreen
update you can now tap
the blocks to rotate and drop
them into place with a swipe
of the screen.
Stunt Car Challenge

Free
Perform death-defying jumps, tricks and flips in order to

collect coins and improve your car. The game has a neat
sensor control feature, where you can guide the car in
mid-air by tilting the handset.
JetPack Joyride
Free
Much fun is to be had here as you zip across the screen

from left to right, avoiding obstacles and collecting
power-ups on the way. A quick tap is needed to fire the
jetpack before gravity kicks in.
Minecraft: Pocket Edition

4.99
Block-building games are hugely popular and this is

one of the best. Create your home base, shape tools
and mine the depths, playing alongside your friends in
multiplayer mode.
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Accessories for
the Galaxy S4
Keep your swanky smartphone safe from harm and spruce it up
with the fanciest enhancements by checking out our selection
of 20 indispensable Galaxy add-ons.
Galaxy S4 Flip Cover

24.99
Choose from a rainbow of colours and

protect your device with these durable
covers that flip open like a book.
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Samsung HM 1200 Bluetooth headset

19.99
A compactly designed wireless headset that will

have you happily chatting away handsfree, thanks
to eight hours talktime and 300 hours standby.
Samsung Wireless Charging Cover

39.99
Used in conjunction with the wireless

charging pad, just replace your existing back
cover with this one to boost the battery
without cables.
Galaxy S4 Wireless Charging Pad

54.99
Just fix up the wireless charging cover and

rest your handset on the rubbery surface to
let it power up the battery without a cable.
Desktop Dock for Galaxy Phones
Where to buy?
Allow your Galaxy S4 to rest upright on your

desk with this handy stand; it will also charge
your device and has an audio line-out.
These accessories are available online

and instore at all good technology
outlets. Prices shown are estimates,
search online for the best deals.
29.99
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Samsung Galaxy S3 & S4 Car Dock

29.99
With its powerful mapping facilities your S4

(or S3) can be used as a SatNav device, secure
it safely to the windscreen with this dock.
Galaxy S4 Heart Rate Monitor

64.99
Strap this to your chest while youre out

jogging or exercising and it will monitor
your heart rate in real time.
SanDisk 64GB MicroSD Card

69.99
Yes the top-range Galaxy S4 contains

64GB of storage memory, but for
those who want even more theres a
microSD slot for extra cards, so you
can double it up.
Galaxy S4 Pouch
29.99
This stylish real leather case has a soft

lining and is a perfect fit for your S4,
with access to the headphone port.
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Samsung S Band
89.99
A colourful and waterproof wristband

to keep track of your daily workout
activity, by feeding information to the
S Health app (2.0) on your device.
Galaxy S4 Game Pad

89.95
Cradling your device and connecting via

Bluetooth, this controller features a full set
of console controls with shoulder buttons
for the ultimate gaming experience.
Galaxy S4 S View Cover

42.99
As well as protecting your precious phone

from scratches, this case has a window
on the front that shows time and other
important information when it is closed.
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Case-Mate Barely There

14.99
Lightweight and bump-resistant, this shell

fortifies your phone and provides access
to all the external ports and buttons.
Galaxy S4 Extra Battery Kit

39.99
You could run out of juice at any time,

so this spare cell might be a lifesaver.
It comes with a protective case that
doubles as a desk-stand.
Galaxy S4 Body Scale

89.99
Proporta Quiksilver Case (Blue)

19.95
With a striking check design this case will

protect your handset from knocks and
scratches, also in a multicolour version.
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Measure the weight of up to seven users

and send details to your S4 via Bluetooth,
where the S Health app will keep tabs.
Accessories
Samsung Galaxy S4 Headset
19.99
The official S4 headphones have two

speakers in each earpiece for ultimate
sound and a flat, tangle-free wire.
Galaxy S4 2.0 HDTV Adapter

39.99
Hook up your S4 to a HDMI compatible

TV and you can either mirror the
phone display or watch movies and
slideshows on a bigger screen.
Galaxy S4 / S3 C-Pen
19.99
For the ultimate onscreen accuracy or

to prevent having greasy fingerprints
on your display, this stylus pen will
control things with precision.
Galaxy S4 Protective Cover+

19.99
Insulate your S4 with this hard-as-nails

official protector in a range of colours,
with cut-outs for all ports and functions.
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Here we delve a little bit deeper into the heart of
the Galaxy, with detailed guides showing you how
to master all the most important applications.
110 Multimedia: music and video players
135 Story Album: personal photo book
116 Group play: Share local content
138 S Memo & S Planner: get organised
118 S Health: exercise and fitness tracker
142 Voice commands: spoken controls
124 Google Play Store & Samsung Hub
148 Google Services: Maps, Plus, Play
128 Social Networking: Facebook & more
157 WatchON: TV guide & remote control
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Music player
With the ability to create playlists on the go, group songs
according to their mood and control tracks with voice
commands, the music player app sounds good to us.
Play a music album

Once youve transferred music files using Samsung Kies (see p73) or
downloaded some tunes, its time to listen to your favourite album.
on the Music Player

1 Click
shortcut in your Apps folder.
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Albums in the top menu

2 Tap
bar to view a list of all albums.
Click the one you want to listen to.
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the first song in the list to

3 Tap
listen to the tracks in order, or
hit Shuffle for a random order.
Multimedia
Operate the music playback screen

Like any good DJ knows, its important to understand how your
equipment works before you start belting out the tunes.
Playback options:
1) Share the content on a compatible
device with Screen mirroring.
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In play settings
2) Tap for an onscreen volume level

slider (you can also use the handset
volume buttons) and a quick link to
the SoundAlive graphic equaliser.
3) Shuffle the current group of songs.
4) Add the current song to your
Favourites playlist.
5) Repeat a single song (1) or an
entire album (A).
3
6
6) Tap to call up the music menu; you

can browse your collection as the
current song continues playing.
7) Tap to bring up a list of the current

group of songs, eg. the album or
playlist you are listening to.
Press the Menu button to bring

up the above settings menu. You
can Share music via Bluetooth
or Group Play, add song to a
playlist, or set as an alert (below).
The alert can play from the

start or as a selected highlight.
You can install it as your phone
ringtone, for a single caller or as
the tone for your alarm clock.
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Optimise music player settings

These are all the detailed settings that can be altered in
order to maximise the listening experience.
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Adapt Sound
Switch on your personalised sound
settings (for when you are listening
through earphones), these levels can
be customised in Menu > Settings >
My device > Sound.
Play speed
Increase or decrease the tempo of
the music using this slider.
SoundAlive
Select the style of sound from some
preset graphic equalizer options.
Music menu
Click items you want to be displayed
at all times in the menu bar, and
select the types of playlist to be used.
EXPERT TIP
With the Voice control feature
activated, use the following voice
commands to control playback:
Next; Previous; Pause; Play;
Volume Up; Volume Down.
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Lyrics
Show song lyrics on screen if available.
Smart volume
Check this box to unify the volume across
all songs, this is very helpful if your tracks
are set at different volume levels.
Voice control
Turn on the ability to control certain
playback functions with voice commands.
Music auto off

The player can automatically switch
off at a predetermined time; set the
duration of playback here.
Multimedia
Create a new playlist

If you think you can do better than the producers of Now! 567,
you can make your own personalised collection of tracks.
Playlists in the top menu

1 Tap
bar and press Menu > Create
playlist. Give your playlist a name.
through your song list

2 Scroll
and select the ones to add by
checking the tick box. Then hit Done.
Listen to songs according to your mood

Are you excited? Or in a calm mood? Play songs that reflect how
youre feeling at any time with the Music Square feature.
on the Music square icon in the top menu bar. The

1 Click
mood interface appears on the left of the screen, tap any
square within it to bring up a list of songs relevant to that mood.
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new playlist will now

3 Your
appear alongside the default
playlists, tap it to load up and play.
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less energetic and more nostalgic? You can switch

2 Feeling
the horizontal axis from Passionate and Joyful to Old and
New by selecting Menu > Change horizontal axis.
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Video player
Watching movies and video clips in full HD is easy enough
and there are a few nifty tips and tricks to learn too.
Operate the video playback screen

An explanation of all the icons and controls that appear
when you tap the screen during video playback.
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Screen mirroring
Share with a
compatible TV
or other device
Volume control
Tap to use an
onscreen slider
to adjust level
Time elapsed
Time remaining
Display mode
Choose actual
size, fit height or
stretch to screen
Settings
Hit Menu for
extra settings
EXPERT TIP
By pressing the phones
power button you can
lock (and later unlock) the
video playback screen for
uninterrupted viewing. A
small padlock icon appears
in the top right corner.
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Pop-out Window
Tap this icon to pop-out
the video into a separate
smaller window; you
can then operate other
phone functions as
playback continues.
Multimedia
How to trim a video
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If you have too much footage, you can make a clip

shorter in length by trimming off the edges.
up the Gallery and navigate to the video that you wish

1 Open
to edit, then tap it. Click Trim in the top menu bar (you can
also access the Trim command during playback in Settings > Edit).
a new file name for your trimmed video (the original

3 Enter
clip will remain on the device).
Level: Advanced
Trim screen will open, move the left and right slider bars
2 The
to the positions you want the video to start and end. The
trimmed sections will turn grey. Hit Done when finished.
new creation will appear in the Output folder. You can

4 Your
now delete the original version if you like.
Nifty tricks: chapter preview and pinch-to-zoom
Chapter Preview
During playback, Menu > Chapter Preview lets you inspect the
video in sections; click to start playback from each point.
Video pinch-to-zoom
Just like on an image, you can zoom in closer on a video and
pan around the screen using the pinch-to-zoom technique.
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Group Play:
share content
Be sociable and hook up with other S4 Galaxians to share music,
pictures, documents and games on multiple handsets.
Set up a group for friends to join

The leader of the group has access to all the settings and can
control the participating devices, so get in there first.
the Group Play shortcut in

1 Tap
your Apps list and select Create
group. Ensure the tickbox is checked.
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a numerical password for

2 Set
anyone who wants to join your
group to input on their handset.
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Level: Intermediate
are now ready to share and

3 You
play with other devices, so its
time to select some content.
Group Play
Share music tracks with other handsets
S4
exclusive
The most exciting aspect of Group Play is its music sharing capability,
allowing you to really belt out those sounds in stereo.
Select Share music from the

Select and play content menu
and choose the tracks to be played.
Hit OK when you are finished.
the music starts to play,

2 Asmove
the top slider across to
the right to access the Group Play

control dashboard.
Level: Advanced
The number of people in the

group is shown in the top right.
Tap the left or right speaker to add a
device to that location.
Theres now stereo sound from

two connected devices and
more can be added to each side. Tap
the volume icon to set the level for
each speaker and overall (below).
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S Health: your
fitness tracker
If monitoring your daily exercise activity while setting fitness
and calorie targets sounds like fun, then step in.
Get started: input data and set goals

Before you start stepping, burning, tracking and comforting its
important to input key health data and fix calorie targets.
will be asked for personal

1 You
details, including name, height,
weight and activity frequency. Set

targets for calorie intake and burn.
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done, access the Settings

2 When
menu on the Health board
where you can change the units for

key measurements used.
S4
exclusive
Level: Beginner
fitness data is constantly

3 Your
updated on the S Health
homescreen, tap the icon in the

bottom corner for detailed graphs.
S Health
Understand the layout of the Health board
S4
The Health board, located in the left hand menu bar, is the central interface
that hosts the five main components of S Health.
Walking mate
Set daily walking targets and track
distance covered and calories used.
Food tracker
Keep a diary of your dietary intake
and check daily calories consumed.
exclusive
Level: Beginner
Exercise mate
Enter the time spent doing sporting
activities and track calories burnt.
Weight
Keep track of your weight and note
daily gains and losses in a bar graph.
Comfort level
Check the current temperature and
humidity using an onscreen gauge.
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Set a steps goal

in Walking mate
Whether youre going
for a ten mile trek or just
nipping to the bus stop,
you can keep track of the
amount of steps taken on a
daily basis.
S4
exclusive
Level: Intermediate
Your steps goal will now appear

on screen. Your progress level
will be updated in real time during
the day, alongside the distance
covered and calories burnt.
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Go to the Walking mate screen

and press the Menu button to
call up a list of settings, then select
Set goal. You can also reset the daily
target and view total steps taken.
the graph icon in the

4 Press
bottom right corner to call up
a bar graph of your daily steps. Press

the calendar icon to view by day,
week, month or year.
the amount of steps you

2 Enter
intent to reach on this day, by
typing in a figure on the keypad or

moving the lever. Then press Done.
the corner icon again

5 Press
to return to the main screen.
When your daily target has been

reached you will be alerted onscreen.
S Health
Record your calorie intake with Food tracker

Not everybody is aware how many calories are in a bowl of Crunchy
Nut Cornflakes, but users of Food Tracker would be able to tell you.
the Food tracker menu

1 Enter
and from the opening screen
tap Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner or Other

to add your daily food contents for
that particular meal.
time and date is recorded

2 The
and you can add a picture of
your dish if required. Tap the plus

icon next to Add food information to
select your menu.
S4
exclusive
Level: Advanced
keywords into the

3 Enter
text box to bring up a list of
potential options and select one. If

you cant find what youre looking for,
click custom to add a new entry.
set yourself a recommended daily

4 Tocalorie
intake, press Menu > Settings
and choose Set goal from the list. Enter the

number of required calories and press Done.
Done to return to the main daily menu and repeat steps

like in Walking mate, you can view the data in graph
5 Click
6 Just
form by pressing the icon in the lower right corner. Tap the
1 to 3 for each of the meals (plus other for any extra snacks).
Your total daily calorie intake will automatically refresh as you go.
calendar icon to view alternative time periods.
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Monitor activities
in Exercise mate
By recording the time
spent on all your sporting
activities during the day,
you can keep up with your
burnt calories target.
S4
exclusive
Level: Intermediate
Repeat steps one and two for

all the activities throughout
the day. The total time spent and
number of calories burnt is shown as
a percentage of your daily target.
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Open the Exercise mate portal

and press the Enter button to
add a new activity. Choose from the
list provided, or type the name into
the text box to search for it.
the graph icon to view

4 Press
your daily progress in chart
format, you can scroll through recent

days or tap the calendar icon for
weekly or monthly views.
will then be required to

2 You
enter the time spent exercising
within the chosen activity. Type in

the number of minutes or use the
arrows to scroll, then hit Done.
the log icon in the top bar

5 Tap
to view a breakdown of the
daily calories spent by each activity.

To share these graphs with friends,
tap the Share icon top right.
S Health
How to remain in your Comfort level
S4
exclusive
With a built-in barometer, the app is able to give guidance

on ambient heat and humidity levels in your vicinity.
your comfort
1 Tolevel,determine
press the Menu button
then tap Adjust comfort range.
the temperature and

2 Change
humidity limits according to
your preferences, then hit Done.
Level: Beginner
explains, this
3 AsappthedoesHelpnottabprovide
definitive
data and should be treated lightly.
Keep track of your Weight
S4
Unfortunately the phone cant actually weigh you, but if you use a separate
set of scales it can record the daily data and reproduce it in a handy chart.
on Weight in the Health Board and press Update. Enter

1 Click
your weight for the date shown (tap the date to go back to
previous days and record past data). Hit Done when finished.
exclusive
Level: Beginner
current weight and height will be shown on screen, tap

2 Your
the graph icon to view it in a weekly or monthly chart with
the amount of weight loss or gain recorded.
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Downloads at
the Play Store
Googles Play Store brings a world of new content to your device,
with apps, music, books, movies and games to enjoy.
Browse content and install a new app

Downloading and installing apps is a straightforward process and
many of them are free, so head to the store and check them out.
the Play Store shortcut in

1 Tap
your Apps list and scroll down
to see a long list of available content.
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a coloured section to access

2 Tap
that area in more detail. Hit an
album cover to view the track listing.
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tracks by pressing PLAY

3 Sample
ALL, or buy individual songs or
the album via your Google account.
App downloads
Samsung Hub: another portal to browse and download content
Samsung Hub
An alternative means of sourcing
content, either for free or paid
through your Samsung account.
an app, hit the

4 ToAppsdownload
icon and search by section
or type its name in the top bar.
Samsung Hub > Game Store

Click on any of the top sections to
browse and download content in
that category, for example games.
can view screenshots of the

5 You
app, a brief description and user
ratings. Tap INSTALL to download.
Samsung Apps
Want apps? Check this standalone
portal thats separate from the Hub
and dedicated solely to apps.
download progress in
6 Check
the notification panel. Once
complete, click OPEN to fire it up.
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Apps for Social

Networking
Here we go through key features on three of the worlds most
popular social networking apps (Facebook, Twitter & Instagram),
all available as free downloads from the Play Store.
Social networking: keep in touch with friends wherever you are in the world
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Social Networking
Facebook: maintain your social status

Filled with functionality, the Facebook mobile app gives full
access to all the features of your account.
FREE
DOWNLOAD
at Google
Play Store
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Status update
Let friends know whats going on
with a quick tap of the Status button,
you can attach pictures and locations.
Notifications
Hit the globe icon for a list of
everything your lovely friends have
been saying about you, with details
of all posts, tags and links.
Favorites side bar

Tap the list icon to get quick links to
common functions, pages, groups
and apps. Scroll down to the bottom
of the list for the settings menu.
EXPERT TIP
Friends
Friendship requests and suggestions
will appear here, click the name to
view that persons profile.
Instant messaging fans should also

check out Facebook Messenger:
a dedicated app for users to chat
with each other or in groups, plus
send voice messages and photos.
Places
Tap the Check In button to bring up a
list of all the nearby places, then pick
one to let friends know you are there.
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Twitter: the word on the superhighway

If youve got something to say (and you can squeeze it into
140 characters) then Twitter is the perfect platform.
FREE
DOWNLOAleD
at Goog
Play Store
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Discover
Tap Activity to see what the people
you follow have been up to, or Trends
to get the latest popular hashtags.
Connect
See who has recently started
following you, retweeted or
favourited any of your tweets, plus a
list of messages that mention you.
Compose tweet
Tweet away and from the row of
icons: take a photo with the camera,
add an image from the gallery, add a
contact or include a location.
Settings
Hit Menu to access settings, then tap
on your account name to change the
sync and notification options.
Profile
Scroll the top panel to see the bio. Hit
the cog wheel to edit your profile, or
the letter icon for private messages.
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Social Networking
Instagram: take a
snap and share it
with the world
Upload and share images,
follow and comment on
pictures from friends and
discover amazing new
artists with Instagram.
Heres how to get started
and share a photo.
FREE
DOWNLOAD
at Google
Play Store
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The viewfinder will open up

and you can take a photo from
within the application, using either
the front or rear camera lens (with
flash). Or tap the lower right icon to
select an image from the gallery.
Open the app and register or

sign-in. You can join-up with
your Facebook log-in details and opt
to hook up with that group of friends
to get you started.
its time to edit your

4 Now
photo; change the effect from
the range of styles in the lower bar or

manually adjust settings via the top
row of icons. Click the blue double
arrows when finished.
first stop is the homepage,

2 The
featuring a feed of pictures by
your friends (hit the icons to like or

comment on the images). To take a
photo tap the blue camera icon.
you send the photo, you

5 Before
can choose to add a caption,
tag friends and add it to a location

map. You can also share on other
social networks at the same time.
Press the green tick box to share.
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Flipboard: news
all in one place
Flip through all the stories, photos and updates from
the web that matter to you in one elegant location.
Sign up and choose your content

Be your own magazine editor by picking the news, categories
and social feeds that will form your personal flipboard.
Flipboard and register a

1 Enter
new account, the fastest way is
to use your Facebook login details.
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your interests from the

2 Choose
two pages of categories (this
can be tweaked at a later stage).
FREE
DOWNLOAD
at Google
Play Store
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the Facebook box to add

3 Tap
your feeds and login with your
Twitter details to add those too.
Social Networking
Use Flipboard and manage you content

How to make the most of your Flipboard experience by fully
customising what appears on your content board.
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Facebook & Twitter

Hit the top bar to draw up a list of
content and tap the items that you
want added to your feeds.
Content
Heres where you can search for
new content, just scroll through
the categories and tap a listing to
subscribe. You can also add other
social networking accounts.
My Flipboard
Tap your icon to view your own
subscriptions; hold and drag them
to the right to delete. Here you can
access the Settings menu and also
edit your profile.
EXPERT TIP
Flipboard picks
Check out inspiring images, stories
and content thats been carefully
selected by the Flipboard team. Hit
the title bar for extra options.
Access the settings menu via My

Flipboard, scroll to the bottom of
the list and check Use full screen.
This removes the status bar when
viewing the app and looks nicer.
Your boards
Click a category to flip through the
latest stories. Hit the plus icon to
collate items and combine them into
your own personal magazine.
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ChatON: instant
messaging
FREE
DOWNLOAD
at Google
Play Store
Enter the world of social communication and chat to buddies

all over the world with Samsungs free IM service.
Register for the ChatON service

First off youll need to set up a ChatON account, it will
be synced with your existing Samsung account.
on the ChatOn icon in

1 Click
your App list, then hit Next to
start the registration process.
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the name to be used on

2 Enter
your account, then complete
your phone number and hit SMS.
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in the code you receive by

3 Type
SMS and hit Next. Your contacts
will be synced with your account.
ChatON
Chat with a buddy and create an animessage

ChatOn allows you to have conversations with friends or send public
messages to groups, as well as sending cute animated messages.
To start a new chat, check the

box next to the buddy you want
to talk to and click the orange speech
bubble icon. You can broadcast to a
group by hitting the icon next to it.
the text and press Send.

2 Enter
You can choose from a selection
of emoticons or attachments by
pressing the orange smiley or green
paper clip icon.
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Your message is sent instantly

and the ensuing conversation
will appear as chat bubbles, with
messages time and date stamped.
5 6
4
4
Animessages are short videos

that chart how an animation is
created. To draw and send a new one,
tap the attachment icon and select
animessage, then hit the + icon.
1) Select a preset background or one

from your own Gallery.
2) Draw or sketch with the pen tool.
3) Choose from a selection of cartoon
clip-art to stamp onto the image.
4) Write out text in a formal font.
5) Erase all of the image.

6) Send the animessage.
7) Playback as a video of all production
stages (as the recipient will view it).
8) Go back one step.
9) Go forward one step.
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Story Album:
photo records
Dont let all those precious moments waste away in the depths
of your Gallery, transform them into a photography slideshow
that can be shared with friends.
Story Album: completed albums can be sent off and converted into hardback photographic books
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Story Album
Create a new
Story Album
To get started, the first step
is to select the images,
then choose a heading
and a style for your album.
Dont worry about how it
looks at this stage, because
it can all be edited later.
S4
exclusive
Level: Intermediate
A cover image will appear (you

can change this later). Choose a
name for your album and enter it into
the Title box. To determine the look
of your album, press Theme.
Enter the app and click on

Create album. Choose a source
for your images: direct from the
Gallery, from Location or People tags
or from a specific time period.
is a selection of six preset

4 There
designs to choose from, each
with a different style. Pick the one

you like and press Done. You can also
change the theme at a later stage.
the images within the

2 Allcriteria
that you just selected
will appear in the Gallery, choose the

ones you wish to use in your album
and then click Done.
a cover shot from your

5 Select
available images and move it
into your preferred position on the

page. Press OK then Create album to
complete the process.
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Edit pictures and add text to a Story Album

Think about the best format for your album (vertical or horizontal). Its normally best to produce
it in landscape mode (horizontal), because when you share it is exported in this format.
the Story Album app and click on the album that you
a text caption (called Memo), double-click on
1 Open
2 Tothechange
existing text and you will be taken to the editing screen.
want to edit. You can edit the heading, theme or cover image
in the Settings menu, or flick the page left to open the book.
Enter a new caption and hit Done when you have finished.
edit a picture, tap and hold the image until a blue border
you think the pictures would look better in different
4 Toappears
5 Ifpositions,
around its edges. In the menu bar are icons to rotate
you can swap them over. Tap and hold the selected
it clockwise or anti-clockwise, or delete the image.
image and drag it into the border of the other image on the page.
can also zoom in on an image and move it around within

the pinch-to-zoom technique to zoom in and out of the
7 You
8 Use
its existing border. To do so, double-tap the image until it is
picture and drag it around the box until you are happy with
highlighted in a blue border.
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the new positioning. Then hit the tick icon to save.
Story Album
S4
exclusive
Level: Advanced
Share your Story Album and

order it as a hardback book
Now youve completed your masterpiece
its time to share it with the world.
new caption will appear next to the main image. Text can
3 The
be edited as many times as you like, or you can delete it and
the images will reformat to fill the entire page.
To share your
album with
friends via email
or Bluetooth, press
Menu > Settings and
select Share via. You
can send individual
pages or the entire
book as a PDF file
(viewable on all
devices) or a .ssf file
(viewable only in the
Story Album app).
To order a hardback
book that will be
printed out and
mailed to any home
address, click on
Menu > Settings >
Order photo book.
Your album must be
at least ten pages.
your hold and the images will reformat into their

6 Release
new positions. Once you are happy with the arrangement,
press the tick symbol in the top right corner to save the changes.
the previous steps on all pages until you are happy

9 Repeat
with the final outcome. You should experiment with different
When you
have chosen a
size from the three
available options,
you can preview
the photo book one
more time before
ordering. The app will
then redirect you to
the order information
page, powered by
Blurb, which asks
you to input the
delivery address and
payment details.
Once everything
is completed, your
book will be sent to
the printers and the
final product takes
between 7-14 days to
be delivered.
themes as well get creative and you can achieve good results.
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S Memo: notes
and reminders
Thought of something important? Jot down a quick note and
link it to your calendar so you dont forget.
Create a new S memo

You have the option of starting a new memo from scratch,
or importing ones from an online account.
a new memo, open

1 Tothecreate
app and click the pen icon
for freehand, or the letter icon for

text (you can switch these later).
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import memos from an

2 Toonline
account, press the Menu
button and tap Import, then choose

the type of file and the account.
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save time you might want

3 Toto stay
logged in to your online
accounts; you can access them via

the Settings tab.
S Memo
Produce a memo and add content

Maybe you just want to write a quick note, but theres many
more options to enhance the memo if youre feeling creative.
Pen tool
Change the style, colour and size of
your brush stroke here. Press T to
write proper text, or use the eraser
and one step back/forward buttons.
Zoom in
Enter view mode to get a close up of
your memo and pan around. Press
the icon again to return to edit mode.
EXPERT TIP
When composing a text message
you can add the contents of a
memo by pressing Menu > Add
text and selecting S Memo.
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Level: Intermediate
Clip-art
Tap the Insert content button then
choose from a fun range of Clip art
items. you can reposition, scale and
rotate the image on the memo.
Voice memo
Tap to record a voice message that is
linked to your memo.
Insert content
Add an image file, an item from the
clipboard, a screengrab of a map or a
piece of Clip art (see box top right).
Create event
Press the Menu button and select
Create event from the list to set up an
event or task in the Calendar. Other
options on the list include sharing
the memo as an image file or PDF,
plus saving it as a contact icon or one
of your screen wallpapers.
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S Planner: the
pocket calendar
The beauty of S Planner is its integration with other services; it
gets along well with S apps and syncs with online accounts.
Synchronise with an online calendar

If you keep an online calendar you can sync it with S Planner
and select which details are displayed on the phone.
the app and press the

1 Open
Menu button. Hit Sync to
connect with active accounts, or

press Settings to do it manually.
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Calendars to open up the

2 Press
list of current planners. Here
you can also adjust other options,

such as notification preferences.
S3 S3
S2
mini
Level: Intermediate
Add account to link to an

3 Press
online calendar, eg. Facebook.
Tap Display to select which ones will

be shown, or Edit to add a new one.
S Planner
Add calendar entries and change the view

To navigate the calendar simply scroll the screen left or right and use
the right hand strip to view by days, weeks, months or years.
S3 S3
S2
mini
Level: Advanced
Today
Press to return to the current day
from any point within the calendar.
Add entry
Tap to add a new event, or change
to a task in the top menu bar. Enter
the title and add clip-art from the
adjacent box. Click Save when done.
Calendars
Get quick access to all of your current
calendars and check the boxes next
to the ones you want to be displayed.
Theres also the option to show tasks
and contacts birthdays. Click Done
to save any changes made.
Detail view
Tap a listing to see it in more detail
and set a reminder. Tap and hold
a listing on the main panel to edit,
copy, share or delete it.
List view
This option allows you to view the
calendar as a list of events.
Day view
You can change the type of view in
the side panel, with options to view
by Year, Month, Week or Day.
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S Voice: speech
commands
A good way to keep the screen fingerprint-free is to use the clever
voice recognition software for many useful functions.
Perform a function with a voice command

Speak clearly and follow the basic procedure below, then experiment
with the examples given in the table opposite.
S3 S3
mini
Level: Intermediate
the app. The mic beeps

1 Open
and is blue when active, if it
turns off say Hi Galaxy or hit the mic

button to wake. Give your command.
EXPERT TIP
You can set S Voice to open by
double pressing the home key.
Check the tick box at Menu >
Settings > Open via the home key.
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device replies appear in

2 The
blue with voice prompts (press
the left icon to deactivate voice).

Follow the prompts as they come.
an action has been

3 When
completed the device will give
confirmation and enter standby.

Repeat from step 1 for more actions.
S Voice
S Voice examples
Set wake-up
commands to
activate features
When the S Voice app is
open but not in use, it
rests in idle mode and
can be woken up with the
phrase Hi Galaxy. You
can change this code and
also add four new wakeup commands to instantly
activate different features.
S3 S3
mini
Level: Advanced
the default, there

2 Alongside
are four opportunities to assign
new wake-up commands, with a list

of potential features. Tap each one to
change the related command.
the S Voice app and go

1 Open
to Menu > Settings. Ensure the
box for Wake up command is ticked,

then press Set wake-up command.
the feature you wish

3 Choose
to be assigned. Think of a voice
command, then tap the mic and

repeat it four times in succession for
it to be recognised.
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S Voice Drive:
in-car operation
Driving safely is of paramount importance and this feature lets
you keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road.
How to switch on driving mode

The interface for driving mode is obviously much simpler than in
the standard S Voice function, with just the basics on display.
the S Voice app and say

1 Open
the voice command: Driving
mode on or press the Menu key and

choose Set driving mode on.
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S Voice Drive home screen

2 The
will appear in standby mode.
To turn on the microphone state the

voice command: Hi Galaxy.
S4
exclusive
Level: Beginner
screen will activate and you

3 The
are ready to commence using
the S Voice Drive feature. If the text

turns grey repeat step 2.
S Voice Drive
Use spoken commands in S Voice Drive
S4
exclusive
Alongside the five main controls listed on the S Voice Drive home
panel, there are a few more functions you can activate too.
Level: Advanced
1
2
3
S Voice Drive functions
All the functions that can be operated in
this app are listed in the screen above.
1) Voice dial
Make calls by saying Call plus a contact
name or telephone number.
2) Message
Say text then the contact, then dictate. It
will appear on screen to be checked and
you can speak out punctuation marks.
3) Navigate
Say Navigate then give an address,
location or business to get directions.
Add your address in Settings > Home
address, then just say Navigate home.
4) Music
Say Play then artist or album followed
by the name. Or say play joyful music, for
example, to activate the music square.
5) Weather
Say weather togther with a location.
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Apps guide
S Translator:
language help
Break down those barriers with this in-depth translation tool that
converts voice and text phrases into different languages.
Translate a sentence from voice or text

Awkward conversations with foreigners will be a thing of the past
thanks to this very simple and highly efficient tool for travellers.
the app and choose a

1 Open
language in the top white box.
Press a button to speak, or enter text

and tap the letter icon that appears.
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voice, wait for the beep and

2 For
the blue border to appear then
start speaking. It will turn green and

beep and the translation will appear.
S4
exclusive
Level: Beginner
either arrow icon to view

3 Tap
the translated phrase in full
screen mode, or press either voice

icon to hear it spoken out loud.
S Translator
Browse phrases by category and keyword

With hundred of phrases in different languages, its helpful to identify
the phrases you need by narrowing down the options.
the list in Menu > Preset

1 Access
phrases, choose your language
and tap on the Category heading.

Select the area you wish to browse.
on the Keyword listing

2 Tap
and scroll through the options,
choosing the section thats most

relevant to your requirements.
Select and save phrases as favourites

Once youve targeted the phrases that are important to you,
highlight them and collate them together into one place.
S4
exclusive
Level: Beginner
list of related phrases will

3 Aappear.
You can also search for
a particular keyword by pressing the

magnifying glass icon in the top bar.
S4
exclusive
Level: Beginner
the Preset phrases listing for your chosen language by

star will turn yellow to signify it is a favourite phrase.
1 Access
2 The
pressing Menu > Preset phrases. Select your listing and tap
All your highlighted phrases will be stored together within
the grey star button to make it a favourite.
Menu > Favourites. Tap the sound icon to hear them spoken.
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Apps guide
Google Maps
FREE
DOWNLOAD
at Google
Play Store
Everybody knows about Google Maps, but how well do you really
know it? Its much more than a simple atlas, with layered map
views, navigation, local search and traffic info all inside.
Find an address and get directions

Throw away your AtoZ, switch on your GPS and data, fire up
the app and away we go, its time to start mapping.
the bottom left search icon

1 Hit
and type in the name of your
destination; it can be a street address,

a business or a place of interest.
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results will appear

2 Possible
in MAP VIEW, or you can hit
RESULTS LIST for a clearer view. Select

your destination from the list.
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S2
mini
Level: Intermediate
attractions and businesses

3 For
you will get some useful info,
reviews and pics (for street addresses

skip steps 2 and 3). Press Directions.
Google Maps
Meeting the locals and uncovering the layers of Google Maps
Local search
From map view press the Places
icon for a list of search categories,
tap one to find the closest places.
your mode of transport

4 Pick
(car; train; bike; foot) and press
GET DIRECTIONS (see our separate

guide on the NAVIGATION tool).
Layered maps
Press the Layers icon (bottom right)
and choose a type of map, such as
Satellite (above), Terrain and more.
overall map of your route

5 An
will appear, use the lower
right and left arrows to see detailed

instructions for each stage.
Traffic info
Select this layer to get info on the
level of road congestion in the area
(green=normal, red=problems).
DIRECTIONS LIST for a

6 Press
set of text-based navigation
instructions, with detailed journey

information, or MAP VIEW to return.
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Navigation
Powered by Google, this app is a fully-fledged SatNav solution
offering turn-based navigation directions within a fluid interface.
Its a standlone app that can also be activated in Google Maps.
Use a voice command to enter an address

Google has its own voice recognition software that lets you
state your destination rather than type it in manually.
the app via the shortcut

1 Open
and press Speak destination.
You could also type in the address or

select from a recent destination.
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dont need to press any

2 You
buttons, just state the name of
your destination. The circle will turn

red and emit a glow as you speak.
S3 S3
S2
mini
Level: Intermediate
is unsure what
3 Ifyouthesaidsoftware
or there is more than
one option, it will provide a list of

alternatives. Select the correct one.
Navigation
Operating the navigation screen

It can be very simple: just follow the blue arrowhead along the blue
line. Or you can get to grips with the advanced functionality.
Next turn
Hit the green icon on the
main screen to view the
upcoming route and next
important turns. The relevant
road names appear in the top
strip, you can scroll forwards
and backward through your
journey using the arrows that
also appear there. Tap the
blue arrowhead to return to
your current position.
Compass
By default you
get a 3D map,
tap the red and
white pointer
to change to 2D
birds-eye mode.
Route overview
Time remaining on your journey is shown in the bottom left
corner, tap the icon to get an overview of your route; you can
zoom and pan around. Hit the list icon for alternative routes.
S3 S3
S2
mini
Level: Advanced
EXPERT TIP
From the opening screen
press Menu > Set home
address, then you can easily
navigate to your front door
by tapping Go home.
Next road
The name of the next road
you need to take appears
in the top green strip.
Then...
This icon denotes
the junction that
comes after the
next one.
Current road
The name of
the road you
are currently on
appears here.
Directions list
Press the list icon and hit Directions list for text directions of your
journey (you can also turn off voice guidance here). Tap any stage
to see it in map view. Press back to return to the main screen.
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Apps guide
Google Plus
FREE
DOWNLOAD
at Google
Play Store
Google Plus (or Google+) is a social networking service with

a difference; its fully integrated with the rest of your Google
accounts and groups contacts in circles for more flexibility.
Register a new Google+ account

As long as you already have a Google account, signing up for the
extra service is quick and easy and can be done on your handset.
the Google+ shortcut in

1 Tap
the Apps list and enter your full
name as you want it to be displayed

across the service. Add your gender.
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can link the Picasa photo2 You

sharing service to your account,
meaning any pictures can be

uploaded and shared with Google+.
S3 S3
S2
mini
Level: Intermediate
have the opportunity

3 You
to connect with people and
organisations now by following

them, or you can do this later.
Google Plus
Introduction to the important features of Google+
Menu bar
Tap the top left icon to see the
menu bar where the main items
and notifications are listed.
Circles
Keep track of all your contacts and
connections in different circles, for
more control over who sees what.
Circles is the name for

4 Google+
your connections within the
Uploads will allow you

5 Instant
to share all the photos and
service, you can sync this with your

device contacts list as well.
videos taken on your device; choose

the way they are uploaded.
Share your status

Tap the green Write icon to create
a post, then tap the top bar to
choose which circle to share it with.
it, you have now

6 Thats
registered an account and can
browse the menu system to check

out all the features (see box above).
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Google Play
FREE
DOWNLOAD
at Google
Play Store
The Play Music service offers a novel way of managing your music,
by matching your collection online and streaming it to your
device, so it neednt take up too much memory space.
Listen to songs in Play Music

You can listen to any tracks transferred to the device in Play Music
locally, without actually joining up to the streaming service.
you first open up the

1 When
Play Music app you will see any
albums you have recently played. Hit

Shuffle all for a random playlist.
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be more selective, swipe the

2 Toscreens
left and right to access
music listed by artist, album, song or

genre. You can search in the top bar.
S3 S3
S2
mini
Level: Beginner
current song will display,

3 The
hit the list icon to see the queue
of upcoming songs, or press back

two times to return to the listing.
Google Play
Shop for new

music from
favourite artists
With Google Play you
can browse and buy new
music from the artists
already in your collection.
S3 S3
S2
mini
the artist list on your

1 Access
device and click on the triangle
will be transferred to the

2 You
Google Play Store, where a list
to the right of the name. Select Shop

for artist from the list of options.
of possible matches will appear. Tap

on the most relevant item.
the payment on a
4 Confirm
credit card linked to a Google
purchased songs will now

5 The
be available on your device,
Level: Intermediate
can browse through the

3 You
discography, read biographies
and sample sections of music. Click

the relevant price to purchase.
Wallet account, or enter new details.

Add your Gmail password to confirm.
within the main directory and in the

Free and purchased playlist.
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Apps guide
WatchON: TV
remote control
Transform your device into a fully-functional remote control
for your home TVs and the rest of your entertainment system,
complete with comprehensive TV listings and video streaming.
FREE
DOWNLOAleD
at Goog
Play Store
WatchON: browse TV listings and flick through channels from the comfort of your handset
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WatchON
Set up TV services
for your local area
To get WatchON up and
running, you will first need
to identify the type of
service your home TV is
currently using and select
your channel preferences.
An existing Samsung
account is required.
S3 S3
S2
mini
Level: Intermediate
Select your preferred TV

genres and tap and drag the
icons to reorder the list, so that your
favourites are at the top. You can
press each one for more detailed
options in a submenu.
Click on the WatchON app in

your App list and press the
button to select your TV region. A list
of countries will appear, click yours.
and order your preferences

4 Pick
in each submenu, then hit Next.
You then can opt to enter your age

and gender in order to receive a list
of suggested shows as Top picks.
Press Done when finished.
your home postcode,

2 Enter
then select the TV service that
you are currently using.
it, you will now be

5 Thats
presented with a complete set
of listings for your local TV service.

Press the bottom arrows to view
different time slots and click on each
image for more programme details.
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Apps guide
Convert your
handset to a TV
remote control
Add an extra dimension of
functionality to your phone
(or just freak out your
friends) by setting it up to
switch channels on your TV.
S3 S3
S2
mini
From the TV listings panel, press

the remote control icon in the
top right hand corner.
Level: Advanced
If your TV turns on, press Yes,

this code works. To try again
press Send this code again. If the TV
does not turn on press No, test next
code and repeat step 3.
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channels through
5 IftheyouTV,control
press My ... TV and go to
step 6. If you control them through a

separate box, click Set-top box, then
choose your brand from the list and
repeat step 3 for the set-top box.
will be asked if you want to

2 You
set up your phone: press Set Up
Now. Then select your TV brand from

the list provided.
WatchON
Add another TV
and more devices
You can add additional TVs
and other linked devices
and store them all in
separate folders, or rooms,
within the WatchON app.
Ensure your TV is in standby

mode and attempt to switch it
on by pressing the power button on
the screen of your mobile phone.
when you press the top

6 Now
right icon, your display will
transform into a remote control (left).

To return to the listing panel hit the
purple icon and for Settings, tap
Menu > Settings from this panel.
S3 S3
S2
mini
Level: Advanced
Choose the brand and then

complete the configuration for
your device. Attempt to turn it on by
hitting the lower Turn on button and
complete the process as per step 4 of
the previous tutorial.
To add more TVs in other rooms

access the Settings menu and
hit Add room. You can rename the
current room in Settings > My room,
or to add a device click Add devices.
remote control for the new

3 Adevice
will be added alongside
the existing TV remote; to switch

between them hit the relevant
heading in the light grey bar. To
switch rooms tap the cube icon.
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Apps guide
Manage your TV
listings panel
The TV listings panel
is a very useful portal
containing channel
guides and lots of helpful
information, heres how
to get the most out of it
by setting reminders and
adding favourites.
S3 S3
S2
mini
Level: Intermediate
Hit Guide to view all the

TV programmes in a handy
channel list. View shows in the next
few hours by hitting the right arrow,
or view upcoming days by pressing
Today and selecting a new date.
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To set a reminder for a TV show,

navigate to the programme and
click on its image. Then tap Reminder
from the lower menu bar (tap Like to
add it to your favourite shows list).
save favourite channels, hit

5 ToFavourites
in the side bar and
then press Add channel. Type in a

character and a list of channels will
appear; select the ones you want to
add, then click Done.
when you wish to be

2 Select
reminded. An alarm will sound
and an alert will appear in your

notification bar at that time.
WatchON
Browse films and

TV shows to rent
Alongside the TV listings is
a vast selection of movies
and TV shows that can be
screened via a third party
rental service.
S3 S3
S2
mini
For alternative viewing options

and to set favourite channels,
hit the purple icon in the top left
hand corner. A side bar will slide
across the screen.
Level: Intermediate
favourites panel will

6 Your
now contain a list of selected
channels and shows (left). Click

on a channel to view its complete
schedule for that day. (above)
Double click an image to

get more information on it,
including a synopsis, list of cast and
crew and related content. If you wish
to rent it, press Watch now.
Click on the Video tab to call

up a listing of featured and
recommended movies and TV shows.
This can be managed in the same
way as the TV listings.
will be redirected to the

3 You
Acetrax Movies app in the
Play Store; install this software and

follow the instructions to continue (a
Samsung account is required).
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Reference
Tutorial index
A complete listing of all guides and tutorials

Tutorials
Out of the box
26 Setting up your phone for the first time
28 Create your own Dropbox Account
29 Enable Samsung Remote Controls
Menu System
30
31
32
33
Using your phone in Easy Mode

Scrolling through the homescreens
Hardware controls
Using the notifications panel
Personalisation
34
35
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
Change the background image

Change the font style and size
Activate automatic landscape mode
Customise the audio (Adapt Sound)
Run two apps at the same time (Multi window)
Move and replace Apps and Widgets
Add an extra homescreen
Modify the look of the Lock screen
Change the screen unlocking method
Communication
42
43
43
44
44
45
Dialling a phone number

Receiving and rejecting calls
In call options
Select a new ringtone and vibrate alert
Add a speed dial contact
Manage and sync your contacts
Messaging
46
47
47
48
Customise the message bubbles and background

Compose a new text message
Use a Messaging Widget on the homescreen
Master the virtual keyboard
Email accounts
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
Log in to an existing Gmail account

Set up a new Gmail account
Compose and send emails in Gmail
Add a signature and manage labels in Gmail
Automatic email account set-up
Manual email account set-up
Compose and send emails (non-Gmail)
Manage your emails (non-Gmail)
Web browser
58 Navigate to a new website
59 Install a new homepage and add bookmarks
60 Open multiple windows in tabs
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60 View pages in desktop mode

61 Share pages and view browsing history
61 Magnify an area using pinch to zoom
122 Monitor activities in Exercise mate

123 How to remain in your Comfort level
123 Keep track of your Weight
Galaxy Camera
Google Play Store and Samsung Hub
62
63
64
65
66
66
67
68
69
124 Browse content and install a new app
How to take a quick photo or video clip

Understanding the camera interface
Customise shortcuts and settings; Best photo
Drama shot: get all the action in one image
Sound & Shot: take a pic and record sound
Animated photo: create moving pictures
Eraser Shot: remove unwanted interference
Select a photo for editing
Edit and enhance your saved pictures
Connectivity
70
71
71
72
73
Connect to a Wi-Fi network

Pair with another device over Bluetooth
Send files over Bluetooth
Turn your phone into a Wi-Fi hotspot
Sync data on a PC or Mac using Kies via Wi-Fi
Sensor Controls
74
74
75
76
77
78
79
79
How to activate all sensory controls

Know the position of sensors
AirGesture: control device with hand movements
Motion: perform functions by moving the handset
Smart screen: control the display with your eyes
AirView: see content without touching the display
Palm motion: swipe the screen with your hand
Voice control: operate using voice commands
Apps in depth
Multimedia
110
111
112
113
113
114
115
Play a music album

Operate the music playback screen
Optimise music player settings
Create a new playlist
Listen to songs according to your mood
Operate the video playback screen
How to trim a video
Group Play
116 Set up a group for friends to join
117 Share music tracks with other handsets
S Health
118
119
120
121
Get started: input data and set goals

Understand the layout of the Health board
Set a steps goal in Walking mate
Record your calorie intake with Food tracker
Social Networking
127
128
129
130
131
132
133
Facebook: maintain your social status

Twitter: the word on the superhighway
Instagram: take a snap and share it with the world
Flipboard: Sign up and choose your content
Use Flipboard and manage you content
Register for the ChatON service
Chat with a buddy and create an animessage
Story Album
135 Create a new Story Album
136 Edit pictures and add text to a Story Album
137 Share your Story Album and order it as a book
S Memo & S Planner

138
139
140
141
Create a new S memo

Produce a memo and add content
S Planner: Synchronise with an online calendar
Add calendar entries and change the view
Voice Commands
142
143
144
145
146
147
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S Voice: Perform a function with a voice command

Set wake-up commands to activate features
S Voice Drive: How to switch on driving mode
Use spoken commands in S Voice Drive
S Translator: Translate a sentence from voice or text
Browse phrases by category and keyword
Select and save phrases as favourites
Google Services
148
149
150
151
152
153
154
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Google Maps: Find an address and get directions

Meeting the locals and uncovering the layers
Navigation: Use voice to enter an address
Operating the navigation screen
Register a new Google+ account
Introduction to the important features of Google+
Google Play: Listen to songs in Play Music
Google Play: Shop for music from favourite artists
WatchON
157
158
159
160
161
Set up TV services for your local area

Convert your handset to a TV remote control
Add another TV and more devices
Manage your TV listings panel
Browse films and TV shows to rent
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