Sony ST26a Naming your phone, Pairing with another Bluetooth device, To give your phone a name

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To turn on the Bluetooth™ function and make your phone visible

1From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings.

3Tap OFF beside Bluetooth so that OFF changes to ON. appears in the status bar.

4Tap Bluetooth.

5Tap Not visible to other Bluetooth devices.

To adjust your phone's visibility time to other Bluetooth™ devices

1From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.

3Press and select Visibility timeout.

4Select an option.

Naming your phone

You can give your phone a name. This name is shown to other devices after you have turned on the Bluetooth™ function and your phone is set to visible.

To give your phone a name

1Make sure that the Bluetooth™ function is turned on.

2From your Home screen, tap .

3Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.

4Press and select Rename phone.

5Enter a name for your phone.

6Tap Rename.

Pairing with another Bluetooth™ device

When you pair your phone with another device, you can, for example, connect your phone to a Bluetooth™ handsfree or a Bluetooth™ car kit and use these devices to make and receive calls.

Once you have paired your phone with a Bluetooth™ device the phone will remember this pairing. When pairing the phone with a Bluetooth™ device, you may need to enter a passcode. Your phone will automatically try the generic passcode 0000. If this does not work, refer to your Bluetooth™ device documentation for the device passcode. You do not need to re-enter the passcode the next time you connect to a paired Bluetooth™ device.

Some Bluetooth™ devices, for example, most Bluetooth™ headsets, require you to both pair and connect with the other device.

You can pair your phone with several Bluetooth™ devices, but you can only connect to one Bluetooth™ profile at the same time.

To pair your phone with another Bluetooth™ device

1Make sure that the device you want to pair your phone with has the Bluetooth™ function activated and is visible to other Bluetooth™ devices.

2From the Home screen, tap .

3Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth. All available Bluetooth™ devices appear in a list.

4Tap the Bluetooth™ device you want to pair with your phone.

5Enter a passcode, if required. The phone and the Bluetooth™ device are now paired.

To connect your phone to another Bluetooth™ device

1If you are connecting to a Bluetooth device that requires you to first pair your phone before connecting, follow the relevant steps to pair your phone with that device.

2From your Home screen, tap .

3Find and tap Settings > Bluetooth.

4Tap the Bluetooth™ device you want to connect your phone to.

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Contents Xperia J Contents Messaging About MoviesUsing Movies Calendar Alarm clock112 Xperia J User guide Getting started What is Android?Phone overview Assembly To remove the battery coverTo remove the battery To insert the memory card and the SIM cardTo remove the SIM card Turning the phone on and off Screen lockSetup guide Accounts and servicesUsing the keys BatteryCharging the battery Getting to know your phoneBattery LED status Improving battery performanceTo check the battery level To charge your deviceUsing the touchscreen Reducing battery consumption with Power SaverMarking options ZoomingScrolling SensorsTo scroll To flickHome screen WidgetsTimescape Feed widget Timescape Friends widgetTimescape Share widget Rearranging your Home screenChanging the background of your Home screen Accessing and using applicationsApplication screen Opening and closing applications Recently used applications windowApplication menu Rearranging your Application screenTo uninstall an application from the Application screen Status and notificationsChecking notifications and ongoing activities To open the Notification panelPhone settings menu Setting your phone from the Notification panelTyping text Using the on-screen keyboardOn-screen keyboard Using the Gesture input function to write words Application barUsing the Phonepad To enter text using the Gesture input functionTo change the Gesture input settings PhonepadKeyboard and Phonepad settings Text input settingsCustomizing your phone Adjusting the volumeTime and date Ringtone settings Screen settingsFlight mode MemoryPhone language Memory cardUsing a headset with your phone Internet and messaging settingsFormatting the memory card To format the memory cardControlling data usage Mobile network settings Turning off data trafficTo turn off all data traffic Data roamingTo activate data roaming Google Play Getting started with Google PlayDownloading from Google Play Before you download applicationsClearing your application data Installing applications not from Google PlayPermissions Emergency calls CallingCall handling Voicemail Recent callsMultiple calls Conference callsCall settings Barring callsRejecting a call with a message Forwarding callsTo enable or disable fixed dialing To access the list of accepted call recipientsFixed Dialing Numbers To show or hide your phone numberTransferring contacts using a PC ContactsAbout Contacts Transferring contacts to your new deviceUsing the PC Companion program to transfer contacts Transferring contacts using an Apple Mac computerTransferring contacts using synchronization accounts Transferring contacts from a SIM cardTransferring contacts from a memory card Managing your contactsReceiving contacts from other devices Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application Communicating with your contacts Sharing your contactsFavorites GroupsBacking up contacts To send a contactTo send several contacts at once To export all contacts to a memory cardUsing text and multimedia messaging MessagingText and multimedia message options Google TalkTo start Google Talk To reply to an instant message with TalkUsing email accounts To set up an email account in your phoneTo set an email account as your default account Getting started with EmailUsing e-mail Gmail and other Google servicesTo receive email messages To read your email messagesTo view an email message attachment To save a senders email address to your contactsTo forward an email message To delete an email messageTo mark a read email as unread To star an emailTo change the inbox check frequency Music player About MusicCopying media files to your memory card Music player overviewUsing the music player Using My music to organize your tracks Discovering related audio contentOverview of My music Categorizing your music using SensMe channels Playing music in random orderMusic player widget PlaylistsProtecting your hearing Using TrackID technology results Identifying music using TrackID technologyTrackID technology About the PlayNow service PlayNow serviceBefore you download content FM radio About the FM radioMoving between radio channels FM radio overviewUsing your favorite radio channels Sound settingsIdentifying radio tracks using TrackID Switching between the speaker and the handsfreeTips on using the camera CameraAbout the camera Camera controls overviewTaking photos with the still camera Adding the geographical position to your photosStill camera settings Still camera settings overview ScenesExposure value White balanceGeotagging Self-timerCapturing method Video camera settings overview Scenes Video camera settingsRecording videos Microphone Self timerShutter sound Album Viewing photos and videos in AlbumViewing photos and videos saved in the phone Album tab overviewTo view photos and videos in grid view To view photos and videos in list viewWorking with photos in Album Working with videos in Album To enable location detection To add a geotag when viewing the map in AlbumViewing your photos on a map Overview of Maps tabViewing your online albums Overview of Online tabTo recommend a photo or video on Facebook Movies Using MoviesAbout Movies Web browser About the web browserBrowsing the web Search and address barNavigating web pages Managing bookmarks Managing text and images Multiple windowsDownloading from the web Browser settingsAuto-fitting web pages Plugin settings To enable plug-ins on demandAuto-filling text To create text for auto-fillingWi-Fi Connecting to wireless networksConnectivity Advanced Wi-Fi settings Wi-Fi network statusWi-Fi sleep policy Sharing your phone’s mobile data connectionTo share your phone’s data connection using a USB cable Bluetooth wireless technologyTo rename or secure your portable hotspot Pairing with another Bluetooth device To pair your phone with another Bluetooth deviceTo connect your phone to another Bluetooth device Naming your phoneConnecting your phone to a computer Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth technologyTransferring and handling content using a USB cable Transferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-FiTo connect paired devices wirelessly in Media transfer mode To remove a pairing with another deviceScanning barcodes with the NeoReader application PC CompanionMedia Go About scanning with the NeoReader applicationNeoReader application menu overview To enter a barcode manuallyAbout synchronizing data on your phone Synchronizing data on your phoneSynchronizing with Google Synchronizing your corporate email, calendar and contacts Synchronizing with FacebookTo set a synchronization interval for a corporate account To remove a corporate account from your phoneSynchronizing using SyncML To remove a SyncML account from your phone About location services Using GPSMaps and locations Google MapsUsing the Navigation application Using Google Maps to get directionsViewing your friends’ locations with Google Latitude Calendar and alarm clock Alarm clockAbout the alarm clock CalendarTo set a new alarm To edit an existing alarmTo deactivate an alarm To activate an existing alarmTo set the title for an alarm To activate the vibrate function for an alarmTo set alarms to sound when the phone is in silent mode To snooze an alarm when it soundsSupport and maintenance Updating your phone wirelesslyUpdating your phone using a USB cable connection Updating your phoneLocking and protecting your phone Imei numberSIM card protection Setting a screen lock Help application Recycling your phoneReference Phone settings overview107 Status and notification icons overview Status iconsNotification icons 108Application overview 109110 Limitations to services and features Important informationImportant information leaflet Legal informationIndex 112113 Geotagging114 PUKVolume 115
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ST26a, ST26i specifications

The Sony ST26i, also known as Xperia J, is a smartphone that exemplifies the blend of style and functionality. With its sleek design and compact form factor, the Xperia J offers an attractive choice for users seeking portability without compromising on performance.

One of the most notable features of the Xperia J is its 4.0-inch TFT display. The screen boasts a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, providing vibrant colors and decent visibility, even in outdoor settings. The compact size makes it easy to handle, perfect for one-handed use, while still delivering a satisfactory viewing experience for photos, videos, and apps.

Powering the Xperia J is a Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 processor, which ensures a smooth performance for everyday tasks. The device comes with 512MB of RAM, allowing for efficient multitasking, albeit with some limitations when running multiple heavy applications simultaneously. The phone supports 4GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD card, giving users the option to store more media and apps.

In terms of camera capabilities, the Xperia J features a 5-megapixel rear camera that is equipped with autofocus and LED flash, enabling users to capture decent images in various lighting conditions. The camera also supports video recording at 720p, which enhances the overall multimedia experience. For selfies and video calls, the front-facing VGA camera provides basic functionality.

The Xperia J runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, allowing users to access a wide range of applications through the Google Play Store. The user interface is customized by Sony, offering a unique look and feel with added features that enhance usability.

Connectivity options on the Xperia J include 3G support, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS, ensuring users remain connected wherever they go. The device is powered by a removable 1750mAh battery, providing adequate battery life to get through the day with moderate use.

Overall, the Sony ST26i Xperia J is a solid entry-level smartphone that caters to users looking for a stylish device with essential features. Its combination of a compact design, decent display, and basic smartphone functionalities make it a suitable option for first-time smartphone users or those looking for a secondary device.