Sony ST26i/ST26a manual Getting started, What is Android?, Phone overview

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Getting started

What is Android™?

Your Xperia smartphone from Sony runs on the Android platform. Android phones can perform many of the same functions as a computer and you can customise them to your own needs. For example, you can add and delete applications, or enhance existing applications to improve functionality. On Google Play™ you can download a range of applications and games from a constantly growing collection. You can also integrate applications on your Android™ phone with other applications and with online services that you use. For example, you can back up your phone contacts, access your different email accounts and calendars from one place, keep track of your appointments, and engage in social networking.

Android™ phones are constantly evolving. When a new software version is available and your phone supports this new software, you can update your phone to get new features and the latest improvements.

Your Android™ phone is pre-loaded with Google™ services. To get the most out of the provided Google™ services, you should have a Google™ account and sign in to it when you first start your phone. You also need to have Internet access to use many of the features in Android™.

New software releases may not be compatible with all phones.

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Contents Xperia J Contents Contacts Calendar Alarm clock About Movies Using MoviesImportant information 111 Xperia J User guide Getting started What is Android?Phone overview To remove the battery AssemblyTo remove the SIM card To insert the memory card and the SIM cardTo turn on the phone To attach the battery coverTurning the phone on and off To remove the memory cardAccounts and services Setup guideScreen lock SyncML account Google accountMicrosoft Exchange ActiveSync account Facebook accountGetting to know your phone Using the keysBattery Charging the batteryTo access the battery usage menu Battery LED statusImproving battery performance To check the battery levelReducing battery consumption with Power Saver Using the touchscreenZooming Marking optionsScrolling To flick Home screenSensors To scrollTimescape Feed widget WidgetsChanging the background of your Home screen Timescape Friends widgetTimescape Share widget Rearranging your Home screenTaking a screenshot Accessing and using applicationsApplication screen Rearranging your Application screen Opening and closing applicationsRecently used applications window Application menuDrag the status bar downwards Status and notificationsChecking notifications and ongoing activities To open the Notification panelSetting your phone from the Notification panel Phone settings menuTyping text Using the on-screen keyboardOn-screen keyboard Application bar Using the Gesture input function to write wordsPhonepad Using the PhonepadTo enter text using the Gesture input function To change the Gesture input settingsKeyboard and Phonepad settings Time and date Text input settingsAdjusting the volume Customising your phoneScreen settings Ringtone settingsMemory Airplane modePhone language Formatting the memory card Using a headset with your phoneInternet and messaging settings Memory cardControlling data usage Mobile network settings To activate data roaming Turning off data trafficData roaming To turn off all data trafficBefore you download applications Google PlayGetting started with Google Play Downloading from Google PlayClearing your application data Installing applications not from Google PlayPermissions Emergency calls CallingCall handling Recent calls VoicemailConference calls Multiple callsForwarding calls Call settingsBarring calls Rejecting a call with a messageTo show or hide your phone number To enable or disable fixed diallingTo access the list of accepted call recipients Fixed Dialling NumbersTransferring contacts to your new device Transferring contacts using a PCContacts About ContactsTransferring contacts from a SIM card Using the PC Companion program to transfer contactsTransferring contacts using an Apple Mac computer Transferring contacts using synchronisation accountsReceiving contacts from other devices Managing your contactsFavourites Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts applicationQuick contact menu Communicating with your contactsSharing your contacts GroupsTo export contacts to a SIM card Backing up contactsTo send several contacts at once To export all contacts to a memory cardMessaging Using text and multimedia messagingGoogle Talk Text and multimedia message optionsFrom your Home screen, tap Find and tap Talk To start Google TalkTo reply to an instant message with Talk Getting started with Email Using email accountsTo set up an email account in your phone To set an email account as your default accountGmail and other Google services Using emailTo save a senders email address to your contacts To receive email messagesTo read your email messages To view an email message attachmentTo star an email To forward an email messageTo delete an email message To mark a read email as unreadTo change the inbox check frequency Music player overview Music playerAbout Music Copying media files to your memory cardUsing the music player Using My music to organise your tracks Discovering related audio contentOverview of My music Playing music in random order Categorising your music using SensMe channelsMusic player widget PlaylistsTrackID technology Identifying music using TrackID technologyUsing TrackID technology results Protecting your hearingAbout the PlayNow service PlayNow serviceBefore you download content FM radio overview FM radioAbout the FM radio Moving between radio channelsSwitching between the speaker and the handsfree Using your favourite radio channelsSound settings Identifying radio tracks using TrackIDCamera controls overview Tips on using the cameraCamera About the cameraAdding the geographical position to your photos Taking photos with the still cameraWhite balance Still camera settingsStill camera settings overview Scenes Exposure valueCapturing method Self-timerRecording videos GeotaggingVideo camera settings overview Scenes Video camera settingsShutter sound MicrophoneSelect the method you use to record a video Album tab overview AlbumViewing photos and videos in Album Viewing photos and videos saved in the phoneTo view photos and videos in list view To view photos and videos in grid viewWorking with photos in Album Working with videos in Album Overview of Maps tab To enable location detectionTo add a geotag when viewing the map in Album Viewing your photos on a mapOverview of Online tab Viewing your online albumsTo recommend a photo or video on Facebook Movies Using MoviesAbout Movies Navigating web pages Web browserAbout the web browser Browsing the webManaging bookmarks To add a bookmarked web page to your Home screen To bookmark a webTo open a bookmark To edit a bookmarkMultiple windows Managing text and imagesDownloading from the web Browser settingsAuto-fitting web pages To create text for auto-filling Plug-in settingsTo enable plug-ins on demand Auto-filling textWi-Fi Connecting to wireless networksConnectivity Sharing your phone’s mobile data connection Advanced Wi-Fi settingsWi-Fi network status Wi-Fi sleep policyTo share your phone’s data connection using a USB cable Bluetooth wireless technologyTo rename or secure your portable hotspot Naming your phone Pairing with another Bluetooth deviceTo pair your phone with another Bluetooth device To connect your phone to another Bluetooth deviceSending and receiving items using Bluetooth technology Connecting your phone to a computerTransferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi Transferring and handling content using a USB cableTo connect paired devices wirelessly in Media transfer mode About scanning with the NeoReader application Scanning barcodes with the NeoReader applicationPC Companion Media GoTo scan a barcode NeoReader application menu overviewTo start the NeoReader application From the Home screen, tap Find and tap NeoReaderAbout synchronising data on your phone Synchronising data on your phoneSynchronising with Google To set a synchronisation interval for a corporate account To edit the setup of corporate email, calendar and contactsSynchronising your corporate email, calendar and contacts Synchronising with FacebookTo remove a Facebook integration account from your phone Synchronising using SyncMLTo set up a Facebook integration account on your phone To set up a SyncML account in your phoneTo remove a SyncML account from your phone To set a synchronisation intervalGoogle Maps About location servicesUsing GPS Maps and locationsUsing the Navigation application Using Google Maps to get directionsViewing your friends’ locations with Google Latitude Calendar Calendar and alarm clockAlarm clock About the alarm clockTo activate an existing alarm To set a new alarmTo edit an existing alarm To deactivate an alarmTo snooze an alarm when it sounds To set the title for an alarmTo activate the vibrate function for an alarm To set alarms to sound when the phone is in silent modeUpdating your phone Support and maintenanceUpdating your phone wirelessly Updating your phone using a USB cable connectionImei number Locking and protecting your phoneSIM card protection Setting a screen lockFinding your device 106 To access the Help applicationHelp application Recycling your phoneReference Phone settings overview107 Status icons Status and notification icons overview108 Notification icons Application overview109 110 Legal information Limitations to services and featuresImportant information Important information leaflet

ST26i/ST26a specifications

The Sony ST26i, also known as the Sony Xperia J, is a smartphone that was released in the latter part of 2012. It was part of Sony’s Xperia series and aimed at more budget-conscious consumers while still providing core features found in higher-end models at that time.

One of the standout features of the Xperia J is its design. The device includes a sleek and stylish exterior with a 4-inch TFT touchscreen display, boasting a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels. This display provides vibrant colors and decent viewing angles, making it suitable for casual browsing, social media, and video consumption.

The Xperia J is powered by a 1GHz single-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 processor, which was complemented by 512MB of RAM. While the hardware may seem modest by today’s standards, it was optimized to run the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich operating system. Additionally, the device was upgradable to Android Jelly Bean, offering users access to improved performance and features.

In terms of storage, the Xperia J comes with 4GB of internal storage, which can be expanded via microSD cards up to 32GB. This allows users to store a variety of apps, photos, and videos without hassle. The device also features a 5-megapixel rear camera with LED flash, capable of recording video in 720p HD. Although it lacks a dedicated front-facing camera, the Xperia J still competes well in its category for casual photography.

Connectivity options for the Xperia J are comprehensive, including 3G, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS functionality. The phone also packs a decent 1750 mAh battery, providing a day’s worth of usage under moderate to heavy use.

Other notable technologies incorporated in the Xperia J include Walkman features for music playback, which were popular in Sony devices, and the inclusion of Timescape UI, enhancing the user experience by aggregating social media updates.

Overall, the Sony ST26i/ST26a Xperia J offers a balance of design, performance, and essential smartphone features, making it a worthy option for those seeking an affordable device that doesn't compromise on quality. Its combination of user-friendly technology and classic Sony design helps it stand out, appealing to a wide audience looking for an entry-level smartphone experience.
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