Sony ST26i/ST26a manual Downloading from the web, Browser settings, Auto-fitting web pages

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Downloading from the web

You can download applications and content when you browse the web using the web browser in your phone. Usually you have to touch a download link for the desired file and the download then starts automatically.

To view your downloaded files

1Make sure that you have inserted a memory card in your phone before viewing any previously downloaded files (to the card).

2From your Home screen, tap .

3Find and tap Downloads.

To cancel an ongoing download

1When your phone starts downloading a file, drag down the status bar and tap the file you are downloading.

2Mark the checkbox beside the downloading file that you want to cancel.

3Tap .

Browser settings

You can change the browser settings and customise your browser view. For example, you can change the size of the text displayed to suit your needs, or you can clear cache, cookies, browser history, and other data linked to the websites you visit.

To change your browser settings

1When the browser is open, press .

2Tap Settings.

To change the text size on web pages

1When the browser is open, press .

2Tap Settings > Accessibility.

3Adjust the text size settings as desired.

To clear the cache memory from your phone

1When the browser is open, press .

2Tap Settings > Privacy & security.

3Tap Clear cache, then tap OK to confirm.

To clear your browser cookies

1When the browser is open, press .

2Tap Settings > Privacy & security.

3Tap Clear all cookie data, then tap OK to confirm.

To clear your browser history

1When the browser is open, press .

2Tap Settings > Privacy & security.

3Tap Clear history, then tap OK to confirm.

Auto-fitting web pages

Your browser has an auto-fit option which makes it easier to read large web pages with lots of text and images, such as news pages. When this option is enabled, your browser automatically refits images and columns of text on the screen when you double-tap the screen directly after zooming with your fingers. If auto-fit is disabled, you may need to scroll sideways to read a full sentence.

To auto-fit web pages

1When the browser is open, press .

2Tap Settings > Advanced > Auto-fit pages.

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Contents Xperia J Contents Contacts Calendar Alarm clock About Movies Using MoviesImportant information 111 Xperia J User guide Phone overview What is Android?Getting started 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 cardScreen lock Setup guideAccounts and services 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 touchscreenScrolling Marking optionsZooming To flick Home screenSensors To scrollTimescape Feed widget WidgetsChanging the background of your Home screen Timescape Friends widgetTimescape Share widget Rearranging your Home screenApplication screen Accessing and using applicationsTaking a screenshot 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 menuOn-screen keyboard Using the on-screen keyboardTyping text 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 settingsPhone language Airplane modeMemory 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 PlayPermissions Installing applications not from Google PlayClearing your application data Call handling CallingEmergency calls 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 optionsTo reply to an instant message with Talk To start Google TalkFrom your Home screen, tap Find and tap 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 Overview of My music Discovering related audio contentUsing My music to organise your tracks 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 hearingBefore you download content PlayNow serviceAbout the PlayNow service 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 settingsSelect the method you use to record a video MicrophoneShutter sound 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 About Movies Using MoviesMovies 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 imagesAuto-fitting web pages Browser settingsDownloading from the web To create text for auto-filling Plug-in settingsTo enable plug-ins on demand Auto-filling textConnectivity Connecting to wireless networksWi-Fi Sharing your phone’s mobile data connection Advanced Wi-Fi settingsWi-Fi network status Wi-Fi sleep policyTo rename or secure your portable hotspot Bluetooth wireless technologyTo share your phone’s data connection using a USB cable 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 computerTo connect paired devices wirelessly in Media transfer mode Transferring and handling content using a USB cableTransferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi 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 NeoReaderSynchronising with Google Synchronising data on your phoneAbout synchronising data on your phone 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 locationsViewing your friends’ locations with Google Latitude Using Google Maps to get directionsUsing the Navigation application 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 phone107 Phone settings overviewReference 108 Status and notification icons overviewStatus icons 109 Application overviewNotification icons 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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