Sony ST26i/ST26a To set a synchronisation interval, To remove a SyncML account from your phone

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To set a synchronisation interval

1From your Home screen, tap .

2Tap Settings > Accounts & sync, then tap your SyncML™ account.

3Tap Account settings.

4Tap Sync interval and select an interval option.

To remove a SyncML™ account from your phone

1From your Home screen, tap .

2Tap Settings > Accounts & sync, then tap your SyncML™ account.

3Press , then tap Remove account.

4Tap Remove account again to confirm.

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Contents Xperia J Contents Contacts About Movies Using Movies Calendar Alarm clockImportant information 111 Xperia J User guide What is Android? Getting startedPhone overview Assembly To remove the batteryTo insert the memory card and the SIM card To remove the SIM cardTo attach the battery cover Turning the phone on and offTo remove the memory card To turn on the phoneSetup guide Accounts and servicesScreen lock Google account Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync accountFacebook account SyncML accountUsing the keys BatteryCharging the battery Getting to know your phoneBattery LED status Improving battery performanceTo check the battery level To access the battery usage menuUsing the touchscreen Reducing battery consumption with Power SaverMarking options ZoomingScrolling Home screen SensorsTo scroll To flickWidgets Timescape Feed widgetTimescape Friends widget Timescape Share widgetRearranging your Home screen Changing the background of your Home screenAccessing and using applications Taking a screenshotApplication screen Opening and closing applications Recently used applications windowApplication menu Rearranging your Application screenStatus and notifications Checking notifications and ongoing activitiesTo open the Notification panel Drag the status bar downwardsPhone settings menu Setting your phone from the Notification panelUsing the on-screen keyboard Typing textOn-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 settings Adjusting the volumeCustomising your phone Time and dateRingtone settings Screen settingsAirplane mode MemoryPhone language Using a headset with your phone Internet and messaging settingsMemory card Formatting the memory cardControlling data usage Mobile network settings Turning off data traffic Data roamingTo turn off all data traffic To activate data roamingGoogle Play Getting started with Google PlayDownloading from Google Play Before you download applicationsInstalling applications not from Google Play Clearing your application dataPermissions Calling Emergency callsCall handling Voicemail Recent callsMultiple calls Conference callsCall settings Barring callsRejecting a call with a message Forwarding callsTo enable or disable fixed dialling To access the list of accepted call recipientsFixed Dialling 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 synchronisation accounts Transferring contacts from a SIM cardManaging your contacts Receiving contacts from other devicesAvoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application FavouritesCommunicating with your contacts Sharing your contactsGroups Quick contact menuBacking up contacts To send several contacts at onceTo export all contacts to a memory card To export contacts to a SIM cardUsing text and multimedia messaging MessagingText and multimedia message options Google TalkTo start Google Talk From your Home screen, tap Find and tap TalkTo reply to an instant message with Talk Using email accounts To set up an email account in your phoneTo set an email account as your default account Getting started with EmailUsing email 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 Discovering related audio content Using My music to organise your tracksOverview of My music Categorising your music using SensMe channels Playing music in random orderPlaylists Music player widgetIdentifying music using TrackID technology Using TrackID technology resultsProtecting your hearing TrackID technologyPlayNow service About the PlayNow serviceBefore you download content FM radio About the FM radioMoving between radio channels FM radio overviewUsing your favourite 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 balanceSelf-timer Recording videosGeotagging Capturing methodVideo camera settings Video camera settings overview ScenesMicrophone Shutter soundSelect the method you use to record a video 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 Using Movies MoviesAbout Movies Web browser About the web browserBrowsing the web Navigating web pagesManaging bookmarks To bookmark a web To open a bookmarkTo edit a bookmark To add a bookmarked web page to your Home screenManaging text and images Multiple windowsBrowser settings Downloading from the webAuto-fitting web pages Plug-in settings To enable plug-ins on demandAuto-filling text To create text for auto-fillingConnecting to wireless networks Wi-FiConnectivity Advanced Wi-Fi settings Wi-Fi network statusWi-Fi sleep policy Sharing your phone’s mobile data connectionBluetooth wireless technology To share your phone’s data connection using a USB cableTo 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 Scanning barcodes with the NeoReader application PC CompanionMedia Go About scanning with the NeoReader applicationNeoReader application menu overview To start the NeoReader applicationFrom the Home screen, tap Find and tap NeoReader To scan a barcodeSynchronising data on your phone About synchronising data on your phoneSynchronising with Google To edit the setup of corporate email, calendar and contacts Synchronising your corporate email, calendar and contactsSynchronising with Facebook To set a synchronisation interval for a corporate accountSynchronising using SyncML To set up a Facebook integration account on your phoneTo set up a SyncML account in your phone To remove a Facebook integration account from your phoneTo set a synchronisation interval To remove a SyncML account from your phoneAbout location services Using GPSMaps and locations Google MapsUsing Google Maps to get directions Using the Navigation applicationViewing 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 numberSetting a screen lock SIM card protectionFinding your device To access the Help application Help applicationRecycling your phone 106Phone settings overview Reference107 Status and notification icons overview Status icons108 Application overview Notification icons109 110 Limitations to services and features Important informationImportant information leaflet Legal information

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.