Sony ST21a2 Using TrackID technology results, Working with albums Working with photos in Gallery

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Identifying music using TrackID technology

81

Using TrackID™ technology results

81

Using the FM radio

83

FM radio overview

83

Moving between radio channels

83

Using your favorite radio channels

84

Making a new search for radio channels

84

Switching between the speaker and the handsfree

84

Identifying radio tracks using TrackID™

84

Taking photos and recording videos

85

Camera controls overview

85

Adding the geographical position to your photos

86

Using still camera settings

86

Tips on using the camera

88

Using the video camera

88

Viewing photos and videos in Gallery

91

Working with albums

91

Working with photos in Gallery

93

Bluetooth™ wireless technology

96

Naming your phone

96

Pairing with another Bluetooth™ device

96

Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth™ technology

97

Connecting your phone to a computer

99

Transferring and handling content using a USB cable

99

Transferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi®

99

PC Companion

100

Media Go™

100

Using location services to find your position

102

Using GPS

102

Google Maps™

102

Using Google Maps™ to get directions

103

Locking and protecting your phone

104

IMEI number

104

SIM card protection

104

Setting a screen lock

105

Updating your phone

107

Updating your phone wirelessly

107

Updating your phone using a USB cable connection

107

Phone settings overview

109

Status and notification icons overview

111

Status icons

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Contents User guide Contents Calendar Alarm clock Wi-FiSharing your contacts Backing up contacts NeoReader application menu overviewUsing TrackID technology results Naming your phone Pairing with another Bluetooth deviceTransferring and handling content using a USB cable Working with albums Working with photos in GalleryTroubleshooting 116 Notification icons 112Important information Android what and why? ApplicationsAssembly To remove the battery coverTo remove the battery Getting startedTo insert the SIM cards To remove the memory cardTo remove SIM card Turning the phone on and off Setup guideScreen lock Accounts and services Google accountMicrosoft Exchange ActiveSync account Facebook accountGetting to know your phone Phone overviewBattery Using the keysCharging the battery Battery LED status Improving battery performanceTo check the battery level To charge the phoneUsing the touchscreen ZoomingScrolling To zoomTo zoom with two fingers To scrollHome screen SensorsTo flick To go to the Home screenWidgets Timescape Friends widgetTimescape Share widget Rearranging your Home screenChanging the background of your Home screen Accessing and using applicationsApplication screen Recently used applications window Opening and closing applicationsApplication menu Status and notifications Rearranging your Application screenTo open the phone settings menu from the Notification panel Checking notifications and ongoing activitiesTo open the Notification panel To dismiss a notification from the Notification panelPhone settings menu Using the on-screen keyboardTyping text On-screen keyboardApplication bar Using the Gesture input function to write words Using the PhonepadTo change the Gesture input settings To enter text using the Gesture input functionKeyboard and Phonepad settings Text input settings Using multiple SIM cardsSwitching between SIM cards Customizing your phoneAdjusting the volume Setting the phone to switch between SIM cards automaticallyTime and date Ringtone settings Flight mode Screen settingsPhone language Using a headset with your phone MemoryMemory card Formatting the memory cardInternet and messaging settings To download Internet and messaging settingsTo view the current Access Point Name APN To configure APN settings manuallyControlling data usage Mobile network settings Selecting networks for data trafficTurning off data traffic Data roamingEmergency 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 Using the PC Companion program to transfer contactsContacts Transferring contacts to your new phoneTo receive contact data sent using Bluetooth technology To receive contacts sent using a messaging serviceTo import contacts from a SIM card To import contacts from a memory cardContacts screen overview Managing your contactsTo view your contacts To add a contactAvoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application GroupsCommunicating with your contacts Sharing your contactsBacking up contacts FavoritesTo export all contacts to a memory card To export contacts to a SIM cardUsing text and multimedia messaging MessagingTo create and send a message To read a received messageText and multimedia message options To view messages saved on the SIM card Using e-mail To set up an email account in your phoneMail To create and send an email messageTo 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 search for emails To mark a read email as unreadUsing email accounts Gmail and other Google servicesTo set up a Google account in your phone To open the Gmail applicationTo start Google Talk Google TalkTo reply to an instant message with Talk Getting started with Google Play Downloading from Google PlayClearing your application data Before you download applicationsInstalling applications not from Google Play To delete an installed applicationPermissions To clear all cache for an applicationPlayNow service Before you download contentDownloading from the PlayNow service To start PlayNowGetting organized Alarm clockCalendar To edit an existing alarm To deactivate an alarmTo activate an existing alarm To delete an alarmTo set alarms to sound when the phone is in silent mode To activate the vibrate function for an alarmTo snooze an alarm when it sounds Scanning with the NeoReader application NeoReader application menu overviewTo start the NeoReader application To scan a barcodeSynchronizing with Google Synchronizing data on your phoneSynchronizing your corporate email, calendar and contacts To set a synchronization interval for a corporate account Synchronizing with Facebook inside your Xperia phoneTo remove a corporate account from your phone Synchronizing using SyncML To set up a Facebook inside Xperia account on your phoneTo set up a SyncML account in your phone To remove a Facebook inside Xperia account from your phoneTo set a synchronization interval To remove a SyncML account from your phoneWi-Fi Connecting to wireless networksBefore using Wi-Fi 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 To rename or secure your portable hotspotWeb browser Browsing the webNavigating web pages Search and address barManaging bookmarks To bookmark a web To open a bookmarkTo edit a bookmark To add a bookmarked webpage to your Home screenManaging 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-fillingUsing the music player To play audio contentMusic Copying media files to your memory cardTo adjust the audio volume To change tracksTo fast forward and rewind music To improve the sound with the equalizerMusic player widget Discovering related audio contentPlaying music in random order Playlists To delete a playlist Identifying music using TrackID technology Using TrackID technology resultsTo delete a track from the track history Using the FM radio FM radio overviewMoving between radio channels To start the FM radioUsing your favorite radio channels Switching between the speaker and the handsfreeIdentifying radio tracks using TrackID Making a new search for radio channelsTaking photos and recording videos Camera controls overviewTo open the camera To take a photo by tapping the on-screen buttonStill camera settings overview Scenes Using still camera settingsAdding the geographical position to your photos Self-timer Exposure valueMetering White balanceTips on using the camera Using the video cameraCapturing method To record a video by tapping the screenUsing video camera settings Video camera settings overview ScenesMicrophone Self timerShutter sound Viewing photos and videos in Gallery Working with albumsTo open Gallery and view your albums To open an album in GalleryWorking with batches of content in Gallery To view photos from online services in GalleryTo view photos and videos in Gallery To work with batches of photos or videos in GalleryWorking with photos in Gallery Viewing your photos on a map Working with videosTo adjust the volume of a video To fast forward and rewind a videoTo share a video To delete a videoBluetooth wireless technology Pairing with another Bluetooth deviceNaming your phone To give your phone a nameSending and receiving items using Bluetooth technology To pair your phone with another Bluetooth deviceTo connect your phone to another Bluetooth device To unpair a Bluetooth deviceTo receive items using Bluetooth To view files you have received using BluetoothTransferring and handling content using a USB cable Connecting your phone to a computerTransferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi PC Companion Media GoTo transfer content using the Media Go application 101Using location services to find your position Using GPSGoogle Maps Getting the best performanceUsing the Navigation application Using Google Maps to get directionsViewing your friends’ locations with Google Latitude Imei number Locking and protecting your phoneSIM card protection Setting a screen lock To disable the screen unlock password To create a screen lock password106 Updating your phone using a USB cable connection Updating your phone wirelesslyUpdating your phone To download software updates using a USB cable connection To update your phone using an Apple Mac computerTo download the PC Companion application from your phone 108Phone settings overview 109110 Status icons Status and notification icons overview111 Notification icons 112Application overview 113114 User support To access the Help application115 Troubleshooting Error messages No network coverageEmergency calls only SIM card lockedRecycling your phone 118Sony ST21i2/ST21a2 Legal information119 Index 120121 102122 SOS See emergency numbers123
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ST21i2, 1264-0772, ST21a2, 12640775 specifications

The Sony ST21a2, also known as the Sony Xperia Tipo, is a compact and user-friendly smartphone designed to cater to the needs of users seeking an accessible Android experience. With its sleek design and modest specifications, the Xperia Tipo emphasizes simplicity without compromising essential features.

One of the defining characteristics of the Xperia Tipo is its lightweight and ergonomic body, making it comfortable to hold and use for extended periods. The device boasts a 3.2-inch display with a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, providing decent visual quality for browsing and media playback. The screen is designed to enhance user interaction, making navigation through the Android interface smooth and straightforward.

The Xperia Tipo runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, which offers a range of functionalities that make everyday tasks more manageable. Users can access the Google Play Store, allowing them to download a vast array of applications to further customize their experience. The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 processor, which, while not the latest in technology, provides sufficient performance for routine tasks such as calling, texting, and using social media.

Another notable feature of the Xperia Tipo is its 3.2-megapixel rear camera, which allows users to take basic photos and videos. The camera includes features such as geo-tagging and a simple interface, making it suitable for casual photography. Unfortunately, it lacks a front-facing camera, limiting its capability for video calls.

Connectivity options for the Xperia Tipo include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 3G support, ensuring that users can stay connected whether at home or on the go. The device also includes a 1500mAh battery, providing adequate longevity for daily use without the need for frequent recharging.

In terms of storage, the Xperia Tipo comes with 2.5GB of internal memory, expandable via microSD, allowing users to store additional apps, photos, and media files easily. The phone’s compact size, alongside its modest features, makes it an excellent choice for first-time smartphone users or those looking for a reliable secondary device.

In summary, the Sony ST21a2, or Xperia Tipo, is characterized by its compact design, user-friendly interface, and essential features. While it may not compete with more advanced smartphones in terms of specifications, it provides a solid foundation for users seeking simplicity and functionality in their mobile experience.
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