Sony ST21A, ST21i, 1264-0775, 1264-0774 Internet and messaging settings, Controlling data usage

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To use a headset

1Connect the headset to your phone.

2To answer a call, press the call handling key.

3To end the call, press the call handling key.

If a headset is not included with the phone, you may purchase one separately.

If you are listening to music, the music stops when you answer a call and resumes after you end the call.

Internet and messaging settings

To send text and multimedia messages and to access the Internet, you must have a 2G/3G mobile data connection and the correct settings. There are different ways to get these settings:

•For most phone networks and operators, Internet and messaging settings come preinstalled on your phone. You can then start using the Internet and send messages right away.

•In some cases you will get the option to download Internet and messaging settings the first time you turn on your phone. It is also possible to download these settings later from the Settings menu.

•You can manually add and change Internet and network settings in your phone at any time. Contact your network operator for detailed information on your Internet and messaging settings.

To download Internet and messaging settings

1 From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > Xperia™ > Internet settings.

To view the current Access Point Name (APN)

1 From the Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > More… > Mobile networks.

3Tap Access Point Names.

If you have several available connections, the active network connection will be indicated by a marked button to the right.

To configure APN settings manually

1 From the Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > More… > Mobile networks.

3Tap Access Point Names, then press .

4Tap New APN.

5Tap Name and enter the name of the network profile you want to create.

6Tap APN and enter the access point name.

7Enter all other information required by your service provider.

8Press and tap Save .

Contact your service provider for detailed information about your network settings.

To reset the default Internet settings

1 From your Home screen, tap .

2Tap Settings > More… > Mobile networks.

3Tap Access Point Names, then press .

4Tap Reset to default.

Controlling data usage

Keep track of and control the amount of data transferred to and from your phone during a given period. For example, you can set data usage warnings and limits for your phone

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Contents User guide Contents Copying media files to your memory card Calendar Alarm clockWi-Fi NeoReader application menu overviewTransferring and handling content using a USB cable Using the music playerUsing TrackID technology results Naming your phone Pairing with another Bluetooth deviceStatus icons 108 Notification icons Troubleshooting 113Important information Applications Android what and why?Getting started AssemblyTo remove the SIM card To insert the SIM cardTurning the phone on and off Setup guideScreen lock Facebook account Accounts and servicesGoogle account Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync accountPhone overview Getting to know your phoneBattery Using the keysCharging the battery To charge the phone Battery LED statusImproving battery performance To check the battery levelZooming Using the touchscreenTo scroll ScrollingTo zoom To zoom with two fingersTo go to the Home screen Home screenSensors To flickRearranging your Home screen WidgetsTimescape Friends widget Timescape Share widgetChanging the background of your Home screen Accessing and using applicationsApplication screen Recently used applications window Opening and closing applicationsApplication menu Rearranging your Application screen Status and notificationsTo dismiss a notification from the Notification panel To open the phone settings menu from the Notification panelChecking notifications and ongoing activities To open the Notification panelOn-screen keyboard Phone settings menuUsing the on-screen keyboard Typing textApplication bar To enter text using the Gesture input function Using the Gesture input function to write wordsUsing the Phonepad To change the Gesture input settingsKeyboard and Phonepad settings Adjusting the volume Text input settingsCustomizing your phone Time and date Ringtone settingsFlight mode Screen settingsPhone language Formatting the memory card Using a headset with your phoneMemory Memory cardControlling data usage Internet and messaging settingsTurning off data traffic Data roaming Network settingsEmergency calls CallingCall handling Recent calls VoicemailConference calls Multiple callsForwarding calls Call settingsBarring calls Rejecting a call with a messageTo access the list of accepted call recipients To enable or disable fixed dialingFixed Dialing Numbers Transferring contacts to your new phone Transferring contacts using a PCUsing the PC Companion program to transfer contacts ContactsTo import contacts from a memory card To receive contact data sent using Bluetooth technologyTo receive contacts sent using a messaging service To import contacts from a SIM cardTo add a contact Contacts screen overviewManaging your contacts To view your contactsGroups Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts applicationFavorites Communicating with your contactsSharing your contacts Backing up contactsTo export contacts to a SIM card To export all contacts to a memory cardMessaging Using text and multimedia messagingText and multimedia message options To create and send an email message Using e-mailTo set up an email account in your phone MailTo save a senders email address to your contacts To receive email messagesTo read your email messages To view an email message attachmentTo mark a read email as unread To forward an email messageTo delete an email message To search for emailsGmail and other Google services Using email accountsTo open the Gmail application To set up a Google account in your phoneTo start Google Talk Google TalkTo reply to an instant message with Talk Before you download applications Getting started with Google PlayDownloading from Google Play Clearing your application dataTo clear all cache for an application Installing applications not from Google PlayTo delete an installed application PermissionsTo start PlayNow PlayNow serviceBefore you download content Downloading from the PlayNow serviceGetting organized Alarm clockCalendar To delete an alarm To edit an existing alarmTo deactivate an alarm To activate an existing 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 To scan a barcode Scanning with the NeoReader applicationNeoReader application menu overview To start the NeoReader applicationTo synchronize your browser with Google Chrome Synchronizing data on your phoneSynchronizing with Google To synchronize manually with your Google accountTo remove a corporate account from your phone Synchronizing your corporate email, calendar and contactsSynchronizing with Facebook inside your Xperia phone To set a synchronization interval for a corporate accountTo remove a Facebook inside Xperia account from your phone Synchronizing using SyncMLTo set up a Facebook inside Xperia account on your phone To set up a SyncML account in your phoneTo remove a SyncML account from your phone To set a synchronization intervalWi-Fi Connecting to wireless networksBefore using Wi-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 To share your phone’s data connection using a USB cableSearch and address bar Web browserBrowsing the web Navigating web pagesManaging bookmarks To add a bookmarked webpage 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 Plugin settingsTo enable plug-ins on demand Auto-filling textCopying media files to your memory card Using the music playerTo play audio content MusicTo improve the sound with the equalizer To adjust the audio volumeTo change tracks To fast forward and rewind musicMusic player widget Discovering related audio contentPlaying music in random order Playlists To delete a playlist Using TrackID technology results Identifying music using TrackID technologyTo delete a track from the track history To start the FM radio Using the FM radioFM radio overview Moving between radio channelsMaking a new search for radio channels Using your favorite radio channelsSwitching between the speaker and the handsfree Identifying radio tracks using TrackIDTo take a photo by tapping the on-screen button Taking photos and recording videosCamera controls overview To open the cameraStill camera settings overview Scenes Using still camera settingsAdding the geographical position to your photos White balance Self-timerExposure value MeteringTo record a video by tapping the screen Tips on using the cameraUsing the video camera Capturing methodVideo camera settings overview Scenes Using video camera settingsMicrophone Self timerShutter sound To open an album in Gallery Viewing photos and videos in GalleryWorking with albums To open Gallery and view your albumsTo work with batches of photos or videos in Gallery Working with batches of content in GalleryTo view photos from online services in Gallery To view photos and videos in GalleryWorking with photos in Gallery Working with videos Viewing your photos on a mapTo delete a video To adjust the volume of a videoTo fast forward and rewind a video To share a videoTo give your phone a name Bluetooth wireless technologyPairing with another Bluetooth device Naming your phoneTo unpair a Bluetooth device Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth technologyTo pair your phone with another Bluetooth device To connect your phone to another Bluetooth deviceTo view files you have received using Bluetooth To receive items using BluetoothTransferring and handling content using a USB cable Connecting your phone to a computerTransferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi Media Go To connect paired devices wirelessly in Media transfer modeTo remove a pairing with another device PC CompanionTo transfer content using the Media Go application Google Maps Using location services to find your positionUsing GPS To enable GPSUsing 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 password103 Updating your phone using a USB cable connection Updating your phone wirelesslyUpdating your phone 105 To download software updates using a USB cable connectionTo update your phone using an Apple Mac computer To download the PC Companion application from your phone106 Phone settings overview107 108 Status and notification icons overviewStatus icons Notification icons109 110 Application overview111 User support To access the Help application112 Troubleshooting SIM card locked Error messagesNo network coverage Emergency calls only115 Recycling your phoneSony ST21i/ST21a Legal information116 117 IndexMMS 118SOS See emergency numbers 119120
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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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