HTC HD7 manual Adding a new contact, Contact information

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If you signed in to your Windows Live account when you first set up the phone, your contacts from those accounts will appear in the contacts list when you first open People.

Contact information

When you tap a contact on the People hub, the profile screen opens, showing you the person’s contact details. You can call, send text, or send an email to the contact from the profile screen.

Call, send a message, or send an email to that contact in the profile page. Slide your finger left to see what’s new with that contact. You’ll only see updates when you are signed in to your Windows Live and/or Facebook accounts and the person is also your friend in Windows Live and/or Facebook.

Adding a new contact

1.On the Start screen, tap the People tile.

2.In all of the People hub, tap .

3.Select the Account, for example Windows Live. This determines which account the contact will sync with.

4.Enter information by tapping an item.

5.Tap when you’re done.

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Contents Your HTC HD7 Icons used in this guide Contents Messaging KeyboardCalendar Getting connectedUpdate and reset SettingsZune Maps and locationInside the box BasicsYour phone Front panelRight panel Top panelBack panel Removing the back cover Bottom coverReplacing the back cover Inserting the SIM card SIM cardRemoving the SIM card Inserting the battery BatteryRemoving the battery Charging the battery Switching your phone on or offSwitching your phone on Switching your phone offEntering your PIN Using the kickstandFinger gestures Getting started Setting up your phone for the first timeStart screen Rearranging the tiles on the Start screenSleep mode Accessing apps and settingsHubs Changing your lock screen wallpaper Unlocking the screenStatus icons Adjusting the volumeSearching Setting up an accountInteracting with your phone by speaking Searching the WebChanging the theme Changing the ringtoneMaking calls Phone callsMaking an emergency call Receiving calls Using in-call optionsAnswering or rejecting an incoming call Muting the ringing sound without rejecting the callSetting up a conference call Switching between callsPutting a call on hold Turning the speakerphone on or off during a callMuting the microphone during a call Using call historyEnding a call Checking calls in the call historyTurning Flight mode Airplane mode on or off Call servicesClearing the call history list About the People hub PeopleViewing your contacts list and feeds Contact information Adding a new contactMerging contact information Importing contacts from your SIM cardEditing, searching, and deleting Editing a contact’s informationSearching for a contact Your Me tileDeleting a contact People Keyboard Using the onscreen keyboardEntering text Moving the cursorEntering words with predictive text Changing keyboard settingsChanging to the landscape keyboard Enabling other keyboard languagesAbout Messaging MessagingSending a text message Viewing and replying to a message Sending a picture messageDeleting a conversation Managing message conversationsDeleting a message Forwarding a messageAdding a Microsoft Exchange Server account Adding a POP3/IMAP email accountManaging email messages Checking your inboxRefreshing an email account Deleting an email message from the inboxResuming a draft email message Sending an email messageChanging email account settings Setting the priority for an email messageReading and replying to an email message Flagging an emailAbout Calendar CalendarCreating a calendar appointment Sending an invitation Changing calendar viewsDay and Agenda views Month viewViewing, dismissing, or snoozing appointment reminders Viewing, editing or deleting an appointmentViewing the details of an appointment Editing an appointmentShowing or hiding calendars Displaying and synchronizing calendarsChoosing which calendars are synchronized on your phone Stop synchronizing a calendarSetting up your data connection using Connection Setup Adding an access pointGetting connected Data connectionTurning Wi-Fi on and connecting to a wireless network Wi-FiEnabling data roaming Using your phone’s web browser Zooming in or out on a web Switching between browser windowsSelecting a link in a web Opening a new browser tabBookmarking a web Setting browser optionsTurning Bluetooth on BluetoothConnecting a Bluetooth headset or car kit Reconnecting a headset or car kit Disconnecting or unpairing from a Bluetooth deviceDisconnecting a Bluetooth device Unpairing from a Bluetooth deviceCamera basics CameraViewfinder screen ZoomingCapturing a video Taking a photoAfter capturing Camera settingsAbout the Pictures hub PicturesChanging the Pictures hub wallpaper Touching up your photos Viewing photos and videosSending your photos Sending a picture message Sharing your photos on the WebSharing photos on Facebook Uploading a photo to your SkyDriveZune Setting up Zune to sync your computer and phoneSynchronizing your computer and phone Selecting items to sync with your phoneListening to music Music + Videos hubWatching videos Turning on repeat or shuffleListening to the radio Listening to or watching your podcastsMaps and location Turning on location servicesBing Maps Viewing locations in Bing MapsSearching for locations and places Switching to aerial viewClearing the map Viewing search results Getting directionsChecking traffic conditions About the HTC Hub HTC HubOpening HTC Hub Downloading appsWeather Connection SetupCalculator Flashlight ConverterList LoveSound Enhancer Photo EnhancerAdding a stock quote or stock market index Checking your stocksDeleting a stock quote or index Changing the stock list orderMicrosoft Office Mobile More appsWindows Marketplace Using Microsoft Office MobileGames Protecting your SIM card with a PIN SecurityRestoring a SIM card that has been locked out Protecting your phone through the Web Protecting your phone with a passwordSettings on your phone SettingsSystem settings Changing sound settings Changing display settingsChanging the phone language Checking information about your phoneRestarting or factory resetting your phone Update and resetSetting the phone to notify you when an update is available Restarting your phone soft resetPerforming a factory reset via settings Performing a factory reset hard resetPerforming a factory reset using phone buttons Trademarks and copyright Index Index

HD7 specifications

The HTC HD7, launched in November 2010, was one of the first smartphones to run on Microsoft's Windows Phone 7 operating system. This device marked HTC's commitment to Windows-based devices and showcased cutting-edge technology of its time.

One of the standout features of the HTC HD7 was its impressive 4.3-inch Super LCD display. The screen boasted a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, providing vibrant colors and sharp images, making it an excellent choice for media consumption. The large display also enhanced the user experience, particularly when navigating the unique tile-based interface of Windows Phone 7.

Under the hood, the HTC HD7 was powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 processor clocked at 1 GHz, coupled with 576 MB of RAM. While this may seem modest by today’s standards, it offered smooth performance for various applications and multitasking capabilities for its time. The device came with 16 GB of internal storage, which provided ample space for apps, music, and videos, although it lacked expandable storage options through microSD.

In terms of camera technology, the HTC HD7 featured a 5-megapixel rear camera equipped with autofocus and LED flash capabilities. This allowed for decent photography, and users could also capture video in 720p HD. The front-facing camera, however, was notably absent, which was a common limitation in many smartphones of that era.

The device was powered by a 1230 mAh battery, offering decent battery life that varied based on usage patterns. HTC also included its Sense UI on top of the Windows Phone platform, providing customizable live tiles and a level of personalization that enhanced the user experience.

Connectivity options included 3G, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1, and GPS. With these features, users could stay connected and navigate effortlessly.

The HTC HD7 also introduced a variety of multimedia capabilities. It supported a range of audio and video formats, making it suitable for entertainment on the go. With the integration of Xbox Live games and the Zune music service, users could access a wide array of media content.

Overall, the HTC HD7 was a pioneering device that captured the essence of early smartphone technology, combining design, functionality, and multimedia features within a single versatile package. It paved the way for future Windows Phone devices and contributed to HTC's legacy in the smartphone market.