Samsung GT-S5312BKASER, GT-S5312RWABGL manual Upgrading with Samsung Kies, Upgrading over the air

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Basics

Upgrading with Samsung Kies

Launch Samsung Kies and connect the device to the computer. Samsung Kies automatically recognises the device and shows available updates in a dialogue box, if any. Click the Update button in the dialogue box to start upgrading. Refer to the Samsung Kies help for details on how to upgrade.

Do not turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable while the device is

upgrading.

While upgrading the device, do not connect other media devices to the computer. Doing so may interfere with the update process.

Upgrading over the air

The device can be directly upgraded to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA) service.

On the Applications screen, tap Settings About device Software update Update.

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Contents GT-S5312 About this manual About this manual Instructional icons CopyrightTrademarks Table of Contents Travel & local Device layout Getting startedButtons Package contents Installing the SIM or Usim card and battery Insert the battery Replace the back cover Removing the SIM or Usim card and battery Charging with the charger Charging the batteryChecking the battery charge status Inserting a memory card Reducing the battery consumptionRemoving the memory card →Settings →Storage →Unmount SD card →OKFormatting the memory card Turning the device on and off→ Erase everything Switching to silent mode Adjusting the volumeHolding the device Locking and unlocking the deviceSwitching between networks Switching between networksActivating SIM or Usim cards Basics Indicator iconsIcon Meaning Finger gestures Using the touch screenTapping Double-tapping DraggingPinching FlickingRotating the screen Control motionsShaking Turning overNotifications Rearranging items Home screenRearranging panels Setting wallpaperAdding a new panel Moving a panelApplications screen Using applicationsUninstalling applications Installing applicationsOrganising with folders Sharing applicationsEntering text Using the Samsung keyboardChanging the keyboard type Turning Wi-Fi on and off Connecting to a Wi-Fi networkJoining Wi-Fi networks Entering text by voiceAdding Wi-Fi networks Setting up accountsForgetting Wi-Fi networks Adding accountsConnecting with Windows Media Player Connecting with Samsung KiesTransferring files Setting a pattern Connecting as a media deviceSecuring the device Device MTPSetting a password Setting a PINUpgrading the device Unlocking the deviceUpgrading over the air Upgrading with Samsung KiesPhone CommunicationMaking calls Making an international call Finding contactsDuring a call Receiving calls Ending a call Managing contacts ContactsSearching for contacts Importing and exporting contacts Contact groups Favourite contactsBusiness card Sending messages MessagingViewing incoming messages Listening to a voice messageSetting up email accounts Reading messages Google MailPreview attachment Reply to this message LabelsTalk Messenger Google+ChatON Internet Web & networkViewing webpages Opening a newHistory BookmarksSaved pages LinksPairing with other Bluetooth devices BluetoothSending and receiving data Media Setting a song as ringtoneMusic Player Playing musicCreating playlists CameraPlaying music by mood Camera etiquetteTap →Scene mode Scene modeTaking photos Taking a photoTaking videos Shooting modePanoramic photos Taking a videoZooming in and out Recording modeConfiguring settings for Camera Tap →Edit shortcuts ShortcutsViewing images GalleryZooming in and out Editing images Playing videosDeleting images Use one of the following methods Sharing imagesDeleting videos YouTubeSharing videos Watching videosUploading videos FM RadioListening to the FM radio Adding stations to the favourites list Scanning radio stationsPlay Store Application & media storesGame Hub Samsung AppsPlay Music Play BooksPlay Magazines Memo UtilitiesComposing memos Browsing memosCreating events or tasks PlannerViewing a memo Changing calendar type Syncing with Google CalendarSearching for events Deleting eventsClock QuickofficeReading documents Searching documentsWorld clock AlarmCalculator TimerStopwatch Desk clockRecording voice memos Voice RecorderPlaying voice memos Managing voice memos GoogleSearching the device Search scopeMy Files Voice SearchDownloads Maps Travel & localSearching for locations Getting directions for a destination LocalNavigation About Settings SettingsWi-Fi Setting Wi-Fi sleep policyWi-Fi Direct More settingsFlight mode Data usageBlocking mode Home screen modeMobile networks Tethering and portable hotspotSound SIM card managerDisplay BatteryStorage WallpaperApplication manager Location servicesLock screen Security Set up SIM card lockEncrypt external SD card Language and input DefaultLanguage Google voice typingVoice search Samsung keyboardAdvanced Cloud Backup and resetAdd account Text-to-speech outputMotion AccessibilityDate and time Answering/ending calls Developer optionsText-to-speech output Settings About device Your device displays network or service error messages TroubleshootingYour device freezes or has fatal errors Device beeps and the battery icon is empty Error messages appear when launching the camera Another Bluetooth device is not located English EU /2013. Rev
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GT-S5312RWATRA, GT-S5312MSATRA, GT-S5312BKASER, GT-S5312RWASER, GT-S5312RWAEUR specifications

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Storage capabilities reach up to 4GB of internal memory, expandable via microSD cards, accommodating up to 32GB additional space for photos, music, and apps. This feature ensures flexibility for users needing more storage.

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