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Viewing a PDF

178

Viewing documents, presentations, and spreadsheets

179

Keeping track of your stocks

180

Adding a stock quote or stock market index

180

Changing the stock list order

180

Deleting stock quotes and indices

180

Setting stock information update frequency

181

Manually updating stock information

181

Adding the Stocks widget

181

Listening to the radio

182

Listening to an FM station

182

Adding station names

183

Minimizing or turning off FM Radio

183

Recording your voice

184

Recording your voice

184

Sharing a voice clip

184

Setting a voice clip as a ringtone

184

Renaming a voice clip

184

Finding and installing apps from Android Market

185

Finding and installing an application

185

Creating a Google Checkout account

186

Requesting a refund for an application

186

Opening an installed application

187

Uninstalling an application

187

Getting help

187

Reading news feeds

188

News screen

188

Subscribing to a news channel from a list

188

Subscribing to a news channel by entering a URL

189

Setting update frequency for stories

189

Reading a story

189

Starring a story

189

Adding a keyword

190

Adding the News widget

190

Security

191

Protecting your SIM card with a PIN

191

Restoring a SIM card that has been locked out

191

Protecting your phone with a screen lock

192

Settings

193

Settings on your phone

193

Changing display settings

195

Adjusting the screen brightness manually

195

Adjusting the time before the screen turns off

195

Preventing automatic screen rotation

195

Recalibrating the G-sensor

195

Keeping the screen on while charging the phone

195

Switching animation effects on or off

196

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Aria specifications

The HTC Aria, released in June 2010, was a compact smartphone that marked HTC's entry into the mid-range Android market. Its sleek design and feature set made it an appealing choice for users looking for a balance between functionality and portability.

One of the standout features of the HTC Aria was its 3.2-inch capacitive touchscreen display, which offered a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels. Though not groundbreaking by today’s standards, the screen provided vibrant colors and reasonable responsiveness for its time, enhancing the overall user experience. The Aria’s design was characterized by its lightweight and compact form, making it easy to hold and operate with one hand.

Under the hood, the Aria was powered by a Qualcomm MSM7227 processor running at 600 MHz, paired with 384 MB of RAM. This setup allowed for smooth navigation through Android 2.1 Eclair, the operating system it initially shipped with. HTC's Sense UI overlay provided a visually appealing and user-friendly interface, adding widgets and customizable home screens that enhanced user interaction.

The device featured a 5-megapixel rear camera capable of capturing decent photos, a notable inclusion for a smartphone at its price point. It lacked a front-facing camera, which was not uncommon at the time, but the rear camera did support features like autofocus and LED flash.

In terms of connectivity, the HTC Aria supported 3G, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 2.1, ensuring users could easily access the internet and connect to other devices. The inclusion of GPS further enriched the user experience, allowing for improved navigation and location-based services.

With a modest internal storage of 512 MB, the Aria also supported microSD cards, enabling users to expand their storage capacity significantly. The device came with a 1200 mAh battery, which provided a reasonable battery life, balancing performance and longevity for daily use.

Overall, the HTC Aria served as a bridge for users entering the smartphone world. Its blend of practical features, a customizable interface, and a compact design made it a solid choice for those seeking a user-friendly Android device without the complexity or expense of high-end smartphones.