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Watching videos on YouTube

YouTube is an online video streaming service that allows you to view videos that have been uploaded by YouTube members.

Press HOME, and then tap > YouTube. YouTube presents the videos grouped into categories, such as Most viewed, Most discussed, Most recent, and Top rated.

You do not need a YouTube account to browse and view videos. However, to use all the features of

YouTube (such as sharing a video), you must create a YouTube account from your computer and sign in to that account from your phone.

You must have an active Wi-Fi or data connection to access YouTube.

Watching videos

1.Press HOME, and then tap > YouTube.

2.On the YouTube screen, scroll through the list of videos, and then tap a video to watch it. The screen automatically switches to landscape view when you play a video.

3.While watching a video, you can:

Tap the screen to display the playback controls. When the playback controls are displayed, you can pause, skip forward or backward, or drag the slider to the point in the video you want to watch.

Press MENU to rank, comment on, share, flag as inappropriate, and interact with the video in other ways.

4.Press BACK to stop playback, and return to the videos list.

Searching for videos

1.Press HOME, and then tap > YouTube.

2.On the YouTube screen, press SEARCH.

3.Enter a search keyword, and then tap .

4.The number of search results appears below the status bar. Scroll through the results and tap a video to watch it.

Clearing the search history

1.Press HOME, and then tap > YouTube.

2.Press MENU and then tap Settings.

3.Tap Clear search history, and then tap OK when prompted.

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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.