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Searching your phone and the Web

You can search for information on your phone and on the Web by using the Quick Search Box. Some applications, such as People or Mail, have their own search box, which you can use to search within those applications (the application’s icon is at the left of the search box.)

Setting Web and Quick Search Box options

1.Press HOME > MENU, and then tap Settings.

2.Scroll down the screen, and then tap Search.

3.Tap Google search settings, and then do the following:

Select Show web suggestions if you want to include suggestions from Google when doing a search.

Select Search history to enable personalized search history. You need to sign in to your Google Account to use this feature. The Show web suggestion check box needs to be selected for this option to be enabled.

Press BACK when you are done.

4.Tap Searchable items, and then select the items you want included when doing a search.

Searching the Web and your phone using the Quick Search Box

1.Press HOME > SEARCH.

If you are in an application such as Mail, press the SEARCH button to toggle between doing a search in the application only and searching your phone and the Web.

2.Enter the search item in the Quick Search Box. As you type, matching items on your phone and suggestions from Google web search are shown as a list.

The suggested items that appear will depend on the options that you have selected in the search settings. See “Setting Web and Quick Search Box options” for details.

3.Do one of the following:

If what you’re searching for is in the list of suggestions, tap it in the list. The item opens in the appropriate application.

If what you’re searching for is not in the list, tap to search the Web. The web browser opens, displaying results of a Google search on the Web.

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HTC Aria manual Searching your phone and the Web, Setting Web and Quick Search Box options
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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.
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