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Calling a speed dial number

1.Press HOME, and then tap Phone.

2.On the phone keypad, press and hold the number that is associated with the contact you want to call.

The number 1 on the phone keypad is generally reserved for your voicemail. Press and hold this button to call voicemail and retrieve your voicemail messages.

Adding a contact to speed dial

1.Press HOME, and then tap Phone.

2.Press MENU, and then tap Speed dial > Add new.

3.Enter the name of the contact you want to add. When the name comes up in the list, tap the name.

4.On the Speed dial screen, select the phone number of the contact to use, and the phone keypad assignment. Tap Save.

Calling a phone number in a text message

1.Press HOME, tap Messages, and then tap the message with the phone number.

2.In the message thread, tap the message with the phone number.

3.On the Select link screen, tap the number you want to call.

4.Edit the phone number if needed, and then tap Call.

To call the message sender, in the All messages list, press and hold the message, and then tap Call on the options menu.

For more information about text messages, see the Messages chapter.

Calling a phone number in an email

1.Press HOME, and then tap Mail.

2.Open the email account where the email with the number is located.

3.In the email account’s inbox, tap the email to open it.

4.In the email body, tap the phone number. The phone dialer screen opens with the phone number already entered.

The phone will recognize a number as a phone number if the number has a minimum of 5 digits and have at least one of the following:

Numbers preceded by a “+” in front. For example, +1-987-654-321 or +1987654321.

Numbers enclosed in parenthesis in front. For example, (02)987654321 or (02)987-654-321.

Numbers separated by dashes. For example, (02)-987-654-321 or 0987-654-321.

5.Tap Call.

For more information about email, see the Email chapter.

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HTC Aria manual Calling a speed dial number, Calling a phone number in a text message, Calling a phone number in an email

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.