48 Phone calls

Setting up a conference call

1.Make a call to the first conference call participant.

2.When connected, press MENU, tap Add call, and then dial the number of the second participant. The first participant is put on hold when you dial the second participant.

3.When connected to the second participant, tap (merge).

4.To add another participant to the conference call, tap on the conference call screen, and then dial the number of the contact you want to invite to the conference call.

5.When connected, tap to add the participant to the conference call.

When you want to talk to a person in the conference call in private, tap , and then select Private call on the options menu.

6.When finished, tap End call.

Not all mobile networks support conference calling. Contact your mobile operator for details.

Putting a call on hold

Press MENU and then tap Hold to put the call on hold. When you put a call on hold, the Hold call icon ( ) appears in the status bar. Press MENU, and then tap Unhold to resume the call.

Muting the microphone during a call

On the screen, tap to toggle between turning the microphone on or off. When the microphone is turned off, the Mute icon ( ) appears in the status bar.

Turning the speakerphone on or off during a call

On the screen, tap to toggle between turning the speakerphone on or off. The speakerphone icon ( ) appears in the status bar when the speakerphone is on.

To avoid damage to your hearing, do not hold your phone against your ear when the speakerphone is turned on.

Ending a call

Do one of the following to end the call:

On the screen, tap End call.

If you are using the provided wired headset, press and hold the button to end the call.

If the phone number of the person who called is not in your contacts list, you can choose to save the number to your contacts list after you hang up.

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HTC Aria manual Setting up a conference call, Putting a call on hold, Muting the microphone during a call, Ending a call

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.