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People widget

Put the group of people you contact most right on the Home screen of your phone by adding them as the People widget. Using the People widget, you can instantly place a call, send a message, or view details of a favorite contact with a single tap.

Adding the People widget

Slide your finger left or right on the Home screen to find the People widget. If you do not find the People widget on the Home screen, follow this procedure to add the widget to the Home screen.

1.Press HOME, and then tap > Widget > People.

2.Choose the widget style, and then tap Select.

3.Select the group you want to add as a widget.

4.Drag the widget to a blank space on a Home screen, and then release.

Setting the default communication method

1.Press HOME, and then go to the People widget.

2.Tap a contact on the widget.

3.On the Select default action screen, tap the communication method you want for the contact.

Changing the default communication method

If you want to change the default action for communicating with a contact on the People widget, you must first remove this contact from the group. Add this contact back to the group, and then choose the new communication method.

1.Remove the contact from the group. See “Adding or removing contacts from a group” for details.

2.Add the contact back to the group. See “Adding or removing contacts from a group” for details.

3.Choose the default communication method See “Setting the default communication method” for details.

Getting in touch with a contact

1.Press HOME, and then go to the People widget.

2.Tap a contact (photo not the name) on the widget. The default communication method will be performed.

Tap the name of the contact to open the contact details screen for that contact.

If you have not set a default communication method, the Select default action screen will open. See “Setting the default communication method” in this chapter for details.

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HTC Aria Adding the People widget, Setting the default communication method, Changing the default communication method

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.