3. Select the Portable Wi-Fi hotspot check box to share your data connection.

When Portable Wi-Fi hotspot is selected, you can touch Configure Wi- Fi hotspot to change its network name or secure it.

7.4 Controlling Data Usage

With Data usage, you can set a data usage cycle and the mobile data limit for this period. You will be notified when data usage reaches the set limit. You can also query the data usage within a certain period or by a certain application.

On the Home screen, touch > Settings > Data usage to configure the data usage settings:

Touch Mobile data to turn on or off the mobile data function. The mobile data function must be turned on to configure data control and query data usage.

Select the Set mobile data limit check box. When data traffic reaches the preset limit, your phone's mobile data connection will be disabled.

Touch the scroll arrow beside Data usage cycle, then Change cycle.... After setting the data usage cycle, touch Set.

Drag the red line to set a data usage limit or the orange line to set a warning limit. When data traffic reaches the yellow line, you will be notified; when data traffic reaches the red line, your phone's mobile networks data connection will be disabled.

Scroll the white time axis to view data usage within a certain period.

Touch an application to check its data usage.

7.5 Browser

Your mobile phone comes with an Internet browser pre-installed.

7.5.1 Basic Operations

Touch > Browser to open the home page.

When known or open Wi-Fi networks and mobile data networks are available at the same time, your phone will preferably select a Wi-Fi network for Internet access.

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Huawei Y300 manual Controlling Data Usage, Browser, Basic Operations

Y300 specifications

The Huawei Y300, launched in 2013, is a budget-friendly smartphone that captivated users with its impressive features and solid performance for its price point. Despite being an entry-level device, the Y300 offers a blend of quality, design, and functionality that meets the needs of everyday users.

One of the standout features of the Huawei Y300 is its 4.0-inch IPS LCD display, which provides vibrant colors and good viewing angles. With a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, the screen size is just right for comfortable viewing, whether users are browsing the web, watching videos, or playing games. The device’s compact form factor makes it easy to handle and carry, appealing to users who prefer smaller smartphones.

Under the hood, the Huawei Y300 is powered by a dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 processor clocked at 1.0 GHz, coupled with 512 MB of RAM. While not the most powerful setup by contemporary standards, it adequately supports basic tasks and light multitasking. The device runs on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean with Huawei's Emotion UI on top, providing a user-friendly interface and several customization options.

The Huawei Y300 sports a 5-megapixel rear camera, which is capable of capturing decent photos in well-lit conditions. It also features a VGA front camera for video calls, expanding its functionality as a social networking device. The inclusion of a 4 GB internal storage, which is expandable via microSD card, means users can store their photos, music, and apps without running out of space.

Connectivity options on the Y300 include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS, while it supports 3G networks for fast data access. The 1730 mAh battery is another highlight, delivering a respectable battery life that allows users to enjoy extended usage without frequent recharging.

Overall, the Huawei Y300 manages to pack a punch in the budget smartphone category with its solid construction, reliable performance, and essential features. It appeals mainly to first-time smartphone users or those looking for an affordable, no-frills device. While it may lack the advanced features of more recent smartphones, its value for money and simplicity have cemented its place in the hearts of many users.