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Note:
You can choose to configure lock settings to
prevent unauthorized use of your phone. For
more information, refer to “Setting up SIM
Card Lock” on page 199.
Creating a New Google Account
You should create a Google™ Account when you
first use your device in order to fully utilize the
functionality. This account provides access to
several device features such as Gmail, Google
Maps, Google Search, and the Android Market
applications. Before you are able to access
Google applications, you must enter your
account information. These applications sync
between your device and your online Google
account.
To create a new Google Account from your phone:
1. From the Home screen, tap (
Market
).
2. Read the introduction and tap
Next
➔
Create
to begin.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to create
a Google Account.
– or –
If this is not the first time you are starting
the phone, tap ➔ (
Gmail
).
Note:
If you already have a Google account, you
only need to sign in.
To create a new Google Account from the Web:
1. From a computer, launch a Web browser
and navigate to
www.google.com
.
2. On the main page, click
Sign-in
➔
Create
an account now
.
3. Follow the on-screen prompts to create
your free account.
4. Look for an email from Google in the email
box you provided, and respond to the email
to confirm and activate your new account.
Signing into Your Google Account
1. Launch an application that requires a
Google account (such as Android Market or
Gmail).
2. Click
Next
➔
Sign in
.
3. Tap the
Username
and
Password
fields and
enter your information.
4. Tap
Sign in
. Your device communicates
with the Google servers to confirm your
information.
5. If prompted, create a new Gmail username
by entering a prefix for your
@gmail.com
email address.