Display, Location and security, Wallpapers

Display

Change the settings for the display.

•Wallpapers:

--Home screen wallpaper: Select a background image for the idle screen.

--Lock screen wallpaper: Select a background image for the screen lock.

•Font style: Change the font type for the display text. You can download fonts from Android Market by selecting Get fonts online.

•Brightness: Set the brightness of the display.

•White colour density: Adjust the colour density for white tones.

•Black colour density: Adjust the colour density for black tones to enhance the image depth.

•Saturation: Adjust the colour saturation.

•Animation: Set the device to display animation when you switch between windows.

•Screen timeout: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display's backlight.

•Power saving mode: Activate Power saving mode. In Power saving mode, the device saves power by adjusting the white balance and the brightness on the screen.

•TV out: Select a video encoding system of your TV for proper TV connections. ► p.62

•Horizontal calibration: Calibrate the accelerometer to adjust the horizontal axis of the device for better motion recognition.

Location and security

Change the settings for securing your device and the SIM or USIM card, and GPS functionality.

•Use wireless networks: Set to use WLAN and/or mobile networks for finding your location.

•Use GPS satellites: Set to use the GPS satellite for finding your location.

•Set screen lock: Set the unlock security code. When you have set your security code, this option changes to Change screen lock.

--None: Disable the screen lock.

--Pattern: Set an unlock pattern to unlock the screen.

--PIN: Set a PIN (numeric) to unlock the screen.

--Password: Set a password (alphanumeric) to unlock the screen.

•Set up SIM card lock:

--Lock SIM card: Activate or deactivate the PIN lock feature to require the PIN before using the device.

--Change SIM PIN: Change the PIN used to access SIM or USIM data.

•Mobile tracker: Activate or deactivate the mobile tracker feature which helps you locate your device when it is lost or stolen. ► p.21

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GT-P1000CWEKEN, GT-P1000MSATMC, GT-P1000CWFIDE, GT-P1000CWFXEO, GT-P1000CWDO2C specifications

The Samsung GT-P1000 series, which includes the GT-P1000CWANEE and GT-P1000MSANEE models, is a part of Samsung's first-generation Galaxy Tab line, released in 2010. These tablets marked Samsung's entry into the growing market for mobile computing devices, providing users with a portable yet functional alternative to traditional laptops.

At the heart of the GT-P1000 is a vibrant 7-inch display that boasts a resolution of 1024 x 600 pixels. This screen offers a suitable viewing experience for both media consumption and productivity tasks, making it easy to read text and navigate applications. The compact size makes it highly portable, fitting comfortably in most bags and even larger pockets.

Powered by a 1 GHz ARM Cortex-A8 processor, the GT-P1000 delivers a smooth performance for basic multitasking, web browsing, and playing casual games. An integrated GPU enhances visual performance, ensuring that graphics-heavy applications run relatively smoothly given the tablet's generation. With 16GB or 32GB of internal storage, depending on the variant, users can store a considerable amount of apps, videos, and music.

One of the key features of the GT-P1000 series is its Android operating system, initially shipping with Android 2.2 (Froyo) but upgradable to later versions with custom ROMs. This operating system offers a user-friendly interface and access to the vast array of applications available on the Google Play Store.

Connectivity options for both models include Wi-Fi and, in some variants, 3G capabilities. This combination allows for seamless web browsing and online streaming, enhancing the device's utility as a mobile companion. Additionally, Bluetooth functionality is included, facilitating easy pairing with other devices.

The tablets are equipped with a rear-facing 3-megapixel camera and a front-facing VGA camera, allowing users to capture images and engage in video calls. While camera technology has advanced significantly since the release of the GT-P1000, these features were notable at the time, providing users with basic photographic capabilities.

The Samsung GT-P1000 series introduced users to a world of mobile computing with its blend of portability and functionality. Despite its age, it laid the foundation for the evolution of tablets, setting a precedent for larger versions with enhanced specifications in future Galaxy Tab models.