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GT-S8500ISAKSA, GT-S8500BAAMMC, GT-S8500BAAAFR, GT-S8500BAACEL, GT-S8500HKAXXV specifications

The Samsung GT-S8500, known as the Wave, was a significant milestone in Samsung's mobile phone lineup, celebrated for its innovative features and cutting-edge technology. The various models, such as GT-S8500LRAXEV, GT-S8500BAAXXV, GT-S8500PDAXEV, GT-S8500HKAXEV, and GT-S8500ISAXEV, showcased the versatility of this series.

One of the standout features of the Samsung GT-S8500 is its Super AMOLED display. Boasting a resolution of 800x480 pixels, the vibrant screen offers exceptional visibility and bright colors, enhancing the user experience for both multimedia and everyday applications. This technology was advanced for its time, providing deeper contrasts and energy efficiency.

Powered by Samsung's proprietary Bada operating system, the GT-S8500 aimed to create a user-friendly experience comparable to smartphones running on Android or iOS. The Bada OS introduced an intuitive interface with customizable widgets, allowing users to tailor their home screens to suit individual preferences and needs.

In terms of performance, the Samsung GT-S8500 featured a 1 GHz processor, enabling smooth multitasking and robust application performance. The smartphone came with 2 GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD, which catered to users' needs for additional space for apps, music, and photos.

Photography capabilities were also impressive, with a 5-megapixel rear camera featuring autofocus and LED flash, allowing users to capture high-quality images. The camera offered various modes and settings, reflecting the growing emphasis on mobile photography during its release period.

Connectivity options included Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 3G, ensuring that users stayed connected for browsing and social networking. With its lightweight design and ergonomic shape, the GT-S8500 was not only stylish but also comfortable for prolonged use.

Overall, the Samsung GT-S8500 series represented a forward-thinking approach in the mobile market, blending advanced features with design aesthetics. Each model variant shared core characteristics while appealing to a spectrum of user preferences, making the Wave popular among consumers looking for a reliable smartphone experience. Its introduction marked a notable foray into the touchscreen smartphone era for Samsung, shaping the company's future device strategies.

Contents

To install Kies PC Sync GT-S8500 Using this manual Instructional iconsCopyright information About Divx Video About Divx VIDEO-ON-DEMAND Contents Web EntertainmentPersonal information Tools SettingsConnectivity 126 TroubleshootingSafety and usage information 127Unpack Install the SIM or Usim card and batteryAssembling To turn it off Remove the back cover and battery Gold-colored contacts facing downCharge the battery Insert the battery Replace the back coverMultifunction jack ›› Charge with the travel adapterDevice OutletInsert a memory card optional ›› Charge with the PC data cableLift the memory card cover and insert a memory card ›› Format the memory card When inserting the memory card›› Remove the memory card Memory cardTo turn on your device Getting startedTurn your device on and off Get to know your device ›› Device layout›› Keys ›› Idle screen››Indicator icons Icon DefinitionUse the touch screen ›› Shortcuts panelYour device turns off the touch screen when you Lock or unlock the touch screen and keys Access menusTo access your device’s menus Select Edit at the top left of the screen ›› Organize applications in Menu modeMode Bottom line›› Launch multiple applications Launch and manage applications›› Add new main menu screens ›› Use the task managerUse widgets ›› Open the widget toolbar›› Manage web-based widgets Menu mode, select Settings → Menu and widgets → WidgetCustomize your device ›› Add new panels to the idle screen›› Switch to the silent profile ›› Adjust the volume of the key tones›› Adjust the vibration intensity Touch screen ›› Set the current time and date›› Select a wallpaper for the idle screen ›› Set up a sound profile›› Adjust the brightness of the display → Wallpaper›› Lock your device Menu mode, select Settings → Security. Select Phone lock›› Change the order of tabs ›› Lock your SIM or Usim card›› Activate the mobile tracker Select Save → AcceptEnter text Change the text input methodAdding words to the T9 dictionary Enter text using input methodsSelect Predictive text Copy and paste text Access help information ›› Make and answer a call CommunicationCalling Make a callReject a call ›› Use the headset›› Use options during a voice call Call an international numberSwitch to video call Reduction on›› Use options during a video call Select → Switch to headsetTo customize the video call settings, select → Settings ›› View and dial missed callsMake a fake call ›› Use additional featuresSet auto rejection Use Fixed Dialing Number FDN mode Set call divertingSet call barring Log›› View call and message log Set call waiting››View the log manager → Log manager›› Send a text message ›› Set up an MMS profileMessages Network → Connections → YesAdd ›› Send a multimedia messageProfiles Select a connection profile → Set → Conversation view ›› View a text or multimedia messageSelect → Folder view Select → Broadcast messages›› Use message templates Settings›› Listen to voice mail messages Create a text template›› Set up an email account and profile Set up an email account→ Settings → Select an email profileServer ›› Send an email message›› View an email message ComposeServer URL Option FunctionExchange server Use SSL Layer protocol to increase SecuritySocial Hub Menu mode, select Social Hub›› Capture a photo EntertainmentCamera Number Function Change the focus mode You can take To set the photo as your favorites, select To view the photo details, select→ Beauty ›› Capture a photo in Smile shot mode›› Capture a beauty photo → Smile shot›› Capture a series of photos ›› Capture a panoramic photo→ Vintage ›› Customize camera settings›› Capture a vintage photo → to access Automatically adjust contrastAdjust Setting Function Guidelines›› Capture a video To set the video as your favorites, select View the photo or video you captured lastVideo is saved automatically To view video details, select›› Capture a video in slow motion → Slow motionTurn the audio on or off ›› Customize camcorder settingsVideo quality Captured videosSelect a video to play Video player›› Play a video Control playback with the following keys Number Function›› Customize video player settings → Edit tag Media browser›› View a photo ›› Play music Music player›› Add music files to your device ›› Access the album list ›› Create a playlist ›› Customize music player settings→ Settings ›› Add a song to the quick list›› Add a song to the wish list FM radio›› Find information of music ›› Listen to the FM radioFrequencies for stations when the current signal is weak ›› Save a radio station automatically ›› Customize FM radio settings›› Record a song from the FM radio ›› Add a radio station to the favorites listGames Games and more›› Download games and applications ›› Play games or launch applications Controls and options of games or applications may vary›› Find a contact Contacts›› Create a contact Profile ›› Set a favorite number›› Create your namecard ›› Copy contacts Accounts›› Create a group of contacts ›› Create an event → Print via BluetoothCalendar ›› View events›› Create a task ›› Stop an event alarmTask ›› View tasks›› Create a memo MemoVoice recorder ›› View memos›› Play a voice memo Your memo is saved automaticallyInternet ›› Set up an internet profileWeb ›› Browse web pagesNavigate web pages with the following keys Number›› Customize browser settings ›› Bookmark your favorite web pagesID/password RSS update Activating the auto updateAccessed web pages Option Function Internet›› Use the RSS reader Update and read RSS feedsSamsung Apps Add an RSS feed addressSynchronize ›› Set up a synchronization profileSynchronize Enter a name for the profile›› Start synchronization Daily briefingCommunity websites Bluetooth wireless feature BluetoothBluetooth ConnectivityBluetooth → Search ›› Find and pair with other Bluetooth- enabled devices→ Settings → My phones visibility → Always on → Save Application or My files ›› Send data using the Bluetooth wireless feature›› Receive data using the Bluetooth wireless feature Select OK if necessaryFiles ›› Print data using the Bluetooth wireless feature›› Use Remote SIM mode Options and print the dataWi-Fi Wi-Fi›› Activate the Wlan feature ›› Find and connect to a WlanIP address Option Function Name View the name of the profileView the security type TypeAllShare ›› Customize Dlna settings for sharing Media filesAllShare → Settings Player ›› Play your files on another DLNA- enabled deviceAllShare Player via my phone ›› Play others files on your device›› Play files of one device on the other device Mobile AP Mobile APSelect My position to view your location ›› View your locationLocation TV out TV connections TV out mode›› Update the GPS functionality Region Option›› Connect with Samsung Kies Press to return to Idle modePC connections USB → Samsung Kies → SetUSB → Media player → Set ›› Synchronize with Windows Media Player›› Connect as a mass storage device USB → Mass storage → SetUSB → PC Internet → Set ›› Use your device as a wireless modemOpen the folder to view files Multifunction jack on your device to a PC›› Delete an alarm ›› Set a new alarm›› Stop an alarm Tools›› Create a world clock ›› Use the count-down timer→ DST settings ›› Use the stopwatch›› Create a Mini diary CalculatorMini diary ›› View a Mini diary›› Delete or edit my accounts My accounts›› Create a web account ›› Change the auto sync scheduleSelect Push sync My files›› Supported file formats Select the dot next to Push sync›› View a file ›› Print an image Print an image using a USB connectionPrint an image using the Bluetooth wireless feature ›› Set an image as your wallpaperApply effects to images Adjust an image›› Edit an image Transform an imageMake a new video Insert a visual feature›› Edit a video Save or ApplyTrim a segment of a video Add textAdd caption to a video Split a videoApply an effect to a video Import a video Select a video → Effects›› Search for files or data in the device ContentSmart search ›› Search on the Samsung Mobile SiteOffline mode SettingsAccess the Settings menu Menu mode, select SettingsMessage and Email Sound profilesCall Wallpaper Select a background image for the idle screen Display and lightGeneral Time zone Set your home time zone Date and timeVibration ›› Call Menu and widgetsApplications Call that was not connected Preset image Select an image to be shown to the other partyVoice call Video call›› Messages Customize the settings for messaging featuresGeneral settings Keep a copy Set whether or not to save a copy of messagesBroadcast messages Receiving optionsPush messages Sending options Customize other account settings›› Email ›› Calendar Order of display name Set how to display contact names›› Contacts ›› Internet ›› Photo upload settingsMusic player settings Set the music player options. p ›› Media playerMemory ›› Installation settingsSecurity ›› Social network profilesSIM applications ResetAbout phone Troubleshooting Your device displays Service unavailable or Network errorOutgoing calls are not connected Touch screen responds slowly or improperlyCalls are being dropped Incoming calls are not connectedOthers cannot hear you speaking on a call When dialing from contacts, the call is not connectedBattery does not charge properly or the device turns off Audio quality is poorYour device is hot if touched Error messages appear when launching the cameraError messages appear when launching the FM radio Your device freezes or has fatal errors Error messages appear when opening music filesAnother Bluetooth device is not located Protect your hearing Install mobile devices and equipment with cautionKeep your device away from small children and pets Handle and dispose of batteries and chargers with careReduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries Avoid interference with pacemakersTurn off the device in potentially explosive environments Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken Follow all safety warnings and regulationsUse only Samsung-approved accessories Drive safely at all timesHandle your device carefully and sensibly Avoid interference with other electronic devicesEnsure access to emergency services Allow only qualified personnel to service your deviceEnsure maximum battery and charger life Use your device in the normal positionSpecific Absorption Rate SAR certification information Correct disposal of this productDisclaimer Correct disposal of batteries in this productSafety and usage information

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