Google Talk

Chat with other Google Talk users.

Tip: Talk requires that you have a Google account set up on your phone. For more information, see “Setting Up Your Accounts” on page 40.

From a Home screen, touch Applications

Talk.

Note: If you have already set up your Google account, you are automatically logged in. If you do not have a Google account, you can touch Create to create a new Google account.

Email

Send and receive email using popular email services.

Note: Only some paid “Plus” accounts include POP access to allow this program to connect. If you are not able to sign in with your correct email address and password, you may not have a paid “Plus” account. Please launch the Web browser to access your account.

Configuring Email Accounts

You can configure Email for most accounts in just a few steps.

Configuring the first email account

1.From a Home screen, touch Applications

Email.

2.Touch an email provider, or touch Others.

3.Touch Email address to enter your email address, then touch Password or touch Next to enter your password.

4.For pre-configured email providers, setup will proceed automatically. For other providers, touch a setup option:

Manual setup: Configure the account manually. Touch POP3 or IMAP, then enter the account details.

Next: Connect to the server to set up the account automatically. Follow the prompts to complete set-up, then touch Done.

Tip: For more information on setting up your email contact your service provider.

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Samsung SCH-I500RKAUSC Chat with other Google Talk users, Send and receive email using popular email services

SCH-I500, SCH-I500RKAUSC specifications

The Samsung SCH-I500, also known as the Fascinate, is a notable smartphone that was released as part of Samsung's Galaxy S series. This device, originally launched in 2010, gained attention for its impressive design and advanced features at the time, making it a popular choice among technology enthusiasts and mainstream consumers alike.

One of the main features of the Samsung SCH-I500 is its 4-inch Super AMOLED display. This technology provided vibrant colors and deep blacks, enhancing the overall visual experience for users. The screen resolution of 480x800 pixels ensured that images and text appeared sharp, which was particularly appealing for multimedia consumption and web browsing. Its sleek design, characterized by a glass front and plastic back with rounded edges, made it comfortable to hold and operate.

Under the hood, the SCH-I500 is powered by a 1 GHz Cortex-A8 processor, offering decent performance for multitasking and running applications. It comes with 512 MB of RAM, which, while modest by today’s standards, was quite sufficient for smooth operation of the Android 2.1 (Eclair) operating system it originally shipped with. Samsung later provided updates that allowed users to experience Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), enhancing the functionality and user interface.

The device features a 5-megapixel rear camera, equipped with LED flash, capable of capturing decent photos and video in various lighting conditions. With features like autofocus and digital zoom, it allowed users to document their experiences effectively. Additionally, the SCH-I500 included a front-facing camera, catering to the growing demand for video calling and self-portraits.

On the connectivity front, the Samsung SCH-I500 supports 3G networks and offers Wi-Fi capabilities, enabling users to connect to the internet easily when in range of a Wi-Fi hotspot. Bluetooth support also facilitated file sharing and the use of wireless accessories, such as headphones.

Another characteristic of this device is its storage options, offering 2 GB of onboard storage, expandable via a microSD card slot, which allows users to increase their storage capacity significantly for apps, media files, and documents.

While the Samsung SCH-I500 may seem outdated today, it was a significant step forward in mobile technology at the time of its release, showcasing key features and performance that appealed to a wide range of users. Its combination of a vibrant display, capable camera, and solid performance made it a standout smartphone in its era, contributing to the success of the Galaxy S series in the competitive smartphone market.