Downloading applications

Downloading applications from Google Play™

Google Play™ is the official online Google store for downloading applications, games, music, movies and books. It includes both free and paid applications. Before you start downloading from Google Play™, make sure that you have a working

Internet connection, preferably over Wi-Fi®to limit data traffic charges.

To use Google Play™, you need to have a Google™ account. Google Play™ may not be available in all countries or regions.

To download an application from Google Play™

1From the Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Play Store.

3Find an item you wish to download by browsing categories, or by using the search function.

4Tap the item to view its details, and follow the instructions to complete the installation.

Some applications may need to access data, settings and various functions on your device in order to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications that you trust.

You can view the permissions granted to a downloaded application by tapping the application under Settings > Apps.

Downloading applications from other sources

When your device is set to allow downloads from sources other than Google Play™, you can download applications directly from other websites by following the relevant download instructions.

Installing applications of unknown or unreliable origin can damage your device. Only download applications from reliable sources. Contact the application provider if you have any questions or concerns.

To allow the download of applications from other sources

1From your Home screen, tap .

2Find and tap Settings > Security.

3Mark the Unknown sources checkbox.

4Tap OK.

Some applications may need to access data, settings and various functions on your device in order to work properly. Only install and give permissions to applications you trust.

You can view the permissions granted to a downloaded application by tapping the application under Settings > Apps.

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