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Sony 12640775, ST21a2, ST21i2, 1264-0772 manual Important information

ST21i2, 1264-0772, ST21a2, 12640775 specifications

The Sony ST21a2, also known as the Sony Xperia Tipo, is a compact and user-friendly smartphone designed to cater to the needs of users seeking an accessible Android experience. With its sleek design and modest specifications, the Xperia Tipo emphasizes simplicity without compromising essential features.

One of the defining characteristics of the Xperia Tipo is its lightweight and ergonomic body, making it comfortable to hold and use for extended periods. The device boasts a 3.2-inch display with a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, providing decent visual quality for browsing and media playback. The screen is designed to enhance user interaction, making navigation through the Android interface smooth and straightforward.

The Xperia Tipo runs on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, which offers a range of functionalities that make everyday tasks more manageable. Users can access the Google Play Store, allowing them to download a vast array of applications to further customize their experience. The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 processor, which, while not the latest in technology, provides sufficient performance for routine tasks such as calling, texting, and using social media.

Another notable feature of the Xperia Tipo is its 3.2-megapixel rear camera, which allows users to take basic photos and videos. The camera includes features such as geo-tagging and a simple interface, making it suitable for casual photography. Unfortunately, it lacks a front-facing camera, limiting its capability for video calls.

Connectivity options for the Xperia Tipo include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and 3G support, ensuring that users can stay connected whether at home or on the go. The device also includes a 1500mAh battery, providing adequate longevity for daily use without the need for frequent recharging.

In terms of storage, the Xperia Tipo comes with 2.5GB of internal memory, expandable via microSD, allowing users to store additional apps, photos, and media files easily. The phone’s compact size, alongside its modest features, makes it an excellent choice for first-time smartphone users or those looking for a reliable secondary device.

In summary, the Sony ST21a2, or Xperia Tipo, is characterized by its compact design, user-friendly interface, and essential features. While it may not compete with more advanced smartphones in terms of specifications, it provides a solid foundation for users seeking simplicity and functionality in their mobile experience.

Contents

User guide Contents Sharing your contacts Backing up contacts Calendar Alarm clockWi-Fi NeoReader application menu overview Transferring and handling content using a USB cable Using TrackID technology resultsNaming your phone Pairing with another Bluetooth device Working with albums Working with photos in Gallery Troubleshooting 116 Notification icons 112 Important information Android what and why? Applications To remove the battery AssemblyTo remove the battery cover Getting started To remove the memory card To insert the SIM cardsTo remove SIM card Setup guide Turning the phone on and offScreen lock Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync account Accounts and servicesGoogle account Facebook account Getting to know your phone Phone overview Using the keys BatteryCharging the battery To check the battery level Battery LED statusImproving battery performance To charge the phone Using the touchscreen Zooming To zoom with two fingers ScrollingTo zoom To scroll To flick Home screenSensors To go to the Home screen Timescape Share widget WidgetsTimescape Friends widget Rearranging your Home screen Accessing and using applications Changing the background of your Home screenApplication screen Opening and closing applications Recently used applications windowApplication menu Status and notifications Rearranging your Application screen To open the Notification panel To open the phone settings menu from the Notification panelChecking notifications and ongoing activities To dismiss a notification from the Notification panel Typing text Phone settings menuUsing the on-screen keyboard On-screen keyboard Application bar To change the Gesture input settings Using the Gesture input function to write wordsUsing the Phonepad To enter text using the Gesture input function Keyboard and Phonepad settings Switching between SIM cards Text input settingsUsing multiple SIM cards Customizing your phone Setting the phone to switch between SIM cards automatically Adjusting the volumeTime and date Ringtone settings Screen settings Flight modePhone language Memory card Using a headset with your phoneMemory Formatting the memory card To view the current Access Point Name APN Internet and messaging settingsTo download Internet and messaging settings To configure APN settings manually Controlling data usage Mobile network settings Selecting networks for data traffic Turning off data traffic Data roaming Calling Emergency callsCall handling Voicemail Recent calls Multiple calls Conference calls Rejecting a call with a message Call settingsBarring calls Forwarding calls Fixed Dialing Numbers To enable or disable fixed dialingTo access the list of accepted call recipients To show or hide your phone number Contacts Transferring contacts using a PCUsing the PC Companion program to transfer contacts Transferring contacts to your new phone To import contacts from a SIM card To receive contact data sent using Bluetooth technologyTo receive contacts sent using a messaging service To import contacts from a memory card To view your contacts Contacts screen overviewManaging your contacts To add a contact Avoiding duplicate entries in the Contacts application Groups Backing up contacts Communicating with your contactsSharing your contacts Favorites To export all contacts to a memory card To export contacts to a SIM card To create and send a message Using text and multimedia messagingMessaging To read a received message Text and multimedia message options To view messages saved on the SIM card Mail Using e-mailTo set up an email account in your phone To create and send an email message To view an email message attachment To receive email messagesTo read your email messages To save a senders email address to your contacts To search for emails To forward an email messageTo delete an email message To mark a read email as unread Using email accounts Gmail and other Google services To set up a Google account in your phone To open the Gmail application Google Talk To start Google TalkTo reply to an instant message with Talk Clearing your application data Getting started with Google PlayDownloading from Google Play Before you download applications Permissions Installing applications not from Google PlayTo delete an installed application To clear all cache for an application Downloading from the PlayNow service PlayNow serviceBefore you download content To start PlayNow Alarm clock Getting organizedCalendar To activate an existing alarm To edit an existing alarmTo deactivate an alarm To delete an alarm To activate the vibrate function for an alarm To set alarms to sound when the phone is in silent modeTo snooze an alarm when it sounds To start the NeoReader application Scanning with the NeoReader applicationNeoReader application menu overview To scan a barcode Synchronizing data on your phone Synchronizing with GoogleSynchronizing your corporate email, calendar and contacts Synchronizing with Facebook inside your Xperia phone To set a synchronization interval for a corporate accountTo remove a corporate account from your phone To set up a SyncML account in your phone Synchronizing using SyncMLTo set up a Facebook inside Xperia account on your phone To remove a Facebook inside Xperia account from your phone To set a synchronization interval To remove a SyncML account from your phone Connecting to wireless networks Wi-FiBefore using Wi-Fi Wi-Fi sleep policy Advanced Wi-Fi settingsWi-Fi network status Sharing your phone’s mobile data connection To share your phone’s data connection using a USB cable To rename or secure your portable hotspot Navigating web pages Web browserBrowsing the web Search and address bar Managing bookmarks To edit a bookmark To bookmark a webTo open a bookmark To add a bookmarked webpage to your Home screen Managing text and images Multiple windows Browser settings Downloading from the webAuto-fitting web pages Auto-filling text Plugin settingsTo enable plug-ins on demand To create text for auto-filling Music Using the music playerTo play audio content Copying media files to your memory card To fast forward and rewind music To adjust the audio volumeTo change tracks To improve the sound with the equalizer Discovering related audio content Music player widgetPlaying music in random order Playlists To delete a playlist Identifying music using TrackID technology Using TrackID technology results To delete a track from the track history Moving between radio channels Using the FM radioFM radio overview To start the FM radio Identifying radio tracks using TrackID Using your favorite radio channelsSwitching between the speaker and the handsfree Making a new search for radio channels To open the camera Taking photos and recording videosCamera controls overview To take a photo by tapping the on-screen button Using still camera settings Still camera settings overview ScenesAdding the geographical position to your photos Metering Self-timerExposure value White balance Capturing method Tips on using the cameraUsing the video camera To record a video by tapping the screen Using video camera settings Video camera settings overview Scenes Self timer MicrophoneShutter sound To open Gallery and view your albums Viewing photos and videos in GalleryWorking with albums To open an album in Gallery To view photos and videos in Gallery Working with batches of content in GalleryTo view photos from online services in Gallery To work with batches of photos or videos in Gallery Working with photos in Gallery Viewing your photos on a map Working with videos To share a video To adjust the volume of a videoTo fast forward and rewind a video To delete a video Naming your phone Bluetooth wireless technologyPairing with another Bluetooth device To give your phone a name To connect your phone to another Bluetooth device Sending and receiving items using Bluetooth technologyTo pair your phone with another Bluetooth device To unpair a Bluetooth device To receive items using Bluetooth To view files you have received using Bluetooth Connecting your phone to a computer Transferring and handling content using a USB cableTransferring files using Media transfer mode via Wi-Fi PC Companion Media Go To transfer content using the Media Go application 101 Google Maps Using location services to find your positionUsing GPS Getting the best performance Using Google Maps to get directions Using the Navigation applicationViewing your friends’ locations with Google Latitude Locking and protecting your phone Imei numberSIM card protection Setting a screen lock To create a screen lock password To disable the screen unlock password106 Updating your phone wirelessly Updating your phone using a USB cable connectionUpdating your phone To download the PC Companion application from your phone To download software updates using a USB cable connectionTo update your phone using an Apple Mac computer 108 Phone settings overview 109 110 Status and notification icons overview Status icons111 Notification icons 112 Application overview 113 114 To access the Help application User support115 Troubleshooting Emergency calls only Error messagesNo network coverage SIM card locked Recycling your phone 118 Legal information Sony ST21i2/ST21a2119 Index 120 121 102 122 SOS See emergency numbers 123