Virgin Mobile 601 manual Data Services 4G LTE and 3G Networks, Launch a Web Connection

WEB AND DATA

The following topics address your phone’s data connections, the built-in Web browser, and connections to your computer. Additional data-related features can be found in Accounts and Messaging, Apps and Entertainment, and Tools and Calendar.

DATA SERVICES – 4G LTE AND 3G NETWORKS

You are ready to start enjoying the advantages of data services with Virgin Mobile. The following topics will help you learn the basics of using your data services, including managing your user name, launching a data connection, and navigating the Web with your phone.

When you turn on phone for the first time, it is automatically set up to use 4G LTE (if available in your area) or 3G for data connection.

Important: Certain data services requests may require additional time to process. While your phone is loading the requested service, the touchscreen may appear unresponsive when in fact they are functioning properly. Allow the phone some time to process your data usage request.

Launch a Web Connection

Launching a Web connection is as simple as opening the browser on your phone.

nTouch > . Your data connection starts and you see the home page. You can change the default home page. See Set Browser Options.

nTouch > > Mail or Messages. Open a message with a Web page link and then touch it.

Note: Additional browser options, such as Google Chrome™, may also be available on your phone.

Data Connection Status and Indicators

Your phone displays the current status of your data connection through indicators at the top of the screen. The following symbols are used:

n Your phone is connected to the 4G LTE network. When the arrows are white, your phone is transferring data (for example, when you are opening a Web page). When the arrows are gray , your phone is connected to the network but is not currently transferring data (for example, when you are viewing a Web page that is completely open). In either state, you can receive incoming calls.

n Your phone is connected to the 3G network. When the arrows are white, your phone is

transferring data (for example, when you are opening a Web page). When the arrows are gray , your phone is connected to the network but is not currently transferring data (for example,

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