ALCATEL ONETOUCH FLINT User Manual

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Warning! Use only ALCATEL-approved chargers and cables. The use of unapproved accessories could damage your phone.
Attempting to remove the battery could result in injury and will void your warranty. 
Do not attempt to disassemble, damage, alter or remove battery from device.
Extending the battery life
Active applications, screen brightness levels, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi usage, and GPS functionality can drain your battery. You can follow the helpful tips below to conserve your battery power:
•	Reduce the...

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Setting up your phone for the first time
Follow the steps below to set up your phone for the first time or after factory reset:
1.  Tap the language field to select the language you want to use and then tap  .
2.  Tap SKIP to set up Wi-Fi connections later or tap a network. If the network is secured, enter the password and tap CONNECT > NEXT.
3.  Set up Date & time, then touch NEXT. 
4.  Enter your first and last name to allow your phone to personalize some apps, then touch NEXT.
5.  Tap SET SCREEN...

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Waking up your phone
Press the Power key to activate your screen display.
Note: If you have set an unlock pattern, PIN, or password for your phone (see Settings – Lock screen – Screen lock) you’ll need to draw the pattern or enter the PIN/password to unlock your screen.
Getting around
Touch control
Your phone’s touch screen lets you control actions through a variety of touch gestures.
•	Tap: Tap the buttons, icons, or applications to select items or to open applications.
•	Press and hold: To open the...

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Getting to know your phone
Camera lensProximity and light sensor
Status and notification bar
Headset port
Indicator light
Earpiece
Home key
Touch 
screen
Back  key
Recent apps key 

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Camera
Camera Flash/Flashlight
Power keyVolume  keys
Charging/data port 

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Key functions
KeyFunction
Recent apps keyTap to see recently used applications.
Home keyFrom any application or screen, touch to return to the Home screen.Touch and hold to pop up Google search icon. Slide your finger to the icon to open Google search.
Back keyTouch to go back to the previous screen, or to close a dialog box, options menu, the notification panel, etc.
Note: The Home key is visible when the screen lights up, the back key and Recent apps key will be visible for a fer seconds after you...

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Volume KeysPress the Volume Key to increase or decrease the volume.Press the Volume key to take photo. Press the Volume key to adjust the ringtone volume or mutes the rington of an in coming call.Press Volume key to adjust the media volume in Music/Video/Streaming mode.
Customize your Home screen by adding application shortcuts, 
widgets, folders, and using wallpapers. 
Status and notification bar
Widget
Shortcuts
Favorite shortcuts 

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Extended home screen
In addition to the main home screen, your phone has one extended home screens to provide more space for adding icons, widgets, and more. Simply swipe your finger to the left or right to see the extended home screen panels. 
Choosing your wallpaper
1.  Press and hold an empty place on the home screen and tap WALLPAPERS.
2.  Tap a wallpaper and tap Set wallpaper. You can also tap Pick image to select additional options.
Adding items to your home screen
•	To add an app to your home...

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Removing items from your home screen
1.  Press and hold the item you want to delete until  Remove appears on the screen.
2.  Drag the item to  Remove and release your finger when the item turns red.
Viewing your apps
From the home screen, tap  to access all the applications on the phone. You can add apps to your home screen and uninstall or disable them.
Uninstall or Disable an application
1.  From the home screen, tap  .
2.  Press and hold an application.
3.  To uninstall an app, drag it to...

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Status icons
GPRS connectedAlarm is set
GPRS in useBluetooth is on
EDGE connectedConnected to a Bluetooth device
EDGE in useSpeakerphone is on
4G connectedPhone microphone is mute
4G in useRoaming
HSPA (3G+) connectedNo SIM card installed
HSPA (3G+) in useVibrate mode
LTE connectedBattery is very low
LTE in useBattery is low
Wi-Fi is onBattery is partially drained
Connected to a Wi-Fi networkBattery is full
Airplane modeBattery is charging
Signal strengthGPS is on
No signal