Samsung Galaxy S3 User Manual

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Do not store your device in very hot or very cold areas. Use your 
device at temperatures from -20 °C to 50 °C
Your device can explode if left inside a closed vehicle, as the internal 
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temperature can reach up to 80 °C.
Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods of time 
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(on the dashboard of a car, for example).
Store the battery at temperatures from 0 °C to 40 °C.
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Do not store your device with metal objects, such as coins, keys, 
and necklaces
Your device may be scratched or may malfunction.
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If the battery terminals come into contact with metal objects, this may cause 
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a fire.
Do not store your device near magnetic fields
Your device may malfunction or the battery may discharge from exposure to 
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magnetic fields.
Magnetic stripe cards, including credit cards, phone cards, passbooks, and 
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boarding passes, may be damaged by magnetic fields.
Do not use carrying cases or accessories with magnetic closures or allow 
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your device to come into contact with magnetic fields for extended periods 
of time.
Do not store your device near or in heaters, microwaves, hot 
cooking equipment, or high pressure containers
The battery may leak.
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Your device may overheat and cause a fire.
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Do not drop your device or cause impacts to your device
The screen of your device may be damaged.
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If bent or deformed, your device may be damaged or parts may malfunction.
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Do not use your device or applications for a while if the device is 
overheated
Prolonged exposure of your skin to an overheated device may cause low 
temperature burn symptoms, such as red spots and pigmentation.
If your device has a camera flash or light, do not use it close to the 
eyes of people or pets
Using a flash close to the eyes may cause temporary loss of vision or damage to 
the eyes. 
						

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Use caution when exposed to flashing lights
While using your device, leave some lights on in the room and do not hold 
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the screen too close to your eyes.
Seizures or blackouts can occur when you are exposed to flashing lights 
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while watching videos or playing Flash-based games for extended periods. If 
you feel any discomfort, stop using the device immediately.
Reduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries
When you repetitively perform actions, such as pressing keys, drawing 
characters on a touch screen with your fingers, or playing games, you may 
experience occasional discomfort in your hands, neck, shoulders, or other parts 
of your body. When using your device for extended periods, hold the device 
with a relaxed grip, press the keys lightly, and take frequent breaks. If you 
continue to have discomfort during or after such use, stop using the device and 
consult a physician.
Ensure maximum battery and charger life
Avoid charging batteries for more than a week, as overcharging may shorten 
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battery life.
Over time, unused batteries will discharge and must be recharged before 
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use.
Disconnect chargers from power sources when not in use.
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Use batteries only for their intended purposes.
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Use manufacturer-approved batteries, chargers, accessories, and 
supplies
Using generic batteries or chargers may shorten the life of your device or 
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cause the device to malfunction.
Samsung cannot be responsible for the user’s safety when using accessories 
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or supplies that are not approved by Samsung.
Do not bite or suck the device or the battery
Doing so may damage the device or cause an explosion.
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If children use the device, make sure that they use the device properly.
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Do not insert the device or supplied accessories into the eyes, ears, 
or mouth
Doing so may cause suffocation or serious injuries. 
						

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When speaking on the device:
Hold the device upright, as you would with a traditional phone.
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Speak directly into the microphone.
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Do not touch the device’s internal antenna. Doing so may result in reduced 
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call quality or cause the device to emit unintended levels of radio frequency 
(RF) energy.
Protect your hearing and ears when using a headset
Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing 
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damage.
Exposure to loud sounds while driving may distract your 
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attention and cause an accident.
Always turn the volume down before plugging the 
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earphones into an audio source and use only the minimum 
volume setting necessary to hear your conversation or 
music.
In dry environments, static electricity can build up in the 
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headset. Avoid using headsets in dry environments or 
touch a metal object to discharge static electricity before 
connecting a headset to the device.
Use caution when using the device while walking or moving
Always be aware of your surroundings to avoid injury to yourself or others.
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Make sure the headset cable does not become entangled in your arms or on 
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nearby objects.
Do not carry your device in your back pockets or around your waist
You could be injured or damage the device if you fall.
Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device
Any changes or modifications to your device can void your manufacturer’s 
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warranty. If your device needs servicing, take your device to a Samsung 
Service Centre.
Do not disassemble or puncture the battery, as this can cause explosion or 
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fire. 
						

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Do not paint or put stickers on your device
Paint and stickers can clog moving parts and prevent proper operation. If you 
are allergic to paint or metal parts of the device, you may experience itching, 
eczema, or swelling of the skin. When this happens, stop using the device and 
consult your physician.
When cleaning your device:
Wipe your device or charger with a towel or an eraser.
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Clean the battery terminals with a cotton ball or a towel.
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Do not use chemicals or detergents.
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Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken
Broken glass or acrylic could cause injury to your hands and face. Take the 
device to a Samsung Service Centre to have it repaired.
Do not use the device for anything other than its intended use
Avoid disturbing others when using the device in public
Do not allow children to use your device
Your device is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it as they could hurt 
themselves and others, damage the device, or make calls that increase your 
charges.
Install mobile devices and equipment with caution
Ensure that any mobile devices or related equipment installed in your vehicle 
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are securely mounted.
Avoid placing your device and accessories near or in an airbag deployment 
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area. Improperly installed wireless equipment can cause serious injury when 
airbags inflate rapidly.
Allow only qualified personnel to service your device
Allowing unqualified personnel to service your device may result in damage to 
your device and will void your manufacturer’s warranty. 
						

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Handle SIM cards or memory cards with care
Do not remove a card while the device is transferring or accessing 
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information, as this could result in loss of data and/or damage to the card or 
device.
Protect cards from strong shocks, static electricity, and electrical noise from 
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other devices.
Do not touch gold-coloured contacts or terminals with your fingers or metal 
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objects. If dirty, wipe the card with a soft cloth.
Ensure access to emergency services
Emergency calls from your device may not be possible in some areas or 
circumstances. Before travelling in remote or undeveloped areas, plan an 
alternative method of contacting emergency services personnel.
Keep your personal and important data safe
While using your device, be sure to back up important data. Samsung is not 
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responsible for the loss of any data.
When disposing of your device, back up all data and then reset your device 
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to prevent misuse of your personal information.
Carefully read the permissions screen when downloading applications. Be 
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particularly cautious with applications that have access to many functions or 
to a significant amount of your personal information.
Check your accounts regularly for unapproved or suspicious use. If you 
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find any sign of misuse of your personal information, contact your service 
provider to delete or change your account information.
In the event your device is lost or stolen, change the passwords on your 
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accounts to protect your personal information.
Avoid using applications from unknown sources and lock your device with a 
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pattern, password, or PIN.
Do not distribute copyright-protected material
Do not distribute copyright-protected material without the permission of the 
content owners. Doing this may violate copyright laws. The manufacturer is 
not liable for any legal issues caused by the user’s illegal use of copyrighted 
material. 
						

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Correct disposal of this product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates 
that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, 
headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other 
household waste.
To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health 
from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate these items from other types 
of waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of 
material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this 
product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can 
take these items for environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and 
conditions of the purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories 
should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.
This EEE is compliant with RoHS.
Correct disposal of batteries in this product
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries  with separate battery return systems)
This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates 
that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of 
with other household waste. Where marked, the chemical 
symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate that the battery contains mercury, 
cadmium or lead above the reference levels in EC Directive 2006/66. If batteries 
are not properly disposed of, these substances can cause harm to human 
health or the environment.
To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse, please separate 
batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through your local, free 
battery return system. 
						

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Disclaimer
Some content and services accessible through this device belong to third 
parties and are protected by copyright, patent, trademark and/or other 
intellectual property laws. Such content and services are provided solely for 
your personal non-commercial use. You may not use any content or services 
in a manner that has not been authorised by the content owner or service 
provider. Without limiting the foregoing, unless expressly authorised by the 
applicable content owner or service provider, you may not modify, copy, 
republish, upload, post, transmit, translate, sell, create derivative works, exploit, 
or distribute in any manner or medium any content or services displayed 
through this device.
“THIRD PARTY CONTENT AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS.” SAMSUNG 
DOES NOT WARRANT CONTENT OR SERVICES SO PROVIDED, EITHER EXPRESSLY 
OR IMPLIEDLY, FOR ANY PURPOSE. SAMSUNG EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY 
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF 
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SAMSUNG 
DOES NOT GUARANTEE THE ACCURACY, VALIDITY, TIMELINESS, LEGALITY, OR 
COMPLETENESS OF ANY CONTENT OR SERVICE MADE AVAILABLE THROUGH 
THIS DEVICE AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES, INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE, 
SHALL SAMSUNG BE LIABLE, WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT, FOR ANY 
DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, 
ATTORNEY FEES, EXPENSES, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF, OR IN 
CONNECTION WITH, ANY INFORMATION CONTAINED IN, OR AS A RESULT OF 
THE USE OF ANY CONTENT OR SERVICE BY YOU OR ANY THIRD PARTY, EVEN IF 
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.”
Third party services may be terminated or interrupted at any time, and 
Samsung makes no representation or warranty that any content or service will 
remain available for any period of time. Content and services are transmitted 
by third parties by means of networks and transmission facilities over which 
Samsung has no control. Without limiting the generality of this disclaimer, 
Samsung expressly disclaims any responsibility or liability for any interruption 
or suspension of any content or service made available through this device.
Samsung is neither responsible nor liable for customer service related to the 
content and services. Any question or request for service relating to the content 
or services should be made directly to the respective content and service 
providers. 
						

							Index
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alarms 131
AllShare Play  120
Android Beam  138
applications
closing  38
downloading  37
launching  36
multitasking  38
organising  37
uninstalling  37
auto rejection  53
battery
charging  17
inserting  15
Bluetooth  125
calculator  131
calls
barring  54
forwarding  54
making  48
making international 
calls  49
making multiparty calls 
(conference calls)  51
rejecting  49
speed dialling  92
using in-call options  50, 5 1
viewing logs  55
waiting  55
camera
changing camcorder 
settings  76
changing camera 
settings  72
recording videos  74
taking photos  68
connectivity
AllShare Play  120
Bluetooth  125
GPS connections  127
mobile network 
sharing  123
NFC  137
USB connections  114
VPN connections  129
Wi-Fi  116
contacts
copying/moving  93
creating  91
creating groups  93
finding  91
importing/exporting  94
setting speed dial  92
device lock  41
display
brightness  40
font style  40
language  39
settings  145
wallpaper  40
FDN mode  53
Index 
						

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messages
accessing voicemail 61
sending email  63
sending Google Mail  61
sending multimedia  60
sending text  59
viewing email  64
viewing Google Mail  62
viewing logs  55
viewing multimedia  60
viewing text  60
multiparty calls (conference 
calls)  51
music player  84
NFC  137
photos
taking  68
viewing  81
Play Store  110
power saving  19, 148
Samsung Apps  111
S Beam  138
settings  141
silent mode  39
SIM/USIM card
inserting  15
locking  43
sound
call ringtone  39
device volume  39
settings  144
touch tone  39
stopwatch  132
file manager 
135
find my mobile  44
flight mode  22
FM radio  88
gallery  80
Google Latitude  106
Google Mail  61
Google Maps  106
Google Talk  65
home screen
adding panels  34
moving items  33
removing items  33
removing panels  34
using the notifications 
panel  32
using widgets  35
indicator icons  31
Internet  101
key functions  14
maps
getting directions  107
searching for locations  107
searching for places 
nearby  109
sharing locations  106
using the navigation  108
memory card
formatting 21
inserting  20
removing  21 
						

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tethering
via Bluetooth 124
via USB  124
via Wi-Fi  123
text input
copy and paste  47
with Google voice input  45
with Samsung keypad  45
timer  133
touch screen
locking/unlocking  30
using  23
touch tone  39
unpack  11
USB connections
as camera device  115
as media device  115
as wireless modem  124
with Samsung Kies  114
with Windows Media 
Player  114
video player  78
videos
playing  78, 8 3
recording  74
uploading to YouTube  113
VPN connections 129
web browser  101
Wi-Fi  116
world clock  132
YouTube  111