Samsung Galaxy S4 User Manual

65 WatchON 
  
  
 
 
 
 
  
  
WatchON
 
WatchON turns your device into 
a remote control. Not only can 
you control your T V, set-top box, 
DVR and other devices from your 
device, but it will recommend 
great shows and movies based 
on your preferences and past 
viewing behavior. 
You can search, discover, 
explore, and access what is on 
live T V, and on-demand movies 
and T V shows across multiple 
video-on-demand providers. 
Note : Before initiating use, verify you have an active 
Internet...

 
      
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
Settings 
Con�gure your device’s 
connections and settings, 
add accounts, and customize 
the Home screen, apps, and 
features. 
• Some options are enabled or disabled by 
tapping the ON/OFF button to turn the 
option on  or o� . 
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• For some options, you must tap a �eld, 
such as Email address, to display and set 
options. 
• Some options are enabled or disabled by 
tapping a  checkbox. When enabled, a 
check mark displays. Tap the check...

67 Wi-Fi Settings 
  
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
   
 
 
 
 
   
Wi-Fi Settings
 
Wi-Fi is a term used for certain 
types of Wireless Local Area 
Networks (WLAN) . Wi-Fi 
communication requires access 
to a Wireless Access Point 
(WAP) . 
Turn Wi-Fi On or O� 
Turning Wi-Fi on makes your device able to discover 
and connect to compatible in-range WAPs. 
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
Settin
 gs > CONNECTIONS tab. 
2.	  Tap Wi-Fi, and then t

ap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on 
or o�. 
Scan...

68 Wi-Fi Settings 
  
 
   
 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
 
Wi-Fi Options 
The Wi-Fi settings menu allows you to set up many 
of your device’s advanced Wi-Fi services. 
1.  From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
Settin
 gs > CONNECTIONS tab. 
2.  Tap Wi-Fi, and then t

ap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on. 
3.	  Tap Smart network switch to automatically 
switch between Wi-Fi and mobile networks to 
maintain a stable Internet connection. 
4.  Tap 
Menu for options: 
• Scan: Start another scan for nearby Wi-Fi 
networks. 
• Wi-Fi...

69 Wi-Fi Direct 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Wi-Fi Direct
 
Wi-Fi Direct allows direct 
device-to-device connections via 
Wi-Fi, without having to connect 
to a Wi-Fi network. 
1.  From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
Settin gs > CONNECTIONS tab. 
2.	  Tap Wi-Fi, and then t

ap ON/OFF to turn Wi-Fi on. 
Wi-Fi must be on to con�gure settings. 
3.  Tap 
Menu >  Wi-Fi Direct. Your device 
automatically scans for nearby Wi-Fi Direct 
devices or you can tap   SCAN to start scanning. 
4.	 After scanning for de...

70 Bluetooth 
  
 
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
 
Bluetooth
 
Bluetooth is a short-range 
communications technology that 
allows you to connect wirelessly 
to a number of Bluetooth 
devices, such as headsets 
and hands-free car Bluetooth 
systems, and Bluetooth-enabled 
computers, printers, and wireless 
devices. 
Note : The Bluetooth communication range is 
approximately 30 feet. 
Turn Bluetooth On or O� 
1.  From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
Settin gs > CONNECTIONS tab. 
2.	  Tap...

71 Bluetooth 
  
 
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
   
 
  
 
   
 
Pair Bluetooth Devices 
The Bluetooth pairing process allows you to 
establish trusted connections between your device 
and another Bluetooth device. 
Pairing between two Bluetooth devices is a one-time 
process. Once a pairing is created, the devices 
will continue to recognize their partnership and 
exchange information without having to re-enter a 
passcode. 
1.  From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
Settin
 gs > CONNECTIONS tab. 
2.	  Tap Bluetooth

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72 Data Usage 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Data Usage
 
Monitor your mobile data usage. 
Note: Your service provider may account for data 
usage di�erently. 
1.  From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
Setti
 ngs > CONNECTIONS tab. 
2.  Tap Data  us

age  for options: 
• Mobile data: Enable mobile data. You can also 
control mobile data at the Noti�cation Panel. 
• Set mobile data limit: Disable your mobile 
data connection when the speci�ed limit is 
reached. Drag the red limit line...

73 Airplane Mode 
  
 
   
Airplane Mode
 
Airplane mode disconnects your 
device from all networks and 
turns o� connectivity features, 
such as phone calls and Wi-Fi. 
While in airplane mode, you 
can use other features, such as 
playing music, watching videos, 
and other o�ine applications. 
1.  From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
Setti ngs > CONNECTIONS tab. 
2. Tap More netw

orks > Airplane mode. 
3.  Tap ON/OFF to enable or disable the option. 
Note : You can also control...

74 Default Messaging App 
  
 
 
Default Messaging App
 
Your mobile device can be 
equipped with more than 
one application for text and 
multimedia messaging. To select 
a default messaging app: 
1. From a Home screen, tap  Apps > 
Setti ngs > CONNECTIONS tab. 
2.	  Tap More netw

orks > Default messaging app 
to select the app to use for text and multimedia 
messages.  
Settings