Cricket SL101AE - Getting Help

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Getting help
The topics in this section will cover troubleshooting tips and phone specifications.
For assistance
Troubleshooting
Check below for solutions to common problems you may experience.
Problem: The phone freezes or operations are unstable.
Solution: Restart the device. Press and hold the Power key, then tap Restart.
Note: Data that was being edited will be erased when the device is restarted.
Problem: The device starts freezing after installing a new app.
Solution: The newly-installed app may be causing the device to freeze. Uninstall the app in Safe mode. To enable Safe mode:
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Press and hold the Power key, then touch and hold Power off. Read the disclaimer for Safe mode, and then tap OK.
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After turning the phone on in Safe mode, “Safe mode” will appear at the bottom left corner.
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After restarting in Safe mode, your phone can be powered on as usual.
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Before enabling Safe mode, it is recommended that you back up important data.
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To exit Safe mode, restart the device. Press and hold the Power key, then tap Restart. The phone will reboot in normal mode.
Problem: The phone will not make calls, send messages, check email, or connect to the Internet.
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Solution 1: The network signal may be too weak or you may be out of the service area. Return to an area with a strong network signal.
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Solution 2: Restart the device. Press and hold the Power key, then tap Restart.
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Solution 3: Make sure Airplane mode is not active. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings > Network & internet
> Airplane mode and ensure the switch is in the Off position.
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Solution 4: Make sure mobile data is enabled. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps and tap Settings > Network & internet
> Mobile network and ensure the switch is in the On position.
Problem: The battery drains too quickly.
Solution: Making calls or connecting to a mobile network outside of your service area will drain the battery. Certain apps and functions can also
drain the battery.
Tip: You can enable the Battery Manager to help identify which apps are draining the battery. From the Home screen, swipe up to access Apps
and tap Settings > Battery > Battery Manager and slide the switch to the On position.
Problem: An app will not download or install.
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Solution 1: Make sure the device has room for the app. Apps may not be installed with minimal free space on the phone or SD card.
To check free storage space, see “Storage” on page <OV>.
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Solution 2: The app is not supported by your phone. Make sure your software version is up to date and download any updates.
Problem: The phone will not unlock.
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Solution 1: Make sure you entered your pattern/PIN/password correctly.
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Solution 2: Restart the device. Press and hold the Power key, then tap Restart.