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HTC DESIRE 526 User Manual

HTC DESIRE 526
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HTC DESIRE 526 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display Size4.7 inches
Resolution540 x 960 pixels
ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 210
CPUQuad-core 1.1 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 304
RAM1.5 GB
Storage8 GB
Expandable StoragemicroSD, up to 32 GB
Rear Camera8 MP
Front Camera2 MP
Battery Capacity2000 mAh
Operating SystemAndroid 5.1 (Lollipop)
Dimensions139.8 x 69.8 x 9.9 mm (5.50 x 2.75 x 0.39 in)
Weight154 g

Summary

Features you'll enjoy

Personalization

Customizing the look and feel of the HTC Desire 526 to suit user preferences.

HTC Sense Home

A dynamic home screen that adapts to user location and usage patterns.

HTC BlinkFeed

A system for delivering personalized news, social updates, and content.

Imaging

Taking photos and videos, including front camera features and photo editing.

Sound

Managing audio settings, connecting to HTC Connect, and Android 5.1 features.

Android 5.1

Overview of key features and improvements in the Android 5.1 Lollipop update.

Unboxing

HTC Desire 526

Familiarizing with the physical parts of the HTC Desire 526 phone before use.

Back cover

Instructions on how to remove and replace the back cover of the HTC Desire 526.

Battery

Procedures for removing and inserting the battery into the HTC Desire 526.

nano UIM card

Guidance on inserting and removing the nano UIM card from the device.

Storage card

Information about using a storage card for photos, videos, music, and apps.

Switching the power on or off

Steps to turn the phone's power on and off, including initial setup.

Phone setup and transfer

Setting up HTC Desire 526 for the first time

Initial configuration steps after turning on the phone for the first time.

Transferring content from an Android phone

Using the HTC Transfer Tool to move data from an old Android phone to the new device.

Ways of transferring content from an iPhone

Methods for transferring data from an iPhone to the HTC Desire 526.

Using Quick Settings

How to quickly access and adjust common device settings via the Quick Settings panel.

Updating your phone's software

Instructions on checking for and installing system software and app updates.

Getting apps from Google Play

Finding and downloading free and paid applications from the Google Play Store.

Your first week with your new phone

Basics

An introduction to the initial usage and basic features of the new phone.

HTC Sense Home widget

Understanding the HTC Sense Home widget and its adaptive functionality.

Lock screen

Protecting personal information by setting a pattern, PIN, or password for screen access.

Notifications

Accessing and viewing notifications for messages, events, and ongoing activities.

Working with text

Selecting, copying, and pasting text within applications for efficient data handling.

Personalizing

Making HTC Desire 526 truly yours

Overview of customization options to personalize the phone's look and sound.

Home wallpaper

Changing the background image for the Home screen using available wallpapers or photos.

Launch bar

Customizing the quick-access app bar at the bottom of the Home screen.

Adding Home screen widgets

Placing widgets on the Home screen for quick access to information and app functions.

Arranging apps

Reorganizing the layout of apps on the Apps screen for better access.

Downloading themes

Finding and downloading pre-made themes to personalize the phone's appearance.

Camera

Camera basics

Introduction to the camera interface and basic controls for taking photos and videos.

Taking a photo

Step-by-step instructions on how to capture still images using the camera.

Recording video

Instructions on how to record videos, including pausing and resuming playback.

Selfies and people shots

Tips and camera options for taking flattering selfies and group photos.

Camera settings

Configuring various camera settings for optimal photo and video capture.

Gallery

Viewing photos and videos in Gallery

Browsing and viewing media files organized by time, album, or location.

Tagging photos and videos

Adding keywords or tags to media files for easier searching and organization.

Searching for photos and videos

Finding media files using tags, locations, or specific dates within the Gallery.

Trimming a video

Editing videos to shorten them or select specific segments.

Photo Editor

Basics

Introduction to the Photo Editor app and its core functionalities.

Adjusting your photos

Using tools to crop, rotate, flip, or straighten photos for desired composition.

Retouching photos of people

Enhancing portraits by applying facial touch-ups and customizing skin smoothing.

Creative effects

Applying artistic effects to photos, such as shapes and blending options.

Face Fusion

Merging a user's face with another person's photo to create a blended facial image.

Phone calls

Making a call with Smart dial

Placing calls quickly using Smart dial by entering numbers or contact names.

Making an emergency call

Procedures for making emergency calls, even without a SIM card or network signal.

Receiving calls

Handling incoming calls, including automatic volume adjustments.

Call History

Reviewing past calls, including missed, dialed, and received numbers.

Blocking a caller

Preventing specific numbers or contacts from reaching the phone by blocking them.

Advanced Calling

Enhancing call quality with High-Definition Voice and Video Calling features.

Messages

Sending a text or multimedia message via Message+

Composing and sending SMS and MMS messages through the Message+ application.

Sending a group message

Composing and sending messages to multiple contacts simultaneously in a group chat.

Replying to a message

Responding to received messages directly within the conversation thread.

Deleting messages and conversations

Removing individual messages or entire conversation threads from the device.

Entertainment

HTC Music

Enjoying music playback and managing the music library using the Music app.

Music playlists

Creating and managing personalized playlists of favorite songs.

Setting a song as a ringtone

Assigning a specific song from the music library as a ringtone for calls or contacts.

HTC Connect

Wirelessly streaming music or video content to compatible devices like speakers and TVs.

Using HTC Connect to share your media

Step-by-step process for streaming media content to connected devices using HTC Connect.

Power and storage management

Battery

Managing the phone's battery life and monitoring its usage.

Checking battery usage

Identifying which apps consume the most battery power and how the battery is used.

Extreme power saving mode

Activating a power-saving mode that limits functions to extend battery life significantly.

Manage your connections

Optimizing battery life by managing wireless connections like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS.

Phone storage

Understanding the different types of storage available on the device for apps and files.

File Manager

Using the File Manager app to browse, organize, and manage files and folders.

Sync, backup, and reset

Online sync

Synchronizing data from social networks, email, and online services with the phone.

Backup

Procedures for backing up important data, settings, and files to prevent data loss.

Backing up your data locally

Manually exporting and backing up contacts and text messages to local storage.

Reset

Procedures for restarting or resetting the phone to resolve issues.

Restarting HTC Desire 526 (Soft reset)

Rebooting the phone to fix minor software glitches or unresponsiveness.

Resetting HTC Desire 526 (Hard reset)

Performing a factory reset to restore the phone to its original state.

People

Your contacts list

Accessing and managing all stored contacts, including those from online accounts.

Adding a new contact

Creating new contact entries with detailed information and assigning them to accounts.

Importing or copying contacts

Transferring contact information from SIM cards, other accounts, or computers.

Merging contact information

Combining duplicate contact entries from various sources into a single contact.

Contact groups

Organizing contacts into groups for efficient messaging and emailing.

Private contacts

Managing contacts that should not be displayed on the lock screen during incoming calls.

Calendar and Email

Viewing the Calendar

Accessing and viewing events, meetings, and appointments in the Calendar app.

Scheduling or editing an event

Creating new events or modifying existing ones in the calendar.

Sharing an event

Sharing calendar events with others via Bluetooth or email attachments.

Accepting or declining a meeting invitation

Responding to meeting invitations by accepting, declining, or tentatively accepting.

Checking your mail

Accessing and managing email accounts through the Mail app.

Sending an email message

Composing and sending emails, including adding attachments and setting priority.

Google Search and apps

Google Now

Getting personalized, up-to-date information like weather and traffic without explicit search.

Google Search

Searching for information on the device and the web using keywords or voice commands.

Searching the Web with your voice

Using Google Voice Search to find information on the web by speaking queries.

Google Chrome

Browsing the internet using the Google Chrome browser.

Google Drive

Storing and accessing files, documents, and media on Google Drive from the device.

Google Maps

Navigating with maps, tracking location, and receiving directions using Google Maps.

Other apps

VZ Navigator

Using VZ Navigator for GPS voice navigation, maps, and traffic information.

HTC Car

Accessing phone functions like music, maps, and calls through the HTC Car interface while driving.

Using voice commands in Car

Controlling HTC Car functions using voice commands for hands-free operation.

Scribble

Creating digital scrapbooks with photos, text, and illustrations using the Scribble app.

Composing a note

Creating new notes, selecting templates, and adding titles and content in Scribble.

Creating a photo blog note

Grouping photos into notes to create visual stories or collages.

Clock

Using the Clock

Utilizing the Clock app for alarms, world time, stopwatch, and timer functions.

Setting an alarm

Creating and configuring alarms, including setting repeat intervals and times.

Setting the date and time manually

Adjusting the device's date, time, and time zone settings manually.

Weather

Checking current weather conditions and forecasts for various locations.

Internet connections

Turning the data connection on or off

Managing the mobile data connection to save battery and data charges.

Managing your data usage

Monitoring and controlling data consumption to stay within allowance limits.

Wi-Fi connection

Connecting the device to wireless networks for internet access.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

Steps for connecting to available Wi-Fi networks, including secured ones.

Connecting to VPN

Establishing a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection for secure access to local networks.

Using HTC Desire 526 as a Wi-Fi hotspot

Sharing the phone's data connection as a Wi-Fi hotspot for other devices.

Wireless sharing

Turning Bluetooth on or off

Enabling or disabling the Bluetooth feature for wireless connectivity.

Connecting a Bluetooth headset

Pairing and connecting a Bluetooth headset for audio and hands-free communication.

Unpairing from a Bluetooth device

Removing a paired Bluetooth device from the phone's list of connections.

Receiving files using Bluetooth

Accepting and saving files sent wirelessly via Bluetooth.

Settings and security

Turning location services on or off

Managing location access for apps, balancing accuracy with battery saving.

Do not disturb mode

Silencing alerts and calls to avoid interruptions while maintaining data connectivity.

Airplane mode

Disabling all wireless radios, including cellular, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth, for travel.

Automatic screen rotation

Enabling or disabling the screen's ability to rotate automatically based on device orientation.

Screen brightness

Adjusting screen brightness manually or automatically for optimal visibility and battery saving.

Changing the display language

Setting the device's language, keyboard layout, and regional formatting.

Pinning the current screen

Locking the display to a single app for security when sharing the phone.

Accessibility features

Overview of features designed to improve ease of use and access for users with disabilities.

Navigating HTC Desire 526 with TalkBack

Using TalkBack for spoken feedback to navigate the phone's interface.

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