Samsung Galaxy J3 Star User Manual

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life. Using other accessories may void your
warranty and may cause damage.
Charge the phone
Before turning on your phone, charge it fully.
Customize your phone
Pinch a home screen to change the look and feel of your device:
USB/Charger port
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troubleshooting FAQs.
• View the latest troubleshooting solutions
in the Support Forums or ask a question
of your own.
Access account information:
1. From a home screen swipe up, and then tap
T-Mobile folder > T-Mobile.
2. Choose from an available category.
Services
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®
customer and your
service is not yet activated, call Customer Care
at 1.800.937.8997 and a T-Mobile Activations
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You need the following information when
activating service:
• Your Service Agreement and the agent
code on your Agreement
• Your name, home address, home phone
number, and billing address
Note: For business and government accounts,
please provide the name of the organization, the
address, and the tax ID.
• Your Social Security number, current
driver’s license number, and date of birth
for credit check purposes
• Your choice of T-Mobile rate plan and
services (see T-Mobile.com for the latest
plan information)
• SIM serial number and IMEI number
(located on the box barcode label)
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customers, you opt-out within 30-days, or for
existing customers, you previously opted-out.
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Camera
Remove the back cover
and battery.
Slide the SIM card into
the SIM card slot.
Slide the microSD card
into the microSD card
slot.
microSD card
sold separately.
Install the battery and
replace the back cover.
Flash
Camera
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Volume
Recents
Back
Home
Power/Lock
Wallpaper Themes Widgets Home screen
settings
Bixby
Set reminders, send
messages, search and
access content on your
phone and Internet.
From a home screen,
swipe right, and follow
the prompts.
Note: For more
information about
Bixby, visit
Samsung.com/us/
support/owners/
app/Bixby.
From a home screen, swipe up, and tap
Settings to customize, connect or turn on
options to personlize your phone:
• Connections
Connect to a Wi-Fi network, Bluetooth device
and other connection options.
• Sounds and vibration
Set device volume and sounds.
• Display
Customize the home screen and display
brightness.
• Lock screen
Select a screen lock type and set security
options.
Welcome
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Samsung Galaxy J3 Star Specifications

General

Display	5.0 inches
Resolution	720 x 1280 pixels
RAM	2 GB
Internal Storage	16 GB
Front Camera	5 MP
Battery	2600 mAh
Operating System	Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Weight	154 g
SIM	Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Processor	Exynos 7570
Expandable Storage	microSD
Rear Camera	8 MP
Colors	Black, Gold

Summary

Special Features

Hi Bixby

Bixby's capabilities and how it responds to voice commands.

Multi Window

Multitask by using two applications simultaneously.

Getting Started and Setup

Device Component Overview

Diagrams and descriptions of the device's front and back components.

Assemble Your Device

Installing SIM, memory card, and battery.

Charge the Battery

Instructions for charging the device's battery.

Account Setup

Setting up Google and Samsung accounts for device functionality.

Using Your Device

Navigation and Gestures

How to interact with the touchscreen using tap, swipe, and drag gestures.

Home Screen Customization

Personalizing home screens with shortcuts, widgets, and themes.

Managing Applications

Accessing, using, uninstalling, and organizing device applications.

Notification Panel

Accessing and managing notifications and quick settings.

Communication Features

Messages and Alerts

Sending, receiving, and managing text messages and emergency alerts.

Phone Calls

Making, receiving, and managing phone calls, including call log and blocking.

Voicemail and Wi-Fi Calling

Using voicemail and making calls over Wi-Fi networks.

Device Settings and Configuration

Connections Management

Managing Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and mobile network connections.

Sound and Display Settings

Configuring device sounds, vibration, ringtones, and display preferences.

Device Maintenance and Optimization

Optimizing performance, managing battery, storage, and memory.

Security and Privacy

Screen Lock and Authentication

Choosing secure screen lock methods and managing passwords.

Device Protection Features

Using Find My Mobile and Secure Folder for device security.

Secure Startup and Encryption

Securing device startup and encrypting SD card data.

Accessibility Features

Vision Assistance

Features to assist with visual aspects like zoom, contrast, and screen color.

Hearing Assistance

Features to assist with audio aspects like hearing aids and subtitles.

Dexterity and Interaction Aids

Features to assist with physical interaction and dexterity.

Help and Legal Information

Legal and Safety Information

Essential legal, warranty, and safety precautions for device use.

Getting Help Resources

Accessing help resources like videos, simulators, and support contacts.