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Samsung GT-I9300 User Manual

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Samsung GT-I9300 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelGT-I9300
Also known asSamsung Galaxy S III
CategoryCell Phone
Announced2012, May
StatusDiscontinued
Dimensions136.6 x 70.6 x 8.6 mm
Weight133 g
SIMMicro-SIM
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 2
OSAndroid 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
ChipsetExynos 4412 Quad
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUMali-400MP4
RAM1 GB
Internal storage16/32/64 GB
Main camera8 MP, f/2.6, autofocus, LED flash
Video1080p@30fps
Front camera1.9 MP
BatteryLi-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
Talk timeUp to 21 h 40 min (2G) / Up to 11 h 40 min (3G)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR, aptX
GPSYes, with A-GPS, GLONASS
NFCYes
RadioStereo FM radio, RDS
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), USB Host
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
DisplaySuper AMOLED
External storagemicroSD, up to 64 GB
Main camera featuresGeo-tagging, touch focus, face detection, HDR
Stand-byUp to 790 h (2G)
ColorsPebble Blue, Marble White, Amber Brown, Garnet Red, Sapphire Black, Titanium Grey

Summary

Using this manual

Read me first

Important introductory notes and disclaimers about the manual.

Instructional icons

Copyright

Trademarks

Assembling

Unpack

Check your product box for the following items: Mobile device, Battery, Quick start guide.

Device layout

Front view

Diagram and labels for the front of the device.

Rear view

Diagram and labels for the rear of the device.

Keys

Insert the SIM or USIM card and the battery

Charge the battery

Charge with a travel adapter

Charge with a USB cable

Reduce the battery consumption

Insert a memory card (optional)

Getting started

Turn on or off your device

How to power the device on and off, including setup.

Use the touch screen

Control your touch screen with the following actions

Tap

Touch once to select or launch a menu, option, or application.

Tap and hold

Tap an item and hold it for more than 2 seconds.

Drag

Tap an item and move it to a new location.

Double-tap

Tap an item twice quickly.

Control your touch screen with the following actions

Flick

Briskly scroll up, down, left, or right to move through lists or screens.

Pinch

Place two fingers far apart, then pinch them together.

Use motions

Pick up

Pick up the device after not using it or when the screen is off.

Hold to ear

Hold the device to your ear to make a voice call.

Tilt

Tilt the device to zoom in or out when viewing images or webpages.

Use motions

Pan to move

Slide the device left or right to move items on the Home screen.

Pan to browse

Slide the device to scroll through an image when zoomed in.

Shake

Shake the device to search for Bluetooth devices or update lists.

Use motions

Double-tap

Double-tap to move to the top of a list of contacts or email messages.

Turn over

Place device face down to mute ringtones or pause media playback.

Hand sweep

Sweep hand across screen to capture a screenshot.

Palm touch

Touch screen with palm to pause media playback or mute FM radio.

Use motions

Rotate

Rotate device to launch the camera when the screen is locked.

Lock or unlock the touch screen and the keys

Get to know the Home screen

Indicator icons

Icons shown on the display and their definitions.

Get to know the Home screen

Use the notifications panel

Accessing and using the panel for device status and options.

Get to know the Home screen

Change the Home screen mode

Switching between basic and easy modes for the Home screen.

Move an item on the Home screen

How to move items on the Home screen using drag and drop.

Get to know the Home screen

Remove an item from the Home screen

Dragging an item to the rubbish bin to remove it.

Customise the quick access panel

Adding or removing application shortcuts.

Add or remove a panel from the Home screen

Organising widgets by adding or removing panels.

Get to know the Home screen

Use widgets

Understanding and adding widgets to the Home screen.

Add a Settings shortcut to the Home screen

Creating shortcuts for frequently-used settings.

Access applications

Access applications

Organise applications

Rearranging, grouping, and uninstalling applications.

Download an application

Downloading new applications from various sources.

Uninstall an application

Removing downloaded applications from the device.

Access recently-used applications

Launch multiple applications

Manage applications

Customise your device

Change the display language

Selecting the preferred language for the device interface.

Turn on or off the touch tones

Enabling or disabling sound feedback for touch actions.

Adjust the device’s volume

Controlling the volume for different sound types.

Change your call ringtone

Setting a custom ringtone for incoming calls.

Switch to Silent mode

Muting or vibrating the device for silent operation.

Customise your device

Select a wallpaper for the Home screen

Choosing and setting background images for the Home screen.

Change the display font

Selecting a font style for the device text.

Adjust the brightness of the display

Manually or automatically adjusting screen brightness.

Customise your device

Adjust the brightness manually

Manually controlling the display brightness level.

Lock your device

Set a face detection unlock

Setting up facial recognition for device unlock.

Lock your device

Set a face and voice recognition unlock

Setting up voice commands for unlocking the device.

Set an unlock pattern

Creating a pattern for unlocking the device.

Set an unlock PIN

Setting a PIN code for device unlock.

Lock your device

Set an unlock password

Setting an alphanumeric password for device unlock.

Lock your SIM or USIM card

Activate the Find my mobile feature

Enter text

Enter text

Enter text with the Google voice input feature

Using voice commands to input text.

Enter text with the Samsung keypad

Using the on-screen keyboard for text input.

Enter text

Enter text

Copy and paste text

How to copy and paste text between applications.

Communication

Calling

Using the device for voice and video calls.

Communication

Calling

Using the device for voice and video calls.

Communication

Calling

Using the device for voice and video calls.

Communication

Calling

Using the device for voice and video calls.

Communication

Calling

Using the device for voice and video calls.

Communication

Set auto rejection

Automatically rejecting calls from specified numbers.

Activate Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode

Activate Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode

Set call diverting

Forwarding incoming calls to another number.

Set call barring

Restricting outgoing or incoming calls by type.

Activate Fixed Dialling Number (FDN) mode

Set call waiting

Alerting to incoming calls while on another call.

View a call or message log

Customise call settings

Customise call settings

Customise call settings

Customise call settings

Messages

Send a text message

Creating and sending SMS messages.

Messages

Send a multimedia message

Creating and sending MMS messages with attachments.

Messages

View a text or multimedia message

Reading and managing received text and multimedia messages.

Google Mail

Google Mail

Send an email message

Composing and sending emails through the Google Mail app.

View an email message

Reading, replying, and managing received emails.

Email

Set up an email account

Configuring personal or company email accounts.

Email

Send an email message

Composing and sending emails through the Email app.

View an email message

Reading and managing emails in the Email app.

Talk

Set your status

Customizing your profile status, image, and message.

Add a contact to your friend list

Adding new contacts to your friend list.

Start a conversation

Initiating instant message conversations.

Talk

Start a conversation

Adding contacts, switching conversations, video/voice chat.

ChatON

Messenger

Google+

Entertainment

Camera

Taking and viewing photos and videos.

Entertainment

Camera

Taking and viewing photos and videos.

Entertainment

Camera

Taking and viewing photos and videos.

Entertainment

Camera

Taking and viewing photos and videos.

Entertainment

Camera

Taking and viewing photos and videos.

Entertainment

Camera

Taking and viewing photos and videos.

Entertainment

Camera

Taking and viewing photos and videos.

Entertainment

Camera

Taking and viewing photos and videos.

Entertainment

Camera

Taking and viewing photos and videos.

Entertainment

Video Player

Learning to use the video player.

Entertainment

Video Player

Learning to use the video player.

Entertainment

Video Player

Learning to use the video player.

Entertainment

Gallery

Viewing images and videos saved on the device.

Entertainment

Gallery

Viewing images and videos saved on the device.

Entertainment

Gallery

Viewing images and videos saved on the device.

Entertainment

Music Player

Listening to music files on the device.

Entertainment

Music Player

Listening to music files on the device.

Entertainment

Music Player

Listening to music files on the device.

Entertainment

Music Player

Listening to music files on the device.

Music Hub

FM Radio

FM Radio

FM Radio

Record a song from the FM radio

Recording audio from FM radio stations.

Save radio stations automatically

Automatically scanning and saving available FM stations.

Add a radio station to the favourites list

Marking favorite FM radio stations.

FM Radio

Customise FM radio settings

Adjusting storage, radio text, alternative frequency, and auto-off.

Personal information

Contacts

Creating, finding, and managing contacts.

Personal information

Contacts

Creating, finding, and managing contacts.

Personal information

Contacts

Creating, finding, and managing contacts.

Personal information

Contacts

Creating, finding, and managing contacts.

S Planner

S Planner

Create an event or task

Adding new events and tasks to the planner.

Change the view mode

Selecting display modes like Year, Month, Week, Day, List, Task.

S Planner

View an event or task

Viewing details of scheduled events and tasks.

Stop an event or task alarm

Managing alarms for events and tasks.

S Memo

S Memo

Create a memo

Steps to create a new memo using various tools.

S Memo

View a memo

Reading, editing, deleting, and sharing memos.

S Memo

Organise memos in folders

Creating folders and organizing memos within them.

Voice Recorder

Record a voice memo

Steps to start, pause, and save voice recordings.

Voice Recorder

Play a voice memo

Playing back recorded voice memos.

Customise voice recorder settings

Adjusting storage, default name, quality, and MMS limit.

Web and GPS-based services

Internet

Accessing and bookmarking webpages.

Web and GPS-based services

Internet

Accessing and bookmarking webpages.

Web and GPS-based services

Internet

Accessing and bookmarking webpages.

Web and GPS-based services

Internet

Accessing and bookmarking webpages.

Web and GPS-based services

Flipboard

Accessing a personalized news magazine.

Game Hub

Accessing and playing games.

Web and GPS-based services

Latitude

Sharing and viewing location with friends via Google Latitude.

Maps

Using Google Maps for navigation and finding places.

Web and GPS-based services

Maps

Using Google Maps for navigation and finding places.

Web and GPS-based services

More Services

Accessing additional services and applications.

Navigation

Getting spoken directions to your destination.

Web and GPS-based services

Local

Searching for businesses and attractions.

Play Store

Installing additional applications from the Play Store.

Web and GPS-based services

Play Store

Installing additional applications from the Play Store.

Samsung Apps

Downloading and updating applications from Samsung Apps.

Web and GPS-based services

S Suggest

Finding and downloading recommended applications.

YouTube

Viewing and uploading videos via YouTube.

Web and GPS-based services

YouTube

Viewing and uploading videos via YouTube.

Web and GPS-based services

Voice Search

Searching the internet using voice commands.

Video Hub

Accessing and searching for videos.

Connectivity

USB connections

Connecting the device to a computer via USB cable.

Connectivity

USB connections

Connecting the device to a computer via USB cable.

Connectivity

Wi-Fi

Activating and connecting to Wi-Fi networks.

Connectivity

Wi-Fi

Activating and connecting to Wi-Fi networks.

Connectivity

Wi-Fi

Activating and connecting to Wi-Fi networks.

Connectivity

Wi-Fi Direct

Connecting two devices directly via Wi-Fi.

Connectivity

AllShare Cast

Connecting device to a large screen to share contents.

Connectivity

AllShare Play

Playing and sending files across devices or web storage.

Connectivity

AllShare Play

Playing and sending files across devices or web storage.

Connectivity

AllShare Play

Playing and sending files across devices or web storage.

Connectivity

Mobile network sharing

Sharing the device's mobile network connection.

Connectivity

Mobile network sharing

Sharing the device's mobile network connection.

Connectivity

Mobile network sharing

Sharing the device's mobile network connection.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth

Activate the Bluetooth feature

Enabling the Bluetooth functionality on the device.

Find and pair with another device

Discovering and connecting to other Bluetooth devices.

Send data via Bluetooth

Transferring files and items using Bluetooth.

Bluetooth

Receive data via Bluetooth

Receiving files and items via Bluetooth.

GPS

GPS

Activate location services

Enabling location services for finding location and searching maps.

VPN connections

VPN connections

Set up a VPN profile

Configuring VPN server details and security settings.

VPN connections

Connect to a private network

Connecting to a private VPN network using credentials.

Tools

Calculator

Performing basic and scientific calculations.

Tools

Calculator

Performing basic and scientific calculations.

Clock

Setting alarms, world clocks, stopwatch, and timer.

Tools

Clock

Setting alarms, world clocks, stopwatch, and timer.

Tools

Downloads

Managing logs of downloaded files.

Dropbox

Using Dropbox for cloud storage and file synchronization.

Tools

Dropbox

Using Dropbox for cloud storage and file synchronization.

Tools

Help

Accessing help information and tips for device usage.

My Files

Accessing and managing files saved on the device.

Tools

My Files

Accessing and managing files saved on the device.

NFC

Reading NFC tags and making payments.

Tools

NFC

Reading NFC tags and making payments.

Tools

Send data via S Beam

Sending music, videos, images, and documents via S Beam.

Tools

Google

Searching for data on the device or the internet.

SIM Toolkit

Accessing additional services offered by the service provider.

S Voice

Using voice commands for various tasks.

Settings

Access the setting options

Navigating through the device's settings menu.

Wi-Fi

Connecting to Wi-Fi networks and managing settings.

Bluetooth

Exchanging information over short distances.

Data usage

Monitoring and customizing data usage limits.

Settings

Data usage

Options for mobile data, roaming, background data, and Wi-Fi usage.

More settings

Controlling connections with other devices or networks.

Settings

More settings

Controlling connections with other devices or networks.

Settings

Nearby devices

Activating media sharing and managing shared contents.

AllShare Cast

Sharing the device's display with others via AllShare Cast.

Kies via Wi-Fi

Connecting to Samsung Kies via Wi-Fi.

Home screen mode

Selecting a Home screen mode (basic or easy).

Settings

Blocking mode

Controlling notifications for calls and other events.

Sound

Customizing device sounds, ringtones, and vibrations.

Settings

Display

Changing display settings like wallpaper, LED indicator, screen mode, and brightness.

Settings

Display

Settings for auto-rotate, screen timeout, font style, and battery percentage.

Storage

Viewing memory information and formatting the memory card.

Settings

Power saving

Activating and configuring power saving modes.

Battery

Viewing battery power consumption.

Applications manager

Viewing and managing installed applications.

Location services

Finding location using wireless networks or GPS.

Settings

Lock screen

Securing the device with screen lock options and shortcuts.

Settings

Lock screen

Securing the device with screen lock options and shortcuts.

Security

Encrypting device/SD card, managing remote controls and SIM lock.

Settings

Security

Managing accounts, SIM change alerts, device administrators, and unknown sources.

Settings

Language and input

Changing display language and text input methods.

Settings

Language and input

Keyboard settings like predictive text, continuous input, and voice input.

Settings

Language and input

Keyboard settings like predictive text, continuous input, and voice input.

Settings

Language and input

Keyboard settings like predictive text, continuous input, and voice input.

Settings

Back up and reset

Backing up data, restoring settings, and performing factory data reset.

Add account

Adding email or social network accounts.

Motion

Activating and configuring motion gestures for device control.

Settings

Motion

Motion controls like pan, shake, turn over, palm touch, and sensitivity.

Accessory

Changing settings for accessories like desktop docks.

Settings

Date and time

Setting and updating the device's date and time.

Settings

Accessibility

Features to improve device accessibility for users with physical challenges.

Settings

Developer options

Activating and changing settings for application development.

Settings

Developer options

Animation scales, debugging, and performance monitoring settings.

About device

Viewing device information like model number and version.

Troubleshooting

Code entry problems

Solutions for issues requiring Password, PIN, PUK, or PIN2.

Troubleshooting

The touch screen responds slowly or improperly

Troubleshooting steps for unresponsive touch screens.

Your device freezes or has fatal errors

Steps to resolve device freezing or fatal errors.

Troubleshooting

Outgoing calls are not connected

Troubleshooting steps when outgoing calls fail.

Incoming calls are not connected

Troubleshooting steps when incoming calls fail.

Others cannot hear you speaking on a call

Issues related to microphone not picking up audio.

Audio quality is poor

Troubleshooting poor audio quality during calls.

When dialling from contacts, the call is not connected

Issues with calls not connecting from contact list.

Troubleshooting

The device beeps and the battery icon is empty

Addressing low battery warnings and behavior.

The battery does not charge properly or the device turns off

Troubleshooting battery charging issues.

Error messages appear when launching the camera

Resolving errors when launching the camera application.

Troubleshooting

Error messages appear when launching the FM radio

Troubleshooting issues with the FM radio application.

Error messages appear when opening music files

Resolving problems with opening music files.

Troubleshooting

Another Bluetooth device is not located

Troubleshooting issues finding Bluetooth devices.

Safety information

Warning: Prevent electric shock, fire, and explosion

Critical safety warnings regarding electrical hazards.

Safety information

Warning: Prevent electric shock, fire, and explosion

Critical safety warnings regarding electrical hazards.

Caution: Follow all safety warnings and regulations when using your device in restricted areas

Safety guidelines for using the device in specific environments.

Safety information

Caution: Follow all safety warnings and regulations when using your device in restricted areas

Safety guidelines for using the device in specific environments.

Turn off the device in potentially explosive environments

Safety instructions for potentially explosive areas.

Turn off your device when on an aircraft

Regulations for using the device during flights.

Your device may interfere with automotive equipment

Potential interference with car electronics.

Safety information

Proper care and use of your mobile device

Guidelines for device maintenance and storage.

Safety information

Proper care and use of your mobile device

Precautions for storage in extreme temperatures or near magnetic fields.

Do not drop your device or cause impacts to your device

Warnings about physical impacts and device damage.

Safety information

Use caution when exposed to flashing lights

Precautions when using the device with flashing lights.

Reduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries

Advice to prevent discomfort from repetitive actions.

Ensure maximum battery and charger life

Tips for maintaining battery and charger longevity.

Do not bite or suck the device or the battery

Warnings against oral contact with the device or battery.

Do not insert the device or supplied accessories into the eyes, ears, or mouth

Warnings against inserting device parts into body orifices.

Safety information

When speaking on the device

Proper usage of the microphone and antenna.

Protect your hearing and ears when using a headset

Precautions for safe headset usage to prevent hearing damage.

Use caution when using the device while walking or moving

Safety advice for using the device while mobile.

Do not carry your device in your back pockets or around your waist

Warnings about carrying the device in pockets.

Do not disassemble, modify, or repair your device

Warnings against unauthorized repair or modification.

Safety information

Do not paint or put stickers on your device

Warnings about stickers and paint affecting device operation.

When cleaning your device

Instructions for safely cleaning the device and battery terminals.

Do not use the device if the screen is cracked or broken

Safety warning about using a damaged screen.

Do not use the device for anything other than its intended use

Using the device only for its designed purpose.

Do not allow children to use your device

Warnings about children using the device unsupervised.

Install mobile devices and equipment with caution

Safety precautions when installing equipment in vehicles.

Allow only qualified personnel to service your device

Importance of professional servicing to avoid damage.

Safety information

Handle SIM cards or memory cards with care

Precautions for handling SIM and memory cards.

Ensure access to emergency services

Planning for emergency calls in remote areas.

Keep your personal and important data safe

Tips for backing up data and protecting personal information.

Do not distribute copyright-protected material

Warning against distributing copyrighted content without permission.

Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)

Correct disposal of batteries in this product

Disclaimer

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