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Samsung SM-G950FD - User Manual

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USER MANUAL
English. 02/2019. Rev.1.0
SM-G950F
SM-G950FD
SM-G955F
SM-G955FD

Table of Contents

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Summary

Basics

Read Me First

Important information before using the device for safe and proper use.

Device Overheating Situations and Solutions

Addresses device heating during charging and solutions.

Device Layout and Functions

Details the physical layout and functions of device components.

Device Layout

Illustrates the front view of the device with component labels.

Hard Keys

Explains the function of the device's physical buttons.

Soft Buttons

Describes the function of the on-screen navigation buttons.

Battery

Charging the Battery

Provides instructions and precautions for charging the device battery.

Charging with a Micro USB Cable

Details the process of charging using a Micro USB cable.

Reducing Battery Consumption

Offers tips to conserve battery power and optimize usage.

Battery Charging Tips and Precautions

Provides essential advice and safety precautions for charging.

Fast Charging

Explains how to enable and use the fast charging feature.

Wireless Charging

Details how to use the wireless charging feature with a compatible charger.

SIM or USIM Card

Installing the SIM or USIM Card

Step-by-step guide for inserting the SIM or USIM card into the device.

Correct Card Installation

Illustrates the correct placement of SIM and microSD cards in the trays.

Using Dual SIM or USIM Cards

Explains how to use two SIM cards for dual phone numbers or service providers.

Installing a Memory Card

Guidance on how to install a memory card correctly into the device.

Turning the Device On and Off

Turning the Device On and Off

Instructions on how to power the device on, off, and restart it.

Restarting the Device

Procedure for restarting the device, including force restart.

Initial Setup

Guides users through the initial setup process after turning on the device.

Samsung Account

Introduction to Samsung accounts and their integrated services.

Registering Your Samsung Account

Step-by-step process for registering a new Samsung account.

Transferring Data from Your Previous Device (Smart Switch)

Guide to transferring data using the Smart Switch feature.

Understanding the Screen

Controlling the Touchscreen

Provides guidelines and precautions for using the touchscreen effectively.

Navigation Bar (Soft Buttons)

Details the function and use of the on-screen navigation buttons.

Home Screen and Apps Screen

Home Screen and Apps Screen

Overview of the Home and Apps screens and their functions.

Switching Between Home and Apps Screens

How to navigate between the Home and Apps screens.

Lock Screen

Changing the Screen Lock Method

Options for setting screen lock methods like pattern, PIN, or biometrics.

Screen Capture

Screen Capture

Methods for taking screenshots and editing them.

Notification Panel

Notification Panel

How to open, view, and manage notifications and quick settings.

Using Quick Setting Buttons

How to use and rearrange quick setting buttons for faster access to features.

Entering Text

Entering Text

Information on keyboard layout and entering text.

Copying and Pasting

How to copy, cut, and paste text on the device.

Apps and Features

Installing or Uninstalling Apps

How to install and uninstall applications from the device.

Managing Apps

How to manage installed applications, including disabling and uninstalling.

Setting App Permissions

How to manage app permissions for data access and device features.

Bixby

Introduction to Bixby, the intelligent voice assistant.

Starting Bixby

Steps to set up and begin using Bixby for the first time.

Using Bixby

How to interact with Bixby using voice commands and examples.

Reminder

Introduction to scheduling reminders and receiving notifications.

Creating Reminders

Detailed steps for creating reminders based on time or location.

Phone

Introduction to the Phone app for making and receiving calls.

Making Calls

Step-by-step guide to making voice and video calls using the Phone app.

Receiving Calls

How to answer and reject incoming calls.

Blocking Phone Numbers

How to block unwanted phone numbers and unknown callers.

Adding a Phone Number to Contact

How to add phone numbers to contacts.

Contacts

Introduction to managing contacts on the device.

Adding Contacts

Steps to add new contacts to the device.

Syncing Contacts with Your Web Accounts

How to sync contacts with online accounts like Samsung or Google.

Searching for Contacts

Methods for quickly finding contacts in the list.

Camera

Introduction to taking photos and recording videos with the camera.

Samsung Pay

Introduction to Samsung Pay for secure mobile payments.

Samsung DeX

Introduction to Samsung DeX for using the smartphone like a computer.

Settings

Lock Screen

How to customize settings for the locked screen.

Biometrics and Security

How to configure security settings for the device.

Face Recognition

How to set up and use face recognition to unlock the device.

Fingerprint Recognition

Introduction to fingerprint recognition for device security.

Accounts and Backup

How to sync, back up, and restore device data using Samsung Cloud and Smart Switch.

Appendix

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common device issues like codes, network errors, and power.

Summary

Basics

Read Me First

Important information before using the device for safe and proper use.

Device Overheating Situations and Solutions

Addresses device heating during charging and solutions.

Device Layout and Functions

Details the physical layout and functions of device components.

Device Layout

Illustrates the front view of the device with component labels.

Hard Keys

Explains the function of the device's physical buttons.

Soft Buttons

Describes the function of the on-screen navigation buttons.

Battery

Charging the Battery

Provides instructions and precautions for charging the device battery.

Charging with a Micro USB Cable

Details the process of charging using a Micro USB cable.

Reducing Battery Consumption

Offers tips to conserve battery power and optimize usage.

Battery Charging Tips and Precautions

Provides essential advice and safety precautions for charging.

Fast Charging

Explains how to enable and use the fast charging feature.

Wireless Charging

Details how to use the wireless charging feature with a compatible charger.

SIM or USIM Card

Installing the SIM or USIM Card

Step-by-step guide for inserting the SIM or USIM card into the device.

Correct Card Installation

Illustrates the correct placement of SIM and microSD cards in the trays.

Using Dual SIM or USIM Cards

Explains how to use two SIM cards for dual phone numbers or service providers.

Installing a Memory Card

Guidance on how to install a memory card correctly into the device.

Turning the Device On and Off

Turning the Device On and Off

Instructions on how to power the device on, off, and restart it.

Restarting the Device

Procedure for restarting the device, including force restart.

Initial Setup

Guides users through the initial setup process after turning on the device.

Samsung Account

Introduction to Samsung accounts and their integrated services.

Registering Your Samsung Account

Step-by-step process for registering a new Samsung account.

Transferring Data from Your Previous Device (Smart Switch)

Guide to transferring data using the Smart Switch feature.

Understanding the Screen

Controlling the Touchscreen

Provides guidelines and precautions for using the touchscreen effectively.

Navigation Bar (Soft Buttons)

Details the function and use of the on-screen navigation buttons.

Home Screen and Apps Screen

Home Screen and Apps Screen

Overview of the Home and Apps screens and their functions.

Switching Between Home and Apps Screens

How to navigate between the Home and Apps screens.

Lock Screen

Changing the Screen Lock Method

Options for setting screen lock methods like pattern, PIN, or biometrics.

Screen Capture

Screen Capture

Methods for taking screenshots and editing them.

Notification Panel

Notification Panel

How to open, view, and manage notifications and quick settings.

Using Quick Setting Buttons

How to use and rearrange quick setting buttons for faster access to features.

Entering Text

Entering Text

Information on keyboard layout and entering text.

Copying and Pasting

How to copy, cut, and paste text on the device.

Apps and Features

Installing or Uninstalling Apps

How to install and uninstall applications from the device.

Managing Apps

How to manage installed applications, including disabling and uninstalling.

Setting App Permissions

How to manage app permissions for data access and device features.

Bixby

Introduction to Bixby, the intelligent voice assistant.

Starting Bixby

Steps to set up and begin using Bixby for the first time.

Using Bixby

How to interact with Bixby using voice commands and examples.

Reminder

Introduction to scheduling reminders and receiving notifications.

Creating Reminders

Detailed steps for creating reminders based on time or location.

Phone

Introduction to the Phone app for making and receiving calls.

Making Calls

Step-by-step guide to making voice and video calls using the Phone app.

Receiving Calls

How to answer and reject incoming calls.

Blocking Phone Numbers

How to block unwanted phone numbers and unknown callers.

Adding a Phone Number to Contact

How to add phone numbers to contacts.

Contacts

Introduction to managing contacts on the device.

Adding Contacts

Steps to add new contacts to the device.

Syncing Contacts with Your Web Accounts

How to sync contacts with online accounts like Samsung or Google.

Searching for Contacts

Methods for quickly finding contacts in the list.

Camera

Introduction to taking photos and recording videos with the camera.

Samsung Pay

Introduction to Samsung Pay for secure mobile payments.

Samsung DeX

Introduction to Samsung DeX for using the smartphone like a computer.

Settings

Lock Screen

How to customize settings for the locked screen.

Biometrics and Security

How to configure security settings for the device.

Face Recognition

How to set up and use face recognition to unlock the device.

Fingerprint Recognition

Introduction to fingerprint recognition for device security.

Accounts and Backup

How to sync, back up, and restore device data using Samsung Cloud and Smart Switch.

Appendix

Troubleshooting

Solutions for common device issues like codes, network errors, and power.

Samsung SM-G950FD Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelSM-G950FD
Display5.8 inches, Super AMOLED
Resolution1440 x 2960 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~570 ppi density)
RAM4 GB
Internal Storage64 GB
Rear Camera12 MP, f/1.7, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS
Front Camera8 MP, f/1.7, 25mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.22µm, AF
Battery3000 mAh, non-removable
Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie), One UI
SIMHybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Announced2017, March 29
StatusDiscontinued
Dimensions148.9 x 68.1 x 8 mm (5.86 x 2.68 x 0.31 in)
Weight155 g (5.47 oz)
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, auto-HDR, panorama
Video4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 720p@240fps, HDR, dual-video rec.
Selfie Video1440p@30fps
LoudspeakerYes
3.5mm jackYes
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
GPSYes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
NFCYes
RadioNo
USBUSB Type-C 3.1
SensorsIris scanner, fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2
SAR EU0.32 W/kg (head) 1.27 W/kg (body)
Selfie FeaturesAuto-HDR
ChargingFast charging 15W
ColorsMidnight Black, Coral Blue, Maple Gold, Arctic Silver

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