Showing posts with label Tricks. Show all posts
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Monday, October 13, 2014
BlackBerry Z30 Tips and Tricks How Tos
Here are some How Tos for your BlackBerry Z30. These How Tos are still not yet complete and I am still working on the others:
How to Reset Password on Blackberry Z30
Did you forget the password of your Blackberry Z30? Unfortunately, BlackBerry device password cannot be recovered or changed if you do not know your current password.
The only way to reset your password without knowing your current password is to delete all of your device data. And it will be done by entering incorrect password multiple times.
It is recommended to backup all your wanted files on your computer.
How to Extend Battery Life on Blackberry Z30
Battery Life depends on how you use your device. For Blackberry Z30 device, if you want to save your battery to last longer hours, you may need to adjust your settings. Follow these suggestions:
• Turn on the power-saving option on the device. Then lessen the Lcd brightness and the Lcd lock timeout. On the Home Screen, swipe down from the top of the Lcd. Tap on the Gear Icon or Settings > Display.
• Turn down your device volume with the volume keys. You can also adjust the volume on Settings > System Volume or Notifications.
• Close any apps or features when you are done using it so they will not continuously running in the background.
• Turn off the network connection if you are out of range so that your device will stop searching for a network signal. To turn off the network go to Settings > Network Connections.
• You should use the latest version of the software update. Software updates improves some features and fixes some bugs on the previous software version.
• Save data to a media card instead of your device storage.
• Turn off the camera flash.
Battery Life depends on how you use your device. For Blackberry Z30 device, if you want to save your battery to last longer hours, you may need to adjust your settings. Follow these suggestions:
• Turn on the power-saving option on the device. Then lessen the Lcd brightness and the Lcd lock timeout. On the Home Screen, swipe down from the top of the Lcd. Tap on the Gear Icon or Settings > Display.
• Turn down your device volume with the volume keys. You can also adjust the volume on Settings > System Volume or Notifications.
• Close any apps or features when you are done using it so they will not continuously running in the background.
• Turn off the network connection if you are out of range so that your device will stop searching for a network signal. To turn off the network go to Settings > Network Connections.
• You should use the latest version of the software update. Software updates improves some features and fixes some bugs on the previous software version.
• Save data to a media card instead of your device storage.
• Turn off the camera flash.
How to Set Up Voice Mail and Speed Dial on Blackberry Z30
From Research in Motion to Blackberry, the said company has indeed waited longer to present to the whole world its new flagship that is set to conquer the leading smartphone devices. Blackberry Z30 somehow received pretty good reviews on its specs and features. To get familiar with it, we had few steps below on how to set up voice mail and speed dial for Blackberry Z30.1. To set up your voice mail, open your Phone app and swiped down from the top of the Lcd.
2. Then tap on Settings option.
3. On the list, tap on Voice Mail and type your voice mail access number and password. Now your friends can leave a voice mail whenever you can’t pick up your phone.
4. Now to set up speed dial, go to your list of contacts
5. Touch and hold a phone number or contact for few seconds. Select Add to Speed Dial. You’ve just added a contact to your speed dial list.
How to Start a Conference Call on Blackberry Z30
Blackberry is said to be the perfect phone for all those in the business world. Its new installment of smartphone, the Z30, even makes it easy to do a conference call. So just imagine discussing your business over the phone with your associates with just a few tap on its touchLcd. Here’s how you can start a conference call.
To answer a second call while already on a call:
1. Now if you answer a second call while you’re already on a call, tap Answer and you’re first call will be automatically put on hold.
2. To merge both calls and start a conference call, tap
.
3. Just repeat steps 1 and 2 to add more people to the conference.
To make another call while you’re already on a call:
1. Tap on Add Call while you’re on a call. Take note that while you make another call, your first call is automatically put on hold.
2. Now you can dial a number by tapping
; call a contact by tapping
; tap a phone number, name or speed dial contact.
3. And merge both calls by tapping to start a conference call.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 to add more people to the conference call.
To remove people from the conference call:
1. View the conference call participants by tapping
.
2. Remove a person from the call by doing one of the following:
• To remove a person from the conference call and hang up, tap
• To remove a person from the conference and keep them in a separate call, tap
Blackberry is said to be the perfect phone for all those in the business world. Its new installment of smartphone, the Z30, even makes it easy to do a conference call. So just imagine discussing your business over the phone with your associates with just a few tap on its touchLcd. Here’s how you can start a conference call.
To answer a second call while already on a call:
1. Now if you answer a second call while you’re already on a call, tap Answer and you’re first call will be automatically put on hold.
2. To merge both calls and start a conference call, tap
.3. Just repeat steps 1 and 2 to add more people to the conference.
To make another call while you’re already on a call:
1. Tap on Add Call while you’re on a call. Take note that while you make another call, your first call is automatically put on hold.
2. Now you can dial a number by tapping
; call a contact by tapping ; tap a phone number, name or speed dial contact.3. And merge both calls by tapping
to start a conference call.4. Repeat steps 1-3 to add more people to the conference call.
To remove people from the conference call:
1. View the conference call participants by tapping
.2. Remove a person from the call by doing one of the following:
• To remove a person from the conference call and hang up, tap
• To remove a person from the conference and keep them in a separate call, tap
How to Factory Reset Blackberry Z30
Performing factory reset on Blackberry Z30 will delete all data, files and apps on your device. Now if you’re trying to build your Z30 from scratch, try these steps on how to perform factory reset.
1. On the device’s home Lcd, swipe down from the top.
2. Tap on Settings and go to Security and Privacy.
3. Tap on Security Wipe and enter “blackberry” in the box provided.
4. And lastly tap on Delete Data.
5. Or you can type “wipe” after you tap the Search icon on your device’s Lcd. Select Security Wipe from the search results and perform steps 3 and 4.
Performing factory reset on Blackberry Z30 will delete all data, files and apps on your device. Now if you’re trying to build your Z30 from scratch, try these steps on how to perform factory reset.
1. On the device’s home Lcd, swipe down from the top.
2. Tap on Settings and go to Security and Privacy.
3. Tap on Security Wipe and enter “blackberry” in the box provided.
4. And lastly tap on Delete Data.
5. Or you can type “wipe” after you tap the Search icon on your device’s Lcd. Select Security Wipe from the search results and perform steps 3 and 4.
How to Answer Calls Automatically on BlackBerry Z30
This feature of BlackBerry Z30 will let you answer call automatically when you have a headset connected or when you remove your device from a case or holster. This will be very helpful and less hassle — especially when you expect a lot of coming calls.
How to set your Blackberry Z30 to answer automatically or end a call using a case or holster:
1. Swipe down from the top of the Lcd in the Phone app.
2. Tap on Settings or the Gear Icon, then select Holster.
3. Do any of the following:
• Set the Answer a Call by Removing Device From Holster switch to On.
• Set the End Call by Putting Device Back in Holster switch to On.
This steps will let you automatically answer a call when a headset is connected:
1. Swipe down from the top of the Lcd in the Phone app.
2. Tap on Settings or the Gear Icon, then select Bluetooth.
3. Set the Automatically Answer a Call When Connected to a Headset switch to On.
Your calls will automatically be answered after 5 seconds when you turn on this feature and you have a headset connected to your BlackBerry Z30 .
This feature of BlackBerry Z30 will let you answer call automatically when you have a headset connected or when you remove your device from a case or holster. This will be very helpful and less hassle — especially when you expect a lot of coming calls.
How to set your Blackberry Z30 to answer automatically or end a call using a case or holster:
1. Swipe down from the top of the Lcd in the Phone app.
2. Tap on Settings or the Gear Icon, then select Holster.
3. Do any of the following:
• Set the Answer a Call by Removing Device From Holster switch to On.
• Set the End Call by Putting Device Back in Holster switch to On.
This steps will let you automatically answer a call when a headset is connected:
1. Swipe down from the top of the Lcd in the Phone app.
2. Tap on Settings or the Gear Icon, then select Bluetooth.
3. Set the Automatically Answer a Call When Connected to a Headset switch to On.
Your calls will automatically be answered after 5 seconds when you turn on this feature and you have a headset connected to your BlackBerry Z30 .
How to Print on BlackBerry Z30 Using the Print To Go Software
Now you can easily print on your BlackBerry Z30 using the Print To Go software. This feature will surely minimize your work since you dont have to transfer the file from your BlackBerry Z30 to your computer then print it. Save your time and less hassle with the Print To Go.
First, you need to download the Print To Go software.
1. On your computer go to this page this www.blackberry.com/PrintToGo.
2. Just follow the given instructions on the Lcd to complete the installation on your computer.
Once the installation process is complete, you can now print a file from your BlackBerry Z30. But you need to configure first your printer. Follow these steps:
1. On your computer, try to print an item/file and choose Print To Go as the printer.
2. You need to enter your BlackBerry ID and your password, then click Sign In.
3. If applicable, enter your pairing password, device PIN, and your device name, then click Next.
4. If you want to print multiple devices, click Add Another Device. Just make sure that it is associated with your BlackBerry ID.
5. Click Done.
6. Click on Remember Me if you want to save the settings you just entered.
7. Finally, click Print.
When printing is complete, open Print To Go on your BlackBerry device, then find your pairing password. Your pairing password helps to establish a more secure connection between your computer and your BlackBerry device.
1. Swipe down from the top of the Lcd.
2. Tap Settings or the Gear Icon.
To reset your pairing password, tap Reset.
If you want to delete a folder or printout from Print To Go:
1. Tap and hold a printout or folder in a few seconds.
2. Then tap the Trash Bin icon.
Now you can easily print on your BlackBerry Z30 using the Print To Go software. This feature will surely minimize your work since you dont have to transfer the file from your BlackBerry Z30 to your computer then print it. Save your time and less hassle with the Print To Go.
First, you need to download the Print To Go software.
1. On your computer go to this page this www.blackberry.com/PrintToGo.
2. Just follow the given instructions on the Lcd to complete the installation on your computer.
Once the installation process is complete, you can now print a file from your BlackBerry Z30. But you need to configure first your printer. Follow these steps:
1. On your computer, try to print an item/file and choose Print To Go as the printer.
2. You need to enter your BlackBerry ID and your password, then click Sign In.
3. If applicable, enter your pairing password, device PIN, and your device name, then click Next.
4. If you want to print multiple devices, click Add Another Device. Just make sure that it is associated with your BlackBerry ID.
5. Click Done.
6. Click on Remember Me if you want to save the settings you just entered.
7. Finally, click Print.
When printing is complete, open Print To Go on your BlackBerry device, then find your pairing password. Your pairing password helps to establish a more secure connection between your computer and your BlackBerry device.
1. Swipe down from the top of the Lcd.
2. Tap Settings or the Gear Icon.
To reset your pairing password, tap Reset.
If you want to delete a folder or printout from Print To Go:
1. Tap and hold a printout or folder in a few seconds.
2. Then tap the Trash Bin icon.
How to Share Your Internet Connection Using Mobile Hotspot Mode
By using the Mobile Hotspot Mode you can create a Wi-Fi network that other devices can connect with. They can surf through the Internet using the mobile network connection on your BlackBerry Z30. You can connect to the Internet anywhere as long as there is a mobile network connection. Connecting the mobile hotspot is more likely the same as connecting to any regular router.
Now, set up your mobile hotspot mode on your BlackBerry device:
Make sure that your BlackBerry devices connection to the mobile network is turned on.
1. On the home Lcd, swipe down from the top of the Lcd.
2. Tap Settings or Gear Icon, then Network Connection > Mobile Hotspot.
3. If this is your first time to set the Mobile Hotspot mode, just complete the instructions on the Lcd.
Note: Read the instructions carefully and remember your Mobile Hotspot password.
4. Then set the Mobile Hotspot switch to On.
5. You need to know the name of the mobile hotspot and the password you set during the setup process. If your friends want to connect to the mobile hotspot, it is same as connecting to a Wi-Fi network. Find the network then connect.
To find your Mobile Hotspot mode settings, go to Settings > Network Connections >Mobile Hotspot > then tap the icon
.
To disconnect a device from your mobile hotspot:
1. Go to Settings > Network Connections > Mobile Hotspot.
2. Tap the name of the device that you want to disconnect from your mobile hotspot.
3. Then tap the x mark
.
By using the Mobile Hotspot Mode you can create a Wi-Fi network that other devices can connect with. They can surf through the Internet using the mobile network connection on your BlackBerry Z30. You can connect to the Internet anywhere as long as there is a mobile network connection. Connecting the mobile hotspot is more likely the same as connecting to any regular router.
Now, set up your mobile hotspot mode on your BlackBerry device:
Make sure that your BlackBerry devices connection to the mobile network is turned on.
1. On the home Lcd, swipe down from the top of the Lcd.
2. Tap Settings or Gear Icon, then Network Connection > Mobile Hotspot.
3. If this is your first time to set the Mobile Hotspot mode, just complete the instructions on the Lcd.
Note: Read the instructions carefully and remember your Mobile Hotspot password.
4. Then set the Mobile Hotspot switch to On.
5. You need to know the name of the mobile hotspot and the password you set during the setup process. If your friends want to connect to the mobile hotspot, it is same as connecting to a Wi-Fi network. Find the network then connect.
To find your Mobile Hotspot mode settings, go to Settings > Network Connections >Mobile Hotspot > then tap the icon
.To disconnect a device from your mobile hotspot:
1. Go to Settings > Network Connections > Mobile Hotspot.
2. Tap the name of the device that you want to disconnect from your mobile hotspot.
3. Then tap the x mark
.How to Change Facebook Settings on BlackBerry Z30
Facebook is the most popular social networking site, and almost all of the devices nowadays have its own Facebook mobile app. In BackBerry Z30, once you sign in to the Facebook app, you will begin to receive notification on your Facebook account. It will automatically appear in the BlackBerry Hub.
If you dont want to receive these notifications on yourBlackBerry Z30, you just need to change your settings:
1. On the Home Screen, swipe down from the top of the Lcd.
2. Tap on Settings or Gear Icon.
3. Select Accounts, then Facebook.
4. If you dont want to receive notifications, set the Enable Notifications to Off.
If you dont want to receive your Facebook messages, set the Sync Messages to Off.
Set the Sync Events to Off, to stop adding Facebook events to the Calendar app.
To change Facebook friends birthdays, tap the Birthday Reminder drop-down list.
5. Then tap Save to apply the changes.
When you use the Facebook app on your Blackberry for the first time, you will be asked if you allow the app to access your camera, files, and location. If you allow this, you can upload photos,videos, and check into places. But you the choice is yours, you can also turn this off at any time.
1. On the Home Screen, swipe down from the top of the Lcd.
2. Tap Settings or Gear Icon > Security and Privacy > Application Permissions > Facebook.
3. If you dont want to upload photos that you take with your device, set the Camera switch to Off.
To stop uploading any files (photos or videos), set the Shared Files switch to Off.
If you dont want to check into Facebook Places, set the Location switch to Off.
Facebook is the most popular social networking site, and almost all of the devices nowadays have its own Facebook mobile app. In BackBerry Z30, once you sign in to the Facebook app, you will begin to receive notification on your Facebook account. It will automatically appear in the BlackBerry Hub.
If you dont want to receive these notifications on yourBlackBerry Z30, you just need to change your settings:
1. On the Home Screen, swipe down from the top of the Lcd.
2. Tap on Settings or Gear Icon.
3. Select Accounts, then Facebook.
4. If you dont want to receive notifications, set the Enable Notifications to Off.
If you dont want to receive your Facebook messages, set the Sync Messages to Off.
Set the Sync Events to Off, to stop adding Facebook events to the Calendar app.
To change Facebook friends birthdays, tap the Birthday Reminder drop-down list.
5. Then tap Save to apply the changes.
When you use the Facebook app on your Blackberry for the first time, you will be asked if you allow the app to access your camera, files, and location. If you allow this, you can upload photos,videos, and check into places. But you the choice is yours, you can also turn this off at any time.
1. On the Home Screen, swipe down from the top of the Lcd.
2. Tap Settings or Gear Icon > Security and Privacy > Application Permissions > Facebook.
3. If you dont want to upload photos that you take with your device, set the Camera switch to Off.
To stop uploading any files (photos or videos), set the Shared Files switch to Off.
If you dont want to check into Facebook Places, set the Location switch to Off.
How to Add, Change, or Delete a Password in Password Keeper on BlackBerry Z30
Password Keeper is an application in BlackBerry where you can saved all your passwords. This can also be used in generating a random passwords that contain numbers, letters, and symbols. This application is designed to encrypt your passwords to protect them. The Password Keeper also decrypts your passwords so you can see them when you type your password.
There will come a time that you want to change or delete the password that you made in Password Keeper on BlackBerry Z30. In this article you will know how to add, change or edit, and delete a password in the Password Keeper.
To add a new password, follow the steps below:
Step 1. In the Password Keeper application, tap the "Plus" sign.
Step 2. Type the title, website, and password information.
Step 3. Then tap the "Check" sign.
To change or edit a password in the Password Keeper application, follow the steps below:
Step 1. Select a password that you want to change.
Step 2. Tap the "Pencil" icon.
Step 3. Then type the new password information.
Step 4. Tap the "Check" sign to confirm the changes.
To delete a password in the Password Keeper application, complete the following step:
Step 1. Select a password.
Step 2. Tap "Three Vertical Line" icon, then tap "Trash Bin" icon.
You can also multi-select the passwords to delete.
Password Keeper is an application in BlackBerry where you can saved all your passwords. This can also be used in generating a random passwords that contain numbers, letters, and symbols. This application is designed to encrypt your passwords to protect them. The Password Keeper also decrypts your passwords so you can see them when you type your password.
There will come a time that you want to change or delete the password that you made in Password Keeper on BlackBerry Z30. In this article you will know how to add, change or edit, and delete a password in the Password Keeper.
To add a new password, follow the steps below:
Step 1. In the Password Keeper application, tap the "Plus" sign.
Step 2. Type the title, website, and password information.
Step 3. Then tap the "Check" sign.
To change or edit a password in the Password Keeper application, follow the steps below:
Step 1. Select a password that you want to change.
Step 2. Tap the "Pencil" icon.
Step 3. Then type the new password information.
Step 4. Tap the "Check" sign to confirm the changes.
To delete a password in the Password Keeper application, complete the following step:
Step 1. Select a password.
Step 2. Tap "Three Vertical Line" icon, then tap "Trash Bin" icon.
You can also multi-select the passwords to delete.
How to Send a File Using NFC on BlackBerry Z30
In case you dont know what is NFC (Near Field Communication), it is a short-range wireless technology that is designed for transferring files or data quickly on each devices. BlackBerry Z30 also has this kind of feature, were you can exchange many kinds of files, including music, pictures and etc. This is between your Blackberry device and other NFC enabled devices.
How to send a file using NFC:
1. Find and highlight or open a file that you want to send.
If you want to send multiple files, then find and highlight all the files.
2. Then tap the V icon
.4. Now, align the back of your BlackBerry Z30 device with an NFC-enabled device.
5. If necessary, tap Send.
Thursday, October 9, 2014
Sony Xperia L Tips and Tricks
Here are some How Tos for your Sony Xperia L These How Tos are still not yet complete and I am still working on the others:
How to Factory Reset (Hard Reset) Sony Xperia L
We have our own reasons why we factory reset our device. Maybe we want to delete all the files and restore the device to its original state. It could also be the device may be malfunctioning or so slow and it needs to be reset.
Restoring the default settings or factory reset your Sony Xperia L will delete all your files. It is recommended to backup your important files on your computer before attempting to reset your device.
How To Reset Your Sony Xperia L:
- On your Home Lcd, tap Apps.
- Go to Settings, and select Backup & reset.
- Tap on Factory data reset. (If you want to delete all your files which is saved on your internal storage, then mark the Erase Internal Storage checkbox.)
- Then Reset phone.
- Confirm by tapping Erase everything.
- You just need to wait while your phone deleting your files and restoring your settings to default.
Hard Reset:
1. If your phone is turned off, just press and hold the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons.
2. Then press and release the Power button (just keep on holding the volume buttons). There should a menu will appear on your phone.
3. Press the Volume down button to navigate to the Recovery option. Press the Volume Up to select (if that doesnt work, use the Power button to select).
4. An Android logo will appear. Press the Volume Down and Volume Up button together and a recovery menu should appear. Use the Volume buttons to move to the Wipe data/Factory reset option and then press Power to select.
5. Use the Volume Down key to choose Yes and press the Power button again to select.
How to Set Up Voicemail Service on Sony Xperia L
Voicemail services depends on your subscription plan with your service provider. This feature allows caller to leave voice messages on your phone whenever you cant pick up. Your voicemail number may be found on your sim card or you can get it directly from your service provider. Here are the steps to set up voicemail service on Sony Xperia L.
To set up your voicemail number:
1. On your devices homeLcd, tap on Menu icon
to enter your voicemail number.
2. Go to Settings menu.
3. Select Call Settings > Voicemail and choose Voicemail Settings.
4. Tap on Voicemail number so you can enter your designated voicemail service number.
5. And lastly tap on OK.
To call your voicemail service number:
1. On your homeLcd, tap on the Menu icon.
2.Look for Phone and tap it.
3. And touch and hold for a few seconds the number 1.
Voicemail services depends on your subscription plan with your service provider. This feature allows caller to leave voice messages on your phone whenever you cant pick up. Your voicemail number may be found on your sim card or you can get it directly from your service provider. Here are the steps to set up voicemail service on Sony Xperia L.
To set up your voicemail number:
1. On your devices homeLcd, tap on Menu icon
to enter your voicemail number.2. Go to Settings menu.
3. Select Call Settings > Voicemail and choose Voicemail Settings.
4. Tap on Voicemail number so you can enter your designated voicemail service number.
5. And lastly tap on OK.
To call your voicemail service number:
1. On your homeLcd, tap on the Menu icon
.2.Look for Phone and tap it.
3. And touch and hold for a few seconds the number 1.
Battery Life depends on how you use your device. For your Sony Xperia L device, if you want to save your battery to last longer hours, you may need to adjust your settings. Follow these suggestions:
• Turn on the power-saving option on the device. Then lessen the Lcd brightness and the Lcd lock timeout. On the HomeLcd, tap on Menu icon. Select Settings > Power management.
- Use the Stamina mode and Low battery mode features.
- To activate the STAMINA mode: While you are in the Power management, tap on Point icon next to STAMINA mode, then tap Activate.
• Turn down your device volume with the volume keys.
• Close any apps or features when you are done using it so they will not continuously running in the background.
• Turn off the network connection if you are out of range so that your device will stop searching for a network signal. To turn off the network go to Settings and turn off the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
• You should use the latest version of the software update. Software updates improves some features and fixes some bugs on the previous software version.
• Adjust your brightness level to low.
• Turn off the camera flash.
• If you have any live wallpaper, Disable it.
• Set the synchronization application to manual. You can also choose the automatic, but increase the synchronization intervals.
• If you want to listen to music, use the Sony original hands free device. It demand less battery power than your devices own loudspeakers.
Wouldnt it be nice if youre phone automatically plays your song list right when you step in your car? Or what about letting you show your whole day agenda the moment you arrive at your work table between 8-9am? These are just examples on how Sony Xperia Ls Smart Connect app works. With this app, you can set an event to happen on your device at certain times or what will happen when you connect/disconnect accessories like headset or charger. Hereshow to use it.
1. On your devices home Lcd, tap on Menu icon
2. Look for Smart Connect and tap on it.
3. If its your first time opening the said app, tap on OK to close the introduction Lcd.
4. Go to Events tab and tap on the plus (+) icon.
5. Type in a name for the event and tap on Create.
6. Under When, add either an accessory ( like what happens on your device when you connect your headset) or a time interval or could be both.
7. Under Do This, add what you want to happen on your device.
8. Under At the End, add what you want to happen to your device when you disconnect your accessory or when the time interval ends.
9. Press on Back Arrow
to save the event.Transferring files in SonyXperia L is now made easy by using the Media Transfer Mode. You can easily transfer files between your device and other MTP compatible devices such as computer, using a Wi-Fi connection. But before you can transfer files wirelessly, you will need to pair both devices.
Note: You will need a Wi-Fi enabled devices that supports Media transfer such as a computer running Microsoft, Windows Vista orWindows 7.
To pair your device with the computer:
- Check if the media transfer mode of your device is enabled. It is normally enabled by default.
- Using the USB cable, connect your device to a computer.
- On your computer, once the name of your device appear, click on Network Configuration and just follow the steps on how to pair the computer.
- After pairing, safely disconnect your device from your computer.
These steps will work only on Windows 7 OS and the computer is connected to the Wi-Fi Access point via network cable.
To connect paired devices wirelessly in Media Transfer Mode:
- First things first, check if the media transfer mode is enabled.
- On your Home Lcd, tap on the Menu icon.
- Select Settings > Xperia > USB connectivity.
- Then tap the paired device that you want to connect to under Trusted devices.
- Tap connect.
If you want to disconnect, just tap on the paired device and tap Disconnect.
If you want to remove the paired device, tap on the paired device you want to remove and select Forget.
How to Add a Shortcut on Sony Xperia L HomeLcd
Just like a desktop, it also works best on any smartphones to add a shortcut on a homeLcd. This r somehow makes navigation, especially to important files/apps, more accessible. Its less hassle and less tapping. Sony Xperia L definitely allows you to make your device experience stress-free by adding a shortcut to important apps on your homeLcd. Heres how to do it.
1. On your devices homeLcd, touch and hold and empty area until the device vibrates.
2. After doing so, tap on Apps.
3. Then go to Shortcuts and select a shortcut.
4. Or another option, just go directly to the Application Lcd and touch and hold the application.
Adding Widgets on your HomeLcd will help you improve your productivity in using your Sony Xperia L. If you dont know what widgets means, Widgets are small applications that you can directly use on your HomeLcd. These will serve as your shortcut icon so will no longer need to access your Menu.
Follow these steps on how to add widgets on your HomeLcd.
- Tap and hold an empty area on your Home Lcd until your device vibrates.
- There should an option appear, tap on Widgets.
- Select the widget and tap on it you want to add.
- There are some widgets that are resizeable, you can expand them to view the content more on your HomeLcd.
How to resize a Widget:
- Tap and hold the widget you want to resize until it magnifies and the device vibrates. You can tell if the widget is resizeable if the highlighted frame and resizing dots appear.
- You just need to Drag the dots for your preferred size.
- Then tap anywhere on the HomeLcd to confirm the new size of the widget.
How to Change Time & Date on Sony Xperia L
In some devices you can only change the Timezone and not the specific time and date. But in Sony Xperia L, you have an option whether to set the time in automatic or to manually set the time.
Follow these steps on how to change the time and date on your device:
To manually set the date:
- On your Home Lcd, tap the Menu icon.
- Select Settings, then tap Date & Time.
- You need to uncheck the Automatic date & time. If it is set to automatic.
- Then tap on Set date, and adjust the date by scrolling up and down.
- To confirm the changes, tap Done.
To manually set the time:
- On your Home Lcd, tap the Menu icon.
- Select Settings, then tap Date & Time.
- You need to uncheck the Automatic date & time. If it is set to automatic.
- Then tap on Set time, and adjust the time by scrolling up and down.
- To confirm the changes, tap Done.
If you want to change the timezone:
- On your Home Lcd, tap the Menu icon.
- Select Settings, then tap Date & Time.
- You need to uncheck the Automatic date & time. If it is set to automatic.
- Then tap on Select time zone.
- Find your preferred time zone in the option.
Duplicate contacts usually happens when you import your old contacts to your new device or when you synchronize your contacts with the other account. On your Sony Xperia L, you can avoid dupicate contacts and instead link these two to create a single entry. If you happen to link two contacts by mistake, you can separate them again. Heres how you can link two contacts.
1. On your devices homeLcd, tap on
.2. Tap on
and tap the contact you want to link with another contact.3. Press on
and tap Link contact.4. And tap the contact whose information you want to be linked with the first one. Tap OK to confirm. The first contact no longer appears on your contact list but is merged with the second contact.
Now if you mistakenly linked two contacts
on your homeLcd and then tap on.2. Then tap on the linked contact you want to edit.
3. And tap on
. Tap on Unlink contact on the list and tap on OK to confirm.How to Transfer Contacts from Sim Card or Memory Card to Sony Xperia L
Contacts is very important for everyone of us. We cant connect to our friends without a contact number. If you have a new phone, saving contacts on the phone one by one is so hassle. But if you have save your contacts on a Sim Card or Memory Card, then you can transfer your contacts from your SIM Card or Memory Card to your Sony Xperia L.
How to transfer contacts from a SIM card to your Xperia L:
- On your devices homeLcd, tap on the Menu icon .
- Then tap on the Person icon or Contacts.
- Press the Three Vertical Dots, and select Import contacts > SIM card.
- If you have set up a synchronization account, then you can choose to add the SIM card contacts under that account. Or you may choose to only use the contacts on your device.
- If you want to import all the contacts, tap Import all.
- If you want to select which contact to transfer, you just need to find and tap on the contact.
How to transfer contacts from a memory card to your Xperia L:
- On your devices homeLcd, tap on the Menu icon .
- Then tap on the Person icon or Contacts.
- Press the Three Vertical Dots, and select Import contacts > SD card.
- Choose the option you preferred if you have set up a synchronization account. Whether to add the imported contacts under that account or on your device.
- If you have more than one vCard file on the SD card, there should be a list appear on the different batches of contacts. Just select the batch you want to import.
How to Import Contacts From Old Phone to New Phone (on Sony, iPhone, Samsung, HTC and Nokia)
Contacts is very important for everyone of us. We cant connect to our friends without a contact number. If you have a new phone, saving contacts on the phone one by one is so hassle. But now, theres an easy way how to transfer or import your contacts from your old phone to your new phone.
Use your PC to transfer contacts to your new phone. This process is applicable in several phone brands, including iPhone, Samsung, HTC and Nokia.
You just need an Internet Connection on your PC, your old and new phone and their own USB cable.
If you are not prompted with a pop-up window to install the PC Companion, you can also download the PC Companion here.
How to Screen Mirror Sony Xperia L to Show the Screen on a TV
The Screen Mirroring will allow you to show the Lcd of your device on a TV or other large display without using a cable connections. It uses the Wi-Fi Direct technology that create a wireless connection between two devices. You can also use this feature to listen to music from your phone via the TVs speakers.
How to mirror the Lcd of your phone on a TV:
1. First you need to turn on the Lcd mirroring function on your TV. Just follow the instructions in the User Guide of your TV.
2. From your Home Lcd, tap on the Menu icon
3. Select on Settings, and tap Xperia™.
4. Choose Screen mirroring.
5. Tap to turn on the Screen mirroring and select a device.
Note: The TV that you want to connect with must support Lcd mirroring for the above described functionality to work. If it does not support, then you can try the Throw feature. Go to Settings > Throw feature.
How to Activate Camera App and Play Tracks on a LockLcd on Sony Xperia L
LockLcds dont normally allow users to launch any apps or even take photos. We still need to unlock our Lcds to use certain apps on our handset. But with Sony Xperia L, you can take photos, record videos and play tracks without unlocking the Lcd. Heres how you can enjoy this feature on your Sony Xperia L.
To take a photo on a lockLcd
1. Activate first your Lcd by briefly pressing the power key
2. Now activ the camera app
by dragging the camera icon to the left across the Lcd.
3. And tap
to take photos or record videos without unlocking your Lcd.
To play an audio on a lockLcd
1. Activate first your Lcd by briefly pressing the power key.
2. Now to display the music player controls, drag
to the right across the Lcd.
3. And tap
to play a track on a lockLcd.
To pause an audio track from the lockLcd
1. Activate first your Lcd by briefly pressing the power key.
2. When the music player controls appear, tap
to pause the track.
To change the currently playing audio track on a lockLcd
1. Activate first your Lcd by briefly pressing the power key.
2. Then tap
or
when the music player controls appear.
How to Share Contacts Using NFC on Sony Xperia L
Use your PC to transfer contacts to your new phone. This process is applicable in several phone brands, including iPhone, Samsung, HTC and Nokia.
You just need an Internet Connection on your PC, your old and new phone and their own USB cable.
Then you need to install the PC Companion program. This is a free application and the installation files are already saved on your new phone. This program can also be used in updating your phone software.
Please note that if you are using the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system on your PC, make sure that the AutoPlay setting is enabled.
To check your settings:
Click Start > Control Panel, then type "autoplay" on the search box. Click the AutoPlay, and mark the check box Use AutoPlay for all media and devices.
Installing the PC Companion:
Installing the PC Companion:
- Turn on your new Phone and connect it to your PC.
- On your new Phone, tap "Install" to install PC Companion on the PC.
- On your computer, if a pop-up window that appears notifies you about available PC Software, select Run Startme.exe.
- Then click Install to start the installation and then follow the instructions to complete the installation.
If you are not prompted with a pop-up window to install the PC Companion, you can also download the PC Companion here.
Transferring your contacts to your new phone:
- Make sure that PC Companion is installed on your PC.
- Open the PC Companion application on your PC.
- Then click Contacts Setup and follow the instructions to transfer your contacts.
How to Screen Mirror Sony Xperia L to Show the Screen on a TV
The Screen Mirroring will allow you to show the Lcd of your device on a TV or other large display without using a cable connections. It uses the Wi-Fi Direct technology that create a wireless connection between two devices. You can also use this feature to listen to music from your phone via the TVs speakers.
How to mirror the Lcd of your phone on a TV:
1. First you need to turn on the Lcd mirroring function on your TV. Just follow the instructions in the User Guide of your TV.
2. From your Home Lcd, tap on the Menu icon
3. Select on Settings, and tap Xperia™.
4. Choose Screen mirroring.
5. Tap to turn on the Screen mirroring and select a device.
Note: The TV that you want to connect with must support Lcd mirroring for the above described functionality to work. If it does not support, then you can try the Throw feature. Go to Settings > Throw feature.
How to Activate Camera App and Play Tracks on a LockLcd on Sony Xperia L
LockLcds dont normally allow users to launch any apps or even take photos. We still need to unlock our Lcds to use certain apps on our handset. But with Sony Xperia L, you can take photos, record videos and play tracks without unlocking the Lcd. Heres how you can enjoy this feature on your Sony Xperia L.
To take a photo on a lockLcd
1. Activate first your Lcd by briefly pressing the power key
2. Now activ the camera app
by dragging the camera icon to the left across the Lcd.3. And tap
to take photos or record videos without unlocking your Lcd.To play an audio on a lockLcd
1. Activate first your Lcd by briefly pressing the power key
.2. Now to display the music player controls, drag
to the right across the Lcd.3. And tap
to play a track on a lockLcd.To pause an audio track from the lockLcd
1. Activate first your Lcd by briefly pressing the power key
.2. When the music player controls appear, tap
to pause the track.To change the currently playing audio track on a lockLcd
1. Activate first your Lcd by briefly pressing the power key
.2. Then tap
orwhen the music player controls appear.How to Share Contacts Using NFC on Sony Xperia L
NFC feature is a must-have for any smartphones these days. Near-field communication or NFC works similarly like bluetooth. By touching your NFC-enabled phones against each other, you can then share contacts, music and photos. Well, heres how you can easily share contacts on Sony Xperia L uisng NFC feature.
1. On your device, enable content sharing in Settings.
2. Then go to Wireless and Networks.
3 And choose on More menu.
When the phone vibrates, tap the onLcd message that says "touch to beam".
How to Add a Geotag on a Photo on Sony Xperia L
Adding a location to those photos somehow adds relevance and it gives you that flashback of memories when you view those nicely captured moments. Well, this feature is not new any longer since its been there online and you often use them on photo-filtered websites. But with Sony Xperia L, you can now add geotags on your photos right on your handset. Heres how you can add geotag on your photos.
1. Open your photo gallery on your device.
2. When youre viewing a photo, just tap the Lcd and the toolbars will display.
3. Now tap
to open the map Lcd.
4. Find and tap the desired location to put the map on the photo.
5. To adjust the location of the photo, just tap the location on the map to where you want to move the photo.
6. Tap OK when youre done and to save the geotag. You can then return to the photo viewer Lcd.
1. Open your photo gallery on your device.
2. When youre viewing a photo, just tap the Lcd and the toolbars will display.
3. Now tap
to open the map Lcd.4. Find and tap the desired location to put the map on the photo.
5. To adjust the location of the photo, just tap the location on the map to where you want to move the photo.
6. Tap OK when youre done and to save the geotag. You can then return to the photo viewer Lcd.
Thursday, October 2, 2014
HTC E1 Tips and Tricks
Here are some How Tos for your HTC E1. These How Tos may still not yet complete and I am finding some time to work on the others:
How to Factory Reset (Hard Reset) HTC E1
Resetting your HTC E1 will restore the default settings of your device. It will also delete all your files on your phone, so it is recommended to have a backup of your important files on your computer. There are two ways on how to reset your HTC E1. It can be done through the settings or through the hardware buttons.
Resetting HTC E1 on Settings:
- Slide the Notifications panel open, and then tap the Gear Icon or Settings.
- Select Backup & reset.
- Tap Reset phone.
- If you want to delete all your files, then tap Erase all data.
- Then tap OK to confirm.
These steps is also helpful when your HTC E1 is unresponsive or frozen and theres no way to access the settings.
- First, press and hold the Volume Down button, and then do the same way on the Power button.
- Hold the two buttons until the three Android images appear on the Lcd.
- Release the button when the three Android images appear and press Volume Down.
- Tap on Factory Reset, and then press the Power Button to confirm.
Contacts is very important for everyone of us. We cant connect to our friends without a contact number. If you have a new phone, saving contacts on the phone one by one is so hassle. But now, theres an easy way how to transfer or import your contacts from your old phone to your new phone.
Use your PC to transfer contacts to your new phone. This process is applicable in several phone brands, including iPhone, Samsung, HTC and Nokia.
You just need an Internet Connection on your PC, your old and new phone and their own USB cable.
Then you need to install the PC Companion program. This is a free application and the installation files are already saved on your new phone. This program can also be used in updating your phone software.
Please note that if you are using the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system on your PC, make sure that the AutoPlay setting is enabled.
To check your settings:
Click Start > Control Panel, then type "autoplay" on the search box. Click the AutoPlay, and mark the check box Use AutoPlay for all media and devices.
Installing the PC Companion:
Installing the PC Companion:
- Turn on your new Phone and connect it to your PC.
- On your new Phone, tap "Install" to install PC Companion on the PC.
- On your computer, if a pop-up window that appears notifies you about available PC Software, select Run Startme.exe.
- Then click Install to start the installation and then follow the instructions to complete the installation.
If you are not prompted with a pop-up window to install the PC Companion, you can also download the PC Companion here.
Transferring your contacts to your new phone:
- Make sure that PC Companion is installed on your PC.
- Open the PC Companion application on your PC.
- Then click Contacts Setup and follow the instructions to transfer your contacts.
How to Send a Multimedia Message and Create a Slideshow on HTC E1
Text messaging has grown its popularity over the years especially to younger generations. People, especially teens, prefer to communicate with friends and relatives thru texting instead of the traditional call. But whether your reaching out to friends thru text or a call, what matters most is the effort for still trying to keep in touch despite distance and even on busy schedules. We should be more grateful these days as it only takes minutes, even seconds, for a quick response unlike the old school snail mail. Now, everyone is just a text away. And more to that, you can even send multimedia messages (MMS) especially on special occasions to add more touch to a simple text-filled Lcd. Heres how you can send a MMS on HTC Desire U.
1. On your devices homeLcd, tap on
and go to Messages.2. Then tap on
3. On the To Field, key in a contact name, mobile number or email address. You can also send it to a group of friends by tapping on
4. To add a subject line, tap on
and go to Add Subject.5. Tap on the box that says Add text and there you can type in your special message.
6. Choose an attachment for your message by tapping on
7. After you browse and select an attachment, tap on Send or press
to save it as a draft. You can also tap on
to see options like replacing, viewing and removing your attachment.Now if you wish your Mutimedia Message to reach an extra mile, you can have it on a slideshow format. Heres how you can create one:
once again and select Slide.2. Then choose where you want to insert the next slide.
3. When youre done adding the next slide, you can either do the following:
- tap onand choose to add a video or a photo
- tap onand then audio if you want to add a voice recording or a music to the slide
- tap on Add Text to add a caption
- tap onto view options like replacing, viewing or removing your attachment.
select Preview. If you dont see Preview, scroll down the menu. To view the playback controls, tap once the preview Lcd.5. When its all set and done, press on or tap on Send to save message as a draft.
or tap on Send to save message as a draft.Now you can make someones day a very special one with this creative and personalize MMS.
How to Set HTC E1 into Sleep Mode
How to Set HTC E1 into Sleep Mode
Like any other device, setting HTC E1 into sleep mode will somehow save its battery life. Sleep mode puts your device into a lower power state while the display is off. It also prevents accidental button presses when its in your pocket or bag. Heres how you can set HTC E1 into sleep mode.
1. Briefly press on your devices Power button to turn off the display. Then switch to Sleep Mode.
2. To change the time before your device sleeps, just go to Display & buttons settings.
3. To wake it up, manually press the Power button and unlock your Lcd.
4. Your device will also automatically wakes up when you have an incoming call.
How to Extend Battery Life of HTC E1
1. Briefly press on your devices Power button to turn off the display. Then switch to Sleep Mode.
2. To change the time before your device sleeps, just go to Display & buttons settings.
3. To wake it up, manually press the Power button and unlock your Lcd.
4. Your device will also automatically wakes up when you have an incoming call.
How to Extend Battery Life of HTC E1
Battery Life depends on how you use your device. For HTC E1 device, if you want to save your battery to last longer hours, you may need to adjust your settings. Follow these suggestions:
• Turn on the power-saving option on the device. Then lessen the Lcd brightness and the Lcd lock timeout.
1. Slide the Notifications panel open.
- You can also choose which phone features to conserve the power. Just tap the Power saver notification first before you turn power saver mode on.
2. To turn the power saver mode on or off, tap the check button next to the Power saver notification.
• Turn down your device volume with the volume keys.
• Close any apps or features when you are done using it so they will not continuously running in the background.
• Turn off the network connection if you are out of range so that your device will stop searching for a network signal.
• You should use the latest version of the software update. Software updates improves some features and fixes some bugs on the previous software version.
• Turn off the camera flash.
• The camera viewfinder can be a power drain, so after youve finished taking photos.
How to Take Continuous Camera Shots on HTC E1
Want to take photos continuously on your HTC E1? You just need to set the settings and you can now capture the moment of the action. Every movement of the action counts, so take the photo continuously.
Follow these steps:
1. First, make sure that youre in Normal scene to use this feature.
2. On the Viewfinder Lcd, just press and hold on
.
- It should take 20 consecutive shots since it is the default settings.
- If you want to capture more than 20 shots, just tap on the Gear Icon or Settings, then Continuous shooting. After that, clear the Limit to 20 frames option.
3. You can also select the photo that you like most by tapping Best shot. If you dont want the other photos, then you can delete it.
How to Set up Speed Dialing on HTC E1
Speed dialing is definitely a must-have feature on any phones. Whether youre in a hurry or in an emergency, this feature lets you call important contacts right away by just dialing a number key on your phone. For all HTC E1 users, heres how you can set up speed dialing on your device.
1. First, open the phone app on your device.
2. Then tapand go to Speed Dial.
3. Now tapand select a contact from the list.
4. On the Speed dial Lcd, choose the phone number of the contact to use
and a speed dial key to assign for that contact.
5. Once your done, tap Save.
Take note that the number 1 key is generally used and reserved for calling voicemail and retrieving voicemail messages.
• Turn on the power-saving option on the device. Then lessen the Lcd brightness and the Lcd lock timeout.
1. Slide the Notifications panel open.
- You can also choose which phone features to conserve the power. Just tap the Power saver notification first before you turn power saver mode on.
2. To turn the power saver mode on or off, tap the check button next to the Power saver notification.
• Turn down your device volume with the volume keys.
• Close any apps or features when you are done using it so they will not continuously running in the background.
• Turn off the network connection if you are out of range so that your device will stop searching for a network signal.
• You should use the latest version of the software update. Software updates improves some features and fixes some bugs on the previous software version.
• Turn off the camera flash.
• The camera viewfinder can be a power drain, so after youve finished taking photos.
How to Take Continuous Camera Shots on HTC E1
Want to take photos continuously on your HTC E1? You just need to set the settings and you can now capture the moment of the action. Every movement of the action counts, so take the photo continuously.
Follow these steps:
1. First, make sure that youre in Normal scene to use this feature.
2. On the Viewfinder Lcd, just press and hold on
.- It should take 20 consecutive shots since it is the default settings.
- If you want to capture more than 20 shots, just tap on the Gear Icon or Settings, then Continuous shooting. After that, clear the Limit to 20 frames option.
3. You can also select the photo that you like most by tapping Best shot. If you dont want the other photos, then you can delete it.
How to Set up Speed Dialing on HTC E1
Speed dialing is definitely a must-have feature on any phones. Whether youre in a hurry or in an emergency, this feature lets you call important contacts right away by just dialing a number key on your phone. For all HTC E1 users, heres how you can set up speed dialing on your device.
1. First, open the phone app on your device.
2. Then tap
and go to Speed Dial.3. Now tap
and select a contact from the list.4. On the Speed dial Lcd, choose the phone number of the contact to use
and a speed dial key to assign for that contact.
5. Once your done, tap Save.
Take note that the number 1 key is generally used and reserved for calling voicemail and retrieving voicemail messages.
How to Make Your HTC E1 a Wireless Router
Smartphones these days can now share its mobile data connection and act as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot. And like those high-end gadgets, HTC E1 is sure to let you experience the benefits of making it as a portable Wi-Fi hotspot. Heres how you can make your HTC E1 phone the next Wi-Fi hotspot.
- Slide the Notifications panel open, and then tap the Gear Icon or Settings.
- Under Wireless & Network, tap More.
- Select Mobile network sharing > Portable Wi-Fi hotspot settings.
- Enter your preferred router name, or you can also use the default name.
- Choose the type of security and set a password for your wireless router. (If you selected none, then you dont have to enter a password.)
- Select the Portable Wi-Fi Hotspot option to turn on the wireless router.
When you see the router wireless icon, then your HTC E1 is ready to be used as a router.
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