Blackberry Passport Smartphone 10 3 1 User Guide

							 
Keeping your battery charged
Your BlackBerry device uses a lithium-ion battery. To maximize your use of this type of battery, when possible, do the 
following:

						

							IconDescriptiontoo low, your device might turn off. Save any work in 
progress and charge your device.There is a problem with the battery, and the battery might 
need to be replaced. Only use a battery that is approved by 
BlackBerry for your device model.
To replace the battery, contact your service provider.
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							2.Tap  Settings > App Manager > Device Monitor.
3.Tap an app or service.
Close or delete apps from the Device Monitor screen
If you notice that an open app is using a lot of battery power, device memory, or CPU resources, you can close it and end all 
processes associated with the app. You can also delete some apps permanently from the Device Monitor screen. Some  apps must be installed and open at all times, so they can
						

							Using Battery Saving Mode
If your battery power level is draining, you can set up Battery Saving Mode to turn on automatically and help make your 
battery last longer when you need it most! When Battery Saving Mode is turned on, your device automatically adjusts 
various settings to help save battery power. If you need to save more battery power, you can also adjust additional settings. 
For example, you can choose to turn off data services or location services to save more battery power.
By default, Battery Saving Mode turns on automatically when your battery power level is 20% or lower. You can also turn on 
Battery Saving Mode manually at any time.
Change your Battery Saving Mode settings
You can change when Battery Saving Mode turns on automatically, and choose some of the settings that are adjusted when 
Battery Saving Mode turns on.
1.On the home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen.
2.Tap  Settings > Battery Saving Mode.
3.Do any of the following:

						

							Dim the screen
Prolong battery life by changing your device settings to dim the screen.
Do any of the following:

						

							 Update your software
You can often gain a boost in power savings by using the latest version of the BlackBerry 10 OS. If a software update is 
available for your device, a notification appears in the 
BlackBerry Hub.
Use a media card
Reduce power usage by keeping less data on your device. Save data to a media card instead of your device storage space.
Turn off the flash
Conserve more power by turning off the flash when taking pictures.
Tip: Like most electronic devices, your device battery drains less quickly if you keep it out of the sun and other hot places, 
keep the battery contacts clean, and charge it regularly. Avoid leaving your device turned off with a low battery power level 
for an extended time.
Device and battery safety
You should only use the battery that BlackBerry specifies for use with your particular BlackBerry device model. If you use 
any other battery, you might invalidate any warranty provided with your device.
CAUTION: There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect battery type. Do not attempt to replace 
your non-removable battery. Only qualified service personnel should perform repairs or battery replacements to your 
device.
Device and battery disposal
 Please recycle your BlackBerry device and battery in accordance with your local regulations. Do not dispose of either 
your device or battery in a fire. Your device or battery should not be placed in household waste bins.
For information about returning your device to BlackBerry for recycling and safe disposal, from a browser on your computer 
visit 
www.blackberry.com/recycling. The recycling and trade-up program is available only in certain areas.
BlackBerry and environmental sustainability
BlackBerry is committed to reducing the environmental impact of BlackBerry products. To learn more about the 
sustainability efforts at 
BlackBerry, visit http://ca.blackberry.com/company/about-us/corporate-responsibility/product-
sustainability.html
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							View the safety, warranty, and privacy information for your device
To view the Privacy Policy, your BlackBerry device must be connected to the Internet.
Take a moment to review the license agreement, limited warranty, safety information, and privacy policy for your device. These documents are available from your device settings screen. They contain important information about terms and 
conditions of use, battery and other important safety precautions, and warranty coverage.
1.On the home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen.
2.Tap  Settings > About.
3.In the Category drop-down list, tap Legal.
4.Tap a link.
Connections
Connect your BlackBerry device to a mobile network or Wi-Fi network to browse websites, check your messages, use 
location services, and much more. You can also connect your device to a mobile hotspot in a public place, pair your device 
with your car using 
Bluetooth technology, or use Internet tethering to connect to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices. NFC lets you 
share files easily between devices.
Check which wireless networks your device connects 
to
Your BlackBerry device won
						

							2.Tap  Settings > About.
3.In the Device Name field, enter the new name for your device.
Wireless connections icons
The following icons might appear in the upper-right corner of the home screen to indicate the wireless coverage level that 
your 
BlackBerry device currently has.
The number of solid bars indicates the strength of the 
mobile network signal. If the signal is weak, your device 
might use more power to try to maintain the connection.          Your device is connected to the network type shown and can 
access all of the features of your mobile network plan.          Your device is connected to the network type shown but the 
network functionality is limited. You
						

							The NFC feature might not be available, depending on your wireless service provider, your administrator
						

							You can use a micro USB on-the-go to USB 2.0 adapter to connect your device to a keyboard, mouse, gamepad, external storage drive, or other USB device. You can use the 
File Manager app to view files on your external storage 
drive.
You can use a SlimPort adapter and the appropriate cable, or a wireless display adapter to connect your BlackBerry 
device to another device such as a TV or computer monitor. You can display the screen of your BlackBerry device 
on the other device.
Wi-Fi Direct connection
When you connect your BlackBerry device to other devices using a Wi-Fi Direct connection, you can perform 
actions such as sharing a document without needing an Internet connection. Because a 
Wi-Fi Direct connection 
creates a network, you can connect to multiple devices at the same time.
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Miracast connection
Miracast allows you to wirelessly show what