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    							Learn about your mobile 
    device hardware, assembly 
    procedures, and how to get 
    started using your new device.
    Getting Started  
    						
    							 5
    Introduction
    The following topics describe the basics of using this 
    guide and your new phone.
    About the User Guide
    Thank you for purchasing the Samsung Galaxy S8. 
    The following topics explain how best to use this guide 
    to get the most out of your phone.
    Before Using Your Phone
    Read the Get Started guide and Important Information 
    booklet that were packaged with your phone 
    thoroughly for proper usage.
    Accessible services may be limited by subscription 
    contract conditions.
    Descriptions in the User Guide
    Note that most descriptions in this guide are based 
    on your phone’s setup at the time of purchase. 
    Unless otherwise noted, instructions begin from 
    the phone’s home screen, which is displayed by 
    tapping 
     Home. Some operation descriptions may 
    be simplified.
    Screenshots and Key Labels
    Screenshots and other illustrations in this user guide 
    may appear differently on your phone. Key labels in the 
    user guide are simplified for description purposes and 
    differ from your phone’s display.
    Other Notations
    In the user guide, the phone may be referred to 
    either as “phone,” “device,” or “handset.” A microSD™, 
    microSDHC™, or microSDXC™ card is referred to as an 
    “SD card” or a “memory card.” 
    						
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    Get Support from My Account
    You can also access support for your phone and service 
    through the preloaded My Account app.
    1. From home, swipe up to access Apps.
    2. Tap  My Account.
    3. From the My Account main page, tap  My Account.
    4. Tap a topic to view its contents.  
    						
    							Set Up Your Device
    Learn how to set up your device for the first time.  
    						
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    Assemble Your Device
    This section helps you to assemble your device.
    Install the SIM Card and a 
    Memory Card
    When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are 
    provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, 
    your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details, 
    such as your Personal Identification Number (PIN), 
    available optional services, and other features.
    Warning: Please be careful when handling the SIM card 
    to avoid damaging it. Keep all SIM cards out of reach of 
    small children.
    You can also install an optional microSD
    ™, microSDHC™, 
    or microSDXC™ memory card (not included) to add more 
    memory space to your device. A memory card can be 
    installed at any time. It is not necessary to install it 
    prior to using the device. Note
    : Your phone’s SIM card is preinstalled. These 
    instructions are for reference only.
    Caution : Exercise care when using the removal tool to 
    eject the internal SIM card/Memory card tray.
    1. Insert the removal tool into the hole on the 
    SIM card/Memory card tray, and then push until the 
    tray pops out.
    2. Place the SIM card on the tray.
    • Make sure that the card’s gold contacts face 
    down into the device and that the card is 
    positioned as shown.
    3. Place the memory card on the tray with the gold 
    contacts facing down.  
    						
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    4. Slide the SIM card/Memory card tray back into 
    the slot.
    Note : Your device is IP68 rated for dust and water 
    resistance. To maintain the water-resistant and 
    dust- resistant features of your device, make sure 
    that the SIM card/Memory card tray openings are 
    maintained free of dust and water, and the tray is 
    securely inserted prior to any exposure to liquids. For 
    more information, refer to “Maintaining Water and Dust 
    Resistance” on page  255.
    Charge the Battery
    Note: You should dry the inside of the charging port 
    before inserting a power connector to charge your 
    device. If the charging port is not fully dry, your device 
    may operate abnormally. For example, it may charge 
    more slowly or overheat. For more information, refer to 
    “Maintaining Water and Dust Resistance” on page  255. 
    Your device is powered by a rechargeable, standard 
    Li-Ion battery. A USB charger (charging head and USB 
    cable) is included with the device for charging the 
    battery from any standard outlet.
    The battery comes partially charged. You can use the 
    device while charging.
    Note : For fastest charging times, use the Adaptive 
    Fast Charger that came with your device. This charger 
    provides faster charging only when connected to 
    devices that support Adaptive Fast Charging.  
    						
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    1. Insert the USB cable into the USB charger/
    Accessory port.
    Caution: Use only charging devices and batteries 
    approved by Samsung. Samsung accessories are 
    designed for your device to maximize battery life. Using 
    other accessories may invalidate your warranty and 
    may cause damage.
    2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and 
    then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.
    3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and 
    remove the USB cable from the device when 
    charging is complete.
    Note : This device is also compatible with wireless 
    charging devices approved by Samsung, which are 
    sold separately.
    When to Charge the Battery
    When the battery is low and only a few minutes of 
    operation remain, the device sounds a warning tone at 
    regular intervals.
    In this condition, your device conserves its remaining 
    battery power by dimming the screen.
    When the battery level becomes too low, the device 
    automatically turns off.
    For a quick check of your battery level:
     ► View the battery charge indicator located in the top 
    right corner of your device’s display. A solid color  
    ( 
     ) indicates a full charge.  
    						
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    You can also choose to display a percentage value. 
    Viewing a percentage value can provide a better idea 
    of the remaining charge on the battery. For more 
    information, see “Battery” on page  209.
    While charging, the device and the charger may 
    become hot when using wireless charging or fast 
    charging. This does not affect the device’s lifespan or 
    performance and is in the device’s normal range of 
    operation. 
    The charger may stop charging if the battery becomes 
    too hot. If the device heats up while charging the battery:
    1. Disconnect the charger from the device and close 
    any running apps.
    2. Wait for the device to cool down, and then begin 
    charging the device again.
    • If the lower part of the device overheats, 
    check for damage to the connected USB cable. 
    Replace the damaged USB cable with a new 
    Samsung-approved cable.
    If using a wireless charger, do not place foreign 
    materials between the device and the wireless charger.
    Micro-USB Connector
    You can use the included Micro-USB connector to 
    connect a Micro-USB cable (such as from your old 
    device) to your new device for charging with the 
    charging head, or for connecting to a computer.  
    						
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    Note: The Micro-USB connector does not support 
    On-the-Go (OTG) devices such as memory sticks, 
    external hard drives, or keyboard and mouse 
    accessories.
    Reverse Charging
    The included USB connector allows you to charge 
    another device through a USB cable. 
    You can also use the USB connector for transferring 
    contacts, photos, and other content from an old device. 
    For more information, see  “Transfer Data from Your Old 
    Device” on page  18. 
    Start Using Your Device
    Turn Your Device On or Off
    The instructions below explain how to turn your device 
    on or off.
    To turn the device on:
     ►Press and hold the Power  key until the device 
    turns on.
    To turn the device off:
    1. Press and hold the Power  key until the 
    Device options menu is displayed.
    2. Tap  Power off , and confirm if prompted.  
    						
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    Lock or Unlock Your Device
    Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your 
    device.
    By default, the device locks automatically when the 
    screen times out.
    To lock the device:
     ►Press the  Power key.
    The default Screen lock on your device is Swipe. To 
    choose a more secure screen lock, see “Set a Screen 
    Lock” on page  221.
    To unlock the device:
     ► Press the  Power key or double-tap  Home, and 
    then drag your finger across the screen.
    Restart the Device
    If your device stops responding to taps or finger 
    gestures and you are unable to turn it off, you can 
    restart your device. 
     ► Press and hold the Power  key and the 
    Volume down key at the same time for more than 
    seven seconds.
    Set Up Your Device
    Use the Set Up Wizard
    The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome 
    screen is displayed. It guides you through the basics of 
    setting up your device.
    Follow the prompts to choose a default language, 
    connect to a Wi-Fi
    ® network, set up accounts, choose 
    location services, learn about your device’s features, 
    and more.
    Note : On the Welcome screen, there may be an 
    Accessibility button. If you are visually impaired or hard 
    of hearing, tap  Accessibility to change the accessibility 
    settings.  
    						
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