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  • Page 1 User guide Xperia XZ3 H8416/H9436/H9493...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Getting started................6 About this User guide..............Overview..................Assembly - Single SIM..............Assembly - Dual SIM................ Screen protection................Starting your device for the first time........... Why do I need a Google account?..........Device security................13 Making sure your device is protected..........Screen lock..................
  • Page 3 Downloading applications............48 Downloading applications from Google Play....... Downloading applications from other sources......Internet and networks..............49 Browsing the web................Internet and MMS settings ............Wi-Fi ....................Sharing your mobile data connection........... Controlling data usage..............Selecting a SIM card for data traffic..........Selecting mobile networks............
  • Page 4 Messaging and chat..............80 Reading and sending messages........... Messaging settings................ Video chat..................Setting up email................Music..................83 Transferring music to your device ..........Listening to music................. Camera..................86 Getting to know your camera............Exposure, color and light conditions..........Setting the right focus..............People, selfies and smiling faces..........
  • Page 5 Support and legal..............119 Support application..............Restarting, resetting and repairing..........Warranty, SAR, and usage guidelines......... Legal information................

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Getting started About this User guide This is the Xperia XZ3 User guide for the Android™ 9.0 software version. If you’re not sure which software version your device is running, you can check it in the Settings menu. Note System and application updates can present the features in your device in another way than described in this User guide.

  • Page 7: Overview

    Overview Charging/Notification light Nano SIM/Memory card slot Ear speaker/Second loudspeaker Second microphone Proximity/Light sensor Front camera Volume/Zoom key Power key Camera key Main loudspeaker USB port/Charger/Audio adapter Main microphone Internet version. For personal use only.

  • Page 8: Assembly - Single Sim

    Sub cellular antenna area Laser AF sensor Flash LED RGBC IR sensor Wi-Fi®/Bluetooth® antenna area NFC™ detection area Main camera Fingerprint sensor Sub Wi-Fi antenna Wireless charging coil Main cellular antenna area Assembly - Single SIM Your device only supports nano SIM cards. Single SIM devices allow you to use one SIM card and a memory card.

  • Page 9: Assembly - Dual Sim

    To insert a nano SIM card and a memory card Note Do not cut your SIM card, as this may damage your device. Drag out the SIM card tray. Place the SIM card securely in the SIM card tray. Place the memory card securely in the tray, in the correct orientation. Gently push the tray back into the slot until it fits into place.

  • Page 10: Screen Protection

    To insert either two nano SIM cards or a nano SIM card and a memory card Note Do not cut your SIM card, as this may damage your device. Drag out the SIM card tray. Place the main SIM card securely in position for SIM1. Place either the second SIM card or the memory card securely in the tray, in the correct orientation.

  • Page 11: Why Do I Need A Google Account

    It may take a while for the device to shut down. Why do I need a Google account? Your device from Sony runs on the Android platform developed by Google. A range of Google applications and services is available on your device when you purchase it, for example, Gmail™, Google Maps™, YouTube™, and the Play Store™...
  • Page 12 Select the Google account that you want to remove. Tap Remove account. Tap Remove account again to confirm. Note If you remove your Google account, any security features that are linked to your Google account will no longer be available. Internet version.

  • Page 13: Device Security

    Device security Making sure your device is protected Your device includes security options, strongly recommended in case of loss or theft. Note When using a security option to protect your device, it is crucial to remember the details provided at set up. Screen lock Set a secure screen lock on your device using a PIN, password, pattern, or fingerprint to prevent others from using your device without permission.

  • Page 14: Screen Lock

    Screen lock When the screen is locked you have to unlock it with a swipe gesture or with your personal pattern, PIN, password or fingerprint. Initially, the unprotected screen swipe is set, but it is recommended to use a more secure screen lock to protect your device.

  • Page 15: Sim Card Protection

    To delete a registered fingerprint Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Fingerprint Manager. Confirm your pattern, PIN, or password. (Delete icon) to delete the fingerprint. To rename a registered fingerprint Find and tap Settings > Lock screen & security > Fingerprint Manager. Select a registered fingerprint in the list, then enter a name and tap OK.

  • Page 16: Finding The Imei Number(S) Of Your Device

    To enable or disable the use of two SIM cards Find and tap Settings > Network & internet > Advanced > Dual SIM. Tap the SIM1 and SIM2 switches to enable or disable the SIM cards. To rename a SIM card Find and tap Settings >...

  • Page 17: Finding, Locking Or Erasing A Lost Device

    To view your IMEI number(s) on the label strip Drag out the SIM card tray. Drag the strip outwards using your fingernail. The strip displays the IMEI number(s). Finding, locking or erasing a lost device Google offers a location and security web service called Find my device. After you have signed in to a Google account, Find my device is turned on by default.

  • Page 18: Using Location Services

    Using location services Location services allow applications such as Maps and the camera to use information from your mobile or Wi-Fi network as well as GPS (Global Positioning System) information to determine your approximate location. If you’re not within a clear line of sight to GPS satellites, your device can determine your location using the Wi-Fi function.

  • Page 19: Learning The Basics

    Learning the basics Using the touchscreen Tapping • Open or select an item. • Mark or unmark a checkbox or option. • Enter text using the on-screen keyboard. Internet version. For personal use only.
  • Page 20 Touching and holding • Move an item. • Activate selection mode, for example, to select several items from a list. Pinching in and out • Pinch in and out on web pages, photos and maps, and when you’re taking photos or shooting videos.

  • Page 21: Using Side Sense

    Swiping and scrolling • Scroll up and down, or left and right. • Swipe left or right, for example, between Home screen panes. Using Side sense Your device has sensors on the sides that make it easier to use your device with one hand.
  • Page 22 Note Side sense is unavailable in certain situations, such as when using a wireless charger, when Glove mode or Ultra STAMINA mode is activated, or when the screen view is in landscape orientation. To display the Side sense menu • To activate the Side sense menu, double-tap the side of the device.

  • Page 23: Turning The Screen On Or Off

    To return to the previous screen using the side sensor • Slide your finger up or down along the side of the device to return to the previous screen. To turn Side sense on or off Find and tap Settings > Display > Advanced. Tap Side sense.

  • Page 24: Smart Backlight Control

    To turn the screen on or off • Briefly press the power key. Hint If the ambient display is set to Smart activation or Activate when device is lifted, the screen Ambient display settings on is turned on automatically when you pick up your device. See page 63.
  • Page 25 To browse the Home screen Home screen panes You can add new panes to your Home screen (up to a maximum of twenty panes) and delete panes. You can also set the pane that you want to use as the main Home screen pane.

  • Page 26: Application Screen

    Swipe left or right to browse to the pane that you want to set as your main Home screen pane, then tap (Set pane icon). Note When Google Feed is enabled, the left-most pane is reserved for this service and the main Home screen pane cannot be changed.
  • Page 27 To view all applications on the Application screen (App tray icon). Swipe left or right on the Application screen. Hint You can also search for recently viewed apps by swiping left from the Application screen. To enable or disable the recommended apps listings Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen, then tap (Home screen settings icon).

  • Page 28: Shortcuts For Easy Actions

    Make sure that Own order is selected under Sort apps. Touch and hold the application until the device vibrates, then drag it to the new location. Shortcuts for easy actions You can access shortcuts directly from your app icons to uninstall downloaded apps or reveal more quick options.
  • Page 29 Navigating applications overview Clear all – Close all the recently used applications Recently used applications window – Open a recently used application Recent apps button – Open the recently used applications window Home button – Exit an application and go back to the Home screen Back button –...
  • Page 30 Split screen overview Application 1 Split screen border – Drag to resize windows Application 2 Split screen button – Select a recently used application Home button – Go back to the Home screen Back button – Go back to the previous screen within an application or close the application Note Not all applications support Split screen mode.

  • Page 31: Widgets

    To exit One-handed mode, swipe across the screen or tap an empty area on the screen. To adjust the position of the screen To move the screen to the left side or to the right side, tap (Left arrow icon) or (Right arrow icon) accordingly.
  • Page 32 Shortcuts and folders overview Access an application using a shortcut Access a folder containing applications To add an application shortcut to your Home screen Touch and hold an empty area on your Home screen until the device vibrates. In the customization menu, tap Shortcuts. Scroll through the list and select an application.

  • Page 33: Background

    Background Your device comes with a default background, but you can adapt the Home screen and Lock screen to your own style using wallpapers featuring different colors and patterns. A wallpaper may be used without changing any of the other elements of your Home screen and Lock screen.
  • Page 34 To open or close the Notification panel To open the Notification panel, drag the status bar downwards, or simply double- tap it. To close the Notification panel, drag or swipe the panel upwards. Hint After opening the Notification panel, you can access the Quick settings panel by dragging the status bar down again.
  • Page 35 To clear all notifications from the Notification panel • Tap Clear all. Hint If there is a long list of notifications, scroll down to find the Clear all button. To take action on a notification from the lock screen • Double-tap the notification.

  • Page 36: Icons In The Status Bar

    To set the notification level for an app Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications. Select the desired app, then tap Notifications. Tap the switches to adjust notification settings as desired. Notification light The notification light informs you about battery status and some other events. For example, a flashing white light means there is a new message or a missed call.
  • Page 37 GPS is activated Synchronization is ongoing Problem with sign-in or synchronization Side sense is activated Note Depending on your service provider, network, or region, the functions or services represented by some icons in this list may not be available. Notification icons New text message or multimedia message Ongoing call Missed call...

  • Page 38: Battery And Maintenance

    Note Your device has an embedded, rechargeable battery that can only be replaced by an authorized Sony repair center. Never try to open or take apart the device yourself. Doing so can cause damage and void your warranty. Wired charging...
  • Page 39 To charge your device with a USB cable Connect one end of the USB cable to the charger (or to the USB port of a computer). Connect the other end of the cable to the USB port on your device. The notification light illuminates when charging begins.

  • Page 40: Battery And Power Management

    When charging begins, the notification light illuminates and the charging icon appears on screen. Once your device is fully charged, remove it from the wireless charger. Battery notification light status Green Battery is charging, charge level is greater than 90% Orange Battery is charging, charge level is 15–90% Battery is charging, charge level is less than 15%...
  • Page 41 • Use a Sony original handsfree device to listen to music. Handsfree devices consume less battery than your device’s loudspeakers. • Restart your device every now and then. To make specific applications exempt from optimization You can make applications exempt from being optimized.

  • Page 42: Updating Your Device

    To deactivate Ultra STAMINA mode Drag down the status bar to access the Notification panel. Tap the notification Ultra STAMINA mode active. Tap OK. Note Deactivating Ultra STAMINA mode will restart your device. Battery Care Use Battery Care to increase the lifespan of your battery. This feature detects your charging patterns and estimates the start and end time of your regular charging period.

  • Page 43: Maintenance Using A Computer

    recommended to use a Wi-Fi network instead of a mobile network to download new software so that you can avoid data traffic costs. To install a system update If you are sharing a device with multiple users, make sure you are logged in as the owner.

  • Page 44: Storage And Memory

    Note Always use a USB cable intended for your specific Xperia model and make sure it is completely dry. USB Preferences You can choose which device controls the other, your device or the controlled USB-connected device. Use USB for You can choose the purpose of the USB connection. File Transfer Manage files or update the device software.
  • Page 45 • The internal storage stores downloaded or transferred content along with personal settings and data. • You can use a removable memory card to get more storage space. Media files can be moved to this type of memory to free up internal storage. •...

  • Page 46: Backing Up And Restoring Content

    Note All content on the memory card gets erased when you format it. Make sure you first make backups of all data that you want to save. To back up your content, you can copy it to a Managing files using a computer on page 43. computer.
  • Page 47 Backing up data with the Google Backup & restore application Using the Google Backup & restore application, you can back up data to a Google server. You can also turn on the automatic restore function to restore application data and settings when you reinstall an application. Hint You can back up data to a Google account under Settings >...

  • Page 48: Downloading Applications

    Downloading applications Downloading applications from Google Play Google Play is the official online Google store for downloading applications, games, music, movies, and books. It includes both free and paid applications. Before you start downloading from Google Play, make sure that you have a working internet connection, preferably over Wi-Fi to limit data traffic charges.

  • Page 49: Internet And Networks

    Internet and networks Browsing the web The Google Chrome web browser for Android devices comes pre-installed in most http://support.google.com/chrome to get more detailed markets. Go to information about how to use this web browser. To browse the web Find and tap (Chrome icon).

  • Page 50: Wi-Fi

    To view downloaded internet and MMS settings Find and tap Settings > Network & internet > Mobile network. Dual SIM users, select a SIM card. Tap Advanced > Access Point Names. To view more details, tap any of the available items. To reset the internet and MMS settings Find and tap Settings >...
  • Page 51 Increasing Wi-Fi signal strength There are a number of things you can do to improve Wi-Fi reception: • Move your device closer to the Wi-Fi access point. • Move the Wi-Fi access point away from any potential obstructions or interference. •...

  • Page 52: Sharing Your Mobile Data Connection

    To change the Auto-connect setting for each saved network Find and tap Settings > Network & internet > Wi-Fi. Tap Wi‑Fi preferences > Advanced > Auto-connect. Tap the Wi-Fi network to enable or disable. To find the MAC address for your device Find and tap Settings >...

  • Page 53: Controlling Data Usage

    the setup. If the device runs on the Android operating system, tap the settings icon beside the name of the device that it is paired with under Settings > Device connection > Previously connected devices, then tap the Internet access switch. Your device: Wait for (Bluetooth tethering icon) and (Bluetooth tethering icon) to appear in the status bar.

  • Page 54: Selecting A Sim Card For Data Traffic

    To set a data usage warning Make sure that mobile data traffic is turned on. Find and tap Settings > Network & internet > Data usage > Data warning & limit. To set the warning level, tap the Set data warning switch. Tap Data warning, enter the desired data limit and tap Set.
  • Page 55 • One LTE, one WCDMA, and one GSM network Your device automatically switches between mobile networks depending on which mobile networks are available where you are. You can also manually set your device to use a particular mobile network mode, for example, WCDMA or GSM. If you are using a Dual SIM device, this applies to each SIM card.

  • Page 56: Synchronizing Data On Your Phone

    Synchronizing data on your phone Synchronizing with online accounts Synchronize your device with contacts, email, calendar events and other information from online accounts, for example, email accounts such as Gmail™ and Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync. You can synchronize data automatically for such accounts by activating the auto-sync function, or you can synchronize each account manually.
  • Page 57 Select the EAS account that you want to remove. Tap Remove account. Tap Remove account again to confirm. Internet version. For personal use only.

  • Page 58: Basic Settings

    Basic settings Accessing settings View and change settings for your device from the Settings menu. The Settings menu is accessible from both the Application screen and the Quick settings panel. To open the device settings menu from the Application screen •...
  • Page 59 To activate the vibrating mode Press the volume key up or down. Tap the icon on the slider until (Vibrate icon) appears. To activate sound with vibration for incoming calls Find and tap Settings > Sound. Tap the Also vibrate for calls switch to enable the function. Sounds and tones To set the ringtone Find and tap Settings >...

  • Page 60: Silence Your Device With Do Not Disturb

    Powerful More vibration To adjust Dynamic Vibration settings within a media app Open the desired media app, for example, YouTube or the Album app. Start playback of the media contents. Press the volume key to open the volume panel. Drag the slider for Dynamic Vibration to set the preferred level for this app. The Dynamic Vibration setting is saved for the next time you use this app.

  • Page 61: Screen Settings

    To set when to deactivate Do not disturb mode Find and tap Settings > Sound > Do not disturb. Tap Duration. Select a setting, and tap OK. You can adjust hours by tapping + or -. Screen settings You can change the screen’s behavior, brightness, viewing size, and quality. For example, select a bigger font or display size for easier reading, or select glove mode to navigate your screen with gloves.

  • Page 62: Screen Pinning

    Screen saver Set up a screen saver that displays colors or a photo slideshow when your device is charging or the screen is idle. If your device has multiple users, each user can have individual screen saver settings. Cover selection When using a screen cover, adapt your screen to work with the screen cover type.

  • Page 63: Ambient Display Settings

    Hint If you selected a security option when you activated the screen pinning function, you have to enter your pattern, PIN or password to unlock the device before the screen can be unpinned. Ambient display settings The ambient display lets you view information such as time, notifications, music, or photos on the screen when the screen is turned off.

  • Page 64: Application Settings

    Application settings Some apps will ask for permissions once you start using them. You can allow or deny permissions individually for each app, either from the Settings menu or from the Permission confirm dialog. Permission requirements depend on the app’s design.

  • Page 65: Resetting Your Applications

    To manage app links from the Settings menu Find and tap Settings > Apps & notifications. Tap Advanced > Default apps > Opening links. Select an app, and adjust the settings as desired. Resetting your applications You can reset an application or clear application data if your application stops responding or causes issues with your device.

  • Page 66: Date And Time

    Date and time You can change the date and time on your device. To set the date manually Find and tap Settings > System > Date & time. Disable the Automatic date & time function by tapping the switch. Tap Set date. Swipe left or right, or use the arrows to set the desired date.

  • Page 67: Multiple User Accounts

    Hint The manual adjustment of sound output settings has no effect on voice communication applications. For example, there is no change in the voice call sound quality. To turn on the Surround sound feature Find and tap Settings > Sound > Audio settings > Sound effects > Surround sound (VPT).
  • Page 68 (Settings icon) beside the name of the user that you want to delete, then tap Remove user > DELETE. About the Guest User account If someone just wants to use your device temporarily, you can enable a guest account for this user. In guest mode, your device starts up as a freshly installed system with only the pre-installed apps.

  • Page 69: Typing Text

    Typing text On-screen keyboards There are a number of pre-installed text entry providers on your device. Note The default text entry provider may depend on the regional or language settings you use. One or more text entry providers might not be available in your region. SwiftKey®...

  • Page 70: Editing Text

    and hold "e" until other options appear, then, while keeping your finger pressed on the keyboard, drag to and select "é". To enter a full stop • After you enter a word, double-tap the space bar. To enter text using the gesture input function When the on-screen keyboard is displayed, slide your finger from letter to letter to trace the word that you want to write.

  • Page 71: Calling

    Calling Making calls You can make a call by dialing a phone number manually, or use the smart dial function to quickly find numbers from your contacts list and call logs. To make a video call, you can use the Duo video chat application on your device. Dual SIM users can set a default SIM card for placing calls, or have the option to select the SIM card each time you place a call.

  • Page 72: Receiving Calls

    Dual SIM users, select a SIM card if prompted. To make an international call Find and tap (Phone icon). The call log is displayed. (Dialpad icon) to display the dialpad. Touch and hold 0 until a “+” sign appears. Enter the country code, the area code without the initial zeros, followed by the phone number.

  • Page 73: Smart Call Handling

    Hint Instead of rejecting the call, you can go to the main phone application screen by tapping the heads-up notification window. This way you get more options to manage the call. For example, you can decide to reject the call with a message. To mute the ringtone for an incoming call •...

  • Page 74: Forwarding Calls

    Tap the switch underneath to enable or disable the function. Forwarding calls You can direct calls to a different recipient, for example, to another phone number or another device. If you are using a Dual SIM device, you can also forward calls that come in on SIM card 1 to SIM card 2 when SIM card 1 is unreachable, and vice versa.
  • Page 75 To unblock a blocked number Find and tap (Phone icon). (Menu icon) > Settings > Block numbers. (Cancel icon) next to the phone number you want to unblock, then tap UNBLOCK. Calls and texts from this number are no longer blocked. Internet version.

  • Page 76: Contacts

    Contacts Adding and editing contacts You can add, edit or delete contacts on your device and from synchronized accounts. Add contact pictures or set individual ringtones to personalize contacts. You can also edit contact information about yourself. To add a contact Find and tap (Contacts icon).

  • Page 77: Grouping Contacts

    To delete contacts Find and tap (Contacts icon). Touch and hold the contact that you want to delete. (Delete icon), then tap DELETE. To delete several or all contacts, mark the checkboxes beside the contacts that you want to delete. (Delete icon), then tap DELETE.

  • Page 78: Backing Up Contacts

    Tap Accounts, then tap the Automatically sync data switch to enable or disable the function. Tap OK. Note You need to be signed in to the relevant sync account before you can sync your contacts with it. Other methods for transferring contacts There are several other ways to transfer contacts from your old device to your new device.
  • Page 79 (Options icon) > Settings > Export. Single SIM users, tap Export to SIM card. Dual SIM users, select a SIM card to export to. Tap OK. Select contacts to export, then tap Export. Select an option, then tap OK. To export all contacts to internal storage Find and tap (Contacts icon).

  • Page 80: Messaging And Chat

    Messaging and chat Reading and sending messages The Messages application shows your messages as conversations, which means that all messages to and from a particular person are grouped together. Note The number of characters that you can send in a single message varies depending on the operator and the language you use.

  • Page 81: Messaging Settings

    To send the message, tap (Send icon). Dual SIM users, tap one of the (Send icon) according to which SIM card you want to use. Hint If you exit a message before sending, it gets saved as a draft. The conversation gets tagged with the word Draft.

  • Page 82: Video Chat

    Tap the Get SMS delivery reports switch to enable or disable the function. Note After delivery reports are turned on, the text “Delivered” is displayed for messages that have been successfully delivered. Video chat You can use the Duo video chat application on your device to chat with friends who also use the application on Android and iOS devices.

  • Page 83: Music

    Music Transferring music to your device There are two ways to transfer music from a computer to your device: • Connect your device to a computer using a USB Type-C cable. Select File Transfer on your device and then copy and paste or drag and drop the files using the Managing files using a computer on page 43.
  • Page 84 Tap to go to the next song, touch and hold to fast-forward the current song Play or pause a song Tap to go to the previous song, touch and hold to rewind the current song Shuffle songs in the play queue Music home screen (Options icon) to open the Music menu Scroll up or down to view content...
  • Page 85 To adjust the audio volume • Press the volume key up or down. Hint You can also adjust the Dynamic Vibration when listening to music. For more information, Dynamic Vibration on page 59. To minimize the Music application • When a song is playing, tap (Home button) to go to the Home screen.

  • Page 86: Camera

    Camera Getting to know your camera Front camera lens Switch between the front and main camera Camera settings Save your location Use the volume keys to zoom in or out Switch between taking photos and videos Use the camera key to activate the camera, take photos, or record videos Tap the thumbnail to view, share, or edit photos and videos Use the shutter button to take photos or record videos Go back or exit the camera...
  • Page 87 Shutter button The shutter button is used differently depending on the capturing mode and activated features. Shutter button overview Take a photo Record a video/Resume recording Pause a video Stop recording a video Self-timer is activated Touch capture is activated Touch capture and Self-timer are activated To change the aspect ratio While using the camera, tap...
  • Page 88 Smart launch You can launch the camera automatically when you point your device at an object. To use Smart launch While using the camera, tap (Settings icon). Tap the Smart launch and select an option. Point your device at an object while the screen is turned off or the lock screen is active and the device is in the landscape orientation.
  • Page 89 To use the zoom • Pinch in or out on the camera screen. • Use the volume key. Hint If you zoom in three or more times, this can affect image quality. Instead, take the photo without zoom, then crop it. To take a photo •...

  • Page 90: Exposure, Color And Light Conditions

    Close the settings menu. The setting is saved in all capturing modes. Tap anywhere on the screen to take a photo. Hint This feature can also be used for videos. To take a photo when recording a video • When recording a video, tap (Camera icon).
  • Page 91 light. Digital cameras can only estimate the color temperature, so you may need to adjust the settings to get it correct. If you experience yellow-colored photos in indoor environments or bluish photos when using the flash, try adjusting the color. To achieve better exposures in low-light environments, change the brightness for photos and videos.
  • Page 92 Strong backlight (HDR) Strong backlight (HDR) is automatically adjusted when taking photos. You can also adjust for strong backlight manually in Manual mode. To adjust towards a strong backlight When using the camera, tap Mode > (Manual mode icon). (HDR icon) and select On. Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to take a photo.

  • Page 93: Setting The Right Focus

    You can adjust the exposure manually in Manual mode, for example for a specific part of a photo. To adjust the exposure with metering When using the camera, tap Mode > (Manual mode icon). (Settings icon) > Metering. Select an exposure option and close the settings menu. The setting is saved. Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to take a photo.

  • Page 94: People, Selfies And Smiling Faces

    Press the camera key or tap the shutter button to take a photo. People, selfies and smiling faces Faces in focus are indicated with a colored frame. Tap any frame to select a face to focus on. Use Smile Shutter to automatically take a photo when a person smiles. If you are recording a video, a photo is taken each time a smile is detected.

  • Page 95: Moving Objects

    Turn your palm with your fingers straight up towards the camera. When the camera detects your hand, the timer starts and a selfie is taken. Moving objects When taking photos and recording videos of moving objects, timing is important for good results. Predictive Capture automatically takes photos the instant an object enters the camera frame, without you pressing a button.

  • Page 96: Using Various Capturing Modes

    Long-press the camera key or shutter button to take a burst of images. The number of pictures taken is indicated in the middle of the viewfinder. Release the camera key or shutter button to finish the burst. All photos are saved. Tap the thumbnail to view the result, then tap (Burst viewer icon).
  • Page 97 Tap an object on the screen to focus, and then tap (Shutter button) to take the photo. Tap one of the switches to select the background defocus effect. Drag the slider (Bokeh blur-degree icon) to adjust the background focus strength. Then, save the photo. Creative effect With the Creative effect app you can preset effects and color filters before taking a photo or recording a video.
  • Page 98 Eye enlargement Enlarges eyes Slender face Makes your face look slimmer To take a selfie with Portrait selfie When using the camera, tap Mode > (Portrait selfie icon). Tap the icon for the effect you want to apply, and drag the slider to adjust the effect.

  • Page 99: Resolution And Memory

    (Super slow motion icon) one or more times to record time limited sequences in super slow motion. The recording continues. (Stop button) to stop the recording. Resolution and memory The number of photos and videos you can store depends on the resolution or MP (megapixel) value used and video length.

  • Page 100: Diagnosing Your Camera

    4192×2358 (16:9). 10MP resolution with 16:9 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos you want to view on widescreen displays. 3000×3000 (1:1). 9MP resolution with 1:1 aspect ratio. Suitable for photos that you want to view on non-widescreen displays or print in high resolution. Video resolutions HD refers to High Definition, while fps refers to Frames Per Second.

  • Page 101: Additional Camera Settings

    Additional camera settings Geotagging You can save your photos and videos with the location where they were taken, this is called geotagging. The option to geotag your photos and videos requires a wireless network and that the GPS function is enabled. To turn on geotagging When using the camera, tap (Settings icon).
  • Page 102 Different ways to use the volume key You can change the way you use the volume key. To change how the volume key is used When using the camera, tap (Settings icon). Tap Use Volume key as and select an option. The setting is saved. Volume key settings Zoom Use the volume key to zoom in or out.

  • Page 103: Photos And Videos In Album

    Photos and videos in Album Viewing photos and videos Use the Album application to view photos and play videos that you’ve taken with your camera, or to view similar content that you've saved to your device. All photos and videos are displayed in a chronologically ordered grid. Album overview Open the Album home screen menu Launch Cast to share media files with another device...

  • Page 104: Album Home Screen Menu

    To change the size of the thumbnails • When viewing thumbnails of photos and videos in Album, pinch out to zoom in, or pinch in to zoom out. To zoom a photo • When you are viewing a photo, pinch out to zoom in, or pinch in to zoom out. To watch a slideshow of your photos When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap (Menu icon) >...

  • Page 105: Sharing And Managing Photos And Videos

    Return to the Album application home screen to view all content View all photos and videos taken with your device’s camera View all photos and videos saved on your device in different folders View all videos saved on your device View your photos on a map or in Globe view View your favorite photos and videos View photos and videos that you have hidden from view...

  • Page 106: Hiding Photos And Videos

    Tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap (Share icon). Tap the application that you want to use to share the photo, then follow the steps to send it. To use a photo as a contact picture When you are viewing a photo, tap the screen to display the toolbars, then tap (Menu icon) >...

  • Page 107: Connectivity

    USB mice. If the USB accessory has a USB Type-C connector, a USB Type-C host adapter is not necessary. USB Type-C host adapters are sold separately. Sony does not guarantee that all USB accessories are supported by your device.

  • Page 108: Nfc (Near Field Communication)

    Insert the USB Type-C to 3.5 mm Audio Jack Adapter into the USB port of your device. NFC (Near Field Communication) Use NFC to share data with other devices, such as videos, photos, web page addresses, music files, or contacts. You can also use NFC to scan tags that give you more information about a product or service, and tags that activate certain functions on your device.
  • Page 109 When the transfer is done, the contact information is saved on the receiving device and displayed on its screen. To share a music file with another device using NFC Make sure that both your device and the receiving device have the NFC function turned on, and that both screens are active and unlocked.

  • Page 110: Bluetooth Wireless Technology

    Connecting to an NFC compatible device You can connect your device to other NFC compatible devices produced by Sony, such as a speaker or a headphone. When establishing this kind of connection, refer to the User guide of the compatible device for more information.
  • Page 111 Note Some Bluetooth devices, for example, most Bluetooth headsets, require you to both pair and connect with the other device. Hint You can pair your device with several Bluetooth devices, but you can only connect to one Bluetooth profile at the same time. To pair your device with another Bluetooth device Make sure that the device you want to pair with has the Bluetooth function activated and is visible to other Bluetooth devices.
  • Page 112 To view the progress of the transfer, drag the status bar downwards. To open a received item, drag the status bar downwards and tap the relevant notification. To view files you have received using Bluetooth Find and tap Settings > Device connection > Connection preferences. Tap Received files.

  • Page 113: Smart Apps And Features That Save You Time

    Smart apps and features that save you time Using your device as a wallet You can use your device to pay for goods without reaching for your real wallet and manage all payment services in one place. When making a payment, remember to turn on the NFC function before you touch your device to a card reader.

  • Page 114: Clock And Calendar

    Clock and Calendar Calendar Use the Calendar application to manage your time schedule. If you have signed in to and synchronized your device with one or several online accounts that include calendars, for example, your Google account, then calendar events from these accounts will also appear in the Calendar application. You can select which calendars you want to integrate into the combined Calendar view.
  • Page 115 Clock overview Access the Alarm tab Access the World clock tab Access the Stopwatch tab Access the Timer tab View options for the current tab Open date and time settings Edit an existing alarm Turn an alarm on or off Add a new alarm To set a new alarm Find and tap Clock.
  • Page 116 Tap Edit time and select the desired values, then tap OK. Tap MORE SETTINGS to customize your alarm. Tap SAVE. To turn an alarm on or off • To turn an alarm on or off, tap an existing alarm. Hint The alarm in use is indicated by (Alarm on icon).

  • Page 117: Accessibility

    Accessibility Magnification Magnification allows you to zoom in to parts of the screen by tapping an area of the touchscreen three times in succession. To enable or disable Magnification Find and tap Settings > Accessibility > Magnification. Select an option and tap the switch to enable the function. To magnify an area and pan across the screen Make sure that Magnification is enabled.

  • Page 118: Talkback

    TalkBack TalkBack is a screen reader service for visually impaired users. TalkBack uses spoken feedback to describe any events or actions performed on your Android device. TalkBack describes the user interface and reads out software errors, notifications and messages. To enable TalkBack Find and tap Settings >...

  • Page 119: Support And Legal

    Support and legal Support application Use the Support app to find device and software information. You can read support topics, troubleshoot, or use helpful apps such as the device test. Visit our Web support directly from the app to read User guides, knowledge articles, or the Support forum.

  • Page 120: Warranty, Sar, And Usage Guidelines

    To perform a factory data reset Note To avoid permanent damage to your device, do not interrupt a factory data reset procedure. Back up any important data that is saved on the internal memory of your device to a memory card or other non-internal memory. If you have any encrypted files stored on an SD card, you should also remove the encryption to ensure you can still access them after the reset.

  • Page 121: Legal Information

    You, and not Sony, are entirely responsible for additional content that you download to or forward from your device. Prior to your use of any additional content, please verify that your intended use is properly licensed or is otherwise authorized.

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