Sony Xperia S User Manual

This document is the Xperia™ S User Guide, which provides important information about the phone, Android™ system, applications, setup guide, accounts and services, phone overview, key usage, battery usage, touchscreen usage, home screen, accessing and using applications, status and notifications, phone settings, typing text, adjusting volume, customizing the phone, stereo portable handsfree, internet and messaging settings, data monitor, turning off data traffic, data roaming, network settings, calling, emergency calls, call handling, voicemail, multiple calls, conference calls, call settings, contacts, transferring contacts, contacts management, communicating with contacts, sharing contacts, backing up contacts, messaging, email, Gmail™ and other Google™ services, Google Talk™, Timescape™, Timescape™ main view, using Timescape™, Timescape™ settings, Timescape™ Friends widget, Timescape™ Share widget, getting started with Android Market™, downloading from Android Market™, clearing application data, permissions.


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Brand
SONY
Category
Cell Phones
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
139
File format
PDF
File size
7.1 MB
Published
11 May, 2012
Updated
28 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
40D2BB760589F6BA0F14858074C88713

About this manual

This guide covers everything you need to start using your Sony Xperia S, from removing the back cover and inserting the micro SIM card to navigating the home screen, managing contacts, and using built‑in Google services. Detailed sections explain how to make calls, send messages, take photos, and enjoy multimedia features such as Music Unlimited and Video Unlimited.

Additional chapters describe connectivity options like Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, and GPS, as well as troubleshooting tips, battery care, and how to update the phone’s software. The manual is organized with a table of contents and indexed topics for quick reference.

What's inside

  • Getting Started
  • Phone Overview
  • Using the Keys
  • Battery and Power
  • Home Screen
  • Applications
  • Status and Notifications
  • Phone Settings
  • Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi
  • Google Services

Frequently asked questions

How do I insert the micro SIM card into the Xperia S?

Remove the back cover, then insert the micro SIM card into its slot with the gold‑coloured contacts facing down.

How do I pair a Bluetooth device with the phone?

Select “Pairing with another Bluetooth™ …” from the Bluetooth menu to start the pairing process.

How do I remove the back cover?

Press down on the back cover with your thumbs and slide it upwards to remove it.

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