Did you just buy an Android phone or plan to do next? Do not know where to start? Here we tell you all you need.
What should I know?
- Remember that Android has multitasking, ie listening to music while you surf the Internet and many other options. But this implies a higher consumption of battery.
- Several versions of Android: 1.1, 1.5 (Cupcake), 1.6 (Donut), 2.0/2.1 (Eclair). Note that each version has its own characteristics, have different functions and support different types of applications (one application of 2.1 will not work in 1.6). You can see your version of Android if you go to Settings-> About Phone-> Firmware version.
- There are many great communities related to Android ROMs are dedicated to creating and modifying things to go better. If you do not have Android then these names will be new to you like XDA , MoDaCo or HTCMania.
What do I need?
You will need different things to really enjoy your new phone. Including..
A Google Account: Android is "Google" for phones. Just after starting the phone will ask you to sign in to your Google account. Why? Because Android is constantly synchronized with Google. This means
- Receive your emails from Gmail automatically
- Having all calendars synchronized
- Have all your contacts in sync
- Your Google Talk contact
- Your Google Maps
This way, when you open any phone you have everything exactly as you left it last time. If you add a contact in Gmail, you will automatically appear on your mobile and vice versa.
Social Networks: Now you have a great device in your hands. You'll be able to update your statements at any time, post photos or share things with the world. This will need flat rate or wi-fi, but in any case you should consider enrolling in a social network to start enjoying the small pleasures. Android has thousands of applications for Twitter, Facebook, Buzz, Orkut, Youtube, Hotmail, Skype and many more.
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