4Section 1: Getting StartedThis section allows you to quickly start using the SamsungGALAXY S III phone by installing the SIM and microSD cards,installing and charging the battery, activating your service,and setting up your voicemail account.Understanding This User ManualThe sections of this manual generally follow the features ofyour phone. A robust index for features begins on page 225.Also included is important safety information that you shouldknow before using this phone. Most of this information isnear the back of the guide, beginning on page 188.This manual gives navigation instructions according to thedefault display settings. If you select other settings,navigation steps may be different.Note:• Instructions in this manual are based on default settings,and may vary from your phone, depending on the softwareversion on your phone, and any changes to the phone’sSettings.• Unless otherwise specified, all instructions in this manualassume that you are starting from the Home screen. To getto the Home screen, you may need to unlock the phone orkeypad. (For more information, refer to “Securing YourPhone” on page 17)• All screen images in this manual are simulated. Actualdisplays may vary, depending on the software version ofyour phone and any changes to the phone’s Settings.
