HangoutsHangouts is an application for instant messaging offered by Google.1. From home, tap Apps > Hangouts.2. If you have already signed in to a Google Account, it displays on the Hangouts screen.– or –If you have not already signed in to a Google Account, tap Enter your email to sign in to anexisting Google Account or tap Or create a new account to create a new Google Account. (SeeSign in to Your Google Account or Create a Google Account.)3. Follow the prompts to begin using Google Hangouts.Note: You can use Hangouts as your phone’s default messaging app, or as a standalone IM app. If youset Hangouts as the default messaging app, the Messages app will be disabled. For more information,see Default Messaging App Settings.Accounts and Messaging 68
