DRAFTFOR INTERNA L USE ONLYAccounts and Messaging 69Accounts and MessagingWith Sprint service and your device’s messaging capabilities, you have the opportunity to shareinformation through many different channels and accounts.Gmail / GoogleEmailSocial Networking AccountsGmail / GoogleYou will need a Google account to access several device features such as Gmail, Google Maps,Google Talk, and the Google Play applications. Before you are able to access Googleapplications, you must enter your account information. These applications sync between yourdevice and your online Google account.Create a Google AccountSign In to Your Google AccountAccess GmailSend a Gmail MessageRead and Reply to Gmail MessagesCreate a Google AccountIf you do not already have a Google account, you can create one online or using your device.Note: You can also create and sign into your Google/Gmail account through your device’sSetup application.Although you need a Gmail account to use certain features of your device, such asGoogle Play, you do not need to use Gmail as the default account for your device.Create a Google Account Online1. From a computer, launch a Web browser and navigate to www.google.com.2. On the main page, click Sign in > SIGN UP.3. Follow the onscreen prompts to create your free account.4. Look for an email from Google in the email box you provided, and respond to the emailto confirm and activate your new account.
