Setting Up Your Device

Follow the on-screen instructions to quickly set up your phone and email accounts.

To set up your device, follow the steps below:

  1. Select your language and tap Next.

  2. If you've already inserted the SIM card, the device will automatically be activated. Tap Next to continue.

  3. On the Welcome screen, tap Next to set up your device.

  4. If you want to sync contacts from the cloud, make sure Sync contacts is checkmarked, then tap Next. Otherwise, uncheck the option, then tap Next.

  5. Choose the type of email accounts you want to set up and configure them. Then tap Done with accounts.

  6. Read the Privacy caution and tap the I agree to share my location checkbox if you want to share your location information, then tap Next.

  7. Read the on-screen information and tap Starter mode* or Standard mode*, then tap Next.

  8. The Verizon setup is complete. Touch Next to continue.

  9. Tap Yes if you have an existing Google Account, then enter your email and password. Otherwise, tap No and select Get an account to create an account or Not now to skip this step.

    With a Google Account, Google applications are automatically synced between your phone and computer regardless of where you make an update.

  10. Confirm your Google and location settings and tap .

  11. Setup is complete. Tap Done to begin using your phone.

    * During the on-screen instructions for setup, you have the option to select from two different modes. If you did not make a selection, the default mode is Standard.

Starter mode

Simplified and easier experience for the first time smartphone user. If selected, your Home Screen will show as follows.

Standard mode

General-standard experience for users who are familiar with Android. If selected, your Home Screen will show as follows.

Follow the on-screen instructions to quickly set up your phone and email accounts. Instructions in this guide are written to Standard mode.