Important: For important information on the safe use of your device and battery, read “For your safety” and “Product Safety” info in the printed user guide, or at www.nokia.com/support before you take the device into use. To find out how to get started with your new device, read the printed user guide.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide 2 Get started KEEP YOUR PHONE UP TO DATE Your phone software Keep your phone up to date and accept available software updates to get new and enhanced features for your phone. Updating the software may also improve your phone’s performance.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Some of the accessories mentioned in this user guide, such as charger, headset, or data cable, may be sold separately. Important: The device screen and back cover are made of glass. This glass can break if the device is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Use only original nano-SIM cards. Use of incompatible SIM cards may damage the card or the device, and may corrupt data stored on the card. Use only compatible memory cards approved for use with this device. Incompatible cards may damage the card and the device and corrupt data stored on the card.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Transfer data from your previous phone You can transfer data from an old phone to your new phone using your Google account. To back up data on your old phone to your Google account, refer to your old phone’s user guide.
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Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Tap and hold to drag an item Place your finger on the item for a couple of seconds, and slide your finger across the screen. Swipe Place your finger on the screen, and slide your finger in the direction you want.
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Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Scroll through a long list or menu Slide your finger quickly in a flicking motion up or down the screen, and lift your finger. To stop the scrolling, tap the screen. Zoom in or out Place 2 fingers on an item, such as a map, photo, or web page, and slide your fingers apart or together.
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Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Lock the screen orientation The screen rotates automatically when you turn the phone 90 degrees. To lock the screen in portrait mode, swipe down from the top of the screen, and tap Auto-rotate .
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide 3 Basics PERSONALIZE YOUR PHONE Change your wallpaper Tap Settings > Display > Advanced > Wallpaper . Change your phone ringtone Tap Settings > Sound > Phone ringtone , and select the tone.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Use the quick setting icons To activate features, tap the quick settings icons on the notification panel. To see more icons, drag the menu down. To rearrange the icons, tap �, tap and hold an icon, and then drag it to another location.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide AUTOMATIC TEXT CORRECTION Learn how to write text quickly and efficiently using the keyboard text correction. Use keyboard word suggestions Your phone suggests words as you write, to help you write quickly and more accurately. Word suggestions may not be available in all languages.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide account. To speak with Google Assistant, press the key and ask your question. You see Google Assistant’s answer on your phone’s display. If your country or region does not support Google Assistant, you can still use the Google Assistant key: •...
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Network & Internet > Airplane mode . mobile network and switches your device’s Airplane mode closes connections to the wireless features off. ACCESSIBILITY You can change various settings to make using your phone easier.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide 4 Connect with your friends and family CALLS Make a call 1. Tap �. 2. Tap � and type in a number, or tap � and select a contact you want to call.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide 1. Tap Messages . name and tap the contact. 4. To add more recipients, tap �. After 2. Tap Start chat . choosing all the recipients, tap �. 3. To add a recipient, tap �, type in their number, and tap �.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide 5 Internet and connections ACTIVATE WI-FI Using a Wi-Fi connection is generally faster and less expensive than using a mobile data connection. If both Wi-Fi and mobile data connections are available, your phone uses the Wi- Fi connection.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Start browsing No need for a computer – you can easily browse the internet on your phone. Catch up on the news, and visit your favorite websites. You can use the browser on your phone to view web pages on the internet.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Since devices with Bluetooth wireless technology communicate using radio waves, they do not need to be in direct line-of-sight. Bluetooth devices must, however, be within 10 meters (33 feet) of each other, although the connection may be subject to interference from obstructions such as walls or from other electronic devices.
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Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Get started with NFC Switch on the NFC features in your phone, and start tapping to share stuff or connect to devices. To see if your phone supports NFC, tap Settings > Connected devices >...
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Disconnect the connected accessory If you don’t need to be connected to the accessory anymore, you can disconnect the accessory. Tap the NFC area of the accessory again. For more info, see the accessory’s user guide.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide 6 Organize your day DATE AND TIME Set date and time Tap Settings > System > Date & time . Update the time and date automatically You can set your phone to update the time, date, and time zone automatically. Automatic update is a network service and may not be available depending on your region or network service provider.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide CALENDAR Manage calendars Tap Calendar > �, and select what type of calendar you want to see. Calendars are added automatically when you add an account to your phone. To add a new account with a calendar, go to the apps menu and tap Settings >...
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide 7 Camera CAMERA BASICS Take a photo Shoot sharp and vibrant photos – capture the best moments in your photo album. 1. Tap Camera . 2. Take aim and focus. 3. Tap �.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide USE YOUR CAMERA LIKE A PRO Learn about your camera settings In the Camera app, tap � to learn more about each setting. Blur the background of your photo If you want to blur the background of your photo, select the portrait mode and try out the different background blurring effects.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide YOUR PHOTOS AND VIDEOS View photos and videos on your phone Tap Photos . Copy your photos and videos to your computer Do you want to view your photos or videos on a larger screen? Move them to your computer.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide 8 Maps FIND PLACES AND GET DIRECTIONS Find a spot Google Maps helps you find specific locations and businesses. 1. Tap Maps . 2. Write search words, such as a street address or place name, in the search bar.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Update an existing map 1. Tap Maps > � > Offline maps and the map name. 2. Tap UPDATE . If the icon � is not available, tap the icon for Google user account or your Google user account photo.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide 9 Apps, updates, and backups GET APPS FROM GOOGLE PLAY You need to have a Google account added to your phone to use Google Play services. Charges may apply to some of the content available in Google Play. To add a payment method, tap Play Store >...
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide UPDATE YOUR PHONE SOFTWARE Install available updates Tap Settings > System updates > Check for system updates to check if updates are available. When your phone notifies you that an update is available, just follow the instructions shown on your phone.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide 10 Protect your phone PROTECT YOUR PHONE WITH A SCREEN LOCK You can set your phone to require authentication when unlocking the screen. Set a screen lock 1. Tap Settings > Security > Screen lock .
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Unlock your phone with your face To unlock your phone, just turn your screen on and look at the camera. If there is a facial recognition error, and you cannot use alternative sign-in methods to recover or reset the phone in any way, your phone will require service.
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Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide PIN or PIN2 code PIN or PIN2 codes have 4-8 digits. These codes protect your SIM card against unauthorized use or are required to access some features. You can set your phone to ask for the PIN code when you switch it on.
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Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Locate or lock your phone If you lose your phone, you may be able to find, lock, or erase it remotely if you have signed in to a Google Account. Find My Device is on by default for phones associated with a Google Account.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide The device and/or its screen is made of glass. This glass can break if the device is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact. If the glass breaks, do not touch the glass parts of the device or attempt to remove the broken glass from the device.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Important: 5G might not be supported by your network service provider or by the service provider you are using when traveling. Ask your network service provider for details. If 5G is not supported by your network service provider, it is recommended that you change the highest connection speed from 5G to 4G.
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Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide • Keep the device dry. Precipitation, • Unauthorized modifications may damage humidity, and all types of liquids or the device and violate regulations moisture can contain minerals that governing radio devices. corrode electronic circuits.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Crossed-out wheelie bin symbol BATTERY AND CHARGER INFORMATION Battery and charger info To check if your phone has a removable or non-removable battery, see the Get started guide. Devices with a removable battery Use your device only with an original rechargeable battery.
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Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide temperatures and lose enough power to switch off the phone within minutes. When you are outdoors in cold temperatures, keep your phone warm. Obey local regulations. Recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste.
Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide SAR- , SAR- SAR- www.sar-tick.com (WHO) WHO- www.who.int/peh-emf/en COPYRIGHTS AND OTHER NOTICES Copyrights and other notices The availability of some products, features, applications and services described in this guide may vary by region and require activation, sign up, network and/or internet connectivity and an appropriate service plan.
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HMD Global Privacy Policy, available at http://www.nokia.com/phones/privacy, applies to your use of the device. HMD Global Oy is the exclusive licensee of the Nokia brand for phones & tablets. Nokia is a registered trademark of Nokia Corporation. Android, Google and other related marks and logos are trademarks of Google LLC.
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Nokia 8 V 5G UW User Guide Switch on the night light If you need to look at your screen in dim light, switch on the night light. Tap Settings > Display > Night Light > TURN ON NOW . The display is tinted warm yellow. To switch off the night light, tap TURN OFF NOW .