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Google applications...............
Google apps are preinstalled on your phone to improve work efficiency
and help you enjoy life.
This manual briefly introduces the apps. For detailed features and
user guides, refer to related websites or the introduction provided in
the apps.
You are recommended to register with a Google account to enjoy all
the functions.
9.1 Chrome
A web browser with which you can surf the internet.
Your bookmarks, browsing history, and settings across all devices with
the browser installed can be synchronised with your Google account.
9.2 Gmail
As the Google's web-based email service, Gmail is configured when
you first set up your phone. With this application, you can receive and
send mails, manage mails by labels, and archive mails, etc. Mails can be
automatically synchronised with your Gmail account.
9.3 Maps
Google Maps offers satellite imagery, street maps, 360° panoramic
views of streets, real-time traffic conditions, and route planning for
traveling by foot, car, or public transportation. By using this application,
you can get your own location, search for a place, and get suggested
route planning for your trips.
9.4 YouTube
YouTube is an online video-sharing application where users can upload,
view, and share videos. Available content includes video clips, TV clips,
music videos, and other content such as video blogging, short original
videos, and educational videos. It supports a streaming function that
allows you to start watching videos almost as soon as they begin
downloading from the internet.
9.5 Play Store
Serves as the official app store for the Android operating system,
allowing users to browse and download applications and games.
Applications are either free of charge or at a cost.
In Play Store, search for the app you need, download it and then follow
the installation guide to install the app. You can also uninstall, update
an app, and manage your downloads.
9.6 Drive
A file storage and synchronisation service created by Google, which
allows users to store files in the cloud, share and edit files.
Files in Drive are well kept and you can reach your files from any
device by logging in to your Google account. Files or folders can be
shared privately with particular users having a Google account.
9.7 Play Music
A music streaming service and online music locker operated by Google.
You can upload and listen to a large number of songs for free. In
addition to offering music streaming for internet-connected devices,
the Google Play Music app allows music to be stored and listened to
offline.
