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Chapter 1: Get to know your smartphone!

The first chapter gives you an overview of the smartphone and deals with first personal settings.

The application examples in the videos use the smartphone operating system that is most common. Moreover, smartphones with a user interface especially designed for senior citizens are presented. The videos also include references to differences in other brands or models as examples.

What is a smartphone?

The very beginning of this chapter answers the fundamental question: what is a smartphone? (The video is only available in German.)

 

How do I use the smartphone?

This video explains how to use and operate a smartphone - typing, swiping and zooming - and what to look out for. (The video is only available in German.)

 

How is the surface of the smartphone organised?

This video deals with the surface of the smartphone. It shows where to find basic functions, control elements or necessary information and where notifications appear. (The video is only available in German.)

 

How do I change the surface of my smartphone? 

In this video, you will learn how to change the user interface on a smartphone and adapt it to your own needs. (The video is only available in German.)

 

How do I find the settings on the smartphone?

This video explains how to open the settings, how to find your way around and which setting options there are. (The video is only available in German.)