The T-Mobile Sidekick cell phone is one of the most recognized and desired phones on the market. The Sidekick features a flip out screen that reveals a full keyboard that opens the cell phone up to so much more than just making calls. Here is a brief guide on how you can get started with your T-Mobile Sidekick.
Instructions
1. Charge your battery. The first thing you need to do with your Sidekick when you take it out of the box is plug it in and leave it alone for about four hours. It's tough, because you want to start exploring all the features, but a good initial charge will help you get more out of your phone.
2. Open up your phone. This feature is probably one of the reasons you got a Sidekick. To open the phone you need to flip the display screen clockwise. Place your thumb on the lower-left corner of the screen and gently guide it outward in a clockwise motion. The screen should smoothly rotate into place revealing the keyboard. Reverse the motion to close your phone.
3. Find the essential buttons on your Sidekick. The keyboard is located under the display. On the left side of the keyboard, you will find the power button and on the right side, you will find the directional pad. On the outside of the keyboard, you will find the menu button, jump button, back button and navigation wheel.
4. Familiarize yourself with the icons and indicators on your display. There is a battery icon that looks like a battery that will let you know how charged your battery is. There is also a temperature indicator that will appear above the battery if you phone is too hot or cold. Next to the battery icon is a signal indicator that will let you know how strong your current cellular reception is.
5. Make some calls. The Sidekick is so much more than just a cell phone, but you will probably still want to make the occasional call. There are two ways you can dial. The first is the open the phone and use the number keys on the keyboard. Once you have dialed, press the "Send Call" button to make your call. You can also call with the display closed. Scroll to the dial button, use the wheel to enter the numbers and press the "Send Call" button when you're done. Answer a call by pressing the "Answer Phone" button by click the wheel.
6. Use your user's manual to discover the multitude of other features your Sidekick has. This guide will get you started, but to get to know your Sidekick, you need to spend some time exploring. Send some text messages, browse the web, make some calls and explore all the features and options you can find on your Sidekick.
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