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Nokia 8.1 Plus
User Guide
Issue 2019-03-25 en-US

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  • Page 1 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Issue 2019-03-25 en-US...

  • Page 2: About This User Guide

    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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Table of Contents About this user guide Get started Keep your phone up to date Keys and parts Insert or remove the SIM and memory card Charge your phone Switch on and set up your phone...
  • Page 4 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Camera basics Record a video Use your camera like a pro Have fun with the camera Save your photos and videos to a memory card Your photos and videos Internet and connections Activate Wi-Fi Use a mobile data connection...
  • Page 5 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Network services and costs Emergency calls Take care of your device Recycle Crossed-out wheelie bin symbol Battery and charger information Small children Medical devices Implanted medical devices Hearing Protect your device from harmful content Vehicles...

  • Page 6: Get Started

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide 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.

  • Page 7: Insert Or Remove The Sim And Memory Card

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide This user guide applies to the following models: TA-1188. 8. Earpiece 1. Flash 9. Proximity sensor 2. Fingerprint sensor 3. Main camera 10. Volume keys 4. Headset connector 11. Power/Lock key 5. Microphone 12. USB connector 6.
  • Page 8 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide and slide the tray out. If you have a single-SIM phone, put a nano-SIM card in slot 1 and a memory card in slot 2 on the tray with the contact areas face down. If you have a dual-SIM phone, put a nano-SIM card in slot 1 and either a second SIM or a memory card in slot 2 with the contact areas face down ¹.

  • Page 9: Charge Your Phone

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Charge your phone CHARGE THE BATTERY Plug a compatible charger into a wall outlet. Connect the cable to your phone. Your phone supports the USB type C cable. You can also charge your phone from a computer with a USB cable, but it may take a longer time.

  • Page 10: Switch On And Set Up Your Phone

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Switch on and set up your phone When you switch your phone on for the first time, your phone guides you to set up your network connections and phone settings. SWITCH ON YOUR PHONE To switch on your phone, press and hold the power key until the phone vibrates.

  • Page 11: Setting Up Fingerprint Id

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide CHOOSE WHICH SIM TO USE When, for example, making a call, you can choose which SIM to use by tapping the corresponding SIM 1 or SIM 2 button after you dial the number. Your phone shows the network status for both SIMs separately. Both SIM cards are available at the same time when the device is not being used, but while one SIM card is active, when, for example, making a call, the other may be unavailable.

  • Page 12: Lock Or Unlock Your Phone

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide ADD A FINGERPRINT Tap  Settings  >  Security & Location  >  Fingerprint . If you don’t have screen lock set up on your phone, tap  Set up screen lock . Select what backup unlocking method you want to use for the lock screen and follow the instructions shown on your phone.
  • Page 13 Nokia 8.1 Plus 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.
  • Page 14 Nokia 8.1 Plus 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.
  • Page 15 Nokia 8.1 Plus 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  to switch to  Portrait .

  • Page 16: Basics

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Basics Personalize your phone Learn how to personalize the home screen and how to change ringtones. CHANGE YOUR WALLPAPER Tap  Settings  >  Display  >  Wallpaper . CHANGE YOUR PHONE RINGTONE Tap  Settings  >  Sound . Tap  Phone ringtone (SIM1)  or >  Phone ringtone (SIM2)  to select the ringtone for respective SIMs.

  • Page 17: Notifications

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide CLOSE AN APP Tap check_bo, and tap close on the app you want to close. FIND YOUR APPS On the home screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to see all your apps.

  • Page 18: Control Volume

    Nokia 8.1 Plus 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 mode_edi, tap and hold an icon, and then drag it to another location.

  • Page 19: Screenshots

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide CHANGE THE VOLUME FOR MEDIA AND APPS Press a volume key on the side of your phone to see the volume status bar, tap keyboard, and drag the slider on the volume bar for media and apps left or right.
  • Page 20 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide EXTEND BATTERY LIFE To save power: Always charge the battery fully. Stop apps from running in the Mute unnecessary sounds, such as background: tap check_bo, and close the touch sounds. Tap  Settings  >  Sound apps you don’t need.

  • Page 21: Save On Data Roaming Costs

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Save on data roaming costs You can cut data roaming costs and save on your phone bills by changing mobile data settings. To use the optimal connection method, change the Wi-Fi and mobile networks settings.

  • Page 22: Write Text

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Write text Learn how to write text quickly and efficiently using your phone’s keyboard. USE THE ON-SCREEN KEYBOARD Writing with the on-screen keyboard is easy. You can use the keyboard when holding your phone in portrait or landscape mode. The keyboard layout can vary in different apps and languages.
  • Page 23 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide ADD AN ACCENT TO A CHARACTER Tap and hold the character, and tap the accent or the accented character, if supported by your keyboard. DELETE A CHARACTER Tap the backspace key. MOVE THE CURSOR To edit a word you just wrote, tap the word, and drag the cursor to the place you want.

  • Page 24: Date And Time

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide CORRECT A WORD If you notice that you have misspelled a word, tap it to see suggestions for correcting the word. SWITCH SPELL CHECKER OFF Tap  Settings  >  System  >  Languages & input  >  Advanced  >  Spell checker , and switch  Spell checker ...
  • Page 25 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Clock and alarm Your clock is not just for alarms – learn what else you can do. USE THE COUNTDOWN TIMER No more overcooking – use the countdown timer to measure your cooking times. Tap  Clock  >   TIMER .

  • Page 26: Calculator

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide SWITCH AN ALARM OFF When the alarm sounds, swipe the alarm right. DELETE AN ALARM Tap  Clock  > access_a  ALARM . Select the alarm, and tap delete  Delete . Calculator Forget your pocket calculator – there’s a calculator in your phone.
  • Page 27 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide INCREASE OR DECREASE THE DISPLAY SIZE Do you want to make the items on your screen smaller or larger? Tap  Settings  >  Accessibility . Tap  Display size  and to adjust the display size, drag the display size level slider.

  • Page 28: Connect With Your Friends And Family

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Connect with your friends and family Calls MAKE A CALL Tap phone. Type in a number, or tap group and select a contact you want to call. Tap phone. If you have a second SIM inserted, tap the corresponding icon to make a call from a specific SIM.

  • Page 29: Send And Receive Messages

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide SAVE A CONTACT FROM CALL HISTORY In  Phone , tap schedule to see call history. Tap the number you want to save. Select if you want to  Create new contact  or  Add to a contact . Type in the contact information, and tap  Save .

  • Page 30: Mail

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide SEND A MESSAGE Tap  Messages . Tap add_circ. To add a recipient, type their number in a recipients box. To add a contact, start typing their name and tap the contact. After choosing all the recipients, tap done.

  • Page 31: Get Social

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide email address . After adding all the accounts, tap  TAKE ME TO GMAIL . DELETE A MAIL ACCOUNT Tap  Settings  >  Users & accounts . Tap the account you want to delete and tap  REMOVE ACCOUNT . SEND MAIL Tap  Gmail .
  • Page 32 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide SOCIAL APPS To keep in touch with your friends and family, sign in to your instant messaging, sharing, and social networking services. Select the service you want to use from your Home screen. Social apps are available in the  Google Play Store . The available services may vary.

  • Page 33: Camera

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Camera Camera basics Why carry a separate camera if your phone has all you need for capturing memories? With your phone's camera, you can easily take photos or record videos. TAKE A PHOTO Shoot sharp and vibrant photos – capture the best moments in your photo album.

  • Page 34: Record A Video

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Tip: When you take a picture-in-picture photo or record a picture-in-picture video, and want to move the smaller picture, tap and hold it and drag it to the place where you want. TAKE PANORAMAS Tap  Camera .

  • Page 35: Have Fun With The Camera

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Use your camera like a pro SET THE CAMERA TO PRO MODE Tap  Camera  >  Pro . USE BOKEH MODE If you want to be able to change the focus area of your photo after you have taken it, use Bokeh mode when taking a photo.

  • Page 36: Save Your Photos And Videos To A Memory Card

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide USE ANIMATED EMOJIS Tap  Camera  > . To take an animated emoji shot of your friend, aim the camera at your friend's face, select an animal character, and tap panorama. To take an animated emoji shot of yourself, tap , select an animal character, and tap panorama.
  • Page 37 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Your photos and videos VIEW PHOTOS AND VIDEOS ON YOUR PHONE Want to relive those important moments? 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.

  • Page 38: Internet And Connections

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide 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.

  • Page 39: Browse The Web

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide TURN ON THE MOBILE DATA CONNECTION Swipe down from the top of the screen, tap  Mobile data  and switch  Mobile data  USE A MOBILE DATA CONNECTION WHEN ROAMING Tap  Settings  >  Network & Internet  >  Mobile network , and switch  Roaming  to  On ...
  • Page 40 Nokia 8.1 Plus 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.

  • Page 41: Close A Connection

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide SEARCH THE WEB Explore the web and the outside world with Google search. You can use the keyboard to write your search words. In Chrome, Tap the search bar. Write your search word in the search box.

  • Page 42: Bluetooth

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide TURN ON AIRPLANE MODE Tap  Settings  >  Network & Internet . Switch on  Airplane mode . Airplane mode closes connections to the mobile network and switches your device’s wireless features off. Comply with the instructions and safety requirements given by, for example, an airline, and any applicable laws and regulations.
  • Page 43 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Paired devices can connect to your phone when Bluetooth is switched on. Other devices can detect your phone only if the Bluetooth settings view is open. Do not pair with or accept connection requests from an unknown device. This helps to protect your phone from harmful content.

  • Page 44: Vpn

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Switch  Bluetooth  to  On . Go to the content you want to send, and tap share >  Bluetooth . Tap the device to connect to. You can see the Bluetooth devices within range. If the other device needs a passcode, type in the passcode. The passcode, which you can make up, must be typed in on both devices.

  • Page 45: Music And Videos

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Music and videos Music Listen to your favorite music wherever you are. PLAY MUSIC Tap  Play Music  > menu >  Music library . Tap the artist, album, song, genre, or playlist you want to play. PAUSE OR RESUME PLAYBACK Tap pause to pause and play_arr to resume.

  • Page 46: Videos

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide In your computer's file manager, drag and drop your songs and videos to your phone. Videos Have your favourite media with you while on the move – watch videos wherever you are. PLAY A VIDEO Tap  Photos ...

  • Page 47: Organize Your Day

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Organize your day Calendar Keep track of time – learn how to keep your appointments, tasks, and schedules up to date. MANAGE CALENDARS Tap  Calendar  > dehaze, and select what type of calendar you want to see.

  • Page 48: Notes

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Notes MAKE A NOTE Notes on paper are easy to lose. Instead, jot them down with  Keep  app. This way, you always have your notes with you. Tap  Keep  >  Take a note . Write a note.

  • Page 49: Maps

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Maps Find places and get directions FIND A SPOT  Google Maps  helps you find specific locations and businesses. Tap  Maps . Write search words, such as a street address or place name, in the search bar.

  • Page 50: Download And Update Maps

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Download and update maps DOWNLOAD A MAP Save new maps to your phone before a journey, so you can browse the maps without an internet connection when traveling. Tap  Maps  > menu >  Offline maps  >  SELECT YOUR OWN MAP .
  • Page 51 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide SWITCH ON LOCATION SERVICES Your phone shows your location on the map using a satellite positioning system, Wi- Fi, or network (Cell ID based positioning. The availability, accuracy and completeness of the location info depend on, for example, your location, surroundings, and third party sources, and may be limited.

  • Page 52: Apps And Services

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Apps and services Google Play Your Android phone can live up to its full potential with Google Play – apps, music, movies and books are all readily available for your entertainment. ADD A GOOGLE ACCOUNT TO YOUR PHONE Tap  Settings ...
  • Page 53 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide REMOVE DOWNLOADED APPS Tap  Play Store  > menu >  My apps & games , choose an app you want to remove, and tap  UNINSTALL . GET MUSIC, MOVIES, OR BOOKS WITH GOOGLE PLAY With Google Play, you can gain access to songs, movies, and books.

  • Page 54: Software Updates And Backups

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Software updates and backups Update your phone software Stay in step with the beat – update your phone software and apps wirelessly to get new and enhanced features for your phone. Updating the software may also improve your phone performance.

  • Page 55: Restore Original Settings And Remove Private Content From Your Phone

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide SWITCH ON AUTOMATIC BACKUP Tap  Settings  >  System  >  Backup , and switch back up on. Restore original settings and remove private content from your phone Accidents can happen – if your phone is not working properly, you can restore its settings.

  • Page 56: Protect Your Phone

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Protect your phone Protect your phone with your fingerprint You can unlock your phone with just a touch of your finger. Set up your fingerprint ID for extra security. ADD A FINGERPRINT Tap  Settings  >  Security & Location  >  Fingerprint . If you don’t have screen lock set up on your phone, tap  Set up screen lock .

  • Page 57: Access Codes

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide SELECT YOUR SIM PIN You can choose which digits to use for the SIM PIN. The SIM PIN code can be 4-8 digits. Tap  Settings  >  Security & Location  >  SIM card lock . Under the selected SIM card, tap  Change SIM PIN .
  • Page 58 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide PUK OR PUK2 CODES PUK or PUK2 codes are required to unblock a PIN or PIN2 code. If the codes are not supplied with your SIM card, contact your network service provider. LOCK CODE Also known as security code or password.
  • Page 59 Nokia 8.1 Plus 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.

  • Page 60: Product And Safety Information

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Product and safety information For your safety Read these simple guidelines. Not following them may be dangerous or against local laws and regulations. For further info, read the complete user guide. SWITCH OFF IN RESTRICTED AREAS...
  • Page 61 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide INTERFERENCE All wireless devices may be susceptible to interference, which could affect performance. AUTHORIZED SERVICE Only authorized personnel may install or repair this product. BATTERIES, CHARGERS, AND OTHER ACCESSORIES Use only batteries, chargers, and other accessories approved by HMD Global Oy for use with this device.
  • Page 62 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide KEEP YOUR DEVICE DRY If your device is water-resistant, please refer to its IP rating for more detailed guidance. GLASS PARTS 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.

  • Page 63: Network Services And Costs

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide PROTECT YOUR HEARING To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. Exercise caution when holding your device near your ear while the loudspeaker is in use. This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used either in the normal use position against the ear or when positioned at least 0.2 inches (5 mm) away from...

  • Page 64: Emergency Calls

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide network type  to  3G . Note: Using Wi-Fi may be restricted in some countries. For example, in the EU, you are only allowed to use 5150–5350 MHz Wi-Fi indoors, and in the USA and Canada, you are only allowed to use 5.15–5.25 GHz Wi-Fi indoors.

  • Page 65: Recycle

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide corrode electronic circuits. Only use a soft, clean, dry cloth to Do not use or store the device in clean the surface of the device. dusty or dirty areas. Do not paint the device. Paint can Do not store the device in high prevent proper operation.

  • Page 66: Crossed-Out Wheelie Bin Symbol

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Crossed-out wheelie bin symbol CROSSED-OUT WHEELIE BIN SYMBOL The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol on your product, battery, literature, or packaging reminds you that all electrical and electronic products and batteries must be taken to separate collection at the end of their working life. Do not dispose of these products as unsorted municipal waste: take them for recycling.
  • Page 67 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide replace the battery, take the device to the nearest authorized service facility. Charge your device with the provided charger. Charger plug type may vary. Charging time can vary depending on device capability. BATTERY AND CHARGER SAFETY INFO Once charging of your device is complete, unplug the charger from the device and electrical outlet.

  • Page 68: Small Children

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Small children Your device and its accessories are not toys. They may contain small parts. Keep them out of the reach of small children. Medical devices Operation of radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may interfere with inadequately shielded medical devices’...

  • Page 69: Protect Your Device From Harmful Content

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide Some wireless devices may interfere with some hearing aids. Protect your device from harmful content Your device may be exposed to viruses and other harmful content. Take the following precautions: Be cautious when opening messages. They may contain malicious software or otherwise be harmful to your device or computer.

  • Page 70: Certification Information (Sar)

    SAR tests are carried out with the device in standard operating positions, transmitting at its highest certified power level, in all its frequency bands. Please refer to www.nokia.com/phones/sar for the maximum SAR value of the device. This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used against the head or when positioned at least 5/8 inch (1.5 centimetres) away from the body.

  • Page 71: About Digital Rights Management

    Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide To send data or messages, a good connection to the network is needed. Sending may be delayed until such a connection is available. Follow the separation distance instructions until the sending is finished. During general use, the SAR values are usually well below the values stated above.
  • Page 72 All are subject to change without notice. HMD Global Oy is the exclusive licensee of the Nokia brand for phones & tablets. Nokia is a registered trademark of Nokia Corporation. HMD Global Privacy Policy, available at http://www.nokia.com/phones/privacy, applies to your use of the device.
  • Page 73 Nokia 8.1 Plus User Guide All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. QUALCOMM APTX Qualcomm and Snapdragon are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries. aptX is a trademark of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd., registered in the United States and other countries.

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