BlackBerry 10.3 User Manual

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with your car using Bluetooth technology, or use Internet tethering to connect to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices. NFC lets you 
share files easily between devices.
Check which wireless networks your device connects 
to
Your BlackBerry device won't necessarily connect to every type of network that's listed on your device. Your device is 
capable of connecting to all the networks listed, but actually connecting to each type of network also depends on your 
wireless service plan. For more information about the wireless networks that your device connects to, see the Safety and 
Product Information
 document for your device.
1.
On the home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen.
2.
Tap 
 Settings > About.
3.
In the Category drop-down list at the top of the screen, tap Network.
Give your device a nickname
You can change the name of your BlackBerry device as it appears to other devices. This nickname is helpful when you 
share media files wirelessly or connect using Bluetooth technology.
1.
On the home screen, swipe down from the top of the screen.
2.
Tap 
 Settings > About.
3.
In the Device Name field, enter the new name for your device.
Wireless connections icons
The following icons might appear in the upper-right corner of the home screen to indicate the wireless coverage level that 
your BlackBerry device currently has.
The number of solid bars indicates the strength of the 
mobile network signal. If the signal is weak, your device 
might use more power to try to maintain the connection.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
     
Your device is connected to the network type shown and can 
access all of the features of your mobile network plan.
 
 
 
 
 
         
Your device is connected to the network type shown but the 
network functionality is limited. You're likely able to make a 
phone call, but not able to access the Internet or view email 
messages.
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