!SMARTPHONE BASICS - Intro to your device

Smartphone Basics:

Intro to your device

Evacuation

01

Go out the front doors and assemble in the mall carpark.

Toilets

02

Behind us

03

Questions?

Please ask!

Intro to your device

Smartphone Basics

Intro to Apps

For those who want to use their smartphones and devices to enhance their everyday lives. Learn the basics of smartphone navigation before learning how to download and use apps of your choice. 4 sessions over 4 weeks.

Using your camera

Useful Apps & Things you want to know

Leala Faleseuga

Digital Inclusion Coordinator

B.Y.O. device.

• Sessions are usually 1-2 hours
• Device isn't necessary
• Ask questions as you need

Upcoming classes

+ info

Learning Outcomes

What can we hope to get out of today?

Knowledge

Confidence

Understanding

Get to know your phone and its basic settings.

Understanding about what a smartphone is

Confidence in using your device, and condidence to learn.

How do you currently use your device?

What is a smartphone?

What is a smartphone?

Is a Smartphone for me?

Mobile Devices

Both smartphones and tablets are types of mobile devices, which are essentially types of hand-held computers. It's like having a computer in your hand! Mobile devices are very portable and versitile, and for many people they will service all of their digital and computing needs. Some limitations:

• Often will need Wi-Fi for full capability
• Limited / no USB ports
• No optical drive etc

Other types: Notebook, handheld gaming console, pocket calculator, smartwatches, digital cameras etc...

This week, we are going to start with the basics of your device.

Next week, we will delve into the software... apps!

What type of Smartphone do you have? Apple or Android?What does this mean?

Operating system

Your device will have a dedicated mobile operating system. The two most common types are:

• Apple iOS
• Google Android

What type of device you choose will come down to personal preference, they are generally considered to be as good as each other for everyday personal use. While they operate in similar ways, they are not exactly the same.

Operating System

Apple and Android

Which one?

Let's take a look at the handout!

Let's talk about the basics of your device

Hardware and Software

We are talking about the hardware today, next week.... software!

Updates are important!

Your system updates are very important!

Don't ignore them! Set them on auto You can check this out in your settings

Settings

The control centre of your device

• Identifiable by a 'cog' like icon
• Has a large menu, but the search icon will help!
• Controls everything on your phone

Setting up a new phone

The basics

Setting up a new phone

Setting up a new phone

Device basics

Device basics

Gestures

All phones and tables share common finger movements, known as gestures, that are used to operate the device.

Device basics

Screenshotting & screen recording

A screenshot is a picture of what’s on your phone screen at a specific moment, saved for easy sharing or reference. A screen recording is a video of everything happening on your phone screen, captured in real-time. It’s saved so you can rewatch or share exactly what you saw and did.

Device basics

Connecting to Wi Fi

Device basics

Device basics

Device basics

Using your Settings App

Apple and Android

What is Settings? The Settings app lets you control how your phone works — things like Wi-Fi, sounds, screen brightness, apps, and privacy. 🛠 How to Find It: Android: Look for the ⚙️ gear icon labeled Settings iPhone: Look for the ⚙️ grey gear icon labeled Settings Usually found on your home screen or in the App Drawer (Android).

Using your Settings App

🔍 Tips: Use the Search bar at the top of Settings to find things quickly. Scroll gently — there are lots of settings, and it's okay to explore. You can't "break" anything by looking!

How long will your device last?

Let's practice with your devices...Any questions?

Thank you!See you next session... Intro to Apps!

lealaf@horowhenua.govt.nz