Contents

Contents
Conventions used
Care and safety
1 Basics
- Welcome!
- Starting for the first time
- Using the touchscreen
2 Theres no place like Home
- Zen Home features
  - Home screen
- Personalizing your Home screen
  - App shortcuts
  - Widgets
  - Wallpapers
  - Extended Home screen
  - Setting up the date and time
  - Setting up your ringtone and alert sounds
  - Quick settings
  - System notifications
- Lock Screen
  - Customizing your lock screen
  - Customizing the quick access buttons
3 Keeping in touch
- Call in style (on selected models)
  - Dual SIM feature
  - Making calls
  - Receiving calls
  - Managing your call logs
  - Other call options
  - Managing multiple calls
  - Recording calls
- Managing contacts
  - Launching the Contacts app
  - Contacts Settings
  - Setting up your profile
  - Adding contacts
  - Setting up your VIPs
  - Marking your favorite contacts
  - Importing contacts
  - Exporting contacts
  - Managing your block list
  - Social networking with your contacts
  - Backup/restore call logs (on selected models)
- Send messages and more
  - Messaging (on selected models)
  - Omlet Chat
4 Your precious moments
- Capture moments
  - Launching the Camera app
  - Using Camera for the first time
  - Advanced camera features
- Using the Gallery
  - Viewing files from your social network or cloud storage
  - Viewing the photo location
  - Sharing files from the Gallery
  - Deleting files from the Gallery
  - Editing images
  - Using MicroFilm
5 Work hard, play harder
- Browser
  - Launching the Browser app
  - Sharing pages
  - Reading the pages later
  - Adding a new tab
  - Bookmarking pages
  - Smartly read online
  - Clearing the browser cache
- Email
  - Setting up email accounts
  - Adding email accounts
  - Setting up a Gmail account
- Calendar
  - Creating events
  - Adding accounts to Calendar
  - Creating an event from your account
  - Enabling alert reminders for events
- Whats Next
  - Getting event reminders
  - Accepting or declining invites to events
  - Getting event-related alerts
  - Getting the weather updates
  - Displaying the 7-day weather forecast
- Do It Later
  - Adding to-do tasks
  - Prioritizing to-do tasks
  - Calling back now (on selected models)
  - Catching up on my online reading now
  - Replying now (on selected models)
  - Deleting to-do tasks
- SuperNote
  - Creating a notebook
  - Sharing a notebook on the Cloud
  - Sharing a note to the Cloud
- File Manager
  - Accessing the internal storage
  - Accessing the external storage device
  - Accessing Cloud Storage
- The Cloud
  - ASUS WebStorage
- Data Transfer
6 Fun and entertainment
- Using a headset
  - Connecting the audio jack
- Play Games
  - Using Play Games
- Music
  - Launching Music
  - Playing songs
  - Streaming Cloud music
  - Creating a playlist
  - PlayTo other devices
7 Staying connected
- Mobile network (on selected models)
  - Enabling the mobile network
- Wi-Fi
  - Enabling Wi-Fi
  - Connecting to a Wi-Fi network
  - Disabling Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth
  - Enabling Bluetooth
  - Pairing your ASUS Tablet to a Bluetooth device
  - Unpairing your ASUS Tablet from the Bluetooth device
- Tethering
  - Wi-Fi Hotspot
  - Bluetooth Tethering
- PlayTo
  - Launching PlayTo
8 Travel and Maps
- Weather
  - Launching the Weather app
  - Weather home screen
- Clock
  - World Clock
  - Alarm clock
  - Stopwatch
  - Timer
9 ZenLink
- Knowing ZenLink
  - Party Link
  - Share Link
  - PC Link
  - Remote Link
10 Zen Everywhere
- Special Zen Tools
  - Calculator
  - Quick Memo
  - Sound Recorder
  - Audio Wizard
  - Splendid
  - Power Saver
11 Maintain your Zen
- Keeping your device up-to-date
  - Updating your system
  - Storage
  - Backup and reset
  - Securing your ASUS Tablet

ASUS Fonepad 8 (FE380CG) User Manual

ASUS Fonepad 8 (FE380CG) Phone manual cover

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ASUS Fonepad 8 (FE380CG) Phone Specification

The ASUS Fonepad 8 (FE380CG) is a versatile device that merges the functionality of a smartphone with the expansive display of a tablet. It features an 8-inch IPS display with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels, delivering sharp and vibrant visuals. The device is powered by an Intel Atom Z3530 quad-core processor clocked at 1.33 GHz, ensuring efficient multitasking and smooth performance. It runs on Android 4.4 KitKat with ASUS ZenUI, offering a user-friendly interface and a range of customization options.

The Fonepad 8 comes with 1GB of RAM and offers internal storage options of either 8GB or 16GB, expandable via a microSD card slot supporting up to 64GB. It supports dual SIM functionality, making it convenient for users who manage multiple phone lines.

Connectivity options include 3G, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and GPS, ensuring robust connectivity whether you're at home or on the go. The device is equipped with a 5-megapixel rear camera capable of capturing decent photos and a 2-megapixel front camera suited for video calls and selfies.

The Fonepad 8 houses a non-removable 4000mAh battery, providing sufficient power to last through a full day of moderate use. It measures 120mm in width, 214mm in height, and 8.9mm in thickness, weighing approximately 328 grams, which makes it portable and easy to handle. The ASUS Fonepad 8 (FE380CG) combines the convenience of a phone with the larger viewing experience of a tablet, making it suitable for users seeking a multipurpose device.

ASUS Fonepad 8 (FE380CG) Phone F.A.Q.

How do I perform a factory reset on my ASUS Fonepad 8 (FE380CG)?

To perform a factory reset, go to Settings > Backup & reset > Factory data reset. Confirm your selection to reset the device to its original settings.

What should I do if my ASUS Fonepad 8 does not turn on?

If your device does not turn on, try charging it for at least 15 minutes and then attempt to power it on. If it still does not turn on, perform a hard reset by pressing and holding the power button and volume down button simultaneously for about 10 seconds.

How can I improve the battery life of my ASUS Fonepad 8?

To improve battery life, reduce screen brightness, turn off Wi-Fi and Bluetooth when not in use, and close background apps. Additionally, enable the power saving mode in settings.

Why is my ASUS Fonepad 8 running slowly and how can I fix it?

Your device may run slowly due to too many apps running in the background. Try clearing the cache, uninstalling unused apps, and restarting the device. If the issue persists, consider a factory reset.

How do I take a screenshot on the ASUS Fonepad 8?

To take a screenshot, press and hold the power button and volume down button simultaneously until you see a capture animation on the screen.

How can I transfer files between my ASUS Fonepad 8 and a computer?

Connect your Fonepad to the computer using a USB cable. Select 'File Transfer' from the USB options on your device. Your device should appear on the computer, allowing you to drag and drop files.

What to do if apps keep crashing on my ASUS Fonepad 8?

First, ensure all apps and the operating system are updated to the latest version. Try clearing the app cache or data via Settings > Apps. If the problem persists, uninstall and reinstall the problematic app.

How can I update the firmware on my ASUS Fonepad 8?

To update the firmware, go to Settings > About > System update. If an update is available, follow the on-screen instructions to download and install it.

How do I set up a Wi-Fi connection on my ASUS Fonepad 8?

Go to Settings > Wi-Fi, and ensure Wi-Fi is turned on. Select your network from the list and enter your password to connect.

What can I do if my ASUS Fonepad 8 does not connect to Wi-Fi?

Ensure that Wi-Fi is enabled and airplane mode is off. Restart your device and router. Forget the Wi-Fi network and reconnect by entering the password again. If the issue persists, check for firmware updates.