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Use your phone to connect your computer to the web

It’s simple to use the internet on your laptop on the go. Turn your phone into a Wi-Fi hotspot, and use your mobile data connection to access the internet with your laptop or other device.

  1. Tap Settings > More > Tethering & portable hotspot.
  2. Switch on the Portable Wi-Fi hotspot to share your mobile data connection over Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth tethering to use Bluetooth.

The other device uses data from your data plan, which may result in data traffic costs. For info on availability and costs, contact your network service provider.

Launch the browser

Catch up on the news, and visit your favorite websites. You can use Google Chrome on your phone to view web pages on the internet. Chrome can also help warn you against security threats.

To browse the web, you must be connected to the internet.

Tap Chrome.

Start browsing

No need for a computer - you can easily browse the internet on your phone.

  1. Tap Chrome.
  2. Type a web address and tap arrow_forward.
Tip: If your network service provider doesn't charge you a fixed fee for data transfer, to save on data costs, use a Wi-Fi network to connect to the internet.

Open a new tab

When you want to visit several websites at the same time, you can open new browser tabs and switch between them.

In Chrome,

  1. Tap the box next to the address bar.
  2. Tap add_box.

Switch between tabs

In Chrome,

  1. Tap the box next to the address bar.
  2. Tap the tab you want.

Close a tab

In Chrome,

  1. Tap the box next to the address bar.
  2. Tap X on the tab you want to close.

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,

  1. Tap the search bar.
  2. Write your search word in the search box.
  3. Tap arrow_forward.

You can also select a search word from the proposed matches.

Use your data plan efficiently

If you’re worried about your data usage costs, your phone helps you prevent some apps from sending or receiving data when running in the background.

  1. Tap Settings > Data usage > Data saver.
  2. Switch Data saver to On.
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  • Keys and parts
  • Insert or remove SIM and memory card
  • Charge your phone
  • Switch on and set up your phone
  • Dual SIM settings
  • Setting up fingerprint ID
  • Lock or unlock your phone
  • Use the touch screen
Internet and connections
  • Activate Wi-Fi
  • Use a cellular data connection
  • Browse the web
  • Close a connection
  • Bluetooth
  • NFC
  • VPN

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Repair

Tried self-help options and phone still not working? Let us take care of it.

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Repair

We know that sending your product in for repair can be an inconvenience. So to provide you reassurance, we have answered some common questions.

Whilst most solutions can be found in our help center, if you do need to have your Product repaired, we do our best to have it back in your hands within a matter of days.

Sending your Product in for repair happens in 4 easy steps:

Complete online form

Fill in the necessary details about your Product along with your own information.

Courier collection

Arrange a preferred time for your pre-packed Product to be collected or drop it off at an approved collection point.

Repair

We’ll evaluate your Product and repair or replace it (if not repairable) on the spot.

Product dispatched

Typically, within a day of repair or replacement, your Product is dispatched back to you.

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Recycle

Send us your unwanted devices for safe and secure disposal.

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Recycle

Don’t just throw out your old phone, tablet or accessory – recycle it and do some good for the planet.

Send your unwanted phone, tablet or accesory to us and enjoy peace of mind knowing that it will be safely and securely disposed of. It costs you nothing, and we’ll ensure that the raw materials get reused.

For further reassurance, we have provided the answers to some frequently asked questions. If you need any further information on how we recycle your phone, tablet or accessory or how to send it to us, you can contact us via live chat, email, or by calling us on +1 833 766 5420. California residents click here for information.

2 easy steps:

Complete online form

Fill in the necessary details about your Product along with your own information.

Courier

Drop it off at an approved collection point.
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Self-repair

Nokia G310 5G is designed and built to be repaired from home. That means, using easy to follow guides, authentic spare parts from iFixit, and a few simple tools, you’ll be able to make repairs yourself.

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