If you need to transfer contacts and media from one device to another, follow these step-by-step instructions before activating the new device.
Notes:
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if performing this setup for the first time (out-of-the-box), view this info.
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Accounts (e.g., Gmail, email, etc.) should be set up after activating the device (see Related Topics).
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To activate the device on prepaid service, refer to Set up Verizon Prepaid Service.
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For a quick overview watch this video.
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If powered off, press and hold the Power button (on the back) until the LG logo appears then release.
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If prompted, enter the account PIN then follow the onscreen prompts (see Account PIN FAQs for additional info).
If activating a new phone, ensure the old phone is powered off and allow several minutes for the deactivation of the old phone to complete.
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Select the appropriate language then tap NEXT.
Allow several seconds for activation to complete.
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Setup Wi-Fi or Choose SKIP
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If you'd like to restore your info from a backup or transer your stuff from an old device, tap 'Copy your data'. If you'd like a frest start, tap 'Set up as new'.
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From Sign in with your Google Account screen, navigate: SKIP > SKIP.
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From the Name screen, enter the first and last names, tap NEXT.
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If you'd like to use your fingerprint to unlock your device, see locked content, and make purchases, tap one of the following:
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Set up fingerprint.
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Set up only Knock Code, pattern, pin or password.
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You can also tap No, thanks.
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From the Google services screen, select any of the following to enable or disable then tap AGREE (may require scrolling to the bottom).
Enabled when a check mark is present.
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Help apps find your location
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Improve location accuracy
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Help improve your Android experience
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From the Verizon Cloud screen, tap SKIP then tap NOT NOW.
To add Verizon Cloud after initial setup, from a Home screen navigate: Verizon apps folder
> Cloud.
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From the Email Accounts screen, tap SKIP.
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If you like to add Security & Privacy to protect your phone from malware, viruses and other threats tap ACCEPT or SKIP.
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Tap GOT IT to complete set up.
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