KDDI to introduce au Basic Home app for more intuitive, user-friendly Android (TM) smartphone operations

  1. 1. Features of au Basic Home

    • Home screen visibility is improved on Android (TM) smartphones, and operations are simplified for all levels of smartphone users, from beginner to advanced.
    • Frequently used apps are arranged on the Home screen according to the user's preferences, and operations such as adding or deleting apps and widgets are simplified.
    • Compatibility with all Android (TM) smartphone models enables users to maintain a familiar user experience even if they change models.
  2. 2. Availability

    The app will come pre-installed on devices.
    • It has not yet been determined when the app will be available for download.
  3. 3. Configuration

    In the Settings menu, open the Home Switcher list screen and select "au Basic Home".
    • The procedure may vary depending on the model. Please refer to the manual for your device.
  4. 4. Price

    Free of charge
    • A separate packet communications charge is incurred when downloading.
  5. 5. Supported models

    Xperia (TM) ZL2, isai FL, AQUOS SERIE, URBANO L03, TORQUE, and Galaxy S5 [1]
    • Support for additional models will be gradually expanded in the future.
  6. 6. Release date

    Late May 2014
  7. 7. Sample images

  • [1]
    The app will be provided with the software update planned for the end of May.

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