F-03B
Software Update for F-03B
Please use your mobile phone’s software update function to update to the latest software. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Information on software updates
| Start of update | Model | Method | Update available until | Other |
| January 14, 2010 | F-03B | Software update | January 31, 2013 | N/A |
Time required to perform software update
Approximately 8 minutes
Details of improvements
This update fixes the following issues:
- The outside of the service area indicator may not change to the inside of the service area indicator even when you enter inside the service area.
- The mail icon may not disappear from the top of the display even though you have no unread mail.
In addition to solving the issue above, updates also includes other enhancements to make better use of your mobile phone.
All issues to date will be fixed by performing the latest software update.
How to Update your Software
New software is automatically downloaded and overwrites the existing software at a preset time (default time is 3 a.m.).
Updates can also be made as desired by performing the operation below and following the instructions on the screen.
In standby, display "Menu" and select "Settings & NW services" → "Clock & Other" → "Software update".
Please refer to the F-03B Quick Guide for Updating Software below or P. 82 to 83 of your User’s Manual for details.
F-03B Quick Guide for Updating Software (PDF format: 123 KB)
Notes
- Please make sure that the mobile phone battery is fully charged when performing software updates. Otherwise, the update may not be successful.
- Also note that you should never remove the battery pack while updating software, as it will cause the phone to malfunction.
- Software cannot be updated in the following cases:
When the phone’s time and date are not set
During calls
During communications, etc.
- Other functions are not available while software is being updated, though voice calls can be answered while downloading.
See Notes on software updates for other cautions.
The update period may be extended without notice.
Packet communications charges do not apply to perform software updates.
If you wish for DOCOMO staff to perform the software update, please bring your phone to a repair counter designated by DOCOMO.
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