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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Activate / Set Up Device

2026-10-15 08:46:12.711

Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Activate / Set Up Device

Activate your Galaxy S26 FE to get started. This ensures you can make calls, send messages and connect to the internet.

Before you begin

If you have a physical SIM card, ensure the 5G SIM card is inserted before turning on the device.
If the eSIM profile fails to download, refer to Download and Activate an eSIM after device setup is completed.

Steps

  1. Press and hold the
    Power button
     until the screen lights up, then follow the prompts to select your language.
  2. Tap
    Start
     or
    Agree
     to review and accept the Terms and Privacy info.
  3. Complete the activation steps as prompted then tap
    Next
    .
  4. To set up your device using an old phone, select
    Galaxy or Android device
     or
    iPhone or iPad
    . Otherwise, tap
    Set up manually
    .
  5. Connect to a Wi-Fi network.
  6. Sign in to your Google account or create a new one.
  7. Sign in to your Samsung account to access Galaxy-specific features.
  8. From the Copy apps & data screen, tap
    Next
     to transfer your content now or tap
    Don't copy
    .
  9. Set up a screen lock and face recognition or fingerprints to secure your device.
  10. Review the Google Services options (Location, Device Maintenance) and tap
    Accept
    .
  11. Review the Verizon Services, including Verizon Cloud and Verizon Protect.
  12. Select your display preference (Light or Dark), tap
    Next
     then tap
    Home
     to exit the setup.
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