Summon your digital assistant through a gesture in One UI 6.1

With the release of the Galaxy S24 series and One UI 6.1, Samsung changed several things about the UI. For one, the company removed its navigation gestures and focused more on Google’s implementation. The company also brought the new Circle to Search feature to the forefront. In addition, One UI 6.1 introduces a new way […]

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Your old Galaxy phone already has AI, just not Galaxy AI

Although, so far, the Galaxy S24 series is the only one to have access to Samsung’s latest Galaxy AI features, AI (Artificial Intelligence) has been around for years. And chances are that your old Galaxy phone, even a mid-range one, has been harnessing the power of ML (Machine Learning) and AI all this time — […]

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A simple trick to remember for using your Galaxy phone one-handed

It’s Friday, and we would like to close the week with a short and sweet piece of advice. We’re aiming it at Galaxy phone users who became fans of One UI because of Samsung’s philosophy to make everything easier to reach with one hand. The solution Samsung came up with a few years ago to […]

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Add Edge Lighting effects to your Galaxy phone without Good Lock

Edge Lighting used to be a Good Lock-exclusive feature, but parts of it have since been simplified and added to One UI as a regular option for users who might not have access to the Good Lock platform. What is Edge Lighting? If the name didn’t give it away, Edge Lighting allows you to add […]

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Grab cleaner screenshots with your Galaxy device

Samsung made it as easy as pie for Galaxy phone and tablet users to grab screenshots and screen recordings. By default, One UI users can capture screenshots on Galaxy devices by pressing the volume down and power buttons simultaneously, but as you may know, there are also ways to grab screenshots through gestures, a quick […]

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Got a new Galaxy S24 case and screen protector? Don’t forget these One UI settings

Imagine this: You just bought a new Galaxy S24, and to keep it safe from damage and screen scratches, you wrapped it up in a case and put a screen protector on it. Fantastic! Save for the fact that, now, haptic feedback barely feels like it’s there, and the touchscreen isn’t very responsive. If this […]

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Galaxy S24 display too bright at night? Try these tricks

Samsung’s new Dynamic AMOLED 2X screens for the Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra are fantastic in our experience, providing superior image quality, colors, contrast, and brightness levels in all lighting conditions. On the other hand, some users might feel like the Galaxy S24’s screens are a little bit too bright, particularly in dark environments. […]

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Samsung’s Modes and Routines is sorely lacking device ecosystem features

I’ve been a fan of Samsung’s Modes and Routines tool for years, but the feeling that it could use a few more options never went away. In fact, as my Samsung device ecosystem expanded, that feeling became more prominent. Granted, you can create plenty of fun and useful automations when you pair a Samsung smart […]

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Samsung better not remove Notification Categories in One UI!

The Notification Categories feature is among the most useful and well-integrated One UI elements. I’d go as far as to say it’s probably underrated, but that doesn’t really bother me as long as the feature exists and remains a part of One UI. To be frank, the thought that Samsung might be preparing to remove […]

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Customize the Galaxy S24 lock screen in One UI 6.1

As most people know by now, the Galaxy S24 series ships with an updated version of One UI. Samsung’s proprietary Android interface got some new features, including AI-powered tools, but also implemented a few odd changes to the general interface. When Samsung released the One UI 5.0 update in 2022, it changed how Galaxy device […]

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Turn off Always On Display automatically at night on your Galaxy phone

Samsung has pioneered Always On Display technology for mobile phones. Other brands have borrowed AOD in recent years, but Samsung arguably does it best, especially with the release of the Galaxy S24 series, which boasts an upgraded AOD. The Always On Display is a useful tool that allows Galaxy phone users to get information about […]

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Customize lock screen app shortcuts in Samsung One UI

The rumored lock screen shortcuts to Instagram and Snapchat camera modes don’t seem to be a part of the One UI 6.1 update for the Galaxy S24 series. Regardless of how that story may or may not develop, the option to customize the two lock screen app shortcuts for easy access has been available in […]

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You can still hide the camera cutout on Galaxy phones with One UI

Samsung’s phones have changed a lot over the years. But one thing that hasn’t changed is that every high-end Galaxy phone but the Galaxy Z Fold 5 uses an Infinity-O design for the selfie camera. Granted, the Z Fold 5 also uses UPC (Under Panel Camera) technology for the secondary selfie camera embedded in the […]

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Create and manage your Samsung Keyboard text shortcuts

Samsung Keyboard is one of the best mobile keyboards you can use on your Galaxy device, and it keeps getting smarter – particularly now that new AI features are coming through the One UI 6.1 update for the Galaxy S24 series. But even without all its AI-powered bells and whistles, Samsung Keyboard has plenty of […]

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Create and manage quick decline messages on Galaxy phone

Studies show that approximately 13.5 billion phone calls happen globally every day, which comes down to roughly 156,000 calls every second. That’s a staggering number, and needless to say, smartphones and phone calls are our primary way of communicating with people remotely. Sometimes, however, we can’t answer the phone, and on occasion, we wish we […]

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Never miss a notification on your Galaxy phone with this trick

The era of LED notification lights on Galaxy phones is long gone, but if you never want to miss a notification, Samsung provides two alternatives. You can turn ON camera flash notifications and/or screen flash notifications. These features offer a fair degree of customization, from screen flash colors to per-app settings. Here’s all you need […]

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Choose your favorite default apps in Samsung’s One UI

Samsung offers one of the most complete mobile experiences you can find. The proprietary One UI skin for Android is so much more than that, and over the years, Samsung has developed solid first-party apps for Galaxy device users. Despite this, you may have noticed that some Samsung apps on your Galaxy phone or tablet […]

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Integrate One UI Split Screen into your routine with ease

One of the most unique features built into the UI of Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets is Split Screen. Over the years, this feature has inspired many OEMs, but Samsung still does it best. And with One UI 5.0, Samsung made Split Screen even more convenient to use. The easiest way to integrate Split Screen […]

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Change status bar notification icon settings in Samsung One UI

Samsung’s proprietary Android skin, One UI, offers a wide range of sensible customization options. Some options, such as themes and color palettes, can change the way the UI looks drastically, while others change the UI’s functionality just enough for users to create a tailored experience. Here’s an example of a customization option not many One […]

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Three ways to access power menu with Bixby assigned to side button

If you’re new to using a Samsung Galaxy phone, you may have found out that the side button can be assigned to either the power menu or Bixby — Samsung’s voice-controlled virtual assistant. You have to choose one of the two functions, which means One UI has to offer alternative ways for users to access […]

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