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[Video] Discover all the advanced features on your Galaxy phone or tablet!

In its early days making Android phones, Samsung was popular for throwing everything but the kitchen sink into its software. It was an approach that gained the company millions of fans, but it wasn't an approach appreciated by everyone. Samsung gradually dialled down the number of out-of-the-box functionality customers got when they purchased a Galaxy […]

By Abhijeet Mishra
4 months ago

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 […]

By Mihai Matei
11 months ago

When and why Galaxy device users should use Maintenance mode

A little over a year ago, Samsung released Maintenance mode for Galaxy phones and tablets running One UI 5.0. The company improved this feature with subsequent updates and even added a temporary backup tool. But what is Maintenance mode, and why or when Galaxy device users should use it? Here's all you need to know. […]

By Mihai Matei
11 months ago

Google Cast controls are now compatible with media player widget

Google Cast is among the best media casting protocols in the world right now, and it comes built into Android, Android TV/Google TV, and several soundbars and speakers. However, its controls weren't as seamlessly integrated with Android as they should have been. That's changing now, though. Earlier, Google Cast media controls showed up as a […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
11 months ago

Samsung Galaxy A05 Indian variant gets Bluetooth SIG certification

After launching the Galaxy A05s in India last month, Samsung is all set to launch another Galaxy A-series phone, i.e., the Galaxy A05 in the country. News about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A05 has been pouring in for some time, and it was earlier reported that the phone will be pricier than its predecessor. While […]

By Sagar Naresh
1 year ago

Your Galaxy S23 FE will be updated all the way to Android 17!

The Galaxy S23 FE, like the previous Galaxy S FE devices from Samsung, is meant to offer a high-end experience at a price that doesn't drill a hole in your pocket. The S23 FE will be $100 cheaper than the Galaxy S20 FE and Galaxy S21 FE in some countries and will go on sale […]

By Abhijeet Mishra
1 year ago

Galaxy A03 Core is finally getting Android 13 Go (One UI 5.1) update

The Galaxy A03 Core, being an ultra-affordable phone, has always received software updates quite late. However, unlike other affordable phones from Samsung, its updates have always been delayed by months. While other Galaxy phones were getting the Android 13 update earlier this year, the Galaxy A03 Core received the Android 12 Go update. Now, the […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
1 year ago

One UI 5.1 supports device-to-device eSIM transfers

Most modern high-end smartphones, including the ones from Samsung, have started supporting eSIM cards. However, the process of activating or transferring an eSIM is quite complicated in most countries, and the process changes with each carrier. But Apple, Google, Samsung, and other smartphone brands are trying to simplify the process. Google is planning to bring […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
1 year ago

Contact call background feature got moved but still exists in One UI

By now, the call background feature has a relatively rich history within One UI. Call backgrounds have been around since One UI 3.0, and with the release of One UI 5.0, Samsung developed the feature further. The Android 13-based update enabled per-contact call backgrounds, allowing users to add custom wallpapers and live wallpapers to the […]

By Mihai Matei
1 year ago

I really am looking forward to the new One UI 6.0 quick toggle panel

One UI 6.0 is nowhere to be found yet, but Samsung jumped the gun earlier this week and accidentally spilled the beans on the beta program through one of its news portals. And although that premature announcement didn't reveal much about the update, it did confirm one massive UI change. Namely, One UI 6.0 completely […]

By Mihai Matei
1 year ago

How to enable hidden Google Cast screen mirroring feature on Galaxy phones

Samsung smartphones and tablets support both Google Cast and Miracast (Smart View) for wireless screen mirroring. However, to use screen mirroring via Google Cast, the process is longer compared to Miracast. You have to open the Google Home app, select a compatible screen, and then tap Mirror Screen to access the feature. In comparison, Mircast […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
1 year ago

Galaxy M12 is finally getting One UI 5.1 and a new security patch

Samsung has released a new security patch, and as usual, it's steadily spreading across more Galaxy phones. The Galaxy M12 is now getting the June 2023 security patch, but it's also receiving much more than just improved security through the latest firmware. As you may have guessed, Samsung has just begun the One UI 5.1 […]

By Mihai Matei
1 year ago

Galaxy S23 update brings feature to transfer video calls to tablet

Samsung has started rolling out a new software update to the Galaxy S23 series that brings a feature that offers flexibility with video calls. It lets users transfer video calls from the Galaxy S23 series to a compatible nearby Galaxy tablet. The update is rolling out in China, according to tipster Ice Universe (@UniverseIce). Galaxy […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
1 year ago

Digital Wellbeing sheds weight and loses one feature with latest update

Samsung recently released an update to Digital Wellbeing. Version 4.1.01.9 didn't have a refreshed changelog, so there was nothing to report about it, but it looks like this update removed at least one Digital Wellbeing feature. Digital Wellbeing version 4.1.01.9 rolled out with an old changelog, but we spotted that the app shed some weight […]

By Mihai Matei
1 year ago

One UI 5.1 update rolling out more widely to Galaxy A14 5G in the US

Last week, Samsung released the One UI 5.1 update to the Galaxy A14 5G's carrier-locked version on Verizon's network. Today, the company has expanded the availability of the update. The One UI 5.1 update is now available for the carrier-locked version of the Galaxy A14 5G on US Cellular's network. The One UI 5.1 update […]

By Asif Iqbal Shaik
2 years ago

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