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Starting December 2020, Samsung delivered the Android 11-based One UI 3.0 update to its several Galaxy devices including flagships and mid-rangers. Besides, the company also rolled out the One UI 3.1 features for eligible smartphones and tablets and is rapidly working to provide these changes to the remaining handsets.

It is worth mentioning that the Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy S10 are the older flagship lineup that has received the Android 11 upgrade and will get one more major Android upgrade later this year. Meanwhile, the popular Galaxy Note 9 and Galaxy S9/S9+ units are not listed to receive any new major Android update, says Samsung’s new update policy.

If you don’t know, the international variants of the Galaxy Note 10 Lite and the Galaxy Note 9 both are powered by a 10nm process-based octa-core Exynos 9810 chipset. And, the Galaxy Note 10 Lite users have recently received the Android 11-based One UI 3.1 update. However, the Galaxy Note 9 users can experience the Android 11-based One UI 3.1 changes by installing it unofficially.

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Thanks to AlexisXDA (via XDADevelopers) for porting the One UI 3.1 based on Android 11 firmware for the Galaxy Note 9 smartphones. Named as Noble ROM, the One UI 3.1 port properly works with both single-SIM (SM-N960F) and dual-SIM (SM-N960FD) variants. The developer took the Galaxy Note 10 Lite’s ROM and further added some components from the Galaxy Note 10 Plus’ One UI 3.1 firmware.

However, it is a TWRP-flashable ZIP that is an integrated AROMA installer and lets end-users easily customize each and every aspect of the installation. A few things to be noted, there are some bugs and missing features as it is an initial version of the ROM while it includes the latest March 2021 security patch.

Observed issues:

  1. Live Focus is at the moment bugged. Camera won’t force close so it’s fine.
  2. Since Galaxy N10 Samsung removed Irises Biometric Unlock and Smart Scan too, so in this ROM isn’t available
  3. This is the first release. It has been tested for days, but some minor bugs could be faced by someone.

Still wanna get the Android 11/One UI 3.1 on your Exynos 9810 powered Galaxy Note 9? Navigate to the link mentioned below, download the port ROM, and follow the installing instructions.

Note: Make sure that your Galaxy Note 9’s bootloader is unlocked and you have TWRP installed.

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Noble ROM 1.0/One UI 3.1 Port Features:

  1. Odexed, Hardly Debloated and added some tweaks for best performance and better battery.
  2. Added some tweaks in order to have the best smoothness and general performance!
  3. Make your ROM! OUR aroma allows you to select everything you want to have on your phone in order to improve the user experience!
  4. Disabled RMM Lock.
  5. Google Pay working (Hide it with Magisk).
  6. Secure Folder working.
  7. Galaxy S21 Wallpapers.
  8. ALT Z Life stuffs ported from A51/A71.
  9. Useful Cards section enabled in Messages Apps.
  10. Improved zoom quality in the gallery.
  11. Useful cards tab enabled in messages.
  12. Night mode zoom on camera.
  13. Night mode on hyperlapse.
  14. Enabled Dolby on Game.
  15. Power key in notification panel.
  16. Samsung App Lock.
  17. iOS 14 Emoji’s selectable in aroma.
  18. S10 Multiple Wallpapers (coming soon with a separated zip).
  19. New Good Lock 2021 selectable in aroma.

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3 Tips to create cinematic content with Galaxy Log on Samsung Galaxy S25 [One UI 7]

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Samsung Galaxy S25 series comes pre-installed with One UI 7, which offers several amazing tools for creating professional videos, and one of them is Galaxy Log. Here, you can check 3 easy tips to create stunning and cinematics content with Galaxy log on the Galaxy S25 series.

Galaxy Log 

Galaxy Log is a special video recording mode that gives you more control over how your videos look. When you record a video using Galaxy Log, the colors and lighting appear softer and less intense. This may look a bit dull at first, but that’s actually a good thing as it allows you to change the colors and lighting later on when editing the video.

Moreover, Galaxy Log gives you the ability to adjust dark and brighter areas in post-production and create the dramatic, cinematic look you want.

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3 Tips to create cinematic content with Galaxy Log

If you’re looking to make your videos look more professional with Galaxy S25, Galaxy Log is an essential feature to use.

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Whether you’re recording on a bright sunny day or in foggy weather, the Galaxy S25 lets you adjust the camera settings to get the best results. For that, you need to use the Galaxy Log feature. Follow the steps given below.

  • Open your camera.
  • Tap the More option.
  • Select Pro Video mode.
  • From there, tap the LOG button at the top of the screen.

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Once you’re in Pro Video mode, you can adjust settings like ISO, shutter speed, focus, and white balance.

For example, if you’re shooting in foggy conditions, you can adjust the ISO to around 400-800 to get enough light without creating too much noise. You can also lower the shutter speed for smoother footage. These settings give you more control over how your video looks. It allows you to make your content look not gloomy, even in challenging lighting conditions.

Use the Exposure Monitor to manage light

Proper lighting is important to creating beautiful, cinematic videos. The Galaxy S25 helps you keep track of your lighting with a tool, the Exposure Monitor. This feature shows you if areas of your video are too bright or too dark.

To activate the Exposure Monitor, go to Pro Video mode, tap the LOG button, and then tap the two-circle icon at the top. This will allow you to use tools like the Zebra Pattern and False Color.

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The Zebra Pattern highlights areas that are overexposed, while the False Color tool helps you see whether parts of your video are too dark. These tools help you make quick adjustments to ensure that your video has the perfect amount of light and looks professional.

Enhance Colors with Samsung LUTs

If you want to change the colors of your video to make it look even more cinematic, you can use LUTs (Look Up Tables). Samsung provides LUT options that allow you to adjust things like contrast, brightness, and color grading to give your video a specific style.

To get started, you can visit the Samsung Log Video page on the Samsung Developer website and download Samsung’s LUT presets. These LUTs can be applied during the editing phase, helping you create a unique look for your video.

With these simple tips, you’ll be able to take full advantage of Galaxy Log and turn your creative ideas into stunning videos on your Samsung Galaxy S25 smartphone.

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The Galaxy S25 Ultra is Samsung’s latest premium Galaxy S series smartphone, offering amazing camera features. If you’re using a Galaxy S25 Ultra smartphone and want to take photos faster, here’s how you can boost the camera capture speed.

Yes, Samsung allows you to adjust the camera capture speed on the Galaxy S25 Ultra through a feature called Intelligent Optimization. This feature was introduced with the Galaxy S24 series and works even better on the Galaxy S25 Ultra, which runs One UI 7.

Intelligent Optimization

Intelligent Optimization feature helps improve your photos after you take them. This feature allows users to adjust how their photos are processed. It is helpful for both professional and everyday photos.

By using it, the camera works to make sure your pictures look their best, but sometimes, this takes time. After you take a photo, the camera does extra processing to make the picture look clearer and optimized.

This extra processing slows down how fast the camera is ready to take the next picture. If you want to take photos more quickly, you can adjust the settings of Intelligent Optimization.

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How Intelligent Optimization affect camera speed

When Intelligent Optimization is enabled, the camera improves your photos, which may cause a slight delay before you can take another shot. The delay time depends on the selected setting.

By default, the camera is set to maximum quality optimization, which takes longer to process the photo before you can capture the next one. If you set it to the minimum, the camera does less processing, which allows you to take the next photo almost immediately after clicking the capture button.

How to increase camera capture speed:

You can easily change the Intelligent Optimization settings on your Galaxy S25 Ultra to boost camera capture speed. Just need to follow the below given steps:

  • Open the Samsung Camera app
  • Click on the Settings icon.

  • Tap on Intelligent Optimization.
  • You can see three options:
    • Maximum
    • Medium: Speed up capture time by doing less optimization
    • Minimum: Take pictures as fast as possible by not optimizing pictures after they are taken.

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  • Choose the one that fits your needs. To boost the camera capture speed, tap on the Minimum option.

With these simple adjustments, you can enjoy faster camera speeds on your Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.

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How to disable One UI 7 Now Brief on your Galaxy S25 Ultra

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One UI 7 Now Brief is one of the most highlighted features of the Galaxy S25 series. It’s powered by AI and a Personal Data Engine. Some users find it annoying or unuseful (not useless!) and there’s a way to disable the One UI 7 Now Brief feature.

Now Brief in One UI 7 is basically an AI-powered buddy, which gives you a quick rundown of stuff you’re into. You’ll see it pop up on your Galaxy’s lock screen or through a widget, so you don’t have to go hunting for info yourself.

Not feeling it? No worries—some folks just don’t need extra bells and whistles. It’s quite easy to disable One UI 7 Now Brief; here’s what to do:

How to disable Now Brief

Jump into Settings: Swipe down from the top of your screen, hit the gear icon, or dig up the Settings app wherever you stash it.

Head to Lock Screen and AOD: Scroll down, and tap “Lock screen and AOD” (AOD’s just Always On Display, by the way).

Find the Now Bar: Tap “Now bar” – that’s where Now Brief hangs out since it’s linked to that lock screen widget.

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Switch it off: Scroll a little, and you’ll spot a toggle next to “Now brief.” Flick it off, and you’re good to go!

How to tweak Now Brief

Rather than completely wiping it, you can tweak Now Brief. There are options to customize what should be shown in the briefing. You can check apps and services as per your preference and drop unnecessary ones using the toggles.

This way, you won’t have to ditch Now Brief but it would be less in-your-face. Head to Settings > Galaxy AI > Now Brief, and mess around with what it shows—like skipping the news but keeping the weather.

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Here’s how to easily apply a screen protector to your Samsung Galaxy S25

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Samsung Galaxy S25 series is now reaching customers who pre-ordered it. If you’ve just gotten your new phone, it’s important to protect its screen from scratches and damage. Attaching a screen protector to your Samsung Galaxy S25 is a simple and effective way to keep it safe and ensure long-lasting protection.

The package for the Samsung Galaxy S25 screen protector includes two protective films, an applicator, two dust removal stickers, an attachment guide, a microfiber cloth, and a squeegee.

You can easily apply a screen protector to your Galaxy S25 smartphone, just need to follow a few easy steps.

Step 1:

Start by removing the protective tape from the applicator. Fix your phone securely into the applicator and press firmly to keep it in place. Then, use the microfiber cloth to clean the screen thoroughly, removing any dirt or fingerprints.

Step 2:

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Take one of the dust removal stickers and gently use it to eliminate any remaining dust or foreign substances from the screen. This will ensure the protector sticks properly without bubbles or imperfections.

Step 3:

Carefully peel the first protective film labeled 1 from its backing, located near the middle. Turn the film over and place it on the screen, securing it in the applicator’s groove. Be cautious not to touch the adhesive side. Align the camera hole with the top of the phone screen and press gently to fix it temporarily.

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Step 4:

Once the protector is in place, use the squeegee to remove the blue protective tape, ensuring it sticks to the screen. Carefully remove the applicator by lifting the bottom part of the film and pulling the applicator down.

Step 5:

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Repeat the process with the other part of the protective film for the lower part of the screen. Use the squeegee to push the film from left to right to ensure it is fixed securely.

Step 6:

Peel off the transparent protective film and wipe the screen with the microfiber cloth to remove any streaks. If a line appears in the center of the screen, don’t worry this will fade after a short period.

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Go back to stability: Downgrading from One UI 7 Beta to stable One UI 6.1 on Galaxy S24 in the US

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If you joined the One UI 7 beta program on your Galaxy S24 in the US and want to return to the stable One UI 6.1, here’s an easy guide to do it safely.

The One UI 7 beta program specifically rolled out for the Samsung Galaxy S24 series in the US, promised early access to new features and improvements. However, beta software often comes with some bugs, glitches, and performance issues which can lead to frustration.

Trying new software might seem fun initially, but it can get old fast if it makes your phone less reliable. Since we don’t know when One UI 7 will be stable, returning to One UI 6.1 is a smart choice for many.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to downgrade your Galaxy S24 from One UI 7 Beta back to One UI 6.1:

1. Backup Your Data:

  • Before you start, ensure all your data is backed up. Use the Samsung Smart Switch on both your phone and a computer to save your photos, contacts, apps, and settings.
  • Connect your phone to the computer via USB, open Smart Switch, and select ‘Backup’.

2. Withdraw from the Beta Program:

  • Open the Samsung Members app on your phone.
  • Look for the One UI Beta Program status in the settings or at the top of the app.
  • Select “Withdraw” and follow the prompts. This step ensures you won’t receive further beta updates.

3. Use Smart Switch to Downgrade:

  • After withdrawing from the beta, go back to Smart Switch on your computer.
  • With your phone still connected, you should now see a “Downgrade” option. Click on it.
  • Confirm the downgrade process by accepting the terms and conditions. Smart Switch will then download and install the stable One UI 6.1 firmware.

4. Reset Your Phone:

Note that this process will perform a factory reset. Once the downgrade is complete, your phone will reboot into recovery mode where you will need to select ‘Wipe data/factory reset‘ to finalize the process.

5. Restore Your Data:

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After the reset, use Smart Switch again to restore your backed-up data to your phone.

Important:

This method is for Galaxy S24 users who enrolled in the beta via the Samsung Members app. If you manually flashed the beta (using methods like Odin), you might need to flash back to One UI 6.1 using the same tool.

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Why go back to the stable version?

Going back to One UI 6.1 ensures you have a more reliable and smoother experience with your phone until Samsung rolls out the stable One UI 7 version. It is about returning to a version where everything just works fine, avoiding any bugs from beta software.

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