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Back in January, Samsung launched the Galaxy S21 series smartphones for those who want the best of software and hardware without bothering about the sticker pricing. From the vanilla Galaxy S21 to the powerful S21 Ultra, the company offers a premium range of devices that will appeal to every tech enthusiast.

These flagship devices not only offer best-in-class specs including Snapdragon 888/Exynos 2100 processor, 108MP camera, 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED display but also provide the unparalleled software experience through features like Director’s View, Vloggers View, Single Take, and much more. Don’t forget, the S21 Ultra also now supports the S Pen functionality so that you can experience some cool stuff of Galaxy Note flagships.

Therefore, this as a whole resulting in an unbeatable user experience. However, in the light of such premiumness, we just forgot that these devices also offer some common yet important features that need to be addressed or we can say used in our daily life.

After all, these devices now became our daily drivers and we use them always. So, today we will be mentioning some productive tips and tricks of Galaxy S21 that will help you out in your daily works.

How to use the Secure Folder

If you want to store some confidential information on your Galaxy S21, you can save it in the Secure Folder in which after unlocking your device, the Secure Folder should be unlocked again with another password, adding a second level of security that doubles the protection of your device.

However, Once Secure Folder is enabled, you can access that content from the app drawer itself. Here’s how to set the Secure Folder.

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  • Head to the Settings app.
  • Select Biometrics and security.
  • Then enable Secured Folder.

Activate Eye Comfort Shield

To protect your eyes from harmful rays of such a bright display, Galaxy S21 offers Eye Comfort Shield, a mode that aims to eliminate blue light and reduce eye strain.

However, if your eyes feel a little tired after looking at your smartphone all day, then this feature is only made for you. Here’s how to activate the Eye comfort shield.

  • Hover to the Settings apps.
  • Choose the Display option.
  • Select Eye comfort shield.
  • Enable the feature and choose the customizations.

Activate AOD (Always On Display)

One of the coolest features of S21 or we can say of Galaxies which have an AMOLED display, is the AOD (Always On Display). This feature allows a user to see notifications at a glance, even when your phone is locked.

However, it slightly impacts on phone’s battery life, but for those who want information, such as time, to always be displayed, this is a really good trick. So, here’s how to activate AOD on your device.

  • Open the Settings app.
  • Scroll to Lock Screen.
  • Then, click on the Always On Display (AOD) to activate.

Switching to Android gesture navigation

By default, Samsung smartphones continue to use the three-button navigation method. This means you are presented with three buttons at the bottom of the screen allowing you to return to your home screen, switch between apps, and revisit the same.

However, Android 11 offers a gesture-based system just like an iOS device, which seems more intuitive and gives applications a little more space on the screen. So, here’s how to enable gesture navigation on your Galaxy S21.

  • Go to the Settings app.
  • Select the Display option.
  • Choose Navigation Bar.
  • And select Slide Gestures as your option.

Samsung DeX

Some Samsung fans don’t know that an entire desktop experience is hidden inside their Galaxy s21 device. In other words, the same comes under a feature namely DeX.

To use the Android+One UI-based desktop, you need an external monitor and an HDMI cable (Miracast-enabled wireless displays are also an option) so that you can access the customized desktop of Samsung, where you can drag your favorite apps into a multi-experience.

Accessing personalized Google Discover feed

The Google Discover feed is one of the features introduced with Samsung’s Galaxy S21 smartphones under its One UI 3.1. In which by swiping left from your home screen, you can access tons of information AKA personalized news feed.

Meanwhile, Google Discover feeds are based on your online browsing and likeability which means you will not get some rubbish ads like news which is now quite common in many other flagship devices. If Google Discover is not enabled, you can follow these steps to view it on your S21.

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  • Hold the Home Screen.
  • Swipe right to go to the leftmost screen.
  • Choose to enable or disable Google Discover.

 Access calls and texts from other devices

Samsung’s biggest rival Apple love to show off how they can access iMessages, SMS, and calls on all of their devices including iPhones and iMac.

However, Samsung devices can also do the same trick in which if you have another Samsung device like a Galaxy tablet, you can share text messages and calls on your Samsung account. If you don’t know how to do that, these below-mentioned steps will help you out.

  • Go to the Settings app.
  • Scroll down to Advanced features.
  • Then click on Calls and SMS on other device’s functionality.

Control your Galaxy side button

In the past, Galaxy devices used to have a dedicated button for Bixby which is used to activate this infamous voice assistant. However, Samsung thought that it was going to work like ‘Tony stark’s Jarvis’ or in simple words, the company markets that as a Samsung styled Google Assistant as it has some same functionalities that didn’t work out.

But now, the Galaxy S21 series offers a single side button that doubles as a power lock/unlocks key. Meanwhile, users can also customize that key for other things also. For example, if you want to use that button as a quick launch shutter for the camera or for other things like when you press it, double-click it, and more. Here’s how are the steps for that.

  • Open the Settings app.
  • Scroll to Advanced Features.
  • Choose the Side key option.
  • Then, select the function you want the button to perform.

Always access your notifications

If you’re facing trouble while accessing notifications on the big screen of Galaxy S21 as your finger can’t reach the top of the screen. Well, we have a solution for you, in which you can choose to allow access to notifications by swiping your finger anywhere on the Home screen, not just from the top. Here’s how to make those notifications a way easier to access.

  • Long press on your Home Screen.
  • Then select Home screen settings.
  • Then, swipe down for the notification panel option where you will find an easy way to handle notifications.

To view the location of the fingerprint sensor

The Galaxy S21 series ultra-sonic fingerprint scanner is the best yet the most secure way to ensure your smartphone security that doubles as a biometric for unlocking the phones.

However, to find the right place for placing the finger sometimes feels annoying but here’s how to show the location of the fingerprint reader when your device is locked, so you will exactly know where to place your finger.

  • Open the Settings app.
  • Select the Biometrics and security option.
  • Choose Fingerprints.
  • Confirm your PIN code.
  • Then, Activate the Show icon, when the screen is off.

Choosing the right display refresh rate

Samsung offers the best displays in their smartphones, thanks to its AMOLED display technology. However, there are two screen modes that you can choose from.

One is standard 60Hz mode that is good for normal usage as it saves the phone’s battery life, while there is also a 120Hz Adaptive display mode that allows your device to choose a refresh rate of up to 120Hz.

Moreover, it will provide smoother animation and visuals on the screen but will consume more battery life. Here’s how to choose between adaptive smoothness and standard smoothness on your Galaxy S21.

  • Open the Settings app.
  • Choose the Display option.
  • To select Fluidity of movement.
  • Select the Display mode.

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Samsung’s July 2025 Unpacked will be huge, leak reveals event date

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Samsung is going to hold a mega Unpacked next month. The company will soon hit the push button to send the Unpacked invitation, but an industry insider just revealed the event date and time for Samsung’s July product launches.

The next Samsung Unpacked event, expected in July 2025, is likely to take place in New York City. While an exact date, such as July 9, 2025, at 10 AM EDT, hasn’t been officially confirmed, leaks suggest a mid-July launch.

Galaxy Unpacked will be an in-person event in New York, USA. However, Samsung fans will be able to join the event live stream online. Samsung’s Summer Unpacked focuses on foldables and wearables.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked July 2025

Source – Evan Blass

This July, fans can expect the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 to take center stage. These foldable phones will be equipped with modern chips and run Android 16-based One UI 8.

The Galaxy Watch 8 and Classic are also on the way. Rumors suggest a possible switch to MicroLED displays for better brightness and efficiency. The Classic model may return with a premium design and rotating bezel, appealing to smartwatch fans.

Samsung’s XR headset might make an appearance. Running on the Android XR with a Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Plus Gen 2 chip, it could rival the Apple Vision Pro; expect 4K Micro-OLED screens and advanced hand-tracking features.

Stay tuned for updates as Samsung shares more details.

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Samsung’s lock screen notifications are now a sync between two features

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The new OS version release has brought experience upgrades in the latest One UI, but things don’t always turn in the right direction, and the eventual outcome could make us lose some interesting features, which could get replaced with the new ones. Notification is a key to a good user experience, and One UI 7 has introduced new ways to improve notification visibility. Users can now select between Dot, Icons, and Cards to personalize the lock screen.

These terms are slightly different from the previous generation as they vary the amount of information you want to see when the phone is locked. However, some users found the new lock screen notifications less useful as the icons-only setup is no longer available in the new software.

For starters, as of One UI 6.x, Samsung phones used to show icons lock screen notifications. These icons appeared beneath the lock screen clock and expanded to full view on the user’s touch input.

One UI 6.x lock screen notifications icon

One UI 6.x lock screen notifications icon

On the other hand, One UI 7 treats lock screen notifications differently. For example, the Icons style shows notifications in the task bar, in a compact view. The Cards style reveals primary notification on the top and the others as icons underneath.

One UI 7 lock screen notifications

One UI 7 lock screen notifications

Still, some users say that the version without cards was easy to access and deserves a separate return to the operating system. We’ve gone through these random complaints and found that users are partially right, but there is an issue in understanding Samsung’s new lock screen notifications design.

We’ve found that Samsung hasn’t completely removed the notification icons in One UI 7. Instead, they’re now limited to the always-on display. If you have AOD enabled, the screen will reveal notifications icons just like the old days. This makes sense as the new AOD completely mimics the lock screen style compared to the dark ones in the previous devices. Also, if you want to get a perfect feeling, just disable the wallpaper from the AOD settings.

One UI 7 always on display with lock screen notification icons

One UI 7 Always on Display (AOD)

When you double-tap on the display, the phone transitions to a detailed view. The conclusion on this matter suggests that the lock screen notifications style is now synced between AOD and device wakeup. This move also makes sense as the majority of Galaxy smartphone users have AOD enabled.

If you are missing these notification icons, enable always on display. However, if AOD concerns you about the battery life, try to tap to enable, which won’t show it all the time.

Conclusion

While some One UI 7 users may not agree with Samsung’s new approach for lock screen notifications, we still recommend to get a familiar with the new combination of AOD and lock screen because it’s better than what it used to be. However, we wouldn’t be surprised if Samsung takes the user feedback and returns the previous look.

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4nm chiplet success: 3 key reasons Samsung’s AI future looks brighter

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A new report says that Samsung has successfully developed 4nm chiplet technology. This milestone reiterates that Samsung’s AI future is too bright, as this new technology enhances performance by connecting different semiconductors.

4nm chiplet success will likely strengthen Samsung’s competitiveness in the AI chip foundry business. The milestone has been achieved with the prototype product, with mass production all set to be commenced shortly.

3 reasons Samsung’s AI future looks brighter with 4nm chiplet milestone

Here are the 3 key reasons that make Samsung’s AI future look brighter due to their 4nm chiplet success:

1. Development and Evaluation

4nm chiplet utilizing UCIe standard signifies that Samsung’s prototype functioned correctly according to the design, a vital step towards mass production. This technological achievement is a direct enabler for high-performance AI chips.

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2. Strategic Optimization

The successful prototype evaluation, which utilized Synopsys’ IP, showed a data transfer speed of 24 Gbps. This optimization and high performance are crucial for the complex and data-intensive demands of AI chips.

3. Advanced Nodes and Competitive Positioning

After 5nm chiplet and plans for 2nm, the 4nm chiplet tech positions Samsung favorably against rivals like TSMC and Intel. Notably, both Samsung Foundry rivals are also adopting UCIe in their advanced processes.

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Chips usually enhance performance by leveraging the reduction in circuit line width. Chiplet technology overcomes the issue by allowing the connection of different semiconductors to enhance performance.

The UCIe standard utilized in 4nm chiplet technology involves implementing functions such as CPU, GPU, and memory in a single semiconductor. Samsung would mass-produce using this SF4X process as early as the end of this year or early next year.

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An industry official predicted, “Major foundries like Samsung, TSMC, and Intel are preparing semiconductor processes applying UCIe even below 2nm,” adding, “The competition for market leadership surrounding chiplet standards will heat up in the future.”

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Samsung’s Android XR Headset reveal has one target: Apple

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Samsung has reportedly finalized its Android XR Headset reveal timeline. A new report sheds light on the product’s teaser, reveal, and market debut. And the company’s XR Headset timeline is decided to keep in mind to hit Apple where it hurts.

Korean outlet Newspim reports sheds light on the Samsung XR Headset tease, reveal, and release timeline. The product would be available for Korean buyers in mid-October. A market expansion will take place gradually after the initial debut.

Samsung Android XR Headset Timeline

  • July
    • The product will be teased at the July 2025 Unpacked.
  • September
    • The official launch date is reportedly set for September 29.
  • October
    • The product will be available in Korea, starting October 13.

Seeing the timeline, I have strong vibes that Samsung has just one target: Apple. The US phone maker will launch its new iPhone 17 series in September, which now falls between July’s foldables and September’s XR Headset.

Samsung has showcased its XR Headset, namely Project Moohan, at key occasions. It has been developing the product with Google and Qualcomm. The former is crafting a software experience while the latter is backing the SoC part.

The report suggests that the Korean tech giant has entered the “final stages of preparation.” It has been specifying the potential reveal and launch plans for the Project Moohan, its first XR Headset, powered by Android XR.

Samsung Android XR Headset

Samsung’s July Unpacked would include a teaser of a real product. In the past, the company has showcased a prototype device. Project Moohan is crafted based on a rigorous analysis and user feedback on other rivaling products.

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Samsung completed a wearable design that reflected various head shapes through large-scale data analysis, and promoted multimodal input methods such as eye tracking, gesture recognition, and conversational user interfaces.

Additionally, Samsung has also focused on AI integration through Gemini. It is aimed at offering easier usage of XR features, leveraging the AI-based personalized services packed with a natural language conversation function.

Qualcomm has designed the XR2+ 2nd gen chipset for Samsung’s Project Moohan. This processor is being produced by Samsung Foundry on a 4nm process. The silicon is capable of controlling up to 12 cameras and sensors simultaneously.

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Samsung’s Exynos 2500 can call for help from Space

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Imagine being stuck in the middle of nowhere with no cell signal but still able to call for help. Samsung’s new Exynos 2500 chipset makes that possible by connecting your phone to a satellite in Space for emergency messages.

Skylo, a company specializing in satellite-to-device tech, just certified the Exynos 2500. They worked with Samsung last year on the Exynos Modem 5400, and this new chipset is even better, faster, and more power-efficient.

Samsung fans would see the Exynos 2500 in the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 7. Not every country will get the satellite feature, but it’s a huge step toward phones. Satellite connectivity isn’t a much-needed feature, but it must be supported.

Samsung’s first 3nm chipset, the Exynos 2500, uses global tech standards to link up with satellites orbiting Earth. It’s a big deal for emergencies, letting you send an SOS from remote spots where regular phone networks don’t reach.

Skylo also highlighted that its network covers 37 countries, including Iceland, and powers nearly 7 million devices. They handle satellite SOS messages almost every other day, showing how this tech is already saving lives.

Note that a new report from Analysys Mason praises Skylo’s dependable service. Unlike others, Skylo uses pre-approved frequency bands, so there’s no waiting for red tape to clear. This gets satellite features to users faster.

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Samsung’s partnership with Skylo is a strategic move. The Samsung-Skylo collaboration unlocks connectivity everywhere, with the Exynos 2500 chipset ensuring mainstream devices can access satellite networks seamlessly.

“Samsung’s partnership with Skylo is built upon 3GPP NTN standards to unlock connectivity everywhere. Through our collaboration on the Samsung Exynos Modem 5400 and the Exynos 2500 mobile processor, mainstream devices worldwide will now have the underlying technology to connect to satellites wherever cellular networks are unavailable, ushering in a new era of ubiquitous connectivity ” said Hui Won Je, VP of Modem Development Team at Samsung Electronics.

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