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One UI 4.0 Tip: How to enable Wi-Fi calling on Samsung phones?
Recently, Samsung has started recruiting One UI 4 beta program for its latest foldable smartphone Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 in South Korea and India. The beta program allows users to experience the upcoming features and changes of the new operating system.
The One UI 4 based on Android 12 comes with new and improved customization and privacy capabilities that give users control over many aspects of their mobile experience. However, here we are talking about the Wi-Fi calling feature on One UI 4.
If you have a Wi-Fi connection in an area with little or no cellular network coverage, the Wi-Fi calling feature allows you to make or receive calls. You can make voice calls over the connected Wi-Fi network instead of using the mobile operator’s network connection.
How to enable Wi-Fi calling on Samsung devices?
When you turn on Wi-Fi Calling on One UI 4, you can make calls over your phone’s Wi-Fi network connection. For this feature to work, your phone must be connected to a Wi-Fi network and have an active SIM card inserted.
Read more: One UI 4.1 Eligible Devices: Next Samsung Android 12 update after One UI 4.0
- Open the Phone app.
- Tap More options (the three vertical dots),
- Then tap Settings.
- Tap Wi-Fi Calling
- Then tap the switch to turn the feature on. If you receive a popup asking you to enter your Emergency contact information, review and enter the requested information, and then tap Save.
- Wi-Fi calls will now be enabled. To turn Wi-Fi Calling off, just tap the switch again.
Note:
For Wi-Fi Calling to work, verify:
- Wi-Fi is turned on and connected.
- HD Voice is first activated while in the Verizon wireless coverage area (can’t be activated internationally).
Furthermore, to use Wi-Fi Calling, you need to insert an active SIM card from a carrier that supports this feature. Check with your carrier if your SIM card is supported. If this does not resolve the issue or allow access to the feature, please contact your carrier for further assistance.
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If you own a pair of Galaxy Buds, you might want to use them with both your phone and tablet. But how do you switch between the two devices without having to manually disconnect and reconnect them? Don’t worry, you can do that as Samsung offers a function for Galaxy devices named “Auto switch to other devices”.
The Auto switch to other devices function allows your Galaxy Buds to automatically connect to the phone or tablet you’re using when you start a call or play media. This way, you don’t have to worry about missing a call or pausing your music when you switch devices. You can enjoy seamless audio across your Samsung devices.
To use this feature, you need to sign in to the same Samsung account on both your phone and tablet. This feature may vary depending on your device, so make sure you have the latest software update on both devices. You also need to enable Bluetooth on both devices and pair your Galaxy Buds with them.
To enable the auto switch feature, follow these steps:
- Tap on Earbuds settings.
- Tap on the Auto switch to other devices option
- Toggle on the switch, next to the devices you want to use with the auto switch.
That’s it! Now you can enjoy using your Galaxy Buds with both your phone and tablet without any issue. You can also disable the auto switch feature anytime by following the same steps and toggling off the switch.
Samsung offers a bundle of features for lock screen customization on your Galaxy smartphone. In addition to the wallpaper, you can now add transition effects for lock screen wallpapers, all thanks to the Samsung Wonderland Good Lock module.
The new update of Samsung Wonderland added a new type of wallpaper that includes captivating transition effects when the user turns on the screen. It allows users to customize their experience by setting different wallpapers with transitions.
How to add transitional effects on the lock screen?
To apply the transition effect lock screen wallpaper, you just need to follow a few steps given below.
- Open Samsusng Wonderland app.
- Tap on the “Create your different lock screen effect” option.
- Select any one transitional wallpaper for the lock screen. You can also select it from the Gallery app.
- Now tap on the Set as Wallpaper option and it is done.
However, you can customize the transition effects type, Speed, thickness, Brightness, and Grayscale of the lock screen, just need to tap on the Edit option ahead of Set as wallpaper.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 offers a remarkable feature named Water Lock Mode. It prevents unintended interactions while submerged in water. This feature is a valuable addition, ensuring seamless functionality and peace of mind while wearing the Galaxy Watch 4 in the water.
There are two simple methods to activate Water Lock Mode on the Galaxy Watch 4. The first involves a quick swipe down to access the Quick Settings Panel, followed by tapping the Water Mode icon.
Alternatively, users can enable this mode through the device’s Settings menu by selecting “Advanced Features” and toggling on the “Water Lock” option. Once enabled, Water Lock Mode renders the touchscreen inactive, shielding the watch from accidental touches underwater.
To deactivate Water Lock Mode, users can press and hold the home key. The watch emits sounds to expel water from the speaker, while a gentle shake eliminates any moisture from the pressure sensor.
