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How to resolve these common Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 problems
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is the 3rd generation best Samsung (or anyone else) has ever produced. It improves the durability of the Z Fold 2, which provides water resistance with IPX8, Gorilla Glass Victus, and “sweeper” bristles inside the hinge to retain dust and extend the duration of the phone.
It is also an excellent all-around tool, boasting a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor and a three-lens rear camera system. On top of this, it goes fold out, making it great for you to do multitasking work and make a product, watch TV and media, and entertain your friends.
Regarding, a state-of-the-art condition like the Z Fold 3, it may not be completely free of problems with lubricants and technical equipment. Fortunately, we have compiled a list of common Samsung Samsung Z Fold 3 problems and how to fix them.
This gives you details on everything from battery discharge issues to issues with Samsung Pay, helping you make the most of your new phone and not letting small snags ruin your enjoyment.
As with our troubleshooting pieces, this article will be updated as we encounter new common issues, so please come back again if the issue you are facing isn’t covered yet.
Camera app not displaying Dual Screen button for selfies
A number of users on Samsung’s Community forum have noted that, when trying to take a selfie in the Camera app, they don’t see the Dual Screen button.
Solution
- Fortunately, there’s a very quick fix for this. As other Samsung Community users have noted, opening the Camera app from the cover screen (rather than the main screen) will ensure that the Dual Screen button appears where it should.
Screen protector problems
Some users of the Z Fold 3 have encountered a variety of issues with the phone’s pre-installed screen protectors. These problems aren’t always exactly the same, with some reporting bubbles and others reporting inconsistencies in the protector’s adherence to the screen.
Since such issues can be frustrating, you are strongly advised not to remove the pre-installed screen protector, especially when talking about a large folding screen. Instead, you should contact Samsung as soon as possible to arrange a repair or replacement.
On the other hand, at least one user asked if it was safe to remove the outer film that came wrapped in wire outside the box.
Unable to acquire GPS location in apps
Even though the Z Fold 3 has only just been released, some users have already complained that apps they use are unable to receive their GPS location data from the phone.
Possible solutions
This is an issue that has affected other Samsung devices in recent years, so you may simply have to wait for a software update for a fix. You can check if one is available by doing the following:
- Open the Settings app on your device.
- Scroll down to Software Update.
- Select Download and Install.
- If a new update is available, your device will obtain it.
This is one of the more complicated and difficult problems encountered so far with the Galaxy Z Fold 3. Quite a large number of United States-based users have reported that they can’t activate their phones on Sprint. This seems to be an issue arising from T-Mobile’s merger with Sprint and from how Samsung has optimized the phone (or not) for using a T-Mobile or Sprint SIM card.
As of writing, the only fix appears to be contacting T-Mobile and/or Sprint and trying a different SIM card (i.e., a T-Mobile rather than Sprint SIM). That said, some users have reported that the issue was resolved after several days, with a few noting that they were eventually able to activate their phones via either the T-Mobile or Sprint websites.
A couple of users have reported that the Convert Handwriting to Text feature on their Z Fold 3 phones doesn’t work properly. Normally, this lets users of the Samsung Notes app handwrite a phrase or sentence and then convert it into normal text. Unfortunately, the affected users note that the process of conversion malfunctions, with random words appearing where they shouldn’t.
Possible fixes
- As of writing, there isn’t a definitive solution for this. You may simply have to wait for a software update from Samsung and then install it, which you can do by going to Settings > Software Update > Download and Install.
- Given the Samsung Notes app is responsible for converting handwriting, you may also want to try updating it. This can be done by going to the Google Play Store, searching for Samsung Notes, and then tapping Update.
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Samsung Galaxy S24 series introduced several new features and enhancements with the One UI 6.1, one of which is Intelligent Optimization. This feature is designed to give users specific control over the image processing levels directly from the camera settings.
The Intelligent Optimization feature allows users to adjust how their photos are processed. Whether capturing everyday moments or professional shots, the Intelligent Optimization feature in One UI 6.1 ensures that your photos meet your standards with minimal effort.
How to activate it?
You can easily enable the Intelligent Optimization feature by following the steps below.
- Open the Camera app, then Settings.
- Tap on Intelligent Optimization.
- Choose the desired optimization level
- 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.
- Optionally, enable or disable the Scene Optimizer.
This feature allows for customization of photo attributes such as sharpness, contrast, and brightness. For example, selecting the minimum level results in more natural-looking images, while the maximum level increases detail and sharpness, which is ideal for zoomed-in shots. Notably, the quality optimization setting of these levels only affects Photo Mode.
If you enable Scene Optimizer, it automatically optimizes the color and contrast of pictures to make dark scenes look brighter, food looks tastier and landscapes look more vivid.
How to use One UI 6.1 Camera Shift feature on your Samsung Galaxy
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Samsung’s One UI 6.1 offers a range of new features and Galaxy AI Suite that significantly improves the user experience. With the latest Galaxy Enhance-X app, users of Samsung One UI 6.1 devices can enhance their photos using an innovative feature called Camera Shift. This feature is designed to provide more flexibility and control over the composition of photos.
The Camera Shift feature allows users to alter the perspective of a photograph after it has been taken. This is mainly useful in situations where capturing the perfect angle in real time is not possible.
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Moreover, the Camera Shift uses advanced AI algorithms to modify the angle and perspective of your photos, providing a result that aligns with your imagination. With events that unfold rapidly and capturing every detail that matters, Camera Shift ensures that you can revisit and adjust those moments.
How to use it?
You can easily use the Camera Shift feature on your Samsung Galaxy smartphone running One UI 6.1, just need to follow a few steps:
- Open the Galaxy Store app and download the Galaxy Enhance-X app.
- Select the photo you wish to edit and choose the “Camera Shift” option.
- A slider will appear, enabling you to change the photo’s perspective as you see fit.
Samsung Galaxy Enhance-X’s Camera Shift feature enhances mobile photography by making it easier to take pictures and expanding the creative options for users. If you have the latest version of Galaxy Enhance-X and One UI 6.1 running Samsung device then you can enjoy this feature.
Samsung Galaxy S24 series introduced a significant enhancement to the user experience with One UI 6.1, which allows extensive customization of lock screen widgets. This impressive feature is a first for the flagship devices, allowing users to personalize their lock screen to a great extent.
One UI 6.1 lets users arrange different widgets on their lock screen according to personal preference. These widgets include a customizable clock display color, battery indicators, calendar, weather forecast, and even Samsung Health’s daily activity graphs.
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Arrange Widgets on Samsung One UI 6.1 Lock Screen
To customize the lock screen, users just need to follow a few steps:
- Simply touch and hold to your phone’s lock screen.
- Select ‘Widgets’ to view the available options and swipe up to see available widgets such as battery, clock and reminders.
Add
- Now, tap on Widgets, then select the desired widget option. You can repeat this process to continue adding widgets.
- To rearrange widgets, touch and hold the selected widget, then drag it to a new place next to the other widgets.
Remove
- If a user decides to remove a widget, they can do so by tapping the red minus icon. This will delete it from your lock screen.
Once the customization is complete, users can save their settings by tapping ‘Done’. This personalized setup allows for efficient access to information directly from the lock screen. If you have a Galaxy device running One UI 6.1, then you can try Lock Screen widget customization.