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Samsung Galaxy S21 AOD (Always On Display) – One UI 4.0
Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy S21 series on January 14, 2021. With the Galaxy S21 flagships, the company offers impressive hardware and software installation.
These devices are powered by Exynos 2100 and Snapdragon 888 SoC to provide a powerful smartphone experience. Besides, the pre-installed Android 11-based One UI 3.1 version comes with a number of new features.
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“Always On Display” is one of the popular features among all smartphone users. The AOD lets users access some important functions of their smartphone such as date, time, battery, and notification even when the device is locked.
Also, it’s worth mentioning that the AOD consumes minor battery power and allows users to take the advantage of this feature without worrying about battery life.
Thanks to the new Android 12-based One UI 4.0, now Samsung Galaxy S21, Note 20, S20, Note 10, S10, Fold/Fold 2, and Flip smartphone users can use an improved Always On Display.
It allows users to view missed calls and message alerts, check the time and date, view other customized information, and more without unlocking their device.
Here’s how to enable “Always On Display”
- From Settings, tap Lock screen >> Always On Display.
- Now, tap on the Toggle to enable the AOD.
After enabling AOD, set the following options:
- Choose when to show a clock and notifications on the screen when your device is not in use:
- Tap to show for 10 seconds, Show always, or Show as scheduled.
- Clock style:
- Change the style and color options for the clock on the Lock screen and Always-on Display.
- Show music information:
- Show music details when the FaceWidgets music controller is in use.
- Screen orientation:
- Display the AOD in portrait or landscape mode.
- Auto brightness:
- Automatically adjust the brightness of Always On Display.
- About Always On Display:
- View the current software version and license
Always On Display themes:
Here’s how to apply custom themes for Always On Display.
- From the Home screen, touch and hold the screen, and tap Themes > AODs.
- Tap an AOD to preview and download it to My Always On Displays.
- Tap Navigation drawer > My stuff > AODs to see downloaded themes.
- Tap an AOD, and then tap Apply.
Samsung introduced a Sleep Apnea tracking feature with the Galaxy Watch 7 series. The company is now making the Sleep Apnea feature available for other Galaxy Watch models with One UI 6 update. Here, you can check how to enable and use this feature.
Sleep apnea is a condition where a person’s breathing becomes shallow or stops while they sleep. It’s a serious issue that can affect overall health. With the new feature, Samsung aims to help users easily detect if they might have sleep apnea.
To use this feature, you’ll need the Samsung Health Monitor app on your Samsung phone. Here’s how you can enable it:
- Open the Samsung Health Monitor app on your connected phone and go to the Sleep Apnea tab.
- If you don’t see the app on your phone, start it from your watch first.
- Enable the Sleep Apnea feature by turning on the switch and following the prompts.
Make sure to wear your Galaxy Watch while you sleep. In the morning, open the Samsung Health Monitor app again to view your results in the Sleep Apnea tab. You can also tap “View history” to see your recorded sleep data.
This new feature gives users important insights into their sleep health. By offering an easy way to detect signs of sleep apnea, it can help users take steps toward better health.
For more detailed instructions, you can also check “the Instructions for use” section in the Samsung Health Monitor app. If you have the Galaxy Watch running One UI 6 Watch update, you can try out this feature.
Quality sleep is important for your health, but several people struggle to get enough. Lack of sleep can lead to serious health problems like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. To help improve sleep, Samsung has created the Galaxy Ring. It is a smart ring with AI technology that tracks your sleep and offers personalized tips to help you rest better.
Here you can check three advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Ring to improve your sleep.
Comfortable to Wear All Night
Samsung Galaxy Ring is lightweight and comfortable so you can wear it all night without issues. It comes in 9 different sizes, and a free sizing kit is included to help you find the best fit.
The ring can be worn on any finger, but the index finger is recommended for the best results. With a battery life of up to 7 days, you don’t have to worry about charging it every night.
Track Sleep Quality
Galaxy Ring features an Advanced Sleep Tracking feature, which helps to track different stages of sleep, including light, deep, and REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep. Each stage plays a different role in your body’s recovery. Deep sleep helps your body heal, while REM sleep is important for mental recovery.
By tracking how much time you spend in each stage, the Galaxy Ring helps you understand if you’re getting the quality sleep you need. It also checks your heart rate and heart rate variability, which can help spot sleep problems.
Healthier Tips
After tracking your sleep for a week, the Galaxy Ring provides personalized advice to help you improve your sleep habits. It might suggest things like adjusting your bedtime or avoiding caffeine before sleep. These tips make it easier to build a healthier sleep routine.
Studying e-books and journals in foreign languages can be difficult, especially when you come across unfamiliar words or phrases. For that, Samsung offers Galaxy AI-powered PDF Overlay Translation feature. With this feature, you can instantly translate PDF documents without needing any extra apps which helps you understand study material more quickly and effectively.
Samsung PDF Overlay Translation feature automatically translates the text on your screen. After that, you can read documents in a foreign language without having to switch between apps or spend time searching for words.
Whether you’re reading any paper or an e-book, the PDF Overlay Translation tool can help you stay focused by making translations appear directly on the document. Below you can check how you can use it on your Samsung phone.
How to Use Samsung PDF Overlay Translation Feature
For that, you just need to follow a few steps given below
- Open the Samsung Notes app on your Galaxy device
- Create a new document by clicking the appropriate icon.
- Tap the “+” icon, select PDF, and find the PDF you want to translate.
- Once your PDF is open, tap the Galaxy AI icon at the top of the screen.
You can choose to either Summarize or Translate PDF depending on what you need. You can also pick the language you want to translate the document into.
This feature is very useful, mainly for those who need to read documents in another language, whether for school, work, or personal growth. It saves time and helps you understand content better to study more efficiently and without stress.
If you have an eligible Samsung Galaxy device, you can try this feature now to read documents in another language.