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Samsung Android 12 Mobile continuity features with One UI 4.0
Samsung’s Android 12 based One UI 4.0 update has reached many Galaxy devices. Some people must have waited for its arrival on their phone and checked its features as soon as it arrived. However, there are some people who don’t know about the features of One UI 4 yet. We have brought a new tip for those people.
In this article, we’ll see how to use Mobile continuity features on your Samsung Galaxy device running on Android 12-based One UI 4.0 software system. So, Samsung Android 12 Mobile continuity includes three functionalities, which are as follows:
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- Continue apps on other devices: It allows you to resume what you were doing on your Galaxy phone, tablet, or another device, thus, letting users freely switch between two devices.
- Link to Windows: It permits you to mirror notifications and texts from your phone to Windows. Basically, the service takes everything you can do on your smartphone and brings it into the convenience and familiarity with your PC.
- Samsung Dex: It lets you expand the desktop computing experience by wirelessly connecting your smartphone to a smart display and adding a keyboard and mouse.
Samsung Android 12 Mobile Continuity
How to use Continue apps on other devices:
- Open Settings of your smartphone.
- Go to the Advanced features option.
- Click on Continue apps on other devices.
- Tap the toggle to turn on the feature.
- Now open Samsung Internet or Samsung Notes on one device.
- On the other device, tap the Recents icon.
- An icon will appear next to recently used apps.
- Tap it to open the app and continue using it on your current device.
How to use Link to windows feature:
Prior to starting pairing, make sure that your phone and the PC are logged in to the same Microsoft account.
- Open Settings of your smartphone
- Go to the Advanced features option
- Click on Link to Windows
- Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your device to your PC.
*You can also enable this feature from the Quick settings menu.
Pictures
- Drag and drop pictures to Windows.
- Open and edit pictures in the Your Photos app.
- Share images with your contacts through Windows.
Messages (SMS/MMS)
- MMS group messaging support.
- Integration with Windows Emoji Picker.
- Get a Windows pop-up when receiving a new message.
Notifications
- See and manage phone notifications from your PC.
- Exclude notifications from individual phone apps.
- Get a Windows pop-up when receiving a new notification.
App mirroring
- Live stream your phone screen on your PC.
- Interact with your phone using the keyboard and mouse.
- Use Windows Accessibility.
How to use Samsung DeX:
- Send DeX to your TV and keep using your device, or turn your device into a trackpad.
- Connect to a TV or monitor either wirelessly or with an HDMI cable.
- Get DeX on your PC for quick and easy file transfers.
How to Enable DeX
- Open Settings of your smartphone
- Go to Advanced features
- Click on Samsung DeX.
- Tap the toggle to turn on the feature.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to connect to your TV or PC.
- If connecting to a PC, download the DeX app onto your computer at samsungdex.com.
Call and text on other devices
This feature allows you to make and answer calls and text messages from your Galaxy devices that are signed in to your Samsung account.
- Head over Settings of your smartphone
- Go to Advanced features
- Click on Call & text on other devices.
- Tap the toggle to turn on the feature. Connection occurs automatically.
- Sign in to your Samsung Account on your Galaxy devices.
*Move your contacts from your device to your Samsung account so you can access them on all registered devices.
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If you’ve updated your Samsung Galaxy phone to One UI 6.1.1 and noticed that your photo albums are missing or not showing up in the Gallery app, you’re not alone. Several Galaxy users are experiencing the same issue. Let’s take a look at what’s cause of this issue and how to fix it.
What’s the Issue?
After the major One UI 6.1.1 update, some users have found that when they select an album group in the Gallery app, their photos are not visible. Instead, the album seems to disappear entirely.
The issue often happens when you have albums with the same name activated in two different features – the album hiding function and the album merge feature. When both are turned on, it can cause albums to disappear or not display correctly.
Samsung’s Response
Samsung is aware of this issue and the community moderator has confirmed that it’s a known issue affecting users after the One UI 6.1.1 update.
The moderator has also mentioned that the company is working on a solution to fix these bugs in future updates. In the meantime, you can check some temporary solutions to resolve it.
Quick Solutions
If you’re experiencing problems with your albums, there are two solutions you can try:
1.) Disable Albums with the same name in the Hide Album Feature
For that, you just need to open the Samsung Gallery app on your device >> tap the More Options icon (Three vertical dots) >> Select Hide Album option >> Look for albums that have the same name and turn them off.
2.) Turn Off the Album Merge Feature
To do so, launch the Samsung Gallery app >> click on the More icon at the bottom to enter Settings >> check the option for Merge Album and switch it off.
By following these steps, you should be able to see your photo albums again. You can also check software updates and a Gallery app update. If any of them are available on your smartphone, install them now to get a better experience.
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Samsung is going to open the One UI 7 Beta Program for Galaxy devices soon, and fans are excited to be a part of it. Ahead of registering beta, it is important to ready your Galaxy smartphone for that.
If you have the latest Galaxy flagship smartphone, such as the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold 6, or Galaxy Z Flip 6, here are a few steps to prepare for the Beta update:
1). Keep Your Software Updated
- Make sure your phone is running the latest software version. You can only participate in the Beta if your device’s software is up to date. This also helps with performance and compatibility for the upcoming Beta.
2). Install the Samsung Members app
- Samsung Members app is necessary to join the Beta program. If you haven’t installed it yet, do so soon! To do so, you just need to open Galaxy Store >> Search ‘Samsung Members’ >> Open it and tap to Install.
3). Update the Samsung Members app version
- If you already have the Samsung Members app, check for any updates. Keeping it up to date will help you access the Beta Poster and enjoy new features.
By following these steps, you’ll be ready to join the One UI 7 Beta program as soon as it is available.
Notably, the Korean tech giant hasn’t confirmed when One UI 7 will be released but some reports show that many flagship devices are already being tested internally. However, the recent information reveals that there may be some delays in the Beta rollout.
Today, Samsung is holding its 2024 Developer Conference, where the company will showcase improvements in various features like Bixby, Galaxy AI, One UI, Samsung Health, Samsung Wallet, SmartThings, and Tizen. It’s not clear if Samsung will reveal Android 15-based One UI 7.0 at the event.
Keep an eye on announcements and get ready to enjoy new features on your Galaxy device!
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Samsung Internet app is filled with a Secret Mode browsing feature. Under Samsung Internet, the company created a myriad of features all geared towards helping to keep you and your online experience safe.
Available for all Android phones, Samsung Internet brings user-centric security and privacy features to web browsing, enabling you to freely browse your favorite websites while helping to safeguard your privacy.
Samsung Internet also enables private environments with Secret Mode. This option offers the same browsing experience as you would normally experience on Samsung Internet but with extra privacy and protection.
Secret Mode won’t let cookies and browsing history for any websites you visit be stored on your phone. As soon as you close all the tabs from Secret Mode, cookies and browsing history will be erased, leaving no clue of what happened.
To use this feature, go to Samsung Internet, and from the main screen, tap on the Tab Manager icon on the bottom where you can manage your open pages. Activate Secret Mode by tapping “Turn on Secret mode”.
Privacy Dashboard:
Available within the Quick Access page, the Privacy Dashboard offers a detailed record of weekly activities and settings that can be adjusted to suit your privacy preferences. To find this, go to the browser, tap the three lines icon, and select Privacy.