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Try these Samsung One UI 4.1 S Pen features that Galaxy S22 Ultra offers!
For the first time, Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has a built-in S-Pen, so you can carry it and use it easily. You can use the Integrated S Pen in a variety of fun ways to enhance your note-taking experience. Read the guide below to learn about the new built-in with added One UI 4.1 S Pen features in the Galaxy S22 Ultra.
The Galaxy S22 Ultra is the first S series product with an embedded S pen. You can use it to note and write ideas, perform broadcast actions, open a new note directly on the screen, or switch between other S Pen-compatible devices on the go.
You can also use the text feature from the S Pen to convert your handwriting to text as you type on the screen. The Galaxy S22 Ultra’s S Pen will not be inserted as in the previous Galaxy Note series.
Samsung One UI 4.1 S Pen Features
Taking pictures with S Pen
Before you can remotely control apps using the S Pen button, the S Pen must be charged. When you insert the S Pen into the slot, charging will begin. If the Air Action feature is disabled, the S Pen will only charge when the device is charging.
Although it is already possible to set a timer and take pictures with your device when kept at a distance, you can now easily take pictures by pressing the S pen button. Follow the steps below to take a picture using the S pen.
- Launch the Settings app and tap Advanced features.
- Tap S Pen.
- Tap Air actions, and then tap the switch to activate the feature.
- Launch the Camera app.
- Press the S Pen button once to take a picture
Using Air Action
You can remotely control apps using the S pen connected to your device via Energy (BLE) on Bluetooth. For instance, you can quickly launch apps like the Camera app by pressing and holding the S Pen button.
Apart from this, you can also take a picture by pressing the button once while using the camera app. While playing music, if you hold down the S pen button and lift the S pen, you can increase the volume and, similarly, if you lower it, you can decrease the volume.
Changing Apps while using
You can set up an app or feature to launch, and then change what you want to use with the S Pen feature. To set up the app or feature you want to change, follow the steps below.
- Launch the Settings app and tap Advanced features.
- Tap S Pen.
- Tap Air actions.
- Tap the Hold down Pen button.
- Select the app or the feature you want to change. You can launch the app by holding down the S Pen button
Resetting your S Pen
If the S Pen has connection problems or the S Pen is frequently disconnected, reset the S Pen and reconnect it. Insert the S pen into the slot. Then, open the Air Action Settings screen and press Reset more options (three vertical dots)> S Pen.
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Samsung has finally launched the Android 15-based One UI 7 Beta Program. The official announcement was made on December 5. The activity is initially available for the Galaxy S24, S24 Plus, and S24 Ultra in seven.
One UI 7 introduces radical interface tweaks, fresh new UI components, rich graphics, plenty of new features, and a lot more. The new software also uplevels the security system of your Galaxy smartphone to keep data safe.
What’s New in One UI 7?
Samsung’s Android 15-based One UI 7 Beta Program delivers a glimpse into a revolutionary smartphone experience powered by cutting-edge Galaxy AI features, enhanced personalization, and an overhauled interface.
One UI 7 integrates advanced AI agents and multimodal capabilities across the interface, enabling seamless and natural interactions.
Key AI enhancements include:
Writing Assist Tools: Users can now boost productivity with integrated AI-powered tools that summarize content, check grammar and spelling, and format notes into bullet points—all without switching between applications.
Samsung One UI 7 AI Writing Assist Tools (Source – Samsung)
Call Transcriptions: Calls recorded on Samsung Galaxy devices running the latest One UI 7 can now be transcribed automatically, supporting 20 languages, offering a convenient solution for multitasking professionals.
Samsung One UI 7 Call Transcript (Credit – Samsung)
One UI 7 introduces a streamlined design language centered around simplicity and user engagement.
Now Bar:
- Accessible directly from the lock screen, this feature offers instant access to activities like Interpreter, Music, Recording, and Stopwatch.
- Reduces the need to unlock the device frequently, transforming the lock screen experience.
Samsung One UI 7 Now Bar (Source – Samsung)
Simplified Customization:
- Redesigned widgets and lock screens allow users to personalize their devices effortlessly.
- Enhanced control over every detail ensures a more intuitive and cohesive experience.
Refreshed Camera UX:
- Reorganized controls make advanced settings easier to access.
- Pro and Pro Video modes now feature a simplified manual settings layout and a new zoom control for smoother transitions during video recording.
Availability and Rollout
The One UI 7 beta program is now available for Galaxy S24 series users in Germany, India, Korea, Poland, the UK, and the US, starting December 5.
The official release of One UI 7 will begin in Q1 2025 with the next-generation Galaxy S series devices. Over time, it will expand to other Galaxy devices, reflecting Samsung’s commitment to extended OS upgrades.
Samsung seems to have revised its smartphone production target for 2025. Meanwhile, Samsung is aiming to foster Galaxy S25 series production than the S24 series. New input suggests that the production target is reduced by 7 to 8 million.
According to TheElec, Samsung is cutting smartphone production estimates for 2025, but the flagship Galaxy S25 series could be produced higher than the Galaxy S24 series.
Back in October, it was reported that Samsung is aiming to produce 237 million phones in 2025. As per the revised plan, the company has set a production target of 229.4 million.
In particular, the Galaxy S25 series is expected to be produced at 37 million units. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S24 series is estimated to be shipped 35 million units this year.
It seems the budget and entry-level phones would be produced in slightly lesser quantities. The aim is to maintain a conservative outlook without impacting premium sales.
On the flip side, the report also revealed production estimation of foldable smartphones, as follows:
- Galaxy Z Flip 7 – 3 million
- Galaxy Z Flip FE – 900,000
- Galaxy Z Fold 7 – 2 million
These figures sum up to a production target of around 6 million units. Combining a Fan Edition model, the sale is still estimated at 6 million – suggesting a slow pace of adoption.
The Galaxy S25 series will launch in late January next year, while the foldable devices may debut in July. Samsung is also preparing to introduce a Slim variant of the S25 series, while the launch timeline is uncertain.
Samsung Calendar app got a new icon with One UI 7, including new icons and enhanced features. The One UI 7 Beta update has been released, and a new report suggests that beta users just received the first app update, which is for the Samsung Calendar app.
The latest update of the Samsung Calendar app arrives with version 12.6.00.35. It brings a new tweak to the app icon, you can now see the name of the day along with the date. This update is truly useful as users no longer need to open the calendar to check the day, they can see its glance on the icon.
The new revamped icon of the Samsung Messages app is available for devices running Android 15-based One UI 7 beta, which means it’s currently only for the Galaxy S24 series. More devices will get this revamped icon with One UI 7.
Aside from this, the One UI 7 update makes handling your calendar easier. You can now reschedule events by simply dragging and dropping them in the Month view.
You can now choose which calendars to show on your widgets which lets you display different calendars on your home screen. With the “Add countdown widget”, you can add countdowns for events like birthdays to see the days left and right on your home screen.
Moreover, you can also move all events from one calendar to another without hassle, perfect for switching from a phone-based calendar to a cloud-based one. If you are a Galaxy S24 user, register and install the One UI 7 Beta to enjoy new Samsung Calendar features.