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How to change the Bixby key to power menu on your Samsung phone

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Samsung Side Key settings

Every smartphone manufacturer has its own virtual assistant. For Samsung phones, the assistant is Bixby. It lets you control your smartphone and select connected accessories. With this, you can easily open apps, check the weather, play music, send text messages, turn down screen brightness, and much more.

Google Assistant is a big competitor of Bixby. Most smartphone users use Google Assistant on their phones. However, every company wants their customers to use the brand’s virtual assistant instead of Google Assistant and Samsung is no different.

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By default, newer Samsung phones open Bixby when you hold down the Side key, the key you’d expect to function as a power button. This is very stupid and is frustrating to use. But it’s easy to fix. Here’s how:

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Disable Samsung Bixby

Disable Bixby and change to Power menu

  • Swipe down on your home screen to open your notification panel.
  • Swipe again to expand quick settings.
  • Tap the Power icon in the top right corner.
  • Tap Side key settings at the bottom of the screen.
  • Toggle on the Power off menu under Press and hold.

Disable Bixby

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Here’s how to stop annoying vibrations and notifications on your Samsung device

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Samsung unknown Notifications issue

Several Samsung users have recently reported unexpected vibrations and notifications from their Galaxy phones after updating the Samsung Wallet Digital Key app. This has caused inconvenience among users, leading to frustration with these notifications.

The issue mainly arises after installing the Samsung Wallet Digital Key app version 1.4.30.6. After this update, users’ Galaxy phones started making unknown vibrations and notifications.

Fortunately, Samsung has acknowledged these issues and prepared an update to fix these unexpected vibrations and notifications. The company recommends installing the latest version of the Samsung Wallet Digital Key app to enjoy smoother performance.

Samsung unknown Notifications issue

To install the latest update of the Samsung Wallet Digital Key app, first open the Galaxy Store on your device and tap the menu at the bottom of the screen. Now, select the Updates option. Scroll down to locate the Samsung Wallet Digital Key app, and then tap the “Update” button next to it.

By following these steps, Samsung users can ensure that their app is up-to-date and functioning correctly. With the latest version, they can enjoy using the Samsung Wallet Digital Key with a better experience and without bugs.

Aside from this, the Samsung Wallet app recently received a Tap to Transfer feature for Galaxy devices. It allows users of Samsung Wallet on Galaxy phones to instantly transfer money by tapping the backs of their devices together.

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Samsung Gallery albums missing after One UI 6.1.1 update? Check these quick solutions

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Samsung Gallery One UI 6.1.1 issue

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.

Samsung Gallery One UI 6.1.1 issue

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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Excited for One UI 7 Beta? Here’s how to get your Samsung device ready!

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One UI 7 Beta

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.

One UI 7 Beta

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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