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How to Delete or Deactivate Threads Account

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Yesterday, Meta launched its Twitter competitor — Threads on Android and iOS platforms. The account creation procedure of Threads is quite simple as it’s deeply integrated with Instagram. Well, if you are finding a way to Delete or Deactivate your Threads account, you are at the right place.

In order to completely delete your Threads account from Meta’s server, you are required to delete your Instagram profile. And in case you want to keep your Instagram and ditch the Threads only, you can go ahead with the option to Deactivate it.

“You may deactivate your Threads profile at any time, but your Threads profile can only be deleted by deleting your Instagram account,” reads Threads’ privacy policy.

How to Delete or Deactivate Threads Account

  1. Firstly, open the Threads app, tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner of the screen.
  2. Tap the two-line menu icon in the top right of your profile.
  3. Tap the Account icon.
  4. Tap Deactivate profile.
  5. Tap Deactivate Threads profile.
  6. Confirm your choice to Deactivate at the prompt.

In case you change your mind after deactivation, you can re-activate your Threads account. Just keep in mind, you can only deactivate your profile once a week.

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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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Unlock Samsung Internet app’s Secret Mode Now

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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”.

Samsung Internet 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.

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One UI 6.1: How to set up video call effects on your Samsung devices

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Are you using a Samsung Galaxy smartphone running on One UI 6.1 and having trouble finding the video call effects option? Let us tell you that Samsung has updated this feature to make it easier for you to customize your video calls. Here’s what’s new and how you can set it up.

With the One UI 6.1 update, Samsung has moved the video call effects feature settings to the Quick Panel. Now, you can access and change video call effects without having to navigate through multiple screens. When you pull down from the top of your screen, the Quick Panel appears.

Here’s how to set up Video Call Effects:

You can easily use the Video Call effects on your Samsung devices, just need to follow a few steps:

  • Start a video call using any app that supports video calling. Make sure you’re in the middle of the call before you try to change the effects.
  • While you’re on the video call, pull down from the top of your screen to open the Quick Panel. Pull down again to reveal more options.
  • In the Quick Panel, find the Video Call Effects button. Tap on this button to open the settings for video call effects.

Samsung One UI 6.1 Video Call effects

  • You’ll now see several options to customize your video call. You can change the background, adjust your face effects, modify the color tone, or use automatic framing. Select the options that you like to enhance your video call.

Samsung One UI 6.1 Video Call effects

Users with Samsung devices running from One UI 3.1 to One UI 6.0 have to select the video call effects icon directly on the call screen. But with One UI 6.1, accessing these features through the Quick Panel is now simpler.

If you haven’t used these effects on your Galaxy devices yet, try it now to make your video calls fun and engaging.

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