by Calling all Samsung fans, here are six hidden features you really need to know about.
Following the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S23, mobile phone retailer Fonehouse has rounded up its top tips and tricks you might not know your Samsung is capable of.
Whether it’s a setting to limit your blue light exposure or a convenient voice command setup, you won’t want to miss out on these nifty features.
Samsung Tricks You May Not Know Your Phone Can Do
From limiting blue light to voice commands, here are six hidden Samsung features you might not know about (Canva) (Image: Canvas)
Limit blue light with Eye Comfort Shield
You can limit your exposure to blue light and wear warmer colors with Samsung’s Eye Comfort Shield feature.
This nifty feature is more comfortable and reduces eye strain when using your smartphone.
Not to mention, it can make it easier for you to fall asleep at night.
How do I find this feature?
Go to Settings > Open screen > Toggle to turn on the Eye Comfort Shield switch to enable the default options > Tap on Eye Comfort Shield and edit to make the necessary modifications to your liking.
You can schedule the feature to activate at certain times of the day by tapping Set schedule and then choosing your preferred option.
Run two versions of a messaging app
Do you need a balance between work and life? Do not say more!
You can keep your personal and work accounts separate using Dual Messenger.
This allows you to use two different accounts for the same messaging app on the same device.
The feature works by making a clone of messaging apps like WhatsApp and Messenger and allowing you to log in and send and receive messages to and from any two active app accounts.
You can tell the difference between the two versions because the cloned app has two circles at the bottom right of the icon.
How do I find this feature?
Go to Settings > Open Advanced Features > Go to Dual Messenger > Tap the switch next to the app you want to clone > Tap Install > Read the disclaimer and tap Confirm > If you want to use a separate contact list for the cloned app, switch this setting to On.
Did you know that your Samsung could do all these things? (PA) (Image: AP)
Take selfies using voice commands
If you’re having a hard time getting the perfect selfie, this hidden voice command hack might be just what you need.
All you need to do is configure your voice command settings with phrases like “cheese,” “shoot,” “capture,” or “record video” if you want to film.
Gone are the days of blurry images and awkward maneuvering to touch the circle – it does it all for you!
How do I find this feature?
Open the Camera app > Tap the Settings cog in the top left corner > Scroll to and tap Shooting methods > Tap the buttons next to Voice control.
Silence incoming calls or alarms by flipping your phone over
Have you ever rushed to turn off the alarm or reject an inopportune call in an important meeting or conversation?
Yes we too.
Now, it’s easier than ever to silence those interruptions by simply placing your device face down or placing your hand on the screen.
How do I find this feature?
Go to Settings > Open advanced features > Go to Motions and gestures > Scroll down to Easy mute and tap the switch to turn it on.
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Add background effects to video calls
Samsung’s video call effects feature allows you to apply background effects to calls in apps like Duo, Messenger, and WhatsApp.
How do I find this feature?
Go to Settings > Open advanced features > Tap on the switch for Video call effects > Scroll down and toggle on Video call effects to enable > Tap on Video call effects to see the background options.
Once you make a video call, the effects are available to change in the app so you can change them if you are not satisfied with the way they look by tapping the Settings icon on the top right corner of the screen and choosing one of the given options to switch to. instant.
Hide items in a secure folder
Samsung phones also have the option to create a Secure Folder, a specially protected area of your device where you can store any type of file you want that no one else can access, as it requires additional authentication.
All the data on it is also fully encrypted, which means that it is almost impossible to hack into it.
How do I find this feature?
Go to Settings > Open Biometrics & security > Touch Secure Folder > Touch Sign in, Continue or OK > Enter your Samsung account details, then touch Sign in or OK > Touch Continue under permissions > Choose the lock method you want to use , then tap Next > Enter lock method, then choose Continue > Enter lock method again, then choose Confirm.
A Secure Folder shortcut will be added to your home screen and apps, where you can now add new files and apps as well.
