All articles tagged with #galaxy phones
Samsung's hidden Connectivity labs menu offers advanced Wi-Fi tools on Galaxy S20 and newer models, including signal inspection, smarter switching, and low latency protocols, which can significantly improve connectivity and network performance when accessed and configured properly.
Samsung is expected to introduce a Motion Assist feature with One UI 9 (Android 17) for Galaxy phones, enhancing user experience with new motion-based functionalities.
Samsung has released two new Qi2-compatible wireless chargers, a puck and a car mount, but Galaxy owners need to buy a magnetic case and separate power adapter to use them, highlighting Samsung's slow adoption of the Qi2 standard that other brands like Google have embraced.
Samsung is planning to discontinue support for OneDrive as the default photo backup solution on Galaxy phones, replacing it with its own Samsung Cloud service, although users can still manually backup to OneDrive via its app.
Samsung's upcoming One UI 8.5 update for Galaxy phones introduces several new features including enhanced privacy with Private Display, automatic call screening, NFC-based Quick Share, pollen tracking, AI shortcuts, iOS-inspired design tweaks, temporary Auto Blocker disablement, and protection against flashing lights for accessibility. These improvements aim to boost privacy, usability, and user experience, with some features still in leak or testing stages.
Samsung warns Galaxy phone owners about a critical security flaw (CVE-2025-21043) exploited in the wild, which can allow remote attackers to take control of devices through a zero-click attack. The vulnerability affects a closed-source image parsing library and is particularly dangerous because it requires no user interaction. Samsung recommends updating to the latest Android and security patches as soon as they are available to mitigate the risk.
Samsung has issued an urgent security warning for Galaxy smartphone users, particularly those with devices running Android 13 or newer, due to a vulnerability (CVE-2025-21043) in a third-party image-parsing library that could allow attackers to execute malicious code. The flaw, reported by WhatsApp, has been exploited in the wild and requires immediate updating of devices to the latest security patch to mitigate risks. Users are advised to update their phones promptly and consider additional security measures like antivirus apps to protect against potential attacks.
Samsung is expanding its One UI 8 beta program to include more Galaxy devices such as the Galaxy S23 series and Galaxy A35/A36/A54/A55, with stable updates expected soon, following the initial rollout with the Galaxy S25 series and ongoing beta testing in regions like India and South Korea.
Samsung is offering free subscriptions to Google AI One Pro and other services to Galaxy S25, Z Fold 7, and Z Flip 7 owners, including six months of Google AI One Pro, free Adobe Lightroom, and discounts on various apps, as part of its ongoing strategy to promote its Galaxy AI suite and compete with other tech giants.
The article highlights five preinstalled Samsung apps—Global Goals, Samsung Free, Samsung TV Plus, Samsung Shop, and Samsung Kids—that are often unnecessary for many users. It recommends uninstalling or disabling these apps to save memory and battery life, especially if they don't align with the user's needs, while noting that some apps may be useful for specific users like parents or entertainment enthusiasts.
One UI 8 introduces useful features for Galaxy users, including swipe controls for the camera, an improved Quick Share UI for sharing files, a redesigned Samsung Internet browser, and easier management of alarms and reminders, enhancing the overall user experience during weekends or any day.
Samsung urges Galaxy users to enable new anti-theft features introduced with One UI 7, including Theft Detection Lock, Offline Device Lock, Remote Lock, Identity Check, and Security Delay, to enhance security and protect data in case of theft or high-risk situations. These features are available on recent Galaxy models in the US, Canada, and the UK, with plans to expand to more devices.
Samsung urges Galaxy users to activate new security features introduced with the One UI 7 update, including Theft Detection Lock, Offline Device Lock, Remote Lock, and Identity Check, to enhance protection against theft and unauthorized access. These features are available on recent Galaxy models and more devices will receive them soon.
Samsung has released the second beta of One UI 8, based on Android 16, for Galaxy S25 series and expanded the program to new regions including India and Poland. The update mainly focuses on bug fixes and minor improvements, with some new features like a user feedback tool and AI text-to-image generator. The full rollout for compatible devices is expected to begin in July.
Apple announced in iOS 26 a new feature that estimates battery charging time and time to reach 80%, a feature long available on Galaxy phones, along with an Adaptive Power mode to optimize power consumption based on usage patterns.