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Scottish Sun
21-07-2025
- Scottish Sun
Blow for 5million Brits as Samsung STRIPS features from major update – and could even delay its release date
Plus, what else to expect from the new software SAM DUNK Blow for 5million Brits as Samsung STRIPS features from major update – and could even delay its release date Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SAMSUNG has stripped features from its latest update in a massive blow to millions of Brits. The phone company routinely puts out new software to address any flaws or stability issues. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Samsung has stripped features from its latest update in a massive blow to millions of Brits Credit: Samsung But the latest beta version of the One UI 8 has left many speculating whether the company needs more time to refine its latest tech. Whilst the new software is a more "stable-looking" build to the last BYFB update many have warned it's missing key features such as an adaptive lock screen. ROLL-OUT DELAYS Experts at Sammobile, who tested the upgrade, also told shoppers not "to expect too many changes apart from some missing features". They believe the firm is now working on a fourth version for the Galaxy S25 series to fix current bugs. Read more on Tech ENTER THE FOLD I'm DITCHING iPhone after 10 years - how new Samsung mobile has convinced me This could delay the roll-out of the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, Galaxy S25 Edge, and Galaxy S25 Ultra. Samsung is prioritising "stability" and "functionality" over speed, they added. SOFTWARE BENEFITS Samsung said its latest updates will better incorporate AI to make features more "intuitive" for its users. Its latest piece of software will feature intelligent multimodality too - providing users with assistance based off what they're looking at on-screen. Elsewhere, Samsung has quietly upgraded one of its popular features used to send friends photos and videos. Samsung reveals its brand new foldable smartphones - and its cheapest model yet QUICK SHARE BOOST Quick Share is the company's very own file sharing tool which not only works between phones nearby but also uploading them onto the web. Until recently, you were limited to 5GB per day free but users have noticed that the allowance has been doubled to 10GB, allowing people to send much larger files than before. This is especially useful for longer, high quality videos. Quick Share for files locally via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct require both devices to be Galaxy. But one of the great things about Quick Share is the recipient of files shared online via a link don't have to own a Galaxy phone to download them. SLICK NEW PHONES The tech giant has unveiled a trio of new foldable smartphones that are thinner and lighter than before. This includes a new Galaxy Z Fold7 for those wanting to seamlessly switch to a big screen experience, the Galaxy Z Flip7 for a compact handset, as well as a cheaper Galaxy Z Filp7 FE. On the Galaxy Z Fold7, Samsung has managed to bring the weight down to 215g (less than an iPhone 16 Pro Max) and the thickness to 8.9mm folded. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Flip7 is the thinnest the range has seen yet at 6.5mm when folded - and the battery size has been increased despite the slimming down.
Android Authority
20-07-2025
- Android Authority
5 underrated Android features I use all the time, and you should too
Andy Walker / Android Authority Features like split-screen mode, Quick Share, and various battery optimizations are more or less common knowledge amongst Android users. But Google's OS has so many features, it's easy for some to fly under the radar — especially since they can be buried deep within the settings. A lot of the features I use regularly aren't talked about as much as they should be, partly due to the fact not everyone is aware that they even exist. I want to change that by sharing five underrated Android features I think deserve more attention. I've added instructions on how to use them and where to find them, but keep in mind that some may not be available on all devices, while others may be located in a different folder due to the differences in Android versions and skins. App pinning Joe Maring / Android Authority We've all been there: You want to show someone an album with your vacation photos, an interesting app you just discovered, or have them try the latest game you downloaded, but you're worried that they will start going through your phone. The idea of a friend or a family member going through my messages and search history makes me feel uncomfortable, to say the least, which is why I use App pinning in cases like these. App pinning basically 'pins' the app to the screen, meaning the person holding the phone can't close it or open a new one. If they tried, they would have to unlock the phone with a fingerprint or a PIN, which is something only I can do since it's my phone. Problem solved. To enable App Pinning, head to Settings > Security & Privacy > More security & Privacy > App pinning. To pin an app, bring up the multitask screen, tap on the icon of the app you want to pin at the top of its preview, and then select the Pin option. Share Wi-Fi via a QR Code Robert Triggs / Android Authority One of the most frequent questions I get asked by people visiting me at home is, 'What's your Wi-Fi password?' It's a bit sad if you think about it, since I believe I'm more interesting than anything that happens on one's screen, but that's just the reality I have to deal with, unfortunately. My Wi-Fi password is long, so typing it in can be time-consuming. The problem here is that my Wi-Fi password is long and complicated, as it should be for security reasons. I don't know it by heart, and typing it in can be time-consuming anyway, so I just share it via a QR code. I just head to Settings > Network & internet > Internet and then tap on my Wi-Fi network. After that, I select the Share option, which brings up a QR code my guest can scan to instantly connect to my Wi-Fi network. So simple, yet so efficient. It's how technology should be. Notification history Ryan Haines / Android Authority I get a lot of notifications on a daily basis. And what happens is that sooner or later, I swipe some of them out of view, not knowing whether I received an important message or if a random app sent me a notification I couldn't care less about. So, how to solve this conundrum? This is where Notification history comes in. The name says it all — it basically shows me a history of all my notifications. So, if I swipe one or five out of view by mistake, I can still check them thanks to this feature. To access Notification history, pull down the notification panel and tap on the 'No notifications' text (or sometimes the small History button). If you don't see your history, you'll first have to enable it with the toggle that shows up at the top. Document scanner Rita El Khoury / Android Authority The days when I needed to plug in my all-in-one printer, wait for it to boot up, and then scan a document I needed to send someone are long gone. Not only was that process time-consuming on its own, but if you've ever worked with printers/scanners, you know there are tons of issues all the time that extend the process — at least that's been my experience. The tool automatically detects the edges of the document and then uploads it to my Drive. Now, whenever I need to scan a document, I place it on a table, open my camera app, and wait for the 'Scan document' option to show up. The tool then automatically detects the edges of the document, takes a picture, and converts it to a PDF that's then uploaded to my Google Drive. However, this is a feature that may not be available on all phones. I have a Pixel, which is obviously well integrated with Google Drive. Samsung phones also have this feature, but they usually upload the document to Samsung Notes. You'll find the feature on many other popular brands like OnePlus and Xiaomi, but not on all of them. Give it a try and let me know if you have it in the comments. Smart text selection Andy Walker / Android Authority Everyone knows how to select text on an Android phone. You just press and hold on it and then drag your finger to the part you want to select. It's easy. But while most people just use this to copy text, Android's smart text selection can do much more than that. For example, when I see a phone number on the website, I select the number, and the option to call it shows up right away. So there's no need to open the Phone app and type it in manually. The same goes for addresses: I just select the address, and an option to view it in Google Maps shows up instantly. Then there are dates: selecting a date brings up an option to create an event in Google Calendar, which saves me a ton of time. It's a brilliant feature, one not many people know about. How many of these features are you familiar with? 0 votes None NaN % 1 NaN % 2 NaN % 3 NaN % 4 NaN % All of them NaN % There you have it — my five most-used underrated Android features. However, there are plenty of others on offer in Android. I really want to hear which ones you use, so share them with me in the comments.
Android Authority
12-06-2025
- Android Authority
When I share files, I skip right past Quick Share and use this app instead
Andy Walker / Android Authority Sharing files across Android and other devices can be tedious. Although Quick Share has improved slightly since Samsung and Google collaborated, offering a larger feature set than ever, it often feels more cumbersome than convenient. I spend more time connecting to the recipient's phone than sending the file, which I don't appreciate. How often do you use Quick Share? 2 votes Daily. 50 % Once or twice a week. 50 % Once a month or less. 0 % I don't use it at all. 0 % So, faced with the constant challenge of sharing files from my Android phone to my desktop and my partner's phone, I changed my approach. Instead of using a USB cable or Quick Share, I now use LocalSend and wonder why I didn't switch sooner. Where Quick Share stumbles, LocalSend speeds away Andy Walker / Android Authority LocalSend is a free, open-source file-sharing platform that uses my local network to transfer files between my devices. As long as both devices have the app installed and are connected to the same network, I've experienced flawless transfers that complete in seconds. This makes it perfect for buzzing files across devices within the home environment, or really any location with a local network. And, as everything is done locally within your network, you can send almost anything. The app allows general files, clipboard transfers, simple text sends, entire folders, and even APKs. You can see the process for the latter below. Perhaps its greatest selling point is its cross-compatibility with major platforms. While I love the Android app's ease of use and simplicity, I've also loaded my desktop and laptop with the Windows version, allowing cable-free transfers of anything on my device. If there's a documentary I want to send to my phone, or a bunch of screenshots I need to send to my desktop, I can do so in mere seconds. LocalSend is also available for Linux distros and, notably, Apple platforms. I don't own an iPhone or a MacBook, but the app would be a must-install if I did. It reaches far beyond Quick Share. LocalSend's greatest selling point is its cross-compatibility with major platforms, including Android, Windows, and Apple OSes. It's also available as a web service if you want to try it out without installation or if you want to send a file to a home guest. Including a PIN for verifying transfers is a welcome addition, easing my security concerns when sending sensitive documents. The app also features Quick Save and Auto Finish options, which I enable between my phone and desktop to facilitate unattended transfers, significantly improving my workflow. Despite this extensive reach, setting it up is as simple as installing an app on the platform of your choice. Unlike other products, where you must set up network parameters and ports, LocalSend forgives my laziness and is as simple as install and go. While Quick Share struggles to locate devices right next to me, LocalSend excels at seamless transfers. One of my biggest gripes with Quick Share is its difficulty locating target devices. When trying to send a file to my partner via Quick Share, it takes several minutes to find her phone, though the transfer itself takes only seconds. I've encountered this problem with many other devices, leading me to lose trust in Google's service. With LocalSend, I can send files directly to her without locating her device each time — I just need to know the nickname the service assigns to her device. Additionally, LocalSend offers a multiple recipient feature for sending files to several devices at once. Quick Share still stars in some scenarios, but it's rarely ever needed Ryan Haines / Android Authority Of course, LocalSend isn't perfect in every situation. Its reliance on a local network is both its greatest strength and weakness. Sometimes, I can't use it to send files because neither of us is on a home or private network. However, I rarely need to transfer files in these situations, and when Quick Share inevitably fails, I turn to WhatsApp. It's a small price to pay for LocalSend's effectiveness in other scenarios. Quick Share remains my default choice for file sharing when I'm beyond the confines of a local network. However, LocalSend is indispensable in every other situation, and I can't imagine working or living without it.
Android Authority
06-06-2025
- Android Authority
Google's Quick Share could soon play even nicer with Samsung's Quick Share (APK teardown)
Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung's Quick Share feature allows users to share files over the cloud with temporary Samsung Cloud download links. Google's Quick Share could soon be able to intercept these download links and open them within the app. This will allow for a consistent user experience between Samsung Galaxy and other Android devices. Last year, Google and Samsung joined forces to harmonize their file-sharing solutions for the greater good of the Android platform. As a result, Android's Nearby Share was renamed to Quick Share, the same as Samsung's solution on Galaxy devices. More recently, we've spotted Google and Samsung redesigning Quick Share to look similar to each other's solution. We're in for further harmonization, as Google's Quick Share will soon be able to intercept download links from Samsung's Quick Share. Authority Insights story on Android Authority. Discover You're reading anstory on Android Authority. Discover Authority Insights for more exclusive reports, app teardowns, leaks, and in-depth tech coverage you won't find anywhere else. An APK teardown helps predict features that may arrive on a service in the future based on work-in-progress code. However, it is possible that such predicted features may not make it to a public release. In addition to Wi-Fi Direct and Bluetooth-based file transfers, Samsung Galaxy users can upload files to Quick Share and share a download link or QR code with other users. These files are temporarily stored in Samsung Cloud for 48 hours. Google Play Service v25.23.30 beta includes code that allows Google's Quick Share solution to intercept these Samsung Cloud download links. We managed to activate the feature, allowing Google's Quick Share to open the URL in its own interface instead of the default browser. Here's a video demo of the upcoming feature in action: On tapping a Samsung Cloud link, you can see that Google's Quick Share is asking to turn on Bluetooth (which is a check it does when initializing the Receive tab). Once the interface is loaded, Google's Quick Share attempts to download the file and shows a loading bar, although the title text wrongly says 'QR code scan.' You can also see the text 'If the automatic download doesn't start, you can download from your browser.' We can either wait for the download to complete, cancel it, or open the link in the default browser, where you can download the file manually. As you can see in the video demo, the feature is still a work in progress and doesn't work. If this moves ahead, it will bring an even more cohesive user experience between both versions of Quick Share, which will ultimately help the Android platform at large. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
Geeky Gadgets
02-06-2025
- Business
- Geeky Gadgets
Samsung One UI 8 Beta: Android 16, Enhanced AI, & More Revealed!
Samsung has officially launched the beta version of One UI 8, built on Android 16, offering a polished and user-friendly experience. This update prioritizes practical enhancements over major overhauls, focusing on usability and simplifying everyday tasks. Designed to give users a preview of Samsung's evolving interface, the beta is currently available in select regions and for specific devices. Below is a detailed look at the key updates and features introduced in this release. Watch this video on YouTube. Quick Share: More Organized and Intuitive The Quick Share feature has been revamped to make file sharing faster and more efficient. The updated interface now includes separate tabs for sending and receiving files, reducing confusion and streamlining the process. Whether you're sharing photos, videos, or documents, the improved design ensures a smoother experience. Additionally, Samsung has hinted at aligning Quick Share with Android's broader sharing ecosystem, potentially enhancing cross-platform compatibility in the future. This update is particularly useful for users who frequently transfer files between devices. Revamped My Files App The My Files app has undergone a redesign to improve file management. A new 'recently added files' section has been introduced, allowing you to quickly locate downloads or newly created files without navigating through multiple folders. The app also features enhanced categories, making it easier to organize and access your content. These updates are aimed at simplifying how users interact with their device's storage, making sure a more intuitive and efficient experience. Weather App: A Visual Overhaul Samsung's Weather app has received a significant visual update, combining functionality with an engaging design. Realistic animations now depict current weather conditions, adding a dynamic and immersive element to the app. The inclusion of translucent UI elements gives it a modern and polished appearance, while the improved layout ensures that weather updates are easy to interpret. This update not only enhances the app's aesthetic appeal but also improves its usability, making it a more enjoyable tool for checking forecasts. Samsung Internet: Enhanced Browsing Experience The Samsung Internet browser has been upgraded to offer a more user-centric experience. The overflow shortcuts menu is now customizable, allowing you to prioritize frequently used actions for quicker access. Sharing content has also been simplified, making it easier to send links or media directly from the browser. These changes aim to improve productivity and convenience, particularly for users who rely on Samsung Internet for their daily browsing activities. Split-Screen Multitasking: More Versatile Multitasking capabilities have been expanded with the introduction of a 90/10 split-screen option. This feature allows you to allocate more screen space to one app while keeping another app accessible in a smaller window. Unlike previous versions, this functionality is now available on standard smartphones, not just foldable devices or tablets. This update enhances multitasking across Samsung's device lineup, making it more versatile and accessible for a wider range of users. Improved Reminder and Calendar Apps Task management has been made more seamless with updates to the Reminder and Calendar apps. The Reminder app now includes new categories and smarter suggestions, helping you organize tasks more effectively. Integration with the Calendar app ensures a unified experience, allowing you to manage events and reminders in one place. These improvements are designed to simplify workflows and help users stay organized, whether for personal or professional purposes. Availability and Device Compatibility The One UI 8 beta is currently available in select regions, including South Korea, the United States, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Supported devices include the Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, and S25 Ultra, but only unlocked models or T-Mobile variants in the US are eligible. Samsung has announced plans to expand both availability and compatibility in future updates. For now, access remains limited, but users in eligible regions can explore the beta to experience the latest features firsthand. Refining the User Experience Samsung's One UI 8 beta emphasizes usability and efficiency, introducing practical improvements across various apps and features. From enhanced file sharing and multitasking to redesigned apps like My Files and Weather, the update reflects Samsung's commitment to refining the user experience. While availability is currently restricted, the beta offers a promising glimpse into the future of Samsung's interface. If your device is eligible, this is an opportunity to explore the next generation of One UI and see how it can enhance your daily interactions with your smartphone. Unlock more potential in Samsung One UI 8 Beta by reading previous articles we have written. Source & Image Credit: Demon's Tech Filed Under: Android News, Mobile Phone News, Top News Latest Geeky Gadgets Deals Disclosure: Some of our articles include affiliate links. If you buy something through one of these links, Geeky Gadgets may earn an affiliate commission. Learn about our Disclosure Policy.
