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Turn your room into partyroom
QLED Ambient Mode
Share your moments
QLED Ambient Mode
Detects Your Presence
The Frame Motion Sensor
Day or Night
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Simply Send Photos
The Frame My Collection
Learn the secrets to longer battery life
For a phone that keeps up with
you, activate Power Saving Mode
Go to:
Settings > Advanced
Features > Device Care > Battery >
Power Mode > Adaptive Power
Saving
Shoot and share to YouTube in an instant.
Upload your latest masterpiece
with just a few taps.
Go to:
Gallery > Select your video
> Tap share > Select YouTube
Capture the tiniest detail
Appreciate the little things
with your phone’s macro lens.
Try it:
Open your camera >
More > Macro
Step up your game
Tweak your phone’s resolution
to get stunning graphics.
Try it:
Open a game > Swipe up
to open Game Booster >
Screen Resolution
Go where the action is
Capture smooth and
professional-looking video,
automatically stabilised,
even when you’re on
the move.
Try it:
Camera > Video >
Tap Super Steady icon
How to turn yourself into an Emoji
Turn yourself into an augmented
reality masterpiece and share
your new self with the world.
Go to:
Camera > More > AR Emoji
> Create My Emoji
An easier way to take selfies
Use the Palm Gesture on
your phone and take selfies
and we-fies with a wave of
your hand.
Try it:
Settings > Shooting
Methods > Show Palm > Show
your palm to the front camera
to activate the countdown timer
Unlock your phone securely
Whether you’ve got your
hands full or your glasses on,
you can unlock your phone
using a variety of methods
Go to:
Settings >
Biometrics and Security
Wipe the slate clean
Reset all of your settings,
or just your network settings.
Try it:
Open your settings >
General management > Reset >
Select your desired option
Master the art of conversation
Create two separate accounts
for the same messaging app.
Go to:
Settings > Advanced
Features > Dual Messenger >
Toggle switch of your desired
app > Install
Mirror images to your TV with a tap
Mirror your phone’s screen
with just a gentle tap against
the side of your TV. Activating
Tap View is quick, easy,
and amazing.
Try it:
On the SmartThings app on
your phone, go to Menu > Settings
> Turn on Tap View
Add gorgeous wallpaper to your screen
Give your blank TV screen a
makeover. Ambient Mode allows
you to add a little bit of style to
your living space
Try it:
Press Ambient Mode button >
Start Ambient Mode > Select a
category > Select image
Play some background music
Nothing changes the mood in
the room quite like music.
Use your TV’s Ambient Mode
to calm or energize your space.
Try it:
Connect your smartphone to your
TV via bluetooth > Play music via
Samsung Music or Spotify
Get a faster gaming experience
Need a leg up on the competition?
Activating your TV’s Game Mode will
reduce lag and give you the precious
seconds you need to win your game.
Go to:
Settings > General > External
Device Manager > Game Mode
Settings > On
Easily connect your speakers via bluetooth
Pair your favorite audio
devices to your TV seamlessly.
It’s never been easier to get
everything up and running.
Go to:
Home > Settings > Sound > Sound
Output > Bluetooth Speaker List
Display multiple screens at once
Discover the joys of split
screen by using your TV’s
Multi View Display. Now,
you can watch your shows
or stream yoga classes from
your phone side by side.
Go to:
Menu > Picture > Options >
Open Multi-Link Screen
Connect your TV to the internet
For non-stop entertainment,
unlock a multitude of videos,
music, and more by connecting
your TV to your wifi network.
Go to:
Settings > General > Network >
Network Settings > Select Wi-Fi Network
> Enter Password
Control your TV with your phone
No remote, no problem.
Download the SmartThings app
on your phone and operate your
TV from there.
Try it:
On your SmartThings app, select your TV >
press the Power button
Activate your voice assistant
Ask your voice assistant
to play your favorite shows,
control your media and more.
To activate Bixby:
Press the button on your remote
Adjust your TV’s picture settings
Get exactly the picture settings
you want. Easily adjust your TV’s
backlight, brightness, contrast
and more.
Go to:
Settings > Picture > Expert Settings >
Customize your desired settings
Keep your TV’s software updated
Make the most of your TV.
Make sure your TV has the
latest software updates for
optimum performance
Go to:
Settings > Support > Software Update >
Update Now
Mirror your phone’s screen on your TV
Some images are best
appreciated on a bigger screen.
Mirror the screen on your phone
and watch your favorite family
photos come to life on your TV
Try it:
Access Smart View from your phone >
select TV > Enter PIN
Get intelligent meal planning at your fingertips
Keep the meal ideas flowing with Family Hub. Get Smart Recipes recommended based on your dietary preferences and what’s in your fridge, generate shopping lists and more.
Try it:
- Tap the Meal Planner app
- Select your preferences and tap the Quick Plan icon
- Get a weekly meal plan based on your dietary preferences
Set the optimal temperature to keep your food fresh
If leftovers spoil too quickly and ice cream never seems to freeze properly, adjust your temperature settings. The correct temperature will keep your food fresher for longer.
Try it:
- Touch the Freezer Convert button repeatedly until you find your desired temperature
Choose from a variety of storage mode
Whenever you need extra fridge space, your fridge’s Smart Conversion gives you maximum flexibility. You can also switch your fridge off to save on energy when you go on holiday.
Try it:
- Press the Freezer to Fridge button for 3 seconds
Chill or freeze cold quickly
If you need to chill your drinks or firm up your ice cream in an instant, your fridge’s Power Cool and Power Freeze will do the job at the touch of a button.
Try it:
- To activate, hold the Power Cool or Power Freeze button for 3 seconds until the light turns on
- To deactivate, hold the Power Cool or Power Freeze button again for 3 seconds
Display your family photos and videos on your fridge
Customize your fridge’s Family Board to your liking. Upload your favorite photos and videos of the family holiday, leave notes for each other, and more.
Try it:
- Install the family Hub app on your phone
- Open the Family Hub app and tap All
- Tap Upload Photos and select your desired pictures or videos
Stay on top of your family’s schedules
Never miss an important family event. Organize and keep track of your family’s schedules on your refrigerator’s Family Hub panel or smartphone.
Try it:
- On your refrigerator’s Family Hub, tap Calendar to view schedules, and tap Add Event to create a new event
- Alternatively, sync your schedule with either Google or Microsoft 365 calendar and it will be updated with your personalized color-coded entry.
Stream music on your fridge
Enjoy endless entertainment in your kitchen. Play your favorite songs and make cooking even more fun.
Try it:
- On your refrigerator’s smart panel, tap from available music app.
- Sign in your music app account and start playing your favorite songs
- You can also connect to external speaker using Bluetooth connectivity
Prevent accidental setting changes
Many of your refrigerator’s features can be locked for safety. Activate Child Lock to prevent access to power settings, water and ice dispensers, and more.
Try it:
- To activate, press the Child Lock button for 3 seconds until the light turns on
- To deactivate, press and hold the Child Lock button for 3 seconds
Keep your groceries fresher for longer
Your refrigerator has compartments offering ideal temperature and humidity control. Organize your groceries accordingly for optimum freshness.
Try it:
- Store meat and fish in the storage drawer to maintain their texture and keep them ready to cook
- Place vegetables and fruits in the vegetable box to stay crisp and fresh
Control your fridge from your phone
Manage your fridge on-the-go. Get reminders when it’s time to restock, know when a door has been left open and enable the flexibility to adjust settings through the SmartThings app on your phone.
Try it:
- On the SmartThings app, tap Add Device
- Follow the instructions to pair
- Select Done
Add forgotten laundry to the wash
If you forgot to add a few more items after you’ve started the wash, don’t sweat it. Use your AddWash door to pop in more clothing items, or add more softener.
Try it:
- Press Pause
- Press the Add Door to open the door
- After adding what you need, close the door and press Start to resume the cycle
Defeat the toughest of stains
To take care of stubborn stains on your clothes, you need a more powerful wash. Use your washing machine's Intensive Wash feature to get your clothes clean and spotless again.
Try it:
- Select your wash cycle as normal
- Press the Intensive Wash button
- Press Start
Select the best wash cycle
Not sure which wash cycle to choose? Use Q-Rator on your SmartThings app to get the optimal settings you need to make laundry a breeze.
Try it:
- On your SmartThings app, select Q-Rator
- Tap Laundry Recipe
- Select the types of clothing articles to wash
- Tap Get Recipe
Keep your laundry germ-free
Use your washing machine’s powerful Hygiene Steam Cycle to give your clothes a deep and hygienic clean. This cycle releases steam which reduces allergens and up to 99.9% of common bacteria.
Try it:
- Turn the Cycle Selector dial to Hygiene Steam
- Select Start
Set your wash to end just as you get home
Organize your laundry schedule. Use the Delay End feature on your washing machine to set your preferred end time and let it do the reset.
Try it:
- After selecting the wash cycle, press the Delay End button repeatedly until you select the desired time
- Press the Start button
Wash delicate items with care
For clothing items that need gentle handling such as silk, undergarments, and hand-wash only fabrics, make sure you use liquid detergent and select the Delicates/Handwash cycle.
Try it:
- Turn the Cycle Selector dial to Delicates/Handwash
- Select Start
Keep your washing machine running quietly
Your washing machine was designed to be quiet but if it’s too close to other objects, that could cause some noise. Additionally, metal-decorated items or loose coins could also be the reason.
Try it:
- Move your washing machine away from other objects
- Empty all pockets before you start the wash
Maintain your washing machine’s health
Smart Check allows you to quickly diagnose any issues with your washing machine and offer easy ways to resolve them.
Try it:
- Download the Samsung Smart Washer app on your phone
- Tap Smart Check and follow the instructions to get started
Keep your washing machine clean
Your washing machine needs a wash too. Run the Eco Tub Clean feature when the LED indicator is blinking to keep it free from detergent buildup.
Try it:
- Select Eco Tub Clean on your dial
- Press Start
Prevent your kids from interfering with the wash
Make safety a priority. Turn on the Child Lock feature of your washing machine to restrict access to the doors and prevent changes to your selected wash cycle.
Try it:
- To activate Child Lock, press the Temp and Rinse/Spin button the the same time for 3 seconds