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Make Light Your Paintbrush

Galaxy S22 tips

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Long Exposures with Expert RAW

Galaxy S22 tips

The box of a black Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G in front of a grey background. The box of a black Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G in front of a grey background.

Unboxing the Galaxy S21 Ultra with Samsung

Galaxy S21 Ultra tips

The box of a black Galaxy S21+ 5G in front of a grey background. The box of a black Galaxy S21+ 5G in front of a grey background.

Unboxing the Galaxy S21 Plus with Samsung

Galaxy S21 Plus tips

A black box of a Galaxy S21 5G in front of a grey background. A black box of a Galaxy S21 5G in front of a grey background.

Unboxing the Galaxy S21 with Samsung

Galaxy S21 tips

A distant side profile of a woman dressed in all white. She is holding a red umbrella beside her, upside down, while standing in between two plants. She is standing outside the entrance of an architecturally modern building. A distant side profile of a woman dressed in all white. She is holding a red umbrella beside her, upside down, while standing in between two plants. She is standing outside the entrance of an architecturally modern building.

How to use Space Zoom (100x)

Galaxy S21 Ultra tips

In a darkly lit room, a woman in a red dress standing next to a window. In a darkly lit room, a woman in a red dress standing next to a window.

How to use Night Mode

Galaxy S21 Ultra tips

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How to use High Resolution (108MP)

Galaxy S21 Ultra tips

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How to use Space Zoom (30x)

Galaxy S21 tips

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How to use Portrait mode

Galaxy S21 tips

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How to use High Resolution (64MP)

Galaxy S21 tips

A group of four friends gathered together on a boardwalk. They are wearing roller blades. There are bubbles in the foreground in front of them and a line of trees in the distance. They are gathered around a series of wooden crates and sitting on top of wooden crates, chair and bicycle. A group of four friends gathered together on a boardwalk. They are wearing roller blades. There are bubbles in the foreground in front of them and a line of trees in the distance. They are gathered around a series of wooden crates and sitting on top of wooden crates, chair and bicycle.

How to use Single Take

Galaxy S21 tips

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Unboxing the Galaxy Buds Pro with Samsung

Galaxy M51 tips

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How to use Intelligent ANC

Galaxy Buds Pro tips

The Galaxy Buds Pro case lying on a flat surface with one bud stacked on it and the other above that one so it's three items stacked up. The Galaxy Buds Pro case lying on a flat surface with one bud stacked on it and the other above that one so it's three items stacked up.

How to Wear & Care

Galaxy Buds Pro tips

The front of the Galaxy Watch Active2 box against a flat background. The front of the Galaxy Watch Active2 box against a flat background.

Unboxing the Galaxy Watch Active2 with Samsung

Galaxy Watch Active2 tips

The back of a Galaxy S21 phone covered by a light purple Smart LED Cover that has a camera LED icon. It is next to another Galaxy S21 phone covered by a white Smart LED Cover that has a phone LED icon. The back of a Galaxy S21 phone covered by a light purple Smart LED Cover that has a camera LED icon. It is next to another Galaxy S21 phone covered by a white Smart LED Cover that has a phone LED icon.

How to customize your Galaxy with the Smart LED Cover

Smart LED Cover tips

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Unboxing the Galaxy A42 5G with Samsung

Galaxy A42 5G tips

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Unboxing the Galaxy M51 with Samsung

Galaxy M51 tips

The front of the Galaxy M31s box against a white background. The front of the Galaxy M31s box against a white background.

Unboxing the Galaxy M31s with Samsung

Galaxy M31s tips

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How to use Space Zoom

Galaxy S20 tips

Two men are colliding on an outdoor soccer field in inflatable bubble bumper suits. Their knees are slightly bent. Two men are colliding on an outdoor soccer field in inflatable bubble bumper suits. Their knees are slightly bent.

How to use Super Steady

Galaxy S20 tips

A person is making a splash, halfway submerged in an outdoor pool. A woman outside the pool looks on with her mouth ajar. A man also observes the scene, sitting in the pool chair next to her with a book on his lap. A person is making a splash, halfway submerged in an outdoor pool. A woman outside the pool looks on with her mouth ajar. A man also observes the scene, sitting in the pool chair next to her with a book on his lap.

How to use 8K Video Snap

Galaxy S20 tips

A woman makes a heart shape with her hands in the air. Two spotlights are beaming down in the background. There is a disco ball behind her. A woman makes a heart shape with her hands in the air. Two spotlights are beaming down in the background. There is a disco ball behind her.

How to use Bright Night

Galaxy S20 tips

Learn how to fit more into your photo with the next generation Galaxy A50. Learn how to fit more into your photo with the next generation Galaxy A50.

How to shoot with Ultra Wide Camera (A50)

Galaxy A50 tips

Focus on what matters. Learn how to add depth to your photos with the next generation Galaxy A50. Focus on what matters. Learn how to add depth to your photos with the next generation Galaxy A50.

How to add bokeh focus effects

Galaxy A50 tips

Learn how to fit more into your photo with the next generation Galaxy A30. Learn how to fit more into your photo with the next generation Galaxy A30.

How to shoot with Ultra Wide Camera (A30)

Galaxy A30 tips

Learn how to switch to hearing ambient sound quickly when you need to. Learn how to switch to hearing ambient sound quickly when you need to.

How to set up and use Quick ambient sound

Galaxy Buds tips

Learn how to set up and keep track of your daily activity for better health. Learn how to set up and keep track of your daily activity for better health.

How to set and track your Daily Activity

Galaxy Watch Active tips

Learn how to set a functional watch face that fits both your style and your lifestyle. Learn how to set a functional watch face that fits both your style and your lifestyle.

How to use Functional Watch faces

Galaxy Watch Active tips

Here’s how you can activate your usual workout at a single press of the button Here’s how you can activate your usual workout at a single press of the button

How to start a workout session quickly

Galaxy Fit tips

Power up another device with Wireless PowerShare on the next generation Galaxy S10 Power up another device with Wireless PowerShare on the next generation Galaxy S10

How to share power with your phone

Galaxy S10 tips

Turn on Night mode on the next generation Galaxy S10. Turn on Night mode on the next generation Galaxy S10.

How to turn on Night mode

Galaxy S10 tips

Super steady videos on the next generation Galaxy S10. Super steady videos on the next generation Galaxy S10.

How to shoot Super steady videos

Galaxy S10 camera

Scene optimizer on the next generation Galaxy S10. Scene optimizer on the next generation Galaxy S10.

How to make your photo subject pop

Galaxy S10 camera

Improve composition with Shot suggestions on the next generation Galaxy S10. Improve composition with Shot suggestions on the next generation Galaxy S10.

How to improve your photo composition

Galaxy S10 camera

Reduce blue light with the next generation Galaxy S10. Reduce blue light with the next generation Galaxy S10.

How to turn on Blue light filter

Galaxy S10 tips

Change up the focus. Learn how to add bokeh photo effects with the next generation Galaxy S10. Change up the focus. Learn how to add bokeh photo effects with the next generation Galaxy S10.

How to take bokeh style shots

Galaxy S10 camera

Automatically save power when it’s not needed on the next generation Galaxy S10. Automatically save power when it’s not needed on the next generation Galaxy S10.

How to save power based on your usage

Galaxy S10 tips

A selfie of a man and woman on the screen of Galaxy Note9 with S Pen. A selfie of a man and woman on the screen of Galaxy Note9 with S Pen.

How to take selfies with S Pen

Galaxy Note9 tips

A memo written with S Pen on Galaxy Note 9 screen. A memo written with S Pen on Galaxy Note 9 screen.

How to write a Screen off memo

Galaxy Note9 tips

Horizontal game screen on Galaxy Note9 with S Pen. Horizontal game screen on Galaxy Note9 with S Pen.

How to enable in-game calls and messages

Galaxy Note9 tips

A drawing of a woman in Photo Drawing mode on screen of Galaxy Note9 with S Pen. A drawing of a woman in Photo Drawing mode on screen of Galaxy Note9 with S Pen.

How to trace over photos with S Pen

Galaxy Note9 tips

Memo that reads "Mobility is the new norm" on the screen of Galaxy Note9 with S Pen. Memo that reads "Mobility is the new norm" on the screen of Galaxy Note9 with S Pen.

How to multi-task with Samsung DeX

Galaxy Note9 tips

Presentation mode on Galaxy Note9 with S Pen. Presentation mode on Galaxy Note9 with S Pen.

How to control presentations with S Pen

Galaxy Note9 tips

A photo of a milkshake with whipped cream on the screen of Galaxy Note9 with S Pen. A photo of a milkshake with whipped cream on the screen of Galaxy Note9 with S Pen.

How to create a personalized Live message

Galaxy Note9 tips

Photo gallery screen on the Galaxy Note9 with S Pen. Photo gallery screen on the Galaxy Note9 with S Pen.

How to use S Pen in Screen Mirroring mode

Galaxy Note9 tips

S Pen remote settings on the screen of Galaxy Note9 with S Pen. S Pen remote settings on the screen of Galaxy Note9 with S Pen.

How to launch apps remotely with S Pen

Galaxy Note9 tips

Customize mode on Galaxy Watch. Customize mode on Galaxy Watch.

How to customize your Galaxy Watch

Galaxy Watch tips

Manage stress mode on Galaxy Watch. Manage stress mode on Galaxy Watch.

How to manage stress with Galaxy Watch

Galaxy Watch tips

Four circular fitness icons on Galaxy Watch. Four circular fitness icons on Galaxy Watch.

How to get fit with Galaxy Watch

Galaxy Watch tips

Image shows 2019 QLED's new Ambient Mode pattern 'Light Grid' and smart phone to apply the pattern through SmartThings App. Image shows 2019 QLED's new Ambient Mode pattern 'Light Grid' and smart phone to apply the pattern through SmartThings App.

Turn your room into partyroom

QLED Ambient Mode

A user takes a photo of a landscape to use 2019 QLED Ambient Mode. A user takes a photo of a landscape to use 2019 QLED Ambient Mode.

Share your moments

QLED Ambient Mode

Man prepares to leave the kitchen, where The Frame hangs on the wall. Man prepares to leave the kitchen, where The Frame hangs on the wall.

Detects Your Presence

The Frame Motion Sensor

Yellow toned art is displayed on The Frame, as the TV sits in a room lit up with sunlight. Yellow toned art is displayed on The Frame, as the TV sits in a room lit up with sunlight.

Day or Night

The Frame Brightness Sensor

The Frame displaying a family photo hangs on a wall in a room with a table and five chairs. The Frame displaying a family photo hangs on a wall in a room with a table and five chairs.

Simply Send Photos

The Frame My Collection

A woman looking at her phone at night A woman looking at her phone at night

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

A woman smiling at her phone A woman smiling at her phone

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

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Capture the tiniest detail

Appreciate the little things with your phone’s macro lens.

Try it:
Open your camera > More > Macro

A person playing a game on their phone A person playing a game on their phone

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

A man skateboarding A man skateboarding

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

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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

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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

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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 Wipe the slate clean

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 Master the art of conversation

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 images to your TV with a tap

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 Add gorgeous wallpaper to your screen

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 Play some background music

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 Get a faster gaming experience

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 Easily connect your speakers via bluetooth

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 Display multiple screens at once

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 Connect your TV to the internet

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 Control your TV with your phone

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 Activate your voice assistant

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 TVs picture settings Adjust your TVs picture settings

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 TVs software updated Keep your TVs software updated

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 phones screen on your TV Mirror your phones screen on your TV

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 Get intelligent meal planning at your fingertips

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 Set the optimal temperature to keep your food fresh

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 Choose from a variety of storage mode

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 Chill or freeze cold quickly

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 Display your family photos and videos on your fridge

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 Stay on top of your family’s schedules

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 Stream music on your fridge

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 Prevent accidental setting changes

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 keep your groceries fresher for longer

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 control your fridge from your phone

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 Add forgotten laundry to the wash

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 Defeat the toughest of stains

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 Select the best wash cycle

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 Keep your laundry germ-free

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 Set your wash to end just as you get home

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 Wash delicate items with care

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 Keep your washing machine running quietly

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 Maintain your washing machine’s health

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 Keep your washing machine clean

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 Prevent your kids from interfering with the wash

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