Galaxy S21

How to use Galaxy S21 camera quick launch?

Last updated on: April 28, 2021 by simon Leave a Comment

You can use Galaxy S21 camera quick launch to open the camera app instantly without looking at the phone, even without unlocking the phone.

This Galaxy S21 camera guide explains what Galaxy S21 camera quick launch is, how to use it, and how to disable or enable it on Galaxy S21, S21+, or S21 Ultra.

Galaxy S21 camera quick launch is a standard feature of Galaxy S21. So it works identically on all three models of Galaxy S21 (S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra).

What is Galaxy S21 camera quick launch and how to use it?

Sometimes, you may need to take a photo or record a video as soon as possible because the perfect moment may go forever if you miss it.

But opening the camera app on Galaxy S21 by locating and tapping the camera app icon on the Galaxy S21 Home screen or Lock screen can take considerable time and therefore you may miss some precious moments.

Voice commands may let you open the camera app without looking at the screen. But it is not fast. The voice command (through Google Assistant, or Bixby) needs to be “processed” before it opens the camera app.

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How to charge Galaxy S21 battery properly?

Last updated on: April 19, 2021 by simon 1 Comment

You need to charge Galaxy S21 battery properly to slow down the degradation of battery performance over time.

This Galaxy S21 how-to guide explains everything you need to know on how to charge Galaxy S21 battery properly. The two charging modes (USB cable, wireless charging) are explained and illustrated with detailed steps. Questions related to charging Galaxy S21 battery, including the first time charging, disabling fast charging, overnight charging, topping up the battery, draining up the battery, are answered.

All three Galaxy S21 models (Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra) use identical battery and charging technology. So, this guide applies to all these 3 models.

Two charging modes to charge Galaxy S21 battery

You can charge Galaxy S21 battery in two different modes:

USB cable charging.
Wireless charging.

These two modes are based on different technologies. And there are different standards for these two charging methods.

USB cable charging

USB cable charging is common among smartphones. Almost all smartphones support USB cable charging.

But charging speed differs dramatically due to various charging protocols supported and wall chargers (adapters) used. Occasionally, even the USB cable may play a role.

Current smartphones support at least 5W USB charging. Of course, … Read the rest

How to migrate to Galaxy S21 with Samsung Smart Switch?

Last updated on: April 13, 2021 by simon Leave a Comment

migrate to Galaxy S21 with Samsung Smart Switch You can use Samsung Smart Switch to migrate to Galaxy S21 from other Android phones or an iPhone easily. Most of your data can be easily copied to Galaxy S21.

This Galaxy S21 guide shows you how to use Smart Switch to migrate to Galaxy S21 wirelessly (WiFi Direct), explains what data can be migrated, gives suggestions or solution on how to migrate data that cannot be migrated to Galaxy S21 directly.

Please note, Smart Switch works identically on Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra. So, this guide applies to all these 3 models of Galaxy S21 although we use Galaxy S21 in the text.

Why should you use Samsung Smart Switch to migrate to Galaxy S21?

Android lacks a universal migration tool. Google can back up Google account related settings and data, and you can restore them on a new phone.

But if you were using non-Google services/apps, then a lot of data will not be backed up to Google Cloud. For example, if you use the Samsung messages app, then your SMS will not be backed up to your Google account.

Besides, none of the phone settings is backed up to your Google account.

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Galaxy S21 vs Galaxy S21+ vs Galaxy S21 Ultra

Last updated on: April 5, 2021 by simon 1 Comment

Like Galaxy S20, Samsung released 3 models of Galaxy S21: Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra. Many potential buyers are not sure which one to get when considering Galaxy S21 vs Galaxy S21+ vs Galaxy S21 Ultra.

This Galaxy S21 guide explains the major differences of Galaxy S21 vs Galaxy S21+ vs Galaxy S21 Ultra and explains which model is the right one for you.

Galaxy S21 vs Galaxy S21+: the difference is on the size and material of the back cover.

Among the 3 models, Galaxy S21 and S21+ share almost identical components except for the size of the screen and the material used for the back cover.

Galaxy S21+ has a 6.7″ flat OLED screen. The screen of Galaxy S21 is noticeable smaller at 6.2″.

Except for the size, the displays on Galaxy S21 and S21+ are identical. The resolution is FHD+ (1080 x 2400, 20:9). The same Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel with brightness up to 1300nits is used. Both support a 120Hz refresh rate (adaptive refreshing 48-120Hz). HDR 10+ is also supported.

The biggest difference between the Galaxy S21 and S21+ is about the material of the back cover. Galaxy S21 has a plastic back cover and … Read the rest

Top 6 disappointments of Galaxy S21 Ultra

Last updated on: April 5, 2021 by simon 3 Comments

Top 6 disappointments of Galaxy S21 Ultra Galaxy S21 Ultra is Samsung’s only hope to reverse the declining sales of Galaxy S phones since Galaxy S10. But it seems Samsung lost the opportunity due to the numerous disappointments of Galaxy S21 Ultra.

This post summarizes the top 6 disappointments of Galaxy S21 Ultra: curved screen, no micro SD card support, lack of essential accessories, no 45W superfast charging, with S Pen support but without an S Pen, inferior under-display fingerprint sensor.

Curved screen

Since Galaxy S6 Edge (or even Galaxy Note Edge), Samsung tried hard to sell the curved screen. It is unique.

But most Galaxy phone owners don’t like it. Very few Galaxy phone owners bought the phone because of the curved screen.

Initially, Samsung told us they would add some new and innovative features like Edge screen. Now, it is purely cosmetic (infinity display).

If Samsung had listened to customers, they should have stopped using the curved screen on any mainstream phones 3 or 4 years ago.

Unfortunately, Samsung is too stubborn and try luck on the most important flagship phones.

On the three Galaxy S21 models, Galaxy S21 Ultra is the only one with a … Read the rest