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Explanation of all One UI 6.1 features for Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, and other Galaxy devices

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One UI 6.1 update for Galaxy S23, which has been available since March 28, 2024, offers most of the exclusive features introduced in Galaxy S24 to last year’s flagship.

This Galaxy S23 new features guide, explains all (44 in total) One UI 6.1 features for Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra to help you understand and use these exciting new features, including Galaxy AI, more customization options for Galaxy S23, new ways to share, passkey support, and revamped battery protection.

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How to Enable and Use Quick Settings Instant Access on Galaxy S23, S22, and S21 with Android 14 Update?

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Quick Settings Instant Access on Galaxy S23, S22, and S21 with Android 14 (One UI 6) update allows you to use the quick settings directly by swiping down once from the right of the status bar.

This One UI 6 (Android 14 update) guide explains what the Quick Settings Instant Access is, how to enable and disable it, and how to use it on Galaxy S23, S22, and S21.

As one of the new features of One UI 6 (Android 14 update) on Samsung Galaxy devices, Quick Settings Instant Access is available on all Samsung Galaxy devices with Android 14 … Read the rest

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Top 20 new features of Android 14 update (One UI 6) for Galaxy S23, S22, and S21

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On October 30, 2023, Samsung started to roll out the Android 14 update (One UI 6) for Galaxy S23. By the end of the year, the Android 14 update for Galaxy S23 should be available in most regions. In the coming months, Galaxy S22 will start to receive this Android 14 update (One UI 6) in most regions. Android 14 update for the Galaxy S21 series will very likely be available from Q1 2024.

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When and How to Use Galaxy S23 Navigation Gestures?

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Samsung offered both navigation systems on Galaxy S23: navigation buttons (navigation bar) and navigation gestures. By default, Galaxy S23 uses navigation buttons to keep it consistent with all previous Galaxy phones. But you can easily switch to Galaxy S23 navigation gestures whenever you want.

This Galaxy S23 how-to guide explains the differences between Galaxy S23 navigation gestures and navigation buttons, the two types/styles of Galaxy S23 navigation gestures, and how to switch to and customize Galaxy S23 navigation gestures with NavStar (Good Lock). Finally, a cheatsheet of frequently used Galaxy S23 navigation gestures is included.

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Galaxy S23 Developer Options Explained

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Galaxy S23 developer options offer not only testing options for app developers but also many high-level customizations for Galaxy S23 users.

This Galaxy S23 how-to guide explains new entries of Galaxy S23 developer options and the meaning of all Galaxy S23 developer options entries to help you understand the meaning and usage of Galaxy S23 developer options.

This guide applies to all Galaxy S23 models: Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra. It also applies to other Galaxy phones with Android 13 (One UI 5.1), e.g., Galaxy S22, S21, and S20.

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How to enable, disable, and use developer options on Galaxy S23?

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Like on other Android devices, developer options on Galaxy S23 allow you not only to test options for new apps but also to customize Galaxy S23. You may also use developer options on Galaxy S23 to enhance Galaxy S23 security.

This Galaxy S23 how-to guide explains what you can do with the developer options on Galaxy S23, how to enable and disable Galaxy S23 developer options, and how to use developer options on Galaxy S23.

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How to customize ringtones on Galaxy S23, S22, and S21?

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You can customize ringtones on Galaxy S23, S22, and S21 to quickly identify who is calling or messaging you. If you use multiple devices or are in a crowded environment with many Samsung phones, you can quickly know whether your phone rings if you customize ringtones on Galaxy S23, S22, and S21 instead of using the default ringtone, which is common for most Samsung Galaxy phones.

This Galaxy S23 how-to guide explains the benefits of customizing ringtones on Galaxy S23, S22, and S21, the features related to customizing ringtones on Galaxy phones, how to use your own music or sound … Read the rest

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Galaxy S23 Navigation Buttons and Navigation Bar: A Concise Guide

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Galaxy S23 navigation buttons (and the navigation bar) are still the default navigation option. Of course, you can switch to navigation gestures at any time.

This Galaxy S23 how-to guide explains the meaning of Galaxy S23 navigation buttons, their usage, and the customization of the navigation bar on Galaxy S23.

Although Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra are substantially different, the navigation settings are identical on all three models. So, this guide applies to all of the Galaxy S23 models. On Galaxy S23 and many other Galaxy phones, you can also choose to use navigation gestures.

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How to charge Galaxy S23 battery properly?

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The battery life can be extended considerably if you charge Galaxy S23 battery properly.

This Galaxy S23 how-to guide explains the proper way to charge Galaxy S23 battery to maximize the battery life, the charging methods for Galaxy S23 battery and how to use them, how to disable fast charging and fast wireless charging on Galaxy S23, and when you should enable Protect Battery to extend the battery life. Finally, frequently asked questions on how to charge Galaxy S23 battery properly are answered.

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Layout of Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra

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Understanding the layout of Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra is essential for using the phone effectively and properly.

This Galaxy S23 how-to guide explains the layout of Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra and elaborates on the functions and features of each part so that you can fully understand your Galaxy S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra. Some advice on using and maintaining the part is also explained.

The layout of Galaxy S23 and S23+ is almost identical (the major difference is the screen size). However, Galaxy S23 Ultra has a considerably different layout.

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