One UI 4.1 Camera features detailed, these Samsung phones are eligible

Samsung’s One UI is the most exciting Android skin, which gives Samsung a unique glance and touch to the software. The company has launched the latest version of the Galaxy S22 series along with the phones and now, it is reaching out to other devices. Samsung is releasing One UI 4.1 for more Galaxy devices.

One UI 4.0 was rumored in the second half of last year and it finally got into the headlines shortly after the launch of Android 12. Since the One UI 4 is built to run under Android 12, any Galaxy phone with Android 12 will have the Galaxy Skin. The Galaxy S22 phones are the only phones that use One UI version 4.1.

However, the company announces some good news, that One UI 4.1 is coming to more Galaxy devices in the near future. And you can check the eligible device list that will receive this update.

What’s new in the Samsung One UI 4.1 update?

Samsung One UI 4.1 adds a few more features to already feature-packed software. The One UI 4.1-based Google Duo has a live sharing feature that allows you to share your screen with another party while you are on call. This feature works with apps like YouTube, Samsung Gallery, Google Maps, and Samsung Notes.

The Expert Raw app will finally hit those devices with an update. It is a unique camera app that gives users more control over their photos. This is for those who want to take their photography to the next level.

With the more enhanced Object eraser, you can now easily remove not only distracting objects in the background but also shadows thrown on the subject or even reflections on the windows. All you can do by simply tap the ‘Erase shadows’ or ‘Erase reflections’ button when you want to remove them from a photo.

The software includes other changes such as automatic image adjustments, quick sharing, and a Grammarly-based keyboard. If you have a qualified Samsung device, you should pay attention to this latest update in the coming weeks.

However here, this article will explore those main camera features that will come with the One UI 4.1 update for older Galaxy devices. Check One UI 4.1 Camera features detailed, these Samsung phones are eligible.

One UI 4.1-based Camera Features

Improved Portrait/Portrait video mode

Support night portrait function

The Nightography technology of the Galaxy S22 is applied, which provides night photography from the front camera in portrait mode and a 1x lens on the rear camera. Take bright, stunning pictures even in the dark.

Supported Models: Galaxy S21, Z Fold3, Z Flip3, S20, Note20, Z Fold2, Z Flip 5G 

Pet recognition support

Use different effects in portrait mode to take better pictures of your cat or dog. Both front and rear cameras are supported and some effects may be applied after the picture is taken.

Supported Models: Galaxy S21, Z Fold3, Z Flip3, S21 FE, S20, Note20, Z Fold2, Z Flip5G, S20 FE

Lighting position editing function

Try modifying various background effects in portrait mode by changing the lighting conditions. It makes the pictures more beautiful.

Supported Models: Galaxy S21, Z Fold3, Z Flip3, S21 FE, S20, Note20, Z Fold2, Z Flip5G, S20 FE

Telephoto lens support for portrait video

The portrait movie mode comes with a 1x lens as well as a telephoto lens on the rear camera, so you can take close-up shots of distant objects.

Supported models: Galaxy S21, Z Fold3, S21 FE

More Diversified Director’s View

Director’s View front and rear camera videos are saved separately and then edited and can be played back to the video player in a variety of ways, including split-screen, Picture in Picture (PIP), and more.

Supported Models: Galaxy S21, Z Fold3, Z Flip3

Pop-up window control function

Once you touch the video screen in front of you, icons are displayed that allow you to increase, decrease, or hide the screen size. You can change the size, position, etc. freely even during recording.

Separate storage function for front/rear camera video

Added an option to save different images from the front and rear cameras with a single shot.

Playback and editing improvements

If you open one of the saved images in the gallery video player, you can play or edit them simultaneously.

Add a telephoto lens to Pro/Pro video mode

The Telephoto lens also supports Pro/Pro movie mode, which allows you to record distant things.

Supported models: Galaxy S21 Ultra, Z Fold3, S20 Ultra, Note20 Ultra, Z Fold2 (planned to be supported in the first half of 2022 – Limited to models that support Expert RAW)

Expert RAW

Last winter, the Expert RAW app, the professional camera app, launched a beta service on the Galaxy S21 Ultra and officially launched with the release of the S22. If you want to know more about Expert Raw, please visit the link.

Supported models: Galaxy S21 Ultra, Z Fold3, Note20 Ultra, S20 Ultra, Z Fold2 (planned to be supported in the first half of 2022.

Snapchat for Samsung

With Snapchat support, you can experience the features of Samsung cameras in the Snapchat app. Night shooting is supported and it automatically switches to ultra-wide-angle and telephoto lenses according to zoom changes and provides clearer images, supporting space zoom shooting at greater magnifications. It also provides a scene recognition function using AI, so you can record customized images.

Supported Model: Galaxy S21

Change the mode position

Made some changes to the Camera Mode status from OneUI 4.1. The ‘Single Take’ mode moved to the ‘More’ menu and ‘AR Doodle’ mode to ‘AR Zone’ menu. If you enable the camera settings, the mode will change, so please do not make a mistake.

Finally, additional improvements are being prepared through software updates in the first half of the year.

• Support for night portrait shooting with telephoto lenses.
• ‘ Detailed enhancement ‘ function of high-resolution images using AI.
• Improved recognition of people and distance of auto-framing function.