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All Samsung Galaxy S21 Camera functions are here with One UI 5.0 update
The camera is one of the most important elements of any smartphone, especially for flagship smartphones as they claim to deliver a great photography experience. Samsung has further improved its Camera functions and well as added some new features with the One UI 5.0 update and we are going to examine them in the Galaxy S21 smartphone.
One UI 5.0 brings significant changes to Camera Pro mode. It gets a new “i” icon, which will guide you on how to capture perfect shots. The Histogram is also a new feature of the camera which let you better understand the light distribution at a glance.
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Samsung Galaxy S21 Camera Functions: One UI 5.0
Samsung has made some notable tweaks in the Galaxy S21 Camera settings menu with the One UI 5.0 upgrade. Once you open the stock Camera application and tap on the Settings icon, placed at the top left corner, you will see the following functions:
Intelligent features
- Scene optimizer: Set the device to adjust the color settings and apply the optimized effect automatically depending on the subject or scene.
- Shot suggestions: Set the device to suggest the ideal composition for the picture by recognizing the position and angle of your subject.
- Scan QR codes: Set the device to scan QR codes from the preview screen.
Pictures
- Swipe the Shutter button to: Select an action to perform when you swipe the camera button to the edge of the screen and hold it.
- Watermark: Add your name, device name, or date and time watermark to your photos
- Advanced picture options: Select how you want to save pictures.
- High-efficiency pictures: Take pictures in the High-Efficiency Image Format (HEIF).
- RAW copies: Set the device to save pictures as uncompressed RAW files (DNG file format) in pro mode. RAW files retain all of a picture’s data for the best image quality, but they will take up more memory. When using the RAW copies feature, each picture is saved in two formats, DNG and JPG.
Selfies
- Save selfies as previewed: Set the device to save pictures as they appear on the preview screen when taken with the front camera without flipping them.
- Selfie color tone: Set a tone to apply when you take selfies
Videos
- Auto FPS: Set the device to record brighter videos in low-light conditions by automatically optimizing the frame rate.
- Video stabilization: Activate anti-shake to reduce or eliminate blurry images resulting from camera shake while recording a video.
- Advanced recording options: Set the device to use an advanced recording option.
- Reduce file size: You can record videos in the High-Efficiency Video Codec (HEVC) format. Your HEVC videos will be saved as compressed files to conserve the device’s memory.
- HDR10+ videos: You can record videos in which each scene’s contrast and color are optimized.
- Zoom-in mic: While recording a video, you can record sound from the zoomed-in direction at a higher volume.
General
- Tracking auto-focus: Set the device to track and automatically focus on a selected subject. When you select a subject on the preview screen, the device will focus on the subject even if the subject is moving or you change the camera’s position.
- Grid lines: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects.
- Location tags: Attach a GPS location tag to the picture.
- Shooting methods: Select additional shooting methods for taking a picture or recording a video.
- Press Volume keys: Press the Volume keys to take pictures or record videos.
- Voice commands: Take pictures by saying “Smile”, “Cheese”, “Capture”, or “Shoot”, or report video by saying “Record video”.
- Floating shutter button: Take pictures with an extra Shutter button you can move anywhere on the screen.
- Show palm: Show your palm to the camera to take selfies or start recording selfie videos.
- Settings to keep: Keep the last settings you used, such as the shooting mode, when you launch the camera.
- Vibration feedback: Set the device to vibrate in certain situations, such as when you tap the camera button.
Privacy
- Privacy Notice: View the privacy notice.
- Permissions: View the permissions required to use the Camera app.
- Reset settings: Reset the camera settings.
- About Camera: View the Camera app version and legal information.
- Contact us: Ask questions or view frequently asked questions.
New York became the first US state to bring retail consumer rebates for appliances under the Inflation Reduction Act. Applauding the move, Samsung launched a huge energy-saving opportunity for the residents of New York.
Samsung started offering up-front discounts to consumers statewide through New York’s IRA HEAR program. Consumers can now access IRA’s Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate (HEAR) program.
IRA HEAR rebate program advantages
- Save up to $840 on Samsung’s innovative ENERGY STAR products, including laundry appliances like heat pump dryers and all-in-one combo washers + heat pump dryers.
Visit Samsung’s home appliance page to learn more about the options available.
Samsung said this is just the beginning of its rebates journey in New York. The company looks forward to working with partners to expand these retail rebates to more products and in more states across the United States.
Pay attention, the IRA provides rebates and tax credits to households across America. New York is leading the way in providing direct retail point-of-sale appliance rebates, supporting an affordable clean energy transition.
Inflation Reduction Act
Signed in August 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act is the single largest investment in climate and energy in American history.
It provides home appliance rebates for discounts on electric energy-efficient appliances like Induction cooktops, ranges, and heat pump laundry appliances.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra has undergone one of the most extreme military tests. The company has recently published a Watch Ultra test video, featuring Phillip Chu Joy.
Phillip participated in the Peruvian Navy’s Special Operations Course to showcase the watch’s capabilities. It is renowned as one of the world’s most challenging military training programs.
“The Galaxy Watch Ultra pushes technology to its limits, handling extreme conditions with ease,” Chu Joy remarked. “It’s undoubtedly designed for those seeking exceptional performance.”
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra proves its durability and functionality in water, mud, and sand — excelling even under the grueling conditions of Peru’s most extreme military training.
Galaxy Watch Ultra
The Watch Ultra boasts a Grade 4 titanium frame. It also features a shockproof cushioned design that meets MIL-STD-810H2 military standards and water resistance of up to 10ATM.
The product is capable of operating within a broad temperature range of -20°C to 55°C4 and performing at altitudes of up to 9,000 meters above sea level.
These capabilities make it ideal for tracking advanced physical activities like ocean swimming and cycling in extreme conditions; take the Perivian military training as a recent proven example.
Samsung’s Watch Ultra is the ultimate companion for sports enthusiasts and extreme adventurers. It’s crafted to endure the toughest conditions with its pro-grade features and premium materials.
Samsung’s Mauricio Revollar stated:
“We wanted the public to experience the Galaxy Watch Ultra like never before in the Peruvian market by creating the most extreme product review ever undertaken here.”
“This was made possible thanks to the collaboration of the Peruvian Navy, which allowed us to highlight and celebrate the commitment of the students in one of the world’s most demanding military training programs.”
Watch the video below:
Apple collaborated with OpenAI to power Apple Intelligence features. The ChatGPT maker continues to create obstacles for Google. In a recent move, OpenAI discussed a potential AI partnership with Samsung.
TheInformation (via Reuters) reported that OpenAI has recently discussed powering AI features on Samsung-made devices. It seems the ChatGPT-maker wishes an AI partnership with Samsung to expand its reach in multiple folds.
The company is considering developing a web browser to rival Google’s Chrome. OpenAI recently introduced its search engine called SearchGPT. It is available to limited users alongside internal testers and strategic partners.
Samsung x OpenAI
Samsung and Google’s close partnership doesn’t need any elaboration. The friendship isn’t limited to services, as both firms work across an ecosystem. However, it doesn’t stop Samsung from partnering with OpenAI in favor of better service.
As the AI phone market is growing rapidly, OpenAI may innovate further. Google doesn’t lag, but there’s still room for a potential alliance. Apple Intelligence-like features might be deployed on Galaxy phones after Samsung’s partnership.
OpenAI knows Samsung holds the command of the worldwide smartphone market. Expansion of its services will be quite broader than Apple if its partnership with Samsung pens down. For now, take this information as a grain of salt!
Apple x OpenAI
Apple leads the worldwide premium smartphone market. Google and Samsung introduced their AI phones in October 2023 and January 2024, respectively. It forced Apple to immediately enter the segment to normalize the innovation gap.
Google’s availing Gemini Nano AI model, but Apple joined hands with OpenAI. To create a difference, OpenAI powering some of the coolest AI features on recent iPhones. The move is to attract other vendors to adopt source AI from OpenAI.
Well, Apple still reportedly considering bringing Gemini AI on iPhones. The company believes that iPhone users should have different AI providers available. Hence, a multi-collaborative approach is also in the pipeline, at least from Apple’s end.