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Samsung Astro Portrait: How it works and Guide to use
The upgraded Samsung Expert RAW supports an epic feature called the Astro Portrait. The company has crafted this advanced function for people who want to be photographed together with the Milky Way in the night sky.
The specific reasons are the difference between bright and dark is extreme, most of it is too dark, the subject moves, and the difference in distance between the two objects (night sky, people) that need to be filmed at the same time is too large.
The ability to capture astrophoto has become a basic feature. However, it’s difficult to be photographed alongside the astrophoto due to many difficulties. Samsung managed to find a unique way that lets you be photographed in astrophoto.
How can people be photographed in astrophoto?
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- Take a portrait using lights such as flash or surrounding streetlights.
- Take at least 10 background photos including the sky at a shutter speed of 30 seconds without moving the camera and without a model, in the same composition.
- To reduce noise and bring out the details, stack 10 photos together to create a single photo. Since stars move, they appear to be in a stick formation in this photo.
- Align and stack the 10 photos of the sky based on the stars to create one photo with less noise and more clarity. At this point, the background becomes blurred.
- Separate the person from the photo in step 3 and the sky from the photo in step 4 and merge them into one photo. Now you get a clear background and a clear sky.
- Take the person from the photo in step 1 and merge it with the photo from step 5.
- When merging the person and background, as each of their lighting conditions is different, the processing of the merged boundaries and correction of heterogeneous colors must be done well.
The explanation is too complicated, isn’t it? The actual process of filming and editing is even more difficult than the explanation. Astro Portrait mode does the same thing as above with just the press of a button and some moments of waiting.
Expert RAW Astro Portrait
In Astro Portrait mode, you only need to stand in front of the camera for 3 seconds. After 3 seconds, you can come out of the frame and wait for the shooting to end. And then, you will end up with a great picture.
How to shoot an Astro Portrait?
First, mount your Galaxy S24, Z Fold 6 or Z Flip 6 on a tripod and select the Astro mode in the Expert RAW app. Then, a window will appear in which you must select Astro Portrait.
You can set the capture time in 3 different levels. The actual capture time varies depending on the brightness of the surroundings.
The longer the time, the better the quality of the photo, not brighter. Noise is reduced, and a little more detailed expression becomes possible.
Now, strike a pose and press the capture button. If you’re filming by yourself, you can use the self-timer. The flash will turn on, and after 3 seconds, when the flash turns off, step out of the frame.
Feel free to do something else while you wait for the shooting to finish.
After Korea, Samsung is rolling out an Android 14-based One UI 6.1.1 update for Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra in India and Europe. The update provides a next-level experience with new Galaxy AI features and improvements.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy S23 series can identify the One UI 6.1.1 update in India and Europe through build versions mentioned below.
- S911BXXU6CXH7 – Galaxy S23
- S916BXXU6CXH7 – Galaxy S23 Plus
- S918BXXU6CXH7 – Galaxy S23 Ultra
The installation package size of this update is around 2.8GB. In addition to several features, it enhanced security with the August 2024 security patch.
To access One UI 6.1 features and enhancements on your Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphone, go to the Settings app, tap on Software Update, and then select Download and Install. This will initiate the update process, and once completed, you’ll enjoy a more personalized and efficient smartphone experience.
One UI 6.1.1 features
One UI 6.1.1 now lets you transform sketches into stunning artwork and enhances your photos with better styles. Also, the Samsung Keyboard can auto-complete your text, and you can get real-time translations for calls and text in images.
Moreover, you can convert voice to text, manage PDFs more easily, and set wallpapers that change with the weather and time. Overall, it makes your Galaxy phone more smarter.
One UI 6.1.1 update for Galaxy S23 rolling out with new AI features
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is coming early next year. The smartphone could introduce a revamped design, a sharp difference from the previous models. The possible design of the Galaxy S25 Ultra has been showcased in a series of new renders.
Renders display the Galaxy S25 Ultra in Titanium Gold. The imagery by TechnizoConcept is based on CAD renders published by Onleaks and details shared by IceUniverse. Simply put, new renders are in HD with a new colorway of redesigned image leak.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra will have the thinnest symmetrical bezels in Samsung’s history. This aspect will be even better than Apple’s most premium iPhone 16 Pro Max. The company has also worked on the middle frame to make it lightweight.
The flagship is said to have a quite thin middle frame, that won’t radically expand outside the frame. This design change aimed at making the phone lighter and more handly without altering aspects such as screen or frame.
It was rumored that the phone lacks an S Pen slot in CAD renders. However, Onleaks later clarified that the frame boasts S Pen silo. The device with the matching color of the phone accompanied in the renders, continuing the Note legacy.
The frame seems flat, similar to Apple’s iPhone models. Google also replicated the frame approach in its Pixel 9 series. The Galaxy S25 Ultra is also seemingly getting a flat frame design, making it more handy to carry and use for longer.
Rumors suggest the Galaxy S25 Ultra will be Samsung’s finest creation yet. While renders display significantly refined design, the hardware aspect is also boosted. Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 could be able to beat Apple iPhone 16 Pro’s A18 Pro chip.
Samsung has rolled out a new update for its Video Player app with version 7.3.36.1. This update enhances user experience by bringing bug fixes and usability improvements.
This update resolves existing issues within the app to provide a more stable and reliable video playback experience. Users who have experienced glitches or performance issues with previous versions will likely find these fixes to improve significantly.
Through this update, the company aims to remove crashes, functional glitches, and other common issues that reduce smooth viewing experience. In addition, the update also introduces several usability enhancements. While specific details about these usability changes have not been disclosed, we can expect smoother operations.
Overall, the latest update of the Samsung Video Player app is a step forward in enhancing the user experience. By focusing on both stability and usability, Samsung is making the app more enjoyable for watching videos.
Users can expect a smoother and more responsive experience with this latest update. You can install the update via Galaxy Store >>Menu option >> Updates. Also, you can download the update from the third-party app link mentioned here.
The installation package size of the Samsung Video Player 7.3.36.1 update is around 9.78MB. You can check the update now and install it to get enhanced video playback functionalities.