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What to do when your Samsung phone fails to recognize on-screen fingerprint
Samsung provides a facility to set up a screen lock, which helps to secure your Galaxy phone or tablet. Your private data is completely protected by a multi-layered security platform. Each time you turn on your device or wake up the screen, you’ll be asked to unlock your device, with your chosen passcode.
Samsung devices also support a fingerprint scanner along with passcodes, facial recognition, pin, a pattern screen lock which prevents others from accessing information saved on your device.
Samsung’s fingerprint sensor provides a convenient and secure way to unlock your phone and keeps your personal information safe. If you are having trouble using your fingerprint sensor there are a few things to consider.
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Check for common issues with fingerprint recognition on phones:
Step 1
Make sure you are using a Samsung screen protector.
- Some Galaxy phones come with a pre-installed screen protector that will work with the in-screen fingerprint sensor. If the in-screen fingerprint sensor isn’t working, it’s possible that another screen protector has been installed on top.
- An uncertified screen protector may interfere if it covers or touches the in-screen fingerprint sensors.
- If the screen protector was replaced with a non-Samsung-certified screen protector, you may need to register your fingerprints again.
Remove protective cases.
- If a phone case covers or touches the fingerprint sensor, or prevents your finger from touching it, it can interfere with the sensor’s operation.
Moisturize your hands.
- No matter where the fingerprint sensor is located, the sensor may not work if your fingers are too dry or chapped. It may be helpful to moisturize your hands with hand lotion. But keep in mind the touch screen and fingerprint sensor may not recognize overly wet fingers.
Inspect the screen and fingerprint sensor for scratches and dirt.
- Scratches or dirt may cause recognition issues with the fingerprint sensor.
- The phone may not recognize fingerprints that are affected by wrinkles or scars. Fingers that are particularly small or slim may also not be recognized.
Move to a cooler or warmer environment.
- The sensor may not work well if the phone is in an extremely hot or cold environment.
Step 2
Remove stored fingerprints.
- Navigate to Settings.
- Tap Biometrics and security.
- Then tap Fingerprints. Select one of the stored fingerprints you’d like to delete.
- Tap Remove, and then tap Remove again to confirm. Repeat these steps to delete any other saved fingerprints.
Reregister your fingerprints.
- While you are still in the Fingerprints settings, tap Add fingerprint. Follow the on-screen instructions to register a new fingerprint.
Follow these tips for registering fingerprints.
- Hold the phone naturally, the same way you normally hold it.
- If your phone asks you to touch the sensor multiple times, move your finger slightly each time.
- Cover the entire sensor when touching it.
- Register more than one finger.
Are you using a Samsung Galaxy smartphone running on One UI 6.1 and having trouble finding the video call effects option? Let us tell you that Samsung has updated this feature to make it easier for you to customize your video calls. Here’s what’s new and how you can set it up.
With the One UI 6.1 update, Samsung has moved the video call effects feature settings to the Quick Panel. Now, you can access and change video call effects without having to navigate through multiple screens. When you pull down from the top of your screen, the Quick Panel appears.
Here’s how to set up Video Call Effects:
You can easily use the Video Call effects on your Samsung devices, just need to follow a few steps:
- Start a video call using any app that supports video calling. Make sure you’re in the middle of the call before you try to change the effects.
- While you’re on the video call, pull down from the top of your screen to open the Quick Panel. Pull down again to reveal more options.
- In the Quick Panel, find the Video Call Effects button. Tap on this button to open the settings for video call effects.
- You’ll now see several options to customize your video call. You can change the background, adjust your face effects, modify the color tone, or use automatic framing. Select the options that you like to enhance your video call.
Users with Samsung devices running from One UI 3.1 to One UI 6.0 have to select the video call effects icon directly on the call screen. But with One UI 6.1, accessing these features through the Quick Panel is now simpler.
If you haven’t used these effects on your Galaxy devices yet, try it now to make your video calls fun and engaging.
How to create 24 hour time-lapse video from single photo on Samsung devices
Samsung offers a range of advanced Gallery and Camera features for Galaxy devices that let you capture and edit images and videos like a professional. One of the amazing features of Samsung devices is the ability to convert a single photo into a 24-hour time-lapse video.
If you’ve ever wanted to see a single photo transform into a stunning time-lapse that captures a full day, this Gallery feature is perfect for you. It can take photos of landscapes, skies, sunsets, and more, and turn them into stunning videos that show the changes from morning to night, all 24 hours.
The 24-hour time-lapse video feature of the Samsung automatically detects if your photo includes elements like the sky or sunset. If it does, the AI on your Samsung device can convert it into a time-lapse video. It provides a unique way to experience how a scene transforms throughout the day, all just by one photo.
How to transform a single photo into a 24-hour time-lapse video
To create a beautiful time-lapse video from a single photo, you just need to follow a few simple steps:
- Open the Gallery app on your Samsung device. Look for photos with landscapes, skies, or sunsets.
- Choose the photo you want to convert.
- Tap the info menu at the bottom of the screen.
- If the photo has a recognizable sky, the 24-hour time-lapse option will appear. Tap it to generate the video.
- After the video is created, you can save it to your Gallery or share it with others.
One UI 6.1.1’s Motion Clipper feature coming to these Samsung devices
Samsung bringing on-device AI capabilities to many devices. The One UI 6.1-based Galaxy AI update comes with cloud-based and on-device AI features; with the processing on-device turned off by default. To enhance your privacy, enabling on-device AI processing becomes necessary.
Many Galaxy AI features process data within the device, preventing sensitive user information from leaking outside the device. In cases where cloud-based data processing is necessary, strict server policies are applied to protect user data, however, not all users want to use cloud-based AI.
Samsung’s One UI 6.1-based Galaxy AI brings the “On-Device Data Processing” feature. It enables Galaxy users who prefer to keep all data within the device with more control over their mobile experience. It also lets users decide whether to allow online processing for AI features.
Settings > Advanced features > Advanced intelligence > Process data only on-device
Process data only on-device toggle is available on select Galaxy devices including Galaxy S24, S24 Plus & S24 Ultra, Galaxy S23, S23 Plus & S23 Ultra, Galaxy S22, S22 Plus & S22 Ultra, as well as Galaxy Z Fold 5, Fold 4, Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Z Flip 4.
You also get direct access to AI features above the on-device processing toggle. The choice of all features provided by Galaxy lies entirely with the user. Experience complete control over your device and complete privacy protection with Galaxy, anytime, anywhere.
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