ONE UI 4.0 delivers a variety of creative experiences to the user. The newly transformed ONE UI 4.0 is incredibly special in terms of transparency and privacy features. If you activate the Privacy feature, you can easily check when and where your Camera and Microphone were used. You can also customise your device using a Colour Palette made from your favourite colours. Let’s explore each feature of the new ONE UI 4.0 that is available on Android 12.
Before you try the recommendations below, be sure to check if your device's software and related apps are updated to the latest version. To update your mobile device's software, follow these steps:
Step 1.Go toSettings>Software update.
Step 2.Tap onDownload and install.
Step 3.Follow the on-screen instructions.
Privacy protection
ONE UI 4.0 comes with a highly strengthenedPrivacyfeature. If you activate the Privacy setting, you can check which apps are using the Camera and Microphone in real time. Additionally, you can conveniently see detailed usage logs from the last 24 hours. FromSettings, selectPrivacy, then enableCamera accessandMicrophone access.
If you swipe down with two fingers, you can navigate toQuick Settings. If you tap thegreen iconlocated aboveQuick Settings, you can conveniently see all apps that are currently using theCameraandMicrophone.
Colour Palette
Find a colour and style that is personalised to your wallpaper. If a user sets a desired colour tone, the AI recommends colours that best match the wallpaper. Change things up by trying new colours.
Step 1. Go to Settings and select Wallpaper and Style.
Step 2. Select Colour palette.
Step 3. Choose a variety of colour tones based on colours from your wallpaper.
Widgets
Try using the efficient and easily accessible widget feature. It has been transformed to be more intuitive, convenient and user-friendly. You can set widgets for each app and enablethe feature with a few simple taps and drags.
Step 1. You can access theHome screen settingsby pressing and holding anywhere on theHome screen.
Step 2.You can customise widgets by tapping theWidgetsbutton on the bottom of the screen.Select or drag the widgets you would like to use to enable the feature.
Expansion of the keyboard function
On ONE UI 4.0, you can use a variety of emojis, GIFs and stickers for free. Try using cute emojis and GIFs when chatting with a friend.
New emojis and GIFs available on ONE UI 4.0
Improved Camera app
You can use the updatedCameraapp to quickly take high-quality pictures and videos. The user-friendly menu layout increases the user’s convenience and ease of use.TheZoomsetting display has been changed from icons to numbers for easier understanding of the zoom magnification level.
ONE UI 3.1 Camera app
ONE UI 4.0 Camera app
Device care
TheDevice caredisplay layout has been upgraded. Visibility has been improved with the use of emoticons and vivid fonts. Additionally, you can easily check your device performance with the newly addedDiagnosticsfeature.
Step 1. Go to Settings and select Battery and device care.
Step 2. Navigate to Diagnostics.
Step 3. Choose the functions you would like to check.
Enhanced PIP (Picture in Picture) feature
The PIP (Picture in Picture) feature is extremely useful when you want to watch videos while doing something else. From theHome screen, you can easily change the size and location of the PIP(Picture in Picture) screen.
Set the size or location of the video by dragging any of its four corners outward to your desired settings.
From your device, learn more about how to use ONE UI 4.0
From your device, navigate toSettings, then selectTips and user manualto find an in-depth explanation of how to use
ONE UI 4.0, as well as usage tips and tricks. You can easily learn more by tappingSettings,Apps and featuresandExpert tips.
Note:Device screenshots and menus may vary depending on the device model and software version.
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