Samsung One UI 9 update introduces new customization and security features

The Samsung One UI 9 update brings significant enhancements to system customization, security, and productivity. Key updates include a redesigned quick settings panel with larger, more adjustable volume and brightness sliders, and a new media controller that features a sleek design with glowing waveforms. The update also introduces a 24-megapixel photo resolution option in the camera app, along with a new vertical split-screen mode for dual recording. Security is bolstered with new, interactive privacy indicators in the notification bar that allow users to directly stop apps from accessing the camera, microphone, or location. Additionally, the update includes a new driving report feature that tracks car trips via Bluetooth, providing detailed statistics on speed, acceleration, and phone usage. Productivity is improved with the ability to open multiple browser windows simultaneously and the option to open PDF files directly within the My Files app. Finally, the update simplifies the management of third-party apps by providing a dedicated menu to easily uninstall applications downloaded from outside the Google Play Store.

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The Samsung One UI 9 update brings significant enhancements to system customization, security, and productivity. Key updates include a redesigned quick settings panel with larger, more adjustable volume and brightness sliders, and a new media controller that features a sleek design with glowing waveforms. The update also introduces a 24-megapixel photo resolution option in the camera app, along with a new vertical split-screen mode for dual recording. Security is bolstered with new, interactive privacy indicators in the notification bar that allow users to directly stop apps from accessing the camera, microphone, or location. Additionally, the update includes a new driving report feature that tracks car trips via Bluetooth, providing detailed statistics on speed, acceleration, and phone usage. Productivity is improved with the ability to open multiple browser windows simultaneously and the option to open PDF files directly within the My Files app. Finally, the update simplifies the management of third-party apps by providing a dedicated menu to easily uninstall applications downloaded from outside the Google Play Store.

The One UI 9 update features a redesigned quick settings panel with larger, more customizable volume and brightness sliders. Users can now record video using both the front and back cameras simultaneously with a new vertical split-screen mode.

A new 24-megapixel photo resolution option is available in the camera app settings for improved image quality. Interactive privacy indicators in the notification bar allow users to instantly stop apps from accessing sensitive hardware.

The new driving report feature tracks car trips and provides detailed statistics on speed, acceleration, and phone usage. The My Files app now supports opening PDF files directly without requiring a separate viewer application.

Chapter guide

Quick settings and UI changesOverview of the updated quick settings panel, including larger sliders and a redesigned media controller.Customization featuresDemonstration of new artistic contact cards and auto-resizing clock fonts on the lock screen.Camera updatesIntroduction of the vertical split-screen dual recording mode and the new 24-megapixel photo resolution.Driving report featureExplanation of the new driving report tool that tracks trips and provides detailed driving statistics.App updatesDetails on new multi-window browser support, text redaction in Notes, and improved DeX functionality.Security enhancementsOverview of interactive privacy indicators and the new menu for managing third-party apps.Quick featuresDemonstration of opening PDFs in My Files and enabling the network speed indicator via Good Lock.

Worth noting

  • The video demonstrates features on a Samsung device, but availability may vary by region, model, and carrier.
  • The driving report feature relies on a Bluetooth connection to a vehicle, which may not be compatible with all car systems.

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