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Android 14 copying Samsung One UI features!
Google began the Android 14 development in early February, with the second Developer Preview released two days ago. Android 14 DP2 build revealed that Google is learning from Samsung and One UI as part of bringing new features to its next software.
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Android 14 Developer Preview 2 is available for Pixel smartphones, which brings two Samsung One UI-inspired features including “Auto confirm unlock” and “Flash screen notifications.” Let’s have a quick look over what Google’s preparing for Pixels, which is already available in Galaxy.
Auto confirm unlock
Samsung One UI lets users get access to their phone from the lock screen by just putting in the right PIN code. Pixel phones, on the other hand, don’t have a such smart function as users have no other option than hitting the “OK” or “→” buttons even after filling out the right PIN code.
Android 14 Developer Preview 2 adds a new toggle, allowing Pixel smartphone users to bypass the additional step to get the phone unlocked. Meanwhile, the company is keeping this feature limited to at least a 6-digit PIN to unlock the device without tapping OK.
Flash screen notifications
Samsung’s One UI software has had the Edge Lighting feature for a long time. When enabled, the screen works like an LED light to let the smartphone user know about the new notifications. not that all, there are a handful of customization options too, which brings great experience.
Android 14’s version of Edge Lighting is a quite basic feature for Pixel devices. Google just added 12 colors that can be used to blink on the entire display to notify about notifications. The lack of additional tools makes it outdated when compared to the One UI.
One UI 6
Based on the Android 14 operating system, Samsung will introduce the next version of One UI later this year. The Galaxy S23 series will be the initial receiver of the One UI 6.0 software later this year, and we believe Samsung will make it epic as well.
Samsung India officially launched two new mid-range smartphones – Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A34 and revealed their price and availability in the country. The devices were originally introduced in global markets on March 15.
Price and availability –
The company is offering Graphite, Lime, Violet, and White color options for Galaxy A54 and Graphite, Lime, Violet, and Silver color options for Galaxy A34.
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Interested customers can order new smartphones from Samsung’s official website, Amazon, Flipkart, and other authorized retailers. The company is giving INR 3,000 cashback when purchasing phones through eligible bank debit and credit cards.
Also, you can get the Galaxy Buds Live worth INR 5,999 for just INR 999 while buying any of the Galaxy A34 or A54 models in India. The original price of Samsung Galaxy A34 and Galaxy A54 in India is –
Galaxy A54
- 8GB + 128GB – INR 38,999
Galaxy A34
- 8GB + 128GB – INR 30,999
- 8GB + 256GB – INR 32,999
Galaxy A54 Specs:
The all-new Samsung Galaxy A54 5G offers a 6.4-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED Display with a 120Hz refresh rate and Vision booster feature. It equips an octa-core Exynos 1380 chipset and a massive 5000 mAh battery with 25W fast charging support.
Samsung says that the Galaxy A54 offers stunning day and night photography. It features a 50MP Main Camera (F1.8, AF, OIS), a 12MP Ultra-Wide Camera (F2.2, FF), and 5MP Macro Camera (F2.4, FF). On the front, it has a 32MP Selfie Camera (F2.2).
Moreover, the device runs the latest Android 13-based One UI 5.1 software and offers four major Android OS and five years of security updates support. Know more about Galaxy A54.
Galaxy A34 Specs:
The Samsung Galaxy A34 5G is a slightly cheaper model of the series. It sports a larger 6.6-inch Super AMOLED 120Hz display with Full HD+ resolution and supports the Vision booster feature. Under the hood, it has a 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 1080 processor and a 5000 mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging.
For photography, the company has installed a triple rear camera setup including 48MP primary camera (F1.8, AF, OIS), an 8MP ultra-wide angle camera (F2.2, FF), and a 5MP macro camera (F2.4, FF). The other side has a 13MP selfie shooter (F2.2, FF).
Furthermore, Galaxy A34 comes pre-installed with Android 13-based One UI 5.1 software. Similar to the A54, it will also provide 4 major Android OS upgrades and 5 years of security patches. Know more about Galaxy A34.
Amid “fake” Moon controversy, Samsung shared an explanation of the AI-powered Moon photo detection system it has used since the Galaxy S21. The company also revealed that users can take a natural shot of the Moon by turning off the Scene Optimizer feature.
Starting the Galaxy S21 series, Samsung applied the AI-based Scene Optimizer feature in the Galaxy Camera app. Using deep learning and AI, this feature upscales the Moon shot and adds further details with processing to deliver a crispy and vibrant shot in Space Zoom.
“Samsung continues to improve Scene Optimizer to reduce any potential confusion that may occur between the act of taking a picture of the real moon and an image of the moon.” Said Samsung.
The Korean tech giant explains, if you have Scene Optimizer turned on, AI detects when you’re taking a clear photo of the Moon at 25X zoom or above. As soon as the camera detects the Moon, the technology lowers the brightness, and captures multiple frames (to produce a bright, low-noise picture).
Later, the AI-based feature uses a neural network to enhance the detail using a high-resolution reference image for comparison. The company also cited that the feature will not work if you either take a snapshot of the obscured Moon or use an image that clearly wasn’t taken on Earth.
“If users wish to take a picture without the support of AI, users can easily deactivate Scene Optimizer by heading to: Camera → Camera Settings → Scene Optimizer → Off“
Samsung may have felt explanation necessary during huge fake criticism of its pro-grade camera technology. A Reddit user shared his experience of experimenting with Moon shot using a Galaxy smartphone, which created critical controversy against Samsung.
With Scene Optimizer turned on, the Reddit user took a shot of a download and blurred image of the Moon, displayed on the monitor. The feature detected the appearance of the Moon and added details and sharpness to the shot to make it crispy as it does in real shots.
Naturally, anyone will call this kind of experience cheating but the reality is that Samsung revealed this technology after the release of the Galaxy S21 series. AI and machine learning technologies are being used in almost all aspects of the tech industry, and if a camera using it, it should not be any controversy.
Samsung AI deep learning for Moon detection:
The Brightness Control Process:
Samsung has finally launched the Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A34 smartphones with the latest internals, multiple advanced features, better day-night cameras, powerful security, new picture editing tools, impressive software support, and a beautiful design.
The devices are not available to purchase right now. The company will start selling the Galaxy A54 smartphone in the United States on April 6. This time, Samsung has not introduced Galaxy A34 in the US.
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Meanwhile, the Korean firm further revealed that the new mid-range phone will be available to purchase in the UK (Europe) in late March. However, the exact date is still under wraps. Whereas in India and other Asian markets, the company will reveal the pricing and availability of the phones on March 16.
Samsung is offering four color variants for both of these devices. The Galaxy A54 comes in Graphite, Lime, Violet, and White color options. And, the Galaxy A34 offers Graphite, Lime, Silber, and Violet colors.
There are different RAM and storage versions of the phones available depending on the market. You can check out the price of the new Samsung Galaxy A54 and Galaxy A34 below:
Samsung Galaxy A54 and A34 Price
Galaxy A54
- 6GB + 128GB – $450 (US)
- 8GB + 128GB – £449 (UK)
- 8GB + 256GB – £499 (UK)
- 6GB + 128GB – €489 (Europe)
- 8GB + 256GB – €539 (Europe)
Galaxy A34
- 6GB + 128GB – £349 (UK)
- 8GB + 256GB – £399 (UK)
- 6GB + 128GB – €389 (Europe)
- 8GB + 256GB – €459 (Europe)
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