21 Tips and Tricks for Samsung Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Ultra: Unlock the Full Potential of Your Device

The Samsung Galaxy S25 series is packed with amazing features, but many of them are hidden or not well-known. Whether you have the S25, S25+, or S25 Ultra, these tips and tricks will help you get the most out of your phone.

From customizing your lock screen to recording phone calls, AI-powered tricks, and camera hacks, we’ve got everything covered. Let’s dive in!

🔒 Lock Screen & Security Tricks

1. Fingerprint Unlock Edge Lighting Effect

Make unlocking your phone look cool with a custom edge lighting effect:

• Go to Settings > Modes & Routines > Routines.
• Tap the + icon to create a new routine.
• Under "If", select "Unlock with fingerprint".
• Under "Then", choose "Effects" > "Edge lighting effect".
• Customize the color and style, then hit Done.
  Now, every time you unlock your phone, you’ll see a slick lighting effect!

2. Auto Wallpaper Change When Charging

Make your phone switch wallpapers when charging:

• Go to Modes & Routines > Routines > +.
• Under "If", select "Charging".
• Under "Then", choose "Wallpaper" > "Change lock screen wallpaper".
• Pick a cool charging-themed wallpaper Now, your phone will automatically show this wallpaper when plugged in!

3. Theft Detection Lock

Prevent thieves from using your phone if it’s snatched:

• Go to Settings > Security & Privacy > Lost Device Protection.
• Turn on "Theft Detection Lock".
  If someone grabs your phone while the screen is on, it will instantly lock!

🎵 Music & Now Bar Tricks

4. Control Music from Always-On Display

Double-tap the Now Bar (the pill-shaped menu at the bottom of the lock screen) to skip songs, pause, or play without unlocking your phone.

5. Customize the Now Bar

• Tap and hold a live notification (like music or a timer) to remove or customize what appears.
• Go to Now Bar settings to choose which apps show up.

6. Identify Songs Playing Around You

• Press and hold the navigation bar (the home button area).
• Tap the music icon to let your phone listen and identify the song.
  Works for YouTube, Instagram, or even background music!

📞 Phone Call & Messaging Tricks

7. Record Phone Calls (Ultra Feature)

• During a call, tap the "Record" button.
• After the call, find the recording in the Phone app > Recent Calls > View Recording.
• You can even read a transcript of the call!

8. Live Translate Calls

• Go to Phone app > Settings > Live Translate.
• Choose the other person’s language and yours.
• Now, when you speak, it will translate in real-time!

9. Text Instead of Answering (Avoid Scams)

• Enable "Text Call" in Phone settings.
• If a suspicious number calls, you can text them back instead of speaking (great for avoiding AI voice scams).

📸 Camera & Gallery Hacks

10. Ultra-Wide 50MP Mode (Ultra Only)

• Open the Camera, switch to Ultra-Wide mode.
• Tap the resolution icon to switch from 12MP to 50MP for sharper close-up shots.

11. Best Face for Selfies

• Turn on "Motion Photo" in Camera settings.
• Take a burst of selfies, then go to Gallery.
• Swipe up and select "Best Face"—your phone will pick the best expressions from different shots!

12. Slow-Mo & Boomerang from Photos

• Take a Motion Photo, open it in Gallery.
• Tap the Motion Photo button and choose Slow-Mo or Boomerang for cool effects.

13. Remove Background Noise from Videos

• Record a video, then edit it in Gallery.
• Tap "Audio Erase" > Auto to remove wind or noise automatically.

🤖 AI & Smart Features

14. Gemini AI (Replaces Bixby)

• Press & hold the side button to launch Gemini (Samsung’s new AI).
• Ask it to:
  • "Find top 5 pizza places and text them to Mike." (It searches and sends the message!)
  • "Summarize this YouTube video in 10 points." (It adds notes for you!)

15. AI-Generated Stickers

• Open Keyboard > Emoji section > AI icon.
• Type something like "Egg eating a chicken drumstick", pick a style, and generate a sticker!

16. AI Select with S Pen (Ultra Only)

• Circle anything on screen with the S Pen for quick actions:
  • Phone numbers? → Call instantly.
  • Website links? → Open in browser.
  • Images? → Edit, share, or turn into AI art!

🎨 Customization Tricks

17. Auto Dark Mode Wallpaper

• Set a daytime wallpaper and a nighttime wallpaper.
• In Modes & Routines, create a routine:
  • "If" → Sunset to Sunrise → Then → Change Wallpaper.

18. Enlarge App Folders

• Long-press a folder and choose "Enlarge" for a bigger, easier-to-access layout.

19. Ambient Weather Wallpaper

• Go to Lock Screen > Wallpaper > Photo Ambient.
• Pick a portrait photo—the weather will interact with it (rain, snow, etc.)!

🔋 Battery & Performance Tips

20. Low Battery Alert Sound

• In Modes & Routines, use the "Low Battery" preset.
• Set it to play a sound when battery hits 10% so you never forget to charge!

21. Secure Browsing with VPN

• Use Surfshark VPN to:
  • Hide your browsing history from hackers.
  • Change virtual location to access global content.

🎮 Bonus Quick Tips

✅ Search photos by describing them ("Show me my passport photo").
✅ Double-tap the lock button for quick screenshot editing.
✅ Rename Bixby to anything (like "Noodle Brain") in Advanced Features > Bixby > Labs.
✅ Slow-mo any video clip by selecting a section in Gallery.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Samsung Galaxy S25 Series

1. How do I record phone calls on the Galaxy S25 Ultra?

✅ Answer:

• During a call, tap the "Record" button.
• After the call, go to the Phone app > Recent Calls, select the call, and tap "View Recording" to listen or read the transcript.
  (Note: Call recording laws vary by region—check local regulations before using this feature.)

2. Can I change Bixby’s wake-up command to something else?

✅ Answer:
Yes! Go to:

• Settings > Advanced Features > Bixby > Labs > Create Wake-Up Phrase.
• Record a custom phrase (like "Hey Noodle Brain") and confirm.
  Now, your phone will respond to your new wake word instead of "Hey Bixby."

3. Why does my ultra-wide camera only take 12MP photos instead of 50MP?

✅ Answer:
The 50MP mode must be enabled manually:

• Open Camera > Ultra-Wide mode > Tap the resolution icon (top corner).
• Switch from 12MP to 50MP for higher-quality shots.

4. How do I stop the Now Bar from showing certain apps?

✅ Answer:

• Tap and hold a live notification (e.g., music, timer) on the lock screen.
• Select "Now Bar settings" and toggle off apps you don’t want to appear.

5. Does the Galaxy S25 support slow-motion selfies?

✅ Answer:
Yes!

• Turn on "Motion Photo" in the Camera settings.
• Take a selfie, open it in Gallery, and tap the Motion Photo button.
• Choose "Slow-Mo" to convert it into a slow-motion clip.

🚀 Final Thoughts

The Samsung Galaxy S25 series is packed with hidden features that make it smarter, faster, and more fun to use. Try these 21 tips and tricks to unlock its full potential!