Samsung’s One UI 6, built on Android 14, has rolled out to millions of Galaxy phones — and while the major updates grab the headlines (like redesigned quick settings and better animations), there are several hidden gems most users overlook.
Whether you’re using a Galaxy S24, A54, or even a Z Flip 5, these lesser-known One UI 6 features can make your phone faster, smarter, and more personalized.
Let’s dive into the top hidden One UI 6 features you should be using in 2025.
1. Auto Blocker — Next-Level Security Without Extra Apps
Samsung quietly added Auto Blocker under Settings > Security and Privacy. It prevents potentially harmful commands or software from installing when your phone is connected via USB — great for protecting against sideloading or charging station attacks.
✅ Bonus: You can toggle individual protections like blocking app installations via ADB, preventing harmful commands, or even restricting updates from unverified sources.
2. Custom Camera Widgets for Quick Launches
You can now create individual camera widgets on your home screen — for example, one tap to launch in Portrait Mode, another for Video, and another for Night Mode.
To do this:
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Long press your home screen > Widgets > Camera > Drag to home screen.
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Customize each widget with a preferred mode and lens.
Perfect for creators or quick selfies in different settings!
3. Adaptive Color Tone for Eye Comfort
Hidden in Display settings, One UI 6 has a feature called Adaptive Color Tone, which adjusts your screen’s warmth not just by time of day — but also based on ambient lighting.
Unlike older “Blue Light Filter” modes, this adapts dynamically for comfort during late-night browsing or bright daylight use, without compromising on color accuracy.
✨ 4. New Lock Screen Shortcuts (Custom App Launchers)
Forget flashlight and camera only — now you can assign any app to the left and right corner shortcuts on the lock screen!
How to set it up:
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Go to Settings > Lock screen > Shortcuts
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Choose from any installed app (YouTube, WhatsApp, Notes, etc.)
Pro Tip: Set Google Keep or Samsung Notes on the lock screen for instant idea capturing.
️ 5. Wallpaper & Style Now Has Per-Mode Themes
In One UI 6, you can apply different wallpapers and themes for dark and light mode automatically.
So when your phone switches modes (manually or by schedule), it feels like a complete makeover — not just a brightness tweak.
Use this to set a dark sci-fi theme for night, and a brighter minimalist one for day use.
6. Use Modes & Routines for Serious Automation
If you haven’t explored Modes & Routines, now’s the time. One UI 6 improves it massively with:
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Pre-set “Sleep”, “Focus”, “Driving”, “Workout” modes
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Routines that automatically change settings, wallpapers, or trigger actions
Example:
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At 10 PM, turn on Do Not Disturb, reduce screen brightness, and enable dark mode.
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When you launch YouTube, turn off Auto-Rotate.
You’ll never need a 3rd-party automation app again.
7. Finder Smart Suggestions — Smarter Than You Think
Swipe down on the home screen to use Finder — but in One UI 6, it can now show recent searches, app shortcuts, settings toggles, and even file paths.
You can type “battery” and directly jump to Battery Saver. Or search “Telegram” and go straight to your most-used chats.
This makes Finder more like Spotlight on iPhone — faster access with fewer taps.
️ 8. Improved Voice Recorder With AI Summarizer
Samsung’s Voice Recorder app in One UI 6 now supports AI-generated summaries, especially on newer Galaxy S and Z series.
Whether you’re recording a lecture, meeting, or podcast, you can:
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Get a quick written summary
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Tag key timestamps
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Convert voice to searchable text
Perfect for students and professionals alike.
9. Smart Suggestions for Widgets & App Actions
If you long-press the home screen > Widgets > Suggestions, you’ll find a Smart Suggestions widget.
This tiny widget learns your app usage habits and offers shortcuts you’re most likely to use next — like opening Gmail in the morning, YouTube at night, or Calendar before meetings.
It’s Samsung’s version of AI-powered predictions, and it works surprisingly well.
10. Battery Health Metrics (Finally)
One UI 6 introduces a proper Battery Health section (Settings > Battery > Battery Health) that shows:
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Current battery capacity percentage
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Tips to extend life
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Charging protection toggle
This was previously only available via 3rd-party apps or deep developer tools — now it’s native and super useful for long-term phone care.
Bonus: Hidden Tips Worth Exploring
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Clipboard History: Long press in any text box > tap clipboard icon to access past copies
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Edge Panel Customization: Add tasks, contacts, even screenshots for quicker productivity
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Maintenance Mode: Let someone else use your phone (like for repair) without seeing your data
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Call Backgrounds: Personalize call screens with your own videos or live wallpapers
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Fast App Hibernation: One UI 6 automatically sends unused apps to deep sleep to save RAM and battery
Final Thoughts: One UI 6 Is More Powerful Than It Looks
Samsung’s One UI 6 is not just about looks — it’s packed with smart features that give you more control, better privacy, and faster access to your favorite things.
If you’re still using your Galaxy like it’s 2022, you’re missing out. Take 10 minutes, explore your settings, and enable the features above — you’ll instantly feel the difference in how efficient and enjoyable your phone becomes.
