There is currently not much that you cannot do with a smartphone, from filming important scenes to banking operations from anywhere with just touches.In spite of this there is always room to improve and Samsung Electronics is constantly looking for the intelligent phone experience to be more intuitive to help us do even more.Therefore, Created One UI.Presented in November 2018, One UI improved the functionality of smartphones for millions of users.After two years of evolution, Samsung launched one UI 3 in December 2020 based on the design, efficiency and experience of the first one through the devices.Now, Samsung is raising the level once again with one ui 3.1.Since last February 18, the last One UI provides updates to allow powerful functionality for some smartphones.[1] So what kind of experience can users enjoy with one ui 3?Samsung Mobile Press sat with One UI designers to ask what we can expect.

THE FOUR PRINCIPLES OF ONE UI

1) Focus on the current task

2) Natural interaction

3) Comfortable to see

4) Make things responsive

These four principles were established by One UI designers to provide users with the best possible experience.

▲ Jeonggun Choi, Diseñador Principal de UX en el Grupo Principal de UX de Negocios de Comunicaciones Móviles en Samsung Electronics

The fourth principle is a completely new introduced for one ui 3.1.

"From tablets to folding phones and regular smartphones, the types of devices that people have diversified and the amount of characteristics and functions has also increased," said UX's main designer Jeonggun Choi."Following this trend, new principles were needed to provide the best design for our users".Whether an application is executed in Galaxy S21, Galaxy Tab or in the Foldable Galaxy Z series, the user's interface is optimized for each device.

For example, when using the Samsung Notes application on smartphones with normal size screens, users can access the application menu by pressing the navigation button on the upper left of the screen.However, in the Galaxy Z Fold and Tab series, users can take advantage of the largest screen by always having the menu in sight, without having to press anything.

▲ Vistas antes (izquierda) y después (derecha) de la función de menú de alto contraste

As part of the fourth principle, Samsung also improved the accessibility experience by recommending functions that complement those in use.For example, when someone with vision problems, or visual weakness, has the sources of high contrast activated, One UI suggests other functions that improve visibility, such as the bold source or Dark mode on the ‘Recommended for you’ screen.A UI also reduces the discomfort of having to classify several menus by allowing users to deactivate any accessibility function they are using from a single screen.

"Accessibility functions are so diverse that it can often be difficult to use in all their potential," said Jeonggun Choi.“The‘ recommended for you ’function increases comfort and helps users to take more benefit from these functions by identifying and recommending those that users may need.We have also facilitated the use of these functions only to have necessary to allow users to activate and deactivate the functions while using a page ”.

The galaxy ecosystem allows continuous connectivity between devices

Another benefit that One UI 3 offers is the ability to change without problems between smartphones, tabs and laptops.Taking into account the greatest use of laptop tablets and computers, driven by a boom in learning and distance work, the new update provides a “connected device experience”.So this continuous ecosystem is essential to improve the productivity of studies and work.

“A new function called 'Continue Apps on Other Devices' [2] was added so that users can continue with what they were doing on their smartphone on their tablet, whether sailing on a website or working in a draft at Samsung Notes”Said Ux Min-Young Chang's main designer."Users can also copy text on your smartphone and paste it on your tablet".

In addition, users can link their keyboard cover to their tablet and smartphone with the Wireless Keyboard Sharing function.The new Auto Switch function also automatically connects the galaxy Buds with any device that is under reproduction, so that users can change without problems between their smartphones and tablets.

The experiences of connected devices, in addition to being available on mobile devices, are also compatible with appliances, such as televisions.In addition to One UI 3, users can use Smart View to enjoy the content of their smartphone on their television along with the camera transmission from their smartphone.This is especially useful for users who exercise at home, since it allows them to compare their movements with those of their virtual instructor.

“From the update of the One UI 3.1, users can send their Google Duo video calls to their TV with a single click, ”said Jeonggun Choi."With an increasing number of people who connect with their family through video calls and hold virtual work meetings, this is an especially useful feature".

A customizable galaxy experience to meet your needs

Smartphones are no longer just a tool that gives users the power to perform several tasks, they have become a means of expression.Perhaps, the best example is to decorate Galaxy Z Flip with prints to create a unique phone, but there are many ways to create a personalized smartphone experience with the latest updates."We have implemented a wide range of functions to allow users to use their smartphone as a form of expression," said Jeonggun Choi."Users can enjoy a personalized galaxy experience by choosing a video such as incoming and outgoing calls or changing the wallpaper in the Messages application".

▲ Vistas antes (izquierda) y después (derecha) de quick panel. El diseño se simplificó y se colocaron los iconos usados para acelerar el proceso de búsqueda. Los usuarios pueden agregar otros íconos haciendo clic en el botón ‘See more’ en el rincón superior derecho.

"First we analyze the use of each function in previous models," said Min-Young Chang."After classifying the functions based on their popularity, we place the most used in the upper part and hide the least used to simplify the panel".

Time savings, even if it's just a second

▲ Min-Young Chang, Diseñadora Principal de UX en el Grupo de Diseño de UX 2 de Negocios de Comunicaciones Móviles en Samsung Electronics

Another updated feature available through the One UI 3.1 is the integration of the CLOCK application with the Bedtimen de Digital Wellbeing mode.[3] After opening the CLOCK application, users can play see more and then the Set Bedtime button to establish their sleeping hours and wake up.Users no longer have to change between two applications, which makes establishing a daily sleep schedule easier and faster.

“It is possible that users are not aware of all One UI design updates that have been made, but these improvements together help users to recognize and react functions more quickly and directly.Even if only one or two seconds of the user's time is saved, I think the effort has been worth it, ”said Jeonggun Choi."One UI designers will continue to create functions that raise the happiness and satisfaction of our users with Galaxy devices".

[1] Las funciones de One UI 3.1 pueden variar según el modelo de dispositivo. Las actualizaciones pueden variar según el operador, el país y el modelo.

[2] Ambos dispositivos conectados deben ejecutar One UI 3.1 o superiores, tener Bluetooth activado, iniciar sesión en la misma cuenta Samsung y estar conectados a la misma red Wi-Fi.

[3]La función permite a los usuarios cambiar el fondo a escala de grises y silenciar las notificaciones entrantes para ayudarles a dormir mejor.