Galaxy A9 2018: 32 tips and tricks to get the most out of your smartphone

O Galaxy A9 2018 is the last smartphone of the old A-line of Samsung before merging with the J line. Offering as a differential the fact that it is an intermediate device with some premium features, the Galaxy A9 2018 brings the new interface of Samsung, One UI, which comes with the latest Android features today, such as Night Mode and gesture navigation, and 4 cameras on the back performing various capture modes and artificial intelligence to improve clicks.

With so much to optimize, we've brought you xxx tips and tricks that you can do with Galaxy A9 2018 to get the most out of your smartphone and make the most of it in the world. Without a doubt, you will never see your A9 2018 like before.

Inside the Galaxy A9 2018

first smartphone from Samsung to bring 5 cameras in total, the Galaxy A9 2018 It has a giant 6,3-inch infinity display with Full HD+ resolution and Super AMOLED technology that occupies more than 80% of the front of the device. Speaking of the front, the Galaxy A9 2018 It has a 24 MP selfie camera with HDR and artificial intelligence to improve settings according to the scene.

The back, in turn, is where the biggest difference can be seen: the 4 cameras. The main one has 24 MP and an aperture of f/1.7; the secondary has 10 MP with telephoto lens (for long distances) and 2x optical zoom without image distortion; the third is focused on more objects in a scene and has 8 MP; and the fourth is a 5 MP sensor that reproduces that blur effect – very famous on artist Instagram.

Of course, to process so much information from the cameras, Qualcomm's Snapdragon 660 processor and 6 GB of RAM do the job quickly and without crashes, not to mention 128 GB of internal storage to store the thousands of photos you're likely to take. how Galaxy A9 2018. Holding the tank for almost 1 full day of intense use, the 3800mAh is more than enough. It's a quality set that won't let you down when you need it.

Now that we've introduced the device, let's get to the important part. Check out 30 tips and tricks from Galaxy A9 2018 To optimize your smartphone experience:

A Galaxy world for you

Currently the Galaxy Themes is not just restricted to high-end smartphones, all Galaxy users can customize their home screen with other themes, wallpapers, icons and new looks for Always on Display. There's a world of possibilities and free changes, but if you want something a lot more sophisticated and supported, there are paid customizations that are beautiful. Your Galaxy A9 2018 in your own way!

To go to Galaxy Theme, you can click and hold on an empty corner of the home screen and select Themes, or go to Settings/Wallpapers, Themes & Icons.

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Bixby

Bixby is far from the best virtual assistant available, but within the Galaxy ecosystem it is not disposable. For example, on the Bixby Home there are some quick command tutorials and help if you're looking for something. If you know English, since she doesn't speak our language yet, you can still do Google searches and perform more specific commands like setting an alarm or adding tasks to the agenda.

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An interesting thing about the Bixby app is the cards available on Home, which inform you of various information such as your Facebook notifications, Twitter trending topics or what you are listening to on Spotify. In addition, Bixby also shows you more typical things like current weather, rain forecast and more.

Samsung's virtual assistant no Galaxy A9 2018 can be accessed with a simple click on the dedicated button, located on the left side of the device.

Bixby key

Now, if you haven't gotten used to Bixby and want to go back with the classic and equally smart Google Assistant, the Bixby Key can be configured to execute other commands. By double pressing the Key, you can add the command to run Google or many other applications like open Facebook, Twitter or some game.

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To change the Bixby Key as you wish, go to Settings/Advanced Features/Bixby Key.

Payment via NFC

NFC (or infrared sensor) was used a lot in the past as an alternative to Bluetooth to pass music and videos – I myself used it a lot when I was a teenager. The fact is that time has passed that the function has gained several features that make the user's life easier but that many people do not know. One of the new features is making payments, reading NFC tags or the usual sharing of data, for example.

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As a complete smartphone that is the Galaxy A9 2018, it has NFC and you can carry out all these commands very easily, just have a compatible device on the other side and bring the devices together.

To enable NFC, go to Settings/Connections/NFC.

Share links and contacts with Android Beam

Do you know Android Beam? Few people know it, but it is also a method of quickly sharing web links or phone contacts just by approaching your Galaxy A9 2018 to another compatible device. This feature also uses the infrared sensor to work.

The path is the same as for NFC, but beyond that click on Android Beam and activate.

WIFI router

Did you run out of internet in your house and need to finish your work on your laptop or tablet? Then the Galaxy A9 2018 has the ability to become a Wi-Fi router using your data network. When activated, your smartphone becomes a Wi-Fi hotspot and you can connect notebooks, other smartphones, tablets or even computers to browse the internet and perform simpler jobs, not least because the 4G network is not as fast as broadband internet. .

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To enable Wi-Fi Hotspot, go to Settings/Connections/Wi-Fi Hotspot & Docking/Wi-Fi Hotspot and turn it on. After that, you need to configure the connection name and security (change the password).

Safety while driving

O Galaxy A9 2019 brings the Mirror Link, which allows you to access some useful smartphone applications through your car's screen. All you need to make sure is that the A9 2018 be connected to the internet and your car supports Mirror Link as well. After that, just connect the cell phone via UBS and that's it,

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To enable Mirror Link, go to Settings/Connection/More connection settings/Mirror Link.

Listen to music and apps from a different device

Now you can individually separate the sound of each application to be played on another device. For example, when activated, you will be able to listen to songs separately through a sound player and play the sound of some game by itself. Galaxy A9 2018. Essential for greater fun and practicality.

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To enable it, go to Settings/Sound/Advanced settings and sound/Separate app sound.

Organizing your notifications

Going to the notifications, One UI has brought a very cool feature for you who get a lot of notifications and get lost when you see a bunch of app messages in the status bar. Now the interface allows you to limit in only the 3 recent apps to be shown in the status bar, leaving the other notifications to your liking to view or delete.

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To enable, go to Settings/Notifications/Status Bar. Taking advantage of the status bar, you can also put the battery percentage to stay more within the range of the Galaxy A9 2018. It's the same way, then activate Show battery percentage.

Adaptive screen brightness

The giant screen of Galaxy A9 2018 It's not just big, it's also smart. By activating Adaptive Brightness, the Full HD+ display can adjust the brightness and automatically adapt them to similar lighting conditions.

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To enable, go to Settings/Display/Adaptive Brightness.

Blue light filter

The Blue Light Filter has started to appear actively on all cell phones in recent months and on Galaxy A9 2018 is no different. The filter changes the color of the screen to sepia tones and reduces the emission of blue light, which is harmful to eyesight. You can program the filter to only activate at night or in the early morning to help you sleep better.

To activate it, go to Settings/Display/Blue light filter.

Adaptive screen mode

Still on the smart screen, it is possible to change the colors of the Galaxy A9 2018 to your liking for a better experience. You can make it warmer, cooler, or opt for pre-formatted modes like Cinema AMOLED, Photo AMOLED or basic. If you still prefer, you can manually change the tones separately.

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To enable adaptive screen mode, go to Settings/Display/Adaptive screen mode.

Font size and style

This feature is old, but a lot of people don't know it exists. Changing the font of your smartphone's texts is pretty cool because it gives the device a more personal touch. There are some pre-installed fonts, but there is a unique app for Galaxy that you can download and install new fonts both free and paid.

Their size can also be adjusted as per the user's taste. For example, those who have a vision problem can increase the font size to better visualize the information.

To change these settings, go to Settings/Display/Font Size & Style.

screen zoom

In addition to the font size and style, it is possible to zoom in on the screen. It's basically similar to the previous tip, but this feature also changes all content, including icon and outlines.

To change go to Settings/Display/Screen Zoom.

Easy mode

The last mode that changes the way you view your Galaxy A9 2018 it's the easy way. In addition to increasing the font to the maximum level, the One UI interface is completely changed and leaves only essential apps and a more fluid overall experience. It's ideal for people who haven't gotten used to the features of the interface and want to try something simpler.

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To enable Easy Mode, go to Settings/Display/Easy Mode.

full screen apps

With the popularization of the so-called infinite screen, applications had to adapt to the new aspect ratio and offer as much content as possible. You can view which apps already come with the new aspect ratio installed or change them manually depending on your taste.

To enable, go to Settings/Display/Application in full screen.

Children's Space

Do you want to keep your child away from important files on your Galaxy A9 2018? With the Children's Space it is possible. One UI creates a more streamlined interface of its own, with just the essential apps for kids like Games, Camera and Gallery. Best of all, your files are protected in this Kids mode.

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To activate Children's Space, open the notification center and search for Children's Space. Activate it and wait for the download to finish.

Night mode

We can't forget about Night Mode, a feature that won the hearts of all users. In addition to reducing the amount of blue light on the screen, Night Mode on the Galaxy A9 2018 helps save battery and also gives the device an extra charm – who doesn't like black and gray tones on their smartphone?

To activate Night Mode there are two options: open the notification center and click on Night Mode; or go to Settings/Display/Night Mode.

gesture navigation

With more and more screen and fewer buttons, an interface optimized for navigation by gestures is to be expected. At the Galaxy A9 2018 and One UI is possible to enable these features, eliminating the virtual navigation buttons at the bottom and giving way to on-screen gestures for interaction. For example, a swipe up motion goes back, opens recent apps, or goes back to the home screen. The first few times it's a little difficult to get used to, but on some days you won't want any other way.

To activate it, go to Settings/Display/Navigation bar.

Transfer data from an old device to Galaxy A9 2018

Just bought your smartphone and want to transfer all your data from your old phone without having to look for all the programs and install them again? Smart Switch is there to help with this process. As the name implies, it is an application that facilitates the exchange of data from one device to another, essential for transferring data from an old smartphone to yours. Galaxy A9 2018.

Through Smart Switch it is possible to select whether the old device is a Galaxy or iPhone, to facilitate the transfer, and after that just follow the steps of the App, choose who receives and who transfers, and start.

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To install Smart Switch, go to Settings/Accounts & Backup/Smart Switch. Wait for the download and installation and follow the steps to start the transfer.

One-handed operation mode

We all know that the big screen is a little difficult to handle with just one hand and in the Galaxy A9 2018 this rule is no different, in fact they are 6,3 inches that occupy more than 80% of the front of the device. But a good news is that the One UI brings the One-handed Operation Mode, which basically decreases the screen area to facilitate the handling of the device. When activated, just swipe diagonally from the bottom corner and the magic is done.

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To enable it, go to Settings/Advanced features/Movements and gestures/One-handed operation mode.

All-day battery

O Galaxy A9 2018 it has 3800mAh which in our tests had a surprising performance even with a giant screen. In games, however, the situation is different and you will probably need a closer outlet in the middle of the day. To help you not miss any important moment due to lack of charge, One UI brings 3 battery optimization modes to help you in more critical moments. For example, the maximum energy saving mode limits the A9 2018 to the extreme and can only perform basic functions so as not to waste energy.

The optimized mode is normal, where the functions are the default chosen by the user, but it is possible to decrease the screen resolution, brightness and performance of the smartphone individually.

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To check these options, go to Settings/Device Support/Battery.

Assistant menu

Particularly the Assistant Menu is one of my favorite features on Samsung phones. It started to be successful first on iPhones due to the high percentage of problems with the home button and soon after it became something to improve accessibility. Assistant Mode creates a virtual button on the screen that can be accessed to perform basic system commands, such as taking a screenshot, going back, opening recent apps, going to the home screen, locking the device and dozens of other functions.

To activate the Assistant Menu, go to Settings/Accessibility/Interaction & Craftsmanship/Assistant Menu.

Eye-catching details

Launched in January of this year in Brazil, the device has a 6,3-inch screen with AMOLED technology, which allows you to turn on and off the pixels up to three times faster than other types of displays. This means that to watch movies and take pictures that are rich in detail, the Galaxy A9 becomes a great option. Especially for those who don't want to watch a good series on their cell phone.

Another interesting aspect is that the device is compatible with the Dolby Atmos, which transmits sound with three-dimensional effects and helps with immersion. This technology is widely used in cinema, for example, to make sound nuances more noticeable to spectators.

Set heretupple of cameras

O Galaxy A9 has a front and four rear cameras, which may seem like an exaggeration, but each one has a unique functionality, adapting to different types of possible scenarios. For darker environments, for example, it is worth mentioning the functionality merging pixel, which is basically capable of capturing sharper images at any time of day.

Combining this solution and the power of 24 SM from the main sensor, the device automatically detects the ambient light level to provide clearer images, even in low light.

Two apps at the same time

O By Apps is a feature that allows you to use up to two applications simultaneously. Thus, the user does not need to stop watching a video to respond to messages or pause the video call to search the device. In this case the only snag is compatibility. It is necessary to check whether the selected application has the multi-window function.

Youtube e Facebook are examples of applications that have the function.

Organizing your personal and professional life

If the user doesn't like to mix personal and professional life, the Galaxy A9 has another advantage that will help you in this organization. As DualMessenger it is possible to duplicate messaging and social networking apps, as well as making different contact lists.

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To exemplify: if the consumer has two chips in the device, with different numbers, he can create a second profile in the WhatsApp and share only with the contacts you think is necessary. Skype or Whatsapp, Telegram e Facebook are other examples of apps that can be duplicated.

Galaxy A9 helps take care of health

Maintaining discipline in the routine with diet and exercise is not an easy task, but Samsung Health can help. The app tracks your physical activities, food, stress, heart rate and sleep.

The user can also set weight loss goals and earn rewards. To make the challenge even more motivating, compete with people around the world in interactive tests, making your exercise more fun. If you need tips for your diet, be sure to check out the videos with tutorials, read the latest news about lifestyle and purchase special equipment.

Pay the bills with Samsung Pay

If you are looking for practicality when paying your bills, Samsung Pay is an app to pay attention to. With it, it is possible to make payments only by approaching the Galaxy A9 in the card machine. Purchases are authorized with proof of fingerprint or iris, ensuring the security of your data.

The security system is provided by the Samsung Knox, a 24/XNUMX virtual protection solution against hackers e software doubtful. the service is available for various banks such as Bradesco, Banco do Brasil, Caixa, Neon, among others. At flags Visa, Mastercard and BV are also compatible with the tool.

Safety first

Speaking of keeping your information safe. THE Galaxy A9 provides the function Safe paste, which consists of an additional layer of security separate from the device. This layer is protected with a password, pin, or biometric lock. In addition to keeping the data encrypted so that it cannot be accessed by third parties.

professional photos

For those who cherish a photo of professional quality, the new Galaxy A9 Features multi-function camera adjustment. With a sensor 24 MP and f/1.7 aperture, the main camera takes great resolution photos indoors and outdoors; the second has 5 MP dedicated to depth effects (the blur effect); the third has 10 MP with telephoto lens and 2x optical zoom; and the last one has 8 MP with a field of 120 degrees, ideal for panoramic images.

If you are not very familiar with all the features of the cameras, use and abuse the 19 enhancement modes by artificial intelligence that make automatic adjustments to the images.

plenty of space

It's time to talk about one of the biggest torments today: the lack of space. Which was duly remedied by the 128GB device storage. With so much space, you can update your favorite apps, store your photos and files without worrying about the dreaded phrase “you've exceeded your storage space limit”.

If that still isn't enough, you can expand the memory with a micro card. SD from to 512GB.

O Galaxy A9 It is an excellent option in the Brazilian market for those who cannot invest in a top-of-the-line cell phone, but do not want the most important thing to be lacking. We have the model for testing and the full review of the device will be out soon.