Changes after updating the software to Android 13

In addition to the update of the software to Android 13, some changes are also made to the existing functions. The following are some of the major changes after updating your device to Android 13.

This Help Guide does not describe all Android 13 features and functions. Some features, functions, settings, and elements of the screen design may differ from the content of this Help Guide after updating your device to Android 13.

New lock screen

The following icons are displayed on the lock screen. You can quickly access each feature from the lock screen by touching and holding the icons.

  • (Wallet button) will be displayed if you install an NFC payment app and configure the appropriate settings.

    You can display or hide (Wallet button) on the lock screen. Find and tap [Settings] > [Display] > [Lock screen], and then tap the [Show wallet] switch.

  • (Device controls button) will be displayed on the lock screen if you install a device control app and configure the appropriate settings.

    You can display or hide (Device controls button) on the lock screen. Find and tap [Settings] > [Display] > [Lock screen], and then tap the [Show device controls] switch.

The lock screen updated to Android 13

Hint

  • You can control a connected external device without unlocking your device. Find and tap [Settings] > [Display] > [Lock screen], and then tap the [Control from locked device] switch to enable the function.

New Quick settings panel

Swipe down twice from the top of the screen to open the Quick settings panel.

Image showing the Scan QR code tile in the center area, A, along with the newly added icon and updated positions of icons in the bottom area, B and C

Opening the QR Code scanner from the Quick settings panel

  1. In the Quick settings panel, swipe left or right to find (Scan QR code) (A), and then tap it.

Checking active apps (B)

Tap to display active apps that might affect battery life even if you are not using them. You can select a running app and stop it. Not all apps can be stopped.

Change in the positions of icons (C)

Tap (Settings icon) to open the Settings menu.

Tap (Power menu button) to open the Power menu.

Wallpaper & style

You can change the system accent color to match the selected wallpaper.

  1. Touch and hold an empty area on the Home screen, and then tap [Wallpaper & style].

    You can select the desired colors or settings on the [Wallpaper & style] settings screen.

Changes in Photo Pro

Change in the display method for QR Code scanning results

The display method for QR Code scanning results has changed from a notification to a banner.

Point the camera at the QR Code, and then tap the banner that appears in the viewfinder.

Note

  • QR Code notifications are no longer displayed in the notification panel.

New features of Cinema Pro

Registering and recalling recording settings

You can register and recall recording settings.

  1. To register often-used combinations of modes and settings, tap (Menu icon) > [Save current settings], select a slot, adjust the settings, and then tap [Save].

  2. To apply the saved settings, tap [Memory recall settings], select the desired slot, and then tap [Apply].

New features of Side Sense

The Side sense menu and Multi-window menu have been improved.

You can switch between the Side sense menu and Multi-window menu by tapping each tab.

To take a screenshot by using the Side sense menu, tap [Take screenshot] in the bottom area.

Image showing where the tabs and the [Take screenshot] icon are located on the Side sense menu.

Other updated features

Selecting which SIM handles data traffic if you use two SIMs

The setting procedure has changed.

  1. Find and tap [Settings] > [Network & internet] > [SIMs].

  2. Select the SIM you want to use for data traffic.

  3. Tap the [Mobile data] switch to enable the function.

  4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure if prompted.


Enhancing the sound output using Dolby Sound

Dolby Atmos has been improved to Dolby Sound.

  1. Find and tap [Settings] > [Sound & vibration] > [Audio settings].

  2. Tap the [Dolby Sound] switch to enable the function, and then tap [Dolby Sound] for more options.


Personalizing sound quality using 360 Reality Audio

With 360 Reality Audio, music surrounds and immerses you as different sounds materialize from points all around your head. Headphones certified for 360 Reality Audio allow you to optimize your experience by analyzing your individual ear shape and enjoy the ultimate immersive music experience.

  1. Find and tap [Settings] > [Sound & vibration] > [Audio settings] > [360 Reality Audio], and then follow the on-screen instructions.


Enhancing the sound output using 360 Upmix

360 Spatial Sound has been improved to 360 Upmix.

Using 360 Upmix makes playback of all stereo sound sources, including streaming services, sound like spatial audio. It is recommended that you use headphones to enjoy the effects produced by the function.

  1. Find and tap [Settings] > [Sound & vibration] > [Audio settings].

  2. Tap the [360 Upmix] switch to enable the function, and then tap [360 Upmix] to select a mode.

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