Hello! I’m Stephen from Nigeria’s leading phone engineering company, and today I’m excited to share some amazing hidden features of Android that you might not know about. Let’s dive right in!
1. Google Maps Zooming
When using Google Maps, instead of double-tapping to zoom in, you can simply double-tap once and then slide your finger up to zoom in smoothly.
2. Personalized Stickers with Gboard
Did you know that Google Keyboard, also known as Gboard, allows you to take a photo of yourself and turn it into personalized stickers? You can use these stickers on almost any social media platform!
3. Google Lens
Google Lens is a powerful tool that many people overlook. It can scan everything from famous landmarks to fruits and vegetables. Recently, it has become even smarter, allowing you to translate text in real-time using augmented reality. You can also take a photo of text, and it becomes editable, letting you copy, share, or learn more about it.
4. Google Assistant
Google Assistant can be a game-changer in your daily life. If you don’t use it much, you might not realize it can perform many tasks that other apps do. For instance, instead of using Shazam to identify a song, just ask your assistant, and it will tell you the name of the song.
5. Remote Control with Google Assistant
You can use Google Assistant to control your phone remotely. It can toggle your WiFi, Bluetooth, and even open third-party applications.
6. Augmented Reality Animals
If you search for certain animals online, Google allows you to visualize them in your space. It’s a fun feature to show off at gatherings!
7. Quick Tab Switching in Chrome
If you have many tabs open in Chrome, you can quickly switch between them by swiping. This is especially handy if you’re like me and have about 50 tabs open!
8. Split Screen in Chrome
For those who love multitasking, Chrome can be used in split-screen mode. You can select text from one app and drag it to another, making it easy to share information.
9. Dark Mode
Dark mode is not just a trend; it can save battery life on some devices. You can enable dark mode in display settings, and for apps like Chrome, you can activate it through the experimental flags section.
10. Sync Dark Theme with Time
If you have a Samsung phone running One UI, you can set your phone’s dark theme to sync with the time of day. It will be light during the day and dark at night.
11. Hex Installer for Samsung Users
For Samsung users, Hex Installer is a fantastic tool that allows you to customize your phone’s appearance without rooting it.
12. Wallpaper Modder
Wallpaper Modder lets you easily change your wallpaper without spending ages searching for a new one. You can keep your favorite style while adding variety.
13. Screenshot Assistant
If you take a lot of screenshots, Screenshot Assistant can help you remap the screenshot function to your home button. This way, you can quickly share your screenshots.
14. Google Assistant Easter Eggs
Google Assistant has hidden features, like quizzes and games. You can ask it to tell you something funny or even remember things for you, like where you left your wallet.
15. Notify Buddy
Notify Buddy is an app that restores your notification LED, which many modern phones lack. It uses your screen’s pixels to recreate this functionality.
16. Accurate Heart Rate Monitor
This feature allows you to check your heart rate by placing your finger over the camera for a few seconds. It’s not a substitute for professional medical equipment, but it’s great for tracking your fitness.
17. Face Pause
With the Face Pause app, you can pause games and videos just by looking away. It’s a fun feature that some might find useful.
18. Gboard Features
Gboard has many useful features, including a mini keyboard for one-handed use and the ability to move the keyboard around your screen.
19. Randomizer Plus
This app allows you to randomly select anything, from letters to cards, and even play rock-paper-scissors. It’s a fun tool, though it does have some ads.
20. Silencing Calls
If you receive a call and want to silence it, simply turn your phone over. It’s a quick and easy way to handle unwanted interruptions.
21. Quick App Switching
You can double-tap the multitasking key to quickly access the last used app, making it easier to switch between tasks.
22. Theming Your Home Screen
To make your home screen visually appealing, find an icon pack you like and pair it with a complementary wallpaper. This creates a cohesive look.
23. Live Wallpaper
For a stunning live wallpaper, check out Better Fish by Maxilus. It’s beautifully animated and primarily black, which helps save battery life.
24. VMOS
VMOS is a fascinating tool that allows you to run Android within Android. This means you can separate your personal and work life on the same device, making it easier to manage different accounts.
I hope you find these hidden features helpful! If you have any questions or want to learn more about Android customization, feel free to reach out. Happy exploring!
