Galaxy S24 Ultra - First Things to Do! (Tips & Tricks)

We're taking a look at the first 20 things you should do when you first pick up your brand new S24. These tips and tricks and settings will ensure you get the most out of OneUI 6.1 and the phone's features, battery life and performance!

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00:00 Intro
00:11 Case
00:38 Home Screen Layout
02:00 Passwords
03:01 Data Backup
03:58 Speed Up Your S24
04:54 Changing the Side Button
05:19 Display Settings
08:50 Advanced Settings & AI Safety
10:28 Swipe Down Menu
11:37 Sound Settings
11:58 On Device Free Antivirus
12:33 Performance Profile
13:12 Notification Settings
13:57 Lock Screen and AOD
15:32 Modes and Routines
16:54 Camera & Video Settings
19:21 Advanced App Settings

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[PeteMatheson]

What's the first setting you change on your phone?

[zankiohex]

People have run tests on FHD+ vs QHD+ in terms of battery drain and the surprising result is that there's practically no difference - so really, go enjoy the QHD+, you paid for it after all.

[jackt]

Here is a surprise about display settings to save battery life. "Lover Of Tech" did battery drain tests on and S24, Pixel 8, and iPhone 15 Pro MAX with different display settings and temperature measurements. He was shocked that the battery life on one of the tests was BETTER by 6 seconds with QHD than FHD. It was disbelief for him, but it didn't make a significant difference on any of them. His theory was data demands on the battery dwarfs anything else into insignificance. The only reason I can think of for going FHD is if you work on your phone from your PC, which I do. Thus, he concurs with you in that it might save a little battery, but it won't likely be anything you can measure, even in a timed drain test. If I can't see any difference I'll probably stick with FHD. If I can, I'll probably set it to QHD and switch when I want to remote into my phone.

[johnfricano]

TREMENDOUS video Pete! I'm getting back into Samsung Galaxy with the S24 Ultra. I have been a Pixel owner since the 5Pro and through the 7Pro. The differences are quite extensive and this video is a GODSEND! Thank you for hard work with these!

[thesamuelnam]

YES!! YES YES! All I wanted in life was this swipe up to search. Thanks Pete. I've been raging for 2 weeks on my s24 Ultra because I couldn't do spotlight (like iPhone and Pixel).

[Amy-Nicole]

This is super helpful, thank you! I'd love to see a video on modes and routines

[symbionesesla]

Wow! What a great video! you went over everything very well. Much appreciated as I have my new phone all dialed in!

[hoonetic]

0:55 When I did "Home Screen Only" my S24U doesn't automatically pick the search bar and bring out the keyboard. Anyone know how to enable the keyboard to show up?

[ishmone]

Under device care, I couldn't find app protection. My Samsung ultra s24 didn't have that feature for some reason

[alanbunger]

I got the s24 ultra app protection didnt show up in the device care tab. Do you knkw how to fix this by chance,

[techfanatic]

Have you noticed that changing the screen colour profile from natural to vivid makes no difference on the s24 ultra?

[pleasantcrew]

Thank you, Pete! This is one of the most useful "First Thing To Do" S24 videos

[nathankiser]

You can set it to open the search when you swipe down inside the app drawer. Quick, up then down gesture to have the keyboard open on search

[mikeymike]

I don't understand people who don't use bixby, I love it. I use it all the time. To open apps, set alarm, find products, etc. Of course, routines is great.

[ROME]

How do you use the circle to search when disabling the Button to Swipe gestures?

[carollemarchand]

WOW! I've learn so much by watching your video. Thank you!

[JoanieluvsChachi]

Works pretty smooth and fast for me typing this on my s24 ultra!😍

[baladi]

Otterbox makes a great case called Defender Pro which is awesome

[NYinSD]

Love your video super great helpful tips. I do have an issue for you or anyone else. The volume on all my phone calls is super low. Weather I use my Bluetooth or phone with my ear or the speakerphone the volume level is all of them which is super low. How can I fix this?? I have the S24 Ultra

[mickaelmohssine]

thanks foe the keyboars setup. I was wondering how turn on suggest text correction 😅😂🎉