Stay Apart but Stay Together with Galaxy

How to stay productive, active and even entertained while working from home 

All around the world, many people are adjusting to remote work and learning. In this new reality, mobile technology has become a crucial tool to keep us connected and informed.

Samsung is committed to helping Galaxy fans stay active, productive and connected. That’s why we are sharing ways you can get the most out of your devices. Whether these are features you already know or have never used before, we hope this guide can give you some fresh ideas to make your transition into new routines easier.

Maintaining Fast and Stable Connectivity

One of the biggest frustrations we encounter when working or studying remotely is connectivity. The quality of our home Wi-Fi speeds often does not match up to what we’re used to in the office, making crucial remote meeting functionalities such as video calls a challenge to productivity.

The Galaxy series supports Wi-Fi 6, which is 20 per cent faster^[1] than previous-generation Wi-Fi networks, even in congested areas. Galaxy smartphones also come with Intelligent Wi-Fi which users can easily activate within the Settings app, ensuring that they always have the strongest internet connectivity possible by automatically switching between Wi-Fi and mobile data depending on available network strengths.

In places where Wi-Fi is not available, Galaxy 5G^[2] offers lightning-fast mobile data speeds and low latency to help you make seamless video calls when working remotely. Samsung is also working tirelessly with its telecom partners to bring improved 5G mobile and home broadband options to more users. You can learn more about Galaxy 5G here.

Enrich Your Daily Routines

Not only can technology help us stay connected with our teams and colleagues, mobile devices also provide many tools that make working from home easier and simpler. From exercises to entertainment, there are many ways you can use your mobile device to make your daily routine better.

Keep Your Mind and Body Active with Samsung Health
It is important to stay active mentally and physically, even when working remotely. The Samsung Health App^[3] offers a range of tips and trackers to help you stay strong from the comfort of your own home. In the app’s ‘Discover’ category, you can explore a variety of fitness programs ranging from body weight training to stretching exercises. If you’re looking for some peace of mind after a busy day, you can stay on top of your sleep schedule with Samsung Health’s activity tracking feature, and even enjoy one of the mindfulness programs enabled by Samsung’s partnership with leading wellness company Calm.

Connect Better with Google
For those can’t-miss meetings or remote catch-ups with colleagues, Samsung has partnered with Google to bring video calling with full high definition (FHD) clarity to Google Duo^[4]. Not only does Google Duo offer high quality, high speed video calling, it also allows up to twelve people to join a single video conference. Furthermore, with the wide-angle mode available on the latest Galaxy devices, the stable connectivity of Galaxy’s Wi-Fi 6, and the low latency of Galaxy 5G, you’ll not miss a moment when working from home.

Work Seamlessly Across Devices with Microsoft
Having immediate access to Microsoft Office and its suite of apps can help you stay on top of things when working or learning remotely. Samsung and Microsoft have partnered to give you access to the tools you need to manage work and life such as scanning and signing PDFs and converting pictures to an Excel table. With the ‘Link to Windows’ feature, you can sync your recent photos, messages, and notifications from your phone to your compatible PC. And screen mirroring lets you focus on your PC while keeping track of your phone tasks at the same time.^[5]

Stay Entertained with Netflix
Watching your favorite TV shows or movies during downtime is one of the best ways to stay entertained. Users can discover Netflix’ extensive content through an improved integration with Galaxy devices, enabling ease of content discovery and accessibility via Samsung Daily, Bixby and Finder.

Simple, Contactless Payment with Samsung Pay
Samsung Pay allows users to harness their smartphones as a digital wallet when shopping online and in person thanks to its contactless payment capabilities. We’ve all had that moment while studying or working from home when we find we are running out of stationery, but with Samsung Pay, you can order the supplies you need delivered right to your doorstep with a simple tap online, or pay for essentials in-store with just your smartphone.

Enjoy Your Favourite Tunes with Spotify
Music can help you stay focused when working or studying remotely. Thanks to the partnership between Samsung and Spotify, you can easily access your favourite playlists across all your Galaxy mobile devices. Full Bixby integration with Spotify also makes it easier for you to pick up where you left off on your favourite audio.

Watch YouTube Uninterrupted
When you need a break, discover a suite of entertainment services right on your Galaxy device. Samsung has partnered with YouTube to allow Galaxy S20 users to enjoy YouTube videos and music ad-free and uninterrupted. Get up to four months of YouTube Premium on us^[6] and play content with your screen off or while using another app.

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^{[1] Faster than previous Wi-Fi protocols. Only available where Wi-Fi 6 is supported. Availability of Wi-Fi 6 support may vary depending on country or region.}

^{[2]  5G currently supported by Galaxy S20 5G series devices. Check with your carrier for availability and details. Requires optimal 5G connection. 5G services are only supported in 5G network enabled locations in 5G-ready countries. Actual speed may vary depending on country, carrier, and user environment.}

^{[3]  The latest Samsung Health App can be downloaded via the Samsung Galaxy Store or Google Play Store.}

^{[4]   FHD-quality and wide-angle mode Google Duo integration is currently available on Galaxy S20 and Galaxy Z Flip devices. Availability may differ by model, or carrier.}

^{[5] Availability may vary depending on carrier. Compatibility and availability of functions and features may vary depending on app. To connect your phone to your PC, activate “Link to Windows”, and use the “Your Phone” application on your PC. “Your Phone” application is preloaded on PC with Windows 10, October 2018 Update or later, and is downloadable for Windows 10, April 2018 Update or later versions.}

^{[6] This YouTube Premium 4 month trial promotion is open to participants in Canada who purchase and activate a Samsung Galaxy S20 (S20, S20 5G, S20+, S20+ 5G, S20 Ultra 5G), Galaxy Z Flip between February 14, 2020 and March 5, 2021 at 11:59pm PST. Offer only available to customers who are not current YouTube Premium, YouTube Music Premium or Google Play Music subscribers, have not been YouTube Premium, YouTube Music Premium, or Google Play Music subscribers nor participated in a YouTube Premium, YouTube Music Premium or Google Play Music trial before. Offer must be redeemed by April 5, 2021 at 11:59pm PST. Valid form of payment required at sign-up, but you will not be charged until the promotion is complete. At the end of the promotion, you will be automatically charged the individual subscription price, currently $11.99/month on a monthly recurring basis. You can cancel your trial at no charge at any time before the trial is over. No refunds for partial billing period are available. Offer requires a Google account. Promoter: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., 129 Samsung-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea.}