“Samsung is committed that our devices continue to deliver the up-to-date mobile experiences throughout their lifecycle,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics. “Following the announcement of 3-generation Android OS upgrades for select Galaxy devices, we ensure to equip our consumers with powerful new features as soon as they are available. Our One UI 3.1 update marks an important next step in that mission.”

Shoot Dynamic Photos and Videos with Smart New Camera Features

The Galaxy S21 Series 5G with One UI 3.1 introduced incredible new camera innovations, making it now easy to capture stunning photos and shoot professional-looking videos. Now, Galaxy[1] owners can experience these features with the One UI 3.1 update.

Never miss a moment with the improved Single Take[2] feature, which captures a variety of still and video formats simultaneously with just a tap.

Once you’ve captured your shot, One UI 3.1 introduces the new Object eraser tool to help you to get that perfect image. Use this intelligent photo editing tool to cut out unwanted parts of your photos effortlessly, without time-consuming manual editing. If you want to edit out distracting objects, simply tap the area you wish to remove and it will be automatically selected and deleted.

One UI 3.1 features an improved touch autofocus and autoexposure controller[3], making adjusting the focus and brightness of your photos easy, allowing you to capture your best shot every time. With just a swipe left or right anywhere on the screen, you can now edit the brightness of your image before you’ve taken the shot.

One UI 3.1 also introduces the new Multi Mic Recording[4] feature, which, when in Pro Video mode, allows you to simultaneously record audio through both your phone and a connected Bluetooth device such as Galaxy Buds Pro, Buds Live and Buds+[5]. So, whether you’re a vlogger narrating a shot where you want to be heard from afar, or you’re a budding musician wanting to record the sound of your voice and instrument separately for more professional-sounding audio, you can get creative with Multi Mic Recording and make videos look and sound incredible.

All your best shots and favourite moments are stored in the updated Gallery[6] which now groups and arranges your videos and photos into a clean, easy-to-navigate feed.

Smart New Features that Enhance your Everyday Life

Head into your Settings to find One UI 3.1’s new Eye Comfort Shield[7] mode which automatically adjusts the blue light based on the time of day. Using Eye Comfort Shield’s warmer tones can help you fall asleep easier at night and you can set your device to automatically adjust your screen’s colours throughout the day or personalize the schedule yourself.

Your privacy is important and now One UI 3.1 makes it easier to control what you share. Remove metadata that reveals the location of your photos before you share them or use Private Share[8] to control who is allowed to access the content you send and how long it is available for.

With new One UI 3.1 on your devices, the experience of the Galaxy ecosystem is smooth and seamless. As well as a consistent interface that makes switching between your phone and tablet hassle-free, the Galaxy Buds Pro, Buds Live and Buds+[9] Auto Switch feature means that your audio follows you when you switch between Galaxy devices. If you’re watching videos on your phone or listening to your favourite song or podcast, you can enjoy more realistic and immersive sound with 360 Audio by connecting your compatible phone and Galaxy Buds Pro– allowing you to stay at the centre of your listening experience.

One UI 3.1 Canadian Roll Out

Samsung Canada has confirmed One UI 3.1 updates are currently scheduled to take place March through August, 2021. *Please note dates are subject to change.

For more information about One UI, please visit www.samsung.com/one-ui.

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[1]One UI 3.1 is available on Galaxy Tab S7 and Tab S7+, Galaxy S20 Series 5G, Galaxy Note20 Series 5G, Galaxy Z Fold2 5G, Galaxy Z Flip and Galaxy Z Flip 5G. Availability may vary by carrier.

[2]Single Take captures images and video up to 15 seconds.

[3]The feature has been available starting with One UI 3.0.

[4]The feature is currently available on devices with One UI 3.1 or above and can be turned on and off in the Bluetooth® setting. Requires the same Samsung Account to be registered on the devices. The availability of the feature may vary by application.

[5]Sold separately.

[6]The feature has been available starting with One UI 3.0.

[7]Eye Comfort Shield is ‘off’ by default and must be turned on in Settings. SGS, the world’s leading certification company, awarded the Galaxy S21 Series 5G display the Eye Care Certification based on its ability to drastically reduce the harmful effects of blue light. This certification can be found on www.sgs.com.

[8]Private Share works between Galaxy smartphones with Android P or later. App download required to send/receive Private Share link.

[9]For Galaxy Buds Live and Buds+, a software update is required. Devices sold separately.

When studying at home, sometimes the motivation to finish the project or reading assignment can remain elusive. This is why having the right tools and resources by your side is crucial to fostering productive studying experiences, no matter what learning stage you are at.

Stay Organized, Stay Productive

A universal trick for making the most out of your study time is to stay organized, and your Galaxy Tab^[1] can help you achieve that.

What makes the Samsung range of tablets your perfect study companion is that they come with a variety of apps that can help you achieve your study goals. With Samsung Notes on your Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, you can take instant digital notes when listening to an online lecture or studying from a textbook, either using the keyboard or the intuitive handwriting capability of the S Pen. You can even instantly convert the text you have handwritten with your S Pen into typed text. For those sudden bursts of inspiration, just a single click of the S Pen’s body will open up a menu on-screen to let you create a new Note.

For those who prefer more creative methods of learning, you can make use of the wealth of study videos available on the YouTube app – Galaxy Tab S6 Lite users can even enjoy ad-free YouTube videos with four months of free YouTube Premium^[2]. To help you stay on top of assignments, Galaxy tablets also support a full host of apps to keep you connected to your school emails and other notifications, and all your Samsung Notes can be exported as PDFs, JPEG images, text files or Microsoft Word documents for the utmost convenience. Furthermore, for those who need that perfect playlist to stay productive, Samsung has partnered so that you can create your own personalized playlist with all your favourite songs for studying.

Study Together, Even When Apart

While learning from home does mean learning in comfort, it can make reaching out and asking a classmate a question a little bit trickier. But with your Samsung Galaxy device, you can set up a remote group study session with Google Duo to help keep everyone involved.

Galaxy A51, Galaxy A71and Galaxy S20 Series 5G users can enjoy an optimized Google Duo experience when studying remotely with others. As well as having Google Duo integrated straight into their device’s dialing menus, Galaxy A51, Galaxy A71 and Galaxy S20 Series 5G users can enjoy FHD quality on their video calls with up to eleven other users at once – bringing the study room experience straight to your smartphone.

With voice-only or video call functionality, the options are wide open when you are looking to create a group to study with – or just to hang out with. Thanks to the wide-angle mode on the Galaxy S20 Series 5G ,Galaxy A51 and Galaxy A71, you’ll always be able to get everyone in the frame.

Learning for All Ages

There is no age limit to learning. Young or old, everyone needs to be constantly stimulated when at home. For those younger members of your household, on your Galaxy device  you can download a specially designed interface to keep them entertained and curious on your terms: Samsung Kids+.^[3]

By sliding down the Quick Panel on your device, you can easily redirect to Samsung Kids+. The password that you set up when first using the app also prevents over-curious little users from exiting back to the main tablet menu without your authorization. Samsung Kids+ provides access to a range of learning apps, all packaged in a child-friendly User Interface so that they can easily explore, learn and get creative.

With apps such as My Art Studio, Lisa’s Music Band and Crocro’s Friend Village, children are guided by fun characters that also impart important lessons such as the importance of brushing your teeth. With apps like My Browser and My Phone that offer features a mobile device normally would,  you have full control over what content your child can access, and a pin-protected Parental control mode accessible at the top right corner of the app lets parents monitor activity, screen time and even set activity locks or time limits.

Samsung Kids+ provides children with all the benefits of a connected, multifaceted mobile device with all the safety you want for your children. Samsung Kids+ is available across Samsung Galaxy smartphones and tablet devices, meaning any Galaxy user can harness its easy functionality for learning as well as playing – all from the comfort of your own home.

With its helpful range of connectivity, communication and productivity features, your Galaxy device can help make your home learning sessions as valuable – and as enjoyable – as possible.

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^[1] The availability of the Galaxy tablet and S Pen functionalities will vary by device model.

^[2]As well as having the option to create a unique password for their Samsung Kids+ app, users can also set their device’s existing locking method (pattern lock, number password, fingerprint recognition) as their Samsung Kids+ access password.

^[3] Your Samsung Kids+ free trial membership offer (the “Offer”) will begin when you click “Start Your Free Trial” during the registration process. Following the thirty (30) days’ free trial period (“Trial Period”) your subscription will automatically renew at a recurring fee, either on a monthly or annual basis depending on the membership type that you select when registering. Simply cancel any time during the Trial Period, and you will not be charged. To cancel, click on “Manage Subscription” in the Parents Section and follow the cancellation instructions. You will be required to have and include your credit card information as part of the registration process but your credit card will not be charged during the Trial Period. If you do not cancel during the Trial Period, your credit card that you have provided during the registration process will begin to incur recurring subscription charges for your membership after the Trial Period ends. While you can cancel your subscription at any time, the membership type that you have selected during the registration stage will prescribe the amounts that your credit card will be charged. Any applicable taxes will be charged in addition to the subscription fee. No refunds or credits provided for partial periods. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. Available while supplies last. Offer only valid in Canada. You must be the age of majority in your province or territory in Canada in order to register for the Samsung Kids+ App. Samsung Kids+ is only available on certain devices. Visit https://www.samsung.com/ca/apps/samsung-kids-plus/ for more details, pricing and list of support devices. The information that you provide as part of the registration process will be kept confidential in accordance with Samsung Canada’s Privacy Policy available at https://www.samsung.com/ca/info/privacy/

Today, Samsung Electronics Canada launched the new Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51 smartphones, adding enhanced essential innovations and features to the popular Galaxy A family. Built to create accessible and exciting mobile experiences for Canadians, the Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51 are packed with the latest industry-leading features, including long-lasting battery life^[1], a quad camera and a stunning Infinity-O display.

“We are excited to expand our Galaxy A portfolio with the Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51,” says Jennifer Safruk, Vice President, Mobile Business, Samsung Electronics Canada. “The Galaxy A Series continues to deliver on performance at a great value that Canadians love.”

Entertainment without limits

Bring cinematic clarity right to your fingertips with the Samsung Galaxy A71 6.7-inch^[2] or Samsung Galaxy A51 6.5-inch^[3] Super AMOLED Infinity-O display. With the vivid colour and high resolution of the Super AMOLED Infinity-O Display, you get an awesome view to see the most of what you love. From gaming and posting, to streaming and multi-tasking, you can enjoy more with minimal bezels that maximize every inch of screen space.

The Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51 connect you to the action in an instant with easy streaming and downloading capabilities. Maximize your performance when playing your favourite mobile game on the go. Cut distractions and up your game with a dedicated gaming interface and easy-to-reach menu. Frame Booster gives graphics smooth, life-like motion. Play at your best as Game Booster learns your usage patterns to optimize battery, temperature and memory.

Capture and share the moment, in the moment

With four cameras, the Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51 lets you shoot with more perspective capturing those moments that matter most. Featuring a main camera, Ultra Wide, Macro and Depth cameras, combined with intelligent features, the Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51 allows you to capture all experiences in clear detail and stunning scale.

The main camera photographs stunning images with a 64-megapixel camera on the Galaxy A71, and a 48-megapixel camera on the Galaxy A51. Taking crisp and vivid shots, this camera will let you capture the best photo possible – day or night. The Ultra Wide 12-megapixel camera, available on both devices, has a 123-degree angle lens, means your phone sees what you see and captures it how you see it^[4]. If the shot requires it, the intelligent switch function will recommend Wide Shot and automatically switch it on for you.

The 5-megapixel Macro Cam brings objects into focus with precision and clarity to capture tiny detail, while the Depth Cam lets your subjects stand out using Live Focus effects. For stunning daytime looks, use the Galaxy A71 32MP or the Galaxy A51 32MP front camera to get clear, high-resolution photos. The discreet camera gives the user a simple on-screen experience and, with Selfie Focus gently blurring the background, your face becomes the star.

High Quality Recording

Shoot and share high-quality live videos with the Samsung Galaxy A71and Samsung Galaxy A51’s Super Steady Video, which automatically stabilizes footage for you, creating a smooth and professional video^[5]. With 128GB of internal storage and 6GB RAM, along with Micro SD^[6] support up to 512GB, the Galaxy A71 will enable you to capture and save videos and photos without worrying about running out of storage space.  The Galaxy A51 has fast processing and spacious storage. An advanced Octa-core processor and 4GB of RAM deliver smooth and efficient performance. Download more and delete less with 64GB internal storage.

Stay Connected longer and more secure

The Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51 come with large 4,500 mAh and 4,000 mAh batteries, respectively, so you can use your phone throughout the day^[7]. Both devices come with fast charging capabilities letting you spend more time playing, scrolling and sharing and less time charging.

Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51 also provide access to the Samsung ecosystem of intelligent apps and services including Bixby^[8] (Vision, Lens Mode, and Routines), Samsung Pay, and Samsung Health. Both devices are also protected with the defence-grade security platform, Samsung Knox.

Galaxy A71 and A51 Availability

The Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51 each feature a sleek body for a comfortable grip and a premium glossy finish.  Both devices are available in Prism Crush Black at samsung.com/ca and online through major Canadian carriers and retail partners. The Galaxy A71 is available to purchase for $599.99 and the Galaxy A51 is available for $479.99.

Galaxy A71 and Galaxy A51 Specifications^[9]

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^[1] Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, number of times charged, and many other factors

^[2] Measured diagonally, the screen size is 6.7″ in the full rectangle and 6.6″ when accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera cut-out

^[3]  Measured diagonally, the screen size is 6.5″ in the full rectangle and 6.3″ with accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and the camera cut-out

^[4] Results may vary depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects

^[5] *Results may vary depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus, or moving subjects. Super Steady does not support the zoom function. Performance of image stabilization may vary depending on the light condition. Only available when shooting with the Ultra Wide Camera in Full HD.

^[6] MicroSD card sold separately. Actual storage available may vary depending on pre-installed software.

^[7] Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, number of times charged, and many other factors

^[8] Bixby Routines Driving routine only available in cars with Bluetooth capabilities. Requires access to Samsung Account and acceptance to customized service prior to using the usage pattern analysis based service. Service availability may vary depending on country or device; user interface may change and differ by device; availability of Bixby Vision features and content providers may vary depending on country; all information, content, images, or try-on results herein are provided by third parties and such content may not be accurate nor reflect the most updated information. Bixby recognizes select languages and certain accents/dialects; availability of Bixby service, features and content providers may vary depending on country or language; data/Wi-Fi required to fully operate Bixby features.

^[9]All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice

^[10] Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners

^[11] Availability may vary by market.

^[12] Typical value tested under third-party lab condition. Rated (minimum) capacity is less.

^[13] Availability may vary by market.