Now available in Canada, Samsung is excited to share details around the latest One UI offering, with new features that offer Galaxy users the freedom to choose their own mobile experience. Read on for a closer look at what to expect from One UI 5.

Match Your Phone to Your Lifestyle

What you need from your device can change throughout the day. The features you utilize for your morning routine to get you up and active might not be the same as what keeps you focused during the working day. With One UI 5’s Routines, you can trigger a sequence of actions on your device based on your activities, and with Modes, you can create customized settings for different parts of your life from sleeping and relaxing to exercising and driving.

For example, while you’re exercising, your priority might be to mute notifications in order to stay in the zone and play music. Alternatively, when it’s time for bed, turning off sounds and turning on Dark mode can help you wind down.

One UI 5 also offers a fresh, new look and feel that makes the user experience more welcoming and seamless. From bolder, simpler app icons to a streamlined color scheme, Samsung has paid attention to intricate details for a more engaging mobile experience.

Samsung also refined the notifications in One UI 5 to be more intuitive, making them effortless to read at a glance, as well as offering more defined answer and decline buttons when receiving a call through the redesigned pop-up call display.

Beyond overall design aspects, personalization and the ability to express oneself are also a key part of the mobile experience. In order to take this to the next level, One UI 5 now supports easy and diverse customization directly within the lock screen. With just a few taps, you can trim a video to transform your most memorable moments into a moving tribute on your phone. You can also make your lock screen feel more personal by changing your wallpaper, clock style, and choosing which notifications pop-up– – all from one screen.

A Mobile Experience Built Around You

In addition to providing you with options to curate a customized look and feel for your device, One UI 5 also offers new features that help you get things done more efficiently. For example, widgets in One UI 5 come with the exciting ability to keep your Home screen neat and tidy with new Stacked widgets. This new feature lets you drag and drop widgets on top of each other and swipe left or right to quickly and easily scroll through each one on order to free up space on your Home screen and use it more efficiently.

In order to help further streamline mobile tasks and activities, One UI 5 also comes with new Smart suggestions for widgets. Based on your usage patterns and the context of your mobile activity, Smart suggestions automatically suggest apps and actions that make the mobile experience more deeply personalized.

In addition, you can easily extract text from images and paste it into a note. Whether it’s quickly capturing event details from a poster you want to send to a friend, or easily saving a phone number from a business card, One UI 5 makes it easier to be productive with smart text extraction.

Furthermore, with One UI 5, you can control all the devices connected to your smartphone in the new Connected devices menu, where you’ll be able to access all features that work with other devices such as Quick Share, Smart View and Samsung DeX. You also now get easy access to the Auto switch Buds menu, which lets you automatically switch your Buds from one device to another for more seamless inter-device operation.

Convenient Security and Peace of Mind

Samsung understands that there is no privacy without security. So, in One UI 5, privacy and security settings have been brought together in one clear, easy-to-navigate dashboard, making it easier for you to keep your device protected and your sensitive information private.

This new Security and privacy dashboard has been designed to make understanding your device’s status as simple as possible. With one glance, you can get a quick overview of your device’s security details, together with suggestions and warnings to enhance security.

To make sure your private information stays private, One UI 5 also features a new notification on the Share Panel^[1] that warns you if you’re about to unwittingly share a photo that contains potentially sensitive information such as an image of your credit or debit card, driver’s license, Social Security card or passport.

For more information on One U1 5 please visit www.samsung.com/ca/one-ui/features/ or, to learn more about the latest Samsung Galaxy offerings, please visit: www.samsung.com/ca/

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^[1] Enhanced photo share feature is available only when system language is set in English (US) or Korean. In the case of ID, availability may vary depending on language.

Samsung Electronics today announced the number of Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip smartphones sold for enterprise use has more than doubled year on year. From January to October 2022, the number of foldable smartphones Samsung contracted to enterprise customers increased by 105% compared to the same period in 2021.[1]

With foldable smartphone shipments expected to reach 16 million units worldwide [2] – an increase of 73% year on year – the form factor is rapidly becoming mainstream, and shipments are expected to grow to 26 million units in 2023. The ease of multitasking on a large screen, and the powerful app optimizations for foldable devices, are helping drive adoption among enterprise users.

Benefits of Foldables for Enterprise Users

As companies shift towards work-from-anywhere policies, they are looking to technology for new ways to maximize productivity. Foldables have particularly attracted the financial services industry, where 74%[3] of a sample group of financial advisors say staying connected via mobile apps is important or critical.

“Samsung Galaxy foldable smartphones were created to open up opportunities for new ways to work and explore creativity,” said KC Choi, EVP and Head of Global Mobile B2B Team, MX Business at Samsung Electronics. “This rapid growth in investment demonstrates our enterprise customers’ need for meaningful innovations to enhance workforce productivity.”

The Galaxy Z Fold4 – Samsung’s fourth-generation foldable smartphone – is a multi-tasking powerhouse ideal for business use. Despite its pocket-friendly dimensions, it offers a large, expansive sized screen, making it easier to get things done compared to traditional smartphone screens.

The Galaxy Z Fold4’s expansive screen offers a larger working area, well suited to make the most of features from desktop computers. The perfect tool for juggling multiple tasks and pairs of apps, the PC-like Taskbar enables users to manage, launch and switch between apps, all without interrupting work.

The huge screen space is also a natural fit for working with Multi Windows. The Galaxy Z Fold4 can open up to three apps at once, including two of the same app for side-by-side comparisons. For example, users can respond to Gmail while viewing two Chrome browser tabs, just like working at a desk with multiple screens.

The Galaxy Z Fold4 also adapts to workflow needs. Flex Mode not only provides a hands-free experience for major video conferencing tools, it can now support dedicated e-signature or note-taking capabilities on partner apps using S Pen.[4]

Powerful Partnerships That Enhance the Experience of Foldable Devices

These experiences have been popular across many sectors of businesses and industries. In the current market, competition is fierce, especially in the financial services sector. Professionals need the best tools to help them maintain consistency and routine, even while working remotely.

Their devices must support complex workflows, including alerts, research, charts and portfolios, and give them the power and productivity advantage they need to stay competitive. Working with industry-leading partners, Samsung has enhanced Galaxy Z Fold4’s utility in unique ways, leading to wider adoption of foldables for enterprise use.

According to a recent survey, the Bloomberg Professional app[5] is the most used financial services app by investment professionals, such as traders, analysts and portfolio managers.[6] It takes advantage of the Galaxy Z Fold’s unique form factor to enable financial professionals to access Bloomberg’s market data, analytics, news, and communications on the go in a more intuitive and immersive way, while preserving the user experience and functionality with which they are familiar. On Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4, the Bloomberg Professional app’s adaptive layout provides for easy continuity and multitasking on the go. Users can effortlessly switch from the cover screen, ideal for quick Instant Bloomberg (IB) conversations, to the large screen that makes it easier to read news stories, monitoring real-time market data, browse portfolios or perform chart analysis. This allows financial professionals to do familiar work in an enhanced way on their foldable device.

DocuSign,[7] which offers the world’s leading e-signature solution and is used by 24 of the top 25 Fortune 500 Financial companies[8] has also been optimized for Android 12L. The Galaxy Z Fold4’s takes the hassle out of signing agreements on large screens. Users can now quickly drag and drop email attachments in multi-view mode directly into DocuSign eSignature, seal deals quickly on the go with Samsung’s S Pen[9] and the dedicated Flex Mode signature.

And, for the financial professionals constantly in and out of the office, DocuSign created a PC-Like experience using Samsung DeX mode. Simply connect the device to a monitor and thanks to DocuSign’s high-resolution support and adaptive design approach, professionals receive the same grade experience for any screen size or orientation.

Samsung also collaborated with IBM[10] to address challenges financial professionals may face helping clients while working from anywhere. IBM iX, the experience design partner within IBM Consulting, worked with a leading financial institution to develop the mobile experience, helping wealth advisors quickly access and manage market and portfolio information. The integration of Samsung DeX and S Pen[11] enables users to interact with data, drag and drop files between apps, translate handwriting to text and even capture digital signatures in a full desktop-like environment on their foldable device. Samsung’s philosophy of openness also enabled the incorporation of other popular applications for video conferencing, client contacts, email and schedules within a multi-app interface.

Samsung is committed to working with industry-leading partners to create new mobile experiences, and collaborating more closely in coming months to take advantage of ground-breaking technologies like foldable smartphones.

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[1] According to internal data. Figures comparing period from January to October 2022, to January to October 2021.

[2] Source: Counterpoint Research https://www.counterpointresearch.com/foldable-smartphone-shipments-2022/

[3] Source: Coalition Greenwich, “The Modernization of Mobile Apps: Financial Markets Professionals Seek Continuity of Experience.” October 2022.

[4] S-pen sold separately from Galaxy Z Fold4

[5] Bloomberg Professional requires separate app installation and a Bloomberg Terminal subscription for use. Availability may vary by market and model.

[6] Source: Coalition Greenwich, “The Modernization of Mobile Apps: Financial Markets Professionals Seek Continuity of Experience.” October 2022.

[7] DocuSign requires separate app installation for use. Availability may vary by market and model.

[8] Source: DocuSign, “About DocuSign” https://www.docusign.com/company

[9] S-pen sold separately from Galaxy Z Fold4

[10] IBM’s apps and services may require separate app installation for use. Availability may vary by market and model.

[11] S-pen sold separately from Galaxy Z Fold4

Samsung Electronics Canada today released the new Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro – a versatile tablet that’s strong and portable enough to power productivity outside of the office. With military-grade toughness, advanced productivity features, and the Samsung Knox security platform, the Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro is designed to thrive under the pressure of today’s mobile business environment.

“The recent ‘work from anywhere’ world has created an overwhelming demand for ruggedized, portable and connected devices that ensure tasks can get done – wherever the job takes you,” said KC Choi, EVP and Head of Global Mobile B2B Team, MX Business at Samsung Electronics. “When designing the versatile Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro, we were mindful to create a tablet that is not only durable and easy-to-handle, but also has the performance and connectivity to power productivity and keep frontline employees engaged throughout their workday.”

Light, Tough, and Ready for Work

Beyond being tough enough to endure even the most demanding work environments, the Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro boasts a stunning physical design, with a slim and lightweight frame that measures 10.2mm thick^[1] and weighs 674g^[2]. The Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro is highly portable for use outside the office, on the sales floor or out in the field.

Equipped with Corning® Gorilla® Glass 5, the Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro outperforms other chemically strengthened glass with superb scratch and damage resistance. The device can endure drops of up to 1 meter when dropped with the protective cover that comes in the box^[3]. As an added layer of protection, the Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro, and its integrated S Pen, are IP68 rated^[4] for dust and water resistance. For the toughest environments, the device is MIL-STD-810H^[5] compliant, built to withstand extreme altitudes, temperatures, vibration and humidity.

In the Field, Frontline, or at a Desk, Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro Works Anywhere Employees Do

The Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro is designed to make the jobs of frontline and field workers easier, and includes several features tailored to their unique work environments. For instance, Key Mapping^[6] allows companies to program device keys based on specific needs, allowing them to quickly launch business-critical or commonly used apps with the press of a button. The touch sensitivity of the display is also adjustable for use with gloves, so workers can use the device while taking note of their health or safety^[7].

While in the field, it can often become difficult to hear device audio, leading to communication difficulties. The Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro combats this problem with an increase in maximum volume^[8] so workers will be able to hear their device audio clearly, even when in a busy hospital ward or a noisy construction site.

The Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro is also compatible with a range of accessories, both from Samsung and third-party partners. From ergonomically designed cases with straps or stands, to charging cradles, attachable keyboard covers and wearable barcode scanners, the broad catalog of accessories that is available with the Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro ensures seamless integration with the way businesses are run^[9].

Built to Support Today’s Modern Mobile Enterprise

Ruggedized on the outside and sophisticated within, the Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro features the best of Samsung’s industry-leading software and powerful hardware. The intuitive One UI^[10] mobile experience enables a more personalized experience, while the octa-core advanced processor keeps employees connected and highly productive with faster processing speeds. The Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro also offers expandable storage with an optional microSD card^[11] so workers can store  important files locally on their device.

With built-in Sub6 5G and Wi-Fi 6^[12], employees can rely on fast speeds and low latency to stay connected when it matters most^[13].

The Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro features enhanced near-field communication (NFC) and mobile Knox Platform for POS (Point of Sale),^[14] which makes it a particularly powerful tool for retail businesses. Whether mounted at a cash register or used as a portable point of sale, the Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro can keep customers happy by enabling faster and easier check out. With Knox Capture^[15], the tablet can function as an enterprise-grade barcode scanner for real-time tracking and checking of inventory.

Workers do not need to worry about losing power at a critical moment. The Galaxy Tab Active4 has both a replaceable battery and POGO (sold separately)^[16] fast charging^[17], for quick recharges when you need them most. What’s more – with No Battery Mode,^[18] the device can be used continuously at a kiosk, or in a vehicle without battery, while preventing the depletion of the battery, even in high temperature environments.

For jobs that take workers out of the field and into the office, the Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro can easily be connected to an external display^[19] through Samsung DeX^[20], or used in Standalone Mode, to emulate a desktop interface on the tablet.

Tough on the Inside with Integrated, Real-Time Security Protection

With the increase in mobile workforces, security has become very important. That is why Samsung offers Knox Suite^[21], an all-in-one platform that makes it easier for IT teams to configure, secure, manage, and analyze devices – whether it be a single device or a whole fleet. Samsung’s defense-grade security platform, Samsung Knox, also protects the Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro with fully integrated hardware and software protections. From the chip up, the platform delivers end-to-end, real-time protection against growing threats facing the modern workforce.

Samsung works closely with Android to ensure businesses are protected in the long-term and keeps up with ever-evolving security challenges by sharing threat intelligence discovered by leading security researchers and partners. The Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro is also built to last, inside and out, with support for up to five years of security updates and three OS upgrades, so employees can use their devices with peace of mind.

Availability

The new Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro is available in Canada starting today.

For more information about Samsung’s latest Galaxy devices, please visit news.samsung.com/galaxy, www.samsungmobilepress.com, or www.samsung.com/business.

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^[1] Device thickness of 10.2mm does not include the frame of the main screen.

^[2] 674g is for Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro device only. Weight including inbox protective cover and S Pen is 833g.

^[3] Based on internal laboratory test results.

^[4] IP68 Rating: Water resistant in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes and protected from dust, dirt, and sand. Rinse residue/dry after wet. Not advised for beach or pool use.

^[5] MIL-STD-810H Certification: Altitude, Humidity, Immersion, Salt Spray, Dust, Vibration, Drop, etc. MIL-STD-810H is a standardized form of testing designed by the US Military to accurately assess device limitations. Real world usage varies from the specific environmental conditions used in the testing. Extreme conditions not guaranteed.

^[6] Key Mapping support may vary by app. Programmable keys limited to select functions.

^[7] Tested under internal lab conditions. Touch responsive to leather gloves thinner than 2mm or less in thickness. Underwater touch is not available. Touch-responsiveness may vary depending on the material and thickness of gloves as well as other environmental conditions.

^[8] Compared to Galaxy Tab Active Pro. Enhanced speaker volume only available for apps based on VoIP. To activate, go to Settings – Sound & Vibration – Volume – Increase Speaker Volume for Voice Apps.

^[9] Accessories sold separately. Availability may vary by market.

^[10] Availability of One UI features, apps and services may vary depending on One UI version, OS version and market.

^[11] MicroSD card sold separately; supports up to 1TB.  

^[12] Requires optimal connection. Availability and actual speeds for 5G and Wi-Fi 6 network may vary depending on market, carrier, content provider, server connection and user environment. Check with your local carrier or service provider for availability and details.

^[13] Availability may vary by market.

^[14] Knox Platform for POS requires separate solution integration and may require license purchase for use. Availability may vary by market, model or payment solution. Works anywhere NFC/MST credit and debit transactions are accepted.

^[15] Knox Capture requires separate app installation and license purchase for use. Availability may vary by market and model. Barcode scanning may require app remapping to programmable key to use full feature.

^[16] Extra replaceable battery and POGO charging dock sold separately. Only Samsung certified extra replaceable batteries are compatible for use.

^[17] Fast charging requires a power adapter providing electric power of 15W or above. Fast charge power adapter may not be provided in the box (and sold separately) depending on market.

^[18] No Battery Mode needs to be turned on and requires a dedicated USB Type-C power source accessory supporting 9V and 2.3A or above, and PD 2.0 or above. No Battery Mode limits device CPU performance when enabled and reduces maximum volume, display brightness, etc. when enabled.

^[19] Samsung DeX wired connection is available via HDMI compatible display. Wireless connection is available on Smart TVs that support Phone Screen mirroring only. For optimal experience, use on Samsung Smart TVs launched in 2019 or later.

^[20] Samsung DeX works with most apps. Some apps may require a separate license (purchased separately), or may be unavailable due to partner requests.

^[21] Knox Suite is sold separately.

Hear more from Paul Edwards, VP of Enterprise Mobility at Samsung Canada, on how the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4 are helping business owners and employees work more efficiently in today’s changing climate.

Q: Tell us about the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4. What makes them ideal productivity devices?

PE: When we designed the latest foldables, we wanted to make sure they delivered maximum value on several fronts, both personal and professional. The marquee feature of the Galaxy Z Fold4 is its foldable screen that stands on its own so users can video conference hands free or jot down notes with the optional S Pen^[1]. When unfolded, users benefit from a 7.6-inch expansive screen, letting them view a spreadsheet, contract, or creative mock-up in greater detail. Lastly, the multi-active window with taskbar feature lets users quickly launch up to three apps, side by side, plus, drag and drop content from one window to the other – making it easier for a user to work remotely from their mobile device.

With the Galaxy Z Flip4, we really leaned into the idea that work doesn’t stop when you’re away from the office. The informative Cover Screen provides compact connectivity, allowing professionals to answer or make calls, view notifications and respond to texts even when the phone is folded shut. Workers can also use Flex Mode^[2] on their Galaxy Flip4 to flex the phone, set it down and run conference calls hands-free from virtually anywhere.

Q: How do the latest Galaxy foldables help employees complete tasks and work with apps that are traditionally accessed on a laptop?

PE: The latest Galaxy foldables are optimized to support Microsoft Office, making it easier to create and edit documents on the go without having to power up a laptop. Our optimized Office experience means that popular Office apps, like Word, Excel and PowerPoint, can be used the same way they would be used on a laptop. That means everyone has access to important files, regardless of their location. We know that work is no longer confined to a desk, so Microsoft integration ensures always-on access to OneDrive and Teams, whether you’re in the office, working from home or between appointments.

If professionals do find themselves in a situation where a laptop is needed, we came up with a solution just for that. Samsung DeX on the Galaxy Z Fold4 lets them connect their device wirelessly to a monitor or a TV, pair a keyboard and mouse, and get to work in an intuitive PC-like environment. Whether they’re finalizing a sales contract or presenting a pitch to clients, the Galaxy Z Fold4 and DeX provides professionals with the convenience and familiarity of a desktop-like experience.

Q: What would you tell employers who are uncomfortable with so much work being conducted from a smartphone?

PE: The Galaxy Z Flip4 and Galaxy Z Fold4 are both equipped with built-in defense grade security that helps protect both business and personal data stored on the device from the chip up. This feature is called Knox Security, and when combined with Knox Vault, which protects passwords and biometrics information, it helps to ensure that sensitive data stays secure.

The durability of devices is another important consideration for businesses with employees working remotely. Both the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4 have built in water and scratch resistance^[3], so regardless of what someone’s workday might look like, their devices can be used with confidence. Both devices also come with an all-day battery and super-fast charging^[4], so more time can be spent taking care of important business matters versus trying to preserve the device’s battery life.

Q: Nowadays, with everything being remote, why is it important for professionals to carry devices that work together?

PE: When your devices work together, you work smarter. The Galaxy ecosystem was built to meet the need of a seamless connection between all of the average workers’ devices, which include earbuds, smartphone, tablet, laptop and others. The Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4 sync effortlessly with the Galaxy Book laptop series so workers can share files to their PC in just a few taps. When the Galaxy Z Flip4 or Fold4 and laptop are paired with the new Galaxy Buds2 Pro, the auto-switch feature is activated so your audio source is automatically switched from your phone to the laptop, or vice versa, if you’re moving between a phone or video call. There’s not a lot you can’t accomplish when all your Galaxy devices are working together.

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^[1] Compatible with S Pen Fold Edition and S Pen Pro only, sold separately. Works with main display only.

^[2] Flex Mode supported at angles between 75° and 115°. For your convenience, it may be difficult to maintain Flex Mode while moving due to shaking or other movement. It is recommended to keep the phone stationary while in Flex Mode.

^[3] Consistent with IPX8 rating, water resistant in up to 5 feet of water for up to 30 minutes. Rinse residue/dry after wet.

^[4] Based on average battery life under typical usage conditions. Actual battery life depends on factors such as network, features selected, frequency of calls, and voice, data, and other application usage patterns.

Canadians are eager to embrace post-pandemic life, and a “new normal” of hybrid working arrangements. With Financial Services employees realizing the benefits of remote work over the last year, many are hoping that a balance between remote and in-office work will become the new norm as the world reopens.

In this new era of work, Financial Services employees need technology solutions that enable them to be more flexible and productive than ever before. Having a desktop-like experience, powered by a phone or tablet, prepares them for whatever the day calls for, whether that’s a day in the office, heading off-site to meet with clients or a day of working remotely.

According to Paul Edwards, Vice President & General Manager of Enterprise Mobility at Samsung Canada, technology gaps related to the post-pandemic work environment will reveal themselves over the coming months. “With a significant number of employees looking to make hybrid work arrangements permanent, they’re going to assess whether or not they have the tools to support their mobility and enable them to multi-task and work across multiple devices in any environment,” he notes.

Greater flexibility to work from your select location

Busy bankers, investors and finance professionals require technology that makes it easy to get the job done, regardless of where they’re working. Solutions like Samsung DeX enable a flexible, work-from-your favourite location approach.

With Samsung DeX, employees can trigger a desktop-like experience from their mobile smartphone or tables. DeX can be activated both wirelessly or through a wired connection. Through a wireless[1] connection to a Smart TV or a Smart Monitor, they can use their mobile device to cast presentations or important files onto a bigger screen for clear viewing.

When connecting their mobile device to a PC or monitor through a USB or cable, Samsung DeX enables a desktop-like experience replete with mouse and keyboard capabilities, drag and drop functionality and contextual menus. Financial Services employees can seamlessly open and share files, complete tasks, and save files easily to their mobile devices, just as they would on a real desktop.

And with the addition of a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), employees can access cloud-based corporate apps and documents remotely right from their Galaxy device for a consistent desktop experience.

While using DeX, avid notetakers and collaborators can use the redesigned S Pen or S Pen Pro for the latest Galaxy devices – now an optional addition for the Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and included in-box with the Galaxy Tab S7+ – to jot down ideas, share them with colleagues and edit documents in real time, allowing them to get even more done while working from their smartphone or tablet.

With the ability to pair Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro with their Galaxy smartphone or tablet, employees have even greater flexibility to take work calls from any location without compromising audio quality. Crystal-clear call quality allows employees to confidently lead a virtual meeting or share feedback on a call, knowing that their voice is coming through loud and clear.

Premium productivity for the fast-paced executive

In the fast-paced world of finance, corporate executives need mobile devices that allow them to perform their best work efficiently. Samsung Galaxy mobile devices are built for productivity first.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G allows corporate executives to do more with less equipment. A three-in-one solution designed for ultimate productivity, the Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is a phone when folded; a slim tablet when unfolded, and when connected to DeX, it powers a desktop-like experience  – ideal for multitasking executives who do most of their work on their mobile device.

“The new Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is the mobile workhorse the post-pandemic executive needs,” said Edwards. “From work, to home, to a business dinner, the Galaxy Z Fold3 5G acts as a functional workspace for wherever the day takes them, with a foldable screen that can be adjusted for a side-by-side view of multiple windows, or turned into one, expansive display.”

Executives can drag and drop text, and work across three apps at once, giving them a powerful mobile workspace that folds to fit in their pocket. With the first S Pen-compatible Galaxy Z Series device[2], they can even jot down notes while video calling — no paper necessary.

With all that multi-tasking and work on the go, busy executives need battery life to power through their days. The Galaxy Z Fold3 5G comes with an all-day battery[3] and 25W Super Fast Charging[4] so more time is spent on taking care of business.

Supporting employees’ wellness and fitness goals

Ideally, cutting-edge technology won’t just give employees the tools they need to perform their jobs, but also help them be their best selves – which means supporting their wellness and fitness. This is especially vital today, as the lines between work and home life have become increasingly blurred.

“It’s no secret that employees have been more sedentary since the pandemic hit, as their typical routines and commutes to and from work have been upended,” said Edwards. “Corporate employers can do their part to support wellness by offering employees tools that help them be more aware of their well-being. The savviest employers will even take this one step further by instituting incentives and contests to help encourage movement.”

For those turning to technology for workplace well-being, the Samsung Galaxy Watch4 is equipped to help employees track workouts, monitor their blood oxygen level[5], and for the very first time, calculate their body mass composition. Employees can also choose from a wide range of guided workouts, and take part in Group Challenges with their friends, family or co-workers.

With call and text capabilities, employees can easily connect their Galaxy Buds Pro to their Watch to accommodate work or personal calls while out for a mid-day walk or light jog. Equipped with Active Noise Cancellation, the Buds Pro cut out external background noise so workers can block out ambient noise stemming from a busy household or neighbourhood street.

As more and more companies announce their return-to-office plans, demand for technology that can help Financial Service employees do more with less, and maximize mobility, will increase dramatically.

While the future of work may look different than we’re used to, the right tools and technologies can support employees in the new mobile-centric workplace. From flexibility to productivity to wellness, Samsung is committed to delivering technology solutions that help Financial Services employees on all fronts.

To learn more about Samsung solutions, visit https://www.samsung.com/ca/business

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[1] Samsung DeX wireless connection only available with Smart TVs with Miracast support/Android smartphone screen mirroring. Both

the Galaxy device and Smart TV must be on same Wi-Fi network. There may be a difference in performance depending on TV specifications and Wi-Fi environment. Recommended to use Samsung Smart TVs launched after ’19. DeX for PC is available on select devices, and on Windows 7, 10 and versions of Mac OS higher than 10.13. Certain apps may not run or may require licence (for purchase) on Samsung DeX.

[2] Compatible only with S Pen {S Pen Fold Edition, S Pen Pro} only, sold separately

[3] Based on average battery life under typical usage conditions. Average expected performance based on typical use. Actual battery life depends on factors such as network, features selected, frequency of calls, and voice, data, and other application usage patterns. Results may vary.

[4] Superfast (25 W) charger sold separately.  Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables; do not use any worn or damaged chargers or cables; incompatible charger or cable can cause serious injuries or damage to your device.

[5] The Blood Oxygen (SpO2) feature is not intended for use in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease. Intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Availability of this feature may vary by market. Please consult a medical professional for advice.

Supplied by Belleville Police Service

All members of law enforcement take a vital oath to serve and protect their community. Honouring this commitment takes grit, teamwork, and critical thinking, but as the Belleville Police Service in Eastern Ontario learned, access to the right tools and information ranks just as high.

After noticing inefficiencies in their information sharing processes a few years ago, the Belleville Police Service undertook a significant technology upgrade project with the goal of enhancing the way officers retrieved and managed information. One of the biggest gaps to be addressed was a lack of technology within officers’ patrol vehicles. Compared to other services at the time that had in-vehicle computers installed, Belleville officers were equipped with just a car radio and mobile device to make calls and access email while on the road.

Without a way to easily retrieve records and critical 911 dispatch info, officers had to rely on dispatch to receive and relay requests for information. Radio traffic quickly grew to an all-time high, which reduced the channel’s efficiency as a method of communication. Delays in receiving updates, miscommunication, or missed requests for information altogether were a daily reality.

“With a full view of what’s going on, we can proactively grab calls even before the dispatcher assigns them, which has made us a lot more collaborative as service.” – Constable Jordan Wells, Belleville Police Service

As more industry-specific mobile applications were being developed, officers gradually found the use cases for their mobile devices increasing. Access to the dispatch application and records management system on their phones gave them the ability to retrieve dispatch and database information independently. However, accessing this information in a small, handheld form had its limitations. According to Constable Jordan Wells, a 3-year veteran of the Service, the small screen made it difficult to interact with the apps. “Trying to run a license plate check on the phone was difficult because of its small screen and interface,” he said. “Most of the time, I would get the inputs wrong and be forced to pull a vehicle over to complete a check, versus running it on spot to determine if pulling them over was even necessary in the first place.”

After scouring the market for a solution to help officers extend the use of their mobile device, the Belleville Police Service came across an innovative technology from Samsung, which prompted them to equip all officers with Samsung Galaxy S10+ smartphones.

Samsung DeX: Enabling officers to do more with their smartphones

Samsung was aware of a gap in the market for a solution that would help frontline industries be more productive out in the field. In 2016, Samsung and the Belleville Police Service partnered to outfit patrol vehicles with technology that would empower officers to access information independently. Instead of looking to net new PC solutions to install into the cars, Belleville leveraged technology that was already built into the Galaxy S10+ smartphones the officers were already carrying called Samsung DeX.

DeX is an application that enables officers to extend their mobile device into a desktop-like experience by simply connecting a keyboard, mouse, and monitor. Joe Myderwyk, Systems Network Administrator of the Belleville Police Service, believes DeX was an ideal solution for the patrol vehicles, because apart from installing the peripherals, all that the officers needed to get started was an HDMI adapter or cable. “It was something we had already envisioned, having technology that would provide them with additional real estate in the vehicle,” he said. “DeX made this possible, by allowing us to take this 5-inch phone screen and blow it up to make it a usable computer terminal.”

As soon as officers place their phone in the connected dock, DeX is triggered, giving them the ability to view mobile apps more easily on a larger monitor. Along with an expanded view of applications, DeX allows officers to interact with them in a more user-friendly way. Complete with resizable windows, drag-and-drop functionality and the same keyboard shortcuts that are familiar to PC users, officers interact with the applications just as they would on their desktop computer.

According to Myderwyk, the ability to view the applications on a larger screen has been game changing. “The ability for officers to view the live 911 calls that are coming in, the priority of incidents and the dispatcher notes that are available, has been our biggest success story to date,” he noted. “Since they relied on having everything come through over the air, having this information right at their fingertips is something the officers weren’t used to.”

This newfound ability to receive dispatch updates in real-time not only helped to reduce radio traffic (with that channel now being reserved for only the most critical updates), it also helped speed up incident response times. “I would say that having that enlarged view of the 911 incident map, seeing exactly where activity is taking place and having officers triage calls according to their proximity to them, has shaved 2 to 3 minutes off our response times,” noted Officer Wells. “With a full view of what’s going on, we can proactively grab calls even before the dispatcher assigns them, which has made us a lot more collaborative as service.”

Supporting officers’ mobility needs

With so much of officers’ work happening remotely, increasing the usability of their mobile devices was vital from an operational standpoint. With DeX empowering officers to use their phone in a similar fashion to a desktop, officers were at the forefront of a new era of productivity. They were able to reap the portability benefits of the Galaxy S10+ with the added option of using it like a PC; all without the hassle of carrying around extra equipment.

According to Constable Wells, this has given him the flexibility to do more work from the road and to seamlessly transition from tasks that can only be done remotely to those that require the desktop-like functionality of DeX. “A lot of the times when I’m outside of the vehicle responding to a domestic scene, I’ll take my phone with me to take a witness statement, or capture images,” he noted. “When I get back into the car, I can pop the phone back into the dock and trigger DeX to download and work with that data in an easier, more intuitive way.”

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DeX is also helping to facilitate remote reporting for officers, gradually lessening the need for them to go back into headquarters to complete their administrative work. Myderwyk notes that this capability aligns with the Service’s end goal of making officers more efficient on the road. “We’re hoping to move further down the lines of never having officers come into the office,” he said. “They’re going to be able to complete their documents, fill out forms and manage digital evidence right from within the DeX station inside their vehicles.”

“DeX takes the mobile phone and makes it the brains of the operation, it’s a platform that was truly built for the future of business and law enforcement.” – Joe Myderwyk, Systems Network Administrator, Belleville Police Service

Driving the vision of the ‘connected officer’ forward

Myderwyk believes that as an industry, law enforcement is on the cusp of a new, tech-focused era, one that is being fueled by the smartphone and DeX. Myderwyk says the use cases for DeX will only grow as more mobile applications are developed for the industry. “As more mobile applications are created for law enforcement related tasks specifically, the greater the need for DeX will be, as officers will require that expanded view of them,” he says.

In terms of the benefits the Service has experienced as result of using DeX, Myderwyk believes it’s just the tip of the iceberg. Apart from greater efficiency in how work is completed, and daily tasks are managed, DeX has helped to foster a culture of collaboration between officers, “It’s made officers want to work together as a team in a way that wasn’t present before, and pitch in where and when it makes sense,” he said. He’s personally noticed the demand for DeX growing, as officers have started noticing a reduction in time spent completing administrative work.

With DeX in their toolkit, the Belleville Police Service is well on its way to empowering a new generation of officers that are highly mobile and highly connected on the frontlines. A vision, Myderwyk notes, that wouldn’t be possible without DeX. “DeX takes the mobile phone and makes it the brains of the operation,” he said. “It’s a platform that was truly built for the future of business and law enforcement.”

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Before the pandemic, most government employees commuted to an office every day. Working from home was a foreign concept to many. But COVID-19 has changed all that, bringing every kind of public-sector work imaginable to basement offices and kitchen tables across the country. And with no fixed return-to-work date in sight, government IT departments are sourcing innovative technology to bridge the gaps. Enter Samsung and their Galaxy mobile devices installed with the game-changing DeX platform.

When it comes to maximizing workers’ mobility, it doesn’t get much easier than Samsung DeX[1]. Exclusive to the latest Samsung Galaxy phones and tablets, this versatile software application allows mobile phones and tablets to switch gears and seamlessly behave like desktop computers so workers can get the most out of their handheld devices.

DeX works in a variety of modes. Public sector workers can connect their Galaxy mobile device to a computer monitor or PC via a cable and use the attached keyboard and mouse to navigate the applications on their phone as they would on a desktop computer. With DeX, they can plug in to any workstation, whether at home or in the office, to work more intuitively inside of different apps, drag and drop files and right click for more functions, just as they would on a PC.

Even more impressive is the ability for DeX to be used wirelessly. Using Bluetooth to connect their device to a Smart TV or Smart Monitor, government workers can cast files or presentations onto the big screen with the touch of a button. Wireless DeX is ideal for busy professionals who need to move quickly from taking a phone call to heading into the boardroom to lead a presentation, to spending time catching up on email back at their desk. These are all tasks that can be completed easily from a single device, thanks to the flexibility offered by DeX.

Available for use with the Galaxy Tab S7 FE, standalone DeX mode can be enabled using a keyboard attachment to trigger a PC-like experience, offering the ultimate in mobility. This means there are no hiccups for government workers who flex between out-of-office appointments and more traditional office environments. For instance: a social worker who conducts home visits part of the day and then sits at a desk to type out case notes. Or, a fisheries expert who writes reports at an office after leading community consultation on habitat protection. They can all move seamlessly from site to site using DeX on their Samsung tablet.

For most government employees who work with sensitive information – perhaps a forensic medical examiner, a pension manager or a budget analyst in a tightly guarded revenue department – security might be a concern when working remotely. With Samsung DeX, sensitive information stays locked down, made more secure within your workplace’s domain. From virtually anywhere, workers can access any kind of document with ease.

In some cases, workers might want the desktop experience without the hassle of connecting to ports or traditional peripherals like monitors and mice. That’s possible too, thanks to the Samsung Galaxy ecosystem of devices. Users can enable standalone DeX on the Galaxy Tab S7 FE, and with the handy S Pen, a digital stylus, take handwritten notes, right on the screen. So, whether a government employee is stationed roadside inspecting commercial vehicles, going house-to-house to read power meters or doing site checks at northern mining operations, it’s easy to walk, talk and take notes, all the same time.

Workers in the office can also connect to a video conference with their Galaxy Buds2 hands-free for crystal-clear audio on conference calls, thanks to powerful voice pickup technology. So, a government tax auditor can still dial into the weekly meeting and break down the latest numbers, with no compromises in sound quality. With the Galaxy Buds Pro, Galaxy Tab S7 FE with S Pen and built-in DeX, government workers can do everything they need to do for work wirelessly, from virtually any location.

Some public-sector teams admittedly need more computing power than a mobile device can provide. For instance, phones and tablets alone might not be enough for a park surveyor modifying detailed topographic maps, or a tourism marketer editing promotional videos. Here, the Samsung Galaxy Book laptops really excel. The Galaxy Book Pro and Pro 360 are equipped with the 11^th generation Intel® Core Processor and Intel® Evo Platform to handle large files and run demanding applications without breaking a sweat. Not to mention the added benefit of long-lasting battery life – workers can enjoy enhanced mobility with a battery that runs for up to 20 hours.[2]

Across Western Canada, Galaxy devices are proving to be the future of productivity for the public sector. Thanks to Samsung, government employees will be ready for the future of work, whatever that may be. The best part? They need little more than the mobile phone in their pocket or the tablet in their shoulder bag to do it.

To learn more about the Samsung DeX platform and Samsung mobile business solutions, visit samsung.com/ca/business/.

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[1] Samsung DeX wireless connection is available on smart TVs that support Phone Screen mirroring only. Certain apps may not run or require a separate purchased license on Samsung DeX.

[2] Based on average battery life under typical usage conditions. Average expected performance based on typical use. Actual battery life depends on factors such as network, features selected, frequency of calls, and voice, data, and other application usage patterns. Results may vary.

With the anticipated “next normal” of work consisting of a blend of remote and in-office environments, adaptable technology that allows to remain productive at any location is a top priority. If you’re a government worker in Ontario, it goes without saying how significant of a change this is compared to your previous in-office setup.

Under the new hybrid model of work, your environment is liable to change by the day, predicating the need for technology that can move with you. Thankfully, these flexible tech tools exist so that you don’t need to sacrifice power for portability, or trade convenience for performance.

The Samsung Galaxy ecosystem of devices work seamlessly together for simplified multi-tasking and efficiency for every type of government worker, whether office-based or moving across multiple sites.

Samsung DeX: A desktop-like experience powered by your Galaxy smartphone or tablet

For government employees, the workday will at times take you away from your office set-up. To avoid any disruption to your work, it’s important to have the ability to work just as you would on your full desktop PC, without having to carry around the extra equipment.

Samsung DeX[1] is a platform that extends your Galaxy smartphone or tablet into a desktop-like computing experience, enabling you to effortlessly connect your mobile device to a Windows PC via a USB-C to HDMI cable (sold separately), or better yet, wirelessly connect to a SmartMonitor or SmartTV.

For example, start drafting an email on your Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G – with your fingertips or voice – while helping the kids get ready for a day at school. Then, launch DeX when you’re back at your PC to finish, review and send that message using keyboard shortcuts, drag and drop functionality and the ability to resize windows. On days when you need to attend an on-site meeting, use wireless DeX to cast your phone to a SmartTV or SmartMonitor to view large documents in an optimal format, or better yet, project a presentation to the big screen. Multi-task and take hand-written digital notes right on your Galaxy Tab S7+ tablet with the S Pen digital stylus, while using a PC-like interface directly on your tablet screen.

Especially important for public sector workers who require access to confidential programs and documents is the ability to access a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) straight from DeX. View and run software as if it were stored locally while allowing your IT departments to breathe a little easier, knowing all work activities are taking place within a secure environment.

Transforming your conference call experience with the Galaxy ecosystem

With mobility at the core of the new workday, portable laptops are quickly replacing the standard desktop to become the device of choice for public servants.

The Samsung Galaxy Book Pro and Galaxy Book Pro 360 may be as thin and light as a smartphone or tablet but they’re as powerful as a PC. Available in either 13.3 or 15.6 inches, the Galaxy Book Pro laptops are an integral part of the interconnected Galaxy ecosystem.

For example, when a virtual conference call comes through, simply open the charging case of the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro wireless earbuds and your Galaxy Book Pro will immediately recognize and connect to them. Enjoy a crystal-clear connection right from the beginning thanks to the powerful voice pick-up.

You can also leverage the Galaxy Book Pro as a second screen to project a presentation while simultaneously jotting down action items on the Galaxy Tab S7+ with its included S Pen. Once you’re done, quickly convert digital handwritten notes to text at the touch of a button and easily share them over email with your team.

For busy public servants who are always jumping on and off video calls, get the notifications you need while keeping your eyes on the task at hand. By linking your smartphone, such as the Galaxy A71, to your laptop, you will not miss an urgent message with Link to Windows functionality. This allows notifications to appear right on your laptop screen for quick and easy responses to help streamline your workflow.

Having access to technology options that enable work to be done in virtually any setting is fast becoming a pre-requisite of a successful workday. With the versatility of Galaxy devices, you will be well-equipped for this new frontier of work.

Work smarter with the Samsung Galaxy solutions, like DeX, to get more done in less time on the go. For more on the latest Samsung solutions for business, visit samsung.com/ca/business.

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[1] Samsung DeX wireless connection is available on Smart TVs that support Phone Screen mirroring only. Certain apps may not run or require a separate purchased license on Samsung DeX

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, public servants rarely clocked in from home. But when the new era of remote work began, government employees were ushered into unfamiliar territory, having to convert their homes into offices, while simultaneously keeping official public services running smoothly.

Now, as the pandemic decelerates, it’s become clear that what was once considered a temporary shift to remote work will continue to exist in some form indefinitely. The new challenge government offices face is maintaining the work-from-home momentum with adaptable technologies that can facilitate a new, flexible work model: a work week split between home and office. Fortunately, the Samsung Galaxy device line-up has been built for government workers’ needs for flexibility, productivity and mobility as they gear up for the next chapter of hybrid work.

360° productivity with the expanded Galaxy ecosystem

To ease the transition to hybrid work, the new office space must be equipped with an array of mobile technologies to support productivity. Take a virtual conference call as an example. The right technology can enable workers to dial in seamlessly, multi-task, and stay connected with co-workers over more than one channel, all while participating in the call. With the Samsung Galaxy ecosystem of devices, that vision of maximum productivity is effectively brought to life.

At the center of the ecosystem is the Galaxy Book Pro 360, which combines the power of a PC with the mobility of a smartphone for workers moving back-and-forth between the home and the office. When connecting the Galaxy Book Pro 360 to other devices within the Galaxy ecosystem, there’s virtually no task the government worker can’t manage.

Thanks to the easy Bluetooth connection, workers no longer have to scramble for headphones when they’re about to join a call. With the cord-free Galaxy Buds Pro, they are immediately connected from the second they open the case and are ready to deliver important updates. Powerful voice pick-up means they never have to worry about their ideas not coming through clearly.

With the integrated second screen feature, workers can also expand their desktop to a second screen to get the most out of their time. While presenting a plan on one screen, workers can simultaneously take notes in tandem on a Galaxy Tab S7+ with the accompanying S Pen. Once turned into digital text, their Samsung Notes are accessible across all their Galaxy devices. If another team member is presenting, workers can stay tuned into the presentation while keeping on top of urgent messages with Link to Windows integration on the Galaxy A71 and Galaxy Book Pro, allowing them to respond to smartphone notifications right on the laptop screen.

Access to a desktop-like experience on the go with Samsung DeX

When workers are on the road, on site, or just away from their home and office set-ups, tasks come up that just can’t wait for their return. The Samsung Galaxy device lineup is equipped with cutting edge productivity features that enable workers to stay productive from just about anywhere through their smartphone or tablet.

With Samsung DeX[1] software, workers can activate a full desktop-like experience through a smaller, handheld device. Built into the Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G smartphone and the Galaxy Tab S7+ tablet, the technology increases workers’ ability to get work done in a variety of environments.

With a simple connection to an external monitor, mouse and keyboard, or cast wirelessly to a Smart TV or Smart Monitor, government workers can activate DeX mode to answer email or more seamlessly work from multiple apps. With DeX, they can open multiple windows, drag and drop files and right click for more functions, just as they would on their PC.

Current circumstances have presented governments with a unique opportunity to be bellwethers of technological change. By investing in mobile-first tools that enable the flexibility required by their workers beyond the pandemic, governments who seize this opportunity will be recognized for setting a new standard in multi-tasking and productivity.

To learn more about Samsung business solutions, contact us at insidesales.seca@samsung.com

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[1] Samsung DeX wireless connection is available on smart TVs that support Phone Screen mirroring only. Certain apps may not run or require a separate purchased license on Samsung DeX.

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The pace of digital transformation for businesses around the world was already moving at breakneck speeds, with companies mapping out their digital strategies several years into the future. But like many things, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has changed all that, forcing entire industries to massively accelerate that adoption and look for innovative technology solutions to adapt to the new world.

Industries operating on the frontlines, such as oil and gas, construction and engineering, manufacturing and logistics, have had to increasingly pivot to technologies that meet their workforces’ needs for both mobility and productivity. Powerful and portable, rugged mobile devices such as the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3, Galaxy Tab Active Pro and Galaxy XCover Pro, are rich in productivity features while being able to withstand all the bumps and bruises that life in the field can throw at them.

Built for anything

Whether you’re a construction worker on the job site, a delivery driver on the road or a nurse in the ICU, chances are your tablet or smartphone is by your side at all times—and that means they’re likely going to take some hits. The Samsung Galaxy rugged devices were built with this kind of treatment in mind. Not only are they IP68 rated[1], meaning they are resistant to dust, water and submersion up to 1.5 metres for up to 30 minutes, they also meet the military’s stringent standards[2]: tested for drops, temperature, low pressure, high-altitude and shock.

With each device, Samsung has zeroed in on specific business needs. For outdoor industries such as construction and agriculture, where single-handed use and portability is paramount, the Galaxy XCover Pro is a 6.3-inch smartphone that offers just the right amount of screen real estate. On the tablet side of things, the Galaxy Tab Active Pro offers a large, full HD 10.1-inch display, ideal for multitasking and viewing detailed images like blueprints and patient files, while the more compact Galaxy Tab Active3 8-inch screen offers ample workspace and mobility when you‘re moving between work sites. Both the Galaxy Tab Active3 and Galaxy Tab Active Pro also come complete with the S Pen, a digital stylus that enables workers to get the signatures they need for shipping manifests or quickly make notes on building plans while on site.

It may sound like a no-brainer, but for many workers, wearing gloves is mandatory for health and safety and regulatory reasons and quality control. Samsung designed its rugged Galaxy line-up with enhanced sensitivity that allows for interaction even with gloves on[3] so workers can stay focused on the task in progress without removing important equipment.

Adaptable and versatile solutions

Many industries have had to adapt to working wherever and whenever the job takes them, often shifting from the job site to the road to the home. The rugged Galaxy devices are not just tough, they also offer several innovative productivity features to help achieve this versatility.

Samsung DeX[4]—which allows users to dock a Samsung tablet or smartphone and use it as a PC—has become a valuable tool for industries such as law enforcement whose officers are mostly mobile during the day but can also benefit from a desktop-like experience when they’re in the field. While in the patrol car, a device like the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3 or Galaxy Tab Active Pro can be connected to the in-car monitor for viewing full-sized images and video, transferring files, completing reports and more. Frontline industries in Canada and around the world, from police services and first responders to public utility and delivery fleets, currently use the DeX system in their vehicles to keep them connected and productive on the go.

One of the benefits of DeX functionality is that it streamlines the hardware required to get the job done – and less time spent changing from device to device means improved efficiency on the job. To achieve that objective, the Galaxy Tab Active3 and Galaxy XCover Pro also feature Knox Capture, an enterprise-grade scanning app that enables employees to easily capture all major barcode types with an experience that is as intuitive as snapping a photo. For warehouse associates scanning packages for delivery, or nurses scanning wristbands in a hospital, this means that functions that would typically require specialized scanning hardware can all be done on their smartphone, streamlining the experience for both employees and their IT teams.

Collaboration and Connection

From construction to field work, and across multiple job sites and offices, teams need tech that lets them collaborate and stay connected with each other. The Galaxy XCover Pro puts instant communication right at workers’ fingertips thanks to easily programmable keys for a Push-to-Talk feature that can launch Microsoft Teams Walkie Talkie at the touch of a button. For teams deployed across several sites where distance would be a factor with traditional communications gear, Push-to-Talk on the Galaxy XCover Pro lets teams actively collaborate without worrying about radio signals or frequencies.

Constant communication and active collaboration can also be a drain on your battery, especially during those long days in-field, which is why the entire Galaxy rugged line-up comes equipped with a long battery life. When running low on juice, workers on the go can easily swap in a convenient replacement battery so that their Galaxy devices last until long after the job is done – especially key for workers in remote areas where charging on the job isn’t an option.

Spurred by these extraordinary times, the adoption of new technology and digital tools such as portable, rugged devices is happening at an accelerated pace, allowing industries to not only stay alive but thrive.

To learn more about the Samsung Rugged line-up, visit: https://www.samsung.com/ca/business/insights/ruggedized-solutions-for-business

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[1] IP68 rating means that the device is protected against harmful ingress of dust and static fresh water at up to 1.5 m for up to 30 minutes, under certain defined test conditions. According to accredited test results, individual results may vary. Note: IP68 rating does not mean that the device is waterproof.

[2] This device passed military specification (MIL-STD-810H – Environmental Engineering Considerations and Laboratory Tests is a United States Military Standard) testing against 23 specific environmental conditions, including transit drop, temperature, dust, shock/vibration, and low pressure/high altitude. Real world usage varies from the specific environmental conditions used in MIL-STD-810H testing. Samsung does not guarantee device performance in all extreme conditions. Please see the inbox Quick Sales Guide.

[3] Touch sensitivity may vary depending on glove material.

[4] Samsung DeX can be activated via Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3 with accessories such as an HDMI adapter, multi-port adapter or cable. Accessories and monitor sold separately. Using a genuine Samsung HDMI adapter or cable qualified for Samsung DeX is recommended. Certain apps may not run or may require license (for purchase) on Samsung DeX.