The Galaxy S20 series comes with a Samsung Keyboard that’s designed to simplify and enrich your interactions on the smartphone.¹ Check out the article below to find out more.

Brighten Your Stories

Emojis, stickers, and GIFs are the lifeblood of chats and interactions on the smartphone. Samsung Keyboard’s Emoji and sticker suggestions features help you find the right icons automatically based on the context of your conversations.^{2, 3} For example, if you type the word “love,” the keyboard will show the heart emoji in the prediction window. And by pressing the sticker suggestions bubble, the feature will pull up relevant stickers from Bitmoji and mojitok. You can then simply tap the emoji or sticker to insert it into your message.

To enable Emoji and sticker suggestions, enter “Smart typing” in settings and toggle the buttons next to the “Suggest emojis” and “Suggest stickers while typing” options. You can choose your sticker sources by entering the “Suggest stickers while typing” menu.

The S20’s keyboard also lets you search for GIFs and stickers. All you need to do is type a keyword into the search bar and it will show you images that can bring your stories to life. Tap the Expand Toolbar icon, click “Search” and type in your keywords. The feature will then pull up different categories of search results.

In addition, you can even search for contacts, images in your gallery, and content on Netflix and Spotify to share with your friends right in the keyboard without switching between apps.⁴ You can access these search functions by tapping on the related icons in the Keyboard Toolbar.

Forgot Your Password? No Worries!

Samsung Keyboard makes online shopping and website logins quick, easy, and secure.⁵ It’s integrated with Samsung Pass, which means you can safely store your bank details, passwords and other personal information in the keyboard. When you want to make a payment online or log into a website, simply tap the Expand Toolbar icon and select “Samsung Pass”. After scanning your fingerprint, the feature will pull up your bank account information and other personal details. Tap on the information you need and it will automatically appear in the “Enter message” box.

Your Personal Word Wizard

We’ve all been there: just as you are about to send a work email on your phone, you accidentally delete a whole paragraph. Without Ctrl+Z on your smartphone keyboard, all you can do is rewrite the paragraph again.

Fixing mistakes on the Samsung Keyboard is easy. Just swipe left or right on the keyboard with two fingers and it will undo or redo your changes.

The Samsung Keyboard also brings the translator right to your fingertips for when you are typing. The feature is powered by Google, and it lets you translate and switch between languages right in the app you are using.⁶

To access the translation feature, tap the “Translate” icon in the expanded toolbar. Select a target language afterwards and enter the original text in the text box. The translated text will then appear in the “Enter message” box.

Make It Your Own⁷

We all have different preferences when it comes to smartphone usage. That’s why Samsung Keyboard comes with different customization options, so you can make it truly your own.

If you have big thumbs, try enlarging the keys to make typing easier. You can resize the keys by tapping the “Keyboard size” icon in the expanded toolbar.

You can also reorder the toolbar by long-pressing and dragging icons to make frequently used features instantly accessible.

¹ Samsung Keyboard features included in this article are also available on the Galaxy Z Flip and any Galaxy device with One UI 2.1 or above.

² Emoji suggestions feature supports the following languages: English, Korean, Spanish, French, Russian, Italian, German, and Portuguese.

³ Sticker suggestions is available on Galaxy devices with One UI 1.5 or above. The feature is enabled by Bitmoji and mojitok. Prior installation of the app is required for Bitmoji suggestions.

⁴ Availability of Netflix and Spotify search functions may vary by region and device.

⁵ Samsung Pass requires Android 2.0.06 or above. Users need to sign up and login to Samsung Pass to use the service.

⁶ Translation feature is not available in China.

⁷ Customization features are also available on any Galaxy device with One UI or above.

When we think of superheroes, we are immediately drawn to the notion of comic book characters with abilities and the moral ideals that they embody. Supergirl was an alien woman who was unlikely to make a significant mark in her workplace or on her new planet. Although few were able to predict the magnitude of her existence, she broke through all expectations, advocating the emblem of hope and going on to becoming one of Earth’s greatest heroes. Wonder Woman was the unlikely heroine responsible for putting an end to World War I, perpetuating the idea of a strong woman being able to do everything a man can, and so much more.

Characters such as these have served as icons for strong and driven women; but beyond comic books and TVs, there is no shortage of real life superwomen that are closer to home. Inspirational females at the top of their field are all around us – and there is plenty they can teach us.

We spoke to three inspirational female entrepreneurs in Malaysia about their journey on taking the reins and turning their dreams into reality. Embarking on the Superwomen of Malaysia campaign presented by the Samsung Galaxy Note8, they are excited to share their stories and adventures, in hopes of inspiring like-minded females to start doing bigger and better things.

Whether they have spent years creating change in the education system or building a fashion brand from a humble idea, these superwomen learnt the ropes of their chosen profession, raised families, and mastered the art of balance. We asked the three superwomen on what it means to be an entrepreneur in this competitive environment and having the Samsung Galaxy Note8 as their trusted companion.

Nurul Zulkifli

Founder and Designer of fashion label MimpiKita

Stiff competition is among the challenges Nurul Zulkifli faced in the fashion industry, and yet she continued to set her sights on undertaking bigger challenges. Today, she has developed her own fashion label, MimpiKita, and built a brand identity for herself. Her hard work and perseverance paid off when she debuted at London Fashion Week in 2015, a show every designer dreams of showcasing their creative and innovative designs for the world to see.

Live Focus

As the fashion industry today is strongly influenced by social media, Nurul also believes that having an visually exciting social media timeline is a contributing factor to drive new customers and visitors to her social media pages and subsequently her boutique. With the Galaxy Note8’s dual camera, together with its Live Focus and Pro Mode features, Nurul is able to capture both wide-angle and close up photos of her unique creations and instantly edit the background to make it look professional. This creates social-worthy and high quality images for her to share, while keeping her designs unique and original from the rest.

“It is a challenge to make a mark in the fashion industry especially with many budding and experienced competitors, but I have persisted with the right tools. Thanks to the Galaxy Note8’s dual camera and S Pen by my side, I am at the top of my game. I strongly believe that true representation of the designs is important and the dual camera helps deliver that. The S Pen on the other hand allows me to explore my creativity and imagination anytime of the day. My inspirations come from the streets, social media, people I meet, through discussions with my team and sisters, and most of all, from travelling. The S Pen makes it possible for me to immediately sketch my ideas and share them with my team. It is just that quick and convenient,” said Nurul Zulkifli.

Galaxy Note8, the ultimate productivity tool

Technology, especially smartphones, provides unprecedented convenience and flexibility in Nurul’s line of work as it allows her to multitask as a designer and entrepreneur. For her, the Galaxy Note8 is the ultimate productivity tool that allows her to do bigger things – from researching, sketching with the S Pen, and multitasking using App Pair and Multi Window, to taking stunning portraits of her creations and communicating with her team, suppliers and clients while being away from the office.

Cheryl Ann Fernando

Country Director of Global School Leaders Malaysia

Cheryl Ann Fernando is on a mission to train school leaders to improve the learning of students in underserved communities around the world.  She wants to help carve a mind-set in students everywhere that anything is possible if you put in the passion and determination. One great example is when she formed a team of students who barely spoke English into a choral speaking squad that went on to become top qualifiers at a district-level choral speaking competition.

Galaxy Note8 paired with DeX Station

As an educator and motivational speaker, Cheryl requires a great deal of preparation and organisation. As she is always on the move, the Galaxy Note8 is her ultimate side-kick, helping her prepare presentations and speeches on the go. It comes in handy when she needs to search for information or note down ideas on the spot, and the multi window function serves as a great feature for her to multitask.

Translate mode

“Education today has evolved tremendously and thanks to modern technology, it has introduced new and innovative teaching methods that have reshaped education for students and teachers. I believe the role of a teacher today is more of a facilitator; we do more than just provide knowledge. Technology has been instrumental in assisting teachers to be more productive, while guiding students to seek information in more interactive ways“, said Cheryl Ann Fernando.

The S Pen’s ability to instantly translate even the most complex of words is also undeniably a great help for Cheryl, eliminating the language barrier in education. Today, through the advancement in technology, Cheryl communicates easily with students from multiracial backgrounds. With the ultimate productive tool by her side, gone were the days of lugging around a laptop as she can easily finish a great deal of work using only the Galaxy Note8.

Hui Matthews

Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Ash Be Nimble

It all started with an idea to make fashionable yet affordable fitness wear for everyone, as Hui Matthews believes in the importance of keeping a healthy lifestyle while juggling family and career commitments. She was inspired to start her own sports clothing line from her first road race, the inaugural Malaysian Women Marathon, back in 2013.

Screen Off Memo feature

Career and family life are two very different elements that require a great amount of dedication – needless to say, it can be a handful. As a career woman, wife and mother, multitasking is an everyday demand but Hui takes the proverbial bull by the horns with the help of the Galaxy Note8 and has never looked back. The Galaxy Note8 is the intermediary between work and play, allowing her to efficiently respond to work needs or note-taking on the spur with Screen Off Memo, even when she is travelling.

The Galaxy Note8 has the capacity to power through the day, enabling her to work for longer hours, while running multiple applications at the same time.

Galaxy Note8 helps Hui to multitask between work and family life

“Hard work and sacrificial love are quintessential to any sort of success, followed by sheer discipline and determination which are essential ingredients for doing bigger things. I make it a point to share and celebrate both the positive and negative experiences. In today’s world, which is so heavily influenced by picture-perfect social media, I feel responsible to share my happenings of being a mother, runner and entrepreneur in a constructive and honest way. I get to achieve this with ease, thanks to the Galaxy Note8, the quality of the impressive dual camera and fast digital uploads with its superior connection speed”, said Hui Matthews.

Recently on her trip to Sydney with her daughter, Hui was able to capture stunning pictures and videos of her adventures with the Galaxy Note8.

Captured with the Galaxy Note8

This brings a whole new meaning and experience to storytelling – be it hiking along the Blue Mountains of New South Wales or chasing the waves of Avoca – as the Galaxy Note8’s versatility gives Hui the freedom to explore in all conditions with its water and dust resistance, while capturing unforgettable moments in any light.

Everyone has a dream they set out to chase. Be it big or small, dreams give us the motivation to pursue our ambitions and achieve our goals. With their innovative minds and the burning desire to succeed, females all over Malaysia have what it takes to achieve their goals and aspirations they long strive towards.

As a leader in technology that strives to inspire people, Samsung Malaysia Electronics is in support of those dreams. Samsung wants to bring out the super in every woman by giving them the tools to help influence people to Do What They Can’t.

Since its launch, the S Pen has been the defining feature of the Note series, and has helped users unlock unique ways to interact with their devices – and their loved ones. Now, with the Galaxy Note8, the S Pen takes things a step further. Incorporating a fun Live Message feature, improved Screen off memo capabilities and enhanced Translate functionality, the refined S Pen enables users to express themselves in ways like no conventional stylus can.

Creative Expressions with GIFs

In a world where face-to-face interactions are becoming increasingly less common, the Galaxy Note8’s new Live Message feature merges the emotive characteristics of handwritten notes with digital tools to open up new possibilities to connect and communicate with one another.

By simply tapping the heart-shaped key on the keyboard while composing a message, or activating the function via Air Command, users can handwrite an animated message, create live emojis or use various pen effects such as Sparkle, Glow and Ink to inject a bit of creative fun into their photos.

They can then bring their creations to life by sharing them as animated GIFs up to 15 seconds in length via various social media and messaging apps that support Animated GIF (AGIF) files such as Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp and Snapchat.* The GIF files can be stored in the Gallery app and used again at a later time as personalized emojis.

Similarly, the S Pen’s Smart Select feature can be used to capture selected clips from videos, which can then be converted and shared as animated GIFs.

Better Note Taking, Even When the Screen is Off

Perhaps one of Note users’ most beloved features is the Screen off memo, which lets them easily create and pin memos and reminders on the Always On Display. In the same way they might jot down a memo on a sticky note, users can scribble messages directly on the display after activating the feature by removing the S Pen from the device.

New to the Galaxy Note8’s Screen off memo feature is the ability to create up to 100 pages of notes as well as go back to notes pinned on the Always on Display to make edits. Notes are stored in the Samsung Notes app and can be accessed at a later time.

Translations in a Snap

The S Pen uses electromagnetic resonance (EMR) technology so the display is able to recognize it even when it is not in direct contact with the device. In fact, the S Pen can be detected by the Galaxy Note8 from a distance of up to 14 millimeters. When it is within this specified distance from the display, its hovering capabilities enable a number of functions.

One is the refined Translate feature. By simply hovering the S Pen over the text they wish to be translated, users can translate words in up to 71 languages,** including words formatted as images, which are recognized by Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology.

With the ability to recognize punctuation marks, the feature can also now translate entire sentences*** when prompted to do so by the user. Additionally, the S Pen can convert units of measurement and foreign currencies.

PENUP – Coloring Outside the Lines

Whether de-stressing or pushing the limits of their creativity, users can utilize the S Pen’s diverse collection of brushes and effects to enjoy digital coloring and sketching. They can then share their own digital artworks on the preloaded PENUP app with a global community of more than 2.7 million users.

Among the app’s latest enhancements include the addition of a digital coloring book with more than 200 coloring templates.

Superior Hardware

The S Pen of the Galaxy Note8 is 108 millimeters in length and weighs 2.8 gramsWith a 0.7-millimeter rubber tip, a pressure sensitivity level of 4,096 and the ability to change brush strokes, the enhanced S Pen provides premium precision and power to replicate the ease and accuracy of a real pen. This allows for more comfortable and intuitive note taking and drawing.

Galaxy Note8 itself, the S Pen is IP68 water and dust resistant,**** meaning it can be used whenever and wherever inspiration strikes. It’s also battery-free, does not need to be charged and is stored in the phone itself, making it easily accessible anytime, anywhere.

* GIFs created may not be supported by some social media and messaging services.

** Translate can identify words in 36 languages and can translate words in up to 71 languages.

*** Translate can recognize full sentences in 39 languages (including simplified Chinese, traditional Chinese and Japanese), and can translate sentences in up to 71 languages.

**** Water resistance rating is based on test conditions of submersion in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes.