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CEParsons · ‎09-01-2025

Interesting. Here is a post I wrote with a more complete list of possible troubleshooting options: https://us.community.samsung.com/t5/Galaxy-S-Phones/quot-Help-my-phone-is-doing-something-weird-quot-️-Basic/td-p/3346206?src=ShareByUserCM Carrier apps are the next thing that comes to mind as a potential culprit in your case. Last resort is a factory reset/clean install. Hopefully this helps!

CEParsons · ‎09-01-2025

Just tested by creating a folder identical to yours. No idea why yours is behaving that way. Odd.

CEParsons · ‎09-01-2025

Title sorts reverse-alphabetical (Z-A) and then lumps untitled notes in reverse chronological by default. Arrow switches from reverse alphabetical/chronological to standard. I find date created to be the most useful sorting mechanism, with date modified as a close second.

CEParsons · ‎08-31-2025

Looks like the search tab from the Samsung weather app. The Weather app may be nudging you to confirm your current location by clicking "Add." Alternatively, you should be able to set a location manually if you don't want to share your location with the Weather app. Side note: If you don't find the weather app useful, or if you prefer a different weather app, you can disable it altogether. If setting the preferred location does not correct the behavior, or if you have already set your preferred location: 1) Check to see if you have unknowingly set up a routine. Some users have reported routines opening unwanted events, despite never intentionally setting them up. 2) If you are receiving unwanted ads, pop-ups, wakeup, etc. on your device, Samsung's Nice Catch App could help you locate the offending app. https://apps.samsung.com/appquery/appDetail.as?appId=com.samsung.android.app.goodcatch Turning on the various categories in Nice catch can help you identify the offending app when unwanted actions occur. Other steps you can take if the unwanted behavior still cannot be identified: 1) Run diagnostics using the Support tab of the members app. 2) Follow the best practices guide: https://us.community.samsung.com/t5/Tips-Tricks/Best-Practices-After-an-Update/ba-p/3200871?src=ShareByUserCM in particular, clearing cache to get rid of any junk files. 3) Download and Run the various modules within Samsung's Good Guardians app: https://apps.samsung.com/appquery/appDetail.as?appId=com.android.samsung.utilityapp Last Resort (Nuclear option): - Perform a factory reset on the device. Hope this helps!

CEParsons · ‎08-30-2025

Other steps you can take: 1) Run diagnostics using the Support tab of the members app. 2) Follow the best practices guide: https://us.community.samsung.com/t5/Tips-Tricks/Best-Practices-After-an-Update/ba-p/3200871?src=ShareByUserCM in particular, clearing cache to get rid of any junk files. 3) Download and Run the various modules within Samsung's Good Guardians app:https://apps.samsung.com/appquery/appDetail.as?appId=com.android.samsung.utilityapp Hope this helps!

CEParsons · ‎08-30-2025

Welcome! Sounds like a bug. You can submit an error report using the Support tab in this app. Samsung uses this feedback to identify and fix issues as they arise. Haven't owned a Flip since the 5, but I seem to remember there was an option within flex mode settings to not open automatically, but only when the indicator is tapped. Maybe in the flex mode settings, while flex mode is open, or perhaps somewhere in Settings > Advanced Settings > Labs. Sorry I can't check the settings myself, I don't currently own a flip. If you can locate such a setting, it might help prevent the headache until the error is addressed!

CEParsons · ‎08-30-2025

That did it! Wow, that was buried.

CEParsons · ‎08-30-2025

Nope. Turning off the related AI feature does not remove it from the keyboard, oddly enough. May just be a quirk with the beta, now that I think about it. Didn't consider that possibility initially, though I should have.

CEParsons · ‎08-30-2025

Yes I am, must only be available on One UI 8.

CEParsons · ‎08-30-2025

Not sure. Didn't consider that.

CEParsons · ‎08-30-2025

Yeah, I've considered that. Gboard is okay, but I thoroughly enjoy Keys Cafe and miss being able to place the voice input on the left hand side of the navbar.

CEParsons · ‎08-30-2025

That's the issue. When clicking through, there is no new message or feature to be seen. It persists with no way to clear it. AI Sticker option cannot be disabled as the other sections can. I have submitted an error report.

CEParsons · ‎08-30-2025

Home Up actually allows ABC horizontal scroll now!

CEParsons · ‎08-30-2025

Persistent bubble appears on AI sticker, though there is nothing there and I do not use the feature. App is up to date, cleared cache, attempted to remove from toolbar (can't)... Any ideas?

CEParsons · ‎08-30-2025

Sounds like you are mostly just wanting to vent, but just in case this is helpful... Samsung rewards apply only to products purchased directly through the Samsung website. If you purchased a Samsung item through a third-party retailer, to my knowledge, you cannot receive rewards from those purchases. I hope you find a company with a rewards program that fits your needs, even if that isn't Samsung. Have a great day!

CEParsons · ‎08-30-2025

If you think Apple is going to give you product discounts or perks for loyalty, I've got bad news for you...

CEParsons · ‎08-30-2025

Making sure I understand you – the pop up has not occurred again, or Nice Catch did not detect your pop up when it occured?

CEParsons · ‎08-29-2025

Samsung service centers will work on TVs, if repair is something you are interested in. https://www.samsung.com/us/support/service/locations/ Otherwise, If third party streamers are still working, that's probably your best bet for the time being.

CEParsons · ‎08-29-2025

Have you attempted a factory reset? If that doesn't help, it's possible some internal component was damaged in the move.

CEParsons · ‎08-29-2025

Buy direct, buy outright, buy unlocked. A phone purchased from your carrier will never fully be YOUR phone. They will always push junk apps.

CEParsons · ‎08-28-2025

You can choose what appears under the Now Bar section in Settings.

CEParsons · ‎08-28-2025

Is it the "Global Goals" app, perhaps? If so, here is the official Samsung guide for removing those: https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS10003382/ If this is still not what you are experiencing... did you buy your phone from a carrier at a subsidized price? Carriers sometimes sell phones at a loss and then run ads on them to make up the difference. If your phone is a carrier-locked, subsidized device, it is possible that your carrier bundled these intrusive ads in an update. There may be a carrier-specific app that can be uninstalled or disabled to stop the ads. Again, Nice Catch can help you identify this. For reasons like this, it is highly recommended to buy unlocked phones directly from the manufacturer.

CEParsons · ‎08-28-2025

I'm not sure I understand what you mean by "News at the bottom." Are you referring to the Now Bar? The Now Bar can be disabled in Settings if you don't like it. As for notifications, the default notification style has been changed. You can change the appearance of lock screen notifications by going to Settings > Notifications > Lock Screen Notifications. The "Cards" setting shows notification details on the lock screen without expanding the panel. If you are not referring to the Now Bar, and you are instead saying that you are getting intrusive pop-ups that prevent you from using your device normally, there is likely a malicious app installed on your device. Samsung's Nice Catch App can help you locate the offending app. https://apps.samsung.com/appquery/appDetail.as?appId=com.samsung.android.app.goodcatch Turn on "detect commercials" and "toast history" and wait for the pop up to occur. Nice catch will tell you what the offending app is so you can delete it.

CEParsons · ‎08-25-2025

If you are receiving intrusive ads or pop-ups on your device, you have likely downloaded a malicious app. Samsung's Nice Catch App can help you locate the offending app. https://apps.samsung.com/appquery/appDetail.as?appId=com.samsung.android.app.goodcatch Turn on "detect commercials" and "toast history" and wait for the pop up to occur. Nice catch will tell you what the offending app is so you can delete it.

CEParsons · ‎08-23-2025

Galaxy phones and Pixels both take great photos, and you can't really go wrong in that department. Galaxy takes more vibrant photos with colors ramped up, pixel tends to produce softer photos and strives more for color realism. If a stylus is a must, Ultras are your only real remaining option. S24U is the last to retain all Bluetooth features... wouldn't expect to see them return in future generations, imo.

CEParsons · ‎08-18-2025

If you are receiving intrusive ads on your device, you have likely downloaded a malicious app. Samsung's Nice Catch App can help you locate the offending app. https://apps.samsung.com/appquery/appDetail.as?appId=com.samsung.android.app.goodcatch Turn on "detect commercials" and "toast history" and wait for the pop up to occur. Nice catch will tell you what the offending app is so you can delete it.

CEParsons · ‎08-11-2025

I don't believe so. The sound theme should only apply to system sounds, not notifications.

CEParsons · ‎08-11-2025

As far as I know, there is no way to revert to the legacy charging sound. You can, however, choose from some different system sounds by changing the system sound theme.

CEParsons · ‎08-10-2025

I personally keep the adaptive refresh rate turned on and use a routine to turn on power saving when my battery falls below 15%. I only use power saving when my battery is low. No point in a big beautiful display if you don't use it to its full potential!

CEParsons · ‎08-10-2025

As a side note, power saving will disable the adaptive refresh rate, so your display will not look quite as smooth when power saving is on. If you are coming from a non-pro iPhone, you probably won't notice this as base model iPhones do not have high refresh displays.

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