Hidden Features In Your Smartphone You Didn't Know About

Customizable Shortcuts

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Hidden Camera Functions

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Screen Recording

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One-Handed Mode

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Smart Text Selection

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Wi-Fi Sharing via QR Code

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Do Not Disturb Customization

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