Samsung Introduces Double Tap Features To Check Time

Samsung continues to innovate with new features that make it easier for users. This time, the South Korean tech giant is developing a new feature in Good Lock and introduces a double tap feature to check the time on their device. Here is a complete detail of this feature, and how it affects the Samsung user experience.

What is Good Lock?

Good Lock is Samsung’s exclusive feature that allows users to customize their experience more deeply compared to what One UI usually allows. With Good Lock, users can change various aspects of the user interface and the functionality of their device, from the lock screen display to the way the application is displayed. Some examples of popular use of Good Lock include the ability to open full apps on the Galaxy Z Flip 5 cover screen and adjust certain actions with gestures.

New feature: Double tap to check time

Recently, as reported by The Mobile Indian and later highlighted by Tarun Vats on Twitter/X, Samsung introduced an update for the “Registar” module in Good Lock. In this update, the Samsung team explained that the double-tap gesture on the back of the device will allow the user to see the time.

How does this feature work?

Currently, the “Registar” module allows users to map certain functions to double-tap gestures on the back of their phone. These functions include displaying notifications, opening apps, taking screenshots, and even placing current apps in pop-up windows. However, all these functions only work when the device is on and unlocked.

With the new update, “Registar” will allow users to see the time even when the device screen is off. This feature is designed to help users check time in situations where it is difficult to see the screen, thus improving accessibility.

Advantages of Samsung Introducing Tap Features

1. Improved accessibility

One of the main advantages of this feature is the increased accessibility. For those who are often in low light conditions or cannot access the screen easily, this feature will be very useful.

2. Save Battery

By utilizing double tap to check time without having to turn the screen fully on, the user can save battery power. This can be a solution for those who want to reduce the use of Always-On Display.

3. Ease of use

This feature offers a new, easier way to check the time without having to lift the device or press a certain key. Double tap on the back is enough to display the time, even when the screen is off.

Supporting devices

Double tap feature to check the first time will be available on the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6. Then, this feature will be expanded to other Galaxy phones running One UI 7.0, which is an Android 15 update from Samsung.

utility questions

However, there are some questions regarding the true utility of this feature. Galaxy devices already support the Always-On display that displays time continuously. So why is it necessary to add this double-tap function? The most reasonable reason is to reduce the active screen time and save battery. But, at this time, users can also tap on the screen or lift the device to display time, which is an action similar to a double tap on the back.

When will this feature be available?

Samsung plans to launch this feature in the coming months. Users of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 will be the first to benefit, followed by other Galaxy devices with the One UI 7.0 update.

Samsung Related FAQs Introduce Tap Features

1. What is Good Lock?

Good Lock is Samsung’s customization feature that allows users to change their user interface and device functionality in more depth than standard One UI.

2. How does the double tap feature work to check the time?

With this feature, users can tap the back of their device twice to see the time, even when the screen is off.

3. What devices support this feature?

This feature will be first available on the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6, then expanded to other Galaxy devices running One UI 7.0.

4. What are the benefits of this double tap feature?

This feature improves accessibility, saves battery, and offers ease of use for users in a variety of situations.

5. When will this feature be available?

This feature is expected to launch in the coming months, starting with the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6.

With this new feature, Samsung continues to demonstrate its commitment to improving the user experience and providing innovative practical solutions. Keep abreast of the latest developments from Samsung to find out more interesting features to come.