Software Update Brings Powerful Galaxy Note10 Features to the Galaxy S10

The Galaxy Note10 and Note10+ are packed with powerful tools designed to help users unleash their creativity and be more productive. Now, with an update set for release Samsung Electronics is introducing many of those same bar-raising innovations – including features like AR Doodle, a built-in video editor and Link to Windows integration – to the Galaxy S10e, S10, S10+ and S10 5G.²

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Once Galaxy S10 users download the update, they’ll notice that their smartphone’s pro-grade camera has become even more powerful. The update expands the camera’s Night Mode to include support for the front-facing camera as well – offering users more freedom to snap vivid shots after dark. It also introduces enhanced Super steady video stabilization, as well as support for dynamic Galaxy Note10 functions like AR Doodle and Live Focus video recording. The former lets users enhance their videos with fun, augmented-reality drawings and messages, while the latter lets them apply bokeh effects (including blur, big circle, color point and glitch) to videos recorded with the front or rear camera.

Once Galaxy S10 users capture a memorable clip, the camera’s new, Gallery app-accessible video editor offers all the tools they’ll need to turn it into a shareworthy video. This versatile feature makes it easy to edit videos like a pro, and features simple tools for trimming clips, stitching them together, adjusting playback speed and more. You can even use the function to add subtitles and background music to clips to make your content more unique.

The update also incorporates support for Samsung DeX for PC. Once users download the app from SamsungDeX.com, they’ll be able to launch Samsung DeX on their PC or Mac simply by connecting their Galaxy S10 to their computer via USB cable. Link to Windows support has also been added, which means that Galaxy S10 users will be able to wirelessly connect their phone to their Windows 10 PC and easily view its contents, send and receive messages, and sync recent photos directly from their computer.

Apps that Galaxy S10 users rely on every day, including Samsung Pass and Messages, have also been made more versatile and convenient. Now, Samsung Pass’s setup has been simplified, making it easier for Galaxy S10 users to utilize their device’s advanced biometric technologies to log in to apps and websites quickly and securely. In the Messages app, new icons for adding photos and videos have been positioned to the left of the text window to offer users easy access to the files they need. 

As Dudu Mokholo, CMO: Samsung Central Africa, explained, the Galaxy S10’s update reflects Samsung’s commitment to offering more users access to exceptional innovations. “At Samsung Electronics, we’re constantly exploring ways to offer Galaxy device users the best possible smartphone experience, and this software update is an extension of that commitment,” said Dudu. 

Two million primary school going children enrolled in hygiene program

In the past five years, over two million primary school going children have undertaken the Dettol sponsored hand-washing hygiene program countrywide. 

The announcement was made earlier on today during the commemoration of the 11^th Global Handwashing Day held at Railway Training Institute School in Nairobi County. 

The program which was launched five years ago to commemorate this day is geared towards reducing sanitation-related ailments among school-going children across the country.

Celebrated globally, on October 15^th every year, the handwashing day promotes the vital importance of proper hand washing with soap in the prevention of diseases.

Speaking during the celebrations, RB Africa Expansion Director Health, Dele Adeyole said, “This year’s theme is “Clean Hands for All”, and aims at fostering inclusivity for all when addressing handwashing disparities.”

“The theme is anchored on Sustainable Development Goal 3 which reflects on Good Health and Well Being, SDG 6 on Clean Water and Sanitation and SDG 10 on Reducing Inequalities,” he explained. 

According to the United Nations children's agency UNICEF, hand washing with soap, even before preparing food, is rarely practiced in many developing countries - leading to the rapid spread of deadly bacteria, diarrhea and pneumonia in young children.

Every year, preventable diseases like diarrhoea and pneumonia claim the lives of 2.8 million children across the globe before they reach the age of five. The first 28 days of a child’s life are the most critical.

In Kenya, more than 34,000 newborn babies die each year within their first month of life – a figure that translates to more than 90 deaths per day. A 2017 study by the International Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health reveals that diarrhea is the fourth most common illness seen in health facilities in Kenya and accounts for one in five of all hospital admissions. 

It is the fourth overall most common cause of death among children under five years of age in Kenya, with a case fatality of up to 21%. 

The study further notes that hygiene interventions including hygiene education and promotion of hand washing can reduce diarrhea cases in Kenya by up to 45 per cent.

On his part, the Nairobi County, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Coordinator, Erick Inda called upon private sector players and county governments across the country to scale up efforts in creating continued awareness on sustainable personal hygiene and its significance in improving educational outcomes in schools.

“This year’s theme “Clean Hands for All” is so timely for all of us to highlight the importance of hand-washing for particular segments of our society, including childcare workers, health professionals and those without consistent access to clean water.”

In Kenya, Dettol has reached over 2 million mothers in both the government and private health sector, teaching them these basic hygiene habits and sampling soap to them. Additionally, Dettol has over the years focused its investment in school hygiene programs, targeting children in both urban and rural areas