Samsung Galaxy S4 is a very potent smartphone with the latest technology but knowing all its hidden features can provide even better functionality than ever. Know the 25 hidden tricks of your Samsung Galaxy S4.

Reveal All Toggles

Use two-finger swipe down action on the notifications bar to reveal all toggles for quick access. Toggles include volume control, screen brightness, S Beam, NFC, Smart Stay and Air Gesture. In addition, you can also edit some parts of the quick toggles according to your preference.

TV Remote Functionality

Samsung Galaxy S4 comes with an infrared port and WatchOn application to control TV sets using the smartphone. Use the built-in wizard to easy configure your Galaxy S4 to the TV unit and make as a universal remote.

Best Photo Feature

Inside the camera app, a "Best Photo" mode is available to burst 8 eights successively which chooses the best image. It is a very neat feature that eliminates the issues of closed eyes and determines the photo which turned out the best among the rest.

Lock Screen Customisation

The lock screen is customisable by default which allows you to edit widgets or change basic settings. Go to the "Settings > My device > Lock screen and then pick Options." You can also choose to see a clock or personal message.

Control Xbox 360 and USB Drives

Get an USB OTG cable and gain control over the Xbox 360 controller or access media files over USB thumb drives. Your Galaxy S4 can view files inside USB flash disk with the ability to copy, cut or delete them. This is good for backing up files from the internal and SD card to a USB flash disk.

Do Not Disturb

A "blocking mode" is available on your Galaxy S4 which acts as the "do not disturb" for Android OS. It blocks incoming calls, notifications, alarms and even the LED indicator to prevent disturbing you.

Headset Control

Your headset can control the music playback and calls without direct interaction with your phone. Hold the button to launch the S Voice so you can announce if any message or notifications are active and even direct calls on your command.

Motion Control

A set of sensors are inside the Galaxy S4 which allow advanced controlling and navigation such as Air Gestures. Gain access to them by going to "Settings > My device tab > Motions and gestures > Air gesture > Turn on."

Improve the Battery Life

No need to download other applications to boost battery on your Galaxy S4. Access the feature quickly by pulling the notifications panel using two fingers and turn on the power saving mode. Modify the aspects of the power saver by going to the settings of your phone.

Photos with Voice Control

Use the voice command to control the phone's camera when you are not holding it. Open the camera application then go to "Menu > Settings > Voice Control." Now you can command the Galaxy S4 to capture photos on a stand.

Smart Alerts

Smart Alerts notify you by vibrating if there are any notifications requiring your attention once you picked the phone up from idle. Activate it by going to the "Settings > My device > Motions and gestures > Smart Alert."

Block Annoying Callers

A special incognito method allows you to block annoying callers or from unwanted numbers. Go to "Applications > Menu > Call settings > Call rejection."

Glove Mode

Although this is not exclusive in Galaxy S4, the Glove Mode option will allow you to navigate around the phone even with your gloves on. Go to "Settings > My device > Display > High touch sensitivity."

Air View Feature

Activate the Air View feature on the settings and use to access information on certain items you select by hovering your finger above them.

Data Traffic Control

Do not be afraid about exceeding your data budget with the Data Traffic Control on your Galaxy S4. Go to "Settings > Connections > Data Usage." In this way, you can setup the maximum and accurate reading of the current data usage on your phone.

Control the phone using Your Eyes

Establish eye control on your phone while you watch movies or browsing over the Internet. Go to "Settings > My device > Smart Screen > Check Smart Stay > Check Smart Pause and turn on Smart Scroll." Be reminded that this feature does not work with all applications.

Looking for Misplaced Galaxy S4

In case you have lost your Galaxy S4, download and install the Lookout Mobile application to help you track down the lost phone, provide sound alerts and know the last location signal. If the device is still lost, install the Plan B to track it down.

Improving Keyboard

The keyboard on your Galaxy S4 has a built-in Swiftkey which is very smart on learning how you type but some settings are hidden from you. Long press on the microphone to view keyboard settings, predictive text and link to your accounts or choose the right-most icon to resize the virtual keys or move it around the screen.

Home Button Speed Up

S Voice application can be a useful tool if you want to access phone features quickly but disabling it can speed up the home button. Double tap the home button, select menu and pick the settings. Remove the check from "Open" via home key.

Checking Alerts Remotely

No need to touch the phone to check alerts by using the Quick Glance feature. Go to "Settings > My device > Motions and gestures > Air gesture > Quick glance." This will allow you to show notifications bar icons, missed calls, new messages, battery life and current time by simply moving your hand over the screen.

Dual Window

Multi-task on your phone by using the Dual Window mode on several applications such as YouTube, Twitter or Facebook. Check emails while reading notifications from Facebook or tweets from Twitter.

Quick Access to Common Settings

Open the notifications shade and long press on a toggle to bring you directly to the settings of that control.

Google Now Quick Launch

Google Now can be very useful to get information online and also learns on your habits to give efficient answers. To launch it quickly, press and hold the menu button on your Galaxy S4.

Easy Mode

For amateurs to avoid getting confused with the home screen and interface of the Galaxy S4, activate the Easy Mode to give a neat, simple UI and hides extra features which can be complex on the first day. You can switch it back anytime you are ready to learn more on your Galaxy S4.