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One Phone Multiple Workspaces

(Topic created on: 01-12-2026 07:52 PM)
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ABWS
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YOUR GALAXY HAS TWO “workspaceS"📱🧠 



A lot of people don’t realize this, but Galaxy phones (like the S23 Ultra) can function like two separate phones in one—sometimes even three working modes.

How it works:

  • Main phone space → everyday apps, messages, photos
  • Secure Folder → a completely separate, locked workspace
    • Separate apps, accounts, files, and notifications
    • You can run the same app twice (two emails, two messengers, etc.)
    • Great for work, finances, private projects, or focus time
  • Samsung DeX → optional desktop-style mode for sit-down productivity
Think of it less like folders and more like different rooms in the same house, each for a different mindset.

If you’ve ever wanted to:

  • Separate work from personal life
  • Keep sensitive stuff private without a second phone
  • Create a distraction-free focus space
…this setup is already built in. No extra apps needed.

Once you start using it intentionally, the phone feels much more powerful. 

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ABWS
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😮 Who knew! I can finally separate my business from my personal... but which way do I go... like a mullet: business out front and party in the back? 🤔💼🎉 #Business #Personal #Mullet #Life #Balance
Ayyman
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Hi ABWS,
Thank you for sharing this thoughtful overview of how Galaxy devices can support multiple workspaces. We appreciate the way you’ve highlighted the versatility of features such as the Secure Folder and Samsung DeX, which allow users to separate personal and professional life, safeguard sensitive information, and even create distraction‑free environments for focus.

It’s wonderful to see how you’ve described Galaxy as “one phone, multiple workspaces,” and we agree that these built‑in tools can make the device feel much more powerful when used intentionally. Your insights are valuable to the community, as they help other members discover ways to maximize their Galaxy experience.