Before we get started, we’d generally recommend against turning off the camera shutter effect on a smartphone, whether from Samsung or otherwise. Beyond letting you know that you got a shot, it can be ...

When it comes to smartphone etiquette, there's something inherently satisfying about going about your business discreetly. Whether it's choosing a silent ringtone or disabling notification sounds, ...

Apple tries to simulate the experience of a snapshot camera when you take a picture in the Photos app on an iPhone or iPad by issuing a little click sound. Many of us prefer to avoid that sound.

To turn off the camera sound on your iPhone, flip the Ring/Silent switch to Silent. You can also silence the shutter noise by enabling the Live Photos feature before taking a picture. Since Live ...