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[Galaxy S25+] Disable and Remove Call Recording

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Bolo415

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How do I disable and remove the recording calling feature and the icon from the call screen on the S25+?

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      userMNElBjwyno

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      04-8-2025 09:54 AM

       

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      Finally Found a Solution – Replacing Samsung Dialler with Google Phone

       

      After trying for weeks and just about ready to sell the phone and switch to a Google Pixel or iPhone, I finally found a setup that works.

       

      I’ve replaced the pre-installed Samsung dialler with Google Phone, and it works really well. It does not support call recording, which is actually a plus for me—because when I’m speaking with customers and that annoying “This call is being recorded” message kicks in accidentally, it’s a massive NO-NO.

       

      Hope this helps anyone else in the same situation.

       

      Honestly, it’s such a silly limitation on the default Samsung dialler—how is there no option to disable or hide the call recording button/announcement? Makes no sense.

       

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      disneymom2twins

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      05-20-2025 06:30 PM

       

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      I can't find google phone dialer in play store?
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      disneymom2twins

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      05-20-2025 06:30 PM

       

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      No you can't. That's the problem.
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      realaud

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      02-2-2025 03:24 AM

       

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      Just don't use it. It doesn't record automatically, you have to start it manually
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      realaud

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      05-20-2025 09:12 PM

       

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      Isn't that what I just posted? Or didn't it link from the app?  Sometimes it doesn't when I do it on the computer.

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      Robin621k

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      05-20-2025 09:16 PM

       

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      No link
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      realaud

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      05-20-2025 09:19 PM

       

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      ok.  Thanks for providing it then.  When you add links through the computer interface, it wants to put the link behind the text and that does not translate to the app.  I honestly do not understand why it doesn't work the same way.  I usually correct it to show the link, but I got sidetracked by my sister incessantly messaging me, and then I forgot.  I'm going to change it now - be prepared for an edit notification. 🙂 

       

      Makes me wonder if the same programmers who do the app are the ones who messed up the update.

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      Bolo415

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      02-2-2025 03:26 AM

       

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      My face keep hitting the button and starting the recording.
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      realaud

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      05-13-2025 09:04 PM

       

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      I am not employed by Samsung, but I have native intelligence and know how to solve my problems.  If you are having a problem with the record button either, as I have said repeatedly, change your phone dialer or your habits.  If you are on a call and finish your web surfing, or whatever, lock your screen before putting it back in your pocket.  I'm of the firm belief anyway that phones do not belong in pockets and people who keep them there deserve what happens to the devices.  I don't sit like a robot when I'm on a call, neither do I hold the phone up to my ear - I either use ear gear if I'm out, or speaker if I'm not. I also have a connected watch, so I can see the caller ID and not have to take my phone out of wherever I have it, if I want to see who's calling.  Even when I didn't have a watch, I never pulled my phone out by anything other than the sides or the top.  There would be no way for me to accidentally press the record icon in its current location.  

       

      And, if I was having a problem of accidentally activating the recorder, I would follow advice and change the dialer app, because Samsung is not changing that any time soon.  BTW, I don't disagree the recorder is in a bad place, I just don't see how nobody can seem to avoid activating it and how it is that that is the only accidental activation of controls on the call panel. 

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      nonun

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      05-14-2025 05:33 PM

       

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      It happen twice on one call to me
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      ih8updates

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      05-17-2025 12:06 AM

       

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      My screen doesn't lock. My face is oily even after washing and moisturizing and it opens up all sorts of apps and now this Annoying new feature.
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      meself

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      02-2-2025 04:47 AM

       

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      remove a call recording from a Samsung Galaxy S25, you can open the Phone app, go to "Recordings", and tap Delete recordings. You can also set how long you want to keep a recorded call before it's automatically deleted. 

      To turn off auto call recording on a Samsung Galaxy S25, you can do the following: 

      Open the Phone app

      Press the menu symbol in the top right corner

      Select Settings

      Select Record calls

      Turn off Auto record calls

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      Members_UzP4BGf

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      02-5-2025 05:26 PM

       

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      Exactly, i am having this same problem, almost every call i accidentally hit it and then the person is wondering why I am recording them and then I have to explain....This is super annoying!

      Samsung needs to fix, asap

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      Bolo415

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      02-5-2025 05:28 PM

       

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      Right! On the iPhone, there's a two-step process. Very unfortunate, there's no way to disable it.
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      realaud

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      02-6-2025 01:02 AM

       

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      If your face is hitting the record button, it means the proximity sensor is not working and your screen is not turning off.  If your screen was off, there would be no way your cheek would hit any button. If the record button was not there, your face could just as easily hit the hang up button.  If the screen is not turning off, either because the proximity sensor is not working, or the screen is not timing out quickly enough, put in an error report.

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      user2HmQYCv9uX

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      02-8-2025 06:33 PM

       

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      This is unacceptable. I have 3 seconds to click two different times so the phone won't announce to the other party they are being recorded.  That's nearly impossible when answering a call when driving.

      If Samsung doesn't get this corrected within the next week or so, I'm returning my S25 and making the leap to an iPhone.

      I'm stron

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      realaud

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      05-9-2025 07:27 PM

       

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      If you are driving, why is the phone to your ear? If it us not at your ear, how are you hitting it by accident?

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      DripnPink12

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      05-13-2025 07:05 PM

       

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      **bleep** you sound like a Samsung SGT. Ppl purchased their phone and can hold it anyway they want whether while with against their face while multitasking, between their legs etc... The icon shouldn't be there & if it needs to be then there should be an option to disable.
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      realaud

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      05-13-2025 07:13 PM

       

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      Change....your...dialer...app.  Simple, no recording, no worries.  You are all nitpicking over something that is very, very easily bypassed. If you are going to protest with, "I shouldn't have to download a different app because I paid >$1K)", save that excuse because unless you NEVER downloaded anything other than the native apps to your phone to do a function that you want/need, it does not fly.

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      Taiko

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      02-12-2025 03:28 PM

       

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      Hi is there a way to disable call recording while on a call? My cheek keeps pressing it while I'm on the phone and it's **bleep**g everyone out. I have a s25 ultra. 

      Thanks
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      realaud

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      02-12-2025 03:59 PM

       

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      Lock your screen when you are on a call or use a BT device or put your phone on speaker (I realize this may not be an option in public).

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      Vblair

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      05-13-2025 01:12 AM

       

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      I have the 23 and it clicks on automatically pisses me off

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      userguOO9hf2zq

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      02-16-2025 07:44 PM

       

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      This is annoying. Why is there not an option to remove or disable the call recording icon from call screen? My cheeks is constantly hits call record and people are thinking I'm trying to record our conversation.
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      twg21

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      02-28-2025 02:42 AM

       

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      I too am looking for a solution to remove this button. I work in a Healthcare setting where not having the phone to my ear is an option.
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      realaud

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      02-28-2025 10:54 PM

       

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      Can you use ear buds?

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      twg21

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      02-28-2025 11:15 PM

       

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      Unfortunately, no.

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      realaud

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      02-28-2025 11:34 PM

       

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      Frankly, the proximity sensor should close the screen when it is to your ear so that doesn't happen.  You can check the functionality of the proximity sensor by dialing your voicemail and, while connected, place your palm over the front camera.  The screen should go off.  The only way it comes back on is when I move my hand away from the camera cutout.  You may be unconsciously moving the phone away from your ear while keeping the lower part pressed to your cheek.  As soon as the camera senses light, the screen goes back on.  The proximity sensor is there for the express purpose of preventing accidental button pushes by one's face when the phone is in use.  Many people do tend to hold the phone away from their ear, especially if they have the volume up, as it can be uncomfortable if one is wearing earrings, has sensitive ears, or is on the phone too long.  So, a couple of workarounds I can suggest would be 1) make sure you have the phone flush up against your ear, 2) double tap the screen to lock it when you connect to a phone call or, 3) return to your home screen after the call is dialed or picked up.  The call will stay active, but the dial pad will be hidden.

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      twg21

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      02-28-2025 11:36 PM

       

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      Thank you for the recommendations. Hopefully this will help until Samsung fixes this issue and allow optional removal of the button.