Category: Samsung News

Stable One UI 4 Version to Start Rolling out in December
In mid-September, Samsung started One UI 4.0 beta testing program for Galaxy S21 trio in supported countries. It is now live in all those countries that are selected for the beta program. Samsung has recently released a second beta version for Galaxy S21 series, and possibly this week, it will release the third beta version. It is almost one month since the company has started rolling out the beta version, and now both beta & non-beta users are asking when they will get a stable version. Looks like the team member at South Korean community has answered this question.
The Galaxy S community moderator has responded to the query and said the final version likely be ready in December. He says, Samsung is developing an Android 12-based One UI 4.0 stable version for the Galaxy S21 series, and the firmware likely roll out in the last month of this year. This answer is for KT operators in South Korea, so the SKT, LG U+ & Unlocked variants too get the version. Here is the official answer from Galaxy S community manager (machine translated).
Currently, Galaxy S21 is also developing the Android 12 (One UI 4) version and the situation is changing, so it is difficult to give a clear answer. We are actively collaborating with KT operators, and it is likely to be possible by December at the latest.
Previously, Samsung had surprised everyone by delivering stable One UI 3.0 for Galaxy S20 users in the US along with South Korea. That means there are chances this could also happen this year.
One UI 4.0 beta version still has a long way to go. Samsung still has to fix many issues with the beta version, so it could take time. The company still has to open a beta program for other flagship devices. In recent, the company has spotted building beta firmware for Galaxy S20 series & Galaxy Z series phones.
October 12, 2021
Samsung Nears to Open Android 12 Beta for Galaxy S20 & Galaxy Z Series
The Galaxy S21 lineup in listed countries is now on a second beta update for Android 12-based One UI 4.0. Samsung has included many features & changes in the upcoming version. The new Material You, color theme, RAM Plus, changed icons, and many other changes make it more forward-looking. Now, after Galaxy S21, the company is going to launch a beta version on Galaxy S20 & Galaxy Z series devices. The firmware buildup for these devices has been spotted in South Korea, which hints soon they will get a beta version.
The last year’s Galaxy 20, S20+ & S20 Ultra are some of those flagship models, which will receive a beta version. The foldable phones have also participated in the beta testing last year, so they will do the same this year. The code with firmware version G98*NKSU1ZUJ3 for Galaxy S20 & the numbers F707NKSU1UZUJ1 for Galaxy Z Flip 3 have been spotted. It could be a sign, next week, Samsung will open a beta testing program for these devices. The Galaxy Z Fold 3, Fold 2 & Galaxy Note 20 series to get a beta version later this month.
Samsung has hinted Galaxy S21 series will get stable Android 12 or One UI 4.0 firmware in December. Last year, Galaxy S20 had received Android 11-based One UI 3.0 firmware on December 3rd, following Galaxy Note 20 & other smartphones in the same month. The beta testing program still has to reach many devices including high-end Galaxy A smartphones.
October 9, 2021
Second Beta Update Now Rolling Out for Galaxy S21
Samsung is now rolling out a second beta update for Galaxy S21 series. The new version brings a couple of improvements over the first update, and there are newly added functions on the device. Samsung has brought virtual RAM Plus features to the Galaxy S21 to enhance the performance of the device. After Galaxy A52 5G & Galaxy Z Fold 3, it is another smartphone to get the feature. Samsung has come up with a Microphone mode for video calls. It applies to all the sounds during the video call.
In the new beta version, Samsung has applied a new color theme as well as improved Samsung Keyboard input accuracy. Further, it has fixed an issue where Secure Folder shuts down when running. To make the beta version more stable, Samsung has taken care of performance-related issues. The company further claims, it has applied many other improvements. I Hope, Samsung has fixed all the minor problems that users were facing while using the Galaxy S21.
The firmware version ends with ZUJ1 is now rolling out, and you can download it now. The new version also brings October security patch to the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ & Galaxy S21 Ultra devices. The non-beta version has already got October security patch with Digital Car Key in many countries.
October 5, 2021
Samsung Removed Ads from Samsung Pay & Health apps
No one likes ads on their premium phones, especially from a company like Samsung. Like Xiaomi & Oppo, in the past, Samsung also started to show ads in its pre-installed apps. This August, Samsung has promised to remove advertisements from its default apps. Later, it has removed ads from the weather app, and now to continue its promise, it stopped showing ads in Samsung Pay & Samsung Health apps. The company has officially announced it, and now users in South Korea can experience these two apps without ads.
Both of the default apps become messy due to overloaded ads, and its other example is the Weather app. In these apps, Samsung was showing ads at the top, middle, and bottom of the main screen. After heavy criticism from users as well as from tech experts, Samsung decided to remove ads. After all, users have paid over $1,999 to buy a device to get ad-free & uninterrupted services.
Here is the official statement from Samsung Health Manager at the Samsung community.
This is the Samsung Health Operation Manager. Please note that the banner at the top of the Samsung Health app will not be provided from October 1st.
Also, you can read user’s better experiences after the removal of ads by visiting the below source. Some users claim, after removing ads from Samsung Pay, they have seen much faster speed in payment execution. Finally, the Samsung Themes is another service that will soon get an ad-free version.
Source (in Korean)
October 1, 2021
Galaxy S21 Series Update Get Digital Key to Control Supported Cars
Update: Samsung has now officially announced the first car to support Samsung Digital key is Genesis’ V60 model. The Genesis car in South Korea will be controlled by the car key to open & close doors, start the engine, adjust seats & mirrors, and to open trunk. The digital key in Samsung Pass has also come to Galaxy Note 20, Galaxy Z Fold 2, Fold 3 & Z Flip 3 smartphones.
Original: Samsung is now releasing its latest October security patch for the Galaxy S21 series devices. The new firmware version is now rolling out in Germany, the Philippines, India, and South Korea, at the time of writing this article. Though the new update in other countries comes to fix minor issues, in the home country, it brought one of the major functions. Yes, Samsung has finally brought Digital Key function for Galaxy S21+ & Galaxy S21 Ultra devices. At the launching of these devices, Samsung promised to bring the Digital key feature to add a car key to Samsung Pass.
With the digital key feature, users can register their car key to Samsung Pass. If you are still not using Samsung Pass, then you should start using it if you have a supported car. Samsung has already stated the selected models of Audi, BMW, Genesis, and Ford will get car key support. At present, we don’t know which car models are eligible for this Samsung feature. With the Car Key, you can open & close the doors using an NFC tag. Also, you can start the engine while placing your smartphone on the wireless charging pad.
The Digital key function in Samsung Pass will soon be available in other countries including the US & European countries. The update which is releasing in South Korea is different than the update now releasing in other countries. The Galaxy S21 series in other regions are getting firmware number G99*BXXU3AUIE. In South Korea, the S21 series is getting firmware ends with ‘AUIG’. To check for the latest October update, go to Settings and check for any pending update in the Software Update section.
September 30, 2021
Galaxy Z Fold 3 & Flip 3 Receive Digital Car Key in October Updates
The Galaxy Z Fold 3 & Z Flip 3 has received the Digital Car key function in the latest firmware update. Yesterday, Samsung has opened this feature for Galaxy S21+ & Galaxy S21 Ultra devices. Along with the new function, both foldable phones have received an October security patch to enhance their security and performance. Further, the company has improved existing features by taking care of known issues.
On the Z Fold 3 & Flip 3, users can register their car key to Samsung Pass. The feature will help users to open the door, close the door, adjust seats & mirror, and start the engine on supported cars. To start the engine, the user has to place the phone on a wireless charging pad.
Currently, cars from Ford, Audi, BMW & Genesis are supported, and Samsung said the supported car models will be confirmed later. Along with it, Z Fold 3 users will see improvements in screen, flex mode usability, and device security.
Furthermore, the firmware for Z Flip 3 brings improvements in Flex mode usability and camera performance. As per the changelog, the Z Flip 3 users will also get stability in device charging, screen, and notification. The firmware version F926NKSU1AUID has been released for Z Fold 3, and it weighs 403MB in size.
The Z Flip 3 gets firmware version F711NKSU2AUIE, and it comes with a 387MB file size. Both devices are receiving new firmware versions in South Korea. The other countries may soon receive the October security patch along with other improvements (not sure about Digital Key function) in the coming days.
September 29, 2021
Second Beta Update for Galaxy S21 Postponed to Next Week
The second beta update that is scheduled to launch today has been postponed to next week. The official Beta Operation Manager has stated the news in Samsung community South Korea. As per the previous report, the second beta version for Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ & Galaxy S21 Ultra was supposed to release today in South Korea. Sadly, Samsung’s official member come ahead and confirmed it is not going to happen this week. However, the Beta Manager didn’t mention the main reason behind the delay, but he promised to bring a more stable version next week.
If there is an issue on Samsung’s side, then the other countries might also face delays. Also, it arises a question whether this week the company will release the first beta for Galaxy S21 in other countries like India, China & Poland. Here is the official answer from Beta Operation Manager.
The second version will be opened next week to provide the most stable version possible.
Sorry for the inconvenience, but please wait a little longer.
After Galaxy S21, Galaxy S20 & Galaxy Note 20 series devices are also in line to participate in Android 12-based One UI 4 beta testing. The beta testing may also come to Galaxy Z series and some Galaxy A series phones. As per the previous report, the stable version of One UI 4.0 may release in December for flagship models.
September 29, 2021
One UI 3.1.1 Update Heads to Tablets with Galaxy Tab S7+ 5G (Update: Other Variants too)
After releasing One UI 3.1.1 firmware update to its Galaxy foldable phones, Samsung is now rolling out the new version to its tablets. The Galaxy tab S7+ 5G is the first tablet to receive the company’s new One UI 3.1.1 version with added functions, along with Android’s September 1st security patch. As Samsung mentioned, only Galaxy foldable & Galaxy tablets will receive all the features of One UI 3.1.1, and the other flagship will get selected features. The changelog will remain same here, but Galaxy Tab S7+ is getting new functions and improvements in existing features.
The new version has added a three-split view function on the multi-window. Previously, multi-window was supported a two-split view, and this time Samsung made it even better. In this feature, users can adjust the height & width of the opened apps. By long-pressing on the display, users can choose whether they want to switch between split-screen or pop-up view. The new update also brought ‘Labs’ support for the Galaxy Tab S7+ tablet. In the Labs, It lets you pin your favorite apps on the taskbar.
Finally, the tab has got Remaster photos in the Gallary function, which is now available on most Galaxy smartphones. The new One UI 3.1.1 version is rolling out in Italy & Netherland, which will come to other places soon. The firmware version T976BXXU2BUI1 is available for Galaxy Tab S7+ 5G and weighs 1370MB in size. The other variants of the Tab S7 series will receive it in the future.
Update: As we dug out more, we discovered that the other models Galaxy Tab S7, Galaxy Tab S7+, Galaxy Tab S7 FE with Wi-Fi only as well as 5G/LTE are receiving the One UI 3.1.1 update in Europe.
September 18, 2021
One UI 4.0 Beta with Android 12 for Galaxy S21 Started
After so much hide & seek, finally, Samsung has rolled out One UI 4.0 Beta for Galaxy S21 series devices. Samsung has officially announced it on the website, and also released a video on YouTube. After last week’s announcement, many users were worried about whether they will get the beta version this month. It was also in the news that the beta update will release in October. To stop all the rumors & news, Samsung today come ahead, and officially declared a beta testing program will start from today. It has now open in Samsung’s home country, and soon open in the US & Germany.
In One UI 4.0 Beta version, Samsung has added 18 new features & changes. The Android 12 has focused on privacy of the users very seriously. It will alert users which of their apps are using camera, mic & speaker in the notification panel. Users can also view last seven days history of app permissions. The Lab section of the Advanced feature section opens new tested features for the Galaxy S21 series smartphones.
In Lab section, users can use force split screen and pop-up view features for any apps. In the update, you will notice minor changes in overall apps & functions. It has enhanced smoothness of the UI & increased its privacy. With the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 version, Samsung has brought whole new experience to the Galaxy smartphones. You can apply for the beta testing program from Samsung Members app. In the Members app, you will see login page. Sign up to the beta program and download the firmware.
September 14, 2021
Samsung Postponed One UI 4.0 Beta Program for Galaxy S21
Earlier, the Samsung rep had officially confirmed the beta testing for the One UI 4.0 version with Android 12 will start from today, September 09, in its home country. Now, looks like there is something change in the plan, and that’s not going to happen today. Samsung official team has again come ahead and announced that the beta program for the One UI 4.0 version which was supposed to open today has been postponed. The official representative hasn’t mentioned any reason behind the sudden delay in the schedule.
In the earlier statement, the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ & Galaxy S21 Ultra on SKT, KT & LGU+ telecom subscribers were planned to get beta version later today. Now, in the changed plan, all these users have to wait for a little longer to join the beta testing. It also put doubt on the other answer given by the Samsung rep. He stated the beta testing will be open between September 09 to October 29, which hints at the end of October or in early November, flagship models may receive stable versions.
If the beta testing has been postponed for a couple of days, then as per mentioned schedule, the users could still get their hands on a stable version in early November. Along with South Korea, the US & Germany will be joining a beta testing program for Galaxy S21. India, UK & China still have to get official confirmation about the beta joining. The beta program will also open for Galaxy S20, Galaxy Note 20 & previous-gen Galaxy foldable phones.
September 9, 2021
One UI 4.0 Beta for Galaxy S21 Could Start From Today, September 09
This is the month to join the beta testing for different Samsung Galaxy smartphones. The company has officially announced One UI 4.0 Beta program for Galaxy S21 series in South Korea, the US & Germany. Though the Beta Operation Managers in these countries mentioned the beta testing will open soon, we didn’t know the exact opening date. Not for long. At least now we know when Android 12-based One UI 4.0 Beta for Galaxy S21 lineup will open. According to the official Samsung rep, the company will start rolling out beta version from today September 09 in the home country.
Yes, in the official reply to the users, he has mentioned the opening date and the closing date for the next big beta testing program. If he is true, then in South Korea, Samsung could open beta testing for Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ & Galaxy S21 Ultra devices from today. He has also mentioned the closing date for beta testing is October 29, which indicates stable Android 12 with One UI 4.0 is not far away. At October end or in November, the flagship models like Galaxy S21, Galaxy S20 & Note 20 could get stable Android 12 version. Here is the main part from official answer.
Thank you very much for using our Samsung products. I understand that you asked about the beta schedule while using the Galaxy S21 product. You must have been very curious. One Ul 4 (Android 12 0S) beta test target models are S21 / s21 + / S21 Ultra SKT, KT, LGU + subscribers and re-phone users, the period is from 9/9 to 10/29.
To join the next beta, login to the Samsung Members app, and apply for the program. The company said this time there will be enough space for all participants in first wave. Note that the conversation image hasn’t been added due to the low quality & in South Korean language.
September 9, 2021
Galaxy Z Fold 3 & Flip 3 September Updates Bring Plenty of Improvements
The new Galaxy Z Fold 3 & Flip 3 foldable phones are selling in the market like hotcakes. They are receiving good reviews from both users as well as from some famous reviewers. Both devices have included plenty of new features. Now, to make them even better or to improve every corner of the devices, Samsung has released new firmware updates to enhance the quality and raise the bar. The company has improved many essential functions on both devices.
Talking about the Galaxy Z Fold 3, it has improved multi-window usability. Further, the Edge panel app display and the keypad behavior on cover screen features have improved to get better results. The Galaxy Z Flip 3 also has received many improvements. Samsung has improved Multi-window usability and Edge panel app display features. Furthermore, the firmware brings improvements to the cover screen flickering during wired/wireless charging.
Finally, the Z Flip 3 has raised the quality of cover screen clock visibility and improved behavior when setting GIF as cover screen image. The security and stability of the foldable phones have been enhanced in the update. The firmware version F926NKSU1AUHB is releasing for Galaxy Z Fold 3, and version F711NKSU1AUHC is releasing for Z Flip 3. Both devices have been promoted to Android’s September 1st security patch. The new updates have been dispatched in South Korea, which will soon reach other regions.
September 6, 2021
Android 12 Beta will Soon Open in the US & Germany
Samsung Beta Operation Manager has announced One UI 4.0 Beta testing program for South Korea. The list is now growing, and Samsung has officially confirmed the beta program for another two countries. Along with Samsung’s home country, it will open in the US & Germany. The Beta Operation Managers in the US & Germany have officially posted a banner in the Samsung Members app and confirmed it. Further, in China, the One UI 4.0 Beta with Android 12 update has leaked in the firmware version.
The famous leaker IceUniverse has shared a screenshot of the leaked firmware version from the next beta update. As per the source, the internal testing for the developers has started in China & South Korea. We have already mentioned the next Android 12 beta version will start rolling out from mid-September or before that. From time to time, we get many hints from the leaked data about the next major update. Previously, the company has upgraded the Good Lock module One Hand Operation+ with Android 12 support.
A few days ago, Geekbench has also revealed Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G running with the next beta version. When the time comes, all these countries will receive a link to join beta testing. To get ready, download the Samsung Members app from the Play Store or Galaxy Store. The beta manager has informed that this year, the company will recruit all the participants in the first opening. The Galaxy S20, Note 20, Fold 2, Galaxy S10 & Note 10 are also in line to join the beta program.
Source
September 2, 2021
Android 12-based One UI 4.0 Beta Coming Soon
The Beta Operation Manager at Samsung community has officially promised to open One UI 4.0 Beta version. On the official page, he has posted a banner and promised to bring it soon. That means, in the coming days or weeks, users can join the beta testing. First, it will open for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ & Galaxy S21 Ultra devices. Later, it will open for the previous flagship models like Galaxy Note 20 & Galaxy S20 series. It will also come to the foldable phones & maybe to the other high mid-range smartphones in the future.
As per the sources, the beta testing will start in mid-September, but we guess it could open before that. Samsung is now delivering One UI 3.1.1 version for its foldable phones & for Galaxy tablets. The One UI 3.1.1 features are also coming for flagship smartphones Galaxy S21, Galaxy S20, Note 20, and others. Now, it is time to join the next major update One UI 4.0 version. After beta testing, we could see a stable version to dispatch in early November.
It will first open in Samsung’s home country South Korea, and later, it will come to the other regions. To join the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 Beta, you have to log in to the Samsung Members app. If you don’t have the installed Samsung Members app, then first download it. When the beta version is officially announced, then the Beta Operation Manager will post the official login page & link in the Members app.
Source
August 31, 2021
More Leaks Hint One UI 4 Beta Could Open in Mid-September
As September is around the corner, we are getting more evidence to soon receive Android 12-based One UI 4.0 Beta in mid-September. Today, we received more information that hints the beta opening will be sooner than we expect. As per the previous news, Samsung may open One UI 4.0 Beta for Galaxy S21 at the end of September. Now, the new information shared on the Samsung community by a user named Old Man says the beta will open in mid-September. Firstly, we also ignored it even when he mentioned he got this information from the insider.
Now, looks like the user named Old Man may be true, and Galaxy S21 will soon see a beta opening. To make it more solid, we have other news to share. The first is, Samsung is building a new beta firmware version for Galaxy S21 series. In South Korea, we have found build number G991NKSU3ZUHE for the S21 model. In the firmware, the Z letter clearly indicates the beta version which the company is preparing for next month.
One more piece of evidence was found at the Geekbench, where Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G is listed. In the Geekbench score, Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G scored 1122 in Single-core and 3469 scores in multi-core on Android 12 version. It again indicates Samsung is testing Android 12 on these flagship models.
In the last, Samsung is also preparing its Good Lock modules for the next Android 12-based One UI 4 version. The first module to get the support is One Hand Operation+. The module has today get updated, and in the changelog, it mentions Android 12 support. It means, the company is also getting ready its apps and services for the next big update.
When the time approaches, the Beta Operation Manager will post the official banner and the launching date. The Galaxy S21 series is first in the line to join it, and later it will open for Galaxy S20 & Galaxy Note 20 series devices. Like the previous year, it could also open for foldable phones, and probably on high-end Galaxy A series smartphones.
August 26, 2021
Galaxy S21 Lineup Now receiving One UI 3.1.1 Features
Samsung has introduced One UI 3.1.1 software version along with Galaxy Z Flip 3 & Z Fold 3 devices. It includes couple of new features and changes to the devices. Now, it is time to deliver this new software to the older Galaxy devices as the company promised. The flagship models Galaxy S21, S21+ & S21 Ultra are now getting One UI 3.1.1 features in their latest August update. Samsung has already mentioned the One UI version will remain the same, but only features will come to the older models.
In the new version, users can see improved UI, new bedtime mode, accidental touch protection, and a new weather app version. Further, the animations and pop-up menus load faster, and there is an enhanced camera app. Some users also pointed out the Galaxy S21 devices are not heating that much compared to the last version. In the US, T-Mobile users have also received new VoNR (Voice over New Radio) function. The changelog hasn’t mentioned any features or changes, so it will take some time to notice all the changes that happened in the new UI version.
The firmware version G99*WVLU4AUGQ is now rolling out in the US for T-Mobile & Canada, which will soon dispatch in the other regions. The file size is 1082MB in size, and it brings Android’s August security patch. The Galaxy S20 & Note 20 series will soon receive the firmware version in the coming days. Samsung is preparing for One UI 4.0 beta for Galaxy S21 for Mid-September, where the users will taste another major UI features. To know more about this Galaxy S21 update, you can join the discussion on the Twitter page.
August 25, 2021