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(Update: Second Beta Released) Galaxy S10 One UI 3.0 Beta Now Open
Update (Dec 14): The second beta version for Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+ & Galaxy S10e is now available to install. The latest firmware version ends with ZTL8 is here with lots of improvements and bug fixes. It solves UI animation is not smooth, camera force close, camera crash, and other known issues. It also stabilizes third-party apps, fingerprints, and other features. The second beta for Galaxy S10 has dispatched in South Korea & India, and in a matter of time, it will release in other countries.
Original Article Follows: Samsung has finally started to roll out One UI 3.0 Beta update for its last year flagship phones – Galaxy S10, S10+, S10e & S10 5G models. As promised by Beta Operation Manager last week, Samsung has opened it in the UK, India, and in the home country. Today, when the Galaxy Fold 2 Beta version suspended due to serious bugs, many users were thinking, the company might postpone it again, but finally, Samsung opened it. With the update, users can use Android 11-based One UI 3.0 features. You can use the beta version and send the experience to the official team.
The Galaxy S10 series is the last to receive the One UI 3.0 Beta version. Before it, Samsung has pushed beta for the Galaxy S20 series, Galaxy Note 20 series, Galaxy Note 10 series, Galaxy Z Flip & Galaxy Z Fold 2 devices. Though the Z Fold 2 received it today, it has postponed for a later day because of the errors. In South Korea, the users on KT, SKT, LG U+, unlocked models, and in India, all unlocked devices can apply for a beta program. Till now, none of the users have complained anything about this beta version.
To install the One UI 3.0 Beta update on your Galaxy S10 series, open Samsung Members app. In the app, you will see official banner to sign up for the beta program. Once you apply, then you can install it on your smartphone. Today, the Beta Operation Manager has officially confirmed it is closing beta program for Galaxy Note 20 series, so it means, we are near to get stable Android 11 version with One UI 3.0 flavour.
December 14, 2020
Next Beta Updates for Galaxy S10 & Note 10 Postponed to Next Week
At the end of last month, Samsung had opened the One UI 3.0 beta version for Galaxy S10 series smartphones. Though Samsung has released the first beta version for previous flagship devices, since then, they haven’t received any other update. Now, the official Beta Operation manager in South Korea mentions, the second beta for Galaxy S10 has been delayed, and the team will try to release it next week. Today, in the answer to the question, the beta manager has answered users.
It is not the only lineup that has been postponed. The third beta update for Galaxy Note 10 & Note 10+ also has been postponed to the next week. Luckily, Galaxy Z Fold 2 users in South Korea have received a second update this week, so the overseas users will get it soon. The main reason for the firmware delay is some issues in the Samsung Pass, and the official team is working on it. There may be some other issues that the support team hasn’t mentioned, so we think the rollout will begin after the fixes.
It could be the rush of stable Android 11 with One UI 3.0 for the new flagship models. Samsung has already dispatched a stable Android 11 version for the Galaxy S20 series in all the major countries. The Galaxy Note 20 lineup may also get it in the coming weeks. There is also saying, due to the early launch of Galaxy S21, Samsung is working on the One UI 3.1 version, that we could see in January. Let’s wait for the next week to receive the next beta update for your Galaxy S10 & Galaxy Note 10 devices.
December 9, 2020
Samsung Released Android 11 Schedule for Galaxy Devices
As the company promised last month, it has released its official roadmap for the Android 11 update. The update will start from this month and it will continue till June next year. The first lucky device to get the version is from the Galaxy S20 family. Samsung has already started working on the firmware for Galaxy S20, S20+ & S20 Ultra models. Later, the Galaxy Note 10 series, Galaxy Note 20 series, and the Galaxy S10 lineup (Not included S10e) will receive Android 11 with One UI 3.0 in January.
The other flagships, Galaxy Z & Z Fold 2 have scheduled in January, and the predecessor Galaxy Fold will be getting it in February. In the Lite versions – Galaxy S10 Lite will get the update in January 2021, but the Note 10 Lite will receive it in March next year. Now, coming to the Galaxy A series & Galaxy M series, the first devices to get Android 11 are Galaxy M21, Galaxy M31 & Galaxy A51, which are scheduled for March. As per the current schedule, none of the Galaxy A series or M series devices will receive the version before March.
Now coming to the tablets, Galaxy Tab S7 has the date of the next March, and then the other tablets will follow. We have to take it in mind that this roadmap is for Egypt, so we could see an earlier release for the Galaxy A & M lineup in the Indian roadmap of Samsung. Also, in the flagship segments, some countries may get the version earlier and some will see some delays. You can check the Samsung Members app for your country’s official Android 11 update schedule for your Galaxy device.
December 2, 2020
Galaxy A31 & Galaxy M51 Receives One UI 2.5 Version
Samsung is rolling its new update of One UI 2.5 for its Galaxy A31 & Galaxy M51. The update will likely bring more functions and features to your phone after the latest version. According to the firmware chart, it brings the following versions the A315NKSU1BTK2 for Galaxy A31 & M515FXXU1BTK4 is for Galaxy M51. With this release, the company will also have a November security patch rolling out for better security enhancements.
As we know, the One UI is a software overlay made by Samsung Electronics for its Android devices. The company has been constantly upgrading it to increase user experience to the best available in the market. The current update brings an improved keyboard setting and design for swift functioning with the Bitmoji stickers on the Always-on Display mode. There will also be a few changes in Google’s navigation gestures related to the third-party apps.

The camera will also be upgraded providing more clarity and enhancements. There is also a request button option for users to ask for a Wi-Fi password in the Wi-Fi zone and an option of SOS functions through messages. Other than these functions bugs have been also taken care of, and the overall display has been enhanced.
The Galaxy A31 receiving the One UI 2.5 version in South Korea, and Galaxy M51 users in Russia & Ukraine can see it in their countries. The update is expected to reach you soon, and you can also manually check for updates in your settings panel by simply going to Settings – scroll to Software update – select Download and install.
November 30, 2020
Samsung’s Official Roadmap for Android 11 will unveil in Early December
Samsung is poised to roll out the stable version of Android 11 to its flagship Galaxy S20 series, in December. Currently, the official stable version of Android 11 is undergoing inspection and it has scheduled to open in December. Earlier, Samsung has rolled out the beta version for its other flagships like Samsung Galaxy S20, Galaxy Note 20, Galaxy Z Fold 2, Galaxy S10, Note 10, and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip. However, at present, we know Samsung will roll out the stable version for the Galaxy S20 series in December.
Further, Samsung will release the schedule for rollout of the stable version of Android 11 for other flagship devices, in December. The detailed schedule will confirm the dates for the rollout of Android 11 to the above-mentioned flagship smartphones and other Galaxy A & Galaxy M lineups.
Both the upgrades as Android 11 OS and One UI 3.0 will bring pretty improvements and will enhance user experience. Upgrade to Android 11 will introduce users with impressive features like conversation notifications, notifications history, media control, dark theme schedule, Android Auto, and Voice access updates among others. Further, it improves user privacy and security through features like one-time permission and that too for a specific session.
In the primary stage, it will be rolling out premium flagship smartphones like Samsung Galaxy S20 & S20 Ultra. Eventually, it will come for Galaxy Note 20, Galaxy Fold 2, and other mid-range lineups too. However, we have to wait until December for a detailed rollout schedule. The schedule which is expected to be available in early December will make the picture more clear.
November 28, 2020
Samsung Rep Claims Android 11 for Galaxy S8 & Galaxy S9 Series
Samsung is busy building up the Android 11 version for its new & last year’s flagship devices. From the next month, Samsung will start to deliver One UI 3.0 for all the supported smartphones and Galaxy S20 will be the first to receive it. Now, in a new twist, the Samsung support team on WhatsApp in India is claiming that the company will also release Android 11 for Galaxy S8 & Galaxy S9 lineup. The screenshots shared by users mention the positive answers by Samsung team members.
I know, first I thought, it could be a mistake by a newly joined representative, but more than one customer has received the same answer. Now, is it true or we have to take it as a grain of salt? Last year, when Galaxy S8 users asked the same questions about Android 10, they also had received ‘Yes’ answers, though the company never released it. It could be true with Galaxy S9 & S9+, as it has recently upgraded to the One UI 2.5 version, but there could be less chance for the Galaxy S8 family.
Here is the screenshot shared by a user for the Galaxy S9 series.
And here is the screenshot by the user for the Galaxy S8 lineup.
Samsung has previously declared that the smartphones launched after the Galaxy S10 series & selected Galaxy A series of devices will get 3-years of Android 11 support. Samsung will soon announce its official roadmap of Android 11 for the selected Galaxy smartphones. In the roadmap, it will be clear which devices are in queue to get the Android 11-based One UI 3.0 version. Do you believe on these answers? Give your answer in the comments box below.
November 27, 2020
Galaxy Note 20 One UI 3.0 Beta Closed, Near to Get Stable Version
Samsung has officially declared One UI 3.0 Beta program has closed for Galaxy Note 20 & Note 20 Ultra smartphones. It is the indication of the stable version is near to launch. The Galaxy Note 20 series has received third beta version in the home country when the company announced the closing of the beta program. The Galaxy S20 users still not received any such announcement but I think, it may happen today or tomorrow. Since the beginning of October, Samsung has been opened One UI 3.0 Beta program for many flagship devices. Now, it is a perfect time to release the stable Android 11 version for all the users.
It is not confirmed when the One UI 3.0 stable version will rollout for end users. The official Galaxy Note & Fold Moderator gives hint that the last beta version was near to stable version. Further, he added the company is now giving final hands on the code and reviewing small details. The Samsung Malaysia website has already confirmed stable Android 11 version could release at the end of November or in the beginning of December.
The answer by the official Beta Operation Manager is for South Korean users, so the users in the other countries may receive another beta updates for the Note 20 series. I guess, when Samsung rollout the latest version, then Galaxy S20 series will receive it first, and later it could come to Galaxy Note 20 lineup.
The previous Galaxy Note 10, Galaxy S10, Galaxy Z Flip & Z Fold 2 are still enjoying beta versions, so company might not end soon beta program for those devices. When I receive any official date for stable version, I will inform you, so stay tuned.
November 25, 2020
Second One UI 3.0 Beta Update for Galaxy Note 10 Now Rolling Out
After fixing several issues with the One UI 3.0 Beta version on Galaxy Note 10 & Note 10+, Samsung has finally resumed it. The rollout has now begun in South Korea which comes with many hotfixes that occurred in the previous version. The first beta version for the Galaxy Note 10 had distributed two weeks ago, but the quick battery consumption was the major problem many users faced in the first place. Apart from that, the company has dealt with app crashes and S Pen issues to get the most of it.
The firmware version N97*NKSU1ZTKE weighs 567 MB in size along with the November security patch, now released for Galaxy Note 10 series. The changelog mentions there was more than one serious issue in the first beta. Along with faster battery drain, the second beta resolves automatic Wi-Fi disconnection, fixes wearable compatibility, error in SSID recognition, and unusual shut down in many cases.
Further, the second beta version has taken care of other minor & known issues. It has also provided stability to the device to enhance the overall quality. The second One UI 3.0 beta version is now available to install in South Korea. The Galaxy Note 10 & Note 10+ users can head to the Samsung Member app and install it. Yesterday, Samsung has rolled out a beta update for Galaxy Z Flip and soon it will available to Galaxy S10 & Z Fold 2 devices.
November 24, 2020
Galaxy S10 & Note 10 could Get One UI 3.0 Beta Early Next Week
The Galaxy Note 10, Galaxy S10, Z Flip & Z Fold 2 devices could receive Android 11 based One UI 3.0 update early next week. It is confirmed by the Beta Operation Manager at South Korean Samsung community platform. The Galaxy S20 & Note 20 series devices are enjoying beta updates since few weeks, where these remaining devices are still waiting for it. The Galaxy Note 10 & Galaxy Z Flip had received One UI 3.0 beta version, but that didn’t go well.
The new beta version for previous flagship phones had postponed due to the serious issues like faster battery drain, app crashes and problems with S Pen. After noticing these big issues, Samsung pulled it back and requested users to not install it. The official Galaxy Note_Fold moderator has also confirmed the faster battery drain issue in the user’s reply. He further says, the company will solve these issues in the 2nd beta version for Galaxy Note 10 and try to provide more stability. Here is what both representatives say about this matter.
Galaxy S10 Beta Update News
Galaxy Note 10 Beta Update News
Now, the Beta Operation Manager mentions, the One UI 3.0 beta for Galaxy S10, S10+ & S10e may launch early next week, so that means we could see the update on Monday or Tuesday. It is not clear later which device will get the update first. I guess, Galaxy Z Flip will get it first as they have already received it. Look for the official banner in Samsung Members app for the installation, when the company roll it out.
November 20, 2020
Galaxy A70 & Galaxy A50s Jumped to One UI 2.5
Samsung’s 2019 mid-range smartphones are now upgrading to the newest One Ui 2.5 version. The company is seeding One UI 2.5 update to the Galaxy A70 & Galaxy A50s with all the goodies. The firmware version A507FNXXU5CTK3 for the Galaxy A50s & version A705FNXXUSCTK4 is rolling out for Galaxy A70. With the newest version, Samsung has also released Android’s November security patch to provide enhanced security.
In the One UI 2.5 update, users can use a split keyboard in landscape mode and Bitmoji stickers on the Always-on Display mode. It is now easy to ask for a Wi-Fi password in the Wi-Fi zone, and the new ‘Request Password’ button has been added to the device. It makes it easy to add or delete the languages in the Input languages in Samsung Keyboard. Apart from that, users will get SOS functionalities for Messages, enhanced camera features, and Google’s navigation gestures for third-party apps.
The update for Galaxy A50s (Via SamMobile) is now rolling out in Vietnam, and the Galaxy A70 is getting the One UI 2.5 version in Ukraine. The users in other countries will see this version on their phones in the coming days. We also think, in the next few weeks, more Galaxy A series & Galaxy M series smartphones of 2019 will get One UI 2.5 update.
November 18, 2020
Galaxy S10, Z Flip & Fold 2 One UI 3.0 Beta Update Postponed
After the Galaxy S20 & Galaxy Note 20 series, Samsung had rolled out Android 11-based One UI 3.0 beta version for the Galaxy Note 10 lineup. This week, it supposed to release on other flagship smartphones, but it didn’t happen. As per the Beta Operation Manager at South Korean Samsung Community, there were some serious issues in the One UI 3.0 Beta version of the Galaxy Note 10. It is the reason, the company has postponed beta updates for Galaxy S10, S10+, S10e, Galaxy Z Flip, Galaxy Fold 2, and their 5G variants. As the beta manager stated, it has postponed until all the issues fixed.
It is common to have some issues in the beta version, but it looks like the issues are serious to handle for end users. Actually, yesterday Samsung has released One UI 3.0 beta version for Galaxy Z Flip 5G, but it later pulled back. Some users have even successfully installed it on their foldable Z Flip phone. Now, the official banner has posted on the Community app with the ‘Coming Soon’ sign. The Beta Manager has even requested users to not install this version till they fix the issue. You can read the official answer from the Beta Operation Manager in the below image.
As per the users on Samsung Community, the battery drain is the main issue most of the users are facing on Galaxy Note 10 & Note 10+ devices. Some users are also facing app crashes while using them. The Beta Manager haven’t mentioned next release date, but I think they may rollout out it in this week. Once the company starts roll out of Android 11 based One UI 3.0 beta, all these devices will get it in the sequence, and the Z Flip 5G might be the first one.
November 17, 2020
Galaxy M31s Receives Alt Z Life Features in One UI 2.5 Update
Galaxy M31s, the successor smartphone of Galaxy M31, is now receiving Alt Z Life features in the major One UI 2.5 software rollout. The main aim of Alt Z Life is to provide an extra layer of security to the device. Along with it, the smartphone is getting the latest One UI 2.5 features. All the features come to the device in the latest firmware version M317FXXU2BTK1, and the software is 784MB in size. It has also upgraded to Android’s November security patch.
Samsung has seeded Alt Z Life to the Galaxy A51 & Galaxy A71 smartphones, and now it has come to another mid-range smartphone – Galaxy M31s. In the One UI 2.5 version, it gets Bitmoji stickers on Always-on Display, split-screen keyboard in landscape mode, and SOS location-sharing messages every 30 minutes for 24 hours. Further, it has improved the camera department, and the enhancements come to Pro mode, AR emoji, AR doodle, Smartscan, and scene optimizer.
In the Alt Z Life, the company has added a Secure folder. It gives the ability to switch between private or public modes for apps like WhatsApp, Facebook, Gallery, Camera, etc. You can also hide your private images from the public eye and the Samsung AI will suggest to you which image you should hide. The firmware update is currently rolling out in India, and you can check it from Settings > Software Update.
November 11, 2020
Samsung Confirms One UI 3.0 Beta for Galaxy S20 Users Coming Soon
Samsung Beta manager in South Korea has confirmed One UI 3.0 with Android 11 beta version for the end-users. The Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+ & Galaxy S20 Ultra users are the first devices eligible for One UI 3.0 beta testing. The Beta version is already available for developers, so we can expect it very soon for the general users. At current only, the Beta manager at South Korea has confirmed it, but I think the US & some European countries may soon receive it along with Korean users. To participate in the Android 11 beta program, you have to sign in to Samsung Member app.
The head person of the beta program mentioned to post the official launch date, and the download link will be provided on the Samsung Member app. The Member app is by default pre-installed on almost all Samsung Galaxy smartphones, so if you haven’t signed up to it yet, then do it. You will get all the details to install the beta version on the community app once it is made official. Last year too, beta testing was first started in South Korea for the Galaxy S10 users and later opened in the US & Germany.
After the Galaxy S20 lineup, we can see the beta program for Galaxy Note 20 series soon. In the One UI 3.0 version with Android 11, we will get features like improved gesture navigation, prediction tools, security & privacy. Along with it, users will get built-in screen recording, smart home media controls, new conversation tabs, and the better 5G network detection. Samsung also brings some of its features to the table.
September 29, 2020
(Update: Note 10 too) One UI 2.5 Update Now Rolling Out for Galaxy S10 Series
With the launch of Galaxy Note 20 & Note 20 Ultra, Samsung has introduced One UI 2.5 version with some new features. Nearly two weeks ago, the company has dispatched this new update to the 2020’s Galaxy S20 series flagship models. Now the company is seeding a newer version to the Galaxy S10 series (not Galaxy S10 Lite) with almost all the features of One UI 2.5. The firmware version G97*FXXU8DTH7 is now rolling out for the devices, and as per the users mentioned, it is available in Germany. Along with it, you will see the latest Android’s September security patch.
The One UI 2.5 brings support for Wireless Dex, which lets you mirror your smartphone screen to the supported Samsung smart TVs. The Pro Video Mode has also been enhanced to get the most from the camera. Also, the update has made it easy to share Wi-Fi credentials with other Samsung Galaxy devices. In the keyboard, the keyboard search has been added that allows users to search for YouTube videos.
The keyboard also supports landscape mode for easy writing. In the SOS function, users can now share their real-time location every 30 minutes for 24 hours. Further, in the Always On Display users can set Bitmoji stickers, and finally Screen zoom & Font Size options have added for the customization of display size. The update is currently rolling out in Germany, and it will soon distribute in other countries. You can check for the update manually from the Settings – Software Update.
As the Galaxy S10 is receiving One UI 2.5 firmware version, we think Galaxy Note 10 lineup will also get the same version very soon. Samsung has also confirmed One UI 2.5 software for Galaxy S9 & Note 9 and as per the report, the company has started building it.
As the users reported, the Galaxy Note 10 series is also now getting the latest One UI 2.5 update. The new firmware is now rolling out in European countries and soon it will distribute in other regions. You can check the new version in Settings – Software Update – Download update.
September 3, 2020
Galaxy A51 Update Gets Missing One UI 2.1 Camera Features
At the beginning of May, when Samsung seeded major Android 10-based One UI 2.1 update for Galaxy A51, the company left-out some camera functions from it. There were a couple of camera features that supposed to come to the smartphone, but Samsung decided not to release them. Those excluded features are Single Take, AR Zone, Live Caption mode, My Filters, Pro Mode & Night Hyperlapse. Now, with the latest firmware version, the Galaxy A51 smartphone is receiving those missing One UI 2.1 functions.
As per the changelog, three main camera features Single take, My filters and Night hyperlapse is launching on a smartphone. In the first Single take mode, when you tap the shutter button, then it allows you to capture video & photos for 10 seconds. The Night hyperlapse brings the ability to shoot crisp & clear low light hyperlapse videos. The last My filter is useful to customize & create your favorite images with different styles & colors for future shots. Apart from that, the new version brought overall stability to the existing features and squashed the minor bugs.
The new firmware A515FXXU3BTF4 is rolling out in Malaysia, so we haven’t got a chance to see the other changes on the Galaxy A51. After the update of your smartphone, you can share if there is a new function or other changes in this version. In this 336MB file, the update also bringing Google’s latest Android security patch for June. These newly added features will bring Galaxy A51 closer to Galaxy S9, Note 9 & Galaxy Fold as they have received almost all the One UI 2.1 functions. The firmware may soon release in other countries, you can check it manually from the Settings -> Software update menu.
June 22, 2020
Note 9 One UI 2.1 Update Gets Pro Mode, Single Take & Many More
Samsung is now distributing One UI 2.1 version for Galaxy Note 9 smartphone. The firmware version N960FXXU5ETF5 is now releasing with the June security patch. It is currently rolling out in Germany, and soon it will hit in South Korea and other regions. As per the previous schedule, the One UI 2.1 version supposed to release next week for both Galaxy S9 & Note 9, so it is a surprise treat from the company. As some customers had a chance to use the new version, it has found out not all the Galaxy S20 features come to Note 9.
The inherited functions from the One UI 2.1 for the old flagship phone are Quick share & Music share. Both features allow you to share files & Bluetooth audio connection with other devices, respectively. The Pro Mode in video recording has made a come back to Note 9. It was previously the part of Galaxy S9 & Note 9; then later, the company removed it for some reason. This year, with Galaxy S20, the feature has returned and now came back to Galaxy Note 9. The Pro Mode & Bixby Routines for video recording will not be the part of the Galaxy S9 series.
In the camera department, Single Take features have introduced to take a series of pictures and videos when you tap the shutter button. The new version also lets you control shutter speed. You can also create custom filers, along with AR Doodle & AR Emoji features. The 1.2 GB One UI 2.1 firmware is available in Germany, and soon it will release in other countries without any delay.
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June 10, 2020