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Samsung One UI 5.0 Changelog: All New Features

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After several leaks, the South Korean company officially announced the One UI 5.0 based on the Android 13 beta program. And it is expected, it comes with numerous new features and changes for a better experience.

One UI 5.0 is a slight redesign of the notification panel with respect to One UI 4. With the new interface comes OCR (Optical Character Recognition) support, thanks to which users can copy text from images on Gallery and keyboard. When the system locates text in an image, it shows a key to retrieve it.

Other new features should include improvements to the security and privacy section (where you can find all your accounts, passwords, security, and privacy features), with suggestions for less experienced users.

Another new features include collaboration in Samsung Notes, apps active in quick settings, the device image on the smartphone information page, and the UWB switch in settings.

Samsung One UI 5.0 Changelog

Samsung released the OTA update of One UI 5.0 beta for Galaxy S22 series users. And here we shared the full changelog of the One UI 5.0. Android 13 based One UI 5 brings you a wide collection of new features and enhancements for your Galaxy devices. You can check the official Samsung One UI 5.0 changelog and instructions below.

One UI 5 Upgrade (Android 13)

One UI 5 brings you more powerful personalization and makes it easier to get things done across your Galaxy devices.

Your Galaxy, your way

  • More options for your color palette
  • It’s easier to find the colors that are right for you. Choose from up to 16 color themes based on your wallpaper as well as preset color themes that aren’t related to your wallpaper.
  • Stack widgets on your Home screen
  • Combine several widgets of the same size into a single widget to save space on your Home screen. Just drag a widget onto the stack to add it, then swipe to switch between widgets.
  • Easily see who’s calling
  • Set a different call background for each contact so you easily see who’s calling with just a quick glance.
  • Get only the notifications you allow
  • When you use an app for the first time, you’ll be asked whether you want to receive notifications from it. Feel free to say no to apps that you don’t want to disturb you.
  • Easier access to app notification controls
  • Is an app sending you too many notifications? It’s easier than ever to block it with reorganized notification settings placing app notification controls at the top.
  • Choose which types of notifications apps can send
  • You now have separate control over whether apps can show pop-up notifications, app icon badges, and notifications on the Lock screen. Allow all types, some, or none. It’s up to you.
  • Stay on top of reminders due today
  • The new Today category shows only reminders due today. You’ll also be reminded of reminders due today at the top of the main screen in the Reminder app.
  • Show and hide completed reminders
  • You can show or hide the completed reminders in any category. Show to see what you’ve already done, or hide to stay focused on things you still need to finish.
  • Choose the right view for your reminders
  • Choose the simple view to show more reminders on the screen at once or an expanded view that includes details such as the due date and repeating conditions.
  • Set a language for each app
  • Want to use some apps in one language and other apps in another? You can now choose which language will be used for each app in Settings.
  • Edit your Lock screen wallpaper collection
  • After selecting a group of images to use for your Lock screen wallpaper, you can easily add or remove images later.
  • Customize the spacebar row in Samsung Keyboard
  • You can choose which function keys and punctuation marks to show in the bottom row of the keyboard next to the spacebar.
  • Improved sound and vibration settings
  • Menus have been reorganized to make it easier to find the sound and vibration options you need. Set your ringtone and change the volume and vibration intensity, all in the same place.
  • Be more productive
  • Extract text from any image or screen
  • Extract text using Samsung Keyboard, Internet, Gallery, or whenever you take a screenshot. Paste the result into a message, email, or document instead of typing.
  • Get suggestions based on text in images
  • When text appears in an image in Gallery, Camera, or other apps, actions will be recommended based on the text. For example, if you take a picture of a sign with a phone number or web address on it, you can tap to call the number or visit the site.
  • Do more with your connected devices
  • The Connected devices menu has been added to Settings, making it quicker and easier to access features that work with other devices, like Quick Share, Smart View, and Samsung DeX.
  • Switch your view with a gesture
  • Switch from full screen to split screen view by swiping inward with two fingers from the left side, right side, or bottom of the screen. Switch from full screen to pop-up view by swiping inward with one finger from either corner at the top of the screen. Gestures can be turned on or off in Settings.
  • Quickly open apps in split screen
  • Just drag an app from the Recents screen to the side of the screen where you want to open it.
  • Use several timers at once
  • You can now start a new timer in the Clock app even if another timer is still running.
  • More control over calendar event invitees
  • When you add an event to your Google calendar, you can choose whether invitees are allowed to see who else is invited to the event and also choose whether they can invite other people.
  • Enhanced taskbar in Samsung DeX
  • A search button has been added to make it easier to find apps you want to use, and you can right-click certain apps to quickly access tasks within the app. You can also customize which buttons and apps you want to appear on your taskbar.
  • New notification indicator in DeX
  • A red dot will appear on the notification button in your taskbar if any new notifications have been received since the last time you opened the notification panel.
  • Mini calendar in DeX
  • Clicking the date in your taskbar now opens a mini calendar, allowing you to quickly check upcoming events without opening the full Calendar app.
  • Better support for physical keyboards
  • Samsung Keyboard features such as emoji input and text correction are now available when you’re using a physical keyboard.
  • More powerful search in My Files
  • Choose whether to search all files or only files in the current folder. You can also choose between searching only file names or searching information inside of files, such as text in documents or location information in images. When your search is complete, you can sort the results by name, date, size, or file type.
  • Redesigned Digital Wellbeing
  • The Digital Wellbeing app has been redesigned to make it easier to access the features you need, like screen time reports and app timers. Bedtime mode and Focus modes have been moved to Bixby Routines.
  • Do more with Bixby Routines
  • Bedtime mode moved to Bixby Routines
  • You can now manage Bedtime mode in Bixby Routines instead of Clock. Bixby Routines lets you automate more actions when it’s time for bed, like turning on Do not disturb or changing other settings on your phone.
  • Choose modes based on your activity
  • Choose a mode based on what you’re doing, such as exercising, studying, or working, then choose what you want your phone to do in each situation. For example, turn on Do not disturb when you’re studying or play music when you’re exercising.
  • Easier to discover preset routines
  • A simplified layout makes it easier to find routines that are useful for you in Bixby Routines.
  • Check running routines quickly
  • Routines that are currently running are now shown at the top of the Bixby Routines screen so you can understand what’s happening and make changes if necessary.
  • More actions and conditions for your routines
  • Automatically start routines when you use Airplane mode. Routines can now turn on the Assistant menu and adjust the left/right sound balance.
  • Express yourself
  • New emojis available for emoii pairs
  • In Samsung Keyboard, more than 80 additional emojis are available for creating an emoji pair. You can now combine emojis based on animals, food, and other obiects in addition to facial expressions. Choose the perfect combination to get your feelings across.
  • New AR Emoii stickers
  • New stickers are available for download so you can always find the right sticker to express your emotions.
  • More default stickers for your AR Emoii
  • When you create a new AR Emoji, 15 stickers are created by default giving you even more ways to express yourself.
  • Transparent backgrounds for AR emoji stickers
  • Create stickers with transparent backgrounds so they fit better in your photos and social media posts.
  • Create videos with 2 emojis together
  • Use 2 different emojis to create fun videos you can share with friends, set as a call background, or show on your Lock screen. Various dances and poses are available as templates.
  • Use any picture as your emoji background
  • In Scene and Mask modes, you can choose any picture from Gallery to use as the background for your emoji.
  • Add stickers to your Google calendar
  • When you add an event to your Google calendar, you can now add stickers that make it easy to recognize the event at a glance. After adding a sticker to an event, the sticker will be visible in both calendar and agenda views.
  • Create stickers from any picture
  • Create reusable stickers from any picture in your gallery. Use the lasso tool to select the content of your sticker, then add decorations or outlines.
  • New stickers in Photo Editor
  • 60 new preloaded emoji stickers are available for decorating your pictures.
  • More ways to edit GIFs
  • You can trim and transform animated GIFs to make them the right size or shape. You can also use the same editing features that are available for still images to decorate your GIF however you like.
  • Rearrange expression buttons in Samsung Keyboard
  • Touch and hold the emoji, sticker, and other buttons to rearrange them.
  • Enter kaomoji directly from Samsung Keyboard
  • Spice up your chats and texts with preset Japanese-style facial expressions created using keyboard symbols. (*^.^*)
  • Pictures and videos
  • Get help with Pro mode
  • A help icon will appear in Pro and Pro video modes. Tap the icon to get tips and guidance for using the various lenses, options, and controls.
  • Histogram in Pro mode
  • Use the histogram to check the brightness of each tone to help you get the perfect exposure.
  • Zoom more easily with one hand
  • The zoom bar has been condensed so you can Zoom in or out farther with a single swipe.
  • Easily go back to Photo mode
  • When you use camera modes located in the More menu, a Back button is now available to take you back to Photo mode at any time.
  • Add watermarks to your pictures
  • Automatically add a watermark in the corner of each picture containing the date and time a picture was taken, or your phone’s model name, or other custom information.
  • Telephoto lens is now supported in Food mode
  • Take better close-up shots of food using the telephoto lens.
  • All-new look for Stories
  • Stories that are automatically created in your Gallery have been revamped with an immersive slideshow view. Just tap or swipe to move between pictures and videos in your story.
  • Choose filters more easily
  • The filter selection menu has been streamlined in Camera, Photo Editor, and Video Editor. All filters are available in one list, making it easier to find the perfect filter for your picture or video.
  • Quicker Bixby when you need it most
  • Faster than ever
  • On-device mode saves Bixby commands on your phone so they work faster and don’t require a data connection.
  • Answer calls, alarms, and timers without “Hi, Bixby”
  • When you’ve got an incoming call or an alarm or timer rings, you can get help from Bixby without saying “”Hi Bixby.’ Just say “”‘Answer the phone” or ‘Turn off the alarm.
  • Stay safe and secure
  • Check your phone’s security status at a glance
  • The new Security dashboard in Settings shows whether your phone has any security issues and helps you fix them quickly.
  • Get help in an emergency
  • Quickly press the Side key 5 times to call emergency services even if your phone’s in your pocket or you aren’t able to talk.
  • Integrated emergency contact list
  • Create an emergency contact list that includes the people you want to contact in case of an emergency. The same contact list can be used for emergency features on both your watch and your phone.
  • Get a warning before you share personal information
  • The share panel will let you know when you attempt to share photos that contain sensitive information, such as credit cards, ID cards, or passports, so you can reconsider whether you really want to share them.
  • Security and privacy information for websites
  • An icon will appear in the address bar in Samsung Internet to show a site’s security status. Tap the icon to learn which information the website collects and tracks.
  • Accessible to everyone
  • More accessibility options in the quick panel
  • High contrast font, Color inversion, Color adjustment, and Color filters can be added to the quick panel for easier access.
  • Magnifier is easier to access
  • Turn on the Magnifier shortcut in Accessibility settings to get quick access to the Magnifier feature. Magnifier uses your phone’s camera to enlarge items in the real world so you can take a closer look or make them easier to read.
  • More spoken assistance
  • Choose from various types of voice feedback to get help using your phone even if you can’t see the screen clearly. You can make your phone read out keyboard input so you can be sure you typed the correct letter, use Bixby Vision to recognize nearby objects and tell you what they are, and turn on descriptions that explain what’s happening in a video (only for supported videos).
  • Improved support for braille displays
  • TalkBack now provides native support for braille displays without the need to install extra apps.
  • Your braille display will work with most features of your phone, including the initial setup process.
  • English, Spanish, Arabic, and Polish are supported.
  • Easily edit your Accessibility button
  • Tap and hold the Accessibility button to quickly change the features you can access using the button.
  • New actions available for Corner actions
  • When you move your mouse to one of the corners of the screen, you can now click and hold, drag, drag and drop, go to the top of the screen, or go to the bottom.
  • Additional changes
  • New layout for notifications
  • App icons are larger, making it easier to see which app sent the notification. Text alignment has also been improved to make notifications easier to read.
  • Screen calls before you answer
  • Let calls be answered automatically to ask the reason for the call. If you can’t or don’t want to talk, you can tap or type a response that will be read aloud to the caller.
  • Drag and drop bookmarks between folders
  • Keep your Samsung Internet bookmarks organized by dragging and dropping them between folders.
  • Play sound on your PC with Link to Windows When using phone apps on your PC, you can choose whether to play sound from the app on your phone or on your PC using a button in the app title bar.
  • Check your battery’s health
  • Battery health information has been added in Device care to help you check the status of your battery. If your battery’s health is declining, we’ll let you know so you can consider replacing it.
  • More options for RAM Plus
  • RAM Plus can now be turned off completely in Device care if you don’t need it or don’t want it to use any storage space.
  • Show app names in the Apps edge panel
  • Turn on Show app names to make app names appear below the app icons.
  • Galaxy Themes
  • Some downloaded themes may not be compatible with Android 13. If your theme isn’t compatible, your phone’s default theme will be used after upgrading.

Harsh is a seasoned technology enthusiast with a deep passion for Android. Since its announcement in 2007, he has closely followed the evolution of this operating system, gaining a comprehensive understanding of its features and capabilities. His background in Android, IT, and Journalism has equipped him with the skills to analyze and present complex technological concepts in a clear and engaging manner. As the Editor-in-Chief at Samlover.com, Harsh is dedicated to sharing his knowledge and experiences about Android, services, and applications with the world.

Firmware

LTE Galaxy Watches Get Access to Latest Wear OS 4 and One UI 5 Watch Features

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After introducing the One UI Watch 5 for the LTE variant of Galaxy watches to the Korean market, Samsung is now expanding it to more countries. It is worth noting that previously it was only available for Bluetooth models. With the latest update, Galaxy watches will get several new enhancements to their existing functionalities.

One UI Watch 5 enhances the user experience

One UI Watch 5 is the latest skin upgrade for the Galaxy watches. It brings several new enhancements and improvements in many internal functions, including watch faces and tiles, Samsung Health, Backup, and Restore. Additionally, it also brings some fresh features, like dict text with the home button, now that you can use multiple timers at once, and device care improvements.

Breaking: One UI 6 Beta Program Now Available for Galaxy S22 Owners

It is worth noticing that Samsung initially introduced the One UI 5 watch to the Galaxy Watch LTE variants, which are available in South Korea, but as we discussed in the earlier article about the possible reason, the company is now expanding the update to more countries. The company has rolled out the update to some more countries, including the US, India, and several European countries.

One UI 6.0 Beta Coming to Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 This Week

If you have any model of the Galaxy Watch 4 or Galaxy Watch 5, you will get the new update through the new OTA. If you belong to any European country, you can identify the update R8**FXXU1BWH3 for the Galaxy Watch 4 and R9**FXXU1BWH3 for the Galaxy Watch 5. Meanwhile, these watches also received an update in the US on several carriers, including AT&T and Verizon.

One UI 5 Watch and Wear OS 4 Changelog

Watch faces and tiles
  • Add watch faces and tiles easily
    • A new vertical layout makes it easier to find the watch faces and tiles that are right for you.
  • Improve Buds controller tile
    • You can now turn 360 audio on and off from the Buds controller tile if your Buds support 360 audio.
  • Quick access to timers
    • You can start timers from the new Timer tile without opening the Timer app.
  • Set an album or story as your watch face
    • Instead of just one picture, you can now make your watch face cycle between pictures in an album or story that you select. Your watch face will change to a different picture each time you turn on the watch screen.
Samsung Health
  • Automatically record cycling workouts
    • Samsung Health can now detect when you start cycling and record your workout automatically. You can also set whether to automatically map your cycling routes.
  • Get heart rate guidance while running
    • Your watch can provide personalized heart rate zones while you run to help you manage your exercise intensity.
Backup and Restore
  • Keep your watch data safe
    • Files and data from your watch are periodically backed up to your phone when it’s connected to your watch. You can also save backups to Samsung Cloud. Your phone needs the latest version of the Smart Switch app to use this feature.
Control Your Phone
  • More call controls
    • You now have more control over calls without touching your phone. You can adjust the call volume, mute sound, and press buttons on the keypad, all from your watch.
Additional changes
  • Dictate text with Home button
    • Just press and hold the Home button any time you’re entering text with Samsung Keyboard to instantly switch to voice input.
  • Using multiple timers at once
    • You can now have up to 20 timers running at the same time to help keep track of all your tasks.
  • Share medical information in an emergency
    • A button to access your medical info will appear automatically when a hard fall is detected or when you press the Home button 5 times to start the Emergency SOS feature.
  • Device Care
    • Check the status of your watch’s battery, storage, and memory and immediately fix any problems to extend battery life and keep your watch running smoothly.
  • Control your watch without touch
    • Universal gestures let you control your watch without touching the screen or pressing a button. You can assign various actions to gestures such as shaking your wrist, making a fist, or pinching your fingers.
  • Organize app in folder
    • Create folders to keep your apps organized so you can find the apps you need quickly with less scrolling.

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Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra’s OS journey ends with One UI 5 with no chance for One UI 6

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Whenever a new software update is about to come, every user starts to wonder whether their device will be able to experience its advancements and novelties or not. As for now, ever since Android 14’s Developer Preview was launched, everybody has started to look forward to One UI 6. Besides the latest ones, confusion is appearing for those who are a bit older and received the previous One UI 5.

As we have mentioned above, older Galaxy device users are eager to know their device’s eligibility status for One UI 6. Two of these older devices are the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra. Informatively, the Galaxy Note 20 series was launched in the year 2020, with Android version 10. Both the devices of this series were promised to receive three years of OS updates, excluding the one they were launched with.

One UI 6.0 for Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra?

Notably, the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra device already received Android 13 and One UI 5. As they were launched with Android 10 and promised three OS updates, Android 13 was the final one for them. In simpler words, as these devices have already received all three OS updates, there is no way they will get the next one as they are out of eligibility. As One UI 6 will be based on Android 14, it also won’t reach them. 

To put it straight, the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra devices are meant to get neither the upcoming Android 14 nor Samsung’s 6th-gen One UI. However, they will still be receiving security patch updates till the pre-decided period. If you are a Galaxy Note 20 or Note 20 Ultra user and you don’t want to replace it with a new device, you can resort to some temporary solutions, which you can find here in our previous article


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Samsung Galaxy A03s updates to Android 13 in the US

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Samsung has updated almost all the devices with One UI 5.0, which is based on Android 13, and currently serving the new One UI 5.1 update for its eligible devices. But due to carrier restrictions, the Galaxy A03s is one of the devices receiving the Android 13 update now.

The One UI 5.0 update is available for the Carrier locked variant of Galaxy A03s. The update also includes a new security patch as of December 2022 security patch which is three-months-old patches which includes several patches which fix 93 security vulnerabilities; in which 67 patches are included by Google that fix all Android devices issues, while the rest are included by Samsung, which resolves the issues of own devices.

Users who own Galaxy A03s devices can identify the latest update by its firmware version number A037USQU3CWB6; as said earlier, the update comes with One UI 5.0, which means your device will get a lot of new features and improvements that enhance the user experience.

The Galaxy A03s is one of the most affordable devices of Samsung, it was launched back in 2021 and comes with Android 11, later the device received more updates and now getting an Android 13 update, as the device falls in the category of entry-level devices, so it may not be eligible for further Android updates; however, the device will get some security updates in the coming days.


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