One UI 5.1
Samsung One UI 5.1 Skin
As the One UI 5.1 update is here, now we can easily unleash all the details of it. Samsung not only unveiled it but started to provide it to other eligible Galaxy devices in less than a month. Because it is officially unwrapped and about to reach the eligible devices, the users are being desperate to find out every single piece of information regarding it. For them, we are providing a brief and complete tour here.
Samsung One UI 5.1 Skin
Arrival and Introduction
For those who are unaware, the South Korean firm Samsung introduced the One UI 5.1 update on February 1st, 2023, along with the Galaxy S23 series. The One UI 5.1 is an additional update for the One UI 5.0, or we can say it is an updated version of its previous UI. The update is also based on Android version 13 as its previous version; therefore, it will reach all Android 13-booted devices at certain times.
Main Features of One UI 5.1 skin
The One UI 5.1 update has a wide lineup of novelties and changes, but explaining them in just a single post seems nearly impossible. Here, we are mentioning all the changes and features which the One UI 5.1 update will bring with it.
Camera
- Easier color tone change for selfies
- Quick access to Expert RAW
Gallery
- Shared family album
- Enhanced remastering
- Simpler info display
- More powerful search
- Choose where to save screenshots
AR Zone and AR Emojis
- Use 3 emojis in AR Emoji camera
- Layout and edit option improvement in AR Doodles
Widget
- New Battery widget
- Intuitive weather widget
Modes and Routines
- Different wallpapers based on your mode
- More conditions and actions for Routines
Connected experience
- Collaboration in Samsung Notes
- Easier invitation to shared apps
- Expanded Multi Control between Galaxy Book and phone
- Wi-Fi speakers on Media output
- Continue browsing on the PC
- Use a mobile hotspot on the PC with a single click
Multitasking
- Easily minimize or switch to full screen
- Easier access to the most used apps in split screen view
Samsung DeX
- Improved multitasking in DeX
Settings
- Settings suggestion
Samsung Internet
- Improved search
Weather
- Detailed weather info at a glance
Call
- Bixby text call
Yes, it’s important to note that the specific features and improvements that will come with One UI 5.1 may vary depending on the model of the Samsung Galaxy smartphone or tablet you own. Some features may be exclusive to flagship devices, while others may be available on older models.
Devices it has reached to
Just a couple of weeks after the official unveiling, the company started the rollout of the One UI 5.1 update to the other devices as well, which shows Samsung’s dedication to providing the best possible speed to roll out any update. As of now, these below-listed devices have touched the One UI 5.1 update.
- Galaxy S22 series (S22, S22+ and S22 Ultra)
- Galaxy S21 series (S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra)
- Galaxy S20 series (S20, S20+ and S20 Ultra)
- Galaxy S21 FE and S20 FE 5G
- Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4
- Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3
- Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra
Devices which will get it
Apart from those above-listed devices, there are many other Galaxy devices that are eligible for the One UI 5.1 update but will take a little while to get it. Hence, we are providing an eligible device list here (along with the roadmap), which will get the One UI 5.1 update in the coming time.
Third Week of February (Feb 15th-Feb 21st 2023)
- Galaxy Tab S8 series (S8, S8+, S8 Ultra)
- Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3
- Galaxy A73 5G, A53 5G, and A33 5G
Fourth Week of February (Feb 22nd-Feb 28th 2023)
- Galaxy S7, S7+, and S7 FE
- Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra
- Galaxy Z Fold 2
- Galaxy Z Flip
- Galaxy A82 5G, A72, A52s 5G, A52 5G, and A52
First Week of March (Mar 1st-Mar 7th 2023)
- Galaxy Tab S6 Lite
- Galaxy A71 and A71 5G
- Galaxy A51 and A51 5G
How to download & install the One UI 5.1
To install this newly launched One UI 5.1 update on your Galaxy device (if reached), follow the below-mentioned steps.
- First, open the ‘Settings’ menu.
- Now choose the ‘Software Update’ tab.
- Now ‘Download and Installed’.
- Connect your device to the Samsung software server to find out new updates.
- If a new update is found, follow the on-screen instructions to install it.
Nota bene, the new update (One UI 5.1) will be found in only those devices which have got the One UI 5.1 update will that time. If any device still hasn’t got this update, you will be unable to complete the further instructions, as there will be no new updates to install.
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Firmware
Samsung starts rolling out August 2023 security update with Galaxy S20FE
Samsung fans are eagerly waiting for the new One UI 6 beta updates for their devices, but Samsung is delaying it; amid this, the company has started distributing its new update for the Galaxy devices. Currently, the Galaxy S20FE devices are receiving the update in the form August 2023 security patch.
The latest security patch doesn’t bring any innovation to the device, but it brings some minor increment for the improvements of the security of the devices. At the moment, Samsung still needs to publish a detailed bulletin of the update, so we can’t say exactly how many fixes were made in this update.
The August security patch is now rolling out in some countries, including Panama, Bolivia, Brazil, Guatemala, Paraguay, and Trinidad & Tobago. All the Galaxy S20FE users who belong to the mentioned countries will get the update through OTA.
The new update for Galaxy S20FE is now live in the countries mentioned above, but due to the limitation of the server, it will be distributed to users batch-wise, which means some users will get it on the same day of release while others will get it in the next few days.
Users who own S20FE should get the notification on their devices shortly; once the notification arrives, you can easily update your device by tapping it and installing it through the software update menu. Alternatively, users can check the update availability manually by going to the software update option by the device’s main Settings.
Firmware
Samsung improves Bluetooth connectivity with Galaxy A33 5G July 2023 security update
After successfully organizing the unpacked event, now Samsung is actively rolling out the July 2023 security update for its devices. Currently, the update is live for Galaxy A33 5G. The latest update doesn’t bring any new features but comes as maintenance for the Galaxy devices.
Notably, the latest security update is rolled out in Europe. The update is expanding in batches, so it takes time to reach every user in the region. For identification users can check out its build version A336BXXS7CWG1.
Galaxy A33 5G July 2023 security update, what’s new
The July 2023 update comes with the standard changelog which says the stability and reliability have been improved and the security of the device is also improved. However this time the new update specifies that the Bluetooth connectivity is also improved.
As the update includes a new security patch, it will come with over 90 security patches that fix several internal functions of the devices. In other words, the update will improve the security of the device and make it more effective against external threats.
How to install
You should get a notification regarding the new update, and just tapping on it you can easily install it on your device, but in any case, if you didn’t get notified about the update so you can also check the update manually by following the below steps:
- Go to the device Settings
- Then click on the Software updates button
- Now tap on Download and install
- wait until the search is finished,
- If it shows the security update is available, tap on the install button,
- It will start downloading and get installed automatically.
News
Samsung verified Arrival of new Galaxy S23 FE
Samsung’s fan edition smartphones always have a different fanbase set as it brings out the combined handset technology and model design. As of now, the Galaxy S21 FE is the latest Samsung FE smartphone which was launched after the success of the Galaxy S21 in the market. The firm skipped the Galaxy S22 FE, but now it is all set for the comeback of the Galaxy S23 FE. It is expected that Samsung will officially announce after its Galaxy Unpacked event.
A reliable source, Android Authority, a senior business executive, reported that Samsung would soon release the Galaxy S23 FE. Additionally, Justin Hume, Samsung’s Vice president of mobile division for South Africa, said the firm will announce soon. He added,” an FE-sized gap between the Galaxy A54 5G and Galaxy S23.” The model will likely be equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor in the US and China regions. In contrast, the rest of the regions will receive Exynos 2200 chipset-powered Galaxy S23 FE variants.
The model is expected to include internal storage of 128GB and 256GB and 8GB RAM. One UI based on Android 13 is said to run on top of the Galaxy S23 FE. A 12-megapixel front camera sensor is probably mounted on a flat 6.4-inch Full HD+ resolution AMOLED display with a refresh rate 120Hz and a punch hole in the center. The triple rear camera system would include the following:
Galaxy S23 FE Camera:
- A 50-megapixel main sensor.
- A 12-megapixel sensor with an ultra-wide angle lens.
- An 8-megapixel sensor with a telephoto lens.
- Battery system with 4,500 mAh and 25W fast charging support.
Galaxy S23 FE Launch Timeline:
The Galaxy S23 FE will mostly hold similar specifications to the Galaxy S23. The fan edition model is expected to launch by the year’s end. The Galaxy S23 series includes three variants: the Galaxy S23, the Galaxy S23+, and the Galaxy S23 Ultra, and the fan edition variant may be equipped with some significant features of the S23 series.
Sazoku
February 20, 2023 at 1:48 am
I have One UI 5.0 and can turn on mobile hotspot with on click on pc. I use phone link. So, I don’t really get it.
Safiya Iliya
February 22, 2023 at 5:28 am
This is a welcome development. I am excited and cannot wait!