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Samsung One UI 5.1 released: Why you should or not install this update

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Samsung’s new One UI 5.1 update has been released and has already started to reach other eligible Galaxy devices as well. As the update is based on top Android version 13, all the devices with this Android version in them will be eligible for this update. The main discussion regarding this is whether we should install it or not. If you are also wondering about it, you can find the answer here. 

As we are going to talk about whether to install the newly launched One UI 5.1 update on your device or not, to find an answer, we will lend you some reasons why you should and why not. So, let’s get started. 

One UI 5.1: Why you should install One UI 5.1 

Samsung’s new One UI 5.1 update has a lot to offer, including features, improvements, and modifications. Informatively, the update has new options in the field of Camera, Gallery, AR Zone and AR Emojis, Widgets, Modes & Routines, Connectivity, Multitasking, and Samsung DeX. Besides, the update has also brought some minor changes, like a modified Edge Panel and new Contact Widgets, which aren’t included in the changelog. 

One UI 5.1 update for all US Carrier-locked and Unlocked models

Out of all of them, some major offerings of the One UI 5.1 are- Bixby Text Call feature is now in English, now you can choose where to save screenshots, and a Collaboration in Samsung Notes option, with which you can create a note that can be edited by several peoples at the same time. As the number of novelties is huge, explaining all of them in this article is tough. Albeit, you can check them here in our previous dedicated articles. 

One UI 5.1: Why you should drop the idea of installing it

The One UI 5.1 update undoubtedly has various advantageous features, but the issues/problems this update is causing are also unignorable. As per the reports, One UI 5.1 is showing various bug issues, including network problems. The update is even missing some features, which is disappointing the users. The major issue with this additional update is related to the device’s battery. 

Samsung One UI 5.1 Roadmap

As per the latest report, many users, after installing the One UI 5.1 update on their devices, are dealing with battery-draining issues lately. Many users have shared on Reddit and the community that their device’s battery life isn’t responding as before. Because better battery life is the main element of any device, having issues with it is unacceptable for us. So, we are suggesting you wait till Samsung finds a solution for it.


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Samsung starts rolling out August 2023 security update with Galaxy S20FE

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Galaxy S20 FE

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.


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Samsung improves Bluetooth connectivity with Galaxy A33 5G July 2023 security update

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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.

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Samsung verified Arrival of new Galaxy S23 FE

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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. 


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