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Samsung installs One UI 5.1 update on Galaxy A52 5G
After updating the flagship series devices, Samsung is now expanding the One UI 5.1 update for mid-range phones; now, moving ahead, the company is joining the Galaxy A52 5G device in the One UI 5.1 list. The device will get all new features same as Galaxy S23.
As of now, the latest update is rolling out in Singapore; users who own the Galaxy A52 5G can identify the new firmware update by build number A526BXXU2EWB1. The update also includes a new security patch in the form of February 2023. It is the latest patch of security which fixes several security fixes that secures your privacy and prevent a data breach.
One UI 5.1 New Features For Galaxy A52 5G
The latest update brings the support of One UI 5.1, which is not a type of major update, so it brings a lot of new features. As per the changelog, the latest update adds many new functions under several system-level apps, including Camera, AR Zone, Gallery, modes, Routines, Samsung Internet and more. New features are added, which make the device more comfortable and interesting to use. To learn more about the features, you can click here.
One UI 5.1 New Features:
Camera
- Selfies: When taking selfies, you can easily change the color tone by selecting Natural or Bright.
Multi-tasking
- In Pop-Up View, you can now adjust the window size by dragging the window edges in any direction.
- For split view, you’ll see categories for Recent apps and Most used apps, allowing you to quickly select apps for Split Screen.
Gallery
- GIF Remaster: GIF Remaster has been added to help you remaster and improve the quality of your GIFs.
- Extract text from a video: Extract text is available if you pause a video with text information on screen. Select to extract the text which can then be used in emails, contacts, on the internet and more.
- Details view: When you select details of a photo or video, you can see both the image and the details at the same time in landscape mode. Select an image or video from Gallery > Select three dots for more options > Select details > Rotate device to landscape mode.
Wallpaper:
- Wallpaper Video: You can select a video clip to use as your wallpaper. The best part of the video clip is recommended for editing. Open Wallpaper > Select a video from your Gallery > Trim recommends the best moment (15 seconds max).
Widgets
- Battery Widget: A Battery widget has been added that will quickly show battery life for the smartphone and connected devices.
- Weather Widget: Daily weather summary, forecast, hourly precipitation, severe weather alert, and other information has been added.
AR Zone
- Multiple emojis: Add a second AR Emoji in a single sticker. Customize each emoji and then combine them as you prefer.
Samsung Internet
- Continue to browse Samsung Internet from another device when both devices are signed into the same Samsung account. Sync the data in Settings > Samsung account > Sync settings > Enable “Samsung Internet”.
- You will receive a Samsung Internet pop-up on screen on your second device > Tap to continue browsing.
Bixby Text Call
- Use Bixby to answer phone calls and respond to people with text-to-voice.
- Open Phone app > More options (3 dots) > Settings > Bixby text call.
Galaxy A52 5G is one of the best midrange phones of Samsung; it was introduced in 2021 and came with Android 11 out of the box, later the device received two more major updates Android 12 (One UI 4.0) and Android 13(One UI 5.0), now the device is getting the One UI 5.1. It is worth noticing that the latest update is currently limited to the 5G variant only; however, other variants will also get the support of One UI 5.1 soon.
How To Install:
To install One UI 5.1 update on your Galaxy A52 5G phone, follow the below steps
- Open the Settings app on the Samsung Galaxy phone.
- Scroll down and select Software update.
- Tap Download and install.
- Wait until the device checks for the latest update.
- Tap Install now if the One UI 5.1 update is available.
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G is the latest budget-friendly device from Samsung. It was launched back in December last year, and it came with Android 14 preinstalled. Now it is getting its first significant update in the form of One UI 6.1, and it will ultimately improve the utility of different pre-existing functionality.
As of writing, the locked unit of the Galaxy A15 5G has started getting new updates with the firmware version number A156USQU1BXDA. The One UI 6.1 update for this device hasn’t brought a new security patch and still uses the April 2024 patch level. The update is available on each network for locked variants and is expected to reach the unlocked variant in the next few days.
One UI 6.1 features
The One UI 6.1 feature will provide several new changes for the Galaxy devices; however, the update will not bring any Galaxy AI features, but it will provide a bunch of new features that will elevate the user experience. According to the official changelog, the latest update for the Galaxy A15 5G will get several new enhancements like battery protection, a clock, a gallery, a mobile network, and many more. For full details, you can check the official page.
If you want to use the latest changes for the devices, you will need to update the device to the latest version by simply clicking on the system software update through the system settings. However, if you don’t receive the update on your device, then you should wait for some time.
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The Samsung Galaxy S21 has recently grabbed the One UI 6.1 update, where it has received a new bunch of features that offer a level-up experience for the system’s users. The May 2024 security patch doesn’t bring any significant changes for the devices, but it will enhance their overall security.
The Galaxy S21 series gets a May 2024 patch in Europe
European units of the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+, and Galaxy S21 Ultra are getting new updates with the firmware version numbers G991BXXSBGXDH, G996BXXSBGXDH, and G998BXXSBGXDH, respectively. It comes in a software package of 285.08 MB. This is the first patch update that arrived after the One UI 6.1 update, so this update may bring some improvements for the better functioning of the devices.
May 2024 Security patch details
The May 2024 security patch brings more than 50 fixes. Google has introduced 31 patches that will enhance the Android system, and along with this, there are 25 extra patches introduced by Samsung that will improve the overall performance of the Galaxy devices to protect user data against external threats.
Installation
If you are using Galaxy S21 devices in Europe, then you should have started getting notifications about the update for your device, but as the update was spotted recently, it may take time to reach every device. Alternatively, you can also check the update manually by going to the software update via system settings.
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Earlier today, Samsung introduced the May 2024 security patch for the Galaxy S23 devices in the US. Now, with the latest development, the company has started rolling out the update for the European units and is expected to be available in more countries.
Notably, the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23 Ultra devices are receiving the update with the firmware version numbers S911BXXS5CXDF, S916BXXS5CXDF, and S918BXXS5CXDF, respectively. With this update, you will not get any significant features for the devices but will improve their internal functioning.
One UI 6.1 Important Pre-Installation Tips: Follow Before the Update
For your information, the May 2024 security patch comes with more than 50 patches introduced by Google and Samsung. More specifically, Google has introduced 31 patches to enhance the working of the Android OS against external threats, while Samsung has exclusively introduced 25 patches to enhance the functioning of the devices related to the Galaxy devices.
Apart from the security-related enhancements, the update may also bring some new features that will improve the stability and performance of the devices, so if you have faced any issues while using the smartphone at any point, you should check for the latest update.
If you are using the Galaxy S23 series devices in Europe, now you can update your device to the latest version just by going to the system update menu from the system settings. However, if you haven’t received the update yet, then wait for some time until it reaches every unit.
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