Android 14
One UI 6.0: The software will reach Galaxy devices in this order
Whenever any manufacturer unveils new software, the most challenging and important task that comes to the front is distribution strategy. Every manufacturer distributes any update or software to the respective devices in a specific order, particularly from their premium to mid-range to entry-level devices. If we are talking about software, how can Samsung’s upcoming One UI 6 be left behind? Let’s unwrap some info regarding it.
One UI 6.0: Brief Information
The 6th generation of Samsung’s User Interface- One UI will get the base of Android 14. All Android 14-supported Samsung Galaxy smartphones and tablets will get One UI 6.0’s layer on top of it. Let us tell you, previously, Samsung used to take almost 6 months (From the latest Android’s arrival) to launch the new version of its One UI, but now things have changed. Samsung became fast in terms of software update distribution.
As per Google, Android 14 will be available for AOSP only after its stable version touches the market. Firstly, the Android version will reach the platform stability landmark (sometime in July), then manufacturers will get the chance to build their respective UIs. As for Samsung, the next-gen One UI Beta will touch the market in August, followed by Beta 2/Beta3 and a stable version within 2 months.
Now the obvious question appears, in what order the eligible Galaxy devices will receive this new UI update? Now, there is no official confirmation or any criteria to determine this order, but we sure will get an idea through previous distribution programs. So, let’s know the order.
One UI 6.0: Galaxy devices’ order to receive this software
If we look at Samsung’s previous update programs, the first one to get any software novelty is Samsung’s latest flagship of that time, which is followed by the latest foldable devices. Later on, older flagship and foldable smartphones will be included on the list. However, before the next Galaxy S24 flagship, it is nearly impossible for any other Galaxy devices to get the honor to run on One UI 6.0 out of the box.
We are providing a sequential Galaxy device list below (to get the One UI 6.0).
- Galaxy S23/S23+/S23 Ultra (First milestone for One UI 6.0)
- Galaxy Z Fold 5/Flip 5 (Second milestone for One UI 6.0)
- Galaxy Tab S9/S9+/S9 Ultra (Maybe on third)
From now on, it is hard to say which premium Galaxy device will be the first one to get the upcoming software, but we are still providing an expected list.
- Galaxy S22/S22+/S22 Ultra
- Galaxy Z Fold4/Flip 4
- Galaxy S21/S21+/S21 Ultra
- Galaxy Z Fold3/Flip 3
- Galaxy Tab S8/S8+/S8 Ultra
After these premium phones, the mid-range devices will wait to include in this line.
- Galaxy A54
- Galaxy A34
- Galaxy A73
- Galaxy A53
- Galaxy A33
- Lastly, the rest of the eligible Galaxy devices.
Last month, Samsung officially confirmed the One UI 6.1 update for the 2022 models. Now, keeping its promise, the company has started rolling out the major update for the Galaxy S22 series.
The Android 14-based One UI 6.1 update for the Galaxy S22 series is live in South Korea. Users who own the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, and Galaxy S22 Ultra can identify the latest update by the firmware version numbers S901NKSU3EXDC, S906NKSU3EXDC, and S908NKSU3EXDC, respectively.
Samsung has released several Galaxy AI features with the One UI 6.1 update that will help you provide a better communication experience and take advantage of the ability to quickly understand information.
For your information, the Galaxy S22 series device will get the benefit of all the important Galaxy AI features, including Circle to Search, Live Translate, Generative Edit, Note Assist, Transcript Script, Chat Assist, and many more.
Apart from the Galaxy AI feature, the device will also get some important additions on the customization side, where users will get several new changes related to wallpaper, lock screen, alarm, calendar, and many more.
To check the latest update on your device, navigate to the settings, then select the software update option here. Tap on the download and install option. Wait until it finishes searching to see if the update is available, then tap on the install button.
Samsung Galaxy XCover 5 is one of the rugged smartphones that is dedicatedly made for using it in any weather condition. It is worth noticing that the company hasn’t limited it to giving tough hardware but also keeps it up to date with its fresh software. In the last major update, Android 14, it has grabbed some new features, and unfortunately, it has also got an issue with the camera, which is causing inconvenience to the users.
Galaxy XCover5 getting a camera issue after Android 14
The Galaxy XCover 5 has received Android 14 and One UI 6.0, and after installing them, users have started reporting about the camera issue. In the reports, the consumers have pointed out that they are not able to use the camera focus like before. Since the camera is the most frequently used feature of the smartphone, its malfunction is significantly affecting the overall performance of the devices.
Due to the malfunctioning of the autofocus, users are also having difficulty making payments due to the autofocus malfunction. When they open the QR code scanner, they are unable to do so because the camera is not focusing on the code.
However, the Korean giant hasn’t yet released a statement regarding the issue’s resolution, despite the fact that the issue surfaced after the last update, suggesting a software update-related problem. Hopefully, Samsung could release a proper update that will update it to the latest version.
Android 14
Google Get Inspired By Samsung; As It Copies Secure Folder Feature Housed In Galaxy Phones
Is Google following Samsung? With the Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2.1, it offers a new option for private space, which Samsung already offers with the title Secure Folder.
Google released Android 14 QPR2 Beta 1 in November 2023, which introduced a feature called ‘Private Space’ already housed in Samsung devices as Secure Folder. Since reports have been around for several days that the latest iteration of Android 15 will be dedicated to more security and will bring tons of new features to enhance users’ secure experiences, one of the awaiting features is Private Space.
The upcoming Private Space feature will allow the user to install the application in a separate, locked profile, which they can hide at any time. Although this feature has been in the development phase for a long time, it has not yet gone live. Let’s take a closer look.
The new feature named ‘Lock private space automatically’ will allow users to configure the feature to automatically lock the protected space depending on one of the two sub-options they select in it, which are ‘Every time device lock’ and ‘After 5 minutes of inactivity.’ While choosing the first, the feature will lock Privact Space instantly after they lock the device.
But here’s the catchable fact: Secure Folder, available on Galaxy devices, already offers this feature, so somewhere it seems like Google got inspired by Samsung.
The reports are also saying that when users set up Private Space, the feature now recommends them to create a dedicated Google account for using it to’stop data appearing outside private space; for instance, ‘Synced photos, files, emails, contacts, calendar events, and other data,’ and many more. This suggestion and the option to automatically lock the protected space further enhance the privacy and security of private space.
Upcoming Private Space will offer a redesign setup flow to deliver a better idea of the feature. Since this feature initially appeared in Android 14 QPR2 Beta 1 and then Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2.1, it is expected that Android 15 will bring this feature to enhance the secure experience.