One UI 6.0
Samsung One UI 6.1 Expected Sequential Rollout for Select Galaxy Devices
Samsung has almost completed the One UI 6.0 update rollout for its eligible Galaxy devices. Now it is focusing on developing One UI 6.1, the next significant update for the devices. As you may know, this update will be available with the upcoming flagship Galaxy S series devices, i.e., the Galaxy S24. Later, it will expand to more eligible devices.
As far as the eligibility of the device is concerned, here it follows a simple criteria: any device that has received the One UI 6.0 (Android 14) will be eligible to get the One UI 6.1 in the ideal time. However, Samsung hasn’t released any official schedule for the update, but based on past releases, we have analyzed the pattern and brought you the speculated list. Let’s explore it.
Samsung could follow this pattern to update Galaxy devices with One UI 6.1
Samsung will start rolling out the One UI 6.1 update for Galaxy devices after releasing it for Galaxy S24 devices. Here we are suggesting a list of devices that will gradually receive the update with time (order-wise).
- Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Galaxy Z Flip 5
- Galaxy S23 FE
- Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, and Galaxy S22
- Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+, and Galaxy S21
- Galaxy S21 FE
- Galaxy A54
- Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Flip 4
- Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 3
- Galaxy A53
- Galaxy A52 5G, Galaxy A52s
- Galaxy A73
- Galaxy Tab S9, S9+, and S9 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S9 FE, Tab S9 FE+
- Galaxy A72
- Galaxy A13
- Galaxy M54
- Galaxy M23
- Galaxy Tab S8, Galaxy Tab S8+, and Tab S8 Ultra
- Galaxy F54
- Galaxy F14
- Galaxy M53
- Galaxy M34
- Galaxy F23
- Galaxy A33
- Galaxy M33
- Galaxy Tab A7 Lite
- Galaxy A04s
- Galaxy A04
- Galaxy A05s
- Galaxy XCover 6 Pro
- Galaxy XCover 5
Availability
Samsung will introduce the One UI 6.1 with the Galaxy S24 devices. As per the rumors, this time the company will unveil the Galaxy flagship device earlier than the previous year. According to the information, it is expected to be available by January 17. If the company follows the previous timeline, then it should start expanding the update within a week. After the gradual expansion, it will completely expand it to each eligible device in the next couple of months.
Earlier this month, Samsung officially announced that it will provide one UI 6.1 update to the 2022 flagship device in May. But now the company has surprisingly started rolling out the update to one of the midrange Galaxy A23 devices.
The Verizon network has spotted the One UI 6.1 update for the Galaxy A23, with the firmware version number A236VSQU3CXD3. It has also brought the latest security update in the form of an April 2024 security patch. With the latest update, there are several new features introduced that will add some new features and enhancements.
In detail, the latest update for the Galaxy A23 5G introduces a new battery protection feature that allows users to manage the application’s battery charging to prevent battery damage. There are some new changes in the clock customization, gallery, and Samsung account sections. It is important to note that there is no AI feature arriving in this update.
The update will also enable call continuity, mid-conversation device switching, and seamless communication across any device, such as a Galaxy table, computer, or watch, all connected to the same Samsung account. A small but important addition is a new toggle in the mobile network that allows users to turn off 5G if they don’t need to connect to the update.
If you are using the locked version of the Galaxy A23 on the Verizon network, then you can now update it to the latest version simply by going to the system settings and tapping on the software update. If it shows a new update available, then tap on the download button.
Samsung has already introduced the Android 14-based One UI 6.1 iteration early this year on the Galaxy S24 series and has lately started expanding it to the rest of the eligible Galaxy devices, starting with the high-end ones. Now the brand is gearing up to roll out the next iteration, the One UI 6.1.1 build.
Read on to the article, as we are mentioning a list of One UI 6.1.1 supported devices that are eligible to receive the next One UI build.
Under its own policy, the Korean giant typically releases the One UI x.1.1 build for its flagship Galaxy Tablets and Foldable Phones, aiming to provide a more innovative and interactive user experience for Galaxy users. The latest One UI 6.1.1 build will arrive with several new features and improvements.
The latest One UI 6.1.1 will be based on Android 14. Under the hood, Samsung will particularly include some interactive features and customizations of Android 14 to enhance the user’s experience at their convenience.
It is recommended not to take the list mentioned here as official since the brand is yet to be officially revealed, so this might change in the future. Now let’s take a closer look at the list.
One UI 6.1.1 Eligible Device List:
Galaxy Tablets
- Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S9+
- Galaxy Tab S9
- Galaxy Tab S9 FE+
- Galaxy Tab S9 FE
- Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S8+
- Galaxy Tab S8
- Galaxy Tab S7 FE
- Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024)
- Galaxy Tab A8
- Galaxy Tab A7 Lite
- Galaxy Tab A9
- Galaxy Tab A9+
- Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro
- Galaxy Tab Active5
Galaxy Z Series (foldable)
- Galaxy Z Flip 5
- Galaxy Z Fold 5
- Galaxy Z Flip 4
- Galaxy Z Fold 4
- Galaxy Z Flip 3
- Galaxy Z Fold 3
Apart from these devices, some specific Galaxy S series smartphones may only receive one or two features of this latest One UI 6.1.1 build.
Samsung Multistar is one of the fresh Good Lock modules that provides several new features that allow us to conveniently personalize the multi-window settings, which can improve the experience of multitasking on smartphones and tablets.
Samsung has now rolled out a new update for Multistar with version number 7.1.33. In the latest software update it has brought a new function ‘Maintain Slip Mode’ function, it allows users to keep the screen view active even after closing and reopening apps to enhance productivity on large screens.
Along with the introduction of new features, the latest software update will also improve the navigation bar’s visibility, making it easier for users to manage their devices. Additionally, it resolves a problem where the deletion of app data would cause the settings to reset.
If you are using a Good Lock-compatible smartphone, you can now uninstall MultiStar with the latest version via the Galaxy Store, or if you have already installed the MultiStar application, you can update it through the Galaxy Store. It is worth noting that the update is available for those who own Galaxy devices running on One UI 6.0 or One UI 6.1.
For starters, Good Lock’s MultiStar module offers a variety of useful options for multi-tasking functionality, such as the ability to launch games and apps through the external display of Flip series devices. It allows users to hide the status bar and navigation bar in the split-screen view, and similarly, there are a lot of features available that provide a whole new experience for managing multitasking.
