After pushing the One UI 6.1 x Android 14 update to the Galaxy S21 FE, Samsung has now started seeding the update to the Snapdragon 888 version of the Galaxy S21 FE. For those unaware, in July 2023, Samsung refreshed the Galaxy S21 FE with the Snapdragon 888 processor, after launching the original S21 FE back in January 2022.

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE

Users can easily identify the update by checking for the firmware version G990B2XXU5FWK3/G990B2ODM5FWK3/G990B2XXU5FWK3. However, it’s worth noting that this update comes with a substantial 2GB download size.

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In addition to upgrading the operating system to Android 14, the update also ups the security to the Android security patch November 2023 level. While the official update changelog from the brand is yet to be released through official channels, users will have the opportunity to review new features before proceeding with the update. Although specific details are not provided, here’s a glimpse of the general features announced by the brand for One UI 6.0.

One UI 6.0 update changelog:

  • New emoji design.
  • Picture and video previews in the Share panel.
  • More sharing options.
  • Multitasking improvements through a pop-up window that can remain open after you leave the Recents screen.
  • A lock screen clock that can be positioned freely.
  • Simplified app icon labels for the home screen.
  • A new Weather widget, more information in the Weather app — including an interactive map view — and enhanced Weather illustrations.
  • A wide range of camera improvements, including a new widget, more alignment options for watermarks, quick access to resolution settings, easy-to-apply filters and effects, and more.
  • Improvements to Calendar, Reminder, and Samsung Internet.
  • Quick actions for apps in Finder search results.
  • Recommendations in the My Files app to help you free up storage.
  • Smarter Airplane mode.
  • Auto Blocker, which is an extra layer of protection preventing unknown apps from installing, checking malware, and blocking malicious commands from being sent via a USB connection.
  • Customizable Bixby text call greetings and the option to switch to Bixby text call at any time, even during a call.
  • More accessibility features, including new magnification options and custom cursor thickness options.

Users of the smartphone can check for the Android 14 OS update by heading to Settings > Software Update > Check for updates > Download and Install if it’s available. 

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