Samsung has recently rolled out the OneUI 6.0 update for Galaxy S21 FE models locked to US carriers, as well as for the global market’s Galaxy S21 FE Snapdragon 888 variant. The smartphone giant has now initiated the deployment of the Android 14 update for the Exynos variant of the Galaxy S21 FE in India.

The update arrives with firmware version G990EXXU7FWK6/ G990EODM7FWK5/ G990EXXU7FWK5 and carries the December 2023 security patch alongside the Android 14-based One UI 6. It is 2235MB in size. You can expect the One UI 6 update to bring the following changes to your Galaxy S21 FE.

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.

To see if the Android 14 OS update is ready for your smartphone, navigate to Settings, then go to Software Update. Check for updates and proceed to Download and Install if the update is available.

In related news, Samsung is working on the One UI 6.1 update that will feature many AI-powered features like Live Translation for Calls, AI-generated Wallpapers, and more.

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Samsung is preparing to roll out its latest Android 14-based One UI 6 software update to a wide range of Galaxy devices.  A Samsung community manager has now disclosed a list of almost 30 Galaxy phones that will be receiving the stable One UI 6 update with Android 14 within the next five weeks.

The Galaxy S23 flagships have already received the update, and now the list of eligible devices is set to expand rapidly. Here’s the full list with estimated release dates:

This release calendar is only for devices in Europe, but lately, Samsung has been delivering the updates pretty close to one another across different regions. Keep an eye out for official announcements from Samsung regarding the availability of the One UI 6 update for your specific device and region.

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Samsung held its annual Developer Conference yesterday (Oct 5), where it officially announced OneUI 6.0—the latest version of its custom Android skin. Samsung has been running a beta program for OneUI 6 for a while, but the official announcement means that the stable release is just around the corner.

One of the most noticeable changes is the Quick Panel, which has already been available for beta testers. The Quick Panel is now divided into different sections, with connectivity tiles for Wi-Fi and Bluetooth at the top, a large section for quick settings icons in the middle, brightness slider and eye care controls, Smart View, and Device control at the bottom. The overall look is subtle and streamlined, and it provides high visibility for all of the quick settings options.

Additionally, Samsung also announced a new exclusive typeface called One UI Sans, new AI photo editing tools, and a new feature called Samsung Studio, which lets users make multi-layered video edits with options to add text, stickers, and music to a video timeline.

While Samsung didn’t reveal all of the new features in OneUI 6 during its SDC23 event, Sammobile has curated a list of features that are likely to make their way to Samsung phones with the next update. Here is a list of those features:

• 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.

Samsung didn’t reveal a specific release date for OneUI 6.0, but the Galaxy S23 series—their current flagship—will likely be the first to receive the stable update after the beta program ends. It’s expected to arrive before the end of the year. You can check if your device is eligible for OneUI 6 based on Android 14 here.

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According to a recent report, Samsung has started rolling out One UI 6.0 Beta 4 for the Galaxy S23 series. For those unaware, the company has recently released this Android 14-based beta 3 for Galaxy S23 series owners, which was later released for other series. Let’s go ahead and take a look at what this new update has to offer.

One UI 6.0 Beta 4 changelog

• Fixed the onboarding failure when retrying login after initializing Samsung Pass and logging out of the Samsung account.
• Fixed the problem that voice recognition is not possible when you say “answer the phone” while receiving a call
• Fixed the Google Assistant execution problem when swiping up in the gesture mode of the navigation bar
• Many other improvements

The update will be available with a build version ending in ZWIC, having a size of around 1GB. The patch will include the latest October security update. To download the new beta, users can go to Settings > Software update > Download and install. It is worth noting that the latest patch arrives with a number of known issues. The list of these known issues is provided below.

List of Known Issues

• Motion photo is not available
• Infinite reboot occurs when entering repair mode
• Kids app cannot be installed after updating from One UI 5.0 to One UI 6.0. It will be installed in mid-September as a separate app (public open at the end of September)

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Samsung is bringing much much-awaited OneUI 6.0 Beta program for the Galaxy S21 series. The program is now live in South Korea and users in other countries can expect it soon. In order to join the program, the user must use the Samsung Members app and look for the banner as shown below.

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The Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+, and Galaxy S21 Ultra owners can enjoy the latest OneUI 6.0 beta which brings some exciting new features. All the unlocked and carrier-locked units with KT, LGU, and SKT in South Korea can participate in the program

The update weighs 2.5GB in size and is available for the participant. Below are the steps to participate in the OneUI 6.0 beta program:

Steps to Install OneUI 6.0 on Galaxy S21

1. The user must install and sign in to the Samsung Members app.
2. Upon Signing in, the user should see a banner with OneUI 6.0 on the App’s home.
3. Follow the instructions, and register for the update follow the steps.
4. Once registered, the users can check for the update by heading to Settings > Software Update and then Tap Download and Install.

The smartphone will restart upon the installation of OneUI 6.0 Beta.

Samsung is expected to bring the same update for the Galaxy S21 series in other countries like China, Germany, the UK, Poland, and the US soon.

OneUI 6.0 Beta Features

There are plenty of improvements and new features that are part of the OneUI 6.0 Beta. It has fully improved the Quick Panel with a new Button layout, new gestures, and much more. It also brings a better brightness control feature and the new Dynamic Lock Screen amalgamated new features. There’s a new default font to give a modern and elegant look. A new Notification management system is present which even allows to sorting of notifications with time.

The OneUI 6.0 Beta program is already live for the Galaxy S23 Series, Galaxy S22 Series, Galaxy A54 5G, and Galaxy A34 5G. We expect the program to expand to more devices across different countries.

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Previously, we reported that Samsung started rolling out One UI 6 Beta 3 in the US, Germany, and India. The Galaxy S23 series was one of the eligible devices that received this beta 3. Now, according to a recent report, the company has started releasing hotfixes for beta 3.

The latest One UI 6 Beta 3 update for the Galaxy S23 series is a hotfix. As we all are aware, One UI 6 is currently in its testing phase, and it arrived with some known issues. However, after observing and receiving constant feedback from the beta-testing community, the company is trying to fix some of these issues.

This minor hotfix comes with the build version ending in ZWIB with a size of around 360MB, and it is currently available in Germany and South Korea. With time, we expect the company to release these hotfixes for a broader audience and other regions.

Furthermore, the patch brings a few bug fixes and UI improvements to make the device more stable and provide better performance. Those who live in Germany or South Korea and have opted for the One UI 6 Beta should be able to receive this new hotfix on eligible devices automatically. To check for the update, users can go to Settings > Software update > Download and install.

In related news, Samsung has recently released One UI 6.0 Beta for the Galaxy S22 series. This Beta is currently live in South Korea and may soon arrive in other regions anytime. Those who wish to know more about this can check out our OneUI 6 Beta update for the Samsung Galaxy S22 series story here.

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After a slight delay, the OneUI 6.0 Beta for the Samsung Galaxy S22 Series is finally here. The Beta program is now live in South Korea and may soon commence in other countries like the United States, India, and Germany anytime. The users can head over to the Samsung Community App to check the announcement thread and participate in the program. The Korean giant took to the Samsung Community to announce the OneUI 6.0 Beta for the smartphone.

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The update is out with the firmware versions S908NKSU3ZWIA / S908NOKR3ZWIA / S908NKSU3DWI8 for respective devices. It weighs around 3GB in size. It also bundles the latest September 22023 Security patch. OneUI 6.0 Beta program is live in South Korea for Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, and Galaxy S22 Ultra. In the coming weeks, we expect the program to go live in other countries.

Steps to Install OneUI 6.0 Beta on Galaxy S22

1. First, the user should open the Samsung Members app.
2. Now, Sign in with a Samsung account.
3. You will see a OneUI 6.0 Beta Banner on the App’s Home page.
4. Upon registration, you will see a new update by heading to Settings > Software Update and then Tap Download and Install.

The device will restart and you will see OneUI 6.0 Beta.

OneUI 6.0 Features

There are several changes and new features that are part of OneUI 6.0 Beta. Apart from the Android 14 features, the users are excited about the new OneUI 6.0 features too.

• Quick Panel Overhaul – New Button layout, New Quick Settings Layout Improves, Compact Quick Panel, Easily Accessible with a single swipe down gesture.
• Brightness Control Now appears by default in the compact quick menu.
• Dynamic Lock Screen has paved the way with the ability to reposition the watch and other elements on the lock screen.
• A new look for Home Icon labels is introduced for a cleaner and simpler look.
• A new Default Font gives a modern and elegant look.
• Better notification management with the new sort-by-time option and better layout.

We expect the update to go global in the coming few days or hours. The Beta Program is now live for Galaxy S23, Galaxy A54, and Galaxy A34.

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It’s been a roller-coaster day for users who would like to try the new One UI 6.0 Beta, as the update is live in some countries, and the rollout is delayed in others. Well, with some delays, Samsung is now rolling out One UI 6.0 Beta 2 update for the Galaxy S23 Series in the US and Germany. Several users are reporting the arrival of new beta on their respective devices.

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There are several changes that are part of the One UI 6.0 Beta 2, including a bunch of fixes for major issues. Following the trend from One UI Watch 5.0, the new OneUI 6.0 also bundles great improvements for Samsung Health. The app received a major facelift for its Home screen via the One UI 6.0 Beta 2. The user can now change the water cup settings in the Health App. There are multiple fixes for different apps including S Pen, Repair Mode, Netflix App, and features such as Multi-Window, Music Share, etc.

Here’s the official changelog:

• Improved shortcut key error when using a keyboard.
• Improved an intermittent infinite loading and playing error when using Netflix.
• Improved Home app crash problem.
• Improved Multi-Window stability in Secure Folder.
• Improved device selection instability in Music Share.
• Improved erase action instability when using the S Pen button.
• Improved execution fail of Repair Mode.
• Improved intermittent Reset issue.
• Improved sluggish performance after software update.
• Improved icon disappearance problem on the home screen.
• Improved the call sound issue when using Galaxy Buds.

Other details are currently not available, but we expect the full changelog to go live after some time. We expect the One UI 6.0 Beta 2 to arrive in South Korea within a few hours.

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Additionally, Samsung recently started the One UI 6.0 beta program for the Galaxy S23 series in the UK. Interested users can head over to the Samsung Community for instructions. Unfortunately, the update has been delayed for other countries including India, China, and Poland.

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The Korean giant officially unwrapped the OneUI 6.0 a couple of weeks ago bundling some exciting enhancements and features. The OneUI 6.0 Beta program is now live for the last year’s flagship Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, and Galaxy S23 Ultra. The Galaxy S22 Series is also in pursuit of soon receiving support for the OneUI 6.0 beta program. However, the actual date is not yet unveiled, but a dedicated section for OneUI 6.0 is spotted on the Samsung Community Forums in India and the UK.

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As per records, the Galaxy S22 is expected to receive the latest OneUI support within a month. A similar pattern on Samsung Community forums was followed before publishing the first beta build for the Galaxy S23. It is highly likely that Galaxy S22 users would get the update within a couple of weeks to a month from now.

The update is expected to initially go live in South Korea, the US, the UK, India, Poland, China, and Germany.

OneUI 6.0 Features

Samsung bundled OneUI 6.0 with some exciting changes along with the Android 14 features. The new Quick Panel changes are quite noticeable, features for the Dynamic Lock Screen make things more creative, and the new notification layout this like the icing on the cake. The additional feature to sort notifications by time is another useful enhancement.

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Other changes include a new default font, Simplified Home Icon labels, and much more. There are major security and performance improvements alongside the visual treats on the OneUI 6.0

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