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Samsung One UI 3.0/Android 11 Updates Tracker US: Latest news and device list
Samsung Galaxy S20 series is the first lineup of Samsung that got a chance to experience the latest Android 11 based One UI 3.0 public beta program. Later, the company started the beta program for the Galaxy Note 20 series flagship smartphones.
Samsung picked seven countries users to provide the One UI 3.0 public beta program including the U.S., South Korea, India, Germany, Poland, UK, and China.
Just recently, the South Korean tech giant has announced that it will be starting the One UI 3.0 beta program for the Galaxy S10 series, Note 10 series, Galaxy Z Fold 5G, and Galaxy Z Flip 5G devices in its home country.
Well, the Galaxy Note 10 series users already started getting the One UI 3.0 beta on their devices in South Korea and UK. So, we can expect that Samsung will soon announce and start the public beta program in the US.
In this article, we’ll cover all the information about Samsung One UI 3.0 in the US.
Samsung Galaxy Note 20/Note 20 Ultra
- [November 17, 2020] Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series getting 3rd One UI 3.0 beta in the US along with December 2020 security patch
- [November 04, 2020] Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series getting 2nd One UI 3.0 beta in the U.S. with November 2020 security patch
- [October 27, 2020] Android 11 based One UI 3.0 beta is now live in the U.S. for Galaxy Note 20 series [Download Link]
Samsung Galaxy S20/S20+/S20 Ultra
- [November 20, 2020] Samsung One UI 3.0 Beta 6 arrives at Galaxy S20 in the US, stable release may be near
- [November 20, 2020] Sprint Galaxy S20 series getting new One UI 3.0 beta update
- [November 04, 2020] A new One UI 3.0 beta is now rolling out to the Galaxy S20 devices in the US
- [October 14, 2020] Samsung Galaxy S20 series getting new One UI 3 beta update in the US for unlocked devices
- [October 07, 2020] After Korea, the first One UI 3.0 beta for the Galaxy S20 series is now rolling out in the US
- [October 06, 2020] Breaking: Samsung starts Android 11-based One UI 3.0 public beta program
- [August 06, 2020] Samsung starts the One UI 3 (Android 11) Beta program for Developers
Samsung Galaxy Note 10/Note 10+
- To be added
Samsung Galaxy S10e/S10/S10+/S10 5G/S10 Lite
- To be added
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G
- To be added
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G
- To be added
Note: This article will be updated regularly.
Google has kicked off the Developer Preview for Android 16, arriving earlier than expected. Usually, these previews begin in February, but Android 16 DP1 is launching three months ahead of schedule this year.
The earlier release of the DP1 is because Google has moved the official Android 16 release from the third quarter to the second quarter of 2025. It aims to ensure that more devices get access to the major Android updates sooner.
Android 16 DP1 is available for several Pixel devices, including the pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel Tablet, Pixel Fold, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8a, Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel Pro Fold, as well as the Android Emulator. It can be identified through version BP21.241018.009.
The Android 16 Developer Preview brings new features for app developers. It brings a system photo picker that will help apps give users a smoother, more integrated way to select photos without needing extra permissions.
Another new feature is Health Connect, which lets apps access and manage medical records in FHIR format, but only with user permission. The update also includes the latest version of the Privacy Sandbox for privacy protection.
This preview program runs from November 2024 until the final public release next year. Android 16 Beta Program will begin in January, with the final stable release expected in Q2 of 2025. Stay tuned for more updates.
Android 16 to make Quick Settings access easier with one-finger swipe
Google has released the first beta of Android 15 QPR2 for Pixel users. The update can be identified via build version BP11.241025.006. However, users are also waiting for the stable release of Android 15 QPR1 in December this year.
Android 15 QPR2 Beta 1 update comes with the November 2024 security patch. It is available for a wide range of Pixel devices, including Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel Tablet, Pixel Fold, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8a, Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold, as well as the Android Emulator.
Quarterly Platform Releases are updates that bring more noticeable changes and new features compared to the usual monthly bug fixes. These updates are perfect for testing out bigger UI changes or new features that don’t need to wait for a full Android version release.
The QPR2 Beta 1 is the second major update for Android 15, with the final version expected to launch in March 2025 (via 9to5Google). This update brings the usual bug fixes, security enhancements, and new features to test.
Users participating in the beta program are advised to report any issues via the Android Beta Feedback app, easily accessible through the app drawer or Quick Settings. Install the update now to get an enhanced experience.
Android 16 to make Quick Settings access easier with one-finger swipe
Google is reportedly going to bring an interesting change with Android 16, which will no longer require two fingers to pull down the Quick Settings panel. Previously, there were concerns that users would need to swipe down with two fingers to bring up the Quick Settings. Fortunately, Google has decided to simplify this process.
With Android 16, accessing the Quick Settings will only require a single-finger swipe down on the right half of the status bar. The one-finger swipe access aligns it more closely similar to other Android manufacturers, like OnePlus and Samsung, have designed their systems.
Several users didn’t like the idea of needing two fingers to swipe down, as it felt more awkward and less convenient. By switching to a single-finger swipe for Android 16, Google will make it easier for users to manage their settings with less effort. A well-known tipster Mishaal Rahman (via Android Authority) spotted the code for this Quick Settings change.
However, the new design still lacks the ability to swipe seamlessly between the notifications and Quick Settings panels. Hopefully, Google will add this feature before the official release.
In addition to the swipe change, Android 16 will introduce resizable Quick Settings tiles and better categorization to help users find specific settings more easily.
However, these features are still being worked on and may not be fully ready in the current beta. They are expected to roll out in the final Android 16 release, which is expected in mid-2025.