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Samsung Galaxy A series Android 11/One UI 3.0/Android R rollout schedule

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Earlier today, Samsung has released the official roadmap of the upcoming version of One UI, One UI 3.0 which is based on Android 11 for various Galaxy devices. The schedule of the One UI 3.0 informs the rollout timing for each eligible Galaxy smartphone.

Following the announcements of Google’s Android 11, Samsung has also started the development of Android 11 for its numerous Galaxy devices. Later on, the company has started the One UI 3.0/Android 11 beta testing program for the Galaxy S20, and Note 20 series smartphones.

Aside from the flagship smartphones, Samsung has also provided a chance to its foldable devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 2 and Z Flip. Even, the company also started beta testings for older flagship smartphones including the Galaxy S10 and Note 10 series.

As per the tradition, Samsung only opens beta testing for its flagship devices while the mid-range and budget devices get major upgrades after the completion of the rollout for the premium smartphones.

However, Samsung’s Galaxy A lineup consists of a large number of smartphones including some phones with high-end pricing while some are budget. Meanwhile, millions of users who purchased the Galaxy A-series smartphones are inquiring to know when will the Android 11/One UI 3.0 upgrade hit their smartphones. You can check the eligible devices and their update schedule below.

Samsung One UI 3.0 adds new changes to the user interface such as the rebranded Home screen and quick panel as well as the Settings menu. You can also notice the performance improvements while opening apps and it spent less power on the tasks.

Well, the Galaxy S20 series smartphones will become the first to get the One UI 3.0 update then it will expand to the Galaxy Note 20 series and other flagships. While the Galaxy A-series models will start getting the One UI 3.0 version from March 2021. Later in the first quarter of 2021, this update will be released for several mid-range and budget smartphones.

Eligible Galaxy A-series units that are listed in the official roadmap of Samsung.

  • Samsung Galaxy A01/A01 Core
  • Samsung Galaxy A10/A10s
  • Samsung Galaxy A11
  • Samsung Galaxy A20/A20s
  • Samsung Galaxy A21
  • Samsung Galaxy A21s
  • Samsung Galaxy A30
  • Samsung Galaxy A30s
  • Samsung Galaxy A31
  • Samsung Galaxy A40
  • Samsung Galaxy A41
  • Samsung Galaxy A42 5G
  • Samsung Galaxy A50/A50s
  • Samsung Galaxy A51/A51 5G/A51 UW
  • Samsung Galaxy A60
  • Samsung Galaxy A70
  • Samsung Galaxy A70s
  • Samsung Galaxy A71/A71 5G/A71 5G UW
  • Samsung Galaxy A80
  • Samsung Galaxy A90 5G

CHECK THE SCHEDULE OF ANDROID11/ONE UI 3.0 FOR GALAXY M-SERIES DEVICES

 

Samsung Galaxy A-series Release Date
Samsung Galaxy A01/A01 Core June-2021
Samsung Galaxy A10 August-2021
Samsung Galaxy A10s August-2021
Samsung Galaxy A11 June-2021
Samsung Galaxy A20 August-2021
Samsung Galaxy A21 May-2021 (Expected)
Samsung Galaxy A21s May-2021
Samsung Galaxy A30 July-2021
Samsung Galaxy A30s August-2021
Samsung Galaxy A31 May-2021
Samsung Galaxy A50 April-2021
Samsung Galaxy A51 March-2021
Samsung Galaxy A51 5G March-2021
Samsung Galaxy A70 May-2021
Samsung Galaxy A71 May-2021
Samsung Galaxy A71 5G May-2021
Samsung Galaxy A80 May-2021
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G April-June 2021 (Expected)

Note:

  1. Update schedule could be changed
  2. Eligible models could be changed
  3. The update may also be halted for a while
  4. The update may also be suspended after the official update

We will regularly update this article if there are any schedule or model list changes.

Official Roadmap:

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Your Galaxy is safer than you think, Samsung reveals how

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Samsung Galaxy Cyber Threat Intelligence

Samsung revealed its Project Infinity, which aims to make your Galaxy devices safer against cyber threats. Android is vulnerable due to its open-source nature, making regular security updates necessary for your Galaxy phone’s security.

Project Infinity of Samsung is a classified operation, working on safeguarding Galaxy devices and users around the clock for safer operations. Samsung Newsroom has recently published a blog post, revealing insights from specialist meetings.

Cyber Threat Intelligence

Samsung’s Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) taskforce is a reconnaissance unit within Project Infinity along with the Red (RED), Blue (BLUE), and Purple (PURPLE) Teams, which go beyond lab conditions to identify real-world dangers.

  • RED and BLUE perform proactive attack and defense functions, seeking out vulnerabilities and taking measures against them.
  • PURPLE is a special operations unit that acts as both a sword and shield for specific critical areas.

Samsung Galaxy Cyber Threat Intelligence

It’s worth noting that Samsung has deployed RED, BLUE, and PURPLE teams in various countries including Vietnam, Poland, Ukraine and Brazil. CTI is dedicated to identifying potential threats and stopping hackers from taking control of your device.

“Once we spot these kinds of threats, we collaborate with developers and operators to lock everything down for preventing attacks,” said Ranger, a CTI member.

Samsung Security Updates

Earlier this year, Samsung announced it to support flagship Galaxy devices for seven years. The new policy applies to all flagship Galaxy devices launched after the Galaxy S24 series. It’s the longest software support offered by any mobile brand.

These updates mean customers can safely use their phones for longer. As cyber threats become more common than you think, security updates are much more crucial to safeguard your Galaxy from any potential threat of vulnerability.

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Samsung Gaming Hub adds the biggest Xbox Game Pass titles

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Samsung Gaming Hub Rivals Arena The Six

Owners of select Samsung Smart TVs, monitors, The Premiere 7 & 9 projectors, or The Freestyle 2nd Gen can stream Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Flight Simulator 2024 and hundreds of other games with Gaming Hub Xbox Game Pass.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Flight Simulator 2024 are two of the most popular games of 2024. Thanks to Samsung Gaming Hub, you don’t need to download any of the Xbox Game Pass titles, no meaning no storage required – just jump in and play.

The company has also built an engaging gameplay experience designed by fans, for fans through The Six, challenging players’ knowledge and providing another way to interact with the world of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.

Notably, Samsung’s Gaming Hub is available on a variety of Samsung screens. It includes the AI-powered 2024 TV lineup, monitors, projectors, The Premiere, and The Freestyle 2nd Gen projector, offering instant access to console-free gaming.

Anyone with a Samsung Smart TV will be able to use their remote to jump in and play. This way, Gaming Hub provides a co-branded experience, giving Call of Duty fans another way to engage with the franchise they love.

For starters: The Six offers daily trivia where players can answer a series of six questions in competition with other players around the world. Correct answers with the fastest response time will achieve higher scores.

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Surprising: Samsung to launch Galaxy ixi-O AI Phone next year

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Samsung ixi-o AI Phone

Samsung could launch the Galaxy ixi-O AI Phone next year. The company has collaborated with LG Uplus to develop a custom smartphone. The device is said to feature Galaxy AI and LG Uplus’s AI call assistant ixi-O.

Sources citing KEDGlobal revealed that Samsung and LG Uplus working together to develop the Galaxy ixi-O AI Phone. It’s a big development in the smartphone industry, while the handset is highly likely to be Korea-limited.

Samsung fans are well aware of the Galaxy AI feature suite. ixi-O is an AI-powered digital assistant developed by Korean carrier LG Uplus. The company plans to enter the smartphone market, featuring its own-developed AI assistant.

The report indicates that Samsung and LG Uplus’ ixi-O AI Phone will launch as early as next year. The development project focuses on crafting a “real AI phone” that goes beyond simply integrating AI assistant services into a smartphone.

ixi-O comes with useful features such as AI call answering, detecting voice phishing in real-time, recording and summarizing phone calls and converting voice conversation into text – all within an on-device environment.

Samsung ixi-o AI Phone

Image: ixi-O AI | LG Uplus Newsroom

Based on specifications, the Galaxy ixi-O AI Phone will be based on a Galaxy phone available globally. The design will match with a global Galaxy smartphone, but the software may be tweaked as per the carrier’s requirements.

A custom Galaxy phone isn’t shocking or impossible in South Korea. Samsung releases Quantum, Buddy, and Jump-branded phones in the market. The company collaborates with Korean carriers to bring these devices to mainland Korea.

The carrier introduced an on-device AI-powered ixi-O assistant earlier this month. LG Uplus will initially target its consumer base for the new AI Phone. However, the AI Assistant may be expanded to a broader audience across Korea.

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