Samsung April 2021 One UI and Security Updates Tracker [April 25]
Introduced alongside the Galaxy S21 series, Samsung One UI 3.1 version is already rolled out for numerous Galaxy smartphones and tablets. Still, the company is working to expand the availability of the third generation of the One UI which is built on Android 11.
Aside from this, the OEM has also started releasing the April 2021 security update for the Galaxy devices from March 29, 2021. Moreover, the Galaxy S21 series became the first to get the newer security patch even before changing the calendar month.
Just like every month, Samsung will also roll out several new software updates including Android OS, One UI, features, bug fixes, system improvements as well as new security patches to its dozens of Galaxy phones, tablets, wearables, etc.
In this tracker, we’ll put all the One UI and Security Patch updates which will be released in April 2021.
SAMSUNG APRIL 2021 SECURITY PATCH DEVICE LIST: SAMMY FANS
- Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Galaxy S21+
- Galaxy S21
- Galaxy Note 10+
- Galaxy Note 10
- Galaxy A51
- Galaxy S20 FE
- Galaxy S10+
- Galaxy S10
- Galaxy S10e
- Galaxy Fold
- Galaxy Tab S6
- Galaxy S9
- Galaxy S9+
- Galaxy S10 Lite
- Galaxy Tab S5e
- Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
- Galaxy A71
- Galaxy A51
- Galaxy Note 20
- Galaxy S20 Ultra
- Galaxy S20+
- Galaxy S20
- Galaxy Note 10 Lite
- Galaxy F62
- Galaxy Note 8
- Galaxy S8
- Galaxy S8+
- Galaxy Z Flip
- Galaxy A52 5G
- Galaxy Note 9
- Galaxy A31
- Galaxy Note FE
- Galaxy A30s
- Galaxy A20
- Galaxy A30
- Galaxy A8 2018
- Galaxy A70
- Galaxy S10 5G
- Galaxy Tab S5e
BELOW, YOU CAN CHECK April 2021 FEATURE AND SECURITY UPDATES: SAMMY FANS
April 25, 2021
April 2021 security update now rolling out for Samsung Galaxy Tab S5e running One UI 3.1. Source
Latest Galaxy Note 8 software update brings April 2021 security improvements. Source
April 24, 2021
Verizon updates Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy S10 5G with new camera features, April 2021 security patch. Source
April 23, 2021
Samsung Galaxy A70, A30, A20, A8 and Tab Active 2 getting April 2021 security update. Source
April 23, 2021
Bluetooth connectivity and April 2021 security improvements rolling out for Samsung Galaxy A50. Source
April 22, 2021
Verizon updates Galaxy Z Fold 2 with new camera features, April 2021 security patch. Source
April 21, 2021
Samsung Galaxy A30s gets April 2021 security update, no signs of One UI 3.0 or One UI 2.5. Source
April 20, 2021
Breaking: Samsung Galaxy Note FE gets April 2021 security update. Source
April 19, 2021: Samsung Galaxy Note 7
Samsung is now delivering the latest Android and One UI security patches released in April 2021 to the four-year-old Galaxy Note 7 smartphones. Source
April 19, 2021: Samsung Galaxy A31
Samsung started releasing the Android 11-based One UI 3.1 update to the Galaxy A31 smartphones alongside the April 2021 security patch. Source
April 18, 2021: Samsung Galaxy S20 FE [Verizon]
Samsung and Verizon are now rolling out April 2021 security update to the Galaxy S20 FE smartphones in the United States. Source
April 17, 2021: Samsung Galaxy S10 [Verizon]
New s/w update for Verizon locked Galaxy S10 series smartphones comes with April 2021 security patch and new camera features. Source
April 16, 2021: Samsung Galaxy Note 9
Samsung pushed a new software update to the Galaxy Note 9 smartphone users, which brings the April 2021 security patch. Source
April 15, 2021: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip & Galaxy A52 5G
Recently, Samsung’s four years older flagship devices – Galaxy Note 8 and Galaxy S8 series have begun receiving the April security patch, and now the Galaxy Z Flip and Galaxy A52 5G are the latest to get this update. Source
April 15, 2021: Samsung Galaxy S8
Just recently, the South Korean tech giant released the April 2021 security update to the Galaxy Note 8 smartphones, and now this new security patch landed on the Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 phones. Source
April 15, 2021: Samsung Galaxy Note 10 [Verizon]
Verizon’s Samsung Galaxy Note 10 phones get various new camera features, April 2021 security update. Source
April 14, 2021: Samsung Galaxy Note 8
Samsung’s April 2021 security update rollout is in full swing as a number of Galaxy devices have been receiving this security improvement over the air. Now, the company started rolling out this software update to its four year old flagship smartphone, the Galaxy Note 8. Source
April 14, 2021: Samsung Galaxy F62
Samsung Galaxy F62 gets a hefty update with camera improvements, April 2021 security patch. Source
April 11, 2021: Samsung Galaxy A51 [Verizon]
Verizon Samsung Galaxy A51 gets Android 11 One UI 3.0 update with various new features. Source
April 09, 2021: Samsung Galaxy S21 [Verizon]
Verizon has begun improving the system security of the carrier bounded Samsung Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra phones by installing the April 2021 security patch in the US. Source
April 08, 2021: Samsung Galaxy S20
Samsung pushed a new software update to the Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra devices, which brings the April 2021 security patch. Source
April 08, 2021: Samsung Galaxy A71
Samsung started releasing a new software update to the Galaxy A71 smartphones that was launched back in March 2020. This OTA brings system security improvements as well as fixes for some bugs by installing the April 2021 security patch. Source
April 07, 2021: Samsung Galaxy A51
Samsung Galaxy A51 5G started getting the One UI 3.1 update, which brings a set of new and smart features. Moreover, the new firmware also includes the April 2021 security patch. Source
April 06, 2021: Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite
Samsung started sending the April 2021 security update to the Galaxy Note 10 Lite smartphones. Identified via release number N770FXXU7EUC6, this update is initially rolling out in France and will soon be available widely. Source
April 05, 2021: Samsung Galaxy Note 20
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series begun receiving a new software update, which improves the system security of the Galaxy Note 20 phones by installing the April 2021 security patch. Source
April 05, 2021: Samsung Galaxy Note 20 [US Unlocked]
Samsung started to roll out the April 2021 security update to the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra in the US, which enhances the system security to keep your device protected against threats. Source
April 04, 2021: Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 – March 2021 security patch
Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 gets March 2021 security update in the US. Source
April 03, 2021: Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite – April 2021 security patch
Samsung releases April 2021 security update to the Galaxy S10 Lite running One UI 3.1. Source
April 02, 2021: Samsung Galaxy S9, S9+ – April 2021 security patch
Samsung Galaxy S9, S9+ receiving April 2021 security update. Source
April 01, 2021: Samsung Galaxy S20 [T-Mobile] – March 2021 security patch
T-Mobile rolling out March 2021 security patch without Director’s view camera feature. Source
March 31, 2021: Samsung Galaxy A51 – One UI 3.1 & April 2021 security patch
The latest firmware update for the Galaxy A51 models comes with One UI 3.1 features and April 2021 security patch. Source
March 30, 2021: Samsung Galaxy A52 – April 2021 security patch
Samsung’s latest mid-range smartphone – Galaxy A52 is now picking up the latest security improvements released in April 2021. Source
March 30, 2021: Samsung Galaxy S20 FE – April 2021 security patch
The Galaxy S20 FE phones have started getting the April 2021 security update in some European markets. Source
March 30, 2021: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 – April 2021 security patch
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 devices have begun grabbing April 2021 security patch over the air. Source
March 29, 2021: Samsung Galaxy Note 10 – April 2021 security patch
After Galaxy S21, Samsung released the March 2021 security update to the Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ smartphones. Source
March 29, 2021: Samsung Galaxy S21 – April 2021 security patch
Just like every month, Samsung started sending April 2021 security update before changing the calendar month. And the Galaxy S21 became the first to get the latest security update alongside huge camera improvements. Source
* This article will be updated regularly.
Samsung has started testing One UI 7 (Android 15) on Galaxy S23 FE. It’s the first time when the software server has listed the latest build for the device. An internal test build has been spotted, suggesting the Beta is unlikely for the S23 FE.
Recently, an internal One UI 7 (Android 15) build surfaced on Samsung’s software server for the Galaxy S23 FE. The build carries PDA version number S711BXXU6EXKM, where “E” refers to a major version bump in the near future.
Samsung has significantly delayed this year’s Beta Program. The owners of Galaxy S25 smartphones still missing out access to the One UI 7 Beta. The public rollout is delayed till the first half of the next year.
Well, this long wait will end up bringing fruitful upgrades to your Galaxy. The company is exploring a brand new interface across the OS. Many new features are being added in the One UI 7, with AI upgrades due for the One UI 7.1 software.
Google and some other Android vendors started a stable Android 15 update rollout. The distribution commenced after months of Beta testing. Beyond that, Google has just kickstarted the Developer Beta of the Android 16 operating system.
One UI 7.0 update is expected to be released for your Galaxy S23 FE by February 2025. Samsung will unveil the final version alongside the Galaxy S25 series next year. Later on, eligible devices will begin getting the major firmware update.
Galaxy S23 FE runs an Exynos 2200 chip, offering decent performance. Samsung’s next big upgrade will elevate your phone’s animation and transitions to a whole new level. A tipster has recently revealed key information about the changes.
The software will introduce redesigned Quick Settings, independent Notification Panel, rounded UI components, smoother animations, reliable transition effects, faster app opening experience, easily accessible Camera toggles and a lot more.
Samsung has already begun rolling out the long-awaited One UI update for its smart TVs, based on Tizen OS 8.0. It introduces a design overhaul that brings elements of its smartphone UI to the big screen. Although the overall experience still feels distinct from the One UI found on Galaxy smartphones and tablets.
The One UI update for smart TVs brings changes to the Daily Board feature. This screen shows useful widgets and wallpapers, and now it has a more One UI-inspired design. Widgets like Weather, Notes, Tips, and SmartThings Home Status now have a similar look to what you’d see on a Galaxy phone.
Samsung Weather and SmartThings widgets look almost identical to the ones on smartphones. Moreover, the Samsung Notes app icon is also familiar.
Image: Samsung Newsroom
With the Daily Board, you can choose which widgets you want to display, change the background wallpaper, and set up automatic widget rotation. If you place more than four widgets on the screen, they will rotate automatically. However, there are some limitations. You can’t set a custom wallpaper only the preloaded options are available.
While the One UI update brings some fresh features, Samsung’s TV interface still has a lot of the old Tizen design. The Settings menu still looks very much like it did before, and the app icons, while similar, don’t fully match the modern style of One UI on phones.
Samsung is making progress in bringing One UI to its TVs, but there’s more work to be done. Future updates may bring more changes to make the experience feel even more like the One UI on your smartphone or tablet.
Aside from this, Samsung recently released a new update for the Daily Board app, which brings Night Clock mode and bug fixes to enhance users’ experience.
Samsung One UI 7 will introduce crazy innovations to the animation segment. While Galaxy users want iOS-like reliable animations, Samsung has reportedly made great progress in offering a refreshed and appealing user experience.
Tipster IceUniverse shared key details about Samsung One UI 7 Beta animations. The source has also highlighted that the changes that appear in the Beta version would be adjusted as per the consumer feedback and suggestions.
One UI 7 Animation Innovations
On-screen animation to debut a soothing wallpaper shrinking effect. When you unlock, the software will render a bouncing effect. Spring rebound animation has been applied to the aspect when you pull down from the interface.
One UI 7 continues the non-linear (interruptable) animations. Opening an app from the home screen and closing from the home gesture will offer an elegant appearance. The rapid app opening and closing animation/transition is also enhanced.
Your Galaxy’s system Settings have also added micro-animation and a new return animation effect. Home screen and lock screen widgets will also be fueled with rich effects as well as elastic animations for real-time notifications.
Here’s a brief exploration of what’s possible in the upcoming software:
Screen-on:
- The screen-on animation is a soothing wallpaper shrinking effect
Unlocking:
- The unlocking animation is a bouncing effect
Pull-down:
- The pull-down animation adds a spring rebound animation
App opening on the home screen:
- The home screen app opening animation adds a more non-linear floating feeling
App closing on the home screen:
- The home screen app return animation adds an icon pattern zoom effect
Continuous app opening and closing:
- Parallel animation for opening multiple apps continuously
Return to home from app:
- Full animation for sliding the app sideways to return to the home screen
In-Settings:
- Click any button to add a press rebound micro-animation and a new return animation effect
Widgets:
- Transition animations and new UI for widgets such as lock screen music
Notifications:
- Add elastic animations for real-time notifications in the home screen notification bar.
Without sharing the video, the leaker revealed detailed info about animation. It is expected that the first One UI 7 Beta will debut a never-before-seen experience on Galaxies. There would be transitional enhancements across the software.
Samsung could release One UI 7 Beta this month, while Public rollout will start early next year.