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Will my Samsung Galaxy S10 get the Android 12 update?
Back in February, Google launched the Android 12 Developer Preview for Pixel device owner. Later on, the company announced a beta testing program for select devices from OEMs other than Google. However, Samsung is not participating in the Android 12’s beta activity before its stable release.
However, it’s already confirmed that every Samsung Galaxy device launched with Android 10 or later, is eligible to get the upcoming Android 12 update. Meanwhile, there’s confusion regarding the eligibility for this major upgrade among the owners of older Galaxy flagships such as the Galaxy S10 series.
Will my Galaxy S10 get the Android 12 update?
Launched back in 2019, the Galaxy S10 is one of the most selling smartphone lineups from Samsung. The S10 series includes different models including the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, and Galaxy S10 5G. While, there’s an affordable Galaxy S10 Lite present as well, which was launched earlier last year.
Aside from the high-profile hardware, the Galaxy S10 series came equipped with the latest software system at that time. These models exclusively came with the Android 9-based One UI 1.1, and currently running the latest Android 11-based One UI 3.1.
So what about future updates! Is your Galaxy S10 series smartphone still eligible to get another Android upgrade after receiving two? So, the answer is… yes! At the time of their official launch, these devices were confirmed to get major upgrades up to Android 11, and monthly security updates every month.
Thanks to Samsung’s revised Android upgrade policy that made the third Android upgrade possible for the Galaxy S10 series. It’s confirmed that the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, and Galaxy S10 5G will upgrade the upcoming Android 12 version, most probably with One UI 4.0.
When will my Galaxy S10 get the One UI 4.0 update?
Talking some words about its availability, the Korean tech giant could begin the Android 12 adoption process just after few days of the stable Android 12 release, which could happen in September this year. Following this, the company will announce the One UI 4.0 Developer Beta, followed by a public beta for general users.
Specifically for the Galaxy S10 series, these devices are expected to grab the stable Android 12 and One UI 4.0 upgrade early next year. Meanwhile, there’s no authentic info available regarding their eligibility to participate in the One UI 4 Beta ahead of a stable release.
- Note: After Android 12, the Galaxy S10 Lite will get Android 13 update as well.
Are you also own one of the Galaxy S10 series devices and enjoying its high-profile performance along with eye-catching design? Feel free to share your thoughts and questions in the comments section!
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.