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Here’s your first look at the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 for Samsung Galaxy Devices
At the I/O 2021, Google introduced the next generation of its smartphone operating system – Android 12. At the same time, the company has also announced the Beta program for select premium phones from nearly a dozen of OEMs in order to develop and enhance the stability of this new OS.
Unsurprisingly, Samsung is not participating under the Android 12 Beta activity following its tradition as it will release another Android 11-based One UI iteration (One UI 3.5) alongside the next flagship smartphones this summer. Well, the company will begin the adoption process of Android 12 for Galaxies after its stable release.
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Meanwhile, it looks like the Korean tech giant is already testing the Android 12 operating system internally as a Reddit user allegedly posted a video of a Galaxy smartphone with Android 12-based One UI 4.0 in action! So, without wasting any time, let’s start exploring the details.
Samsung Galaxy Android 12 One UI 4.0
If the history is any indication, the next generation of Samsung’s custom skin for Galaxy devices will be called One UI 4.0. The company will launch the Android 12 Beta for its developers in September this year, just after the stable release of Android 12 for Google Pixel phones.
But, here, we’re talking about a handful of leaked Samsung Android 12 features of the Galaxy smartphones. As written above, a user showed off his Galaxy phone running One UI 4.0 on top of Google’s latest Android 12 OS by sharing a video on Reddit.
If we go with the alleged video, the user interface of the Galaxy smartphone suggests that Samsung adopted the radical design changes of the Android 12 version. The Galaxy models’ traditional quick panel shortcuts such as Wi-Fi, Mobile Data, Hotspot, and Flight Mode have been replaced with a new “Network & Internet” section.
It’s just beginning, following the Android 12’s major UI changes, Samsung has also reimagined the Mobile Networks section for Galaxies in order to bring a clean user interface.
Therefore, the radical changes also reveal that the One UI 4.0 update will integrate the SIM Card Manager and Data Usage functions along with additional settings to adjust the SIM name and color of the specific interface.
In the short clip, we found that the Samsung phone’s “Mobile Hotspot and Tethering” has turned to “Tethering & Portable Hotspot” and got a revamped design, which looks quite identical to the hands-on of Android 12 Beta running Google Pixel phones, while the Mobile Hotspot is now called Wi-Fi hotspot.
Aside from this, the leaked video showcases that Android 12’s massive Material You design system, which lets users change the color of the entire OS by just changing the wallpaper, frequently prompts for reboot the phone as well as lags too much. That’s all about the alleged video folks!
Is it a real Galaxy phone running Android 12?
However, it’s the first time in history when an upcoming software system leaked on a social media platform. Meanwhile, users also shared their thoughts in reply to the alleged One UI 4.0 video that this is a mid-range Galaxy phone and the video seems to be recorded in Bangladesh.
It’s worth mentioning that Samsung has its R&D Center in Bangladesh where it works on the development and tests of various software systems. Lastly, we can not confirm the reliability of this video showcasing the Galaxy smartphone running Android 12-based One UI 4.0.
But, we can confirm that Samsung will introduce the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 version most probably in late September or early October this year. You should read all the One UI 4.0’s latest news, release date, features, eligible device [Confirmed List] in our dedicated article. [Linked at bottom]
One UI 4 Beta: Here’s The First Look at ‘Material You’ Theming & ‘Network & Internet’ Section! from GalaxyS21
Update: The video has been removed from Reddit by the user or the platform!
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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.