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When will my Samsung Galaxy S10 get Android 12 One UI 4.0 update?

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Galaxy S10 One UI 4 Beta

Launched back in February 2019, the Galaxy S10 series is Samsung’s one of the best-selling smartphone lineups. The range includes different phones including the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10 Lite, and Galaxy S10 5G as well as an affordable Galaxy S10 Lite.

At the time of launch, the Galaxy S10 flagships were eligible for two generations of Android upgrades, however, the Korean tech giant extended it to three years. Following this, all of the Galaxy S10 phones are eligible for the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update.

When will my Galaxy S10 get Android 12?

Last year, Samsung added the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10 smartphones for the One UI 3 Beta program, meanwhile, I’m not sure for this year [One UI 4 Beta Live]. At the same time, the stable Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update will arrive for the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, and Galaxy S10 Lite later this year.

Galaxy S10 One UI 4 Beta

Update: On December 03, 2021, Samsung has begun the One UI 4 Beta program based on Android 12 for the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+. If you want to get the major software update right now, you need to participate in the One UI 4 Beta program, meanwhile, it’s currently limited to South Korea.

According to Samsung US roadmap, the Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+ and Galaxy S10e will start getting the major Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update in February 2022. On the other hand, a recent Gear VR service suspension announcement revealed that the Galaxy S10 will get Android 12 update in December this year.

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After the latest Galaxy S21 series models, the One UI 4 Beta program invitation was sent out to the other flagship Galaxies such as the Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 3, Galaxy Note 20, Galaxy S20, Galaxy Note 10, Galaxy S10 as well as Galaxy Z Fold 2, and Galaxy Z Flip.

One UI 4.0

On November 15, the company has officially launched the stable One UI 4.0 software system based on Android 12 operating system. At the same time, Samsung confirmed that the One UI 4.0 update rollout will begin for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra phones from now on. Read more

If you own a Galaxy S10 series phone, let us know how you are enjoying this epic in the comments below.

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Samsung flips the foldable market script with bold comeback

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Samsung Fold Flip 6 August 2024 update US India

Samsung made a strong return in the worldwide foldable market in the third quarter of the year. IDC reports that the global foldable smartphone market had a sharp shakeup during the July-September period this year.

The company faced intense competition from Chinese brands in the first half of 2024. However, its aggressive strategy and innovative devices such as the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 have pushed it back to the forefront once again.

IDC highlights that the foldable market grew by 23.6% during the third quarter. It shows the gradually increasing shift toward the new form factor. Huawei recently launched the world’s first tri-fold phone which has two foldable screens.

In particular, Samsung’s share in the foldable market rose from 14.8% in Q2 to 51.2% in Q3. This impressive performance is a testament to the success of their latest foldable handsets and targetted marketing strategies.

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IDC report on 3Q24 Foldable Smartphone Market

Xiaomi, Honor, Huawei, and Motorola continue to be formidable players, collectively holding a 48.8% market share in the quarter ended on September 30. Among them, Samsung foldables are only available in the mass market.

Samsung working on its tri-fold phone. Recently, the US patent authority published a Samsung patent, revealing its plans for new form factors. The company may launch rollable and tri-fold display smartphones in the future.

Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition

Samsung launched a slimmer and larger foldable phone – Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition – in South Korea and China. The initial three stocks in Korea and the first in China sold out within minutes after the opening of the sale.

It is expected that the next Galaxy Z Fold, which will launch in 2025, will be inspired by the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition’s design and specifications. A durable hinge and display will likely debut alongside a powerful camera setup.

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Samsung May Launch Galaxy S25 Slim Sooner Than Expected

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim

Samsung could launch Galaxy S25 Slim alongside the S25 series next year. Recently, the launch date of the Galaxy S25 series has been allegedly revealed. The report also indicates that the S25 Slim’s official unveiling could also happen at the same time.

According to FNNews, Galaxy S25 Slim could launch at Samsung Unpacked 2025 alongside the S25 series. With the S24 series earlier this year, Samsung shared a sneak peek at the Galaxy Ring, which went on sale in July this year.

The next big product could be a sleek smartphone. We’ve heard April 2025 is the Galaxy S25 Slim launch timeframe. The revelation of the S25 Slim is worth looking at as it could bring potential Galaxy S26 series design changes.

Samsung is making sure the development of the Slim model to completed sooner. If the development and testing conclude early, the S25 Slim may come out alongside the Galaxy S25 series in January 2025 itself.

The Korean tech giant aiming for an early launch to gain an advantage in the thickness competition with Apple. The iPhone maker is also reportedly working on a thinner model, which could be marked as the iPhone Air next year.

Pay attention, the S25 Slim will be as powerful as the S25 flagship. The only difference could be in thickness, which is yet to be known. Meanwhile, the report suggests that the S25 Slim could measure less than 7.6mm thickness.

The slim model has the same performance as the Galaxy S25 but is thinner and more convenient. The specific thickness has not been disclosed yet, but it is likely to be thinner than the vanilla Galaxy S24 (7.6mm).

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[Report] Samsung starts 3nm Exynos 2500 production, but it may not power Galaxy S25

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Samsung 3nm Exynos 2500 Production

Samsung started mass production of Exynos 2500 using its cutting edge 3nm process node, Seoul Economic Daily reports. While the production commenced as an unexpected development, the chip won’t power the Galaxy flagship that you think.

According to the report (via Jukanlosreve), Samsung Foundry recently kicked off Exynos 2500 AP’s mass production using wafers at the Hwaseong S3 facility with 3nm process tech. The processor is expected to be featured in the Galaxy Z Flip 7 next year.

Last year, Samsung announced the Exynos 2500 will be made using a 3nm process node. It was anticipated to power the Galaxy S25 series. However, the low yield rate led the company to push the commercialization to the Z Flip 7.

This development could provide both expanded use of the chip, valuable mass production experience, and increased revenue. It could also serve as a stepping stone for the 2nm products scheduled for mass production next year.

Fabricating flagship SoCs usually takes about 5 to 6 months. That said, the timeframe aligns with the tentative Galaxy Z Flip 7 debut in July next year. The MX Division reportedly planned to ship 3.9 million units of the Z Flip 7 and Z Flip FE next year.

An industry insider stated, “This suggests that the MX division has concluded that the Exynos 2500’s performance is suitable for the new smartphone and has placed an order with the DS division.”

Samsung Exynos 2500

It’s a bold move by Samsung that could provide a lifeline to the Device Solutions Division. The company’s semiconductor business has been struggling in the recent past, particularly in the foundry and system LSI business units.

Although mass production of the AP has started, it is reported that yields are currently unstable, hovering around 20%. The lower yield rate harmed Samsung much as it left out winning clients for 3nm product manufacturing this year.

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