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Samsung delayed Galaxy S21 Android 12 One UI 4.0 rollout due to Google Play issue
On November 15, Samsung officially started the Android 12 update rollout for the Galaxy S21 series devices. However, the One UI 4.0 update has been expanded to several regions, it looks like the company has delayed this major s/w release due to compatibility issues with Google Play.
According to the latest info, the Samsung Community moderator in South Korea revealed that Google and Samsung working to resolve the issue related to Google Play. Accordingly, the Korean phone maker is rapidly working to fix that issue and resume the delayed Galaxy S21 Android 12 release ASAP.
Apart from the Galaxy S21 series, previously, Samsung had also delayed the stable Android 12 release for the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 in South Korea and Serbia. Following the major Android OS switch, the consumers of these latest foldable devices reported having multiple severe issues.
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It’s worth mentioning that Samsung had also released new firmware to the Galaxy S21 series after the major Android 12 update in Germany and the US. Therefore, this Google Play issue seems to be limited to Korean consumers, thus Samsung suspended the release.
Are you also facing issues on your Galaxy S21 series phone after upgrading to the Android 12-based One UI 4.0? Let us know your concerns in the comments below.
One UI 4 Features:
- Samsung’s Android 12 update comes with tons of new features such as a redesigned user interface with revamped icons and Material You theming system.
- In addition, the One UI 4.0 enhances all of the stock apps, adds more lock screen widgets, quick settings toggles to turn off the camera and mic access and more.