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Samsung rolling out Android 12 One UI 4.0 to Galaxy Z Fold/Flip 3, S20/S10 (Lite), Note 20/Note 10 (Lite), A72/A52, Fold/Fold 2, Flip, Tab S7
The One UI 4.0 is Samsung’s fourth major generation of its Android OS-based custom software skin. Months after Beta testing activity, the company announced the stable One UI 4.0 based on Android 12 for several Galaxy devices on November 15.
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.
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In order to check for the latest software update manually, head to your phone’s Settings, hit the Software updates menu, and tap on the Download and install button.
Update 8: Galaxy S10 Lite
- The Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update is continuously rolling out to more Galaxy devices in which the Galaxy S10 Lite is the latest entry as of today. Currently, the update released in Spain, while the firmware version is G770FXS6FULA.
Update 7: Galaxy A52
- Samsung Galaxy A52 Android 12 update can be identified through the One UI 4.0 build version A525FXXU4BUL8. Read more
Update 6: Galaxy A72
- Samsung released the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update to the Galaxy A72 smartphones users. Read more here
- Firmware version – A725FXXU4BULA
Update 5: Galaxy Note 10 Lite
- The Korean tech giant just released the official Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update to the Galaxy Note 10 Lite devices in France. You can identify this update via PDA build version – N770FXXU8FUL7, at the same time, it includes January 2022 security patch as well.
Update 5: Galaxy Note 10
- Samsung is now expanding this major software update with One UI 4.0 novelties to the Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10+ devices. Also, this release includes the January 2022 security patch for the Galaxy Note 10 line.
- Firmware versions:
- Galaxy Note 10 – N970FXXU7GULD
- Galaxy Note 10 Plus – N975FXXU7GULD
- Galaxy Note 10 Plus 5G – N976BXXU7GULD
- Rollout markets: Switzerland
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Update 4: Galaxy Fold
- Samsung is now expanding the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 software update to the first-generation foldable phone – Galaxy Fold. Besides a bag full of new features, this release includes the December 2021 security patch too.
- Firmware version: F900FXXU6GUL9
- Rollout markets: France
Update 3: Galaxy Tab S7
- The Korean tech just kicked off the major One UI 4.0 (Android 12) update for the Galaxy Tab S7 and Galaxy Tab S7+ in a number of countries.
- Galaxy Tab S7 – T870BXXU2CULC
- Galaxy Tab S7 Plus – T976BXXU2CULC
Update 2: Galaxy Z Flip
- The Galaxy Z Flip LTE and 5G is the latest entry in Samsung’s Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update camp.
- Rollout markets: Italy and Switzerland
Update 1: Galaxy S20/Note 20
- Samsung is also rolling out the stable Android 12 update with One UI 4.0 features to the Galaxy S20 and Galaxy Note 20 series in European markets.
- Software versions:
- Galaxy S20 – G981BXXSCEUL7
- Galaxy S20 Plus – G986BXXSCEUL7
- Galaxy S20 Ultra – G988BXXSCEUL7
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- Galaxy Note 20 – N981BXXS3EULF
- Galaxy Note 20 Ultra – N988BXXS3EULF
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Update 0: Galaxy Z Fold 2
- Samsung just released the stable Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update to the Galaxy Z Fold 2 foldable phone. The update bears PDA release number F916BXXS2FULE, which is initially rolling out in Europe. A few days later, Samsung will expand its reach to more regions.
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OpenAI eyes AI integration on Samsung phones like Apple Intelligence
Apple collaborated with OpenAI to power Apple Intelligence features. The ChatGPT maker continues to create obstacles for Google. In a recent move, OpenAI discussed a potential AI partnership with Samsung.
TheInformation (via Reuters) reported that OpenAI has recently discussed powering AI features on Samsung-made devices. It seems the ChatGPT-maker wishes an AI partnership with Samsung to expand its reach in multiple folds.
The company is considering developing a web browser to rival Google’s Chrome. OpenAI recently introduced its search engine called SearchGPT. It is available to limited users alongside internal testers and strategic partners.
Samsung x OpenAI
Samsung and Google’s close partnership doesn’t need any elaboration. The friendship isn’t limited to services, as both firms work across an ecosystem. However, it doesn’t stop Samsung from partnering with OpenAI in favor of better service.
As the AI phone market is growing rapidly, OpenAI may innovate further. Google doesn’t lag, but there’s still room for a potential alliance. Apple Intelligence-like features might be deployed on Galaxy phones after Samsung’s partnership.
OpenAI knows Samsung holds the command of the worldwide smartphone market. Expansion of its services will be quite broader than Apple if its partnership with Samsung pens down. For now, take this information as a grain of salt!
Apple x OpenAI
Apple leads the worldwide premium smartphone market. Google and Samsung introduced their AI phones in October 2023 and January 2024, respectively. It forced Apple to immediately enter the segment to normalize the innovation gap.
Google’s availing Gemini Nano AI model, but Apple joined hands with OpenAI. To create a difference, OpenAI powering some of the coolest AI features on recent iPhones. The move is to attract other vendors to adopt source AI from OpenAI.
Well, Apple still reportedly considering bringing Gemini AI on iPhones. The company believes that iPhone users should have different AI providers available. Hence, a multi-collaborative approach is also in the pipeline, at least from Apple’s end.
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Your Galaxy is safer than you think, Samsung reveals how
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.
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Samsung Gaming Hub adds the biggest Xbox Game Pass titles
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.