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T-Mobile Samsung Android 12 One UI 4.0 update tracker [US]

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Google rolled out the Android 12 update for Pixel smartphones, at the same time, Samsung is ready to introduce its One UI 4.0 update for the Galaxy devices later this year. Well, the initial Android 12 update rollout might begin from South Korea, the home ground of Samsung, but what about T-Mobile Galaxies in the US?

T-Mobile One UI 4.0 Update

On November 15, T-Mobile started rolling out the official Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update to the Galaxy S21 series devices in the US. However, the carrier is releasing the major software update gradually, therefore, a broader rollout will happen in near future.

To be mentioned, the Galaxy S21 series devices are the first to get the stable Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update in the international as well as the US market. In this article, we will cover all the latest Android 12 developments of T-Mobile for Samsung Galaxy devices.

T-Mobile One UI 4.0 Development Stages

  • Completed:
    • Galaxy S21
    • Galaxy S21+
    • Galaxy S21 Ultra
    • Galaxy S20 5G
    • Galaxy S20+ 5G
    • Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G
    • Galaxy Note 20 5G
    • Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G
    • Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G
    • Galaxy Z Flip 5 5G
  • Development:
    • Galaxy A52 5G
    • Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G
    • Galaxy Tab S7 and Tab S7+ 5G
    • Galaxy Z Flip 5G

T-Mobile One UI 4

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T-Mobile Android 12 Features

Personal

  • Android 12 rethinks the entire user interface, from shapes, light and motion, to customizable system colors that can be adapted to match you.
  • An all-new conversation widget puts the conversations with the people you care about front-and-center on your home screen so you never miss a chat from your loved ones.
  • The UI feels alive with every tap, swipe and scroll – responding quickly and expressively with smooth motion and animations.

Private

  • Privacy Dashboard lets you see what apps accessed your location, camera, or mic and manage their permissions.
  • Indicators let you know when an app is using your microphone or camera .
  • Approximate location permissions lets apps see just your approximate location instead of a precise one.

Performance

  • Scrolling screenshot with Android 12 allows you to capture all the content on the page in one image.
  • Transfer all your essentials easier than ever by connecting your old phone to your new Android with a cable or shared WiFi connection.
  • Take advantage of play as you download, so you can jump straight into gameplay without needing to wait for the full download to finish.

T-Mobile Android 12 One UI 4.0 update tracker

  • Latest news being added at the bottom…

October 01, 2021

T-Mobile started developing Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphones. Currently, the release date is unknown, but it may happen sometime in December this year. Read more

 

November 11, 2021

T-Mobile’s Android 12 is still underway for Samsung’s Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra smartphones. However, a Samsung official recently said that there will be no new One UI 4 Beta update as the stable rollout will begin very soon.

 

November 15, 2021

T-Mobile locked Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra started getting upgraded to the Android 12-based One UI version 4.0.

 

November 16, 2021

T-Mobile’s software support page mentions, the Android 12 and One UI 4.0 update is now under testing for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+, Galaxy S21 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 3, and Galaxy Z Flip 3. To be mentioned, the carrier has developed the Android 12 firmware for these devices. Read more here

 

December 01, 2021

T-Mobile added new Galaxy devices in its Development and Testing stages in which the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 are mentioned under the Android 12 testing section.

 

January 02, 2022

T-Mobile didn’t update its Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update support page for Samsung devices. We can expect, the carrier will soon release the major software update to the branded units in the US.

 

January 13, 2022

In addition to Verizon, more US carriers including T-Mobile and Sprint also rolling out the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 update to the Samsung Galaxy S20 (FE) devices.

 

January 15, 2022

T-Mobile is now releasing the One UI 4.0 update to the Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra smartphone users in the US. Along with the Android 12 OS, this release brings December 2021 Android patches for security improvements.

  • N981USQS2EULF – Galaxy Note 20
  • N986USQS2EULF – Galaxy Note 20 Ultra

 

January 17, 2022

In addition to Verizon and Unlocked variants, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 locked at T-Mobile carrier can now also access the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 software upgrade in the United States. Check the new software versions below.

  • Galaxy Z Fold 3: F926USQS1BUL7
  • Galaxy Z Flip 3: F711USQS2BUL7

 

February 4, 2022

T-Mobile released the One UI 4.0 (Android 12) update to the Galaxy S20 series smartphones in the US. Besides the One UI 4.0 features, the latest update installs the December 2021 security patch as well for better system security. You can check the software versions below.

  • Galaxy S20: G981USQU2EULH
  • Galaxy S20+: G986USQU2EULH
  • Galaxy S20 Ultra: G988USQU2EULH

James is the lead content creator on Sammy Fans and mostly works on Samsung's firmware section. His first phone was the Galaxy S4 and continues to get new S series devices. Most of the time, James tries to learn about new technologies and gadgets but he also sneaks a bit of free time to nearby rivers and nature.

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Your Galaxy is safer than you think, Samsung reveals how

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Samsung Galaxy Cyber Threat Intelligence

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.

Samsung Galaxy Cyber Threat Intelligence

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

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Samsung Gaming Hub Rivals Arena The Six

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.

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Surprising: Samsung to launch Galaxy ixi-O AI Phone next year

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Samsung ixi-o AI Phone

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.

Samsung ixi-o AI Phone

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.

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