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[Expanding] Samsung Galaxy S22 One UI 5.0 Beta 5 brings various fixes, removes Bixby text call
Update 3: India too…
Samsung is releasing the One UI 5.0 beta 5 update for Galaxy S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra smartphones in India. This update resolves a bunch of issues including the Watch Plugin, automatic rebooting, not adding fingerprints, no unlock sound, wallpaper alignment, and others.
If you are a part of the One UI 5.0 Beta program, you can go to the Settings and Software update section to install this update.
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Update 2: US, UK, and Poland too…
The fifth One UI 5.0 beta update Samsung Galaxy S22 series is now rolling out in the United States, United Kingdom, and Poland. The update brings fixes for so many bugs, upgrades for around a dozen One UI applications, and October 2022 Android security patch.
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Update 1: South Korea…
Samsung is expanding the One UI 5.0 Beta 5 update for Galaxy S22 devices in South Korea. This update brings a bunch of issues fixes and some notable changes.
Original article: China…
Samsung starts rolling out the One UI 5.0 Beta 5 update for Galaxy S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra devices in China. Identified via the build version ending ZVJA, the latest update comes with various issues fixes as well as removes an important feature called Bixby text call.
This fifth One UI 5.0 beta is probably the last One UI 5.0 beta update for Galaxy S22 phones and after this, the company will start the public release. As announced officially, the Stable One UI 5.0 update will begin at the end of this month.
What’s new:
Samsung One UI 5.0 Beta 5 update fixes the issue that forces the closing of the Watch Plugin app, the problem of camera autofocus failure, and poor image quality when using focus.
It further resolves the issue that the phone gets automatically restarted in some cases, an issue that restricts users add fingerprints as well as the problem of no unlock sound, and incomplete wallpaper display.
In addition to these, the concern that the app was forced to close when editing pictures and the problem of the multitasking list interface that “Close All” is not displayed have also been resolved with the latest One UI 5.0 beta.
Bixby text call feature is removed:
One UI 5.0 Beta earlier added an useful Bixby text call feature that allows users to answer phone calls simply by typing a message. Unfortunately, Samsung has ditched this feature, with the Galaxy S22 One UI 5.0 Beta 5, due to an unspecified reason.
For more information, you can check out the complete changelog for the fifth One UI 5.0 Beta, which is mentioned below (machine translated from Chinese).
Changelog:
- Fixed the issue of forced closing of watch plugin
- Fixed the problem of camera auto focus failure and poor image quality when using focus
- Fixed phone restart issue
- Fixed an issue where fingerprints could not be added
- Fixed the problem of no unlock sound
- Fixed the problem of incomplete wallpaper display
- Fixed the problem that “Close All” is not displayed in the multitasking list interface
- Fixed the issue that the app was forced to close when editing pictures
- Removed Bixby text call
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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.
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Surprising: Samsung to launch Galaxy ixi-O AI Phone next year
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.
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.