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Samsung Galaxy A71 5G gets Android 13 One UI 5.0 [Updated]
[Dec. 25] Update 5 – Available for Galaxy A71 5G [Verizon]
Verizon is releasing an Android 13 and One UI 5 update for Samsung Galaxy A71 5G smartphone users in the US. This major update comes with several new features and improvements along with November 2022 security patch. The update bears One UI build version A716VSQU5FVL1.
[Dec. 13] Update 4 – Galaxy A71 5G in UAE
After the LTE models, Samsung is now releasing Android 13 and One UI 5.0 update for the Galaxy A71 5G. It’s currently available in UAE carrying software version A716BXXU6EVL2. Notably, the major firmware update brings latest December 2022 security patch for better system security.
[Dec. 13] Update 3 – Expanding in Canada…
Samsung rolling out the Android 13 update to Galaxy A71 4G smartphone users in Canada. The latest One UI 5 firmware carries PDA version number A715WVLU4EVK3 and is the last major OS upgrade for this great mid-range phone from 2019.
[Dec. 7] Update 2 – Expanding in India…
Samsung begins to expand the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update for Galaxy A71 smartphone users in India, carrying build version – A715FXXU8DVK5.
[Nov. 26] Update 1 – Expanding in Europe…
Samsung is now expanding the Android 13 update to the Galaxy A71 smartphone users in more European countries including the UK and Spain.
[Nov. 21] Initial story…
Samsung is just killing it with massive Android 13 update distribution across all segments of Galaxy devices. After Fan Editions and Lite version of Note 10 series, Samsung pushed the Stable Android 13 One UI 5.0 update for the Galaxy A71 smartphone.
If you have Samsung Galaxy A71 smartphone in Poland (right now!), just head towards Settings and download the latest Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update, which carries PDA version number A715FXXU8DVK1. In addition, the update package includes a newer Android security patch for security advancements.
Android 13 is the last operating system upgrade for this 2020 mid-range smartphone, the same goes for its younger brother Galaxy A51. Both the Galaxy A71 and A51 are eligible for three major OS updates and four years of regular security patches.
In January next year, the devices will have their “third anniversary” and Samsung has already delivered the biggest gift in the form of Android 13 One UI 5.0. This major switch provides a whole new experience to the users of millions of Galaxy devices, worldwide.
How to update
Samsung consumers can check new software updates manually with a handful of simple steps. Firstly, visit your Galaxy device’s “System Settings,” once done, scroll down and tap the “Software update” tab, followed by the “Download and install” button.
What’s new with Samsung’s Android 13 update
The One UI 5.0 update brings minor yet significant tweaks in various parts of the user interface such as the notification panel, control center, transparency, and system app icons. However, the One UI 5’s advantage can be doubled by using the brand-new Good Lock suite.
Customers can copy text content from images available in the Gallery and Camera viewfinder itself, thanks to One UI 5’s text extraction feature. And of course, there are a lot of new ways for users who love customizing their smartphone and the user interface. Check all here | One UI 5.0 Features
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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.