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Samsung expands Galaxy S21 FE One UI 5.1 update in the US, check new features
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is receiving the big One UI 5.1 update in the US. The rollout began for the carrier-locked customers using Verizon’s Network. Meanwhile, a wider release to cover other carriers will arrive soon.
The One UI 5.1 update brings the Galaxy S21 FE Verizon users a handful of new features and improvements over the previous One UI 5.0 software. Additionally, it carries the fresh February 2023 Android security patch to gain customers’ trust in the One UI security.
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The Korean company is dispatching the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE One UI 5.1 update with the firmware version G990USQU4EWAI. You can now navigate to Settings >> Software update >> Download and install to bring the new software to your phone.
As far as the features are concerned, there are notable new changes to the Camera, Gallery, Widgets section, Modes and Routines, Multitasking, Samsung Internet, Bixby Text Call, Wallpapers, AR Zone, Edge Panels, and more.
Camera:
Samsung One UI 5.1 update lets you easily change the color tone of your selfies by selecting Natural or Bright options so that you can get the perfect tone for your pictures based on the current environment.
Gallery:
The stock Gallery app is receiving multiple new features, such as the GIF Remaster to help you remaster and improve the quality of your GIFs and Extract Text from the video to let you copy text from the video content by pausing it.
At the same time, One UI 5.1 also brings a Detailed view of your photo or video saved in the Gallery, you can see both the image and the details at the same time in landscape mode.
Wallpaper:
You can now select a video clip to use as your wallpaper. Not only this, but the system will also recommend you the best part of the video clip for editing.
Widgets:
Samsung brings a new Battery Widget that shows you the battery status of your phone as well as all the connected Bluetooth devices at a glance. At the same time, the improved Smart Suggestion Widget recommends a Spotify playlist based on your activities.
Whereas, the Dynamic Weather Widget offers you a summary, forecast, hourly precipitation, severe weather alert, and other information about the current weather.
Multitasking:
Samsung has significantly improved Samsung DeX. In Pop view, you can now adjust the window size by dragging the window edges in any direction. Meanwhile, for split-screen, you will see categories for Recent apps and Most used apps, allowing you to quickly select apps for Split Screen.
AR Zone:
Samsung now lets you add a second AR Emoji in a single sticker. You can customize each emoji and then combine them as you prefer.
Samsung Internet:
Samsung Internet now lets you continue to browse news, etc from another device when both devices are signed into the same Samsung account.
Bixby Text Call:
One UI 5.0’s Bixby Text Call feature is now available in the English language. You can use Bixby to answer phone calls and respond to people with text-to-voice.
New York became the first US state to bring retail consumer rebates for appliances under the Inflation Reduction Act. Applauding the move, Samsung launched a huge energy-saving opportunity for the residents of New York.
Samsung started offering up-front discounts to consumers statewide through New York’s IRA HEAR program. Consumers can now access IRA’s Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate (HEAR) program.
IRA HEAR rebate program advantages
- Save up to $840 on Samsung’s innovative ENERGY STAR products, including laundry appliances like heat pump dryers and all-in-one combo washers + heat pump dryers.
Visit Samsung’s home appliance page to learn more about the options available.
Samsung said this is just the beginning of its rebates journey in New York. The company looks forward to working with partners to expand these retail rebates to more products and in more states across the United States.
Pay attention, the IRA provides rebates and tax credits to households across America. New York is leading the way in providing direct retail point-of-sale appliance rebates, supporting an affordable clean energy transition.
Inflation Reduction Act
Signed in August 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act is the single largest investment in climate and energy in American history.
It provides home appliance rebates for discounts on electric energy-efficient appliances like Induction cooktops, ranges, and heat pump laundry appliances.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra has undergone one of the most extreme military tests. The company has recently published a Watch Ultra test video, featuring Phillip Chu Joy.
Phillip participated in the Peruvian Navy’s Special Operations Course to showcase the watch’s capabilities. It is renowned as one of the world’s most challenging military training programs.
“The Galaxy Watch Ultra pushes technology to its limits, handling extreme conditions with ease,” Chu Joy remarked. “It’s undoubtedly designed for those seeking exceptional performance.”
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra proves its durability and functionality in water, mud, and sand — excelling even under the grueling conditions of Peru’s most extreme military training.
Galaxy Watch Ultra
The Watch Ultra boasts a Grade 4 titanium frame. It also features a shockproof cushioned design that meets MIL-STD-810H2 military standards and water resistance of up to 10ATM.
The product is capable of operating within a broad temperature range of -20°C to 55°C4 and performing at altitudes of up to 9,000 meters above sea level.
These capabilities make it ideal for tracking advanced physical activities like ocean swimming and cycling in extreme conditions; take the Perivian military training as a recent proven example.
Samsung’s Watch Ultra is the ultimate companion for sports enthusiasts and extreme adventurers. It’s crafted to endure the toughest conditions with its pro-grade features and premium materials.
Samsung’s Mauricio Revollar stated:
“We wanted the public to experience the Galaxy Watch Ultra like never before in the Peruvian market by creating the most extreme product review ever undertaken here.”
“This was made possible thanks to the collaboration of the Peruvian Navy, which allowed us to highlight and celebrate the commitment of the students in one of the world’s most demanding military training programs.”
Watch the video below:
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.