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Carrier-locked Samsung Galaxy S20 receives One UI 5.1 update in the US
Carrier-locked users of Samsung Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20+, and Galaxy S20 Ultra have begun collecting the One UI 5.1 software update in the US. The latest update is rolling out for T-Mobile, Xfinity Mobile, and US Cellular networks, it’s expected to reach other carriers in the coming time.
This update brings ao many Galaxy S23 features to your three years old Galaxy S20 phones. At the same time, it carries multiple improvements over the One UI 5.0 software to take your Galaxy experience to next level.
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What’s more? You will also get better system security and privacy as well as various vulnerability fixes with the February 2023 patch.
If you are using a carrier-locked Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra in the US, you can identify the One UI 5.1 update through built version G98xUSQU3HWB5, G98xUSQU3HWB5, and G98xUSQU3HWB5, respectively.
Galaxy S20 won’t get Android 14:
Launched in 2020, Samsung Galaxy S20 series smartphones arrived with the Android 10-based One UI 2 software. Later, the devices got access to Android 11 One UI 3, Android 12 One UI 4, and Android 13 One UI 5 operating systems.
Since these phones are only applicable for three major Android upgrades, they will not get the upcoming Android 14 update. The Android 13-based One UI 5.1 is the last major software update for all Galaxy S20 phones. Now they will only receive security patches.
Galaxy S20 One UI 5.1 update:
Samsung One UI 5.1 update brings a Battery widget to Galaxy S20 phones that will let the customers check their phone and connected devices’ battery status effortlessly. The Weather widget and Smart Suggestion widget have also been improved with meaningful changes.
On the other side, the Samsung Internet app now lets you continue browsing on other Galaxy devices, the Bixby Text Call feature is now available in the English language, Modes and Routines allows changing the phone wallpaper based on modes, and more.
Aside from these, the Galaxy S20 Ultra gets easier access to Samsung’s Expert RAW camera app through the stock One UI Camera itself. At the same time, the company also makes it easy to change the color tone of your selfies.
On the other side, the Gallaxy app is getting multiple new features including extracting text from videos, GIF Remastering, a new Common family album for easier sharing, more powerful searches, a convenient information display in landscape mode, and others.
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.
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.
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.