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One UI 6.1.1 Camera features, supported Samsung devices announced
Samsung formally announced the One UI 6.1.1 rollout for older Galaxy devices. Now, Samsung revealed all the new camera and gallery features arriving on your Galaxy smartphone or tablet with One UI 6.1.1 update and Galaxy AI suite.
One UI 6.1.1 debuts enhancements to various camera and gallery features. It includes upgrades to Flex Cam and Instant Slow-mo as well as Gallery’s Live Effects and Motion Clipper, and Photo Editor’s Portrait Studio and Convert Sketch.
Do note that all the enhancements won’t be expanded to every eligible model. The feature distribution will be based on hardware specs. Auto Zoom of Flex Cam is exclusively available on the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and 6.
Auto Zoom of Flex Cam
The Auto Zoom feature supported on the Z Flip 6 and the ability to shoot like a camcorder with the Flex Cam has also been applied to the Z Flip 5.
- This feature only applies to Z Flip 5/6 and does not apply to Z Fold 5/6.
Instant Slowmo
Instant slow-mo is also available in HDR Video format in the Gallery app. A menu allowing Galaxy users to save the section watched is added at the top left in Gallery UI. You can also share the slow-mo video using the share sheet without saving it separately.
- Supported devices: Galaxy Z Fold 5/6, Flip 5/6, Galaxy S23/S24 series, Galaxy Tab S9 series
Gallery
1) Live effects
You can enjoy photos with people and animals in them in three dimensions.
- Supported devices: Galaxy Z Fold 4/5/6, Flip 4/5/6, Galaxy S22/S23/S24 series, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S8/S9 series
2) Motion Clipper
You can create moving stickers and GIFs by long-pressing on a Motion Photo to select it.
- Supported devices: Galaxy Z Fold 4/5/6, Flip 4/5/6, Galaxy S22/S23/S24 series, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S8/S9 series
Photo Editor
1) Portrait studio
You can save your photos by selecting from a variety of styles through AI generation.
- Supported devices: Galaxy Z Fold 4/5/6, Flip 4/5/6, Galaxy S22/S23/S24 series, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S8/S9 series
2) Convert sketch
You can add a sketch drawn on top of your photo by creating an image.
- Supported devices: Galaxy Z Fold 4/5/6, Flip 4/5/6, Galaxy S22/S23/S24 series, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S8/9 series
Overlay Translation
The company provides natural translation results by maintaining the text and background color of the original image and improving readability by overlaying it on the image.
- Supported devices: Galaxy Z Fold 4/5/6, Flip 4/5/6, Galaxy S22/S23/S24 series, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Tab S8/9 series
Expert RAW
Astronomical Figures
The Astro Portrait feature lets you take photos of people and stars together. This feature is scheduled to be supported through an Expert RAW app update in One UI 6.1.1.
- Supported devices: Galaxy S23/S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold 6/Flip 6
After Korea, Samsung is rolling out an Android 14-based One UI 6.1.1 update for Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra in India and Europe. The update provides a next-level experience with new Galaxy AI features and improvements.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy S23 series can identify the One UI 6.1.1 update in India and Europe through build versions mentioned below.
- S911BXXU6CXH7 – Galaxy S23
- S916BXXU6CXH7 – Galaxy S23 Plus
- S918BXXU6CXH7 – Galaxy S23 Ultra
The installation package size of this update is around 2.8GB. In addition to several features, it enhanced security with the August 2024 security patch.
To access One UI 6.1 features and enhancements on your Samsung Galaxy S23 smartphone, go to the Settings app, tap on Software Update, and then select Download and Install. This will initiate the update process, and once completed, you’ll enjoy a more personalized and efficient smartphone experience.
One UI 6.1.1 features
One UI 6.1.1 now lets you transform sketches into stunning artwork and enhances your photos with better styles. Also, the Samsung Keyboard can auto-complete your text, and you can get real-time translations for calls and text in images.
Moreover, you can convert voice to text, manage PDFs more easily, and set wallpapers that change with the weather and time. Overall, it makes your Galaxy phone more smarter.
One UI 6.1.1 update for Galaxy S23 rolling out with new AI features
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is coming early next year. The smartphone could introduce a revamped design, a sharp difference from the previous models. The possible design of the Galaxy S25 Ultra has been showcased in a series of new renders.
Renders display the Galaxy S25 Ultra in Titanium Gold. The imagery by TechnizoConcept is based on CAD renders published by Onleaks and details shared by IceUniverse. Simply put, new renders are in HD with a new colorway of redesigned image leak.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra will have the thinnest symmetrical bezels in Samsung’s history. This aspect will be even better than Apple’s most premium iPhone 16 Pro Max. The company has also worked on the middle frame to make it lightweight.
The flagship is said to have a quite thin middle frame, that won’t radically expand outside the frame. This design change aimed at making the phone lighter and more handly without altering aspects such as screen or frame.
It was rumored that the phone lacks an S Pen slot in CAD renders. However, Onleaks later clarified that the frame boasts S Pen silo. The device with the matching color of the phone accompanied in the renders, continuing the Note legacy.
The frame seems flat, similar to Apple’s iPhone models. Google also replicated the frame approach in its Pixel 9 series. The Galaxy S25 Ultra is also seemingly getting a flat frame design, making it more handy to carry and use for longer.
Rumors suggest the Galaxy S25 Ultra will be Samsung’s finest creation yet. While renders display significantly refined design, the hardware aspect is also boosted. Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 could be able to beat Apple iPhone 16 Pro’s A18 Pro chip.
Samsung has rolled out a new update for its Video Player app with version 7.3.36.1. This update enhances user experience by bringing bug fixes and usability improvements.
This update resolves existing issues within the app to provide a more stable and reliable video playback experience. Users who have experienced glitches or performance issues with previous versions will likely find these fixes to improve significantly.
Through this update, the company aims to remove crashes, functional glitches, and other common issues that reduce smooth viewing experience. In addition, the update also introduces several usability enhancements. While specific details about these usability changes have not been disclosed, we can expect smoother operations.
Overall, the latest update of the Samsung Video Player app is a step forward in enhancing the user experience. By focusing on both stability and usability, Samsung is making the app more enjoyable for watching videos.
Users can expect a smoother and more responsive experience with this latest update. You can install the update via Galaxy Store >>Menu option >> Updates. Also, you can download the update from the third-party app link mentioned here.
The installation package size of the Samsung Video Player 7.3.36.1 update is around 9.78MB. You can check the update now and install it to get enhanced video playback functionalities.