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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6: 7 years of Android updates guarantee future-proof investment
Samsung guaranteed the new Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 for 7 years of Android updates. The company has added two more Galaxy devices to its longest software support chart. Given the 2024 debut, both new foldables are slated to get new Android and One UI updates till 2031.
7 years of Android guarantee started with the Galaxy S24 series. Samsung followed Google’s promise to its 2023 Pixel lineup. Now, the new flagship lineup is getting benefited by the company’s longer Android and regular software promise.
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The Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 come with Android 14 pre-installed. The company is developing One UI 7 on the new Android 15 operating system. It will be the first major upgrade for new foldable phones released by Samsung today.
Samsung usually debuts three variants of One UI skin on the same OS version. One UI 6.0 and One UI 6.1 are already here, with the new phones today introduced One UI 6.1.1. All three versions are based on Android 14 operating system.
One UI x.0
One UI x.0 version brings a new operating system to Galaxy devices. It usually comes in the fourth quarter of each year. It usually intros major design changes and core Android features to compatible Galaxy devices apart from Samsung’s tweaks.
One UI x.1
One UI x.1 iteration launches with new Galaxy S series phones in the first half of each year. In recent years, it has been observed that Samsung has released many new features with its x.1 version. The company makes it available to almost every phone that got x.0 updates.
One UI x.1.1
One UI x.1.1 replaced the Samsung One UI x.5 version, which debuted with new Note phones. Now, One UI x.1.1 is a software dedicated to foldable phones and tablets. However, select Galaxy S phones get enhancements and new features without version bumps.
So, get ready to have 3 One UI updates with each new Android version!
Samsung has released a new update for the One UI Home app, now at version 15.5.05.5. This fresh update of System Launcher is 27.68MB in size. It makes the Galaxy S24 series compatible with the latest One UI 6.1.1 software.
The update is particularly essential for the Galaxy S24 series. With the new One UI 6.1.1 update, the phone will have an improved look and better performance. The update brings new features and fixes to make the user experience smoother and more enjoyable.
When you install the One UI 6.1.1 update on your Galaxy S24, the One UI Home app updates automatically to match the new software. This ensures that the app works perfectly with the new version and provides the best user experience. Also, users can download the update through the third-party app link mentioned here.
For Galaxy S24 owners, this update means a better and smoother phone experience. As Samsung continues to improve its software, users can expect more updates that bring new features and enhancements to their devices.
One UI 6.1.1 update for Samsung Galaxy S24 series is currently available in limited countries and the company is regularly working to roll out it widely. This update brings a bundle of new features and enhancements to make your device more smarter.
Samsung Galaxy S24 gets One UI 6.1.1, new Galaxy AI features in the US
A massive leak reveals pricing, colors, and storage variants of Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S10 Plus and Tab S10 Ultra. The company is rumored to introduce its new flagship tablets in October, with details already popping up online.
According to the latest leak, Samsung’s new tablets will be available in WiFi-only and 5G variants. The tablets are said to be available in Grey and Silver hues, with pricing varying by storage and network connectivity models.
Galaxy Tab S10 Plus
Samsung’s Tab S10 Plus could bring 12GB of RAM paired with 256GB and 512GB storage. The Wi-Fi-only model with 256GB of memory will cost CHF 1,179 (around $1,398), while the 512GB variant could be priced at CHF 1,299 (~$1,540).
On the other hand, the Tab S10 Plus 5G with 256GB storage could be priced at CHF 1,319, which translates to $1,564. Besides, the 5G variant’s higher-end 512GB storage variant will set you back by CHF 1,419 (nearly $1,682).
Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra
The Tab S10 Ultra storage configurations include 12GB + 256GB, 12GB + 512GB, and 16GB + 1TB. The 256 WiFi-only variant could cost CHF 1,399 (~1,660), while the 512GB and 1TB could be priced at CHF 1,519 (~1,800) and CHF 1,829 (~$2,168), respectively.
The Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra 5G 256GB will cost CHF 1,549 (~1,836). The 512GB and 1TB 5G models will be offered for CHF 1,669 (~1,979) and CHF 1,979 (~$2,346), respectively. Well, these are just leaked pricing info, which is subject to be altered.
Aside from this, the Korean tech giant has just started to release the One UI 6.1.1 update. The new OS will come pre-installed on the upcoming tablet devices. The models will be equipped with MediaTek’s Dimensity 9300+ chipset, globally.
Samsung starts rolling out One UI 6.1.1 update with new AI features to Galaxy S24 series in the US. The update is initially released by T-Mobile for Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra, which should soon be followed by other carriers.
The One UI 6.1.1 update for the Galaxy S24 series weighs nearly 2.9GB in the US. It includes an array of Galaxy AI features alongside system-wide improvements. However, it doesn’t carry the latest September 2024 security patches.
Samsung fans have been eagerly waiting for the One UI Feature Drop. The company officially confirmed the expansion of new features from the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6 to select older Galaxy smartphones last week.
The Korean variants of the S24 lineup have already started grabbing the upgrade. The latest expansion is taking place in the United States, where carrier-unlocked and other carrier-branded models still waiting. For T-Mobile variants, the version numbers are as follows:
- S928USQU3AXH7 – S24 Ultra
- S926USQU3AXH7 – S24 Plus
- S921USQU3AXH7 – Galaxy S24
To install the latest update, head towards Settings, followed by Software update. The phone will verify if there’s a new release uploaded on the firmware server. After the searching ends, you should have option to Download and install the update.
ONE UI 6.1.1 LANDS IN THE UNITED STATES🔥🚀🚨
Samsung starts rolling out One UI 6.1.1 features with huge 2.9GB One UI 6.1 update to Galaxy S24 series in the USA.
T-Mobile becomes the first carrier to push the rollout. 🚨
Carrier-unlocked models should start getting soooooon. pic.twitter.com/I92nH52c62
— Samsung Software Updates (@SamsungSWUpdate) September 9, 2024
One UI 6.1.1 brings new and enhanced Galaxy AI features:
Galaxy AI’s fan favorite Circle to Search is being enhanced with new functionalities. Now, you can get step-by-step instructions for solving complex math problems. Besides, the Sound Search recognizes and searches audio on-screen or nearby.
One UI 6.1.1’s Note Assist brings a new transcript tool that can create notes based on voice recordings. The PDF Overlay Translation translates and overlays text in PDF files or even translates text in images and graphs.
Adding to this, Portrait Studio lets you instantly create portraits in 3D cartoon or watercolor. Gallery’s Instant Slow-mo is also enhanced to maintain smooth image quality before quickly saving and sharing without saving separately.
Sketch to Image is the most wonderful feature of the One UI 6.1.1-based Galaxy AI. It helps enhance photos by generating a selection of image options, which perfectly complement the original image based on simple sketches.