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What if there’s no public One UI 7.0 Beta Program this year?
The first official announcement on Samsung’s Android 15 optimization may come tomorrow. SDC24 is taking place in the US, and what if Samsung refrains from starting public One UI 7.0 Beta Program this year?
Samsung could skip the public One UI 7.0 Beta Program this year. Google has done with optimizing Android 15 for Pixel devices. The Beta trial has already jumped to QPR sessions, with Pixel users getting a Stable update this month.
One UI 6 Beta started in August last year, with a Stable release happening in October. Things are just different this year, as we don’t even have One UI 7’s Beta build. Well, it doesn’t mean Samsung hasn’t done anything in the past few months.
We assume Samsung may have been conducting One UI 7 Beta internally – on a large scale. Rigorous testing would have been underway intending to push the Beta Program on a small scale or keep it to limited models and users.
Android 15 is delayed
Pixel 9 series launched with Android 14, rather than the latest Android 15. The Made by Google event was already held ahead of its usual October timeframe. The company kept the Android release in October but launched the Pixel 9s early.
It is said that Android 15 had some severe issues that may ruin the experience. Google released four major Beta updates, but the Stable release hasn’t taken place so far. Android’s delay has impacted Samsung’s optimization for Galaxy devices.
iOS 18 update is available
Apple, as usual, deployed this year’s major OS upgrade on eligible iPhones. Apple Intelligence features will come out gradually. However, iPhone users are happy with the latest optimizations and features available in iOS 18.
Vivo rolling out Android 15
Vivo defeated Google in the Android 15 rollout race this year. The Chinese firm scheduled to start the release on September 30, but pushed even earlier. As per Vivo’s roadmap, a handful of more smartphones will be updated this month.
Samsung is now rolling out One UI 6.1.1 update for Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Galaxy Z Fold 3 smartphones in Korea. Users of these devices are already enjoying features in India, Europe, and the US.
One UI 6.1.1 update brings exciting new features and improvements over the previous version. You can now get helpful wellness tips in Samsung Health, track your sleep in detail, and create custom workout routines.
Moreover, this update also boosts productivity with new suggestions for Smart Select, makes file management easier, and improves multi-window support. You can easily clip photos and create a profile card for your calls.
You can now enjoy quicker video controls, tap-to-answer for calls, and regular weather updates. There’s also a new Auto Blocker for better security, and the Assistant menu is easier to access.
Aside from the new features, the update also includes a September 2024 security patch that fixes over 65 vulnerabilities from Google and Samsung. This latest patch makes your device more secure and reliable.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Galaxy Z Fold 3 smartphones in Korea can verify the One UI 6.1.1 update in Korea via the PDA version F711NKSU5JXH9 and F926NKSU5JXH9 respectively.
To install the latest update, you just need to visit Settings >> Software Updates >> Download and Install.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 One UI 6.1.1 update – Korea #Samsung #GalaxyZFlip3 pic.twitter.com/p9PaQO8fl7
— Samsung Software Updates (@SamsungSWUpdate) October 2, 2024
Samsung Developer Conference will be held tomorrow. Hours before the event, a Samsung insider shared uncertainty about the One UI 7.0 release at SDC24. The tipster also indicated another delay in the availability of major updates.
According to IceUniverse, One UI 7.0 release news remains a mystery for SDC24. The leaker, meanwhile, highlighted that the Android 15 update for Galaxy devices won’t be released for quite some time.
This input suggests that Galaxy S24 users have to wait further. The software’s testing is underway for a few months. Samsung’s server is updating builds quite frequently, however, we haven’t spotted any Beta build with a “Z” marking.
I don’t know if One UI 7 will be mentioned at SDC24, but it’s a safe bet that One UI 7 won’t be released for quite some time.
— ICE UNIVERSE (@UniverseIce) October 2, 2024
Android 15 update is set to be released for Pixel phones this month. Last year, the new OS was also released in October, but Samsung’s Beta started in August. This year, the company hasn’t announced anything about the new One UI skin.
Well, the clouds of mystery will be cleared tomorrow at SDC24. The event live-stream can be accessed through Samsung Developer’s official website along with their official social media handles on X, Facebook, and YouTube.
One UI 7.0
Samsung’s One UI 7.0 has been in the news for a pretty long time. The update was expected to enter the Beta channel in August, and then in September. Now, this year’s Developer Conference is almost arrived but uncertainty isn’t faded away.
One UI 6.1.1 is being distributed to a handful of flagship models. However, the mid-cycle release isn’t made for all Samsung devices. Therefore, the major One UI 7 update is awaited by millions of Galaxy smartphone and tablet users.
Samsung recently pushed the One UI 6.1.1 update to Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Z Fold 3 released in 2021. The major update is gradually rolling out to 2021 flagships. The Galaxy S21 series was also launched in 2021 but is ineligible for most Galaxy AI features.
Still, Samsung is sharing many One UI 6.1.1 enhancements with 2021 flagship models. Mid-range and budget phones are not eligible for the incremental update. These features and enhancements would come as part of the One UI 7 update.
One UI 6.1.1 brings Smart Select to the Apps Edge panel. You can quickly call phone numbers, locate addresses, enhance images, and more. Selecting something on the screen with Smart Select will now present suggested actions related to the selection.
While Galaxy AI is not included, One UI 6.1.1 contains pretty much stuff. Samsung has already rolled out the Circle to Search feature. Explore all the changes included in One UI 6.1.1 update through the official changelog below:
One UI 6.1.1 update changelog
Discover new insights and stay motivated
Stay inspired throughout your health experience with new wellness tips in Samsung Health. Wellness tips offer valuable insights and encouragement to help you achieve your health goals.
Get more detailed sleep analysis
New sleep insights give you more detailed and accurate analysis of your sleep quality. Your comprehensive sleep report now includes your heart rate, respiratory rate, and the amount of time it takes you to fall asleep after you lie down.
Make your own workout routines
Combine a series of different exercises together for a custom workout routine. You can set targets for sets, reps, time, and more. After you start your routine, your watch can automatically switch to the next exercise when you meet your target. You can optionally add breaks in between exercises. When your routine is finished, you can view your results for the entire routine all in one place.
Connect cycling power meters
Get more useful data from your cycling workouts. Samsung Health now supports connecting to cycling power meters attached to your bike. A power meter allows you to track your functional threshold power (FTP) to give you more insights into your training.
Suggested actions for Smart select
Take action quickly based on what’s shown on your screen. When you select something on your screen with Smart select, you’ll now get suggested actions related to your selection.
You can quickly call phone numbers, locate addresses, enhance images, and more. Smart select can now be accessed in the Apps Edge panel.
Enhanced multi window experience
It’s easier than ever to switch between picture-in-picture and split screen. Touch and hold a video playing in picture-in-picture, then drag it to the side of the screen where you want to play it.
Easier file copying and moving
It’s easier than ever to find the right folder when copying or moving files in My Files. You can now choose the destination folder in a pop-up window so you can easily return the original folder when you’re finished.
Create file shortcuts on the Home screen
Get faster access to the files you use most. Touch and hold any file in My Files, then use your other hand to navigate to the Home screen. Drop the file anywhere on your Home screen to create a shortcut to the file.
Improved thumbnail image display
See how images will appear before you open them. Thumbnail images for pictures and videos in My Files now appear in the original aspect ratio.
Automate your watch with modes and routines
Modes you set up on your phone, such as Sleep mode, Exercise mode, or Theater mode, can now automatically control more of your watch’s settings based on what you’re doing or where you are.
In addition to Watch faces and Do not disturb, modes can now also control Always On Display, Raise wrist to wake, Touch screen to wake, Turn bezel to wake, Sound mode, and Disconnection alerts.
More message filtering options
When you create a routine that starts when you receive a message or notification, you now have more fine-tuned control. You can add multiple keywords and choose to start the routine when all keywords are included or when any keyword is included in the message or notification.
Clip just what you need
Touch and hold a person or object in any photo to clip it. You can now clip multiple items at once. After clipping, you can easily turn your selection into a sticker or copy and paste it somewhere else.
Design and share your profile card
Design your own profile card with your name and picture that other Galaxy users can see when you call them or when they view your contact info. You can also create profile cards for other people in your contacts so you can see their card when they call you.
Skim through videos quickly
Save time and effort with new video seek controls in the Video Player app. Double tap the right side of the screen to go forward 5 seconds. Double tap the left side of the screen to go back 5 seconds.
Answer calls with a tap instead of a swipe
If you have difficulty swiping, you can set your phone to answer calls with a simple tap of a button.
Answer all calls using the speaker
Enjoy easier hands-free calls. If you prefer taking calls on the speaker, a new setting lets you answer all calls on the speaker by default instead of manually switching for each call.
Get frequent weather updates
Stay prepared for sudden weather changes. Weather information now automatically updates at least once every hour to make sure you always have the latest forecasts.
Extra-strong security
If you have special security needs, you can now set Auto Blocker to apply maximum restrictions to get the highest level of protection against malware and security threats.
Hyperlinks and automatic downloading attachments in messages are blocked, location data is removed when sharing pictures, and shared albums in Gallery can’t be used.
Enhanced Assistant menu
You can now open the quick panel with just one tap. You also have greater control of physical buttons. Use the Assistant menu to press and hold or double press the Side button.