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Samsung could launch AI Game Assist feature with One UI 7
One UI 7 could bring an AI Game Assist feature to Samsung devices. The company apparently working on an AI-powered Game Mode. The feature aims to bring significant improvements to Galaxy’s gaming capabilities.
Samsung Game Assist will allow users to create a more enjoyable gameplay experience with AI-powered game assistants. Tipster Jukanlosreve suggests that Game Assist could feature frame interpolation and upscaling using Qualcomm’s AFME 2.0.
AFME refers to Adreno Frame Motion Engine; which is a part of Qualcomm’s suite of graphics and performance enhancements. AFME 2.0 features increased frame rate, frame duplication, power efficiency, enhanced gaming, and improved graphics rendering.
The Galaxy S24 Ultra uses Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Galaxy S25 series is anticipated to use Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. If Qualcomm’s tech is being used, it will be available on Snapdragon-powered variants exclusively.
The Game Assist is currently under development, while a release timeframe is uncertain. Being an AI feature, the Game Assist could launch with One UI 7.1 next year. It will join other assistants such as Chat Assist, Browsing Assist, and Note Assist.
Using the upcoming Game Assist feature, Samsung smartphone users will have high performance without sacrificing battery life. Key aspects to be improved are smoother gameplay, reduced lag, and better battery life.
The Galaxy S25 series is expected to be launched early next year. A recent report suggested that the Unpacked event could take place on January 22 in San Francisco, USA. Read our latest coverage of the Galaxy S25 series here.
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Samsung November 2024 One UI Updates List
Samsung Galaxy devices getting November 2024 updates. One UI 7 Beta remains a hot topic of discussion, due to later this year’s release. The company is ensuring the OS security on Galaxy devices with the November SMR.
November 2024 updates have been rolling out to Samsung devices sequentially. To be noted, the Galaxy Tab S7 FE was the first device to receive the OTA. Interestingly, the rollout was kicked off in the last week of October 2024.
Samsung is continuously expanding the November 2024 security patch. The latest software update brings fixes for 52 vulnerabilities for Android on Galaxy. One UI also getting fixes for plenty of vulnerabilities identified in the previous months.
Over the next few days, the remaining Galaxy devices will also update to the latest patches. You may experience enhanced performance, smoother functioning, and reliable system animations and transitions given various bug fixes.
Samsung has a wide range of Galaxy devices, which keep updating regularly. Flagship phones remain the priority, but mid-range and affordable models also grab the latest software updates as per their schedule and eligibility.
November 2024 Updates
November 16:
Verizon released the latest security firmware to Samsung’s S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra in the US. The version numbers are as follows:
- G991USQSEGXJ4, G996USQSEGXJ4, and G998USQSEGXJ4
November 15:
Samsung starts updating the Galaxy S21 series and Galaxy A35 5G (AXK1) with November’s patch, bringing fixes for 52 bugs and vulnerabilities.
- Software versions [Canada]
- G991WVLSEGXJ4 – S21
- G996WVLSEGXJ4 – S21 Plus
- G998WVLSEGXJ4 – S21 Ultra
November 14:
2021’s Fan Edition (S21 FE) is also getting the November 2024 patches. Starting with Exynos, Samsung has also pushed the first for Snapdragon variants. Software versions as follows:
- Exynos – G990BXXSBGXJ3
- Snapdragon – G990B2XXAGJ3
November 9:
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November 6:
Galaxy Tab S10 Plus and Galaxy S23 series (carrier-unlocked) have also received the November patch.
November 6:
- Samsung rolling out the November patch update for the unlocked Galaxy S24 series, bringing an upgraded Auto Blocker with a new Maximum restrictions toggle.
- Samsung has pushed the November 2024 security update for Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Galaxy Z Fold 4. It also includes the Maximum restrictions function for One UI’s Auto Blocker.
November 5:
Samsung has pushed the November 2024 security update for Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra phones in the US.
- Software versions: S911USQS5CXI8, S916USQS5CXI8, and S918USQS5CXI8.
November 4:
Verizon’s Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra getting the latest security update in the US.
- Software versions: S921USQS4AXJA, S926USQS4AXJA, and S928USQS4AXJA
October 30:
Samsung has started releasing the November 2024 security update for the Galaxy Tab S7 FE, making it the first Galaxy device to receive the latest patch.
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Samsung One UI 7 Beta Makes Major Progress Ahead of Release
Samsung is gearing up to launch the first public beta update for its highly anticipated One UI 7.0 based on Android 15 for the Galaxy S24 series. The fresh testing versions for Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra spotted on Samsung’s server hint at the end of a long wait for users eager to test out One UI 7 features.
According to the tipster, the first beta build was first found for the Galaxy S24 Ultra in India and Europe. Now, it’s also been spotted in six of the seven eligible countries where Samsung will offer the beta.
These countries include the US, UK, Germany, Poland, India, and South Korea. However, China is not yet included, though it is expected to join soon.
Usually, Samsung rolls out beta programs in phases. The first phase mainly includes markets like Germany, South Korea, and the US, with other countries joining in the second phase. Although Samsung has followed this pattern in the past, there’s hope that the company may release the beta update in all eligible markets together.
After that, Samsung will also add more devices to the beta program. We expect most of the flagship Galaxy devices from 2023 and 2024 to be eligible. If you own one of these devices, you’ll need to sign up through the Samsung Members app to join the beta.
Based on Android 15, One UI 7.0 will bring improvements to the interface, new features, and better performance. While the full update won’t be available immediately, beta testers will get an early look at what’s new coming. Samsung will release a stable version with the Galaxy S25 series launch next year.
If you have a Galaxy S24 smartphone, ensure it is ready for One UI 7 Beta.
Excited for One UI 7 Beta? Here’s how to get your Samsung device ready!
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Samsung One UI 7 may launch AI Brief feature – News, Weather, Mails and More
Samsung may reserve some impressive AI features for the Stable One UI 7. Most of the Galaxy AI traits might be included in the One UI 7.1. Meanwhile, a rumor says that Samsung may launch an AI Brief feature in Stable One UI 7.
According to @chunvn8888, Samsung may launch the Galaxy AI Brief feature with the Stable One UI 7 update. The source has also shared some possible functionalities, suggesting that it will be a great addition for all Galaxy smartphone users.
AI Brief
One UI 7’s AI Brief could work as your personal news provider on Galaxy. When enabled, you will get a briefing on relevant information and topics. Briefing topics could include news, messages, emails, weather, stock, and health.
Given the possible functioning, it looks like AI Brief could work as a universal reminder. It will monitor and analyze key stuff across the operating system. A time-to-time remainder would help you pay attention to important information.
AI Brief may present a set of topics with brief information. It would appear in the notification section and be updated timely with refreshed content. If it arrives, Galaxy phones will have their own platform for reminders and briefing.
A look ahead
Meanwhile, the tipster is not sure whether the feature will be added in the Stable update. The same source previously revealed most of the Galaxy AI improvements will be accessible in the One UI 7.1, not in the One UI 7.0 update.
It would indeed come to several older flagships at any cost. Samsung may (or may not) reserve this AI feature for the Galaxy S25 series. The S25 Ultra is all set to bring massive performance improvements over the S24 Ultra, read more here.
Galaxy users will start receiving the Android 15-based One UI 7 update early next year. The Beta activity reportedly starting early next week. Samsung is in the final phase of testing, and the firmware is all set to be deployed.