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Samsung One UI 3.1.1: Eligible Devices, Features and Release Date
Last year, Samsung started & concluded the Android 11-based One UI 3.0 update rollout for most of its eligible Galaxy devices. Later on, the company introduced a minor upgraded version called One UI 3.1 alongside the Galaxy S21 series flagships.
Following this, the Korean tech giant announced that it will deliver the new One UI 3.1 features and changes to its several compatible phones and tablets until Q3 2021. However, the company is directly bringing the 3.1 version of the One UI instead of One UI 3.0 with the Android 11 upgrade.
If we take a look at the naming strategy of Samsung’s custom software skin, we found three iterations of every One UI version including – x.0, x.1, and x.5. Though we were expecting that things will remain the same and the company will announce the 3.5 version of One UI along with its next flagship smartphones this August.
Have you received the Android 11 upgrade and your Galaxy phone or tablet is currently running the One UI 3.1? Are you waiting for the One UI 3.5 update? You might never get it as Samsung is going (reportedly) to change its tradition of One UI versions.
History of Samsung One UI
- One UI 1.0, One UI 1.1 and One UI 1.5
- One UI 2.0, One UI 2.1 and One UI 2.5
- One UI 3.0, One UI 3.1 and
One UI 3.5then, what?
One UI 3.1.1 will come next?
It is said that Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 will come with a truly new One UI 3.1.1 version instead of the expected One UI 3.5. The reason behind this decision is unknown, at the same time, the arrival & rollout plan of the 3.1.1 version of One UI is still in the air.
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One UI 3.1.1 Release Date – August 11, 2021
So far, we were expected that the One UI 3.5 will be introduced with the next Galaxy flagships in August 2021. Well, the new information reveals that the Galaxy Z Fold 3 is coming* with Android 11-based One UI 3.1.1 out of the box this August.
Galaxy S21 Series: As per the recent report, the Samsung Galaxy S21 series will start getting the Android 11-based One UI 3.1.1 update in late August. It’s expected that the new version will be released between August 20 and August 27.
* Launch date based on multiple leaks and rumors.
One UI 3.1.1 Features
June 29, 2021 – Media volume muted history [Nice catch]
Earlier today, Samsung released a new feature called “Media volume muted history” for Good Lock’s Nice Catch module that supports devices running One UI 3.1.1. With this release, the company has itself confirmed the existence of the new One UI 3.1.1 version. Read more
May 26, 2021 – SplitUI: New adaptive UI
Well-known tipster, IceUniverse revealed that the Galaxy Z Fold 3 will come with a new adaptive UI called “SplitUI” that radically adapts the app’s UI & elements according to the screen size and orientation. Read more
SplitUI
May 3, 2021 – Advanced multitasking features
Last month, a leakster claimed that the company will offer several noticeable upgrades with its next One UI version, mainly for folding-screen phones. Though, the so-called One UI 3.1.1 is expected to let Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip series smartphone users enjoy two apps simultaneously such as YouTube and Notes, Browser and Calculator, etc. Read more
Samsung One UI 3.1.1 Device List: SammyFans
On the basis of Samsung’s update policy, and previous One UI releases, our team has compiled a list of Galaxy devices that are running Android 11 (One UI 3.0/One UI 3.1) and eligible* to get the upcoming One UI 3.1.1 over the air.
* If Samsung releases One UI 3.1.1 for current Galaxy phones and tablets.
Samsung Galaxy Z Series: SammyFans
- Galaxy Z Fold 3 – Pre-installed
- Galaxy Z Flip 3 – Pre-installed
- Galaxy Z Fold 2
- Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G
- Galaxy Z Flip
- Galaxy Z Flip 5G
- Galaxy Fold
- Galaxy Fold 5G
Samsung Galaxy S Series: SammyFans
- Galaxy S21 5G
- Galaxy S21+ 5G
- Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G
- Galaxy S20
- Galaxy S20 5G
- Galaxy S20 5G UW
- Galaxy S20+
- Galaxy S20+ 5G
- Galaxy S20 Ultra
- Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G
- Galaxy S20 FE
- Galaxy S20 FE 5G
- Galaxy S20 FE 5G UW
- Galaxy S10 5G
- Galaxy S10+
- Galaxy S10
- Galaxy S10e
- Galaxy S10 Lite
Samsung Galaxy Note Series: SammyFans
- Galaxy Note 20
- Galaxy Note 20 5G
- Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
- Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G
- Galaxy Note 10+
- Galaxy Note 10+ 5G
- Galaxy Note 10
- Galaxy Note 10 5G
- Galaxy Note 10 Lite
Samsung Galaxy A Series: SammyFans
- Galaxy A71 5G
- Galaxy A71
- Galaxy A51 5G
- Galaxy A51
- Galaxy A90 5G
- Galaxy A32 5G
- Galaxy A32 4G
- Galaxy A52
- Galaxy A52 5G
- Galaxy A72
- Galaxy A22
- Galaxy A22 5G
Samsung Galaxy Tab Series: SammyFans
- Galaxy Tab S7
- Galaxy Tab S7 5G
- Galaxy Tab S7+
- Galaxy Tab S7+ 5G
- Galaxy Tab S6 Lite
- Galaxy Tab S6 5G
- Galaxy Tab S6
- Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G
* More devices will be added to the list!
One UI 3.5/3.1.1 Latest News
It is confirmed that the One UI 3.5 will be launched alongside Samsung’s next flagship smartphones, so, we also tracking all the news about the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3.
November 23, 2021
Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 started getting the One UI 3.1.1 features alongside September 2021 security patch over the air. Read more here
November 15, 2021
Samsung distributed the One UI 3.1.1 update based on Android 11 to all of its flagship Galaxy devices as well as tablets. Meanwhile, some of the mid-range devices have also received the One UI 3.1.1 update, but on non-foldable and bar handsets, the version remains 3.1.
July 18, 2021
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3 coming this August with lower price tags! Read more
July 13, 2021
- Samsung official shows off Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Watch 4 ahead of launch! Read more
- S Pen Pro will be Samsung’s next weapon for Galaxy Z Fold 3 and more Galaxy devices Read more
July 12, 2021
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 TENAA certification revealed key specs Read more
July 11, 2021
[Exclusive] Win Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 launch event ticket with just an Instagram reel. Read more
July 10, 2021
One UI 3.1.1 coming on August 11, whole Samsung Unpacked leaked!. Read more
July 10, 2021
[Breaking] Samsung’s August 11 Unpacked all products fully exposed in high-res 360 videos. Read more
July 5, 2021
Samsung to launch Galaxy Z Fold 3, Flip 3, Watch 4 and Buds 2 on August 11: Korean media. Read more
July 04, 2021
Samsung One UI 3.1.1 to be released on August 11 alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 3, Flip 3. Read more
June 29, 2021
Samsung releases One UI 3.1.1 feature for Good Lock Nice Catch. Read more
June 28, 2021
New Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3 leak talks about screen sizes. Read more
June 25, 2021
Samsung UTG 2.0 to bring more resilience to Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3. Read more
June 24, 2021
Unlike every year, Samsung might not be releasing the x.5 version of One UI alongside the next Galaxy flagships. Tipster IceUniverse exposed that the Galaxy Z Fold 3 will come with the new One UI 3.1.1 version out of the box and there will be no One UI 3.5.
One UI 3.5 does not exist
Galaxy Z Fold3 with One UI 3.1.1
Samsung S series will test One UI 4.0 next month— Ice universe (@UniverseIce) June 24, 2021
* Article will be updated regularly!
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OnePlus joins Android 15 race with OxygenOS 15 announcement; Samsung lagging due to delay in One UI 7
Samsung and OnePlus, two companies in the Android ecosystem, are taking different approaches with their Android 15 update rollout plans, and tech fans are talking about it.
OnePlus has officially confirmed, via an announcement on its social media account and its community forum, that the Android 15-based OxygenOS 15 beta program is coming on October 24th, 2024. The upcoming OxygenOS update will probably bring a refreshed design inspired by iOS, featuring fresh lock screen customization choices and an updated UI.
Devices like the OnePlus 12 and OnePlus Open will be first in line to get the OxygenOS 15 update by mid or late November, with other models following soon after.
With the OxygenOS 15 announcement, OnePlus now joins other leading manufacturers in rolling out Android 15. The smartphone companies like Google, Vivo, Motorola, Nothing, and ROG have already started the stable or beta rollout.
However, Samsung, a key contributor to the Android OS ecosystem, has delayed the One UI 7.0 beta program, causing it to lag in its update schedule. This delay has upset the Samsung Galaxy users waiting for Android 15, as Samsung is taking time to ensure the OS stability rather than rushing updates.
While Samsung hasn’t rushed to release a beta or full update like OnePlus, the company is expected to bring significant visual and functional changes.
As per official information, the Android 15-based One UI 7.0 stable update won’t be available until 2025. The company is going to bring the stable full-featured One UI 7 with the Galaxy S25 series next year.
Samsung developed the 24Gb GDDR7 DRAM for AI and next-gen GPU. The company’s advanced GDDR7 memory chipset introduces faster speed and enhanced power efficiency to become an optimum solution for next-generation applications.
The South Korean tech giant also announced that the validation for the 24Gb GDDR7 in next-generation AI computing systems from major GPU customers will begin this year, with plans for commercialization early next year.
24Gb GDDR7
Thanks to high capacity and powerful performance, Samsung’s latest memory chip will be widely utilized in various fields. It’s a pretty big induction in fields that require high-performance memory solutions, such as data centers and AI workstations.
Beyond that, the GDDR7 will also be utilized beyond the traditional applications of graphics DRAM in graphics cards, gaming consoles and autonomous driving. It minimizes current leakage by using power gating design tech to boost operational stability.
Samsung claims that the GDDR7 achieved industry-leading speed for graphics DRAM of 40 Gbps, a whopping 25% boost over its predecessor. The performances can also be enhanced to up to 42.5Gbps, depending on the usage environment.
The company has also expanded mobile SoC-inspired methods such as clock control management and dual VDD design. It’s aimed at reducing unnecessary power consumption, improving power efficiency by over 30%.
Samsung faced a key technology leak that could have ruined its semiconductor investments and efforts. As cases surface, South Korea vowed to tighten tech leak prevention to safeguard home-grown innovation by Samsung and others.
Reuters reports that South Korea is preparing big decisions to protect Samsung and other local firms from the leak of key tech and business secrets. The Korean govt will prepare stronger measures to shield advanced technologies from leak.
A former Samsung employee was recently arrested over allegations of stealing semiconductor information. The person was accused of transferring key semiconductor secrets to a Chinese firm as part of establishing a facility.
South Korea’s finance minister announced that the Government is working on the preparation of stronger measures to prevent overseas leaks of business secrets amid intensifying competition for advanced technologies.
“We will prevent illegal leaks of advanced technologies to raise the global competitiveness of our companies and strengthen technology leadership,” Minister Choi Sang-mok said.
Korean FM disclosed that the government will set up a “big data” system. It will be aimed at preventing tech leaks at the patent agency and bringing new regulations to ensure stronger punishment and penalties for culprits.