Android 14
One UI 6.0 update for Galaxy S21, Galaxy Z Fold 5 live in Canada
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Samsung Galaxy S21 series and Galaxy Z Fold 5 are receiving the One UI 6.0 update based on Android 14 in Canada. This major update arrives with a bundle of new features and enhancements to take your Galaxy experience to the next level.
One UI 6.0 update offers a more refined and user-friendly interface, with enhanced privacy and security options, redesigned widgets and notifications, improved performance and battery life, and more. In addition, the latest update brings the November 2023 security patch to provide better performance.
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Samsung Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, Galaxy S21 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Fold 5 smartphones can verify the One UI 6.0 update in Canada through the PDA versions mentioned below.
- Galaxy S21 – G991WVLU9FWK5
- Gaalxy S21 Plus – G996WVLU9FWK5
- Galaxy 21 Ultra – G998WVLU9FWK5
- Galaxy Z Fold 5 – F946WVLU1BWK9 (2.9GB)
To install the update on your Galaxy device, you just need to open Settings >> Software Update >> Download and Install. If the update is available, they can follow the on-screen instructions to install it on their device.
Android 14
Samsung Galaxy S23 One UI 6.1 (Android 14) Update Status, Progress and Features
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Samsung Galaxy S23 series came pre-installed with Android 13-based One UI 5.1 software. After getting the Android 14-based One UI 6.0 update last year, One UI 6.1 will soon be rolled out to these Samsung flagships, and if you own a Galaxy S23 series model, should bookmark this tracker for the latest insights.
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One UI 6.1, which is also based on Android 14 was first unveiled on January 17, 2024, while Samsung is already testing the build internally. One UI 6.0 brought a major user interface overhaul, however, the next incremental upgrade aims to install AI features.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Android 14 Update Tracker
Note: We will add or remove entries to provide useful insights only.
One UI 6.1 (Android 14) News:
March 16
A new One UI 6.1 test build for the Galaxy S23 series with the suffix CXBC has been spotted. This build differs from the previous testing builds because it ends with an alphabet letter instead of a digit. Read more here…
March 8
The One UI 6.1 update for the Samsung Galaxy S23 series will include a March 2024 security patch. It indicates that the company will release this update update anytime in March for Galaxy S23 models in Korea. Read more here…
February 27
A new One UI 6.1 build suggests that the testing is moving forward for the Galaxy S23 series. The firmware version is upgraded to S91xBXXU3CXBC from CXB9.
February 21
Samsung announces the global expansion of mobile AI by enabling users to experience Galaxy AI on previous devices. One UI 6.1 update will be rolled out for the Samsung Galaxy S23 series from the end of March.
February 17
One UI 6.1 testing is underway for the Galaxy S23 series with firmware version S918BXXU3CXB5, which is upgraded from CXB4. The testing is going on in India and Europe, suggesting that the update is close to being released.
February 11
Samsung Galaxy S23 series starts getting the February 2024 security update in the US. For the S23 series, the One UI 6.1 comes a step closer, following the Feb patch release.
February 6
One UI 6.1 testing is underway for the Galaxy S23 series with firmware versions mentioned below.
- India, the Middle East, and Europe – S91xBXXU3CXB1
- Korea – S91xNKSU2CXB1
February 4
Samsung Galaxy S23 series is said to receive One UI 6.1 update after the February 2024 security patch deployment.
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One UI 6.0 Updates –
November 10
Samsung finally rolled out Stable One UI 6.0 update to Galaxy S23 series – carrier-locked and unlocked models in the US.
October 30
Samsung started rolling out the Android 14-based One UI 6.0 update to the Galaxy S23 series in several markets including Europe and Asia.
August 10
Samsung started Android 14 Beta for Galaxy S23 series in early August. The Beta program will be available in seven countries like last year, meanwhile, Beta 1 is available in just three markets including the US, Germany, and South Korea.
Android 14
Google Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2 rolling out
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Google has kicked off Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2 for Pixel devices, which offers significant updates and fixes that enhance device performance and user experience. This update is rolling out for Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel 8, Pixel Tablet, Pixel Fold, Pixel 7a, Pixel 7Pro, Pixel 7, Pixel 6a, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, and Pixel 5a.
Android 14 QPR3 Beta 2 update is part of Google’s Quarterly Platform Releases. It brings more substantial changes than the usual monthly patches, including UI improvements and new features that don’t require waiting for a full version release.
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The update carries the March 2024 security patch to improve system security. In addition, it addresses system stability, performance, and camera functionality, ensuring a smoother operation.
WHAT’S NEW
- Fixed an issue that sometimes caused a device to crash or restart unexpectedly.
- Fixed an issue that sometimes caused a device to crash or restart unexpectedly while updating apps after the device was flashed.
- Fixed issues that caused a device to display a blank, black screen after booting from flash.
- Fixed an issue that caused a device to crash and display a blank, black screen after switching to a secondary user.
- Fixed issues when always-on display mode was enabled that interfered with the “Double tap to wake” gesture and prevented the device from unlocking if the user tried to use their fingerprint to unlock the device.
- Fixed an issue that sometimes caused battery information to not display correctly in the system settings, status bar, and on the lock screen.
- Fixed issues that prevented device-to-device transfers and backup and restore from working.
- Fixed various issues that were impacting system stability, performance, and camera.
However, users have encountered issues sideloading the update on devices like the Pixel 8 Pro and Fold, with phones freezing on the Google logo post-reboot.
Android 14
Google releases Android 14 QPR2 Beta 3 for Pixel devices
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Google has released the third and likely final beta update of Android 14 QPR2 for its Pixel devices. The update brings bug fixes, stability improvements, and security patch for the beta testers.
Android 14 QPR2 Beta 3 is rolling out to Pixel 5a, Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, Pixel 7 Pro, Pixel 7a, Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel Tablet and Pixel Fold as well as the Android Emulator. Users can join the Android Beta Program to get the latest OTA update, which can be verified through version AP11.231215.007.
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The update includes the January 2024 security patch and fixes for various issues reported by the beta testers. Google has not confirmed the release date for the stable version of QPR2, but it is expected to be sometime in March.
What’s New
Developer- and user-reported issues
- Fixed an issue where SPIR-V sequences of OpShiftLeft followed by OpShiftRight didn’t produce the expected results for ARM Vulkan driver versions 43.0 and 44.0.
- Fixed issues that sometimes caused Bluetooth connections to be interrupted for some devices.
- Fixed issues that sometimes caused a device to crash or become unresponsive after restarting.
- Fixed issues that in some rare cases caused devices to reboot while in idle mode.
- Fixed an issue that caused live wallpapers to stop animating.
- Fixed an issue that prevented Google Assistant from activating in some cases.
Other resolved issues
- Fixed an issue that sometimes caused multi-finger gestures to stop working.
- Fixed an issue where the device’s screen didn’t initially turn on when the screen was double-tapped or the power button was pressed.
- Fixed an issue that sometimes caused higher than usual CPU usage during video playback.
- Fixed a system issue that sometimes caused poor audio quality or higher power consumption when making calls.
- Fixed an issue where the keyboard was always shown even if the “Swipe up to start search” setting was disabled in system settings.
- Fixed an issue where sometimes when a user unlocked the device using their fingerprint, there was no haptic feedback.
- Fixed an issue for Pixel Fold devices where sometimes after a user unlocked the device while it was folded, the inner display didn’t turn on after unfolding the device.
- Fixed various issues that were impacting system stability, performance, connectivity, camera, and accessibility.