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Samsung starts the One UI 3 (Android 11) Beta program for Developers
Earlier we exclusively reported about the upcoming One UI 3 beta program and now Samsung has officially kicked off the beta program for Android 11-based One UI 3 for developers.
The One UI 3 Beta Program is currently open to participants in South Korea and the U.S. Following the One UI 3 beta for developers, Samsung will release the public beta version and with more eligible models.
The One UI Beta Program allows users to try One UI features before their official release. As you can preview the new features and design, as well as providing feedback to Samsung to help improve their new features as well and user experience for the stable release.
READ MORE: Here’s the list of eligible Samsung devices that will get the One UI 3.0/Android 11
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Currently, One UI 3 Pre-beta phase opened for Developers:
Samsung partners with developers and allows then to participate in a pre-beta phase and to ensure that the application store apps are compatible with the beta software before the public beta period.
One UI 3 eligible devices for Pre-beta phase testing:
- Samsung Galaxy S20
- Samsung Galaxy S20+
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra LTE
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G
One UI 3 eligible devices for Pre-beta phase testing Countries:
South Korea:
Service Provider (KT / LGU+ / SKT / Unlocked) = Models [Galaxy S20 (SM-G981N), S20+ (SM-G986N), S20 Ultra (SM-G988N)
United States:
Service Provider (Sprint / T-Mobile) = Models [Galaxy S20 (SM-G981U), S20+ (SM-G986U), S20 Ultra (SM-G988U)]
Service Provider (Unlocked) = Models [Galaxy S20 (SM-G981U1), S20+ (SM-G986U1), S20 Ultra (SM-G988U1)]
How to participate (Developers):
To participate in the pre-beta, apply to become a Samsung partner developer. Approved partner developers can learn how to access the beta software through the “ONE UI BETA FOR PARTNER” tab on this page, and are notified when the pre-beta phase begins.
Apply for Samsung Developer Partnership
Note :
- The pre-beta phase is for the purpose of compatibility testing with the listed devices only. Your partnership application can be rejected if the conditions and requirements are not met. If you cannot participate in the pre-beta, you can participate in the public beta when it is available.
- The outcome of the application is confirmed within 2 business days after applying for a partnership.
- Before installing beta software, it is highly recommended to back up your data to your computer with Smart Switch. Unexpected behavior in beta software can cause data loss.
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Apple is targeting over 9 million OLED iPad Pro shipments this year. On May 7th, the company launched its first OLED display iPad models. South Korea’s Samsung Display and LG Display are slated to supply OLED panels for the iPad Pro 2024.
Omdia estimates this year’s OLED tablet shipments could be 12.1 million units. The volume of hybrid OLED tablets is 8.12 million units (61.7%), debuted with the Apple iPad Pro 2024. Omdia’s forecast for hybrid OLED tablet shipment of 8.12 million units is mostly iPad Pro OLED.
Recently, TrendForce predicted that this year’s OLED iPad Pro shipment to be 4.5 to 5 million units. The market research firm estimated that the price of the new iPad Pro has increased by $200, which could partially eat into the demand for the OLED iPad Pro.
There’s a major difference in figures. Do note that Omdia’s forecast is based on panels, while Trend Force’s forecast is based on finished products. TrendForce noted that OLED panel shipments could be at least 10% higher than OLED iPad Pro shipments.
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Counterpoint Research published their new report on the US smartphone market. Apple still dominates the US smartphone market, while Samsung managed to score positive growth during the first quarter of the year.
According to the report, Samsung secured a 31% market share in the US in the first quarter of the year. The company achieved this growth from 27% recorded in the first quarter of last year.
Apple managed to keep its 52% share in the market in the same period. Notably, the company neither declined nor grew year over year, however, keeping the performance constant is considered praiseworthy.
Samsung and Apple are the main smartphone vendors in the United States. Thanks to the Galaxy AI induction, the Galaxy S24 flagships helped the company to bolster its market share in the country.
Motorola came third with 9% of the market share in the first quarter, up from 8% last year. Google is next, however, the chart doesn’t mention its market share. Counterpoint’s Maurice said, “Google declined in market share in Q1.”
Pay attention, the US smartphone shipments declined 8% YoY in Q1 2024, the sixth consecutive quarter showing a YoY decline. Sales of low-end shipments declined as carriers pushed for deeper 5G smartphone penetration.
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Samsung reportedly puts a break on its autonomous EV driving research project. The company’s Advanced Institute of Technology division ditched autonomous driving from its research projects. This move comes after reports emerged citing Apple stopped exploring the EV business.
BusinessKorea reports that Samsung is putting a brake on the “era of autonomous EV driving.” Rather than autonomous driving, Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology will shift development personnel to the robotics field as part of a selection and concentration strategy.
An industry insider stated, “Samsung Electronics following Apple in ceasing autonomous vehicle research appears to be due to the difficulties in technology realization and the lack of significant returns compared to investment.”
Earlier this year, Apple ditched its Apple Car development project. The company has also dissolved the Special Projects Group responsible for autonomous EV research. However, recent reports indicate Apple may reach an agreement with Rivian to continue its R&D on EVs.
Global EV makers, including Tesla, are facing scrutiny over fully autonomous driving. Elon’s EV company is under investigation by the U.S. Federal Prosecutor for “wire fraud” because of misleading consumers, and “securities fraud,” due to deceiving securities investors.
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