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Everything about the Samsung One UI 2.5
At the Galaxy Unpacked 2020 event, Samsung launched the Galaxy Note 20 series, alongside the company introduced the new version of One UI, One UI 2.5. It comes with a bunch of very useful features.
Samsung One UI 2.5 doesn’t bring big changes to the UI, but there are many new camera features, DeX, gesture navigation, and more. The One UI 2.5 is still based on Android 10. Samsung will gradually start rolling out the One UI 2.5 to its eligible devices including Galaxy S and Galaxy Note smartphones.
Samsung One UI 2.5 Features
- New camera features
- Samsung Notes
- Samsung DeX
- Connectivity
- Reminder
- Android 10 Gestures support with a third-party launcher
1. New Camera Features
You can now capture jaw-dropping videos easily. Pro Video mode lets you produce high-fidelity videos with just the Galaxy device alone.
In the Settings app, there’s a new option called “Pro video size” for the Camera, which lets you set the resolution of the Pro Video mode. If you want to give your videos a cinematic look, all you need to do is shoot in 8K with a 24fps frame rate. With the option to record footage in the 21:9 aspect ratio, you can capture more of your experiences.
In addition, with the Pro Video mode in Camera, there’s a new “Zoom” button, with that you can adjust magnification. To produce pro-grade videos, audio quality is as important as the visuals. Pro Video mode on the Galaxy device gives you the ability to control the smartphone’s mic direction, so you can pick up specific sounds when you shoot. When paired with the Galaxy Buds line-up, you can use the earbuds as a pro-style lavalier microphone to minimize background noise and record crystal-clear audio.
You also have a new microphone button in the Pro Video mode in Camera. By selecting the microphone button, it will open new options to manage the audio recording. You now have an option to adjust the mic to record either omnidirectional, in front, or behind you. In addition, you can choose the source when using a USB microphone or external Bluetooth device. There’s an indicator that represents the current signal level of the mics.
There’s an adjust focus button on the viewfinder in the camera. A new button option is available to add a histogram, a chart that shows all the grayscale values of the image. It also adds a Video Playback Indicator to information on the display. Don’t worry, you also have a reset button in the Pro Video modes.
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2. Samsung Notes
The latest One UI 2.5 update is bringing even more powerful features to Samsung Notes to help you get more done faster.
With Audio Bookmark, you can synchronize your notes with audio recordings of lectures or meetings. When you review your notes, you can simply select a section of what you wrote to play back the corresponding audio. Alternatively, you can scroll through audio recordings to see the matching notes.
The updated Samsung Notes also lets you import and write on PDF files, making it simpler for you to review and revise documents on-the-go.
When you are working with multiple devices, Samsung Notes’ Auto save & sync function keeps you in the flow by letting you quickly access notes across your Galaxy device, tablet, and PC.
With a new template and background color options available, as well as the ability to add handwritten text to typed documents, Samsung Notes can help you work more efficiently, no matter your style.
3. Samsung DeX
By tapping on the Samsung DeX icon in the quick panel, you can now connect your Galaxy S20 to a Smart TV wirelessly and instantly enjoy more space to work and play.
Samsung DeX also lets you use the Galaxy device as a touchpad to control the second display with multi-finger gestures. Simply swipe up with three fingers to see recently opened apps, down to return to the home screen, or left or right to switch between apps.
4. Connectivity
You can easily share the password of the Wi-Fi you are connected to with nearby Galaxy devices that are in your contact list. The new Wi-Fi feature will also show you the speed of the connections in your surroundings, so you can quickly find the one that suits your needs.
5. Reminder
With the updated Reminder app, you can preset time and location for upcoming meetings and tasks.
6. Android 10 Gestures support
You can now use the Android 10 gestures with a third-party home screen launcher. In One UI 2.1, you were not allowed to use the built-in gesture navigation system with Action Launcher or other third-party launchers.
7. Other
New Samsung Messages Features: You can now edit categories created in Samsung Messages. The number of apps you can add to the Edge panel has increased from 10 in One UI 2.1 to 22 apps in One UI 2.5. The icons have been rearranged, the exposure is now next to shutter speed instead. Bitmoji Stickers are supported on Always On Display. (Clock style)
A new feature has been added to the keyboard search feature that allows the user to search for YouTube. Split Keyboard is supported on Landscape mode. The search function of the “Manage Input Languages” screen in the Keyboard Settings page has been newly updated to make it easy to find keyboard input languages that the user wishes to add or delete.
A feature has been added that allows the user to call a person who is saved as a pre-configured SOS message contact. A feature has been added that allows the user to send SOS location-sharing messages every 30 minutes for 24 hours.
Samsung One UI 2.5 device list:
- Samsung Galaxy Note 20 – Pre-installed
- Galaxy Note 20 5G – Pre-installed
- Galaxy Note 20 Ultra – Pre-installed
- Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G – Pre-installed
- Galaxy Tab S7 – Pre-installed
- Galaxy Tab S7+ – Pre-installed
- Galaxy Z Fold 2 – Pre-installed
- Galaxy Flip 5G
- Galaxy Z Flip
- Galaxy Fold 5G
- Galaxy Fold
- Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G
- Galaxy S20 Ultra
- Galaxy S20+ 5G
- Galaxy S20+
- Galaxy S20 5G
- Galaxy S20
- Galaxy S10 5G
- Galaxy S10+
- Galaxy S10
- Galaxy S10e
- Galaxy S10 Lite
- Galaxy S9
- Galaxy S9+
- Galaxy Note 10+ 5G
- Galaxy Note 10+
- Galaxy Note 10 5G
- Galaxy Note 10
- Galaxy Note 10 Lite
- Galaxy Note 9
- Galaxy Tab S6
- Galaxy Tab S5e
Note: Above devices are now confirmed by Samsung to receive the One UI 2.5 update. For other Galaxy devices, Samsung is still committed to providing the latest update until the hardware specifications allow it to provide the optimized mobile experience for the users. The One UI 2.5 features may vary by device.
One UI 2.5 Release Date:
Samsung released the One UI 2.5 update for the Galaxy S20 series, and the company is expending the rollout to the Galaxy Note 10 series, Galaxy S10 series, and other eligible devices.
The rollout is in progress in all the eligible smartphones globally. You should soon get the update on your device.
What about Samsung One UI 3.0?
Samsung One UI 3.0, the next version of One UI, which is based on Google’s Android 11 OS. The company has already started the One UI 3.0 developer pre-beta program for the S20 series users in Korea and the US.
Samsung is likely to start the One UI 3.0 stable rollout in December this year, before that the company will start the One UI 3.0 public beta program for the eligible Galaxy devices.
The most anticipated One UI 7 Beta Program kicked off yesterday. Among the most highlighting advancements, Samsung announced that the One UI 7.0 allows you to transfer recovered, private data to a new device.
Leveraging Knox Matrix, the new software brings a new recovery method for Enhanced Data Protection. Samsung’s One UI 7.0 adds ease and convenience to the process of retrieving data stored on Samsung Cloud.
Samsung’s Enhanced Data Protection feature keeps connected devices synchronized and secure, as well as ensures that if access to a trusted device is lost, users have a backup plan to prevent the loss of their data.
With One UI 7.0, Samsung Galaxy smartphone users will be able to transfer recovered, private data to a new device by verifying the lock screen factor — whether pin, pattern, or password — of their previous device.
Simply put, you will gain access to the recovered data on your new device by the lock screen factor using the security pick of your old device. The feature may safely store your security factor to ease the verification process during recovery.
You may find it less useful, but it will become a boon in case you are about to lose your data. Knox Matrix is a vision for the future, enhancing protection through multi-layered, intelligent threat monitoring between connected Samsung devices.
Apart from this, Samsung users can now also create and use passkeys to log into their Samsung Account. As digital authentication credentials, passkeys enable a faster, easier way to securely log in to apps, devices, and websites.
One UI 7 introduces even more ways users can adjust security settings to best suit how they use their devices. Read more here: One UI 7 introduces advanced security and privacy features for Samsung devices
TSMC could commence mass production of cutting-edge 2nm products next year. While Samsung is facing issues with its 3nm process tech, its Taiwanese rival is set to widen the gap further.
Taiwan’s LibertyTimes reports that TSMC has decided to operate mass production of 2nm products after the test production yield of its 2nm process exceeded 60%.
Currently, the most advanced mass-production technology worldwide is 3nm. With the 2nm process yield surpassing 60%, TSMC plans to transfer it to the newly constructed Kaohsiung plant.
TSMC plans to build 10 new factories in Taiwan and overseas simultaneously next year. Details of these capital investments will be disclosed during the Q4 earnings briefing.
Samsung vs TSMC – Foundry Market
TSMC’s capital expenditure is expected to reach up to $38 billion in 2025. If this happens, the expenditure will surpass the previous record of $36.29 billion.
The company has widened its lead over second-place Samsung in the global foundry market during the third quarter, meanwhile, Samsung saw its market share fall from 11.5% to 9.3.
The gap between Samsung Foundry and TSMC expanded from 50.8% in Q2 to 55.6% in Q3.
TrendForce explained, “TSMC saw increased capacity utilization and wafer shipments driven by flagship smartphone products and AI semiconductors, whereas Samsung Electronics faced intensified competition with Chinese firms in mature process technologies, leading to price cuts and a subsequent decline in revenue and market share compared to the previous quarter.”
Nanometer
The term “nanometer” (nm) refers to the width of semiconductor circuits. The narrower the width, the lower the power consumption and the faster the processing speed.
TSMC’s 2nm factories are being built at the Nanzih Science Park in Kaohsiung and are scheduled to begin operations in the first and third quarters of next year, respectively.
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If you’re a Samsung Galaxy S24 owner in the US, eager to test the latest software version, this is the right time for you. The One UI 7.0 beta program is now open, and here’s how you can get it:
Step 1: Ensure Your Device is Compatible
- First off, you need to have a Galaxy S24, S24+, or S24 Ultra. This beta is initially rolling out for these models.
Step 2: Update Your Samsung Members App
- The Samsung Members app is the gateway to the beta program. Make sure it’s installed on your device. If you haven’t got it, grab it from the Galaxy Store or Google Play Store. Check for any updates to ensure you have the latest version.
Step 3: Sign Up for the Beta Program
- Open the Samsung Members app.
- Look for a banner or notification about the One UI 7 Beta Program. It will say “One UI Beta Program”.
- Tap on the banner or go to the ‘Notices’ section where you will find the option to register for the beta program.
- Click on ‘Register’ or ‘Enroll’ to sign up. You might need to agree to some terms and conditions before you can proceed.
Step 4: Check for the Software Update
- Once you are registered, head over to your device’s ‘Settings’.
- Go to ‘Software update’.
- Select ‘Download and install’. If everything’s gone smoothly, you should see the One UI 7.0 Beta update ready to download.
Step 5: Install the Beta Update
- Follow the on-screen instructions to download and then install the update. Remember, beta software might have some bugs, so it’s wise to back up your data before you start.
What to Expect
The One UI 7.0 brings a host of new features and improvements. You will see enhancements in the user interface, new customization options, better privacy controls, and some performance optimizations. Read more here.
Caution
Remember, this is a beta version. There might be some instability or bugs. I suggest you do not use your primary device for the beta unless you are familiar with potential issues during the beta testing.
The One UI 7.0 beta program gives you a chance to experience Samsung’s latest software before everyone else. Stay tuned to SammyFans.com for more insights and tips on making the most out of your Samsung experience.
Important Information
Samsung One UI 7 beta is only available for unlocked Galaxy devices on all carriers in the US. T-Mobile is the only carrier that allows beta testing on carrier-locked Galaxy S24 devices in the US.