Everything about Samsung One UI 3.0/One UI 3.1 – Eligible devices, features, and release date
After bringing stable Android 11/One UI 3.0 updates to the flagship devices, Samsung is rapidly working to deliver this major Android upgrade to the remaining/eligible phones and tablets as soon as possible.
Apart from this, the South Korean tech giant is also delivering the One UI 3.1 features via OTA to the compatible models. So far, a number of Galaxies including high-end and mid-range have received this version of One UI that was debuted with the Galaxy S21 series.
Samsung One UI 3.0 and One UI 3.1 version comes with some iconic features alongside all the bells and whistles of Google’s Android 11 operating system. You can check out all the coverage on One UI 3.1 by clicking HERE.
Samsung One UI 3.0 Features:
- Quick Settings/Notification Panel Redesign
- Volume Control
- Settings Menu
- Always on Display (AoD)
- FaceWidgets
- Double Tap To Sleep
- Notification Type and History
- Redesigned Long Press application menu
- Home screen, App Drawer, Folders, Finder and Recents
- Device Care
- Video enhancer
- Gallery App
- Caller screen layout
Read the details of the complete features here.
Samsung has changed the color scheme of the quick settings panel and used a Gaussian-like blur effect on the background of the toggle buttons. Secondly, the volume adjustment panel now acts vertically rather than a horizontal list of the volume sliders. There are currently, no changes found in the home screen, lock screen, and the recent apps section.
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Stock Android 11 features include one-time permissions, device controls, quick access wallet, media controls in the quick settings, or Conversations in notifications and Samsung has tried to implement most of these features in One UI 3.0. However, some of the features including the device control are not part of One UI 3.0 because Samsung already has its own device control center.
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Additionally, there are some features from the miscellaneous section including the new minimal battery use mode, which applies a dark theme, a minimal home screen, and limits apps for maximum power saving. Also, it has a new enhanced processing mode that boosts performance and more.
Bixby routines getting a new upgrade that allows you to set a custom icon for each routine, what actions are reversed when a routine ends, toggle various accessibility features, trigger Bixby, use new conditions, and more. There are also some Digital Wellbeing improvements.
Furthermore, the One UI 3.0 beta also brought users a new look at its stock Samsung apps. Now, you can revert any edits you make, Samsung messages now adds a new bin to store deleted messages, and the Contact app helps you quickly delete similar contacts and even more.
Samsung Internet is also getting some new changes, that include the ability to lock/reorder tabs, block pages from hijacking the back button, warnings about malicious sites, hiding the status bar when scrolling, and more.
One UI launcher now has new changes in the context menu section with an option to place a related widget by long-pressing an app icon. There’s also a new feature called “double-tap to sleep” that lets you turn off your display by double-tapping on the display’s empty area.
Samsung keyboard now supports inline autofill suggestions and image copy-past. However, it doesn’t offer new Android 11 emojis.
These are some of the key new changes made into the One UI 3.0 but since it is a beta build, it’s possible that Samsung may add additional features before One UI 3.0 goes to the public.
Samsung One UI 3.0 device list
Samsung Galaxy S and Note series Android 11 device list:
- Galaxy S20 FE
- Galaxy S20 FE 5G
- Galaxy Note 20
- Galaxy Note 20 5G
- Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
- Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G
- Galaxy Z Fold 2
- Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G
- Galaxy Flip 5G
- Galaxy Tab S7
- Galaxy Tab S7 5G
- Galaxy Tab S7+
- Galaxy Tab S7+ 5G
- Galaxy S20
- Galaxy S20 5G
- Galaxy S20 5G UW
- Galaxy S20+
- Galaxy S20+ 5G
- Galaxy S20 Ultra
- Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G
- Galaxy Z Flip
- Galaxy Fold
- Galaxy Fold 5G
- Galaxy Note 10+
- Galaxy Note 10+ 5G
- Galaxy Note 10
- Galaxy Note 10 5G
- Galaxy S10 5G
- Galaxy S10+
- Galaxy S10
- Galaxy S10e
- Galaxy Note 10 Lite
- Galaxy S10 Lite
Samsung Galaxy A-series Android 11 device list:
- Galaxy A01
- Galaxy A10
- Galaxy A10e
- Galaxy A10s
- Galaxy A11
- Galaxy A20
- Galaxy A20e
- Galaxy A20s
- Galaxy A21
- Galaxy A21s
- Galaxy A30
- Galaxy A30s
- Galaxy A31
- Galaxy A40
- Galaxy A41
- Galaxy A42 5G
- Galaxy A50
- Galaxy A50s
- Galaxy A51
- Galaxy A51 5G
- Galaxy A51 5G UW
- Galaxy A60
- Galaxy A70
- Galaxy A70s
- Galaxy A71
- Galaxy A71 5G
- Galaxy A71 5G UW
- Galaxy A80
- Galaxy A8s
- Galaxy A90 5G
- Galaxy A Quantum
Samsung Galaxy M-series Android 11 device list:
- Galaxy M01
- Galaxy M01s
- Galaxy M02s
- Galaxy M11
- Galaxy M21
- Galaxy M21s
- Galaxy M30s
- Galaxy M31
- Galaxy M31s
- Galaxy M40
- Galaxy M51
- Galaxy M31 Prime
Samsung Galaxy F-series Android 11 device list:
- Galaxy F41
Samsung Galaxy Tab and other smartphones:
- Galaxy Tab Active 3
- Galaxy Tab A7 10.4 2020
- Galaxy Tab S5e
- Galaxy Tab S6
- Galaxy Tab S6 5G
- Galaxy Tab S6 Lite
- Galaxy Tab A 10.1 2019
- Galaxy Tab A 8.0 2019
- Galaxy Tab Active Pro
- Galaxy Xcover 4s (Probably)
- Galaxy XCover Pro
Samsung One UI 3.0 Release Date
On December 03, 2020, Samsung officially released the third-generation of its self-developed custom skin – One UI 3.0 which is based on Google’s Android 11.
Samsung One UI 3.1 Release Date
Alongside the Galaxy S21 series, Samsung also introduced the One UI 3.1 version on January 14, 2021.
Latest News:
- Samsung Galaxy Note 10 starts getting One UI 3.1 update in Canada. READ MORE HERE
- Samsung Galaxy S10 lineup will start getting One UI 3.1 update in Canada next week. READ MORE HERE
- Samsung rolling out Android 11-based One UI 3.1 update for Galaxy A40. READ MORE HERE
- T-Mobile rolling out Samsung One UI 3.1 update for Galaxy S20 FE. READ MORE HERE
- T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S20 One UI 3.1 update rollout begins! READ MORE HERE
- Verizon releases Samsung One UI 3.1 update for the Galaxy A71 5G UW. READ MORE HERE
- AT&T rolling out One UI 3.1 update to Samsung Galaxy S10 and Note 10 series. READ MORE HERE
- Android 11-based One UI 3.1 update rolling out for Samsung Galaxy A70. READ MORE HERE
- Samsung Galaxy M51 One UI 3.1 Android 11 firmware update rolling out now. READ MORE HERE
- Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite One UI 3.1 update rollout begins. READ MORE HERE
- Samsung Galaxy A71 gets One UI 3.1 update along with Android 11 via OTA. READ MORE HERE
- Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite gets One UI 3.1 update via OTA. READ MORE HERE
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 One UI 3.1 Android 11 update is rolling out now!. READ MORE HERE
- Samsung Galaxy S20 One UI 3.1 update now rolling out in the US. READ MORE HERE
- Samsung Galaxy Fold receiving One UI 3.1 update. READ MORE HERE
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 now provides a seamless experience with One UI 3.1. READ MORE HERE
- Samsung One UI 3.0/Android 11: Eligible Devices and Release Date [India]. READ MORE HERE.
- Samsung Good Lock for Android 11/One UI 3.0 will come in February 2021. READ MORE HERE.
- Samsung One UI 3.0 officially launched with redesigned UI, new features, and more. READ MORE HERE.
- Breaking: Samsung One UI 3.0/Android 11 stable is out for the Galaxy S20 series. READ MORE HERE.
- One UI Home launcher keeps crashing after One UI 3.0 beta installation on Galaxy Note 10. READ MORE HERE.
- Samsung Galaxy S10e, S10, and S10 Plus receiving One UI 3.0 beta in India, Korea, and the UK. READ MORE HERE.
- Samsung ends One UI 3.0 first-round beta registration for Galaxy S10 devices. READ MORE HERE.
- Samsung releases One UI 3.0 Beta 7 for the Galaxy S20 series. READ MORE HERE.
- Samsung One UI 3.0 Beta 6 arrives at Galaxy S20 in the US, stable release may be near. READ MORE HERE.
- Samsung fixes several bugs in the latest One UI 3.0 Beta 5 for the Galaxy S20. READ MORE HERE.
- Samsung One UI 3.0 beta is now rolling out in Korea and UK for Galaxy Note 10 series. READ MORE HERE.
- Samsung is now rolling out the 3rd One UI 3.0 beta for Galaxy Note 20 series in India. READ MORE HERE.
- Samsung One UI 3.0 fourth beta rolling out for Galaxy S20 series. READ MORE HERE.
- Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series receiving second One UI 3.0 beta with November 2020 security patch. READ MORE HERE.
- Samsung Galaxy S20 series is getting 3rd One UI 3.0 Beta with November 2020 security patch. READ MORE HERE.
- One UI 3.0 Beta 2 is now rolling out with several bug fixes for the Galaxy S20 series. READ MORE HERE.
- Android 11-based One UI 3.0 beta program is now available in China, Korea, the US, Germany, Poland, UK, and India. READ MORE HERE.
- Samsung is now rolling out a new hotfix for the One UI 3.0 beta 1 users. Read more information here.
- Samsung Galaxy S20 series getting a new One UI 3 beta update in the US for unlocked devices. Read more here.
Google has recently released the first beta version of Android 15, which brings a significant update as lets users select a preferred app to serve as their default wallet application. This feature enhances the system’s flexibility, allowing for a personalized choice of NFC payment apps.
Previously, Google Wallet was the default NFC payment app on Pixel phones. With the new update, users have noticed that the AMEX app is also compatible with this setting.
This change is also expected for various payment apps to become the default wallet app on Android devices. Google explains that wallet apps are designed to store essential items like credit cards, loyalty cards, and even car keys, facilitating different types of transactions.
This update is notable because it differs from Apple’s approach on iOS, where alternative digital wallet apps are not allowed. Previously, Android hasn’t blocked third-party wallet apps but this new default setting will make it easier for users to integrate these apps into their payment processes, giving them more options and enhancing the overall user experience.
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Google’s upcoming Android 15 update is set to bring a transformational change in the way NFC technology is updated on smartphones. The company promises to reduce the complexity of operating system updates with Android 15. Notably, the NFC feature offers contactless payments and data transfer.
Back in 2019, Project Mainline was introduced by Google to address the challenge of updating the Android operating system across various devices. Project Mainline allows Google to update essential parts of the operating system directly, bypassing the device manufacturers. This method simplifies the update process and ensures that all devices receive updates simultaneously.
With the introduction of Android 15, Google plans to increase the number of updateable modules from 37 to 40 within Project Mainline. The addition of the ‘com.android.nfcservices’ package is significant because it includes the NFC stack.
The presence of the NFC stack package along with two other packages indicates that Google is preparing to add these as new modules to the project mainline. Although it has not yet been confirmed whether these will be included or not.
As Android 15 gets closer to its release, it’s clear that Google is working towards a more unified Android experience. The ability to update the NFC stack directly through the Google Play System is a step that provides users with a more consistent and secure operating system.
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Google has released the Android 15 Beta 1 for Pixel devices through OTA. This beta update is available for testing for developers and early adopters. Android 15 brings improvements to increase productivity, enhance app quality, and strengthen privacy and security.
Now, users of the Pixel devices can try out the new features of Android 15 on their devices ahead of the stable release. The beta program is essential for refining Android, with user feedback playing an essential role.
Android 15 Beta 1 update arrives with a bundle of new features and enhancements to provide a better and next-level experience. It uses full screen, enhances NFC payments, supports more languages with better text justification, and introduces app archiving to save space.
Moreover, it also adds new developer tools for app profiling and improves Braille display compatibility. Security is strengthened with key management for encryption and more rigid background activity controls.
Android 15 First Beta Update Features
Edge to Edge
In Android 15, apps automatically use the full screen, showing content behind the system bars without extra coding. For older Android versions, it’s still best to use `enableEdgeToEdge()` to achieve this look. Material 3 design helps manage the layout for you, ensuring your app looks great on all devices.
By default, system bars on Android 15 are see-through, allowing app content to extend behind them. To avoid content hidden by the system bars, refer to “Handle overlaps using insets” documentation for Views or the Window insets section in Compose.
Smooth NFC experience – part 2
The tap-to-pay process is now smoother, with apps able to register for notifications of NFC polling, ensuring better performance across multiple NFC applications.
Inter-character justification
A new justification mode allows for better letter spacing in texts, particularly benefiting languages like Chinese and Japanese that don’t rely on spaces.
App archiving
To save storage, users can now archive rarely used apps while keeping their data intact. This feature is now supported at the OS level, making it easier for app stores to adopt.
App managed profiling
Developers can gather in-depth app performance data with the new ProfilingManager class. An upcoming Jetpack API will further streamline this process.
Better Braille
TalkBack now supports a wider range of Braille displays, thanks to compatibility with the HID standard over USB and Bluetooth.
Key management for end to end encryption
The new E2eeContactKeysManager API helps in managing cryptographic keys for end-to-end encryption in apps.
Secured background activity launches
Android 15 enhances security by restricting background apps from unauthorized foreground launches.
App compatibility
With Android 15 in beta, developers are advised to test their apps for compatibility and address any issues to ensure a smooth user experience.
If you’ve a eligible pixel device, join the beta program now to enjoy the new features on your smartphones.