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No, Samsung Galaxy S8, S9, and Note 9 will not get Android 11 (One UI 3.0)
As the One UI 3.0/Android 11 is approaching its release many of the older Samsung Galaxy flagship smartphone users are curious to know if their device will get this major upgrade or not.
Meanwhile, Samsung representatives are busy misrepresenting and providing users incorrect information regarding the Android version upgrade policy and schedule for the Galaxy smartphones.
Following several reports, our team confirmed with Samsung that the company will only provide Android version upgrade up to Android 11 for the Galaxy devices that launched with Android 9 Pie or later.
You’ll be surprised to know that the representative of Samsung has provided some information that doesn’t match the paragraph above and proved them manipulating without noting the built-in Android version of some older Galaxy flagships.
According to the representative, the Galaxy Note 9, S9, and S8 devices will get Android 11 update. A support rep. even claimed that the Galaxy Note 9 device was launched with Android 9 Pie, while actually, the Galaxy Note 9 and S9 were launched pre-packed Android 8 Oreo.
Samsung’s update policy clearly shows that the devices launched with Android 9 will get three major Android OS upgrades and this information from the Samsung Support rep. raises false hope for the older flagship device owners like the Galaxy Note 9, S9, and S8.
In the past month, Samsung has rolled out One UI 2.5 for the Galaxy Note 9 and S9 devices, which adds various new features to these 2018’s flagship. Although, we favor that these devices should also receive Android 11 but unfortunately we have confirmed that there will be no One UI 3.0 update rollout for the Galaxy S9 and Note 9 devices, which leaves no conversation for the S8 devices.
Below you can check my full conversation with Samsung Support India and what conclusion we’ve reached on this matter. To be mentioned, I’ve repeated the same conversation for S9 and S8 devices and it was all the same. We hope that Samsung will feed better information to its customer care representatives so they can avoid such spread of misinformation.
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Users of Galaxy smartphones running Samsung‘s One UI 6.1 have reported that they are unable to delete the Secure Folder app after installing its update. This issue is mainly affecting flagship devices that recently received the One UI 6.1 update. Due to this issue, users are not able to use this app at their convenience.
However, Samsung has acknowledged the issue with the Secure Folder app in its latest One UI 6.1 update. This issue affects several flagship devices including the Galaxy S23 series, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Z Fold 5, Galaxy Z Flip 5, and Galaxy Tab S9.
According to the community moderator, the issue occurred while integrating the latest Google security policies, resulting in the distribution of a non-deletable version of the Secure Folder app, specifically version 1.9.10.27.
The Korean tech giant is preparing to release a fix to address this problem. Users will be able to download the updated app through the Galaxy Store. To update, simply open the Galaxy Store, search for ‘Secure Folder’, and select the update option.
Users are encouraged to update their Secure Folder app as soon as the new version is available to maintain optimal performance and security of their personal data.
2 One UI 6.1 features that will extend battery life of Samsung devices after enabling
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Samsung‘s One UI 6.1 brings support for several new features to enhance the Galaxy Camera experience and one of them is the Natural Density (ND) filter. This feature was once exclusive to the Galaxy S24 series, introduced with the first One UI 6.1-based update. And now, it is available on the Galaxy S23 series and Fold 5, enhancing mobile photography.
The ND filter allows amazing control over the lighting in photos, mirroring the functionality of professional camera filters. This is especially useful for outdoor settings where lighting can vary considerably.
With settings ranging from ND2 to ND1000, users can easily adjust exposure to capture the perfect shot, regardless of lighting conditions. You can adjust the lighting on your smartphone camera very practically and easily.
This camera feature simplifies the process of taking high-quality, full-body photos of outfits, which is often challenging due to fluctuations in natural lighting. The ability to adjust filters directly from the camera preview screen enhances the convenience, making it accessible to all users.
The Natural Density (ND) filter eliminates the need for external accessories and complex editing on One UI 6.1 running devices as it allows users to achieve professional-grade photography with just a few taps.
If you have a Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy S23 series, or Galaxy Z Fold 5 smartphone, you can try this amazing Camera feature.
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Google recently initiated the beta testing phase for Android 15, inviting testers to explore new functionalities. On the other side, Samsung is also preparing to release the Android 14-based One UI 6.1.1 iteration with next-generation foldables. Meanwhile, the community moderator confirms that Samsung will bring a Vertical App Drawer with One UI 7, based on Android 15.
According to the community moderator, the Vertical App Drawer feature of the Samsung Home Up Good Lock module is currently in development for the next OS version, Android 15-based One UI 7. However, the moderator has not confirmed anything further about it.
The Vertical App Drawer feature will allow users to scroll vertically through their apps. This differs from horizontal scrolling, providing a more intuitive and organized way to access apps.
Previously, the same moderator had reported that the Vertical App Drawer would be part of One UI 6.1.1. However, it will now be introduced with the next OS and will be included in the Good Lock’s Home Up module.
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