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Will my Samsung Galaxy S10 get the Android 12 update?
Back in February, Google launched the Android 12 Developer Preview for Pixel device owner. Later on, the company announced a beta testing program for select devices from OEMs other than Google. However, Samsung is not participating in the Android 12’s beta activity before its stable release.
However, it’s already confirmed that every Samsung Galaxy device launched with Android 10 or later, is eligible to get the upcoming Android 12 update. Meanwhile, there’s confusion regarding the eligibility for this major upgrade among the owners of older Galaxy flagships such as the Galaxy S10 series.
Will my Galaxy S10 get the Android 12 update?
Launched back in 2019, the Galaxy S10 is one of the most selling smartphone lineups from Samsung. The S10 series includes different models including the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, and Galaxy S10 5G. While, there’s an affordable Galaxy S10 Lite present as well, which was launched earlier last year.
Aside from the high-profile hardware, the Galaxy S10 series came equipped with the latest software system at that time. These models exclusively came with the Android 9-based One UI 1.1, and currently running the latest Android 11-based One UI 3.1.
So what about future updates! Is your Galaxy S10 series smartphone still eligible to get another Android upgrade after receiving two? So, the answer is… yes! At the time of their official launch, these devices were confirmed to get major upgrades up to Android 11, and monthly security updates every month.
Thanks to Samsung’s revised Android upgrade policy that made the third Android upgrade possible for the Galaxy S10 series. It’s confirmed that the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, and Galaxy S10 5G will upgrade the upcoming Android 12 version, most probably with One UI 4.0.
When will my Galaxy S10 get the One UI 4.0 update?
Talking some words about its availability, the Korean tech giant could begin the Android 12 adoption process just after few days of the stable Android 12 release, which could happen in September this year. Following this, the company will announce the One UI 4.0 Developer Beta, followed by a public beta for general users.
Specifically for the Galaxy S10 series, these devices are expected to grab the stable Android 12 and One UI 4.0 upgrade early next year. Meanwhile, there’s no authentic info available regarding their eligibility to participate in the One UI 4 Beta ahead of a stable release.
- Note: After Android 12, the Galaxy S10 Lite will get Android 13 update as well.
Are you also own one of the Galaxy S10 series devices and enjoying its high-profile performance along with eye-catching design? Feel free to share your thoughts and questions in the comments section!
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Samsung has finally launched the Android 15-based One UI 7 Beta Program. The official announcement was made on December 5. The activity is initially available for the Galaxy S24, S24 Plus, and S24 Ultra in seven.
One UI 7 introduces radical interface tweaks, fresh new UI components, rich graphics, plenty of new features, and a lot more. The new software also uplevels the security system of your Galaxy smartphone to keep data safe.
What’s New in One UI 7?
Samsung’s Android 15-based One UI 7 Beta Program delivers a glimpse into a revolutionary smartphone experience powered by cutting-edge Galaxy AI features, enhanced personalization, and an overhauled interface.
One UI 7 integrates advanced AI agents and multimodal capabilities across the interface, enabling seamless and natural interactions.
Key AI enhancements include:
Writing Assist Tools: Users can now boost productivity with integrated AI-powered tools that summarize content, check grammar and spelling, and format notes into bullet points—all without switching between applications.
Samsung One UI 7 AI Writing Assist Tools (Source – Samsung)
Call Transcriptions: Calls recorded on Samsung Galaxy devices running the latest One UI 7 can now be transcribed automatically, supporting 20 languages, offering a convenient solution for multitasking professionals.
Samsung One UI 7 Call Transcript (Credit – Samsung)
One UI 7 introduces a streamlined design language centered around simplicity and user engagement.
Now Bar:
- Accessible directly from the lock screen, this feature offers instant access to activities like Interpreter, Music, Recording, and Stopwatch.
- Reduces the need to unlock the device frequently, transforming the lock screen experience.
Samsung One UI 7 Now Bar (Source – Samsung)
Simplified Customization:
- Redesigned widgets and lock screens allow users to personalize their devices effortlessly.
- Enhanced control over every detail ensures a more intuitive and cohesive experience.
Refreshed Camera UX:
- Reorganized controls make advanced settings easier to access.
- Pro and Pro Video modes now feature a simplified manual settings layout and a new zoom control for smoother transitions during video recording.
Availability and Rollout
The One UI 7 beta program is now available for Galaxy S24 series users in Germany, India, Korea, Poland, the UK, and the US, starting December 5.
The official release of One UI 7 will begin in Q1 2025 with the next-generation Galaxy S series devices. Over time, it will expand to other Galaxy devices, reflecting Samsung’s commitment to extended OS upgrades.
Samsung seems to have revised its smartphone production target for 2025. Meanwhile, Samsung is aiming to foster Galaxy S25 series production than the S24 series. New input suggests that the production target is reduced by 7 to 8 million.
According to TheElec, Samsung is cutting smartphone production estimates for 2025, but the flagship Galaxy S25 series could be produced higher than the Galaxy S24 series.
Back in October, it was reported that Samsung is aiming to produce 237 million phones in 2025. As per the revised plan, the company has set a production target of 229.4 million.
In particular, the Galaxy S25 series is expected to be produced at 37 million units. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S24 series is estimated to be shipped 35 million units this year.
It seems the budget and entry-level phones would be produced in slightly lesser quantities. The aim is to maintain a conservative outlook without impacting premium sales.
On the flip side, the report also revealed production estimation of foldable smartphones, as follows:
- Galaxy Z Flip 7 – 3 million
- Galaxy Z Flip FE – 900,000
- Galaxy Z Fold 7 – 2 million
These figures sum up to a production target of around 6 million units. Combining a Fan Edition model, the sale is still estimated at 6 million – suggesting a slow pace of adoption.
The Galaxy S25 series will launch in late January next year, while the foldable devices may debut in July. Samsung is also preparing to introduce a Slim variant of the S25 series, while the launch timeline is uncertain.
Samsung Calendar app got a new icon with One UI 7, including new icons and enhanced features. The One UI 7 Beta update has been released, and a new report suggests that beta users just received the first app update, which is for the Samsung Calendar app.
The latest update of the Samsung Calendar app arrives with version 12.6.00.35. It brings a new tweak to the app icon, you can now see the name of the day along with the date. This update is truly useful as users no longer need to open the calendar to check the day, they can see its glance on the icon.
The new revamped icon of the Samsung Messages app is available for devices running Android 15-based One UI 7 beta, which means it’s currently only for the Galaxy S24 series. More devices will get this revamped icon with One UI 7.
Aside from this, the One UI 7 update makes handling your calendar easier. You can now reschedule events by simply dragging and dropping them in the Month view.
You can now choose which calendars to show on your widgets which lets you display different calendars on your home screen. With the “Add countdown widget”, you can add countdowns for events like birthdays to see the days left and right on your home screen.
Moreover, you can also move all events from one calendar to another without hassle, perfect for switching from a phone-based calendar to a cloud-based one. If you are a Galaxy S24 user, register and install the One UI 7 Beta to enjoy new Samsung Calendar features.