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Galaxy S21 FE may be Samsung’s first phone with Android 12 One UI 4.0
Samsung is rumored to launch the Galaxy S21 FE at the beginning of next month, meanwhile, the latest rumor hints at a big upgrade over its predecessor. According to a recent report, the upcoming S21 FE runs Android 12-based One UI 4.0 software system out of the box.
To be mentioned, the Galaxy S21 series was launched in early 2021 with Android 11-based One UI 3.1 pre-installed. Last year, Samsung launched the Galaxy S20 FE with the same software installation as the Galaxy S20 series, but things are likely to change this time.
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If the Korean tech giant launches the Galaxy S21 FE with Android 12 out of the box, it will be eligible for three generations of Android OS upgrades, making it a better choice than the Galaxy S21 base variant. Also, if the rumor becomes reality, the S21 FE will be the first Samsung phone with Android 12 OS, instead of Galaxy S22 series.
Well, the media outlet claims to provide the Android 12-based One UI 4.0 firmware builds of the Galaxy S21 FE smartphone, however, the device is yet to be officially announced. Therefore, we suggest you take this info as a pinch of salt, and we will be getting more news on this matter in the coming days.
Previous Reports
The Galaxy S21 FE is expected to be available in both Snapdragon 888 and Exynos 2100 SoC in various markets paired with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. It’s noteworthy that the Exynos chip comes with Mali G78 GPU, while Snapdragon has Adreno 660 GPU.
- Galaxy S21 FE is likely to come with Android 12-based One UI 4.0 out of the box.
In terms of optics, the upcoming Galaxy S21 FE will feature a triple rear camera setup with a 64MP primary sensor, a depth sensor as well as an ultra-wide camera, plus, it comes with an impressive 32MP camera for selfies and video calling.
Last but not least, the Galaxy S21 FE will be equipped with a 4500mAh battery under the hood, which can be recharged by a 15W fast charger. Additional features should include an in-screen fingerprint sensor, 5G, 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, and USB Type-C for charging
- The Galaxy S21 FE is rumored to feature White, Lavender, Cream, and Black color options.
- The device will make its official debut at Galaxy Unpacked 2022 on January 4th.
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Google launched the Pixel 9 series earlier than the usual Pixel flagship launch timeline. The Android 16 is also reportedly coming earlier than we’d expect, and the latest report says Google could launch Pixel 9a in the first quarter of the next year.
According to AndroidHeadlines, Google Pixel 9a could be announced by mid-March 2025. Multiple sources citing the outlet confirmed that the next affordable Pixel will go on sale before the end of March 2025.
It seems Google is preparing to bring its Galaxy S24 FE rival around the 2025 iPhone SE debut. Samsung has recently launched the new FE smartphone, while Apple is said to announce the next-generation iPhone SE early next year.
Recently, the CAD renders of Pixel 9a smartphone have been revealed. The images showcased Google’s design decisions. The next A series Pixel could not get bumped camera bar shown in the Pixel 9 series flagships.
Pixel 9 Pro XL reportedly sends private user data to Google servers every 15 minutes. A security researcher at Cybernews discovered that the phone frequently transmits sensitive user data, such as email addresses, phone numbers, and locations.
The discovery sparked a privacy fear as private data is being sent to Google through the Pixel 9 Pro XL. The smartphone sometimes transmits sensitive user data to Google servers even before any apps are installed.
The report also states that the Pixel 9 Pro XL has remote management capabilities, which operate without user consent or awareness. It seems there’s a severe security flaw within the Pixel 9 Pro XL’s operating system.
The phone communicates with services like Google Photos’ Face Grouping without user interaction, raising further privacy concerns. The native Calculator is also suspicious as it could leak calculation history to unauthorized users under certain conditions.
“The amount of data transmitted and the potential for remote management casts doubt on who truly owns the device. Users may have paid for it, but the deep integration of surveillance systems in the ecosystem may leave users vulnerable to privacy violations,” Nazarovas said.
It looks like the AI integration has made some major security flaws across the OS. Google packed the new Pixel phones with advanced security features. The research only discusses potential threats, with data leak isn’t such a general task.
Interestingly, Cybernews researchers employed a “man-in-the-middle” approach to capture and analyze this traffic but noted limitations due to the rooting process. As AI is making our lives easier, it is putting the data at threat at the same time.
Samsung has recently launched its new premium Galaxy S series tablets, the Galaxy Tab S10+ and Tab S10 Ultra. These Galaxy Tab S10 tablets come with some stunning wallpapers that are now available for download.
Notably, Samsung has skipped the standard 11-inch Galaxy Tab S10 model this year to focus on Plus and Ultra. Both tablets feature advanced Galaxy AI capabilities and are powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ chipset to ensure top-notch performance.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ has a 12.4-inch display, while the Tab S10 Ultra features a big 14.6-inch screen. These large displays are perfect for everything from playing games to working on projects.
For these large displays, Samsung has included four unique and vibrant wallpapers with minimalist design. These Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra Wallpapers wallpapers are available for download in high resolution (2960 x 2235 pixels), thanks to YTECHB.
- Click here to download Wallpapers!
To download, simply open the link, select your favorite wallpaper, and save it to your device. Once downloaded, go to your downloads folder, choose the wallpaper you like, open it, and tap the three-dot menu icon. From there, select “Set as wallpaper” to apply it to your home screen or lock screen.
Below you can check the preview of Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra Wallpapers:
