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Try out Samsung Gallery Widget otherwise, One UI 4.1 might crush it!
Samsung Gallery is a very useful application that comes pre-installed on each Galaxy smartphone and tablet. With regular updates, the company offers further improvements and new features to the app, taking the user experiences to the next level.
Aside from the Remaster Picture and tools like Object Eraser, Shadow Eraser, and Reflection Eraser, Samsung also lets consumers use Gallery Widget on the home screen, thanks to Android 12. Well, you need to download an application through the Galaxy Store to get access to the Gallery Widgets.
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I’m sure, many of our readers are unaware of the Samsung Gallery Widget app as it can only be accessible after manually downloading it. This app provides you with exclusive benefits on your Galaxy such as cherishing your memories on the Home screen by showcasing them in frames.
How to use Samsung Gallery Widget
First of all, install the Gallery Widget from the Galaxy Store and head for the Home screen of your smartphone. Now, tap & hold then leave it after arising the Home screen settings, alright! From here, hit the Widgets icon and find out the Gallery Widget somewhere after these Dynamic One UI 4 Weather Widgets.
You should get the newly added Gallery Widget inside the Widgets list on your smartphone running One UI 4. Simply, drag & drop it to the home screen and then select images to show inside the frame where Specific album and Specific images are two choices.
In addition to the image selection for the Gallery Widget, the app also has a handful of advanced setting options for furhter customization. From the home screen, tap & hold the added Widget then hit the gear icon to open Settings such as Images picker, Image position (Center and fill frame, Fit to frame & Stretch to fill frame) as well as Match with Dark mode toggle.
Now, it’s time to try out the Samsung Gallery Widget feature on your Galaxy smartphone running the Android 12-based One UI 4.0. Also, you can tap here to get redirected to the landing page of the Gallery Widget app on your Samsung phone’s Galaxy Store.
One UI 4.1 might crush Gallery Widget
Aside from the Android 12-based One UI 4.0, Samsung has introduced the One UI 4.1 as well. As of now, the software is exclusive to Samsung Galaxy S22 series smartphones, meanwhile, a consumer reported that the Gallery Widget is missing on the One UI 4.1.
Samsung confirmed One UI 7 Beta coming by the end of this year for developers. We were guessing a short and limited Beta availability this year. In a shocking development, the company announced One UI 7 rollout will start next year.
We observed a major reshuffle in Samsung’s software strategy this year. The company fueled many features in the One UI 6.1 update. The One UI 6.1.1 is also a big update, which expanded in much time as compared to previous versions.
One UI 7 Beta was not announced in August, its usual release month. September was also left waiting and seemingly October will also change nothing. Samsung says, One UI 7 Beta will release for developers by the end of this year.
Previous Beta activities still had wider availability among users. However, we don’t expect the same to repeat this year with One UI 7. With “developers” the company might have meant to a limited audience for a limited period.
The Beta release is scheduled for later this year, quite close to January’s Stable debut. So, flagship Galaxy users have to be satisfied with One UI 6.1.1 features. The next big thing would arrive when you would have guessed the 7.1 release.
At SDC24, the company also teased core design elements of the One UI 7. The firmware will bring a new user experience focused on simple, impactful, and emotive design. The home screen layout will also add intuitive grid functionality for better UX.
Apple and Samsung’s mobile software bring their own set of features and innovations, but the question remains: does iOS 18 set a new standard that One UI 7 can’t meet? Let’s explore the strengths of both OSs and see how they compare.
iOS 18 is available on compatible Apple iPhone models internationally. Samsung is paying the price of reliance on the Android operating system. The delay in Android 15 seemingly caused One UI 7 Beta to be delayed and delayed.
Apple’s software is well known for its fluid animations and reliable functioning. Samsung is trying hard to challenge iOS reign but lags behind. Galaxy phones are literally unable to make sensible use of cutting-edge hardware specifications.
iOS 18 comes with many design enhancements, including updated widgets and improved notification management. These changes make a major impact on everyday usage, providing a more seamless and visually appealing user experience.
Apple Intelligence’s inclusion will help iOS lead further. The company has collaborated with OpenAI for AI capabilities on the iPhone. The software is deeply integrated with AI to deliver a seamless and reliable user experience.
It doesn’t mean iOS 18 is unbeatable.
iOS 18 is difficult to defeat but not impossible for Samsung’s One UI 7. The Galaxy AI suite is far ahead in terms of usability against Apple Intelligence. Galaxy phones have countless AI tricks that Apple would be able to adopt in years.
Samsung has to work on system stability and performance. The software always shines with its customization capabilities. The Galaxy’s hardware should be optimized for Android, so the processor, display, and camera would offer the most.
Whether you pick iOS or One UI, depends on your priorities. If you love the customization and openness of Android, One UI will be your first choice. Meanwhile, if you aren’t a power user and prefer reliable + stable UX, iOS would attract you.
One UI and iOS have their strengths. Samsung is expected to introduce the One UI 7 at the SDC24 event today. We are guessing the Stable rollout could be promised without the commencement of Beta testing activity as it’s already delayed.
Google clarified after Epic Games sued Samsung over One UI’s Auto Blocker feature. The company disclaims involvement in the creation or functioning of Auto Blocker. Meanwhile, Samsung said it is ready to contest a legal battle with Epic Games.
Recently, Google’s Head of Android Security and Privacy, David Kleidermacher, called Epic’s latest lawsuit a “meritless and dangerous” move. The executive clarified that Google did not request Samsung to “create” the Auto Blocker feature.
🧵Epic’s latest lawsuit is a meritless and dangerous move. Google did not request that Samsung create their Auto Blocker feature. (1/5) https://t.co/WFrPXAje9Z
— David Kleidermacher (@DaveKSecure) October 1, 2024
Following David’s clarification, MishaalRahman asked him about the functioning of Auto Blocker. He, then, explained that Google has no role in Samsung shipping Auto Blocker enabled by default in new Galaxy devices with One UI 6.1 and later.
TheVerge reached out to Samsung for a follow-up on the recent controversy. The company would not confirm or deny whether it worked with Google on Auto Blocker, but said “ready to contest” with Epic. Here is the full statement of a Samsung spokesperson:
- Contrary to Epic Game’s assertions, Samsung actively fosters market competition, enhances consumer choice, and conducts its operations fairly.
- The features integrated into our devices are designed in accordance with Samsung’s core principles of security, privacy, and user control, and we remain fully committed to safeguarding users’ personal data. Users have the choice to disable Auto Blocker at any time.
- We plan to vigorously contest Epic Game’s baseless claims.
Epic Games, in its lawsuit, claimed that Samsung intentionally crafted Auto Blocker to benefit Google. Epic highlighted that Samsung first debuted Auto Blocker and started shipping it enabled by default after a few months.
Samsung launched Auto Blocker in late 2023, which started arriving enabled by default in newer One UI versions. The feature disables app sideloading to secure your device against any unauthorized app installation.