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Samsung Galaxy S21 One UI 4.1 (Android 12) Update Status

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On January 14, Samsung launched the Galaxy S21 flagships at the first Galaxy Unpacked virtual event of 2021. This lineup consists of three different phones including the Galaxy S21 5G, Galaxy S21 Plus 5G and Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G.

The Korean tech giant shipped the Galaxy S21 handsets with Android 11-based One UI 3.1 out of the box. However, the company is rapidly working to add another member in this range called the Galaxy S21 FE, which features Android 12-based One UI 4.0 out of the box.

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According to Samsung’s upgrade policy, the Galaxy S21 series devices are eligible for four generations of Android OS upgrades. To be mentioned, the upcoming Android 12-based One UI 4.0 was the first major Android switch of the flagship series.

In this story, we will cover every major and minor software update that will arrive for the Galaxy S21 series devices. Furthermore, you will get all the latest insights of Samsung’s Android 12 and One UI 4.1 update for the Galaxy S21 5G, Galaxy S21+ 5G and Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G.

Stay tuned here: Samsung One UI 4.1 Update Tracker

March 19

One UI 4.1 – Europe, T-Mobile US

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Samsung is now rapidly expanding the One UI 4.1 features to the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra in a handful of European countries and the US @ T-Mobile carrier.

 


 

March 16

Samsung Galaxy S21 One UI 4.1 released

Samsung is rolling out the One UI 4.1 software update for Galaxy S21 smartphone users in Canada. Along with the March 2022 security patch, the update several new features lifted from the Galaxy S22 series. [Read More]

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  • Galaxy S21 – G991WVLU5CVBA
  • Galaxy S21+ – G996WVLU5CVBA
  • Galaxy S21 Ultra – G998WVLU5CVBA

 


 

March 15

Samsung announces One UI 4.1 for Galaxy S21 

Samsung just launched the Android 12-based One UI 4.1 for older Galaxy devices including the Galaxy S21 series. The company also revealed the highlights of this new firmware for the Galaxy devices.

The new version enhances the capabilities of some existing features that are as follows:

  • Google Duo Live Sharing
  • Expert RAW
  • Object Eraser
  • Quick Share
  • Grammarly-Powered Keyboard

 


 

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March 15

Upcoming One UI 4.1 Camera Features

Samsung announced that select Camera features of the new Galaxy S22 series will be offered to the Galaxy S21 series phones with the One UI 4.1 update.

As per the info, the upcoming features are night portrait, pet recognition, lighting position editing, telephoto portrait mode, Director’s View, integrated Snapchat and more.

 


 

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March 13

One UI 4.1 – Checkfirm

Fido is going to release the One UI 4.1 update to the Galaxy S21 series on March 15, while Checkfirm just detected yet another new test build for the smartphones.

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March 05

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One UI 4.1 coming before March 15

Samsung Galaxy S21 Galaxy S21+, Galaxy S21 Ultra, and Galaxy S21 FE devices will start getting the One UI 4.1 update at Fido in Canada starting March 15.

Accordingly, we can expect that the Korean tech giant will start releasing the One UI 4.1 update to international Galaxy S21 series sometime in next weeks. Read more

 


 

 

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March 01

Verizon has not yet rolled out One UI 4.1 so far

Last month, it was reported that Verizon will release the One UI 4.1 update to the Galaxy S21 series devices in late February.

However, the Verizon-branded Galaxy S21 phones have not yet received the new One UI 4.1 update so far.

 


 

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February 22

Verizon to roll out One UI 4.1 in late February

A Galaxy S21 user shared a screenshot of a chat with Verizon support regarding the One UI 4.1 release date.

The support rep. said that the One UI 4.1 update will start releasing in “this month ending” for the Galaxy S21 users in the US. Read more

 


 

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January 22

One UI 4.1 coming in February

Yesterday, Samsung officially confirmed that the Galaxy S22 series will be introduced at the Galaxy Unpacked 2022 in February.

Along with the Galaxy S22 series, the company will also launch the new version of One UI that will be the One UI 4.1.

 


 

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December 19

One UI 4.1 coming next month

Samsung rep. revealed that the company will roll out the One UI 4.1 update to the Galaxy S21 Ultra in February 2022. In addition to the Galaxy S21 series, the same treatment will be given to the Galaxy Note 20 series smartphones. Read more

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November 26

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Post Android 12 update

Samsung started releasing a new One UI 4.0-based firmware update to the Galaxy S21 series devices with regular improvements. Identified via PDA firmware version ending BUKG, the latest update is making its way to Germany. Read more

 


 

November 24

Verizon released new Android 12-based update

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Verizon released a new One UI 4.0 update for the Galaxy S21 lineup in the US. The changelog mentions improvements to the system performance and enhancements to the device’s stability. Though, consumers claimed that it fixes the display refresh rate issue. Read more

 


 

November 23

Expert RAW

Thanks to Expert RAW app that makes addition of Pro Mode in Telephoto lens of the Galaxy S21 Ultra possible. This function enables multi-frame-based raw shooting of all lenses (Wide/Tele/Ultrawide). Read more

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November 15

Galaxy S21 gets official One UI 4.0

Samsung officially launched the stable One UI 4.0 software system based on Android 12 operating system. The company said that the One UI 4.0 update rollout will begin for the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra phones from now on. Read more

 

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November 12, 2021

According to the news, Samsung won’t release any new One UI 4 Beta update for the Galaxy S21 series phones. On the other hand, the company confirmed that it’s rapidly working to fix all the bugs and issues of the fourth Beta build and start the rollout of stable One UI 4.0 update globally. Read more

 


 

November 09, 2021

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Samsung Galaxy S21 gets the second One UI 4 Beta update in China with Android 12 Material You. Read more

November 05, 2021

Here’s everything new with One UI 4 Beta 4 for Samsung Galaxy S21 (Android 12). Read more

November 04, 2021

Samsung Galaxy S21 receiving latest One UI 4 Beta (Android 12) in India, includes several bug fixes. Read more

November 02, 2021

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Samsung expanding November 2021 security update for the Galaxy S21 series devices in more regions. Read more

October 29, 2021

Stable Galaxy S21 Android 12 to come soon as Samsung ended One UI 4 Beta program. Read more

October 26, 2021

Samsung Galaxy S21 at T-Mobile US gets October 2021 security patch. Read more

October 25, 2021

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Samsung One UI 4 Beta 3 Hotfix update (Android 12) released for Galaxy S21. Read more

October 22, 2021

Here’s everything new with One UI 4 Beta 3 update for Samsung Galaxy S21 (Android 12). Read more

October 21, 2021

Samsung November 2021 security patch debuts with One UI 4 Beta 3 for Galaxy S21. Read more

October 20, 2021

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Samsung Galaxy S21 One UI 4 Beta 3 update released with Android 12 AOSP and several bug fixes. Read more

Galaxy S21 Android 12-based One UI 4 Beta has no Samsung Bixby vibration feedback for some. Read more

October 18, 2021

Samsung Android 12 Material You bug fix coming to Galaxy S21 with One UI 4 Beta 3. Read more

New leak emerged but Samsung Galaxy S21 FE launch still remains a mystery. Read more

October 16, 2021

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Samsung One UI 4 Beta (Android 12) begins in China, first update (ZUJ3) released to Galaxy S21. Read more

[Coming soon] Samsung One UI 4 Beta 3 will bring new widget animation to Galaxy S21 users. Read more

October 10, 2021

Samsung Galaxy S21 with One UI 4 Beta (Android 12) getting hot on Camera uses. Read more

October 06, 2021

Samsung launched its Android 12-based One UI 4.0 Beta program for the Galaxy S21 series consumers in India, followed by the United Kingdom (UK). Read more

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October 06, 2021

Google said Samsung phones will get stable Android 12 (One UI 4.0) later this year. Read more

October 05, 2021

The Galaxy S21 series started getting the One UI 4 Beta 2 based on Google’s Android 12 operating system in Germany. Read more

October 05, 2021

Samsung has begun sending the latest Android 12-based One UI 4 Beta update with 2nd build to the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra. Read more

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October 05, 2021

Samsung acknowledged the consumers’ feedbacks, as result, they are now experiencing highly improved animations on the entire One UI software system after One UI 4 Beta 2. Read more

September 28, 2021

Samsung has already started releasing the latest October 2021 security patch for the Galaxy S21 series smartphone users in Germany and Philippines. You can check the latest PDA release numbers below.

Firmware Versions:

  1. G991BXXU3AUIE – Galaxy S21
  2. G996BXXU3AUIE – Galaxy S21 Plus
  3. G998BXXU3AUIE – Galaxy S21 Ultra

September 05, 2021

Samsung started sending September 2021 security update to the Galaxy S21 series flagship devices ahead of the One UI 4 Beta release. To be mentioned, the September security patch is initially rolling out in the European market, mainly in Germany (DBT region).

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Firmware Versions:

  1. G991BXXS3AUHD – Galaxy S21
  2. G996BXXS3AUHD – Galaxy S21 Plus
  3. G998BXXS3AUHD – Galaxy S21 Ultra

August 31, 2021

Samsung has officially re-launched the Android 12-based One UI 4 Beta program for the Galaxy S21 series!

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Samsung announces AI Health Coach chatbot for US users

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Samsung will launch an AI Health Coach service in the US this year. The company plans to establish a platform that will securely integrate users’ health data through Galaxy Watch and Samsung Health, leveraging AI technology.

A Samsung MX executive shared plans to launch AI Health Coach in the US, which will connect your Galaxy Watch, Samsung Health data, and a doctor. This is going to be a unique concept that will shake up the wearable market in America.

Samsung Health app will add an AI-powered chatbot called AI Health Coach in the US. Before a broad rollout, the company will conduct Beta testing, which is also dropping this year.

The functionality will be available as a Beta test by the end of 2025, which will aim to offer personalized services by comprehensively analyzing users’ health information and medical data.

Samsung’s AI Health Coach will leverage health-related information collected from wearables. The data will be divided into four areas, including Sleep, Nutrition, Activity, and Stress.

Based on the data gathered, the AI model will track changes in each area’s index and analyze what these changes mean for the user’s health and provide necessary guidance.

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Regarding availability outside the US, Samsung stated that the launch will first happen in the US, and expansion would take place after evaluating various feedback.

Park said, “We plan to launch first in the US market to receive various feedback.” The domestic (Korean) launch schedule is yet to be determined.

Park Heon-soo, leader of Samsung Electronics’ MX Division Digital Health Team, stated: “We will build an environment where hospitals and medical systems can always be connected through applications and wearable devices.”

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Official One UI 8 launches impressive new lock screen customization feature

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Samsung has just introduced its new foldable phones with official One UI 8 software, which brings a brilliant lock screen customization feature. The latest One UI version introduces a heavily customizable clock style for the Galaxy lock screen.

One UI 8 on the Fold 7 and Flip 7 offers new features and upgraded Galaxy AI tools. The early software version introduces fluid animations. However, the company is still Beta testing the new version on the Galaxy S25 series.

Meanwhile, tech enthusiast Alvin dropped a video clip on X, showcasing the newly added stylish clock with a new font in official One UI 8. It’s a feature that lets you decide where your phone’s clock style is positioned on the lock screen.

The new clock style is available in the slider directory within the customization page. You can touch and drag the clock anywhere on the screen. If your wallpaper has an object like a human or animal (dog/cat), the clock style will optimize itself.

For instance, your lock screen wallpaper has a dog, so you can keep the clock around. The clock will dramatically shift its alignment HH:MM as per the shape of object, enabling seamless wallpaper visibility on the lock screen.

One UI 8 lock screen customization

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This feature was first spotted in a leaked internal One UI 8 build for the Galaxy S25 series. Beta Program is live, but this clock style isn’t available for users who have enrolled and installed the latest One UI 8 Beta software.

Samsung picked its new foldables to debut the brilliant clock style. The company would surely expand this visual treat to more users with the One UI 8 update. We are expecting the next Beta of the S25 series may expand this feature more to users.

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Samsung’s PUBG Mobile tournament could get you a Galaxy Z Fold 7

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Samsung and Krafton joined hands to launch the PUBG Mobile school competition, “School Battle with Galaxy Z Fold 7.” This event invites high school and university students in South Korea to compete, representing their schools.

It’s another wise marketing stunt by Samsung, which highlights the gaming capabilities of the Galaxy Z Fold 7. Participating students can enjoy PUBG Mobile with schoolmates, showcasing their skills in a community-driven event.

Samsung’s “School Battle with Galaxy Z Fold 7” runs through July 31. The student-exclusive program invites participants individually or in teams. Also, there’s no limit on participants per school, encouraging broad involvement.

Categories for Advancement: Top 4 schools in Most Chickens, Most Participation, Most Kills, and Longest Survival.

Finals: 16 schools will compete offline on August 9 at Samsung Gangnam.

Prizes and Rewards

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Participants have a chance to win exciting rewards based on their performance:

  • Preliminary MVP: Galaxy Buds3
  • Participation Prize: 100 players with over 100 matches get delivery gift certificates.
  • In-Game Reward: All preliminary participants receive Chicken Medals.
  • Finals Prizes: Winning school participants get chicken gift certificates; the finals MVP wins a Galaxy Z Fold 7.
  • Semifinals: Teams advancing receive scholarships based on rank.

Here, MVP is “Most Valuable Player.”

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The finals venue, Samsung Gangnam, will feature a Galaxy Z Fold 7 Game Play Zone. This zone integrates Gemini AI with the device’s features for an immersive PUBG Mobile experience. Additional attractions include:

  • Galaxy Store Supply Station event.
  • AI Stamp Tour with AI-based missions.

Additionally, on-site events will engage fans with popular creators. A fan meeting with Wujeong-ing is scheduled for July 19. On finals day, an event match with Mingmo and Sed, plus a Gemini AI quiz event, will take place.

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Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 trade-in deal makes ‘zero’ financial sense

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Samsung introduced a refreshed Galaxy Watch Ultra at the Unpacked event. The company added new colors and additional storage in the new variants. However, the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 trade-in deal makes literally zero financial sense.

As part of the pre-order, Samsung is offering an enhanced trade-in deal for the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025. The company is also letting you sell the OG Watch Ultra, but it earns you a witty amount toward the 2025 variant, making zero sense.

Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 in Titanium Blue is listed for $649 in the US. The price of this smartwatch is the same as the first generation, which was released last year. The new variants bring fresh colors and bigger storage than the first-gen.

If you’re considering upgrading to the new Watch Ultra, especially if you already have one, it’s not a deal worth pursuing. The new variant gets 64GB storage and offers new color shades, but the OG trade-in is just $250.

Deducting $250 from the $649 list price, the Watch Ultra 2025 will cost you $400. It’s literally not a deal to proceed with, either stick to your Watch Ultra and wait for a noteworthy upgrade, which may happen next year or in 2027.

Rather, you can consider buying some new bands for your Watch Ultra. It will literally bring a refresh to your wrist gadget, while saving money. You can visit the Samsung website, where a variety of bands are listed to choose from.

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Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic are worth the upgrade over the Watch 4 and Watch 5 series. Owners of the Watch 6 series can also upgrade to the newer models, which come with a fresh new design, an upgraded chipset, and new software.

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Amazon is selling used Galaxy S25 Ultra in the US

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Amazon has started Prime Day deals on Samsung devices, additionally, the online shopping platform has also listed a used version of the Galaxy S25 Ultra.

The phone has a launch price of $1,299 for the base model, and during the Prime Day deal, customers can grab a unit for $949 or about 27% off. Meanwhile, Amazon is selling a used Galaxy S25 Ultra base model for $878 or about 32% off from the original price.

Amazon wrote in the description that this item will look and function the same as the new device, and will come with fresh packaging. It means the phone may or may not have some sort of refurbishment.

Used Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra on Amazon

Used Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra on Amazon

The phone is sold by Amazon Resale and fulfilled by Amazon. According to Amazon’s resale policy, all of its items are backed by a 30-day return policy, and it’s free of charge. However, customers are required to follow some basic product return rules, like physical damage or creating any similar hardware or software issues.

To be mentioned, Amazon has listing limited stock of used models with 256GB and 512GB versions, which could run out soon. A mere confusion on this product is the warranty, resale does not cover this aspect.

The Amazon Prime Day deal has already applied a great value to Galaxy S25 Ultra and by spending nearly $100 extra, customers can get a new unit.

Galaxy S25 Ultra features the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset for performance and generative AI features. It equips a 6.9-inch QHD screen with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. It has a quad camera system – 200MP main, 50MP ultra wide angle, 50MP primary 5x telephoto, and 10MP 3x telephoto lens. The S25 Ultra packs a large 5000mAh battery that could be charged with 45W fast charging.

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