Opinion
One UI offers the best UI, features created for Samsung phones [Opinion]
Over the years, Samsung’s TouchWiz interface has been ridiculed beyond imagination. Since the launch of OneUI a few years ago, the Samsung interface quickly became my favorite on Android, because it basically matches many advanced features though.
The One UI 4.1 on the Galaxy S22 Ultra does just that, making the software experience better, while at the same time doing a good job of retaining many of the features built into all Android 12 smartphones.
We have already examined all the changes in Android 12 in detail and it is safe to say that everything that Google has added to the core OS is here. Some notable changes include excellent theme support, customizable colors, and an overall impressive design.
Samsung One UI 4.1
Samsung One UI 4.1 offers the Galaxy experience on devices running, which means you can pick up any Galaxy device and get the same experience you used. On this runway, Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra has also won the race of wonderful user interface, which is far away from Samsung’s biggest competitor.
One of the new features in One UI 4.1 is the Privacy Dashboard, which allows you to view and control what information your apps use. If you’re tired of every app on your phone stealing your data, the Privacy Dashboard allows you to see which features are accessing which app.
I’m not particularly worried about which app accesses my phone, but the information in the Privacy Dashboard – displayed when you access the Privacy section in Settings is very interesting and I’ve already tried and only disabled the location for some apps that I accidentally launched. In this way, the Privacy Dashboard seems to be achieving its goal.
Going forward, Samsung One UI 4.1 also introduced the Samsung Digital Wallet, which now holds your vaccine information along with Samsung Pay. This is Samsung’s attempt to provide a legitimate competitor to the Apple Wallet, and in short, it’s going to be the best challenge, as Samsung is the only Android manufacturer with a sufficient ranking.
There are three areas in Samsung Digital Wallet that are launching the line in future wallets. Currently, the only areas where Samsung Digital Wallet is available are Samsung Pay and Vaccine Pass. Ultimately, it supports keys (car, home, and office) and student ID and, perhaps, Samsung hopes to emulate Apple one day by being able to store things like your driving license.
Samsung and Google joined hands to add something good!
Samsung and Google have partnered on the Galaxy S22 series with the launch of the Google Duo live sharing. Google Duo Live Sharing, a competitor to FaceTime and SharePlay, allows you to share content on your screen during a Google Duo call.
There are also additional improvements such as audio and resolution and all of which are exclusive to the Galaxy S22 series in the first place, which has been special for a long time after the widespread release of Samsung phones.
Samsung guaranteed 4 years of software and 5 years of security updates!
Over the past decade, Samsung has made significant progress in streamlining and speeding up its regular security updates. Samsung has partnered with more than 200 carriers worldwide, along with its OS and chipset partners, to ensure that billions of Galaxy devices receive timely security patches.
Samsung has always been committed to staying one step ahead and delivering security updates as soon as possible to keep its customers safe. And now, Samsung has stepped up its commitment to Android updates with the launch of the Galaxy S22 series.
Fortunately, some older Galaxy flagships and other devices also received an update love from Samsung and qualified for four years of Android software updates.
What’s my opinion?
There are many lots of other features that I can explain to you here, but I’ve added only those One UI features that help in our daily life. Thanks to Samsung, it brings such an excellent UI and features that catches users’ heart.
Since the early days of TouchWiz, Samsung has adopted the process of adding every toggle, feature, or option and allowing users to customize what is enabled or disabled. This is not for everyone, but unlike the other Android interfaces, it really means that you can customize the Galaxy S22 Ultra experience to your needs.
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When keeping our Samsung Galaxy devices fresh with the latest software, there’s always an atmosphere of excitement and a hint of frustration. As Samsung officially confirmed the One UI 7.0 beta delays, Samsung’s update policy might need a rethink. Let’s dive into what’s happening and how Samsung could potentially polish its update game.
If you’re polishing your Galaxy S24 and waiting for the One UI 7.0 beta, you’re not alone. As per several reports in the past, the beta has been in internal testing since mid-year but still isn’t ready for public testing. This delay isn’t just a minor inconvenience; it’s a signal that perhaps the approach to software rollouts needs tweaking.
Samsung’s strategy has often been to prioritize newer Galaxy devices for the latest software updates, which is understandable from a marketing perspective. In the recent rollout, Samsung rolled out the One UI 6.1.1, the latest stable One UI version, to the Galaxy S24 series, which took an additional 15 days to reach the Galaxy S23 series, the device launched back in 2023, the same update took more than a month to appear for the Galaxy S22 series, launched in 2022.
This irregular rollout often leads to a terrible user experience. Imagine buying a high-end tablet only to find out that your friend or colleague’s newer Galaxy phone has the latest features first.
We can understand the above statements but here’s where things get too much. Even after prolonged beta testing periods, major bugs appear in the final stable releases. For example, after the 9 different One UI 6.0 beta builds released for the Galaxy S23 series last year, the stable update brought some serious bugs to the S23 trio.
This scenario begs the question: if beta testing isn’t catching these issues, what is going wrong? Users expect a seamless transition when they update their devices, not a troubleshooting session.
Here are my suggestions for Samsung’s Update Strategy:
1. Transparency: Samsung could benefit from setting clear, realistic timelines for updates and sticking to them. If there’s a delay, communicate it early. Transparency builds trust.
2. Update For All: Instead of staggered updates, why not aim for a more simultaneous release across eligible devices? This would help users with slightly older models feel their devices are still up-to-date.
3. Extended Beta Program: While beta testing is great, expanding this phase to include more real-world scenarios might help in catching serious bugs. More diverse testing environments could lead to more robust software. In the last 6 years, Samsung has kept the beta program limited to 7 countries only.
4. Post-Update Support: After rolling out major updates, there should be an immediate follow-up plan for quick patches. A dedicated update support team could swiftly address unexpected or serious issues.
5. Longevity Promises: Samsung’s recent move towards promising longer support for devices is commendable, with up to 7 years of software support latest Galaxy devices. However, these updates need to be timely and not just an afterthought.
6. Feature availability: When new features are introduced, Samsung could work on exporting some useful features to older but still eligible devices. This not only keeps the older devices relevant but also shows goodwill towards customers who aren’t upgrading every year.
My Opinion:
Samsung’s One UI software has transformed the Android experience for Galaxy users, making smartphones not just tools but companions in daily life. However, with great innovation comes the responsibility of maintenance. As we look towards One UI 7.0 and beyond, perhaps it’s time for Samsung to adopt a more user-centric update policy. By doing this, Samsung keeps the happiness of new updates alive, without the annoyance of waiting too long or dealing with errors after receiving them. In the quick-moving tech world, staying updated means not just getting new stuff, but also having a smooth and fun time using your device, no matter which model you have.
In July 2024, Samsung launched One UI 6.1.1 based on Android 14 alongside the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6. This major update includes a range of new AI features and enhancements to improve user experience.
By early September 2024, Samsung began rolling out One UI 6.1.1 for older flagship devices, with the Galaxy S24 series being the first to receive it. This rollout started after a gap of approximately two months following the debut of One UI 6.1.1.
Currently, One UI 6.1.1 update is available for several devices, including the Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy S23 series (including the Galaxy S23 FE), Galaxy S22 series, Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Z Flip 5, Galaxy Z Flip 3, Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Fold 5, and Galaxy Z Fold 3. Samsung is actively working to ensure that this major update reaches all compatible devices across various regions.
However, questions arise regarding non-flagship devices. Unfortunately, non-flagship devices including those in the Galaxy A, M, and F series are not set to receive One UI 6.1.1. Instead, these devices might get some features of the One UI 6.1.1 in the upcoming One UI 7 update.
It is expected that recently launched models like the Galaxy A55, Galaxy A25, Galaxy M55, and more will include some One UI 6.1.1 features with the One UI 7 update.
However, there is no official confirmation regarding the availability of One UI 6.1.1 for non-flagship devices. Users of the Samsung Galaxy A, M, and F series are disappointed due to the lack of access to One UI 6.1.1.
While One UI 6.1.1 is limited to flagship devices, One UI 7 should bring some of those features to non-flagship models. If you have a Galaxy A, M, or F series phone, we’d like to hear your thoughts. You can share your opinions in the comments on our social media platforms.
[Changelog] One UI 6.1.1 and Galaxy AI revolutionize your Galaxy S24 experience!
Samsung’s relationship with Google is rock solid. Both companies collaborate on different products to benefit their consumer base. Is it the right time for Samsung to develop a Galaxy-dedicated OS or at least Android for Galaxy?
Google worked with Samsung to optimize Android for foldables and tablets. The company had even launched Android 12L, a version dedicated to large-screen devices. Now, Samsung should work with Google to optimize Android for Galaxy devices.
Samsung flagships are equipped with pro-grade hardware specifications. The company manages to optimize the One UI software accordingly. Meanwhile, there are still a lot of areas, that require significant improvements.
Benefits of Android for Galaxy
Samsung fine-tunes Android for Galaxy products. Meanwhile, Android for Galaxy will make things a lot better, eventually benefitting end users. It shouldn’t be the Tizen approach, but a collaborative progress.
Android optimized for Galaxy devices should allow users to enjoy the power and personalization of the OS. Its optimization level for Galaxy devices will offer faster app launches, performance improvements, and longer battery life.
Samsung owns Exynos, Galaxy AI, Good Lock, and a lot of stunning services. A combined approach can significantly uplevel the user experience. Functional capabilities would also be boosted, taking Galaxy’s experience to a whole new level.
Difficulties
Android’s presence is vast. It’s available across different brands including Xiaomi, OnePlus, Oppo, and so on. Samsung is unquestionably the biggest Android vendor but Google could find it difficult to optimize Android for all Galaxies.
The Korean tech giant itself tests and deploys security updates on Galaxy devices. Various applications are already available with better features than Google services such as the Internet. Even Google takes inspiration from Galaxies to develop features for Pixel phones.
Samsung not only has flagship phones, but also brings budget, mid-range, and premium mid-range phones. These products use different hardware such as camera and processor, requiring a need for unified software. Just a collective approach is required to end all kinds of difficulties.
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