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Samsung One UI 5.0 Fingerprint Recognition Animation changes are negligible
Samsung One UI 5.0 first beta update is live for the Galaxy S22 consumers in select countries. While there are many new features and changes are noticeable in the latest version, Samsung has not focused on animations, the One UI 5.0 Fingerprint Animation changes are minor.
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Samsung has made a lot of improvements in the field of fingerprint recognition over the years. Last year, Samsung made a major switch in the fingerprint scanner animation with Android 12-based One UI 4.0. However, the company continues to deliver the same animation with One UI 4.1 as well.
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Meanwhile, users are really bored with the same animation and were hoping for some modification on this side as well. Several Galaxy users even reached out to the Samsung community saying that they want the new fingerprint animation with One UI 5.0.
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Samsung is known to always take care of its users and their demands and works accordingly. But the company did not fulfill this demand of the users and instead of new animation, Samsung modified the old animation which is negligible.
Samsung One UI 5.0 brings an extremely minor change in the in-display fingerprint recognization animation over One UI 4.1. The One UI 4 version shows an outward wave when unlocking the phone through a fingerprint scanner. On One UI 5.0, this wave only has a rapid twisting effect that moves around as the wave expands.
This is most visible on light wallpapers while dark wallpapers can not show the change effectively. This is just a cosmetic change and nothing can be seen on the new version, which is disappointing as many other OEMs like OnePlus offer a set of fingerprint animations to choose from.
Samsung is preparing for its mega Unpacked event, likely to be held in early 2025. The company has recently started the mass production of the new smartphones and officially unveiled the Galaxy XR headset, codenamed Project Moohan.
A new leak (via Alvin/X) revealed key details about the Samsung Unpacked 2025 including the event date and time, location, unveiling devices, and more. It’s going to be a big event and you can expect many exciting unveilings.
Per the info, Samsung could hold the Galaxy Unpacked on January 22, 2025. The in-person event and online livestream may kick off at 10 a.m. Pacific Time. Interestingly, the new leak suggests San Jose as the venue for the Unpacked event.
- Washington, US (Eastern Time): 1:00 p.m. ET
- London, UK: 6:00 p.m. GMT
- New Delhi, India: 11:30 p.m. IST
Samsung held the Galaxy Unpacked 2024 in San Jose to unveil the Galaxy S24 series. Previous leaks point to San Francisco as the Unpacked venue for the next year. It would be interesting to see what Samsung picks for the mega unveiling.
We all are well aware of the upcoming devices that include the S25 series. Samsung will unveil the Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra. The recently revealed XR headset (Project Moohan) could be teased, and probably the Glasses too.
Aside from this, the official One UI 7 will also be introduced. The new flagships will come pre-loaded with the latest software. However, the rollout plan of the One UI 7.0 update is expected to be released by Samsung.
Leaks suggest that Samsung is unlikely to raise the Galaxy S25 series price. The company is highly inspired by Apple as iPhone 16 series prices are intact. The Korean units may be slightly costlier than the global variants due to political chaos.
Samsung has opened a Customer Service Store in the Macquarie Centre, Sydney, offering a fresh and customer-focused shopping experience. Located on Level 4 of Macquarie Centre at Herring Road &Waterloo Rd, the store is designed to give customers an immersive experience with Samsung’s wide range of connected devices.
The Samsung Store features self-discovery zones where shoppers can explore products in detail and consultation lounges where they can get personalized advice and support. The lounges are equipped with advanced diagnostic tools to help customers troubleshoot any issues with their devices.
This store also aims to minimize device downtime. It offers on-site repairs so customers can get their devices fixed while they shop, with the backing of an authorized service center. This quick and efficient service ensures customers don’t have to wait long for solutions.
Samsung is Australia’s most trusted consumer products brand (Roy Morgan in December 2024) as it is dedicated to delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service. The opening of this new store shows Samsung’s commitment to providing a seamless, customer-friendly experience that blends innovation with care.
Muneeb Ekhlaque, Head of Customer Service at Samsung Electronics Australia, said, “We’re excited to offer a new store in Sydney that improves the overall customer experience. We understand how important technology is to Australians, and this store is designed to make shopping and support easier and more enjoyable.”
Samsung’s One UI 7 Beta Program for Galaxy S24 series hit full capacity. If you missed joining the Beta Program, there’s good news: Samsung is expected to reopen the One UI 7 Beta on Monday along with the Beta 2 launch.
Max Jambor revealed that Samsung may open the second phase of One UI 7 Beta registration, and the date aligns with previous rumors of a Beta 2 launch. The rollout of the second Beta should bring another opportunity to join the Beta.
At present, Samsung is running the Beta Program for the Galaxy S24 series. The program is already live in four out of six key markets: Germany, South Korea, the UK, and the US.
Samsung stopped Beta registrations just the next day after the Beta launch in the US. It seems the slots are fewer than last year, keeping the Beta build restricted to a limited audience.
Recently, Samsung Support confirmed that the One UI 7 Beta Program will start on December 16 in India, and the same date is rumored for the remaining European market: Poland.
The Beta participants will receive an incremental update as Beta 2 on their Galaxy S24 device. However, the latest build will directly be provided to the Wave 2 markets: India and Poland.
The second Beta of One UI 7 will bring improved animation and transition effects. Samsung users can expect more natural and fluid system animations in the next Beta updates.
One UI 7 Beta 2 – What to expect?
- Smoother animations, fluid transitions
- Enhanced performance and lesser app incompatibility
- Bug fixes and overall user experience improvements