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Owners still rocking but Samsung won’t upgrade these Galaxy S phones to One UI 5.0

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After the Android 12-based One UI 4.1, the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 is a big deal for all Samsung consumers. Starting in August, Samsung started to provide the major One UI 5.0 upgrade to the Galaxy S series’s latest Galaxy S22 lineup through Beta testing program.

The South Korean tech giant is speedily working to adopt the Android 13 OS for Galaxy devices so it can deliver the One UI 5.0 upgrade to more eligible Galaxy users. The Galaxy S22 series will get its first major upgrade this year, while some of the S series devices have retired with Android 12.

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Samsung offers up to four years of major Android upgrades to select Galaxy devices, at the same time, older flagship models are eligible for three years OS of support. Due to this, the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10 series are no longer compatible with the next major Android upgrade by Samsung.

In this article, we are talking about the Samsung Galaxy S series devices that won’t get the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 upgrade. This list of ineligible models includes Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+, and Galaxy S10 5G, however, the Galaxy S10 Lite will get One UI 5, for sure.

One UI 5 ineligible Galaxy S phones

  1. Galaxy S10e
  2. Galaxy S10
  3. Galaxy S10+
  4. Galaxy S10 5G
    • Older models too.

Back in 2019, Samsung announced the Galaxy S10 flagship smartphone lineup. These devices were shipped with Android 9 Pie-based One UI 1.1 software out of the box. Later on, the company sent Android 10, Android 11, and Android 12 upgrades with One UI 2.x, One UI 3.x, and One UI 4.1, respectively.

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Apple to beat Samsung with early 2nm TSMC chip adoption

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Apple outpaced Samsung in the adoption of a 3nm chipset last year. It looks like Apple will beat Samsung in the 2nm TSMC chip next year. A new report suggests that next year’s iPhone Pro series will boast a 2nm chipset.

Taiwan’s Commercial Times reports that TSMC’s 2nm process is set to begin design work between January and April next year. Apple will be the first 2nm TSMC customer, beating Qualcomm which supplies Snapdragon chips to Samsung.

Currently, the most advanced process is 3nm, which both TSMC and Samsung Electronics are capable of producing. As the width of semiconductor circuit lines narrows, power efficiency improves, and performance increases.

Last heard, TSMC’s 2nm test production yield exceeded 60%, making mass production feasible next year. The current progress of the 2nm process technology suggests that mass production will proceed as planned in 2025.

Being the world’s leading contract chip manufacturing company, TSMC is solidifying its dominance. It continues to expand its global market share, outpacing Samsung Foundry while making steady progress in advanced processes.

The Chairman of Taiwan’s TSMC recently stated that the customer demand for 2nm products is higher than for 3nm. The industry consensus is that TSMC will continue to lead in cutting-edge processes for the time being.

TrendForce recently reported that TSMC generated $23.527 billion in foundry market revenue in the third quarter of this year, marking a 13% increase from the previous quarter.

The company’s market share reached 64.9%, maintaining its first-place position and improving from the previous quarter’s 62.3%, with the gap with Samsung Foundry continuing to widen.

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Samsung to release Smart XR Glasses in 2025: Here’s when you can buy it

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Samsung is aiming to enter the ready-to-grow XR market next year. The company has been preparing to commercialize its product for two years. A new report talks about the possible launch and release timeline for Samsung XR Glasses.

South Korea Economic Daily sources revealed that Samsung is aiming to release its Smart XR Glasses in the third quarter of 2025. The company is planning to bring about 50,000 units of XR Glasses for the third and fourth quarters.

The Korean tech giant will challenge Apple’s Vision Pro by entering the XR market. The report says that the company has named this project “Moohan” (meaning “infinite”) and is accelerating its preparations for commercialization.

Rather than a headset, Samsung is said to be developing AR Glasses. It will be significantly cheaper than Apple’s Vision Pro headset. The glasses’ form factor will also push sales thanks to the affordability and portability of the device.

Recently, it was reported that Samsung’s Mobile division will showcase the Galaxy XR prototype during the Galaxy S25 launch. It would be a similar strategy that the company followed with its first Galaxy Ring this year.

An industry insider commented, “With the market yet to fully open, it remains to be seen what kind of innovation Samsung will bring to the table.”

MarketsandMarkets earlier reported that the XR market could grow from $31.3 billion in 2022 to $111.5 billion in 2028. The growth potential is significant as consumer demand for new and convenient IT platforms evolves alongside advancements in AI.

Apple has already entered this market by unveiling its Vision Pro in February this year. However, the field remains highly challenging to penetrate, as seen with LG Electronics halting its XR project with Meta due to technological difficulties.

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PSA: Samsung’s Android 15 One UI 7 Beta Program is Now Official

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Samsung has finally launched the Android 15-based One UI 7 Beta Program. The official announcement was made on December 5. The activity is initially available for the Galaxy S24, S24 Plus, and S24 Ultra in seven.

One UI 7 introduces radical interface tweaks, fresh new UI components, rich graphics, plenty of new features, and a lot more. The new software also uplevels the security system of your Galaxy smartphone to keep data safe.

What’s New in One UI 7?

Samsung’s Android 15-based One UI 7 Beta Program delivers a glimpse into a revolutionary smartphone experience powered by cutting-edge Galaxy AI features, enhanced personalization, and an overhauled interface.

One UI 7 integrates advanced AI agents and multimodal capabilities across the interface, enabling seamless and natural interactions.

Key AI enhancements include:

Writing Assist Tools: Users can now boost productivity with integrated AI-powered tools that summarize content, check grammar and spelling, and format notes into bullet points—all without switching between applications.

Samsung One UI 7 Writing Tools

Samsung One UI 7 AI Writing Assist Tools (Source – Samsung)

Call Transcriptions: Calls recorded on Samsung Galaxy devices running the latest One UI 7 can now be transcribed automatically, supporting 20 languages, offering a convenient solution for multitasking professionals.

Samsung One UI 7 Call Transcript

Samsung One UI 7 Call Transcript (Credit – Samsung)

One UI 7 introduces a streamlined design language centered around simplicity and user engagement.

Now Bar:

  • Accessible directly from the lock screen, this feature offers instant access to activities like Interpreter, Music, Recording, and Stopwatch.
  • Reduces the need to unlock the device frequently, transforming the lock screen experience.
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Samsung One UI 7 Now Bar (Source – Samsung)

Simplified Customization:

  • Redesigned widgets and lock screens allow users to personalize their devices effortlessly.
  • Enhanced control over every detail ensures a more intuitive and cohesive experience.

Refreshed Camera UX:

  • Reorganized controls make advanced settings easier to access.
  • Pro and Pro Video modes now feature a simplified manual settings layout and a new zoom control for smoother transitions during video recording.

Availability and Rollout

The One UI 7 beta program is now available for Galaxy S24 series users in Germany, India, Korea, Poland, the UK, and the US, starting December 5.

The official release of One UI 7 will begin in Q1 2025 with the next-generation Galaxy S series devices. Over time, it will expand to other Galaxy devices, reflecting Samsung’s commitment to extended OS upgrades.

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