One UI 5.0
Check Samsung Galaxy S21 Settings with One UI 5.0 user interface
With the release of Android 13, Samsung fans are waiting patiently to get their hands on the next iteration of One UI – One UI 5.0. Fortunately, ahead of the stable release, we can operate the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 software through beta activity, which is now live for a bunch of Galaxy smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy S21 is one of the phones eligible for the One UI 5.0 beta program. We have installed the latest beta software on our Galaxy S21 phone and noticed a lot of new features, improvements, and changes. The settings page has the most you can play with. Therefore, here we bring you all the new changes you will get on your Samsung Galaxy S21 Settings page after installing One UI 5.0.
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Samsung Galaxy S21 Settings: One UI 5.0
Connections:
This section shows you Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, Airplane, SIM manager, Mobile Hotspot, and other network connections on your device.
Connected devices:
It’s an all-new One UI 5.0 feature that provides you with all the connected devices in one place. It’s always difficult to manage different tasks at a single time so here Samsung is providing you with more convenience to let you manage all your connected devices with ease.
Modes and Routines:
The modes and Routines option in Settings is also new to Samsung One UI 5.0 devices, which is created by removing the Bisby Routines in the Advanced settings. Here, you can add, remove, and edit a variety of modes and routines.
Sound and vibration:
Next, there’s the Sound and vibration section, which lets you customize the ringtones, vibration pattern, separate app sound, and more. A new “Temporary mute” toggle has been added with One UI 5.0, which is just below the Sound mode.
Notifications:
This section is also changed a lot. There are no highlighted options for Brief and Detailed Notification styles. However, you can find these features inside. In addition, there is an App notification option, where you can enable or disable every app notification.
Display:
Coming to the Display section. It carries two new options including Screen resolution which lets you choose whether you want HD+, FHD+, or WQHD+ display and Camera cutout where you can decide whether you want to show or hide camera cutout while using a specific app.
Wallpaper and style:
Notable changes can be seen in Wallpaper and style section as well. Instead of My wallpapers, Gallery options, Lock screen wallpaper services, and Explore more wallpapers options, there’s a new “Browse my wallpaper section”, which itself has substantial improvements.
Themes:
It’s the same as the previous One UI, when you tab on it, it will direct you to the Themes sections.
Home screen:
This is also similar to the One UI 4.1. However, besides the Hine apps, it has a “Hide apps on Home screen and Apps screens” option.
Lock Screen:
When you enter the Lock screen section, you will notice a new UI. You will find the options to edit the Lock screen and Widgets and a Touch and hold to edit feature which will let you directly customize the lock screen. The Wallpaper service section has been removed while Hide content and Notifications to show options have been added.
Security and privacy:
Another major change on the Settings page. One UI 5.0 has combined Biometrics and security and Pricy sections into one. However, you will find almost similar features inside, the Ui has obviously changed.
Location:
You can turn on/off the Locations, allow/deny specific app location permission, etc.
Safety and emergency:
There is a new Emergency sharing feature in the section, which lets share messages, location, or a warning if your phone is almost out of battery.
Accounts and backup:
It lets you manage your account, backup and restore data bring data from old devices, and others.
Google:
Here, you can manage Google. You can play with the settings such as autofill OTP and passwords, backup, Find my devices, etc.
Advanced features:
Many of its features have been shifted to Connected devices sections. Bixby routines have also been placed.
Digital Wellbeing and Parental controls:
Inside, you can manage your daily, weekly, or monthly routine. You can see which apps you have for the amount of time, set goals, set app timers, and more.
Battery and device care:
It now has Scan needed, Auto optimization, and Maintenance mode features to further protect your phone’s battery.
Apps:
Same as the older. You can manage Samsung app settings, Choose default apps, reset app preferences, and more.
General management:
One UI 5.0 adds a new App languages feature that lets you select a different language for a specific app.
Accessibility:
There is new Spoken assistance, which has options like Speak keyboard input aloud, Audio description, Bixby Vision for accessibility, and Voice label.
Software update:
No change noted. You can download and install new updates from here as well as change some update downloading settings.
Tips and manual:
It shows you the latest and hidden features of your current One UI.
About phone:
This section now shows the picture of your smartphone. Alongside, it has all the usual information about your phone.
First published on Feb. 13…
On February 13, Samsung started giving early Valentine’s Day gifts to Galaxy customers in the form of One UI 5.1 update! The rollout of the new One UI 5.1 update started with several older eligible flagship devices including the Galaxy Z Fold/Flip 4 as well as Galaxy S22, Galaxy S21, and Galaxy S20 series.
The One UI 5.1 update package weighs between 1.5GB to 1.98GB and the feature availability also varies by model. The Galaxy S22 series is taking most of the Galaxy S23 benefits, while, it’s just a farewell release for the Galaxy S20 series and Note 20 series.
One UI 5.1 is available for:
- Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4
- Galaxy S22, S22 Plus and S22 Ultra
- Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3
- Galaxy S21, S21 Plus and S21 Ultra
- Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra – Feb. 18
- Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G – Feb. 21
- Galaxy S20, S20 Plus and S20 Ultra
- Galaxy S21 FE and S20 FE 5G
- Galaxy Z Flip – Feb. 27
- Galaxy Tab S8 series
- Galaxy Tab S7 series
- Galaxy S10 Lite and Note 10 Lite
Non-flagship Galaxy devices:
- Galaxy A73, A53, A33 and A23- Feb. 20
- Galaxy M53, M33 – Feb. 25
- Galaxy A23 – Feb. 27
- Galaxy F62 – Mar. 1
- Galaxy M62, M52 – Mar. 1st week
- Galaxy A52s – Mar. 2
- Galaxy Quantum 2 – Mar. 2
- Galaxy Tab S7 and Tab S7 Plus
- Galaxy A71 and A51 – Mar. 8
- Galaxy S10 Lite – Mar. 7
- Galaxy A72, A52 and A32 – Mar. 9
- Galaxy A13 – Mar. 14
- Galaxy A51 5G – Mar. 21
- Galaxy A03s – Mar. 22
- Galaxy A32 LTE – Mar. 22
Didn’t find your device on the list? It doesn’t mean your smartphones will not get the One UI 5.1 update. Samsung has just begun the rollout, which may take about 3 to 4 weeks to reach all regions and carriers. If your device is eligible for Android 14, you would receive the One UI 5.1 as well.
How to update:
Head towards the Settings menu, tap the Software update tab, followed by Download and install. Let your device connect to Samsung’s software server and find out the new build. If a new build is available for your device and CSC, follow the on-screen instructions and enjoy!
One UI 5.1
On February 1, Samsung launched the Galaxy S23 series smartphones that brought the One UI 5.1 firmware out of the box. This new One UI version is an improved variant of Samsung’s first Android 13 skin and offers select new features from the S23 to older models.
What’s new with One UI 5.1?
Similar to the One UI 5.0, Samsung’s new One UI 5.1 version is also based on the Android 13 operating system. Ahead of major switch like Android 14, the company is offering select new features from its topmost flagship lineup to older models such as the Galaxy S and Z.
Changes of One UI 5.1 firmware include a handful of new features including enhancements to the Camera and Gallery apps with the ability to remaster and fine-tune photos saved on your phone. It also brings the ability to access the Expert RAW camera app directly from the stock Camera app.
Last but not least, One UI 5.1 is packed with battery status widgets for the home screen along with a Spotify suggestions option and Settings quick panels. Earlier, the leaked One UI 5.1 changelog listed plenty of new features in detail, which you can check here.
Samsung has now begun expanding the One UI 5.1 update for more Galaxy Note 10 Lite users. The update was initially rolled out in France and the company is now releasing this update for Note 10 Lite models in UAE.
One UI 5.1 update provides a next-level performance with new features to enhance productivity and personalization. The newest version of One UI brings a load of new features that make your Galaxy experience smoother and amazing.
Along with several new features, it also installs the February 2023 patch for system security and stability improvements. Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Lite One UI 5.1 update bears the PDA version N770FXXU8HWB6 and you can download it through Settings >> Software update >> Download and install.
This update brings a handful of new features and enhances the Note 10 Lite devices to take their Galaxy experience to next level. It installs two new Widgets – the battery widget, and the Dynamic Weather widget, as well as significant improvements to the Smart Suggestion and contacts widgets.
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Moreover, the update also carries a new pop-up view and split-screen view features for easier multitasking, a more effortless selfie color tone picker in the Camera, multiple advanced Gallery app features, Bixby Text Call in the English language, support for Continue using an app on other devices feature in Samsung Internet, and much more.
Samsung Good Lock is a crucial part of One UI, especially for consumers who love smartphone personalization. With each new One UI iteration, Samsung brings fruitful apps, plugins, and modules to Good Lock in order to take the customization experience to the next level.
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With the Android 13-based One UI 5, Samsung brought a handful of new plugins in order to make the Good Lock even more useful. Although all Good Lock plugins are not available for Galaxy consumers worldwide, you can take advantage of the remaining ones.
One UI 5 Good Lock update radically redesigned the overall look of the application, dividing the modules into two sections – Make Up and Life Up. The first section includes apps and services useful for personalization, while the second part consists of experimental Android tools.
Below, you can check brief info about plugins as well as download links from Galaxy Store and APKMirror.
Theme Park
- You can create and apply themes easily and quickly
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
Pentastic
- Apply various styles to the S Pen
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
Wonderland
- Allow creating 3D motion wallpaper with various effects
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
LockStar
- Customize and create a new lock screen and Always on Display.
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
KeysCafe
- Set the keyboard optimized for you and try creating your one unique animation sticker.
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
NavStar
- Conveniently organize the navigation bar and gesture mode.
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
Home Up
- Enjoy the improved One UI Home experience.
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
ClockFace
- You can configure many different clock styles on the lock screen and AOD and customize the clock however you want.
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
QuickStar
- Redesign your Quick Panel UI
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
Nice Shot
- Use the screenshot and screen recording features more conveniently
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
NotiStar
- Manage the notification history easily
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
Edge Touch
- Adjust settings for touch on edge screen easily
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
NiceCatch
- You can customize Sound, Vibration, and screen history.
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
One Hand Operation +
- Use your phone or tablet easily with your thumb.
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
Routines+
- Various features have been added to Bixby Routines, allowing you to create more powerful routines.
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
MultiStar
- Experience the improved Multi Window
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK [New update]
SoundAssistant
- Expand Audio System settings and increase convenience
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
Camera Assistant [One UI 5]
- Customize your own camera settings to your preference
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
RegiStar [One UI 5]
- Customize your smartphone’s home settings, search options, history, back taps, and more.
- Download – Galaxy Store | APK
DropShip [One UI 5]
- Easily share files between devices running Android, iOS, and the Web.
- Download –
Galaxy Store| APK
Galaxy to Share [One UI 5]
- Share your own created personalization settings of various Good Lock modules
- Download –
Galaxy Store| APK