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List of Samsung devices that have received Android 13 One UI 5.0 update
At SDC22, Samsung showcased the new One UI 5 software and started to deliver it with Android 13 update in late October. The company has also revealed its update rollout plan, which spans around all eligible devices including Galaxy S, Note, Z, A, M, F, Tab, and XCover lineups.
Until the first week of November, Samsung upgraded all eligible flagships (from 2022, 2021, and 2022) to the new Android 13-based One UI 5.0 version. Apart from this, select mid-range and budget phones have also, amazingly, joined the party with the One UI 5 update.
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The One UI 5 introduces major improvements in the visual, design, and animation functionality. The upgrade significantly improves system animations to provide you with smoother transitions while switching across apps and features on your Galaxy. More here: One UI 5.0 Key Features
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The South Korean tech giant is going already ahead with its One UI 5 schedule for Galaxy devices. Until February 2023, all eligible Galaxies are planned to get the Stable Android 13 update, while the F series devices may have to wait until April.
One UI 5.1
Ahead of Galaxy S23 series debut, Samsung is testing the Android 13-based One UI 5.1 software version on a number of Galaxy devices including the Galaxy S22, S21 and S20 series. You can read more about One UI 5.1 leaks, expected features.
One UI 5 update rolled out for these Samsung devices:
Galaxy Z Series
- Galaxy Z Flip 4 – Stable
- Galaxy Z Fold 4 – Stable
- Galaxy Z Fold 3 – Stable
- Galaxy Z Flip 3 – Stable
- Galaxy Z Fold 2
- Galaxy Z Flip LTE/5G
Galaxy S Series
- Galaxy S22 – Stable
- Galaxy S22 Plus
- Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Galaxy S21 – Stable
- Galaxy S21 Plus
- Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Galaxy S20 – Stable
- Galaxy S20 Plus
- Galaxy S20 Ultra
- Galaxy S21 FE 5G – Stable
- Galaxy S20 FE – Stable
- Galaxy S10 Lite – Stable
Galaxy Note Series
- Galaxy Note 20 – Stable
- Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
- Galaxy Note 10 Lite – Stable
Galaxy A Series
- Galaxy A04s
- Galaxy A73 5G – Stable
- Galaxy A53 – Stable
- Galaxy A33 5G – Stable
- Galaxy A23 LTE/5G – Stable
- Galaxy A13 LTE/5G
- Galaxy A03s
- Galaxy A03
- Galaxy A72 – Stable
- Galaxy A52s 5G – Stable
- Galaxy A52 LTE/5G – Stable
- Galaxy A42 5G
- Galaxy A32 LTE/5G
- Galaxy A22 LTE/5G – Stable
- Galaxy A12 Nacho
- Galaxy A71 4G/5G – Stable
- Galaxy A51 LTE/5G – Stable
- Galaxy Quantum 2
Galaxy M Series
- Galaxy M53 5G – Stable
- Galaxy M33 5G – Stable
- Galaxy M13
- Galaxy M62 – Stable
- Galaxy M52 5G – Stable
- Galaxy M42 5G – Stable
- Galaxy M32 LTE/5G – Stable
- Galaxy M22 – Stable
- Galaxy M12
Galaxy F Series
- Galaxy F23 5G
- Galaxy F13
- Galaxy F62 5G – Stable
- Galaxy F52 5G
- Galaxy F42 5G
- Galaxy F22
- Galaxy F12
Galaxy Tab Series
- Galaxy Tab S8 – Stable
- Galaxy Tab S8 Plus
- Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S7 – Stable
- Galaxy Tab S7 Plus
- Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2022, WiFi, LTE)
- Galaxy Tab Active 3
- Galaxy Tab A7 Lite
- Galaxy Tab S7 FE
- Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro
- Galaxy Tab A8
Galaxy XCover Series
- Galaxy XCover 6 Pro – Stable
- Galaxy XCover 5
- Galaxy XCover Pro
Updated on January 11
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The above-mentioned Samsung smartphones and tablets started to receive the Android 13-based Stable One UI 5.0 update. The availability may vary by region and carrier, however, you won’t be needing to wait too long to experience the newest OS of Samsung.
How to check for update
Samsung consumers can check new software updates manually with a handful of simple steps. Firstly, visit your Galaxy device’s “System Settings,” once done, scroll down and tap the “Software update” tab, followed by the “Download and install” button.
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Top Samsung Galaxy AI tools to simplify your vacation planning
Samsung’s Galaxy AI packs many intelligent features that help you with vacation planning. You may have been planning a holiday ahead of the Christmas celebration.
Whether you’re dreaming of snowy landscapes or tropical beaches, preparing for a trip can be as exciting as it is overwhelming and here Galaxy AI features take the experience to another level.
Galaxy AI comes with Browsing Assist, AI Composer, Note Assist, and more interesting features. Check out the most useful features of Galaxy AI for your long-awaited holiday trip:
Browsing Assist
There’s no doubt, planning a holiday trip means diving into limitless travel guides, listicles, and recommendations. The sheer amount of information can quickly become overwhelming.
Meanwhile, Galaxy AI’s Browsing Assist shrinks long content into bite-sized highlights, giving you the must-know details without the hassle of sifting through paragraphs.
AI Composer
AI Composer is an innovative feature that lets you type your message and select a tone or format for a polished finish. You can easily transform your words into formal, casual, or persuasive styles so you can nail that leave request.
Composer is integrated with your Samsung phone’s stock Keyboard app.
Note Assist
Galaxy AI’s Note Assist allows you to remember the key points from a meeting after returning from vacation. You can record your meetings and let Note Assist convert them into written notes.
Once returned, revisit key points and craft concise recap emails to continue your tasks smoothly. You can also optimize the structure of massive data, right from the Samsung Notes app.
These features are already available on select Galaxy phones with One UI 6.1. Samsung is crafting even more useful AI features that will be distributed as part of the One UI 7 update next year.
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Samsung rushes to secure US CHIPS subsidies before Trump takes office
Samsung is rushing to secure its $6.4 billion subsidies under the US CHIPS Act. After Intel and TSMC, the Biden-led outgoing government finalized subsidies for a US-based firm, Micron.
On December 10, the US Department of Commerce announced that it would provide Micron with $6.165 billion in subsidies, the same amount as stated in the preliminary PMT signed in April.
Micron plans to use these subsidies to build semiconductor plants in New York and Idaho.
Samsung had agreed to invest $44 billion and receive $6.4 billion in subsidies. Meanwhile, Samsung and SK Hynix remain the only major companies yet to finalize their subsidy agreements.
Reports say South Korea’s Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix are in final negotiations with the US government to secure subsidies under the CHIPS and Science Act before Trump takes office.
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo previously stated that the goal is to allocate all subsidies before the end of this administration.
During his election campaigns, Donald Trump criticized the CHIPS subsidies introduced by Joe Biden. As Trump’s presidency nears, there’s a risk of cancellation of subsidies and increased tariffs.
Samsung plans to use the subsidy to build a semiconductor plant in Taylor, Texas. This foundry plant is expected to begin producing 2nm and 4nm products in 2026.
The foundry plant Samsung is building in the US relies heavily on securing customers. Given the current situation, it might not be easy to proceed with the investment as planned.
There is a possibility that the subsidies might decrease slightly from the one initially offered to Samsung. Intel has also agreed to receive $600 million less in subsidies than initially planned.
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Samsung gathers executives to plan Galaxy S25 strategy for 2025
Samsung will hold this year’s second Global Strategy Meeting next week. Samsung is reportedly gathering executives to plan the Galaxy S25 series strategy for 2025 as well as risk management to seamlessly function all activities.
According to Chosun, Samsung may hold a Global Strategy Meeting from December 17 to 19, where plans for the Galaxy S25 series and risk management are said to be discussed.
The institutional sector for Samsung’s DX Division will hold a global strategy meeting on the 17th and 18th, while the institutional sector for the DS Division will meet on the 19th.
This isn’t a surprise meeting Samsung is preparing for, but it takes place every June and December. The timeline for these meetings aligns with the prior flagship launch to prepare a strategy.
Samsung will be gathering top global executives to share issues by business and regional categories. The meeting will discuss next year’s business goals and sales strategies for the upcoming flagships.
Han Jong-hee, head of the DX institutional sector (Vice Chairman), and Jeon Young-hyun, head of the DS institutional sector (Vice Chairman), are expected to lead the meetings.
Jay Y. Lee, Samsung Elec’s boss and chairman of the board, is unlikely to attend the meetings in person but will receive reports on business strategies later.
South Korea has recently witnessed a sudden martial law implication and quick revocation. It puts a sharp burden on Korean manufacturers as the currency is weakening over the USD.
Samsung will launch Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra early next year. The prices of these devices may be hiked due to increased exchange rates, resulting in additional material costs.