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US carrier-unlocked Samsung Galaxy S21 FE grabs Android 13/One UI 5.0 update

Samsung is delivering the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update for the carrier-unlocked models of Galaxy S21 FE 5G smartphone in the US. On the other hand, the US carrier-locked models and the international variant of this device have already grabbed the update a couple of months ago.
This update brings the Galaxy S21 FE carrier-unlocked users a handful of new features and improvements over the previous One UI 4.1 software. Additionally, it carries a new user interface with notable tweaks to app icons, quick settings panel, notification panel, recent menu, and other sections.
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Aside from these, the major update also installs the December 2022 Android security patch, which is not the latest but also not that old. You can now navigate to Settings >> Software update >> Download and install on your Samsung Galaxy S21 FE smartphone to check the Android 13 update that can be identified through the build version G990U1UEU4DVLC for the US carrier-unlocked models.
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One UI 5.1 underway for Galaxy S21 FE:
Yes, Samsung has already started internal testing of a big One UI 5.1 software update for Galaxy S21 FE 5G smartphone users so that users won’t face instability when it goes live.
At present, there is no information on when the internal testing will be completed and the company will release the update for the customers. However, since the testing is already underway, we can expect an early release.
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Samsung boosts Galaxy S25 May 2025 production amid US tariff uncertainty

Samsung has raised the Galaxy S25 series production target for May 2025 amid US tariff uncertainties, TheElec reports.
According to the info, Samsung has ramped up this month’s Galaxy S25 series production target by 800,000 units; the decision comes ahead of the potential US tariffs to be imposed on imports to the United States.
The report suggests that the May production plan for the flagship Galaxy S25 series includes 1.3 million units of the standard model, 500,000 units of the Plus, and 1.5 million units of the Ultra, totaling 3.3 million units.
That said, the Korean tech giant has increased its production target by up to 1 million units over the March forecast, plus 800,000 units more than the early-to-mid-April forecast (2.5 million), with the Ultra model seeing the biggest hike.
The company has sold around 30 million Galaxy devices in the US last year. Galaxy S flagships are cash cows for Samsung in the US, over Galaxy A phones. This way, Samsung could safeguard these units from the potential US tariffs.
While the production has been hiked for May, it has been reduced for June and July. The launch of Galaxy S25 Edge is also considered a reason, which is coming next week, ahead of the new foldables in early July this year.
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Samsung Galaxy S25’s May 2025 Seamless Update yet to release in Europe

Earlier this month, Samsung started rolling out the May 2025 security update to the Galaxy S25 series, but it’s yet to release in Europe. Carrier-locked and unlocked models have received the firmware in the US over the past 7 days.
Samsung Galaxy S25 series users in Europe are waiting for the May 2025 security update. Earlier, it was rumored that the May release would be a significant one for the smartphones, but the company has postponed it to next month.
The May 2025 update focuses on system security improvements. The next firmware is expected to bring stability enhancements, camera UI tweaks, and a performance boost. The photography and videography functions will also elevate.
Users of the S25 series have started getting the May update in the US (carrier-locked and unlocked), Canada, and India. More markets are gradually joining the rollout pace, but such expansion hasn’t been recorded in Europe.

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The Galaxy S25 series was launched with Android 15-based One UI 7. The new OS introduces smooth animations, a modern user interface, unified UI components, shapes, and dynamic colors, however, there’s room for improvement.
Apart from security enhancements, the Galaxy S25 series requires functional refinements. The software is all fine, but it lags behind the Galaxy S24’s One UI 7 update, which was rigorously tested by millions for over 4 months.
Samsung will improve the One UI on the Galaxy S25 series with incremental updates. The expansion would soon take place in Europe, opening up yet another opportunity for you to experience the Seamless Update solution.
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One UI 8 animations give off strong ColorOS vibes [Watch]

Samsung One UI 8 may introduce a major breakthrough to system animations. As the software’s development progresses, fresh findings reveal a next-gen animation engine, which gives us strong vibes of Oppo’s ColorOS.
Android skins like ColorOS and OxygenOS are always praised for their animation fluidity. It seems Samsung is all set to bring such fluid animations to Galaxy devices with the next big upgrade, Android 16-based One UI 8.
A video posted by leaker IceUniverse compares the smoothness and transition curves of app opening animations between One UI 8 and ColorOS 15.
In the X post, the tipster has also noted that the transition curves are “very close,” suggesting that One UI 8 and ColorOS 15 have similar animation styles.

ColorOS 15 Animations | Source – Oppo
To be noted, the ColorOS 15 is based on the Android 15 operating system and is in a Stable channel. Meanwhile, the One UI 8 is based on Android 16 OS, but is in an internal Beta stage, which is far from functional reliability and stability.
Since Chinese OEMs mastered system animations and peak fluidity, Samsung is finally adopting a similar approach. One UI 7 is a decent base to deploy fluid animations on Galaxy devices with the Android 16-based One UI 8 upgrade.
One UI 8 Beta is expected to start later this month or next month. The official reveal of the software is due for July with the next-gen foldables. There will be many more improvements throughout the Beta testing program.
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Samsung One UI 8 vs OPPO ColorOS15, the transition curve is very close in the aspect of app opening animation. pic.twitter.com/Utu8yM2x8k
— ICE CAT (@UniverseIce) May 10, 2025
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Samsung cancels Galaxy S25 Edge launch event in New Delhi amid escalating India-Pak conflict

Given rising India-Pak tensions, Samsung has reportedly canceled the Galaxy S25 Edge launch event in New Delhi. The company hasn’t officially confirmed the event’s cancellation in the capital city, but reports say it’s called off.
Samsung has recently confirmed to launch its most anticipated smartphone on May 13. The S25 Edge wouldn’t be unveiled at an Unpacked event, but online conference. However, the company holds small-scale events in cities of key markets.
As the India-Pak conflict is escalating, Samsung has reportedly called off the Galaxy S25 Edge launch event in New Delhi. This event may be rescheduled or shifted to an all-virtual format after confirmation from the global headquarters.
Following the deadly Pahalgam attack last month, India launched Operation Sindoor, targeting cross-border terrorist infrastructure. However, the condition is getting escalated, with recent Pak strikes aimed at Indian military sites.
This situation is not appropriate for holding an event or public gathering. Local authorities may also deny or revoke event permissions, so it’s good to make it all online. Meanwhile, the smartphone is indeed coming to the Indian market.
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New Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge teaser hypes lightweight design

Samsung Mobile US released a new Galaxy S25 Edge teaser, highlighting the phone’s lightweight design. You may have seen slogans like “the ‘wait’ is almost over,” but Samsung turned it to “the ‘weight’ is almost over.”
Galaxy S25 Edge will be unveiled on May 13 through an online event. It is the fourth model in the Galaxy S25 lineup, which was released earlier this year. Samsung aims to lead the market, riding on a new smartphone segment.
The new Samsung teaser hypes that the Galaxy S25 Edge is quite lightweight. While official information is yet to be known, earlier leaks point to around 160 grams in weight and a sleek 5.85mm body.
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Recently, Samsung unveiled the Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2, which toughens the Galaxy S25 Edge screen. The solution is exclusively crafted for Samsung’s slim phone that also boasts Heat Treatment technology.
Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge is expected to be priced around $1100 in the US. It has mixed specs such as Plus-like screen, Ultra-like 200-megapixel camera, vanilla-like portable design profile, but the battery front is a bit disappointing.
The Korean tech giant has also started pre-reservations for the next Galaxy. You can reserve the device to score a free $50 Samsung Credit in the US. Interestingly, you don’t need to pay any pre-reserve amount, nor are you bound to buy the phone.
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