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Samsung Galaxy S22 and S21 will get Image Clipper feature next month: Tipster
The Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S21 series received the Galaxy S23 series’ One UI 5.1 firmware, but Samsung didn’t deliver the Image Clipper feature. Meanwhile, a tipster just claimed that the April 2023 update for Samsung Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S21 will bring the Image Clipper feature.
According to @Tech_Reve, the Image Clipper feature is not too away from your Samsung Galaxy S22, S22 Plus, S22 Ultra, S21, S21, or S21 Ultra smartphone. Next month, the company will distribute this Galaxy S23-exclusive feature to older Galaxy models.
Since the tipster mentioned only the Galaxy S22 and S21 series, the company’s 2020 flagship lineups (S20 & Note 20) may have to wait until May 2023. That said, April is going to be a big month for Galaxy devices, as the S23 series is likely to receive a big camera focussed firmware.
Image Clipper
Introduced at the Galaxy Unpacked 2023, the Galaxy S23 series’ Image Clipper feature allows you to grab a subject from any image or video. This feature is inspired by Apple iOS and makes it easier to create custom stickers and remove backgrounds from well-focussed object images.
Image Clipper is a photo cutout feature, which works with the Samsung Gallery application. From any photo, you can grab the cutout of the subject by just tapping and holding on to it. However, you can also do the same with videos, just make sure to pause the stream before tapping and holding.
Samsung Image Clipper features eligible devices:
- Galaxy S22, S22+ and S22 Ultra
- Galaxy S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra
- Galaxy S20, S20+ and S20 Ultra
- Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra
- Galaxy Z Fold 2, Fold 3, and Fold 4
- Galaxy Z Flip LTE/5G, Flip 3, and Flip 4
Galaxy S21 and S22 SW Flashback
The Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S21 series have received the One UI 5.1 features with February 2023 update. Later, the company rolled out the March 2023 security patch with functional optimization and bug fixes to ensure a seamless user experience.
Next month, several Galaxy devices will get the April 2023 update, which may be a big deal for Samsung’s Galaxy S series. Since Android 14 is months away, the Korean tech giant is making Galaxy users happy by sharing the remaining Galaxy S23 features.
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Along with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G, Samsung has officially ended software update support for two more Galaxy devices – the Galaxy M51 phone and Galaxy Tab A7 tablet. This means that these devices will no longer receive any software updates.
Both the Samsung Galaxy M51 and Galaxy Tab A7 were launched in 2020 and came pre-installed with Android 10. They received updates up to Android 12, and are not eligible for more Android updates. Now, these devices have completed their software update cycle.
Although these devices still work well for everyday tasks, users will not get any new features or security patches. This lack of updates can make the devices outdated, as they will not receive important improvements.
Samsung Galaxy M51 and Galaxy Tab A7 have reached the end of their update cycle, after receiving 4 years of updates. Now, users of these devices can think about upgrading to newer models to enjoy the latest features and better security.
Still, both devices are secure and functional for everyday use. The devices run Android 12 and support all major apps, including those for banking, so users can continue to perform their daily tasks without issues. If you want to enjoy the new and advanced features of One UI, newer Samsung models are required.
Bye-Bye Monthly Updates: Popular Galaxy A series phone shifts to Quarterly plan
Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is a well-loved smartphone in the Galaxy A series that has now shifted from a monthly to a quarterly update plan. This means that users of this device will now receive software updates every three months instead of every month.
The Korean tech giant has recently announced its revised update schedule for its Galaxy devices, which places the Galaxy A52s 5G in the Quarterly update category.
Launched in 2021, the Galaxy A52s 5G came with Android 11 pre-installed. Since then, it has received three major Android updates and runs on Android 14 with One UI 6.1. However, the device will no longer be eligible for additional major Android OS updates. Users will still receive security updates, which will now be provided every three months.
While the Galaxy A52s 5G will continue to function properly, the shift to a quarterly update schedule means that users may not have access to the latest features and security enhancements as quickly as before.
If you own a Galaxy A52s and are considering an upgrade, you can look at newer Samsung models like the Galaxy A54 and A55. These devices will provide monthly updates and newer features to ensure you stay updated with the latest technology.
Moreover, Samsung has recently launched the Galaxy A16 5G smartphone. It is the first budget phone to offer six years of Android upgrades, providing software support until 2030. This makes the A16 5G an attractive option for budget-conscious consumers.
Don’t forget, the Galaxy A52s will remain a reliable smartphone even after a new quarterly update plan.
Google launched the Pixel 9 series earlier than the usual Pixel flagship launch timeline. The Android 16 is also reportedly coming earlier than we’d expect, and the latest report says Google could launch Pixel 9a in the first quarter of the next year.
According to AndroidHeadlines, Google Pixel 9a could be announced by mid-March 2025. Multiple sources citing the outlet confirmed that the next affordable Pixel will go on sale before the end of March 2025.
It seems Google is preparing to bring its Galaxy S24 FE rival around the 2025 iPhone SE debut. Samsung has recently launched the new FE smartphone, while Apple is said to announce the next-generation iPhone SE early next year.
Recently, the CAD renders of Pixel 9a smartphone have been revealed. The images showcased Google’s design decisions. The next A series Pixel could not get bumped camera bar shown in the Pixel 9 series flagships.