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Official: All about Samsung’s August 2023 Camera update for Galaxy S23, S23 Plus and S23 Ultra
Samsung just revealed its August 2023 update stuff for the Galaxy S23 series Camera and Gallery. For international units, the update had already been rolled out, while, the US, Canadian and Korean variants are starting to receive the firmware today.
Korean community’s Camera moderator also disclosed that Samsung has optimized the rear digital zoom quality and high-pixel detail in photo mode. The update includes optimization for camera quality and performance based on the feedback shared by Galaxy S23 users.
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All about Samsung’s August 2023 Camera update
1. During 2x zoom operation in photo/video mode, the high-resolution sensor crops to provide optical lens-level image quality, and a 2x zoom lens icon can be added through the Camera Assistant. Besides, you can add a 2x zoom icon in the video Super Steady on the S23 Ultra.
How to use?
- Camera Assistant > Crop Zoom (Optical Quality Crop Zoom) On: 2x zoom icon displayed in photo/movie mode
2. The AI deep learning technology-based digital zoom picture quality improvement solution applied to the photo mode of Z Fold 5/Flip 5 (operating in a specific zoom magnification range) was also reflected and optimized for the S23.
3. Optimized details by improving the blur of normal illumination when shooting high-pixel 50MP/200MP in photo mode, and optimized shadow noise.
4. Optimized the file size when shooting motion photos in photo mode.
5. Improved motion blur when shooting moving subjects in photo mode.
6. Optimized camera performance (inter-shot interval, super-steady frame drop, etc.) to improve various shooting experiences in photo/video mode.
7. Increased the frame rate of Big Circle, Color Point, and Glitch effects from 24fps to 30fps in portrait video mode.
8. Adjusted intensity for natural face shape correction in front photo mode.
9. Adjusted the focus position to reduce peripheral image blur when shooting close-up subjects in the rear photo mode of the S23 and S23+ models.
Samsung has released a new update for the Internet Browser app with version 23.0.1.1. The update, which is about 60MB in size, brings some improvements and bug fixes to the app.
According to the changelog, the update fixes an issue of external apps not launching when making payments on some websites. This issue was reported by some users who faced problems while trying to use payment apps on certain sites. The update resolves this issue and ensures a smooth and secure payment experience for the users.
The update also improves the performance and stability of the app, making it faster and more reliable. The update is rolling out gradually to all users and can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or the Galaxy Store.
What’s New
- Fixed an issue of external apps not launching when making payments on some websites.
- Improved performance and stability
New update for Samsung Internet Browser #TeamGalaxy pic.twitter.com/3aEcUY8adT
— Samsung Hub – One UI Updates #OneUI6 (@SamsonUpdate) November 27, 2023
Samsung is rolling out a November 2023 security update for Galaxy S20 series on the T-Mobile network carrier in the US. The new update improves system security and stability to provide a better experience.
Users of the Samsung Galaxy S20 series can identify the November 2023 security update on the T-Mobile network in the US with One UI build versions G98xUSQS7HWJ1 for locked models and G98xU1UES7HWJ4 for unlocked models.
The fresh update includes a November 2023 security patch, which brings fixes for over 60 vulnerabilities and exposures that were harming user privacy and security.
To install the latest update, you just need to navigate toward Settings >> open Software Update tab >> click on the Download and Install button. Let your device connect to the OTA server and allow it to download the new firmware, if there’s any.
Unlocked Samsung Galaxy S20 grabs November 2023 update in the US
Millions of Samsung consumers are eligible for the One UI 6.0 update. Before the October end, Samsung started to release the Stable Android 14-based One UI 6.0 to the Galaxy S23 series devices. The expansion will continue along with new Galaxy devices in the update party.
Back in August, the South Korean tech giant started its Android 14 Beta Program, which took about two months to transform into Stable One UI 6.0 update. Notably, various Galaxy devices (mid-range and flagships) were able to test Android 14 through the One UI 6 in certain markets.
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Samsung will continue to distribute the Stable One UI 6.0 update to eligible Galaxy devices globally. Months ago, we compiled a list of Galaxies eligible for the Beta and Stable update. Similarly, we are now keeping track of Stable build’s availability for Galaxy devices.
Stable One UI 6.0 (Android 14) update released for these devices
Galaxy S series
- Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23+, Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+, Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Galaxy S23 FE
Galaxy Z series
- Galaxy Z Fold 5
- Galaxy Z Flip 5
Galaxy A series
- Galaxy A73
- Galaxy A54
- Galaxy A34
- Galaxy A14
Galaxy M series
- Galaxy M53
Galaxy Tab series
- Galaxy Tab S9/S9+/S9 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S8/S8+/S8 Ultra
Note: Availability varies by region and carrier.
Top features and changes of One UI 6.0
- Redesigned Quick Settings and Notifications panel.
- New lockscreen customizations.
- New font and simpler icon labels.
- Tweaks in the Camera app.
- Modes are directly tied to the lock screen.
- Bixby Text Call now supports more languages.
- New Weather and Camera widgets.
- Richer data in the Weather app.
- New emoji style in Samsung Keyboard.
- Multitasking improvements in the Gallery app.
- New Auto Blocker feature (blocks app installation from unauthorized app stores).
- You can check the complete changelog here.