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Samsung Android 14 (One UI 6) Update Tracker

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Samsung amazed Galaxy consumers with the Android 13 rollout and now there are high hopes for the Android 14 update this year. Based on Android 14, the One UI 6.0 version is expected to be available on the Beta and Stable channels in August and October 2023, respectively.

Android 14’s development had begun in early February and the OEM hopes to bring the official version in August this year. This Samsung Android 14 update page will keep you updated with the latest inputs, developments, and early information.

Also Check – Samsung One UI 6.0 (Android 14) – Latest news, features, eligible devices, and release date

Note: We will add/remove content following the latest and authentic inputs.

Android 14 Beta News

//August 26

  • In August, Google released Android 14 Beta 5, followed by Beta 5.1 and Beta 5.2. Stable release is awaited.

//July 30

  • Ahead of Stable, Google pushed Android 14 Beta 4.1 update to Pixel smartphones, bringing a list of new fixes.

//July 28

  • Samsung Support Germany reportedly confirmed that One UI 6 Beta for Galaxy S23 series starting on August 2.

//July 22

  • Android 14 initial release may not bring Satellite Connectivity support.

//July 11

  • Google today announced the rollout of the Android 14 Beta 4, which is considered near-stable.

//June 16

  • Just a few days after Beta 3, Google started rolling out Android 14 Beta 3.1  with June 2023 security patch, and fingerprint issue fix.

//June 10

  • On June 7, Google announced the Android 14 Beta 3 update, which takes the new operating system to Platform Stability.

//May 28

  • Android 14 Beta 2.1 started to release on May 26, bringing fixes to three most critical problems in the upcoming operating system.

//May 18

  • Google is internally testing the App Pair feature on Android 14, which Samsung brought to the very first version of One UI.

//May 11

//April 27

  • Android 14 Beta 1.1 rolled out by Google, which brings fixes to some of the most frustrating issues.

//April 13

  • Google officially released and detailed the Android 14 Beta 1 for general users.

//March 8

  • Google pushed the Developer Preview 2 build to Pixel phones with new security and privacy focussed features.

//March 4

  • Samsung might announce the One UI 6 Beta program earlier than last year.

//February 8

  • Google released Developer Preview 1 build for devices ranging from Pixel 4a 5G to Pixel 7 Pro.

Android 14 Stable News

//May 17

  1. The Ultra HDR feature of Android 14 will be supported by smartphones that have a camera that can capture 10-bit HDR images and are powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset.
    1. Galaxy S23 5G
    2. Galaxy S23 Plus 5G
    3. Galaxy S23 Ultra 5G

//May 6

  • Starting with Android 14 and One UI 6, Google and Samsung will be addressing background inconsistencies to deliver the best app user experience at all time.

//April 12

  • Per the roadmap shared by Google, Android 14 Stable could get the same August launch as Android 13.

//March 14

  • Google released the March 2023 Android Feature Drop ahead of the Android 14 announcement at I/O 2023.

//March 4

  • One UI 6.0 could launch at Samsung Developer Conference 2023 later this year.

//February 8

  • Google could release the Stable update to Pixel smartphones by the end of July this year.

Android 14 Features List

  1. Predictive back gesture
  2. Vibrant “Basic colours” in Color Palette
  3. Apps installed in the background
  4. Fast Pair
  5. Integrated Health Connect
  6. Prevention to install old apps
  7. Tweaked “Security & privacy” section
  8. Battery Saver UI
  9. Screen time in Battery usage section
  10. Taskbar text labels on larger displays
  11. Advanced memory protection
  12. Hearing devices
  13. One UI-inspired Cloned Apps

Features as of Developer Preview 1 for Google phones, source.

Samsung Android 14 Eligible Devices

Galaxy Z series

  • Galaxy Z Fold 4 (2nd)
  • Galaxy Z Flip 4
  • Galaxy Z Fold 3 (3rd)
  • Galaxy Z Flip 3

Galaxy S series

  • Galaxy S23 Ultra (1st)
  • Galaxy S23+
  • Galaxy S23
  • Galaxy S22 Ultra (2nd)
  • Galaxy S22+
  • Galaxy S22
  • Galaxy S21 FE (2nd)
  • Galaxy S21 Ultra (3rd)
  • Galaxy S21+
  • Galaxy S21

Galaxy A series

  • Galaxy A14 (1st)
  • Galaxy A04s
  • Galaxy A73 (2nd)
  • Galaxy A53 (2nd)
  • Galaxy A33
  • Galaxy A23
  • Galaxy A13
  • Galaxy A72 (3rd)
  • Galaxy A52s 5G (3rd)
  • Galaxy A52 LTE/5G (3rd)

Galaxy M series

  • Galaxy M53 5G
  • Galaxy M33 5G
  • Galaxy M23

Galaxy Tab series

  • Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
  • Galaxy Tab S8+
  • Galaxy Tab S8

This is not an official One UI 6 device list.

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Top Samsung Galaxy AI tools to simplify your vacation planning

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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.

Samsung Galaxy AI Composer

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

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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.

Via – Reuters

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Samsung gathers executives to plan Galaxy S25 strategy for 2025

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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.

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