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Samsung Galaxy S10 series gets unexpected update in October 2023
October 2023 is going on and Samsung has surprised Galaxy S10e, S10, and S10+ owners by releasing a new security update for the 2019 flagships. Users can identify the latest update through the One UI build version ending with version HWI1.
The latest update installs the September 2023 security patch to improve system security and stability. The update is currently rolling out only on the Telcel network in Mexico, and it is unclear if other markets or carriers will get it.
The Galaxy S10 series reached the end of its software support cycle earlier this year, after receiving three major OS upgrades and four years of security updates. The last update for these devices was released in March 2023, so this new update is quite unexpected and possibly a one-time exception.
It is unlikely that this update signals a change in Samsung’s policy regarding security updates for older devices, as the company recently announced that it will provide four years of security updates for its newer Galaxy devices.
Samsung Galaxy S10e, S10, and S10+ users in Mexico can check and install the latest update by going to Settings >> Software update >> Download and install.
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Samsung One UI 7 Galaxy AI features wishlist
Samsung One UI 7 is set to introduce new AI features for Galaxy phones. After the initial Galaxy AI arrival, Apple debuted Apple Intelligence with iOS 18. Samsung has also introduced new AI features with One UI 6.1.1 software to counter Apple’s entry.
Samsung One UI 7 Galaxy AI features wishlist
Galaxy AI brings both on-device AI and cloud-processing-based features. The latest frontier of Galaxy AI debuted on July 10 with the Galaxy Z6 series. Nevertheless, we are excited about more new and useful AI features with the 2025 iteration.
Enhanced on-device and cloud AI
The Galaxy S24 and Z6 series are powered by the Gemini Nano AI model. Google is working on Gemini Nano v2, which will have more AI capabilities, power efficiency, and reliability. Smartphones equipped with this new AI model would benefit.
With on-device AI features, consumers don’t need to worry about privacy. At the same time, consumers get quite useful image and video editing tools as well as wallpaper generators through cloud-based AI.
OS-level writing tools
One UI 7 should follow Apple’s edge of system-wide writing tools. Galaxy’s next major Galaxy AI upgrade should bring features like rewrite, proofread, and summarize. Upgraded writing assistance will surely help Galaxy users in their everyday tasks.
AI notifications
Notifications are the most important aspect of our phones. Whether it’s a phone call, text message, or social media interaction, the notification is the key to all. Due to multiple apps and services, users often face a condition where arrangement becomes a tough task.
Apple Intelligence managed to address the problem with the Priority Notifications. AI learns the usage patterns and importance plus priority of notifications. Based on deep analysis, the OS displays priority notifications on top followed by others.
Image and video enhancement
One UI 6.1’s Photo Editor added many useful tools for pro-editing in less time. Many third-party AI-powered photo editing apps are loaded with cool features. Samsung should adopt such tools to offer an effortless editing experience on Galaxy devices.
Smart Circle to Search
Circle to Search is a great feature that debuted with the Galaxy S24 series. Samsung and Google expanded it to their flagship devices. Besides, Google is working to fulfill its commitment to installing Circle to Search on 200 million devices worldwide.
This functionality should be further optimized with system functions. The addition of the translate button is worth praising and we need Circle to Search to evolve further. Apple’s iPhones have no similar or equivalent feature to Circle to Search.
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Samsung One UI 7 Update: List of eligible Galaxy devices
Hey, folks! Here, we are exploring the expected list of Samsung Galaxy devices set to receive the One UI 7 update. It will debut a refined UI, privacy and security enhancements, improved multitasking, battery optimizations, and new customization tricks.
One UI 7 Update: List of Eligible Devices
Thanks to Samsung’s track record and leaks, we now have a clearer picture of which Galaxy devices will be eligible for the One UI 7 upgrade.
Galaxy S Android 15 Update List
- Galaxy S21 Series
- Galaxy S21 FE
- Galaxy S22 Series
- Galaxy S23 Series
- Galaxy S23 FE
- Galaxy S24 Series
- Galaxy S24 FE
Galaxy Z Android 15 Update List
- Galaxy Z Flip 3 / 4 / 5 / 6
- Galaxy Z Fold 3 / 4 / 5 / 6
Note: These flagship models are at the top of Samsung’s priority, ensuring they will be among the first to experience One UI 7.
Galaxy Tab Android 15 Update List
- Galaxy Tab S10+ / S10 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab A9 / A9+
- Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro
- Galaxy Tab S8 / S8+ / Tab S8 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S9 / S9+ / S9 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S9 FE / S9 FE+
Not only flagships, but Samsung has a reliable track record for rolling out updates to mid-range and budget devices.
Galaxy A/M/F Android 15 Update List
- Galaxy A06
- Galaxy A05s / A15 / A25 /A35 /A55
- Galaxy A14 / A24 / A34 / A54
- Galaxy A33 / A53 / A73
- Galaxy M14 / F14
- Galaxy M34 / M54 / F54
- Galaxy M35 /M55 / F55
Do note that the list is compiled on previous rollouts, software guarantees, and experience.
Flagships released before the S21 series won’t be eligible for the One UI 7 update. Samsung has significantly boosted software support across ranges. However, some popular models like the A52, A72, and A52s are no longer eligible.
Apps
Samsung’s fix for NotiStar duplicate notification issue is coming!
Samsung users have been facing a frustrating issue with the NotiStar app on their Galaxy phones. Many users have reported that they receive duplicate notifications for messages regularly. This issue occurs with messaging apps and regular text messages.
Instead of one notification, users are getting two for every single message. For example, if a friend sends a message, the user receives its notification twice. It means that users are observing the same notification being displayed twice.
Samsung has acknowledged the duplicate notification issue of NotiStar. In addition, a community moderator has reassured users that the team is actively investigating the issue. He mentioned that Samsung will improve this phenomenon in an upcoming app update to fix the duplicate notification issue.
Users can expect an update soon, which should help remove duplicate notifications and improve how the app works. Samsung is actively working on a solution, and the promise of an update is encouraging for many. For now, Galaxy users can keep an eye out for the upcoming NotiStar app update.
Aside from this, Galaxy users also reported unexpected vibrations and notifications from their Galaxy phones after updating the Samsung Wallet Digital Key app. However, Samsung has fixed this issue with a fresh update for the Wallet Digital Key app.
Here’s how to stop annoying vibrations and notifications on your Samsung device