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Galaxy S23 gets global One UI 8.5 rollout with AI upgrades and UI tweaks
technology4 days ago

Galaxy S23 gets global One UI 8.5 rollout with AI upgrades and UI tweaks

Samsung has begun a global rollout of One UI 8.5 (Android 16) for the Galaxy S23 series, expanding beyond South Korea to Europe and India. The update, identified by firmware S91xBXXU9FZDP and about 4 GB for non-beta users, adds a refreshed UI, a customizable Quick Panel, upgraded Bixby with natural language and Perplexity, Galaxy AI-powered Photo Assist features, new portrait filters, lock-screen layout automation, and other quality‑of‑life improvements; AirDrop is not included in Quick Share yet. Users can check Settings > Software update to install.

Galaxy S23 Trio Gets Stable One UI 8.5 Rollout, Starting in Korea
technology8 days ago

Galaxy S23 Trio Gets Stable One UI 8.5 Rollout, Starting in Korea

Samsung has begun rolling out the stable One UI 8.5 update (based on Android 16 QPR2) to the Galaxy S23 lineup, with Korea leading the rollout for the Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra and S23 FE; other markets are expected to follow in the coming days. The update brings a refreshed design, more customization options, and redesigned stock apps, and users can update via Settings > Software update or wait for announcements.

One UI 8.5 Beta for Galaxy S23 Quietly Fixes Bugs, Skips New Features
technology28 days ago

One UI 8.5 Beta for Galaxy S23 Quietly Fixes Bugs, Skips New Features

Samsung’s One UI 8.5 Beta for the Galaxy S23 mainly fixes bugs (black screen on incoming calls, proximity behavior, green video lines in some apps, Bluetooth stability, and multi-touch with accessibility) but adds no notable S26 features. The Beta 2 rollout in India and Korea targets existing S23 users who signed up for the first beta, and it’s not universally available. The update highlights that while Samsung keeps the S23 somewhat current, several AI features (Nudge/Brief, AirDrop) and newer Galaxy S26 capabilities are missing, and the path to Android 17 remains uncertain amid hardware limits that may curb on-device AI.

Samsung Extends April 2026 Security Patch to Galaxy S25, S24, and S23
technology1 month ago

Samsung Extends April 2026 Security Patch to Galaxy S25, S24, and S23

Samsung has begun rolling out the April 2026 security patch to the Galaxy S25 globally, and to the Galaxy S24 and S23 in Korea first, addressing 47 security issues. The S25 update is 548.89MB (firmware S93xBXXS9BZCH), while S24 and S23 updates are 456.64MB (S92xNKSS5CZCH) and 436.32MB (S91xNKSS7EZCI) respectively, with other markets likely to follow. Samsung is also advancing One UI 8.5 beta activity across these devices (S25 ninth beta, S24 second beta, and S23 beta program).

Samsung widens One UI 8.5 beta to more Galaxy phones including the A36
technology1 month ago

Samsung widens One UI 8.5 beta to more Galaxy phones including the A36

Samsung is expanding its One UI 8.5 beta to more Galaxy devices, adding the Galaxy S23 series (and S23 FE), Galaxy Z Flip 5, Galaxy Z Fold 5, and Galaxy A36 to the beta program with regional availability: S23 family in India, South Korea, the UK, and the US (S23 FE included); Z Flip 5 and Z Fold 5 beta only in South Korea and the US; A36 beta only in India. Enrollment is via the Samsung Members app, and Samsung notes that three-year-old devices are now included in the beta for the first time.

Samsung Galaxy Phones Start Receiving January 2026 Google Play System Update
technology3 months ago

Samsung Galaxy Phones Start Receiving January 2026 Google Play System Update

Selected Galaxy phones and tablets are receiving Google's January 2026 Google Play System update (around 90MB), boosting components like Android WebView, Google Play Services, Wallet, and Play Store, after a period with no Play System updates for Galaxy devices; Samsung is also gearing up for major OS updates with One UI 8.5 (Android 16 QPR2) and One UI 9.0 (Android 17).

Samsung Galaxy Phones Get Major One UI 8.5 and Android 16 Updates with AI Enhancements
technology7 months ago

Samsung Galaxy Phones Get Major One UI 8.5 and Android 16 Updates with AI Enhancements

Samsung has resumed the rollout of the improved One UI 8 update with Android 16 for Galaxy S23 and S24 series after fixing bugs, with the update including security patches and performance enhancements. Additionally, Samsung is developing One UI 8.5, which may feature design changes like icon updates and new AI-powered notification management tools, expected to launch with the Galaxy S26 series in early 2026.

Samsung Launches October Updates for Galaxy S24 and S25 with One UI 8
technology7 months ago

Samsung Launches October Updates for Galaxy S24 and S25 with One UI 8

Samsung has begun rolling out the One UI 8 update based on Android 16 for Galaxy S23 series in South Korea, with a global release starting October 2, 2025. The update includes security patches, stability improvements, and bug fixes. Additionally, security updates have been provided for Galaxy S21 series via Verizon, and the Galaxy Tab S11 series has received its first update with new features like stock info and disaster message translation. The Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4 also received important security patches.

Samsung Launches Stable One UI 8 Update for Galaxy Devices Worldwide
technology8 months ago

Samsung Launches Stable One UI 8 Update for Galaxy Devices Worldwide

Samsung's One UI 8 update is gradually rolling out globally, starting with the Galaxy S23 series and other models, but has faced delays and suspensions, notably for the Galaxy Z Fold SE in Korea. The update, based on Android 16, focuses on improved user experience, customization, and privacy features, including an adaptive lock screen clock and a new private album in Gallery. The global rollout is expected to continue on October 2nd, with future updates likely to include new features in One UI 8.5.

Samsung Galaxy Devices Receive June 2025 Security Update Rollout
technology11 months ago

Samsung Galaxy Devices Receive June 2025 Security Update Rollout

Samsung is expanding the rollout of the June 2025 security update for Galaxy S23 and S22 devices to more countries, including Europe, which includes a security patch fixing 19 vulnerabilities. The update is identified by specific build numbers and is part of ongoing software support, with future updates expected to include the new One UI 8 based on Android 16.

Samsung Rolls Out Crucial November Security Updates for Galaxy Devices
technology1 year ago

Samsung Rolls Out Crucial November Security Updates for Galaxy Devices

Samsung has released the November 2024 security update for the Galaxy S23 series, including the S23, S23+, and S23 Ultra, initially for carrier-locked variants in the USA. This update, identified by build number S911xSQS5CXI8, focuses on security enhancements as Samsung prepares for the One UI 7.0 beta program. The update is expected to roll out to unlocked variants and other markets soon. Users can download the update via the phone's settings or through Samsung's website.

Samsung Rolls Out November Security Updates for Galaxy Devices
technology1 year ago

Samsung Rolls Out November Security Updates for Galaxy Devices

Samsung has released the November security updates for its Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S24 series, ahead of Google's Pixel updates. These updates focus on security enhancements following the major One UI 6.1.1 update in September. The next significant update, featuring Android 15 and One UI 7, is expected in early 2025. Users can check for updates via their device settings.