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technology1 day ago•23 min saved

Samsung’s Two-Step UI: Why 8.5 and 9 coexist on Galaxy phones

Samsung’s One UI 8.5 and One UI 9 are not rivals but consecutive updates: 8.5 is a major skin refresh built on Android 16 (with features like Quick Share) rolling out globally in May 2026, while 9 is a new engine built on Android 17 that’s currently in beta for the Galaxy S26 with a planned full release around July 2026 for foldables. You can’t skip directly from 8.5 to 9, and not every device will receive 9 due to hardware/upgrade limits. If you’re on a supported device, install 8.5 when offered; 9 will follow later if eligible, but it’s not guaranteed for all.

via tech-ish.com|

#android #beta #one-ui

technology4 days ago•2 min saved

Galaxy S22 gets May 2026 security patch, kicks off Korea rollout

Samsung has begun rolling out the May 2026 security patch to the Galaxy S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra, starting in South Korea with firmware S90xNKSS9GZE5 (about 506.30MB for the S22) and addressing 36 security vulnerabilities; global rollout is expected in the coming days. The update accompanies One UI 8.5, while One UI 9.0 is not slated for these devices, which are expected to receive their final major update.

via SamMobile|

#firmware #galaxy-s22 #one-ui

technology13 days ago•6 min saved

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Lineup Aims for Subtle Refinement and Power

Samsung is prepping the Galaxy Z Fold 8 family—Fold 8, Fold 8 Wide, and Flip 8—for a July 22, 2026 launch, focusing on refined designs, crease-free hinges, and mode-specific form factors. The standard Fold 8 features an 8.0-inch inner display with a 200MP/50MP/10MP rear camera, Fold 8 Wide uses a 7.6-inch panel with a 200MP/12MP setup, and Flip 8 sticks with a 50MP/12MP dual camera. Specs hint at up to 1 TB storage on Fold 8 (12 GB RAM), up to 512 GB with 16 GB RAM on Fold 8 Wide, and up to 512 GB with 12 GB RAM on Flip 8, plus 4,300–5,000 mAh batteries and 45W charging for Fold 8 models (25W for Flip 8). Software gains come via enhanced One UI for foldables, aimed at improved multitasking across the three devices.

via Geeky Gadgets|

#dual-layer-display #foldable-phones #galaxy-z-fold-8

technology1 month ago•2 min saved

Samsung’s Galaxy Glasses surface in firmware hints for a 2026 launch

Samsung’s first smart glasses, reportedly named Galaxy Glasses, have surfaced in firmware references as an icon in One UI 8.5 and a test One UI 9 build, hinting at a launch in the second half of 2026; details are scarce, but the design appears to be a simple glasses outline and could feature AR-style functionality, with Samsung possibly unveiling them at a future Unpacked event.

via SamMobile|

#augmented-reality #galaxy-glasses #one-ui

technology2 months ago•2 min saved

Samsung extends Inactivity Restart to Galaxy S26 in Korea

Samsung is expanding its Google-originated security feature Inactivity Restart to Galaxy S26 devices in Korea via the February 2026 patch, following earlier availability on Galaxy Z Fold 7 and S25 beta. When enabled in Settings, Security and privacy, More security settings, Inactivity Restart, the phone will automatically reboot after 72 hours of inactivity, entering a BFU state that blocks fingerprint access until the correct PIN or password is entered. The rollout may depend on firmware or Google Play system updates, with broader availability expected to reach more devices soon.

via SamMobile|

#galaxy-s26 #google-play-system-updates #inactivity-restart

technology9 months ago•2 min saved

Samsung Unifies Smartphone and Appliance Experience with Extended Updates and AI Ecosystem

Samsung is expanding its One UI experience to home appliances starting September, introducing features like Now Brief and a 7-year software update commitment, unifying the user interface across devices for a seamless ecosystem.

via 9to5Google|

#appliances #now-brief #one-ui

technology11 months ago•5 min saved

Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7: Will a New Design Break the Flip Phone Wall?

The upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 7 is expected to feature a larger cover screen, but its success depends on Samsung addressing software limitations, especially with the keyboard and customization options, to compete effectively with Motorola's Razr series.

via 9to5Google|

#cover-screen #flip-phone #galaxy-z-flip-7

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Samsung Phones to Miss Out on Android 15's Instant Hotspot Feature

Google's new Instant Hotspot feature in Android 15, which allows seamless connection to a phone's hotspot from an Android tablet or Chromebook, won't be available on Samsung Galaxy devices. This is because Samsung's One UI already has a similar feature called Auto Hotspot, which works exclusively with Galaxy devices. Therefore, Galaxy users won't miss out on much, but those hoping to use the feature with non-Galaxy devices might feel left out.

via SamMobile - Samsung news|

#android-15 #auto-hotspot #instant-hotspot

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"Google's Android 15 Beta Release: A Sneak Peek at New Features"

Google's Android 15 Developer Preview 2 features new status bar icons that resemble Samsung's One UI design, with a segmented look and white and grey color scheme. The battery icon is now horizontal, allowing for the battery percentage to be displayed inside it. These icons are not live by default but may become default in the next beta version of the OS.

via SamMobile - Samsung news|

#android-15 #google #icons