Samsung may release new software releases in the form of .1 updates. These updates are similar to his Pixel feature drops where the company rolls out a slew of new features for the device. The latest One UI software update is no exception and comes pre-installed on the Galaxy S23 series, bringing a host of new features to your phone.
With One UI 5.1, Samsung is bringing a slew of new features to its latest and greatest Galaxy smartphones, as well as adding a lot to previous Galaxy flagships. Here is the full changelog provided by
One UI 5.1 highlights
Notable changes include updates to the Gallery app. It comes with more powerful search options and new features like the ability to remaster GIFs along with your photos. And for those who prefer to use manual settings when capturing images, Samsung’s Expert RAW app is now accessible from the “Advanced” section of the camera app carousel.
Bixby also has some useful new features. Now, when you don’t want to answer the phone, Bixby Text Call will let Bixby do it for you. This feature is similar to Call Screen on Pixel phones and allows you to see live text from callers. You can use the template option to reply to both, or enter your own message to reply to the caller.
Another feature Samsung is “borrowing” from the Pixel is the new battery widget. With this widget, you can check the battery status of your phone and various connected Galaxy devices such as Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and Galaxy Watch 5.
Samsung also highlights a new collaboration with Google Meet to integrate the Samsung Notes app. This feature allows users to “share documents, edit notes, and collaborate” during a live Meet with him call.
For the Galaxy S23 series, Image Clipper allows users to take objects from photos and copy and paste them into other images. Press and hold the image to use AI to cut the subject out of the photo and separate it from the background. It hasn’t appeared on older Galaxy smartphones yet, but it’s a nice feature.
Seamless browsing across devices with Samsung Internet, Spotify suggestions, better multitasking on smartphones and DeX, and much more. You can view the full changelog below.
One UI 5.1 changelog
camera and gallery
- Quickly change the color tone of your selfie
at the top of the screen[効果]You can easily change the color tone of your selfie using the button. - Discover Expert RAW
Expert RAW allows you to take high-quality photos that are perfect for those who want full control and editing of their photos later. Expert RAW is the camera’s[その他]Now easily accessible from the menu. - more powerful search
You can now search galleries to find multiple people or subjects at the same time. You can also search for people without tagging them by name, just by tapping their face. - Enhanced image remastering
Remastering does more to make your photos look better by removing shadows and reflections. You can also remaster GIFs for better resolution and clarity. The preview has also been improved, making it easier to compare the original and the remaster. - Create a shared family album
Sharing photos with your family has never been easier. Gallery recognizes the faces of family members and recommends photos to add to your family’s shared albums. 5 GB of storage for each family member (up to 6 people). - Revamped information display
When viewing a photo or video in Gallery, swipe up to see when and where the photo was taken, which device saved it, and more. It has a simpler layout.
multitasking
- Easily minimize or switch to full screen
App windows can now be minimized or maximized without going into the options menu. Just drag one of the corners. - Split-screen access to frequently used apps
When you start split-screen view, the apps you use most often appear below the most recently used apps, so you can quickly find the apps you need. - Improved multitasking in DeX
In split screen view, you can now resize both windows by dragging the divider in the middle of the screen. You can also snap the window to one of the corners so that it takes up a quarter of your screen.
modes and routines
- Change wallpaper according to mode
Set a different wallpaper based on your current activity. Choose one wallpaper for work, one for exercise, etc. - Other actions in routine
New actions let you control Quick Share and touch sensitivity, change ringtones, change font styles, and more.
weather
- Quick access to useful information
See severe weather alerts, daily weather summary, and sunrise/sunset times at the top of the Weather app. The temperature graph now uses colors to show how the temperature changes throughout the day. - Hourly precipitation graph
Hourly graphs now show rainfall for different times of the day. - Weather widget overview
A quick overview of current weather conditions is displayed in the weather widget, letting you know if it’s sunny, cloudy, rainy or snowy.
samsung internet
- Continue browsing on another device
If you are browsing the web on your Galaxy smartphone or tablet and later open the Internet app on another Galaxy device that is signed into the same Samsung account, the button to open the last viewed web page on the other device is missing. It shows. - Search improvements
Search now includes the names of bookmark folders and tab groups. Improved search logic helps you find what you’re looking for even if it’s spelled incorrectly.
Additional changes
- Let Bixby call you
Use Bixby text calling to automatically answer calls and find out why people are calling. You can see what the caller is saying in Text Her chat and tap or type a response that will be read to the caller. Bixby text calling is only available in English and Korean. - Check your device’s battery level
With the new battery widget, you can check your device’s battery level directly from your home screen. You can check the battery level of your smartphone, Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Watch, S Pen, and other compatible devices. - Use up to 3 emojis in AR Emoji Camera
Take fun photos and videos with your friends in mask mode. You can assign a different emoji to each person’s face. - Suggestions for settings
While you’re signed in to your Samsung account, you’ll see suggestions at the top of your settings screen to help you share, connect, and enhance your experience across your Galaxy devices. - Spotify Suggestions
The Smart Suggestions widget now recommends Spotify tracks and playlists based on your current activity. Get the perfect tunes for driving, exercising and more. To see suggestions, you must be signed into your Spotify account with the latest version of the Spotify app. - Choose where to save screenshots and screen recordings
You can now change the folder where screenshots and screen recordings are saved.
1 smartphone with UI 5.1
One UI 5.1 is already available on the Galaxy S23 series and will officially debut along with the device. As for which other phones will get it, Samsung says many of the current flagship phones running One UI 5 should be eligible for his One UI 5.1. In fact, the company has already started updating many smartphones to One UI 5.1, apparently all the way back to the Galaxy S20. The update will initially roll out to Europe and Asia, with other regions likely to follow suit.
Below are the models Samsung has listed as eligible to receive One UI 5.1. Newly updated models are listed in bold.
Galaxy S series
- Samsung Galaxy S22/S22+/S22 Ultra
- Samsung Galaxy S21 FE/S21/S21+/S21 Ultra
- Samsung Galaxy S20 FE/S20/S20+/S20 Ultra
Galaxy Z series
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4/Flip4
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3/Flip3
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip/5G
galaxy note series
- Samsung Galaxy Note 20/Ultra
Samsung Galaxy A/M Series
- Samsung Galaxy A73
- Samsung Galaxy A53
- Samsung Galaxy M53
- Samsung Galaxy A33
- Samsung Galaxy A23
- Samsung Galaxy A52 5G
Samsung Galaxy Tab series
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S8/S8+/S8 Ultra
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S7/S7+
According to Samsung (opens in new tab), for most of the above models, the update has already begun to roll out worldwide. The user first started receiving the update in Europe and Asia, and now US models are receiving it as well, and his February security that started showing up on his other Samsung devices a few weeks ago. It looks like the patch has been applied as well. The Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Fold 3 also received the update shortly after the other models.
Since its announcement, One UI 5.1 has appeared on Galaxy devices in the Note 20 series, Z series, mid-range A and M series phones. The update is also rolling out to Samsung’s tablets, including the Galaxy Tab S8 series and Tab S7 series.
The new Galaxy S23 Ultra is the ultimate smartphone for photography enthusiasts, featuring a huge 200MP camera for improved clarity, zoom and low-light images. It comes with the latest in his Snapdragon chipset and a built-in S Pen, which is useful if you have artistic inclinations or just want to stay productive.
