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Samsung One UI 2.5: Latest news, Eligible devices, and Features
NEW SOFTWARE UPDATE POLICY: Samsung confirms three major OS updates for the flagship devices launched with Android 9 or later.
Samsung has started rolling out the One UI 2.5 update to its flagship smartphones. It comes with a bunch of very useful features, we will soon cover all of them in our review.
You’ll be getting the One UI 2.5 update too but don’t expect any massive new features though this is very much an incremental update over One UI 2.1. In this article, we will cover everything about Samsung’s One UI 2.5 update.
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Samsung One UI 2.5 device list: DECEMBER 17, 2020
- Galaxy S20
- Galaxy S20 5G
- Galaxy S20+
- Galaxy S20+ 5G
- Galaxy S20 Ultra
- Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G
- Galaxy Note 10
- Galaxy Note 10 5G
- Galaxy Note 10+
- Galaxy Note 10+ 5G
- Galaxy S10e
- Galaxy S10
- Galaxy S10 5G
- Galaxy S10+
- Galaxy S10e
- Galaxy Note 10 Lite
- Galaxy S10 Lite
- Galaxy Z Flip
- Galaxy Tab S6
- Galaxy Tab S5e
- Galaxy Z Flip 5G
- Galaxy Fold
- Galaxy Fold 5G
- Galaxy S9
- Galaxy S9+
- Galaxy Note 9
- Galaxy A71
- Galaxy A51
- Galaxy M31
- Galaxy M21
- Galaxy M31s
- Galaxy A50s
- Galaxy A70
- Galaxy A71 5G
- Galaxy M51
- Galaxy A31
- Galaxy A50
- Galaxy A90
LATEST NEWS:
[DECEMBER 17, 2020]
- [UPDATE: Galaxy A50 and A90 too] One UI 2.5 now rolling out to the Galaxy M51, A31, A71 5G, and A50s
[DECEMBER 06, 2020]
[NOVEMBER 30, 2020]
[NOVEMBER 21, 2020]
[NOVEMBER 17, 2020]
- [UPDATE: Galaxy A50s too] One UI 2.5 is now rolling out to the Galaxy M31s
- T-Mobile rolling out One UI 2.5 to the Galaxy S9, S9+, and Note 9
[NOVEMBER 09, 2020]
[NOVEMBER 06, 2020]
- Samsung Galaxy M31 and M21 getting One UI 2.5 with some new features and improved camera
- Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is finally getting One UI 2.5 with October 2020 security patch [Updated]
- One UI 2.5 is now rolling out to the Galaxy Note 9 in Egypt, Italy, Portugal, and Romania
- Unlocked Galaxy Fold users in the US are getting the One UI 2.5 update
- Galaxy S9 series users are now getting the One UI 2.5 update in the UK, Serbia, and the Netherlands
- The Galaxy A71 users are getting One UI 2.5 update in Argentina
- Galaxy Note 9 and Galaxy S9 series is getting One UI 2.5 update in South Korea.
[OCTOBER 31, 2020]
- Samsung Galaxy A70s is getting One UI 2.5 update in India.
- Galaxy A71 is getting One UI 2.5 update in Malaysia.
- Galaxy Note 9 is getting One UI 2.5 update in Libya.
- Samsung Galaxy Note 9 users are getting the One UI 2.5 update in India.
- Galaxy A51 is getting One UI 2.5 update in several regions.
- The Galaxy A51 users are not getting One UI 2.5 update is in Kenya.
- The Galaxy S9 series users receiving the One UI 2.5 update in India, Romania, and the Philippines.
- The Galaxy A71 users are receiving the One UI 2.5 software in African countries.
[OCTOBER 23, 2020]
- Samsung Galaxy Note 9 and S9 series are getting One UI 2.5 in the US
- T-Mobile releases One UI 2.5 for the Galaxy A71 5G
- The Galaxy Note 10+ 5G is getting One UI 2.5 in Australia
- Verizon is rolling out the One UI 2.5 update to the Galaxy A71 5G UW
[OCTOBER 19, 2020]
- Samsung Galaxy A51 is receiving the One UI 2.5 with October 2020 security patch
- Galaxy S9 and S9+ getting the last major feature update with One UI 2.5, brings Wireless DeX and more
- Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is finally getting One UI 2.5 with October 2020 security patch [Updated]
[OCTOBER 14, 2020]
- Galaxy A71 is getting the One UI 2.5 with new features and October 2020 patch
- T-Mobile rolling out One UI 2.5 to the Galaxy S10 series
[SEPTEMBER 19, 2020]
- Samsung One UI 2.5 Emoji Changelog: All of the 116 new emojis in One UI 2.5 are based on Emoji 13.0
- One UI 2.5 brings ‘Live Caption’ feature for Galaxy S10 and Note 10 series, here’s how to enable and use it
- Galaxy S9, S9+, and Fold to get the One UI 2.5 update in October
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 is getting the One UI 2.5 update
[SEPTEMBER 08, 2020]
- Galaxy S9 is getting the September 2020 security patch without One UI 2.5
- How to download and install One UI 2.5 on Samsung Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Note 10 [International Variants]
- Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite is now receiving the One UI 2.5 with September 2020 security patch
- Samsung Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy S10 One UI 2.5 Update: Complete Changelog
- Galaxy Note 10 series has started receiving the One UI 2.5 update
- Samsung rolling out the One UI 2.5 with September 2020 security patch to the Galaxy S10 series
[AUGUST 29, 2020]
- Samsung is working on the One UI 2.5 update for the Galaxy S9, S9+, and Note 9
- Download One UI 2.5 Port for the Exynos 7870-powered Samsung Galaxy phones
- [Update: Three, Vodafone, and O2 UK] T-Mobile is rolling out the One UI 2.5 to the Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra
- [Update: Now available widely] Galaxy S20 series is getting new features with One UI 2.5 update
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip LTE is now receiving the One UI 2.5 update in the US
NOTE: Above devices are now confirmed by Samsung to receive the One UI 2.5 update. For other Galaxy devices, Samsung is still committed to providing the latest update until the hardware specifications allow it to provide the optimized mobile experience for the users. The One UI 2.5 features may vary by device.
This is kind of good news for the Galaxy Note 9 and Galaxy S9 series users, which will be the last big software update for the flagships of 2018.
ALSO READ: Here’s the list of eligible Samsung devices that will get the One UI 3.0/Android 11
SAMSUNG ONE UI 2.5 FEATURES:
The latest version of Samsung’s One UI 2.5 software is still based on Google’s Android 10. It adds support for Android 10’s gesture navigation with third-party launchers. It also includes improved camera features, Audio Bookmark, the ability to write on PDF files, and enhanced Samsung DeX.
1. Improved Camera
It has a Pro Video camera mode. With Pro Video mode, you can produce high-fidelity videos. If you want to give your videos a cinematic look, all you need to do is shoot in 8K with a 24fps frame rate. With the option to record footage in the 21:9 aspect ratio, you can capture more of your experiences.
To produce pro-grade videos, audio quality is as important as the visuals. Pro Video mode on the Galaxy device gives you the ability to control the smartphone’s mic direction, so you can pick up specific sounds when you shoot. When paired with the Galaxy Buds line-up, you can use the earbuds as a pro-style lavalier microphone to minimize background noise and record crystal-clear audio.
2. Samsung Notes
Samsung Notes now have an Audio Bookmarks. With Audio Bookmark, you can synchronize your notes with audio recordings of lectures or meetings. When you review your notes, you can simply select a section of what you wrote to play back the corresponding audio. Alternatively, you can scroll through audio recordings to see the matching notes.
The updated Samsung Notes also lets you import and write on PDF files, making it simpler for you to review and revise documents on-the-go.
When you are working with multiple devices, Samsung Notes’ Auto save & sync function keeps you in the flow by letting you quickly access notes across your eligible Galaxy device, tablet, and PC. With a new template and background color options available, as well as the ability to add handwritten text to typed documents, Samsung Notes can help you work more efficiently, no matter your style.
3. Samsung DeX
– Wireless DeX connection support.
– Wireless connection with TVs through Wi-Fi Direct (compatible with Miracast).
– Quick panel – DeX
– Usage of Samsung Smart TVs released after 2019 is recommended.
– Screen Zoom and Font Size options are supported to allow customization in various display sizes.
By tapping on the Samsung DeX icon in the quick panel, you can now connect your device to a Smart TV wirelessly and instantly enjoy more space to work and play.
Samsung DeX also lets you use the Galaxy device as a touchpad to control the second display with multi-finger gestures. Simply swipe up with three fingers to see recently opened apps, down to return to the home screen, or left or right to switch between apps.
4. Connectivity
Enjoy advanced Wi-Fi connectivity with the latest update. You can easily share the password of the Wi-Fi you are connected to with nearby Galaxy devices that are in your contact list. The new Wi-Fi feature will also show you the speed of the connections in your surroundings, so you can quickly find the one that suits your needs.
5. Samsung Reminders
With the updated Reminder app, you can preset time and location for upcoming meetings and tasks.
6. Always On Display
Bitmoji Stickers are supported on Always On Display. (Clock style)
7. Samsung keyboard
A new feature has been added to the keyboard search feature that allows the user to search YouTube. Split Keyboard is supported on Landscape mode. The search function of the “Manage Input Languages” screen in the Keyboard Settings page has been newly updated to make it easy to find keyboard input languages that the user wishes to add or delete.
8. Messages
A feature has been added that allows the user to call a person who is saved as a pre-configured SOS message contact. A feature has been added that allows the user to send SOS location-sharing messages every 30 minutes for 24 hours.
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