One UI is the user interface developed by Samsung Electronics for its cell phones and tablets, and the most recent update of version 6.1, designed to promote the democratization of mobile artificial intelligence, will unfortunately leave out a long list of devices that make part of the Galaxy family.
Let us remember that this interface is designed to simplify and facilitate user interaction with devicesoffering a more intuitive and customizable user experience.
Besides, is based on the operating system Android and focuses on improving usability, especially when using the phone with one hand, and providing a consistent and pleasing aesthetic throughout the system and applications.
Samsung Galaxy models who will not receive the One UI 6.1 updateas recently revealed by the specialized portal Gizmochina, are:
- Galaxy S20 series.
- Galaxy S10 series.
- Galaxy S9 series.
- Galaxy A12.
- Galaxy A32 (4G and 5G).
- Galaxy A03 / A03s / A03 Core.
- Galaxy A12 / A12 Nacho.
- Galaxy A22/A22 5G.
- Galaxy A32 / A32 5G.
- Galaxy A02/A02s.
- Galaxy M04.
- Galaxy M52 5G.
- Galaxy M21 (2021).
- Galaxy M32.
- Galaxy M42.
- Galaxy M12.
- Galaxy M62.
- Galaxy M02s.
- Galaxy M02.
- Galaxy F04.
- Galaxy F42 5G.
- Galaxy F22.
- Galaxy F52 5G.
- Galaxy F12.
- Galaxy F02s.
- Galaxy F62.
- Galaxy Z Fold 2.
- Galaxy Z Flip 2.
- Galaxy Z Fold.
- Galaxy Z Flip.
Likewise, it was specified that any device released before 2021including tablets and the Galaxy Xcover series, will also be excluded from this update.
The decision not to provide the update to One UI 6.1 for these models could be linked to the usual cycle of support and updates that Samsung usually maintainslimiting new versions of its operating system to the most recent or highest-end devices.
This not only affects the availability of new features such as the announced Galaxy AI, but also UI and security improvements that come with software updates.
This may include battery management improvementssecurity, and possibly new features related to artificial intelligence and personalization.
Recall that the Galaxy AI functions, initially launched in the Samsung Galaxy S24 series, began to be deployed since last March on all models of the series that were launched in 2023as was the case of Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 FE, Galaxy Z Fold5, Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Tab S9.
However, Samsung also confirmed that there is another batch of devices who will receive the aforementioned updateas they are:
- Galaxy S22.
- Galaxy S22+.
- Galaxy S22 Ultra.
- Galaxy Z Fold 4.
- Galaxy Z Flip 4.
- Galaxy Tab S8.
- Galaxy Tab S8+.
- Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra.
Since the release of One UI 6.1, the company has seen significant user interest, with 8.8 million downloads of the update that activates advanced AI functions.
Samsung aims that, towards the end of 2024, more than 100 million global users are taking advantage of these tools on your Galaxy devices. This endeavor not only underscores the company’s commitment to innovation, but also its vision for diverse and technologically enriched futures.
The AI features most celebrated by users include Live Translate, Live Transcribe, Chat Assist and Circle to Search, developed in collaboration with Google. These tools, focused on improving communication and efficiency in everyday tasks, have found particular appreciation among owners of devices such as the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy S23 Ultra, with high adoption rates in Europe.
