Samsung One UI 6.1 is the latest version of Samsung’s custom Android software, based on Android 14. It was released on January 17, 2024, along with the Samsung Galaxy S24 series. One UI 6.1 brings a number of new features and improvements, especially in the areas of AI-powered camera, performance, and other functionalities.
In this article, we will give you an overview of what One UI 6.1 offers, including its release date, eligible devices, and new features.
One UI 6.1 Release Date
One UI 6.1 was released on January 17, 2024, along with the Samsung Galaxy S24 series. The Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra come with One UI 6.1 out of the box, while other eligible devices will receive the update in the coming weeks and months.
According to Samsung, the One UI 6.1 update will start rolling out to the Galaxy S23 series, S23 FE, Z Fold 5, Z Flip 5, and Tab S9 series from the end of March. Other devices will follow suit in the subsequent months, depending on the region and carrier.
One UI 6.1 Eligible Devices
One UI 6.1 is available for a range of Samsung devices, including the Galaxy S, Z, A, M, and F series. The following devices are eligible for One UI 6.1, according to the latest reports:
- Galaxy S series: S23 Ultra, S23+, S23, S23 FE, S22 Ultra, S22+, S22, S21 Ultra, S21+, S21, S21 FE, S21 FE (2023)
- Galaxy Z series: Z Fold 5, Z Flip 5, Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4, Z Fold 3, Z Flip 3
- Galaxy A series: A54, A34, A24, A53, A73, A33, A23, A72, A52s, A52 5G, A52 4G
- Galaxy M series: M54, M53 5G, M33 5G, M23
- Galaxy F series: F54, F23, F14 5G
- Galaxy Xcover series: Xcover 5 Pro, Xcover 6 Pro
- Galaxy Tab series: Tab S9 Ultra, Tab S9+, Tab S9, Tab S9 FE, Tab S9 FE+
Please note that this list is not final and Samsung may add or remove devices from the list at any time.
One UI 6.1 New Features
One UI 6.1 brings a number of new features and improvements, especially in the areas of AI-powered camera, performance, and other functionalities. Here are some of the highlights of One UI 6.1:
One UI 6.1 includes a number of AI-powered camera enhancements, such as:
- Improved scene recognition: One UI 6.1 can recognize more scenes and scenarios, and adjust the camera settings accordingly for the best results.
- Object tracking: One UI 6.1 can track moving objects and keep them in focus, even when they move out of the frame or behind other objects.
- Portrait mode: One UI 6.1 can create more natural and realistic portraits, with better edge detection, bokeh effect, and lighting.
One UI 6.1 also includes a number of AI-powered performance optimizations, such as:
- Improved battery life: One UI 6.1 can optimize the battery usage based on your usage patterns and preferences, and extend the battery life of your device.
- Improved app launch times: One UI 6.1 can predict which apps you are likely to use next, and preload them in the background for faster launch times.
- Battery protection: One UI 6.1 can protect your battery from overcharging and overheating, and extend its lifespan.
Samsung also introduces some new AI-powered features in One UI 6.1, such as:
- AI-powered translation: One UI 6.1 can translate text and speech in real-time, and support live translation during phone calls, messages, and other apps.
- AI-powered voice assistants: One UI 6.1 can integrate with various voice assistants, such as Bixby, Google Assistant, and Alexa, and offer more seamless and personalized voice interactions.
- AI-generated wallpapers: One UI 6.1 can generate unique and customized wallpapers for your device, based on your preferences and mood.
One UI 6.1 also brings some other new features and improvements, such as:
- New lock screen and Always On Display: One UI 6.1 brings a new design and layout for the lock screen and Always On Display, with more customization options and integration with the wallpaper and widgets.
- Simplified icon labels: One UI 6.1 simplifies the icon labels on the home screen and app drawer, by removing the “Galaxy” and “Samsung” prefixes from some app names, and limiting them to a single line.
- Drag and drop with two hands: One UI 6.1 enables you to drag and drop app icons and widgets on the home screen with one hand, and use the other hand to navigate to the screen where you want to drop them.
- Enhanced layout for notifications: One UI 6.1 enhances the layout for notifications, by displaying each notification as a separate card, and using more vivid and full-color icons for each app.
- New DeX for tablets: One UI 6.1 introduces a new DeX mode for tablets, which lets you switch between DeX mode and tablet mode with the same home screen layout, and support both landscape and portrait orientations.
Samsung One UI 6.1 is the latest version of Samsung’s custom Android software, based on Android 14. It was released on January 17, 2024, along with the Samsung Galaxy S24 series. One UI 6.1 brings a number of new features and improvements, especially in the areas of AI-powered camera, performance, and other functionalities. We hope this article gave you an overview of what One UI 6.1 offers, and we will keep you updated with more information as it becomes available.
