Samsung One UI 6.1 Update Rolls Out to Older Galaxy Phones with Select AI Features

Highlights Samsung One UI 6.1 update extends to older Galaxy devices including S22 and S21 series. Not all Galaxy AI features will be supported on older models due to hardware limitations. Generative Edit and Instant Slow-mo features excluded from the update for flagship models. Update expected to reach Galaxy Tab S8 lineup and further regions soon. Samsung’s new AI features, branded as Galaxy AI, came out through Samsung's One UI 6.1 software that debuted on the Galaxy S24. It unleashed a bunch of nice AI-powered features such as Live Translation, Generative Edit, Chat Assist, among others. In late March, Samsung introduced One UI 6.1 and Galaxy AI to Samsung's 2023 flagships—Galaxy S23, Z Fold 5, and Flip 5. S22 and S21 One UI 6.1 rollout is starting in Korea 👀‼️🥳🥳 Told you it would be this week Tomorrow for Canada 😎 pic.twitter.com/Z4c9MWrySC — CID (@theonecid) May 2, 2024 Now as per reports on Twitter, the 2.8GB software update has finally started rolling in Korea for the older Samsung phones. These include the Galaxy S22, Galaxy S21, Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 4, and Galaxy Z Flip 3. Samsung announced that One UI 6.1 will be coming in May for the Galaxy S22 and Fold 4, but the company went ahead to release the update for its 2021 flagship Galaxy phones and foldables as well. Not All AI Features Coming to Older Galaxy Phones Samsung One UI 6.1 Update Rolls Out to Older Galaxy Phones with Select AI Features This means, unfortunately, that as much as one could put bells and whistles on them, these are older devices with hardware limitations that will not be able to support the full range of Galaxy AI features. Samsung confirms that features like Generative Edit and Instant Slow-mo won't hit flagship devices like the S22. Although there has been no sign of the update being in Europe for users to download, Samsung is very fast with these kinds of releases, so it should not take much time before this happens. Samsung One UI 6.1 update extends to older Galaxy devices including S22 and S21 series. According to Samsung's schedule, the same One UI 6.1 build should reach the Galaxy Tab S8 lineup this May, but the firmware is still not live at the moment. To see if you are getting the release, you first need to log in with your Samsung account before you can start using Galaxy AI on your phone. Most of the features also require active internet access to work properly. Generative Edit and Instant Slow-mo features excluded from the update for flagship models Depending on your region, download the appropriate language pack for Galaxy AI by going to Settings → General management → Language → Language packs. FAQs What is Samsung One UI 6.1? Samsung One UI 6.1 is the latest interface update that incorporates new AI-driven features. It was initially launched with the Galaxy S24 and is now expanding to older flagship models including the Galaxy S23, Z Fold 5, and Flip 5. Which older Samsung models are receiving the One UI 6.1 update? The One UI 6.1 update is being released for older Samsung models such as the Galaxy S22, S21, Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 4, and Galaxy Z Flip 3. Are all Galaxy AI features available on older Samsung models with the One UI 6.1 update? Due to hardware constraints, not every new feature of Galaxy AI will be available on older models. Notably, features like Generative Edit and Instant Slow-mo are excluded from these devices. When can Samsung users in Europe expect the One UI 6.1 update? While there's no confirmed release date yet for Europe, Samsung typically rolls out updates swiftly, suggesting that European users should receive it soon. Samsung Galaxy Ultra 5G Key Specifications Display & Storage RAM 8 GB Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Rear Camera 200 MP + 12 MP + 10 MP + 10 MP Front Camera 12 MP Battery 5000 mAh Display 6.8 inches (17.27 cm) General Launch Date February 1, 2023 (Unofficial) Operating System Android v13 Custom UI Samsung One UI Performance Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 CPU Octa core (3.2 GHz, Single core, Cortex X3 + 2.8 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A715 + 2 GHz, Tri core, Cortex A510) Architecture 64 bit Fabrication 4 nm Graphics Adreno 740 RAM 8 GB RAM Type LPDDR5X Display Display Type Dynamic AMOLED Screen Size 6.8 inches (17.27 cm) Resolution 1440 x 3088 pixels Pixel Density 501 ppi Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) 89.99 % Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass, Glass Victus Bezel-less display Yes with punch-hole display Touch Screen Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen Brightness 1750 nits HDR 10 / HDR+ support Yes, HDR 10+ Refresh Rate 120 Hz Design Height 163.4 mm Compare Size Width 78.1 mm Thickness 8.9 mm Weight 223 grams Build Material Back: Gorilla Glass Colours Green Waterproof Yes, Water resistant (up to 30 minutes in a depth of 1.5 meter), IP68 Ruggedness Dust proof Camera MAIN CAMERA Camera Setup Quad Resolution 200 MP f/1.7, Wide Angle, Primary Camera(23 mm focal length, 1.31″ sensor size, 0.6µm pixel size)12 MP f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera(13 mm focal length, 2.55″ sensor size, 1.4µm pixel size)10 MP f/2.4, Telephoto Camera(70 mm focal length, 3.52″ sensor size, 1.12µm pixel size)10 MP f/4.9(230 mm focal length) Sensor ISO-CELL Autofocus Yes OIS Yes Flash Yes, LED Flash Image Resolution 14500 x 13650 Pixels Settings Exposure compensation, ISO control Shooting Modes Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) Camera Features Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus Video Recording 7680×4320 @ 24 fps 3840×2160 @ 30 fps 1920×1080 @ 30 fps FRONT CAMERA Camera Setup Single Resolution 12 MP f/2.2, Wide Angle, Primary Camera(25 mm focal length) Autofocus Yes, Phase Detection autofocus Video Recording 3840×2160 @ 30 fps 1920×1080 @ 30 fps Battery Capacity 5000 mAh Type Li-Polymer Removable No Wireless Charging Yes Quick Charging Yes, Fast, 45W USB Type-C Yes Storage Internal Memory 256 GB Expandable Memory No Storage Type UFS 4.0 USB OTG Yes Network & Connectivity SIM Slot(s) Dual SIM, GSM+GSM SIM Size SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano Network Support 5G Not Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G VoLTE Yes SIM 1 4G Bands: TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) / 1900(band 39)FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 2600(band 7) / 900(band 8) / 700(band 28) / 1900(band 2) / 1700(band 4) / 850(band 5) / 850(band 18) / 850(band 19) / 1900(band 25) / 850(band 26) 3G Bands: UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz 2G Bands: GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz GPRS: Available EDGE: Available SIM 2 4G Bands: TD-LTE 2600(band 38) / 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41) / 1900(band 39)FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 2600(band 7) / 900(band 8) / 700(band 28) / 1900(band 2) / 1700(band 4) / 850(band 5) / 850(band 18) / 850(band 19) / 1900(band 25) / 850(band 26) 3G Bands: UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz 2G Bands: GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz GPRS: Available EDGE: Available Wi-Fi Yes, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) 5GHz Wi-Fi Features Mobile Hotspot Bluetooth Yes, v5.3 GPS Yes with A-GPS, Glonass NFC Yes USB Connectivity Mass storage device, USB charging Multimedia FM Radio No Loudspeaker Yes Audio Jack USB Type-C Sensors Fingerprint Sensor Yes Fingerprint Sensor Position On-screen Fingerprint Sensor Type Ultrasonic Other Sensors Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope Samsung Galaxy S22 Key Specifications Key Specs RAM 8 GB Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Rear Camera 50 MP + 12 MP + 10 MP Front Camera 10 MP Battery 3700 mAh Display 6.1 inches (15.49 cm) General Launch Date February 25, 2022 (Official) Operating System Android v12 Custom UI Samsung One UI Performance Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 CPU Octa core (3 GHz, Single core, Cortex X2 + 2.4 GHz, Tri core, Cortex A710 + 1.7 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A510) Architecture 64 bit Fabrication 4 nm Graphics Adreno 730 RAM 8 GB Best in Class RAM Type LPDDR5 Display Display Type Dynamic AMOLED Screen Size 6.1 inches (15.49 cm) Resolution 1080 x 2340 pixels Aspect Ratio 19.5:9 Pixel Density 422 ppi Best in Class Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) 88.42 % Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass, Glass Victus Bezel-less display Yes with punch-hole display Touch Screen Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch Brightness 1300 nits HDR 10 / HDR+ support Yes, HDR 10+ Refresh Rate 120 Hz Design Height 146 mm Compare Size Width 70.6 mm Thickness 7.6 mm Very Good Weight 167 grams Good Build Material Back: Gorilla Glass Colours Green, Pink, Phantom White, Phantom Black Waterproof Yes, Water resistant (up to 30 minutes in a depth of 1.5 meter), IP68 Ruggedness Dust proof Camera MAIN CAMERA Camera Setup Triple Resolution 50 MP f/1.8, Wide Angle (85° field-of-view), Primary Camera(24 mm focal length, 1.56″ sensor size, 1µm pixel size)12 MP f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera(13 mm focal length, 2.55″ sensor size, 1.4µm pixel size)10 MP f/2.4, Telephoto Camera(70 mm focal length, 3.9″ sensor size, 1µm pixel size) Sensor ISO-CELL Autofocus Yes, Phase Detection autofocus, Dual Pixel autofocus OIS Yes Flash Yes, LED Flash Image Resolution 8150 x 6150 Pixels Settings Exposure compensation, ISO control Shooting Modes Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) Camera Features Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus Video Recording 7680×4320 @ 24 fps 3840×2160 @ 30 fps 1920×1080 @ 60 fps 1280×720 @ 960 fps FRONT CAMERA Camera Setup Single Resolution 10 MP f/2.2, Wide Angle, Primary Camera(26 mm focal length, 3.2″ sensor size, 1.22µm pixel size) Autofocus Yes, Dual Pixel autofocus Video Recording 3840×2160 @ 30 fps 1920×1080 @ 30 fps Battery Capacity 3700 mAh Type Li-ion Removable No TalkTime Up to 29 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2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 2600(band 7) / 900(band 8) / 700(band 28) / 1900(band 2) / 1700(band 4) / 850(band 5) / 700(band 13) / 700(band 17) / 850(band 18) / 850(band 19) / 800(band 20) / 1900(band 25) / 850(band 26) 3G Bands: UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz 2G Bands: GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz GPRS: Available EDGE: Available Wi-Fi Yes, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) 5GHz, MIMO Wi-Fi Features Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot Bluetooth Yes, v5.2 GPS Yes with A-GPS, Glonass NFC Yes USB Connectivity Mass storage device, USB charging Multimedia FM Radio No Loudspeaker Yes Audio Jack USB Type-C Sensors Fingerprint Sensor Yes Fingerprint Sensor Position On-screen Fingerprint Sensor Type Ultrasonic Other Sensors Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Barometer, Compass, Gyroscope Also Read: Samsung Is Introducing a New Battery Protection Feature in the One UI 6.1 Update Also Read: One UI 6.1: All You Need To Know About Samsung’s Next AI Frontier