The Galaxy S23 lineup formally launches on Friday, Feb. 17 with loads of new options in tow. 

However in terms of a few of the software-specific options, not all of them will likely be unique to the S23 collection of telephones. Samsung simply introduced that One UI 5.1 is beginning to roll out to the Galaxy S22, S21, and S20 collection, together with the Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4. 

One UI 5.1 will begin rolling out for the Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 within the “coming weeks.” 

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I simply checked for an accessible replace on my Galaxy S22 Extremely and nothing was discovered. It is at present on the January 1, 2023 safety replace operating Android 12 and One UI 4.1. 

One UI 5 is predicated on Android 13, so along with getting all the new Samsung-specific options which can be included in One UI 5.1, these units just like the S22 — that are nonetheless on Android 12 — may even acquire Android 13 and all of its options and enhancements. 

As for the particular set of options that One UI 5.1 brings to Samsung’s units, you may anticipate to have entry to a brand new Knowledgeable RAW function within the digicam app, providing you with extra management over the ultimate product when taking footage. 

There are additionally enhancements to the personalization expertise on Samsung’s telephones, together with a brand new dynamic climate widget that adjustments primarily based on present climate situations. Samsung additionally enhanced the Spotify widget to make playlist suggestions primarily based in your present exercise (driving, enjoyable, and many others.)

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Lastly, after updating to One UI 5.1, your Samsung units will proceed to work higher collectively. Extra particularly, meaning you’ll use the Multi Management function that lets you use a Galaxy Guide’s trackpad to regulate your smartphone or pill, or copy and paste data between the units. 

Once more, the One UI 5.1 replace is beginning to roll out right this moment for the S22, S21 and S20 collection, together with the Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4. The precise timing of the replace reaching your telephone will differ, together with your wi-fi provider figuring out when it is actually accessible so that you can set up.