Android 14-based One UI 6 is officially rolling out to the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Series with many changes. All the improvements to the platform include a bunch of new camera updates and optimisations for a better experience.
The update is gradually rolling out to most regions and will soon be available to everyone. It is said to improve the existing user experience further, and there is no difference this time for those eligible forAndroid 14 and One UI 6. The update brings several new features, improvements, and design changes to the company’s current-generation flagship smartphone.
One UI 6
There are a lot of changes that come with Android 14-based One UI 6 after two months of beta testing. It brings minor visual tweaks like Quick Setting and Emoji and adds new functionality to improve existing features. Many features are also added to the Google Locks Module. You should consider using those if you still need to do so to get the most out of them. The first One UI 6 comes with the October 2023 security patch.
Quick Panel
We have major visual changes with the new Quick Panel, which brings a new layout, allowing easier access to options. Also, frequently used features like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth have dedicated tabs, another Quick tool, customisable areas, and a third section for Dark Mode, Eye Comfort Shield, alongside the Brightness slider. For easier access to the Quick Panel, swipe down from the right side of the top. Otherwise, swiping once from the middle will first pull the notification, followed by the quick panel.
Gallery App
The Gallery also received a significant update: you can now save clipped images as stickers, Documents can also be scanned directly, QR Code and Text Extraction, Enhanced Story View and Editing, Hide details in stories, and a Quick Photo editing option which brings options for Portrait effect, Background Effect, Remaster, and Object Eraser which can be directly opened within the Gallery by clicking on the ‘i’ button on the bottom.
Photo Editor
The photo editor now added a few advanced options like Object Eraser and Style/Filter. Also, the ability to streamline straightening options and one-tap object cropping from photos using Lasso tools to cut objects/subjects. You can also Draw Custom Stickers using drawing tools to make stickers and Undo/Redo individual changes when editing. There is also a new Text background and style option.
Download Android 14-based One UI 6 for Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.
If your smartphone is eligible for Android 14 and One UI 6, there are a few things you need to keep an eye on before upgrading.
Pre-Requirements
Before upgrading, you should take a complete backup of your device, which you can do using the Smart Switch Program or your Samsung or Google Account. You can also backup WhatsApp messages and media and clear storage space.
Also, charge your device. It should be charged at least 20% to install the update.
Update your Galaxy S23 Ultra (SM-S918B) to the October build.
Samsung is rolling out the update via OTA; even the carrier-locked version has received the update. You can check for the new update.
Open device settings.
Go to Software Update.
If an update is available, tap Download and Install to upgrade to the latest version.
Finally, on your smartphone. After that, it will automatically download and prepare to install. Alternatively, you can use the One UI 6 Firmware to sideload on your device.
