Samsung, the South Korean tech maker, recently unveiled its latest Galaxy S25 series flagship devices with the Android 15 based One UI 7 custom skin onboard, however, as per recent updates, the official version for other previous Galaxy smartphone models are said to be delayed and will likely only be rolled out by the end of next month onwards. Amidst this, a new One UI 7 build has been uploaded on the brand’s official server for last year’s Galaxy S24 series models.

Here’s more about it.

New One UI 7 Build for Galaxy S24 Series Updated on Server – ‘BYA6’

As per what has been shared, from the ‘BYA4’ build, the brand’s official server has been updated with the ‘BYA6’ One UI 7 build for the Galaxy S24 series. Its build version is mentioned to be ‘S928NKSU4BYA6/ S928NOKR4BYA6/ S928NKSU4BYA6’.

Speaking more, it has already been revealed that there will be one more beta update (One UI 7 beta 4 update) for the Galaxy S24 series before the official version gets rolled out, and it will be announced or informed to users via the Samsung Members app.

Also, according to what was revealed officially in a press release, Samsung plans to polish its One UI 7 custom skin with the feedback received via the beta program, and the official version is thus expected to be only made available from the end of February 2025, or in March 2025, if everything turns out right. To add, it will be first rolled out to the Galaxy S series flagship models, and later to the other series devices.

Stay tuned for more tech updates.

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Recently Samsung released a January 2025 update for the Galaxy S24 series in Canada while a second January 2025 update was rolled out for the Galaxy S24 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip 6 in Korea. Well, the brand has now released January 2025 update for Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Ultra smartphones in India.

Galaxy S24 & Galaxy S24 Ultra- January 2025 Update

The update is based on One UI 6.1 and Android 14. It includes the January 2025 security patch level that improves the security of the device.

For Galaxy S24 the update arrives with firmware version S921BXXS5AYA1/S921BOXM5AYA1/S921BXXS5AYA1 and the size of the update is 297.88MB.

For Galaxy S24 Ultra the update arrives with firmware version S928BXXS4AYA1/S928BOXM4AYA1/S928BXXS4AYA1 and the size of the update is 460.23MB.

Yesterday Samsung officially unveiled its all-new Galaxy S25 series at the Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event. The devices in this series run on One UI 7. While recently Samsung has revealed that the One UI 7 official version will be released in Q1, 2025 and it will be first rolled out to the Galaxy S series (likely the Galaxy S24 series). Galaxy S24 series is yet to receive One UI 7 Beta 4 update as revealed by official beta moderators earlier.

Stay tuned with The Tech Outlook for more updates.

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Yes, the day has come, and now OnePlus has officially announced the rollout of the stable version of OxygenOS 15 for Nord CE 3 Lite users. However, it is disappointing that no AI features are being introduced to the Nord CE 3 Lite at this time. Hopefully, OnePlus will release a future update with those features.

Apart from this, the OxygenOS 15.0.0.400 update introduces luminous UI rendering, Live Alerts with improved interaction, and advanced window management, including Floating Window and Split View gestures. Connectivity improvements include OnePlus Share for iOS file transfer, while battery features such as charging limit aim to protect the device’s longevity. Privacy has been enhanced with a dedicated hidden apps folder, and unique touches, like an Easter egg in the Calculator app, reflect OnePlus’ playful “Never Settle” philosophy.

Currently, the firmware version CPH2467_15.0.0.400(EX01) is being rolled out exclusively in the Indian region. However, it is expected to be available in other regions soon. The size of the update is currently unknown, but if we recall, the closed beta was around 3.34GB, so the stable version might be of a similar size. During the closed beta, there were some issues with Live Alerts, such as notification thumbnails not aligning properly with the text. Thankfully, this issue has now been resolved.

Changelog

Luminous rendering effects

• Optimises the rounded corner design by standardising its specifications and extending the application of a continuous curvature.

Live Alerts

• Adds a new Live Alerts design that is focused on the visualisation of information, offering better information display efficiency. Live Alerts is also positioned in the centre, creating a more balanced display.
• Optimises the way you interact with Live Alerts capsules – just tap a capsule and see it expand into a card. You can quickly switch between multiple live activities simply by swiping left or right on the capsules in the status bar, making it more efficient to view information.

Floating Window and Split View

• Introduces new Floating Window gestures: pulling down a notification banner to bring up a floating window, pulling down a floating window for full screen display, swiping up to close a floating window and swiping to a side to hide a floating window.
• Introduces resizable Split View windows. Simply drag the divider to resize the window not fully displayed for a larger display area. You can also achieve this by tapping the window.

Notifications & Quick Settings

• Adds the Split mode for the notification drawer and Quick Settings. Swipe down from the upper-left to open the notification drawer, swipe down from the upper-right for Quick Settings and swipe left or right to switch between them.
• Redesigns Quick Settings with an optimised layout that offers more appealing and consistent visuals and more refined and rich animations.

OnePlus Share

• The new file transfer capability with iOS devices, easily connecting and sharing files through OnePlus Share.

Battery & charging

• Introduces Charging limit to stop charging at 80% to extend battery lifespan and slow down degradation.
• Introduces battery protection reminder to turn on Charging limit when your device is connected to a charger for too long

More

• Introduces exclusive OxygenOS Always-On Displays and Lock screen clock styles.
• Introduces the new Home screen clock widget that can be resized to your preference.
• Plants a 1+ easter egg in Calculator to be displayed when punching in 1+= as a show of OnePlus’ Never Settle philosophy.
• Optimises your multitasking experience by navigating you to the last used app once you enter the recent tasks view, making app switching more convenient.
• Optimises the Drawer mode by retaining the Home screen app layout when you enter Drawer mode for the first time.

Privacy protection

• Introduces a new Home screen entry for hidden apps. You can tap the Hidden apps folder on the Home screen and verify your privacy password to see the apps.

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Earlier, at the beginning of January 2025, OnePlus rolled out OxygenOS 15.0.0.501 for the OnePlus 12, which introduced the BeaconLink app. Now, this same BeaconLink app is being brought to OnePlus 12R users through the OxygenOS 15.0.0.500 update. Currently, this update is limited to India, but it is expected to be expanded to other regions soon.

Other additions in this update include the Touch to Share feature, which supports iOS devices, and the January 2025 security patch. It’s worth noting that this is the second update for the OnePlus 12R this month. The first update, rolled out earlier this month, brought several AI features but did not include the January 2025 security patch. This new update now addresses that by adding the security patch.

If you’re in India, look for the firmware version CPH2585_15.0.0.500 for this update. There have been no reports of any issues with this new update so far.

Changelog

Interconnection

• Adds a Touch to share feature that supports iOS devices. You can share photos and files with a touch.
• Adds BeaconLink, an app that allows you to call nearby people even if you don’t have an internet connection or mobile signal.

System

• Improves system stability.
• Integrates the January 2025 Android security patch to enhance system security.

How to access BeaconLink?

• Navigate to Settings
  Go to Settings > Mobile network > BeaconLink.
• Set Up Your Display Name and Preferences
  Enter your display name and adjust your calling preferences.
• Enable Required Features
  Ensure that Bluetooth, Quick Connect, and Interconnect Security Services are turned on.
• Grant Necessary Permissions
  The feature requires the following permissions:
  • Phone
  • Notifications
  • Contacts
  • Bluetooth access

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Last year in October, Honor officially unveiled its MagicOS 9.0 custom skin in China while in November 2024 the company started the rollout of the public beta version of MagicOS 9.0 for Honor devices in China. The smartphone brand has now officially announced that Honor 100/90/80 series devices have started to upgrade to the official version of MagicOS 9.0 in China.

There are a total 9 models that will receive this upgrade- Honor 100 Pro, Honor 100, Honor 90 Pro, Honor 90, Honor 90 GT, Honor 80 Pro Straight screen edition, Honor 80 Pro, Honor 80 GT, and Honor 80. The users of these devices can head to Settings> System and Updates> Software update> Top right corner> Upgrade to try out a new version.

MagicOS 9.0: Features

some of the AI productivity and personalized features associated with the custom skin, the AI YOYO Agent personalized assistant to assist users in day-to-day tasks, AI Honor Anydoor circle to search feature, AI Smart Capsules for one-glance real-time information, AI Notes to generate video or conference minutes, AI Documents to assist in efficient reading and writing, AI Translate for accurate translation, AI Magic Photo Editor, AI Search for personalized Q&A search, AI Intelligent Body Ecosystem – smart sports coach, and the AI Intuitive Interactive Animation Engine are offered to users.

AI Full-Stack Vulkan Graphics Engine reduces power consumption by 11% and increases rendering speed by 40%. The AI Predictive Scheduling Engine offers the best average frame rate of 119.9 FPS and 0% jitter rate. On the security side, the AI Face Swap Detection allows users to find fake videos with one click identification. With the AI Multi-Network Integration, messages and calls from both the work phone and personal phone can be intelligently transferred to the smartwatch. AI Cross Device Security Collaboration and AI Car/Home Space Ecological Sharing are further cross-device or inter-connectivity features.

Speaking of some of the customization and personalization features, AI Honor Digital Human can be customized as per user interest, the AI Magic Lock Screen with many lock screen styles is present, and AI Desktop offers multiple options to customize the device theme. Recently the brand has also upgraded the content of this custom skin with features like motion sickness relief display, Yagu portrait photography, telephoto photography effect optimization, Nezha watermak, magic lock screen, face recognition in parallel space, optimized display of status bar icons and control center Bluetooth connection optimization.

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The OnePlus 11 is gearing up for a new update—its first since the stable OxygenOS 15 rollout began. Initially rolled out in the Indian region, the update later expanded to EU and NA markets. Although OnePlus introduced some AI features like the Circle Search during the stable update rollout, certain features were missing.

With the latest OxygenOS 15.0.0.401 update, users will now gain access to AI Check, AI Rewrite, and AI Reply functionalities. Additionally, the update includes several bug fixes and integrates the December 2024 Android security patch.

Currently, the rollout is exclusive to India, with other regions expected to follow soon. The update size is approximately 900MB, and the rollout in India is expected to be completed within a week or two.

Post-update, a user reported an issue with the Flux theme, citing that the colours appear faded. A screenshot accompanying their feedback highlights the problem. If you encounter similar or other issues, you can submit feedback by dialing *#800# and selecting the bug report option.

Changelog

Integrated AI features

• Introduces the AI Reply feature to recommend replies based on the chat context with support for diverse language styles, making the responses more natural.
• Introduces the AI check feature to check grammar, spelling, typos, punctuation, and more, for effortless and accurate writing.
• Introduces the AI rewrite feature to extend, shorten, expand, and edit your text and modify the style for more efficient and inspired writing.

Camera

• Adds Fresh, Emerald, and Clear film filters to Photo mode and Portrait mode.

System

• Improves system stability for some scenarios.
• Fixes a lag issue that might occur in some scenarios.
• Extends battery life in some scenarios.
• Integrates the December 2024 Android security patch to enhance system security.

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OnePlus has announced the incremental rollout of OxygenOS 14.0.0.1121 for the OnePlus Nord N30 SE. This update is currently being rolled out in batches for the global (GLO) region.

The firmware version for this update is CPH2605_14.0.0.1121(EX01) and it primarily focuses on system security enhancements. The changelog notes that the update integrates the December 2024 Android security patch to boost the device’s security.

Changelog

System

• Integrates the December 2024 Android security patch to enhance system security.

As per OnePlus, the rollout will be incremental. A small percentage of devices will receive the update initially, with a broader rollout expected in the coming days.

The OnePlus Nord N30 SE, launched with Android 13-based OxygenOS 13.1, has already received the OxygenOS 14 update and is on track to receive OxygenOS 15, based on Android 15, as part of the company’s commitment to provide two generations of Android OS upgrades and three years of security updates.

You can check for the update manually if it hasn’t reached your device yet.

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Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event will be taking place tomorrow and in this particular event, Samsung is expected to unveil its latest Galaxy S25 flagship series and a few other devices. Previously it was rumored that the brand may release the One UI 7 official version at this particular event but as per a recent update by official beta moderators, One UI 7 Beta 4 is currently under works and the next update won’t be the stable version update (for the Galaxy S24 series).

Seems like Samsung needs to polish One UI 7 more for a better user experience as the brand has officially revealed in a press release that they are planning to supplement user feedback obtained via the beta program into One UI 7 and it will be released in Q1 of this year, probably by the end of February or March 2025. Also if everything goes according to plan, it will be first rolled out to the Galaxy S series and then later on to other Galaxy devices.

Samsung Devices Eligible For One UI 7

Galaxy S series

• Galaxy S24 Ultra
• Galaxy S24+
• Galaxy S24
• Galaxy S23 Ultra
• Galaxy S23+
• Galaxy S23
• Galaxy S23 FE
• Galaxy S22 Ultra
• Galaxy S22+
• Galaxy S22
• Galaxy S21 FE
• Galaxy S21 Ultra
• Galaxy S21+
• Galaxy S21

Galaxy Z series

• Galaxy Z Fold 6
• Galaxy Z Fold 5
• Galaxy Z Flip 6
• Galaxy Z Flip 5
• Galaxy Z Fold 4
• Galaxy Z Flip 4
• Galaxy Z Fold 3
• Galaxy Z Flip 3

Galaxy A series

• Galaxy A73
• Galaxy A72
• Galaxy A55
• Galaxy A54
• Galaxy A53
• Galaxy A35
• Galaxy A34
• Galaxy A33
• Galaxy A25
• Galaxy A24
• Galaxy A23
• Galaxy A15 (LTE+5G)
• Galaxy A14 (LTE+5G)

Galaxy Tab series

• Galaxy Tab S9 FE+
• Galaxy Tab S9 FE
• Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra (Wi-Fi/5G)
• Galaxy Tab S9+ (Wi-Fi/5G)
• Galaxy Tab S9 (Wi-Fi/5G)
• Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra (Wi-Fi/5G)
• Galaxy Tab S8+ (Wi-Fi/5G)
• Galaxy Tab S8 (Wi-Fi/5G)

Galaxy F series

• Galaxy F55
• Galaxy F54
• Galaxy F34
• Galaxy F15

Galaxy M series

• Galaxy M55
• Galaxy M54
• Galaxy M34
• Galaxy M53
• Galaxy M33
• Galaxy M15

While other smartphone brands have already released Android 15 update to their smartphones and the word is already out for Android 16, Samsung is yet to roll out its Android 15 upgrade.

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The OnePlus 13, launched in India and global markets on January 7, 2025, is now receiving its third update. The first update arrived just a few days after launch, bringing the December 2024 security patch. Recently, the Indian units received the SOTA OxygenOS V30P01 update. Now, OnePlus is rolling out another update for the OnePlus 13 with the firmware version CPH2549_15.0.0.405(EX01).

Interestingly, OnePlus has not officially announced this update, as it typically does. This suggests it may be available to users enrolled in the Release Candidate program, allowing them to receive updates roughly a week before the official rollout. The update is relatively small, with a download size of just 314.24MB. However, it includes camera bug fixes, enhancements to communication stability, and improvements to overall system security.

It seems likely that the update will reach Indian units first. Meanwhile, some US users have reported not receiving the second update, the SOTA V30P01, yet. This could indicate that while the third update rolls out in India, other regions may receive the SOTA update during the same period, and subsequent rollouts will follow.

The changelog for this update is listed below for your reference.

Changelog

Camera

Improves the colors in photos taken with Master mode.

Improves the tone of photos taken with the rear camera in Photo mode and improves the zoom function.

Improves camera stability for a better photography experience.

Communication & interconnection

Improves the stability of Wi-Fi connections for a better network experience.

Improves the stability and expands the compatibility of Bluetooth connections.

System

Improves system stability and performance.

Hopefully, OnePlus will soon announce this update officially and most probably for the India region first.

How to check for updates?

1. Go to your Settings page.
2. Scroll down and select Software Update.
3. Tap the blue ribbon, and the system will automatically check for updates.

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Realme has released the 15.0.0.181 update for the Realme GT 7 Pro in the China region. This update improves the stability of the TikTok app and fixes a low-probability screen flickering issue in certain games.

In addition, camera performance has been enhanced. The update optimises the brightness transition issue in time-lapse photography mode and addresses an abnormal synthesis issue in the preset fireworks scene. However, some users who have already received the update claim that it does not bring significant changes.

While the rollout has begun, some users may not have received the update yet. If you haven’t, you may need to wait a bit longer, as Realme, like most brands, typically takes 1–2 weeks to complete the rollout.

Changelog

【system】

Optimize the stability of the Tik Tok app

Fixed the low probability screen flickering issue in some games

【camera】

Optimize the brightness jump problem in time-lapse photography mode

Optimize the abnormal synthesis problem of preset fireworks scene

If you are among those facing issues with this update, you can submit your feedback via the official link.

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