Blow for 5million Brits as Samsung STRIPS features from major update – and could even delay its release date
The phone company routinely puts out new software to address any flaws or stability issues.
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But the latest beta version of the One UI 8 has left many speculating whether the company needs more time to refine its latest tech.
Whilst the new software is a more "stable-looking" build to the last BYFB update many have warned it's missing key features such as an adaptive lock screen.
ROLL-OUT DELAYS
Experts at Sammobile, who tested the upgrade, also told shoppers not "to expect too many changes apart from some missing features".
They believe the firm is now working on a fourth version for the Galaxy S25 series to fix current bugs.
This could delay the roll-out of the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, Galaxy S25 Edge, and Galaxy S25 Ultra.
Samsung is prioritising "stability" and "functionality" over speed, they added.
SOFTWARE BENEFITS
Samsung said its latest updates will better incorporate AI to make features more "intuitive" for its users.
Its latest piece of software will feature intelligent multimodality too - providing users with assistance based off what they're looking at on-screen.
Elsewhere, Samsung has quietly upgraded one of its popular features used to send friends photos and videos.
Samsung reveals its brand new foldable smartphones - and its cheapest model yet
QUICK SHARE BOOST
Quick Share is the company's very own file sharing tool which not only works between phones nearby but also uploading them onto the web.
Until recently, you were limited to 5GB per day free but users have noticed that the allowance has been doubled to 10GB, allowing people to send much larger files than before.
This is especially useful for longer, high quality videos.
Quick Share for files locally via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi Direct require both devices to be Galaxy.
But one of the great things about Quick Share is the recipient of files shared online via a link don't have to own a Galaxy phone to download them.
SLICK NEW PHONES
The tech giant has unveiled a trio of new foldable smartphones that are thinner and lighter than before.
This includes a new Galaxy Z Fold7 for those wanting to seamlessly switch to a big screen experience, the Galaxy Z Flip7 for a compact handset, as well as a cheaper Galaxy Z Filp7 FE.
On the Galaxy Z Fold7, Samsung has managed to bring the weight down to 215g (less than an iPhone 16 Pro Max) and the thickness to 8.9mm folded.
Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Flip7 is the thinnest the range has seen yet at 6.5mm when folded - and the battery size has been increased despite the slimming down.
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