One UI 6.0 Update: Release Date, Exciting Features, and Compatible Devices

In an eagerly awaited move, Samsung released One UI 6.0 on October 30th, promising exciting enhancements to its popular smartphone interface. This update is expected to bring numerous changes, and we’ve got all the details you need to know, from its release date to its standout features and the devices that will be compatible.

Release Date and Design of One UI 6.0

While an official launch date is yet to be announced, based on previous patterns, Samsung is likely to start rolling out the stable One UI 6.0 update to devices around September or October this year. Beta testing could kick off as early as August, offering a sneak peek to eager Samsung users.

In terms of design, One UI 6.0 might not introduce a significant overhaul but is expected to build upon the design principles of One UI 5 and 5.1, with subtle refinements. This consistency aligns with the Material You design language of Android 14.

Expected Features

Although Samsung has not officially revealed One UI 6.0’s features, several exciting possibilities have surfaced:

1. Granular Media Access: Users might gain the ability to grant apps access to specific photos or videos, rather than entire folders or disks.
2. Improved Share Sheet: A better share menu, similar to Android 14, could offer developers the option to add custom actions.
3. Per App Language Preferences: Android 14 introduced per-app language settings, allowing different apps to operate in different languages, offering greater customization.
4. Camera Assistant Expansion: A welcome addition could be the expansion of the camera assistant feature to the Galaxy A series, making photography easier for a wider range of users.
5. New Gesture Navigation: Android 14 Beta 1 introduced a new back arrow function for gesture navigation, expected to appear in One UI 6.0.

Device Compatibility

While Samsung has not released an official list of devices set to receive the One UI 6.0 update, previous commitments to software support suggest that many models will eventually receive the upgrade. Some of the expected devices include:

• Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
• Samsung Galaxy S23+
• Samsung Galaxy S23
• Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
• Samsung Galaxy S22+
• Samsung Galaxy S22
• Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
• Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
• Samsung Galaxy S21+
• Samsung Galaxy S21
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Plus
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S8
• Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE
• Samsung Galaxy A73
• Samsung Galaxy A72
• Samsung Galaxy A53
• Samsung Galaxy A52
• Samsung Galaxy A52s
• Samsung Galaxy A33
• Samsung Galaxy A23
• Samsung Galaxy A14
• Samsung Galaxy A13
• Samsung Galaxy A04s
• Samsung Galaxy M53 5G
• Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
• Samsung Galaxy M23

Keep in mind that the update will roll out gradually to these devices, with flagship Samsung Galaxy S23 series devices expected to be among the first in line.

How to Install One UI 6.0 Beta

If you’re eager to get a taste of One UI 6.0 before the official release, you can follow these steps to install the beta version:

1. Download and install the Samsung Members app from the Play Store or Galaxy Store.
2. Log in to your account within the Samsung Members app.
3. Select the “Registration for One UI Beta Program” option in the app.
4. Register yourself on the next page.
5. Now, go to the Software update page under Settings.
6. A software update with Beta Software will be waiting for you.
7. Click on the Download and Install option.
8. One UI 6 Beta will be downloaded and installed on your phone.

Latest News

One UI 6.0 has already made headlines, with a Twitter user (@tarunvats33) spotting it on the Samsung server. Leaked screenshots have also surfaced, revealing minor changes to the UI, including slightly larger toggles in the notification panel.

One UI 6

FIRST confirmed UI change in Alpha test build :: S918BXXU1BWE2

Notification Panel :: Icons/Toggles are now bigger in size.

Thanks @choehau_alen for this and @Vetrox360 you can design it, make Toggles/icons more scaled.#OneUI6 #GalaxyS23Ultra #galaxys23series pic.twitter.com/SSiB4PQJlJ

— Tarun Vats (@tarunvats33) May 22, 2023

As the October 30th release date approaches, Samsung enthusiasts can look forward to an upgraded user experience with One UI 6.0, making their devices even more versatile and user-friendly. Stay tuned for further updates as Samsung’s next iteration of its user interface draws nearer.