One UI 6.1 presents a thrilling advancement by introducing several exciting AI features like AI wallpaper, circle to search, generative edit, chat assist, and live translation. Alongside these AI enhancements, the update also brings a host of non-AI features and improvements. Regrettably, not all Galaxy devices will be able to enjoy these new features, as One UI 6.1 will only be available for select devices.
List of Devices Ineligible for One UI 6.1 Update
Samsung has not yet released an official list, but based on previous One UI rollout patterns, the following Galaxy phones and tablets are unlikely to receive the One UI 6.1 update:
[Galaxy S-series]
- Galaxy S20 series
- Galaxy S10 series
- Galaxy S9 series
- Prior S-series launches
[Galaxy A-series]
- Galaxy A12
- Galaxy A32 (4G & 5G)
- Galaxy A03 / A03s / A03 Core
- Galaxy A12 / A12 Nacho
- Galaxy A22 / A22 5G
- Galaxy A32 / A32 5G
- Galaxy A02 / A02s
- Devices launched before 2021
[Galaxy M-series]
- Galaxy M04
- Galaxy M52 5G
- Galaxy M21 (2021)
- Galaxy M32
- Galaxy M42
- Galaxy M12
- Galaxy M62
- Galaxy M02s
- Galaxy M02
- Devices launched before 2021
[Galaxy F-series]
- Galaxy F04
- Galaxy F42 5G
- Galaxy F22
- Galaxy F52 5G
- Galaxy F12
- Galaxy F02s
- Galaxy F62
- Devices launched before 2021
[Galaxy Z-series]
- Galaxy Z Fold 2
- Galaxy Z Flip 2
- Galaxy Z Fold
- Galaxy Z Flip
[Galaxy Tab-series]
- All Galaxy Tabs launched before 2021 will not receive the One UI 6.1 update.
[Galaxy Xcover-series]
- All Galaxy Xcover phones launched before 2021 will not receive the One UI 6.1 update.
If your Samsung Galaxy device is not listed above, it is likely eligible for the anticipated One UI 6.1 update.
Expectations for One UI 6.1
For those fortunate to have a Samsung Galaxy device eligible for the upcoming One UI upgrade, anticipation for new features and enhancements is high. Here are key highlights to look forward to:
- Galaxy AI Features
- The AI features included in One UI 6.1 are reserved for select Galaxy devices such as the Galaxy S22 series, S23 series (including S23 FE), Galaxy Tab S9 series (including Tab S9 FE, Tab S9 FE+), Tab S8 series, Galaxy Z Fold 5/Flip 5, Galaxy Z Fold 4/Flip 4. Users of these devices can enjoy features like AI Wallpaper, Real-Time Translation, Circle to Search, Note Assist, Browser Assist, and Generative Edit post the One UI 6.1 update.
- Smoother Animations
- Users will notice smoother animations in One UI 6.1, enhancing the overall device experience.
- Better Battery Protection
- The update brings improved battery protection with three modes: Basic, Adaptive, and Maximum, catering to different user needs for battery health and longevity.
- New Widgets
- Discover new widgets for the home screen and lock screen, enriching personalization options.
These are just a few highlights of the many changes, enhancements, and additions that One UI 6.1 offers, which users can explore further in the changelog upon updating their devices.
