Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Snapdragon version receives Android 14 One UI 6.0 update

Highlights
  • Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is receiving Android 14-based One UI 6.0 update.
  • The update weighs about 2GB in size. 
  • The new update is claimed to bring performance and stability improvements.

The Snapdragon 888 SoC version of the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is now getting the all-new OneUI 6, which is based on Android 14. The update brings the firmware G990B2XXU5FWK3/ G990B2ODM5FWK3/ G990B2XXU5FWK3 versions and weighs about 2GB in size. For those unaware, Samsung refreshed the Galaxy S21 FE with the Snapdragon 888 processor in July this year after the Exynos 2100-powered variant launched in India in January 2022.  

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Samsung Galaxy S21 FE One UI 6 update

  • The Android 14-based One UI 6 update brings the November 2023 level Android security patch and is claimed to bring performance and stability improvements.
  • One UI 6.0 brings new emoji design improvements, and picture and video previews in the Share panel.
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  • There is a new video editing software called Studio and more sharing options.
  • The update brings multitasking improvements through a pop-up window, which can remain open after you leave the recents screen.
  • The system animations are enhanced to make the UI and navigation much smoother. 
  • There is also a new icon for the camera app and this brings a new widget, more alignment options for watermarks, and earlier access to resolution settings.
  • The update brings easy-to-apply camera filters, and improvements to Calendar, Reminder, and Samsung Internet.

  • The One UI 6 brings recommendations in the My Files app to free up storage.
  • We get a new Auto Blocker feature, which as the name suggests acts as an extra layer of protection to prevent unknown apps from installing, blocking malicious commands from being sent via a USB connection, and checking malware.

    The update is currently rolling to the Snapdragon 888-powered variant and customers can check for the Android 14-based OneUI 6.0 update by heading to Settings > Software Update > Check for updates > Download and Install. The Exynos 2100-powered Galaxy S21 FE is yet to receive the update. We will update you when that happens.

    Key Specs

    Samsung Galaxy S21 FE
    Samsung Exynos 2100 | 8 GBProcessor
    6.4 inches (16.26 cm) Display
    12 MP + 12 MP + 8 MPRear camera
    32 MPSelfie camera
    4500 mAh Battery
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    Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Price
    Rs. 29,999
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    Rs. 34,999
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    Review Summary

    Expert Rating
    3.5/5

    Design
    ★  
    4.0
    /5
    Display
    ★  
    4.0
    /5
    Software
    ★  
    3.5
    /5
    Camera
    ★  
    3.5
    /5
    Performance
    ★  
    3.5
    /5
    Battery
    ★  
    3.5
    /5

    Pros

    • Stunning display
    • Stylish, comfortable design
    • Capable selfie and main cameras
    • Clean UI

    Cons

    • Expensive
    • Not the fastest phone in the market
    • Slow wired and wireless charging speeds
    • No headphone jack
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