Samsung S23’s big artificial intelligence update is ready

Main points

• Starting March 28, Galaxy AI features will be available on older Samsung devices with the rollout of the OneUI 6.1 update.
• The update includes new features such as “circle search”, “generate editing”, and “real-time translation”.
• Galaxy AI includes translating calls, text summarization, photo editing, and searching with a finger or stylus in circles.

After debuting the generative AI feature on the Galaxy S24, S24+, and S24 Ultra, Samsung has finally confirmed when Galaxy AI will start arriving on older Samsung Galaxy phones, foldable phones, and tablets. The update, which will start rolling out this Thursday (March 28), includes Samsung’s OneUI 6.1, which will add Galaxy AI to older Samsung devices.

The update, which will start rolling out this Thursday (March 28), includes Samsung’s OneUI 6.1, which will add Galaxy AI to older Samsung devices.

Samsung has previously said that its Galaxy AI suite will be available on smartphones and tablets in 2023, shortly after launching the S24 series, and clarified that new features such as circle search, generative editing, real-time translation and chat assistance will be exclusively available as part of bundled together. OneUI 6.1 update. Now we know exactly when to start forcing updates on the Software Updates page in Settings.

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Galaxy AI includes features like translating calls and texts, generating snippets of notes and recordings, deleting, resizing and moving subjects in photos, and searching for anything by drawing circles with your finger or stylus. You can read our review of the Galaxy S24 Ultra to get a better idea of ​​just how useful Samsung’s first attempt at a generative AI feature is (in short, it’s a hybrid).

We think OneUI 6.1 is worth updating because you’ll be able to try out all these features for free, plus, like any software update, there are bug and security fixes included in the update. It makes sense to update, and why not try out the new features?

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If you don’t have a Galaxy S24 yet and have a Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 5, Flip 5, Tab S9, S9+ or S9 Ultra from carriers like AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon, Samsung, Amazon and Best Buy Retailers will begin downloading OneUI 6.1 on March 28. As far as tablets go, Samsung also noted that the Wi-Fi versions of the Galaxy Tab S9 series will be the first to receive OneUI 6.1.

As with most software updates, it won’t necessarily be available for download on all supported devices at the same time, but that’s when you can reasonably start checking for it.

How to install One UI 6.1 update

Simple, user-friendly steps

Starting March 28, you can check if the update is available for your compatible Samsung device by following these steps:

1. Open Settings application
2. Scroll to the bottom of the screen, then find and select Software update
3. On the next screen, select Download and install

Next, your phone will check for available updates. If so, follow the prompts to complete the installation process. If not, check back a few times a day until you see it.

I recommend you install the update when your phone is fully charged and your Wi-Fi connection is good to ensure a smooth installation process. Even better if you plug your phone into a charger when you install it.