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You can identify the latest update via One UI build version A136USQU3CVK9. Based on Android 13, the major One UI version update comes with a bunch of new features and improvements to provide a seamless experience. Furthermore, the update also installs November 2022 security patch to improve system security and stability.

How to update

Samsung consumers can check new software updates manually with a handful of simple steps. Firstly, visit your Galaxy device’s “System Settings,” once done, scroll down and tap the “Software update” tab, followed by the “Download and install” button.

December 5, 2022: Europe

Samsung starts rolling out Android 13-based One UI 5.0 update for the Galaxy A13 5G smartphone in Europe. The new firmware update carries PDA release number A136BXXU2BVK3 and is packed with plenty of new features as well as a new security patch.

Earlier, Samsung rolled out the One UI 5.0 software for Galaxy A22 5G budget smartphone, which shows how impressively the rollout is expanding. We guess the company could conclude the Android 13 distribution for all eligible phones in December itself.

A year back, the South Korean tech giant announced the Galaxy A13 budget 5G smartphone for consumers. Later, the company expanded the availability of this phone to various countries worldwide. Notably, it was shipped with Android 11-based One UI 3.x and upgraded to Android 12-based One UI 4 in Q2 this year.

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Samsung offers major OS upgrades up to four years, but the Galaxy A13 5G is eligible for two generations of Android updates. Therefore, if you own the Galaxy A13, you device won’t be seeing any major firmware upgrade in the future, however, security patches will continue to arrive.

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Anyways, the carrier’s testing of the new OS won’t last too long, at least for the Galaxy S22 series. If the Korean tech giant seeds Stable version this month, T-Mobile consumers should expect the same treatment within a few weeks or a month, due to additional testing and firmware verification for native features.

Update:

• October 30: Samsung Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus and Galaxy S22 Ultra smartphone users have started to get the Android 13 update with One UI 5.0 features by T-Mobile network carrier in the United States.

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Apart from the Galaxy S22 series, T-Mobile lists almost every eligible Samsung device for the Android 13 upgrade, sold by the carrier in the United States. The list includes 4th gen foldables, mid-range and budget Galaxy A phones alongside the Galaxy A51 and A71.

The availability may vary by model and location but it’s confirmed that the flagship devices launched recently will have access to the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 earlier than the older flagships and mid-range/budget ones. You can check the list below.

Foldables: Galaxy Z Fold 4 5G, Galaxy Z Flip 4 5G, Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G, and Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G

S series: Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21 Plus, Galaxy S21 Ultra, Galaxy S20, Galaxy S20 Plus, Galaxy S20 Ultra, Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22 Plus, Galaxy S22 Ultra, Galaxy S21 FE, and Galaxy S20 FE.

Note series: Galaxy Note 20 5G and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 5G

Tab series: Galaxy Tab S8 and Galaxy Tab S8 Plus

A series: Galaxy A52 5G, Galaxy A51 5G, Galaxy A71 5G, Galaxy A32 5G, Galaxy A13 5G, Galaxy A23 5G, and Galaxy A53 5G.

Note: More Samsung devices are eligible for Android 13 update that are not listed by T-Mobile.

One UI 5.0

Samsung One UI 5.0 update focuses on advancing the personalization capabilities of Galaxy smartphones. You will be able to recreate your Galaxy’s lockscreen in various aspects such as clock style, clock color, clock size, notification design, left/right shortcut and custom text.

In order to enhance productivity, Samsung’s Android 13 update makes multitasking even easier with new swipe gestures. Not that all, the Good Lock family will get a camera-specific module with additional functionalities for photography lovers having Galaxy phones.

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The Galaxy A13 5G will be available at Samsung Smart Hall, Samsung Mall, and other retail stores, while the Galaxy A23 5G in Samsung Smart Pavilion, Samsung Mall, and retail partners in Taiwan. The former features 4GB RAM + 64GB or 128GB, while the latter 4GB + 64GB and 6GB + 128GB storage options.

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Under the hood, the Galaxy A23 5G and Galaxy A13 5G pack Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 695 SoC and MediaTek Dimensity 700 processor, respectively. The Galaxy A23 has 6.6 inch FHD+ Infinity V display with a 120Hz refresh rate, while the Galaxy A13 comes with a 6.5 inch HD+ display with 90Hz refresh rate.

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Coming to photography, the Galaxy A23 5G is equipped with a quad rear camera setup consisting of a 50MP (F1.8) main lens with OIS, a 5MP (F2.2) ultrawide sensor, a 2MP (F2.4) depth sensor, and a 2MP (F2.4) macro lens, plus 8MP front-facing selfie camera.

On the other hand, the Galaxy A13 5G camera hardware includes a 50MP (F1.8) primary lens, a 2MP (F2.4) depth camera, and a 2MP (F2.4) macro sensor, alongside a 5MP selfie shooter.

Talking about color variants, the Galaxy A23 5G offers Black, Blue and Peach color options, while the Galaxy A13 features Black, Blue and White color shades in Taiwan.

Not only flagships but mid-range and budget Samsung phones are not offering a charging adapter inside the retail box due to regulations and environmental concerns.

Meanwhile, early buyers of the Galaxy A23 5G and Galaxy A13 5G will be eligible for a 15W charger for free, you just need to order one of these devices before October 15 and September 30, respectively.

Price

Galaxy A23 5G:

• 4GB + 64GB – NT$8,990 ($298)
• 6GB + 128GB – NT$9,990 ($331)

Galaxy A13 5G:

• 4GB + 64GB – NT$6,990 ($231)
• 4GB + 128GB – NT$7,990 ($265)

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In the US, the Galaxy A13 5G without carrier branding comes with a starting price of just $249.99. Even after a budget pricing, the smartphone brings a 6.5-inch display with a 90Hz refresh rate and 1,600 by 720 pixels resolution.

Under the hood, the Galaxy A13 5G is equipped with the MediaTek Dimensity 700 chipset, which features eight CPU cores supported by 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of built-in storage expandable through microSD. In terms of imaging, the device sports a triple rear camera system, consisting of:

• 50MP (f/1.8) main sensor
• 2MP (f/2.4) macro lens
• 2MP (f/2.4) depth shooter
• Plus, it has a 5MP selfie camera with an f/2.0 aperture

Aside from the above-written specifications, the Galaxy A13 5G is powered by a 5,000mAh battery with 15W charging. On the right side, the phone has a fingerprint sensor for biometric authentication, a single speaker at the bottom, a 3.5mm audio jack, and USB C-Type port for charging.

• Speaking about software, the Galaxy A13 handset runs Android 11-based One UI 3.1 out of the box.
• India availability: The affordable Galaxy A13 5G will also be available for Indian consumers.

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Zouton in collaboration with famous concept creator Onleaks brought us several high-quality renders of the Galaxy A13 5G smartphone months ahead of launch. Aside from this, you can also check out the Galaxy A13 5G design in the 360-degree video HERE.

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Galaxy A13 Specifications

Tipster revealed that the Galaxy A13 5G smartphone will feature a 6.48-inch IPS LCD display with 1080 x 2340 pixel resolution. When it comes to overall dimensions, the phone expands 164.5mm x 76.5mm x 8.9mm (10mm including the raised camera lenses).

On the rear side, the device will feature a triple camera system consisting of a 50MP wide-angle lens, a 5MP ultrawide sensor, and a 2MP of depth lens. Under the hood, it will be equipped with a Mediatek Dimensity 700 chipset supported by 4GB/6GB of RAM and 64GB / 128GB of internal storage.

Aside from this, the Galaxy A13 5G is likely to feature a long-lasting 5000mAh battery that can be recharged with a 25W fast charger with USB Type C 2.0 port. Moreover, it’s expected to bring four color options – Black, Red, White and Blue.

Stay tuned for further development on the matter!

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