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Google made AV1 video coding support mandatory for Android 14 devices

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Android smartphone makers are currently rolling out the Android 13 update for their compatible devices. Meanwhile, Google has started working on the next-gen Android 14 operating system that will come with several advancements including new tweaks for AV1 video coding.

Going by the new information, Google is making AV1 video coding support mandatory for all devices that will run Android 14 OS. Therefore, if smartphone developers want their phones or tablets to run Android 14 OS, they will have to bring AV1 video coding support into the system.

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What is AV1 video coding? It is a free video standard with an improved compression system that allows for huge data efficiency savings without degrading video quality. Making it mandatory for Android 14 will be key to moving forward in the world of high frame rates, 8K resolution, HDR standards, and audio demands.

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Android 14 AV1 video coding

As Esper’s Mishaal Rahman shared in his excellent Android 14 preview, the new AV1 requirement is codified in the Android Open Source Project Gerrit. The entry reads:

“As per Android CDD (Compatibility Definition Document) 14, section 2.2.2 and section 2.6, handheld and tablet device implementations must support decoding AV1.”

As a result, those Android device owners who are eagerly waiting for the Android 14 interface, need some modifications to their system.

Android 14 AV1 video coding

In addition to this, the new report also suggets that some devices that will launch with the Android 14 operating system will be forced to support 64-bit-only apps, which means it’s finally spelling the end for 32-bit-only applications.

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Samsung Galaxy devices that won’t get Android 14 (One UI 6.0) update

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In late October, Samsung released Android 13-based One UI 5.0, and expansion started on November 7. Later, the company brought One UI 5.1, which started to land on Galaxy devices on February 13. However, here’s a list of Samsung Galaxy devices that won’t receive the Android 14 (One UI 6.0) update.

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Back in February, Google released the Android 14 Developer Preview 1 (DP2 on Mar. 8) to eligible Pixel phones. However, Samsung’s One UI 6 Beta testing is expected to start by the end of July or early August, followed by a Stable release later this year. Read more → Everything about One UI 6.0

The Galaxy flagships debuted after the S21 series are eligible for four major OS upgrades. At the same time, select mid-range phones, starting with Galaxy A53 and Galaxy A73, are also eligible to get up to four generations of Android upgrades and five years of patches.

The Galaxy S20 series and Note 20 series smartphones are no longer eligible for any major firmware upgrade. The same case is for the Galaxy Z Flip (LTE/5G), S20 FE (LTE/5G), Z Fold 2 5G, Note 10 Lite, S10 Lite, A51, and A71 devices.

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE smartphone

It’s worth mentioning that all of the devices have received the Android 13-based One UI 5 as their third major update. As per the company’s software update policy, Samsung devices mentioned above (below in list format) won’t be receiving the next big Android update – Android 14.

  • Galaxy S20, S20+ and S20 Ultra
  • Galaxy Z Flip – LTE/5G
  • Galaxy S20 FE – LTE/5G
  • Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra
  • Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G
  • Galaxy Note 10 Lite
  • Galaxy S10 Lite
  • Galaxy A51 and A71

If you want to experience the upcoming Android 14-based One UI 6 software, upgrading to the Galaxy S23 is the best option for now. In the second half, Samsung will release the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 devices, which will also be getting One UI 6 in priority.

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Samsung Android 14 Update and News

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Samsung One UI 6.0 Update

Samsung amazed Galaxy consumers with the Android 13 rollout and now there are high hopes for the Android 14 update this year. Based on Android 14, the One UI 6.0 version is expected to be available on the Beta channel by August and on the Stable channel by October.

Android 14’s development had begun in early February and the OEM hopes to bring the official version in July this year. This Samsung Android 14 update page will keep you updated with the latest inputs, developments, and early information.

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Note: We will add/remove content following the latest and authentic inputs.

Android 14 Beta News

//March 8

  • Google pushed the Developer Preview 2 build to Pixel phones with new security and privacy focussed features.

//March 4

  • Samsung might announce the One UI 6 Beta program earlier than last year.

//February 8

  • Google released Developer Preview 1 build for devices ranging from Pixel 4a 5G to Pixel 7 Pro.

Android 14 Stable News

//March 14

  • Google released the March 2023 Android Feature Drop ahead of the Android 14 announcement at I/O 2023.

//March 4

  • One UI 6.0 could launch at Samsung Developer Conference 2023 later this year.

//February 8

  • Google could release the Stable update to Pixel smartphones by the end of July this year.

Android 14 Features List

  1. Predictive back gesture
  2. Vibrant “Basic colours” in Color Palette
  3. Apps installed in the background
  4. Fast Pair
  5. Integrated Health Connect
  6. Prevention to install old apps
  7. Tweaked “Security & privacy” section
  8. Battery Saver UI
  9. Screen time in Battery usage section
  10. Taskbar text labels on larger displays
  11. Advanced memory protection
  12. Hearing devices
  13. One UI-inspired Cloned Apps

Features as of Developer Preview 1 for Google phones, source.

Samsung Android 14 Eligible Devices

Galaxy Z series

  • Galaxy Z Fold 4 (2nd)
  • Galaxy Z Flip 4
  • Galaxy Z Fold 3 (3rd)
  • Galaxy Z Flip 3

Galaxy S series

  • Galaxy S23 Ultra (1st)
  • Galaxy S23+
  • Galaxy S23
  • Galaxy S22 Ultra (2nd)
  • Galaxy S22+
  • Galaxy S22
  • Galaxy S21 FE (2nd)
  • Galaxy S21 Ultra (3rd)
  • Galaxy S21+
  • Galaxy S21

Galaxy A series

  • Galaxy A14 (1st)
  • Galaxy A04s
  • Galaxy A73 (2nd)
  • Galaxy A53 (2nd)
  • Galaxy A33
  • Galaxy A23
  • Galaxy A13
  • Galaxy A72 (3rd)
  • Galaxy A52s 5G (3rd)
  • Galaxy A52 LTE/5G (3rd)

Galaxy M series

  • Galaxy M53 5G
  • Galaxy M33 5G
  • Galaxy M23

Galaxy Tab series

  • Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
  • Galaxy Tab S8+
  • Galaxy Tab S8

This is not an official One UI 6 device list.

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Samsung Android 14-based One UI 6.0: Everything you need to know

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Samsung One UI 6.0

Android 14 (One UI 6.0) update will be a big deal for Samsung consumers having an eligible Galaxy smartphone or tablet. Android 12 brought radical user interface tweaks, which have been refined in the Android 13 update. And we hope, the Android 14 will focus on performance and efficiency.

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Samsung will introduce the Android 14-based One UI 6.0 software version for Galaxy devices this year. I can confirm that the next version will be One UI 6 as there’s no rocket science behind this. One UI is a mature software and the company is strictly maintaining the naming strategy.

One UI 6.0

Flagship Samsung devices ranging from the Galaxy S21 series to the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5 foldables are eligible for the One UI 6.0 update, based on Android 14. In addition, there are a lot of Galaxy handsets launched with Android 12, which are also on the list!

One UI 6 is becoming the biggest reason, which is forcing me to purchase the S23 Ultra, but, I’ll continue using my S22 Ultra as a daily driver. Upgrade to the Galaxy Z Fold 5 will be highly fruitful for me, since, Samsung won’t be taking much time to expand One UI 6 Beta for older models.

One UI 6.0 Features

All the Security and Privacy related features and improvements of Android 14 will be included with the One UI 6.0 update. Samsung doesn’t rely on Google’s Android when it comes to the user interface as Galaxies offer the best and clean user experience with One UI.

We are too away from the One UI 6’s tentative development timeline, but, Samsung should now work on app icons, stock launcher, quick settings panel, and notification panel. Most users want a radically renovated user interface in One UI, as it’s continuing with refinements and refinements.

Samsung One UI 6.0

One UI 6.0 Eligible devices

In the Galaxy Z series, Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Z Fold 3, and Galaxy Z Flip 3 are eligible for the new OS. In the Galaxy S series, the Galaxy S23 series will get One UI 6 first, however, it will also be rolled out to the Galaxy S22 series and Galaxy S21 series (FE included).

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Samsung offers two major Android upgrades to every Galaxy device (from Galaxy A, M, and F lineups). It means, if your device launched with Android 12 out of the box, it will surely get the Android 14 upgrade. Some A series devices are also eligible for three OS upgrades, hence, check the complete list below:

List of Samsung Galaxy devices eligible for Android 14 (One UI 6.0) update

One UI 6.0 Release Date

Within 2022, the company rolled out the One UI 5.0 update for almost all eligible Galaxy models. And February became a great month for flagship Galaxy devices that received the One UI 5.1 feature drop update. It’s difficult to commit release date of One UI 6.0, while the timeline should be early October.

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Post completion of the One UI 5.0 rollout, Samsung promised that it will further strengthen its collaboration with chip makers (i.e. Qualcomm) and Google. As promised, this year, the company will try to deploy One UI even faster and more reliable software for Galaxy.

Samsung Android 14 (One UI 6.0) update roadmap [Prediction]

One UI 6.0 Latest News

March 8: Google kicked off Android 14 Developer Preview 1 for Pixel smartphones with various new features.

March 02: Dashlane confirmed that the Android 14’s final release will bring support for passkeys to apps.

February 8: Google released Android 14 Developer Preview 1 for Pixel devices (Pixel 4a 5G to 7 Pro).

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