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Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Finally Receives Circle to Search Feature
Samsung is rolling out the Circle to Search feature for the Galaxy S21 FE in the latest update. Earlier, Samsung rolled out this update for the Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra but left out the S21 FE, even when this latter model device shared the same chipset as all those prior models.
The problem is now resolved. Samsung introduced Circle to Search in the August 2024 security update for the Galaxy S21 FE. For now, the update is available in Vietnam and should reach other markets pretty soon. This update also resolves more than 50 security vulnerabilities in Android and Samsung’s One UI.
It does what it says on the tin: Circle to Search enables you to circle anything that appears on screen to get information about it. But you can even identify which song is being played around you or, for that matter, from your phone. You can activate it with a long press on the white bottom pill bar or on the home button if your device still has it.
Samsung has started rolling out the One UI July 2025 Android security update to more of its smartphones. Earlier, this update was released for the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S24 series. Now, three more models are receiving it: the Galaxy A04, Galaxy A56, and Galaxy Z Flip6.
For the Galaxy A04 (model SM-A045F), the update comes with firmware version A045FXXSBEYF5. It is currently available in the Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia.
The Galaxy A56 (model SM-A566B) is also getting the July 2025 security update. Its firmware version is A566BXXS5AYFB. This update is for the international version of the phone.
As for the Galaxy Z Flip6 (model SM-F741N), the security patch is being released only in South Korea for now. The firmware version for this update is F741NKSS2BYFC.
If you own any of these phones and haven’t received the update yet, you can manually check by going to Settings > Software Update on your device.
Samsung’s next flagship phone, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, is expected to launch in January. A new rumor from China suggests that the phone could come with a major camera improvement.
The main camera may use a new 200 MP sensor made by Sony. This sensor is said to be 1/1.1″ in size, making it the first of its kind from the Japanese company with such a high resolution.
Currently, the Galaxy S25 Ultra uses Samsung’s own 200 MP ISOCELL HP2 sensor, which is slightly smaller at 1/1.3″. The larger Sony sensor would allow more light to enter, which could lead to better and brighter photos.
However, there is some uncertainty. According to the rumor, Samsung might decide to save this new Sony sensor for the Galaxy S27 Ultra, expected in 2027. So, while the S26 Ultra might get the upgrade, it’s not fully confirmed yet.
Samsung is getting ready to reveal its latest devices at the Galaxy Unpacked event on July 9 in Brooklyn, New York. Along with the Galaxy Z Flip7 and Fold7, the company will also launch the new Galaxy Watch8 series, which includes the Galaxy Watch8, Watch8 Classic, and Watch Ultra (2025).
New Designs and Features
Last month, all three smartwatch models appeared online, showing a new squircle-shaped design that was first introduced in last year’s Galaxy Watch Ultra. Now, full specifications and European pricing have leaked ahead of the launch.
Galaxy Watch8 and Watch8 Classic
While both watches look similar, they differ in materials and design. The Watch8 Classic features Samsung’s iconic rotating dial and comes only in a 46mm size, while the regular Watch8 will be available in 40mm and 44mm sizes.
Key Specifications:
- Displays:
- Watch8 (40mm): 1.34″ sAMOLED, 438×438 pixels
- Watch8 (44mm): 1.47″ sAMOLED, 480×480 pixels
- Watch8 Classic (46mm): 1.34″ sAMOLED, 438×438 pixels
- All models: 3000 nits peak brightness
- Chipset: 3nm Exynos W1000 (5-core)
- RAM/Storage: 2 GB RAM, 32 GB storage
- Software: One UI 8.0 Watch
- Sensors: Heart rate (PPG), ECG, body composition (BIA), gyroscope, light sensor, altimeter, and geomagnetic sensor
- Materials:
- Watch8: Aluminum Armor with Sapphire Glass
- Watch8 Classic: Stainless Steel with Sapphire Glass
- Battery:
- Watch8: 325 mAh (40mm), 435 mAh (44mm)
- Watch8 Classic: 445 mAh
Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025)
The new Galaxy Watch Ultra (2025) mostly keeps the same design as its predecessor but introduces a fresh blue bezel and strap. It’s built for active users, using Titanium with Sapphire Glass and comes with an Extreme Sport Strap.
Key Specifications:
- 1.47″ sAMOLED display, 480×480 pixels, 3000 nits brightness
- Chipset: 3nm Exynos W1000
- RAM: 2 GB
- Storage: 64 GB
- Software: One UI 8.0 Watch
- Battery: 590 mAh
- Weight: 60.5 g
- All core sensors included, same as the other models
Expected Prices for Galaxy Watch8 Series and Watch Ultra (2025)
- Samsung Galaxy Watch8 – 40 mm – Bluetooth – €379.99 (USD 447 / Rs. 38,195 approx.)
- Samsung Galaxy Watch8 – 40 mm – Bluetooth + 4G- €429.99 (USD 506 / Rs. 43,220 approx.)
- Samsung Galaxy Watch8 – 44 mm – Bluetooth – €409.99 (USD 482 / Rs. 41,210 approx.)
- Samsung Galaxy Watch8 – 44 mm – Bluetooth + 4G- €459.99 (USD 541 / Rs. 46,235 approx.)
- Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Classic- 46mm – Bluetooth – €529.99 (USD 624 / Rs. 53,270 approx.)
- Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Classic – 46 mm – Bluetooth + 4G – €579.99 (USD 683 / Rs. 58,295 approx.)
- Samsung Galaxy Watch8 Classic – 47 mm – Bluetooth + 4G – €699.99 (USD 824 / Rs. 70,360 approx.)
How to Watch the Galaxy Unpacked Event
Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event will be streamed live on July 9 at 10 a.m. ET / 7:30 p.m. IST on the Samsung YouTube channel and official website.