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Samsung releases Android 11 update for Galaxy A42 5G

Samsung releases Android 11 update for Galaxy A42 5G
Written by Surbhi Shah
Mar 14, 2021, 01:21 am 2 min read
Samsung releases Android 11 update for Galaxy A42 5G

Samsung has started rolling out the Android 11-based One UI 3.1 update for the Galaxy A42 5G model. As per the changelog, the firmware brings a refreshed UI, one-time permissions, improved stock apps, chat bubbles, and a dedicated media player widget in the quick settings panel. It also bumps up the Android security patch level on the device to March 2021. Here's our roundup.

Information
Everything to know about the update

The Android 11-based One UI 3.1 firmware carries version number A426BXXU1BUB7 and is currently being released in the Netherlands via over-the-air method. A wider roll-out is expected to happen soon. To manually check for the update, you can go to Settings >Software Update.

Design and display
Samsung Galaxy A42 5G sports a Super AMOLED panel

As far as its specifications are concerned, Samsung Galaxy A42 5G features a waterdrop notch design with a prominent bottom bezel and an in-display fingerprint sensor. The handset bears a 6.6-inch HD+ (720x1600 pixels) Super AMOLED screen with an aspect ratio of 20:9. It is offered in Prism Dot Black, Prism Dot White, and Prism Dot Gray color options.

Information
The phone offers a 48MP main camera

Samsung Galaxy A42 5G has a square-shaped quad rear camera module comprising a 48MP (f/1.8) primary sensor, an 8MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide lens, a 5MP (f/2.4) macro shooter, and a 5MP (f/2.4) depth sensor. For selfies, it sports a 20MP (f/2.2) front-facing camera.

Internals
It is fueled by a Snapdragon 750G chipset

Samsung Galaxy A42 5G is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 750 5G processor, paired with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 128GB of storage. It packs a 5,000mAh battery with 15W fast-charging support and is now upgradeable to Android 11-based One UI 3.1. For connectivity, the device offers support for dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, a headphone jack, and a Type-C port.

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Surbhi Shah covers tech and auto news for NewsBytes. She has previously worked with Boomlet Media, Fever 104 FM, and Republic Media. Over a career spanning two years, Surbhi's work has focused on different genres, including technology, current affairs, and social media. She has a postgraduate diploma in Multimedia Journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media, Bengaluru.
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